The continuation of Christ's alarm to drowsie saints by the reverend and faithfull minister of Jesus Christ, Mr. William Fenner ...

Fenner, William, 1600-1640
Publisher: Printed for John Rothwell and Tho Parkhurst
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1657
Approximate Era: Interregnum
TCP ID: B22909 ESTC ID: None STC ID: F683A
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Revelation III, I; Puritans -- England; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 The Second Part of CRISTS Alarm to DROUSIE SAINTS. The Second Part of CRISTS Alarm to DROWSY SAINTS. dt ord n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j n2. (6) treatises (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 REVEL. 3. 1. Thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. REVEL. 3. 1. Thou hast a name that thou Livest, and art dead. vvb. crd crd pns21 vh2 dt n1 cst pns21 vv2, cc n1 j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 0 Page 1
2 I Have spoken of the life of the affections, and now I should come to the next thing, I Have spoken of the life of the affections, and now I should come to the next thing, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc av pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt ord n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
3 namely, to shew how far a child of God may be said to be dead; namely, to show how Far a child of God may be said to be dead; av, pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
4 but before I handle this, there is another point that would be spoken to in a word or two; but before I handle this, there is Another point that would be spoken to in a word or two; cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvb d, a-acp vbz j-jn n1 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc crd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
5 and that is this, Why a child of God may think himself to be dead when he is not, and that is this, Why a child of God may think himself to be dead when he is not, cc d vbz d, q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi px31 pc-acp vbi j c-crq pns31 vbz xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
6 and think he is grown deader then ever he was, and there is no such matter; and think he is grown deader then ever he was, and there is no such matter; cc vvb pns31 vbz vvn jc cs av pns31 vbds, cc pc-acp vbz dx d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
7 and others may think he is grown cold and negligent, and yet the truth is, he is more affected, and Others may think he is grown cold and negligent, and yet the truth is, he is more affected, cc n2-jn vmb vvi pns31 vbz vvn j-jn cc j, cc av dt n1 vbz, pns31 vbz av-dc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
8 and more alive towards God then formerly; and more alive towards God then formerly; cc av-dc j p-acp np1 av av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
9 this is a very needful point, and there be several causes of false liveliness which a child of God may have, this is a very needful point, and there be several Causes of false liveliness which a child of God may have, d vbz dt av j n1, cc pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f j n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
10 and when they go away he may seem to be deader then he was, whereas indeed he is not so. and when they go away he may seem to be deader then he was, whereas indeed he is not so. cc c-crq pns32 vvb av pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi jc cs pns31 vbds, cs av pns31 vbz xx av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 1 Page 1
11 The first is novelty of Religion and grace, when grace is yet new, and the word comes fresh to a man, The First is novelty of Religion and grace, when grace is yet new, and the word comes fresh to a man, dt ord vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq n1 vbz av j, cc dt n1 vvz j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
12 and the promises of eternal life look freshly into a mans heart, they will affect him much, and the promises of Eternal life look freshly into a men heart, they will affect him much, cc dt n2 pp-f j n1 vvb av-j p-acp dt ng1 n1, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 av-d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
13 and not only raise his sanctified affections, but his unsanctified too; for the unsanctified affections will stir at a novelty; and not only raise his sanctified affections, but his unsanctified too; for the unsanctified affections will stir At a novelty; cc xx av-j vvi po31 j-vvn n2, cc-acp po31 j av; p-acp dt j n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
14 a man that hath no grace at all, nor any life, will be stirred at a new thing; a man that hath no grace At all, nor any life, will be stirred At a new thing; dt n1 cst vhz dx n1 p-acp d, ccx d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
15 as when the Apostle preached new doctrine to the Athenians, Acts 17. 32. we will hear thee again of this matter, say they; as when the Apostle preached new Doctrine to the Athenians, Acts 17. 32. we will hear thee again of this matter, say they; c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd j n1 p-acp dt njp2, n2 crd crd pns12 vmb vvi pno21 av pp-f d n1, vvb pns32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
16 they cared not how often they heard this, because it was news to them; so when Christ preached up and down, O what new doctrine is this! they cared not how often they herd this, Because it was news to them; so when christ preached up and down, Oh what new Doctrine is this! pns32 vvd xx c-crq av pns32 vvd d, c-acp pn31 vbds n1 p-acp pno32; av c-crq np1 vvd a-acp cc a-acp, uh q-crq j n1 vbz d! (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
17 say they, never man spake as this man, Joh. 7. 46. it was a new kind of preaching, new gifts, this stirred them mightily; say they, never man spoke as this man, John 7. 46. it was a new kind of preaching, new Gifts, this stirred them mightily; vvb pns32, av-x n1 vvd p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f vvg, j n2, d vvd pno32 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
18 so it may be with a true Christian, when the word of God comes first to him, so it may be with a true Christian, when the word of God comes First to him, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt j njp, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz ord p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
19 and grace comes first to him, the novelty of grace may affect him; and grace comes First to him, the novelty of grace may affect him; cc n1 vvz ord p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
20 when God first opens his eyes, how strangely will he be moved in prayer? how strangely will he carry himself at a Sermon? his very bowels yearn at a Sermon, when God First Opens his eyes, how strangely will he be moved in prayer? how strangely will he carry himself At a Sermon? his very bowels yearn At a Sermon, c-crq np1 ord vvz po31 n2, c-crq av-j vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp n1? q-crq av-j vmb pns31 vvi px31 p-acp dt n1? po31 j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
21 and he will cry out, Oh the infinite mercy of God to my soul! and he will cry out, O the infinite mercy of God to my soul! cc pns31 vmb vvi av, uh dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po11 n1! (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
22 what a beast was I before? I was an hell-hound, a child of the Divel; what a beast was I before? I was an hellhound, a child of the devil; q-crq dt n1 vbds pns11 a-acp? pns11 vbds dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
23 and now the Lord hath made me a child of God; and now the Lord hath made me a child of God; cc av dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
24 I went on in the high way to perdition, and now God hath brought me into the right way; this is admirable; I went on in the high Way to perdition, and now God hath brought me into the right Way; this is admirable; pns11 vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc av np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp dt j-jn n1; d vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
25 but do you think these are all good affections? there is a great deal of corruption in these; but do you think these Are all good affections? there is a great deal of corruption in these; cc-acp vdb pn22 vvi d vbr d j n2? pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
26 as new Beer, when it is first tunned, it hath a great deal of working then, as new Beer, when it is First tunned, it hath a great deal of working then, c-acp j n1, c-crq pn31 vbz ord n1, pn31 vhz dt j n1 pp-f vvg av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
27 but when it is staler, it doth not work so much, yet then is the Beer more powerfull, and hath more life; but when it is staler, it does not work so much, yet then is the Beer more powerful, and hath more life; cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbz jc, pn31 vdz xx vvi av av-d, av av vbz dt n1 av-dc j, cc vhz dc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
28 as it is with a mans first entrance into an hot bath, it doth so stir him, as it is with a men First Entrance into an hight bath, it does so stir him, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt ng1 ord n1 p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vdz av vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
29 as if it did seald him, but after he hath been in a while, he is sensible of little or no heat; as if it did sealed him, but After he hath been in a while, he is sensible of little or no heat; c-acp cs pn31 vdd vvn pno31, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz j pp-f j cc dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
30 the heart is as much as it was at the first, and works upon him as much, the heart is as much as it was At the First, and works upon him as much, dt n1 vbz p-acp d c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt ord, cc vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
31 but he feels it not so much; so a good Christian doth not seem to be so much affected afterwards as formerly; but he feels it not so much; so a good Christian does not seem to be so much affected afterwards as formerly; cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 xx av av-d; av dt j njp vdz xx vvi pc-acp vbi av av-d vvn av c-acp av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
32 are his true affections therefore down? no, but his unsanctified ones are down; Are his true affections Therefore down? no, but his unsanctified ones Are down; vbr po31 j n2 av a-acp? uh-dx, cc-acp po31 j pi2 vbr a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
33 may be a man hath not lost a jot of his true, and sound, and sanctified affections, but only his unsanctified ones; may be a man hath not lost a jot of his true, and found, and sanctified affections, but only his unsanctified ones; vmb vbi dt n1 vhz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 j, cc n1, cc j-vvn n2, cc-acp av-j po31 j pi2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 1
34 for when grace comes first into the soul of a new convert, there is a greater Army raised up for God then is likely to continue; for when grace comes First into the soul of a new convert, there is a greater Army raised up for God then is likely to continue; c-acp q-crq n1 vvz ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vvi, pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 vvn a-acp p-acp np1 av vbz j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
35 there are a company of mercenary Souldiers steping, and seem to go out and to fight for God, there Are a company of mercenary Soldiers steeping, and seem to go out and to fight for God, pc-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 vvg, cc vvb pc-acp vvi av cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
36 as well as the 〈 … 〉t; you shall have more fears in that man, then are true; as well as the 〈 … 〉t; you shall have more fears in that man, then Are true; c-acp av c-acp dt 〈 … vb2r; pn22 vmb vhi dc n2 p-acp d n1, av vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
37 and more de••res after grace then are true; and more de••res After grace then Are true; cc av-dc n2 p-acp n1 av vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
38 carnal desires, and joys, and delights, these will be all up at the first, and will go out, carnal Desires, and Joys, and delights, these will be all up At the First, and will go out, j n2, cc n2, cc n2, d vmb vbi d a-acp p-acp dt ord, cc vmb vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
39 though they never go to the journeys end; though they never go to the journeys end; cs pns32 av-x vvb p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
40 it is with a new convert, at his setting out towards heaven, as it was with the children of Israel, it is with a new convert, At his setting out towards heaven, as it was with the children of Israel, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j vvi, p-acp po31 vvg av p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
41 when they came out of Egypt, there was a mixed multitude went up with them, Exod. 12. 38. why? the plagues of God had wrought upon many of the Egyptians, when they Come out of Egypt, there was a mixed multitude went up with them, Exod 12. 38. why? the plagues of God had wrought upon many of the egyptians, c-crq pns32 vvd av pp-f np1, pc-acp vbds dt vvn n1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd uh-crq? dt n2 pp-f np1 vhd vvn p-acp d pp-f dt njp2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
42 and they would go up with them, but they would not go into the land of Canaan, but returned back again; and they would go up with them, but they would not go into the land of Canaan, but returned back again; cc pns32 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvd av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
43 the true Israelites, that were affected truly, they only went into the Land of Canaan • but a mixed company went up with them; the true Israelites, that were affected truly, they only went into the Land of Canaan • but a mixed company went up with them; dt j np2, cst vbdr vvn av-j, pns32 av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 • cc-acp dt vvn n1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
44 so when a man sets forth towards heaven, there is a mixed company in that mans bosome, goeth along with him, mixed joy, so when a man sets forth towards heaven, there is a mixed company in that men bosom, Goes along with him, mixed joy, av c-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt vvn n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, vvz a-acp p-acp pno31, vvd n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
45 and fear, and hope, and even corrupt nature is raised up at first; and Fear, and hope, and even corrupt nature is raised up At First; cc n1, cc n1, cc av j n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
46 for you must think the fears of God lying upon the soul, and the newness of Religion, (he was in hell before, for you must think the fears of God lying upon the soul, and the newness of Religion, (he was in hell before, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (pns31 vbds p-acp n1 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
47 now he is in heaven) that will raise up even corrupt nature, for a time a man will seem to be so affected and so lively; now he is in heaven) that will raise up even corrupt nature, for a time a man will seem to be so affected and so lively; av pns31 vbz p-acp n1) cst vmb vvi a-acp av j n1, p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av vvn cc av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
48 now after a while these mercenary Souldiers, this mixed company go back again, and leave nothing but the b•re sanctified affections; now After a while these mercenary Soldiers, this mixed company go back again, and leave nothing but the b•re sanctified affections; av p-acp dt n1 d j-jn n2, d vvn n1 vvi av av, cc vvb pix cc-acp dt av-dc j-vvn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
49 and now the man seems to be deader then he was; as if he had lost all; and now the man seems to be deader then he was; as if he had lost all; cc av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi jc cs pns31 vbds; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
50 and may be he complains he is not the man he was, he was thus, and thus moved before, and enlarged to good duties, now he is down the wind; and may be he complains he is not the man he was, he was thus, and thus moved before, and enlarged to good duties, now he is down the wind; cc vmb vbi pns31 vvz pns31 vbz xx dt n1 pns31 vbds, pns31 vbds av, cc av vvn a-acp, cc vvn p-acp j n2, av pns31 vbz a-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
51 I say this doth not follow, it is even as if a man that hath bought a bushel of pease at the Market, I say this does not follow, it is even as if a man that hath bought a bushel of peas At the Market, pns11 vvb d vdz xx vvi, pn31 vbz av c-acp cs dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
52 when they are shell'd, and the pods are off, and none but the bare pease left, should complain he hath less then he had at first; when they Are shelled, and the pods Are off, and none but the bore peas left, should complain he hath less then he had At First; c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc dt n2 vbr a-acp, cc pix p-acp dt j n1 vvd, vmd vvi pns31 vhz dc cs pns31 vhd p-acp ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
53 so it is here, there is nothing gone but the meer trash and husks; so it is Here, there is nothing gone but the mere trash and husks; av pn31 vbz av, pc-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
54 when a man is first converted, there is a great deal of trash with it, a great deal of corrupt nature that will leave a man in the lurch afterwards: when a man is First converted, there is a great deal of trash with it, a great deal of corrupt nature that will leave a man in the lurch afterwards: c-crq dt n1 vbz ord vvn, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt vvi av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
55 yet it follows not, but the man hath the same sanctified affections he had formerly. yet it follows not, but the man hath the same sanctified affections he had formerly. av pn31 vvz xx, cc-acp dt n1 vhz dt d j-vvn n2 pns31 vhd av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 2 Page 2
56 Secondly, Violent commotions may stir a man, and make him seem to be more affected then he is; Secondly, Violent commotions may stir a man, and make him seem to be more affected then he is; ord, j n2 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi pno31 vvi p-acp vbb av-dc vvn cs pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
57 there are many seem to be full of life, whereas, if they were searched to the bottome, there is nothing but violent commotions, that will come to nothing; there Are many seem to be full of life, whereas, if they were searched to the bottom, there is nothing but violent commotions, that will come to nothing; pc-acp vbr d vvb pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1, cs, cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz pix cc-acp j n2, cst vmb vvi p-acp pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
58 a child of God at first setting out, may be marvellously quickned & stirred, and seem to be mighty zealous and fervent, a child of God At First setting out, may be marvellously quickened & stirred, and seem to be mighty zealous and fervent, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ord vvg av, vmb vbi av-j vvn cc vvn, cc vvb pc-acp vbi j j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
59 when in truth the greatest part of this is nothing but violent commotions; a• little grace will seem a great deal when there are these violent stirrings; when in truth the greatest part of this is nothing but violent commotions; a• little grace will seem a great deal when there Are these violent stirrings; c-crq p-acp n1 dt js n1 pp-f d vbz pix cc-acp j n2; n1 j n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 c-crq pc-acp vbr d j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
60 this man will make a greater shew, then the same godly man afterwards, when he hath more grace a great deal; this man will make a greater show, then the same godly man afterwards, when he hath more grace a great deal; d n1 vmb vvi dt jc n1, cs dt d j n1 av, c-crq pns31 vhz dc n1 dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
61 as James and John seemed to be very zealous, Luke 9. 54. as zealous as Elias; you will say were they not affected? when they saw the Samaritans would not receive Christ, oh thought they, they deserve to be burnt down to the ground; as James and John seemed to be very zealous, Lycia 9. 54. as zealous as Elias; you will say were they not affected? when they saw the Samaritans would not receive christ, o Thought they, they deserve to be burned down to the ground; c-acp np1 cc np1 vvd pc-acp vbi av j, av crd crd c-acp j c-acp np1; pn22 vmb vvi vbdr pns32 xx vvn? c-crq pns32 vvd dt njp2 vmd xx vvi np1, uh n1 pns32, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
62 Wilt thou that we command fire to come down from heaven to consume them, as Elias did? they could have been content to have fired whole Towns that would not receive Christ; Wilt thou that we command fire to come down from heaven to consume them, as Elias did? they could have been content to have fired Whole Towns that would not receive christ; vm2 pns21 cst pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp np1 vdd? pns32 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vvn j-jn n2 cst vmd xx vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
63 you will say this is admirable; but these were nothing but violent commotions; you will say this is admirable; but these were nothing but violent commotions; pn22 vmb vvi d vbz j; cc-acp d vbdr pix cc-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
64 now when Christ had stilled these violent commotions, will you say they were grown cold and dead, now when christ had stilled these violent commotions, will you say they were grown cold and dead, av c-crq np1 vhd vvn d j n2, vmb pn22 vvb pns32 vbdr vvn j-jn cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
65 and not so lively as formerly? you know the torrent, though it run not so violently as in a great flood, yet still it runs; and not so lively as formerly? you know the torrent, though it run not so violently as in a great flood, yet still it runs; cc xx av j c-acp av-j? pn22 vvb dt n1, cs pn31 vvb xx av av-j c-acp p-acp dt j n1, av av pn31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
66 so it is here, may be a godly Minister at his first entrance puts forth himself more, so it is Here, may be a godly Minister At his First Entrance puts forth himself more, av pn31 vbz av, vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp po31 ord n1 vvz av px31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
67 and preaches as if he would fly in the face of the ungodly; afterwards he preacheth more gently and evenly; and Preaches as if he would fly in the face of the ungodly; afterwards he Preacheth more gently and evenly; cc vvz c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; av pns31 vvz av-dc av-j cc av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
68 shall we say he is grown more dull and dead, and not so well affected as before? no, he may be more affected; shall we say he is grown more dull and dead, and not so well affected as before? no, he may be more affected; vmb pns12 vvi pns31 vbz vvn av-dc j cc j, cc xx av av vvn c-acp a-acp? uh-dx, pns31 vmb vbi av-dc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
69 so for a private Christian, it may be so soon as ever God turned his heart and inclined him towards his heavenly Kingdom, so for a private Christian, it may be so soon as ever God turned his heart and inclined him towards his heavenly Kingdom, av p-acp dt j njp, pn31 vmb vbi av av c-acp av np1 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 2
70 and made him look out for the good of his soul we shall have hm pray with such violence and such extended passages, he will reach forth himself in the confession of sin, and made him look out for the good of his soul we shall have him pray with such violence and such extended passages, he will reach forth himself in the Confessi of since, cc vvd pno31 vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1 pns12 vmb vhi pno31 vvb p-acp d n1 cc d vvn n2, pns31 vmb vvi av px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
71 as if he would trample upon himself, and in his petitioning for grace, as if he would wrestle with God; as if he would trample upon himself, and in his petitioning for grace, as if he would wrestle with God; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 vvg p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
72 and in his acknowledging of Gods goodness as if he were affected more then thousand Christians besides; and in his acknowledging of God's Goodness as if he were affected more then thousand Christians beside; cc p-acp po31 vvg pp-f npg1 n1 c-acp cs pns31 vbdr vvn av-dc cs crd np1 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
73 but afterwards when he comes to have his eyes better enlightned, to see what a deal of froth was in these things, but afterwards when he comes to have his eyes better enlightened, to see what a deal of froth was in these things, cc-acp av c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi po31 n2 av-jc vvn, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
74 and how dead he is in regard of true saving life, now he begins to be ashamed of himself, he doth not lay them down, and how dead he is in regard of true Saving life, now he begins to be ashamed of himself, he does not lay them down, cc c-crq j pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f j j-vvg n1, av pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j pp-f px31, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
75 but he would have them in more truth: but he would have them in more truth: cc-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno32 p-acp dc n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
76 Now shall we say this man is more dead and lesse affected then he was before? no, Now shall we say this man is more dead and less affected then he was before? no, av vmb pns12 vvi d n1 vbz av-dc j cc av-dc vvn cs pns31 vbds a-acp? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
77 but this man hath less violent commotions. Thirdly, Indiscretion will make a man seem to be more affected then indeed he is; but this man hath less violent commotions. Thirdly, Indiscretion will make a man seem to be more affected then indeed he is; cc-acp d n1 vhz av-dc j n2. ord, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn cs av pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 3 Page 3
78 as a godly man that is rash and indiscreet, let this man reprove a sin, he will be so zealous and earnest, as a godly man that is rash and indiscreet, let this man reprove a since, he will be so zealous and earnest, c-acp dt j n1 cst vbz j cc j, vvb d n1 vvi dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi av j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
79 nay, he will be so cholerick, that if you do not yeild presently, he is in a combustion; nay, he will be so choleric, that if you do not yield presently, he is in a combustion; uh-x, pns31 vmb vbi av j, cst cs pn22 vdb xx vvi av-j, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
80 afterwards, when God gives him more knowledge of his waies, and more discretion to reprove sin, he will not be so cholerick, and in such a passion; afterwards, when God gives him more knowledge of his ways, and more discretion to reprove since, he will not be so choleric, and in such a passion; av, c-crq np1 vvz pno31 av-dc n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dc n1 pc-acp vvi n1, pns31 vmb xx vbi av j, cc p-acp d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
81 hath this man lost his affections now? no, this doth not follow; hath this man lost his affections now? no, this does not follow; vhz d n1 vvd po31 n2 av? uh-dx, d vdz xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
82 he may keep his affections still, and it may be hates sin a thousand times more then he did before, he may keep his affections still, and it may be hates since a thousand times more then he did before, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 av, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvz n1 dt crd n2 av-dc cs pns31 vdd a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
83 but he goes another way to work, and deals more composedly, and gravely, and zealously, for the good of the mans soul; but he Goes Another Way to work, and deals more composedly, and gravely, and zealously, for the good of the men soul; cc-acp pns31 vvz j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvz av-dc av-vvn, cc av-j, cc av-j, p-acp dt j pp-f dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
84 as when Paul saw the Philippians so loving in the midst of all his afflictions and sufferings for the Gospels sak•, sending him so many hundred miles a great present to relieve him in his necessity, what doth he do? doth he bid them abate their love? no, eu〈 … 〉use in it more and more saith he, as when Paul saw the Philippians so loving in the midst of all his afflictions and sufferings for the Gospels sak•, sending him so many hundred miles a great present to relieve him in his necessity, what does he do? does he bid them abate their love? no, eu〈 … 〉use in it more and more Says he, c-acp c-crq np1 vvd dt njp2 av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, vvg pno31 av d crd n2 dt j j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, q-crq vdz pns31 vdi? vdz pns31 vvi pno32 vvi po32 n1? uh-dx, n1 … n1 p-acp pn31 av-dc cc av-dc vvz pns31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
85 but let it be with knowledge and judgment, Phil. 1. 9. a man that is of a loving nature, but let it be with knowledge and judgement, Philip 1. 9. a man that is of a loving nature, cc-acp vvb pn31 vbb p-acp n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vbz pp-f dt j-vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
86 when he hath pared off all foolish charity, and all vain and proud charity, whereby he doth things out of pride, ostentation, when he hath pared off all foolish charity, and all vain and proud charity, whereby he does things out of pride, ostentation, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp d j n1, cc d j cc j n1, c-crq pns31 vdz n2 av pp-f n1, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
87 and vanity, as he will do when he comes to have more understanding; and vanity, as he will do when he comes to have more understanding; cc n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vdi c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi dc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
88 if he do not discern and compare himself with the word of God, he may seem to abate in his love, if he do not discern and compare himself with the word of God, he may seem to abate in his love, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
89 but he is not less loving but more judicious. but he is not less loving but more judicious. cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av-dc vvg p-acp av-dc j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
90 So Samuel at first, he was so zealous against Saul, when he had sinned against Gods commandment, that he would, not stay with him by any means; So Samuel At First, he was so zealous against Saul, when he had sinned against God's Commandment, that he would, not stay with him by any means; np1 np1 p-acp ord, pns31 vbds av j p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cst pns31 vmd, xx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
91 no, saith he, you have rejected the word of the Lord, when Saul confessed his sins, no, Says he, you have rejected the word of the Lord, when Saul confessed his Sins, uh-dx, vvz pns31, pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
92 and entreated him to stay, and was very earnest; no, by no means; and entreated him to stay, and was very earnest; no, by no means; cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, cc vbds av j; uh-dx, p-acp dx n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
93 what, stay with a wretch that hath rejected the word of the Lord? 1 Sam. 15. 26. yet afterwards he did stay; what, stay with a wretch that hath rejected the word of the Lord? 1 Sam. 15. 26. yet afterwards he did stay; r-crq, vvb p-acp dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1? crd np1 crd crd av av pns31 vdd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
94 will you say now Samuel was grown cold, and less affected against sin? no, but he was more judicious; will you say now Samuel was grown cold, and less affected against since? no, but he was more judicious; vmb pn22 vvb av np1 vbds vvn j-jn, cc av-dc vvn p-acp n1? uh-dx, cc-acp pns31 vbds av-dc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
95 he begun to consider, certainly if I do not stay, it will be a disparagement to the Lords anointed; he begun to Consider, Certainly if I do not stay, it will be a disparagement to the lords anointed; pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, av-j cs pns11 vdb xx vvi, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
96 I may disparage the Lords ordinance, and disparage the Kings Authority, and cause the people to scorn him; I may disparage the lords Ordinance, and disparage the Kings authority, and cause the people to scorn him; pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 n1, cc vvi dt ng1 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
97 he began to see that Saul spake with sense, honour me before the people; and he did stay then; he began to see that Saul spoke with sense, honour me before the people; and he did stay then; pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi cst np1 vvd p-acp n1, vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1; cc pns31 vdd vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
98 now he was not less affected, but more judicious. now he was not less affected, but more judicious. av pns31 vbds xx av-dc vvn, cc-acp av-dc j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 4 Page 3
99 Fourthly, Presumption may make a man seem to be more affected and quickned a great deal then indeed he is; Fourthly, Presumption may make a man seem to be more affected and quickened a great deal then indeed he is; ord, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn cc vvd dt j n1 cs av pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
100 as Peter, he seemed to be so mightily transported and enlarged towards Christ, and so full of zeal for him; as Peter, he seemed to be so mightily transported and enlarged towards christ, and so full of zeal for him; c-acp np1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, cc av j pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
101 though all men forsake thee, yet will not I: though all men forsake thee, yet will not I: cs d n2 vvb pno21, av vmb xx pns11: (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
102 he thought he was so affected, that he could compare with all the Apostles and Disciples of Jesus Christ, and go beyond them all; he Thought he was so affected, that he could compare with all the Apostles and Disciples of jesus christ, and go beyond them all; pns31 vvd pns31 vbds av vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 np1, cc vvi p-acp pno32 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
103 but afterwards when Christ asked him, Peter, lovest thou me? see his answer, Joh. 21. 15. his answer was nakedly, Lord, thou knowest that I love thee; but afterwards when christ asked him, Peter, Lovest thou me? see his answer, John 21. 15. his answer was nakedly, Lord, thou Knowest that I love thee; cc-acp av c-crq np1 vvd pno31, np1, vv2 pns21 pno11? vvb po31 n1, np1 crd crd po31 n1 vbds av-j, n1, pns21 vv2 cst pns11 vvb pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
104 he would make no more comparisons; he would make no more comparisons; pns31 vmd vvi av-dx dc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
105 though Christ put him upon it there, yet he would not be brought to compare any more. though christ put him upon it there, yet he would not be brought to compare any more. cs np1 vvd pno31 p-acp pn31 a-acp, av pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d dc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
106 Now was he less affected towards Christ? no, but he was less presumptuous. Now was he less affected towards christ? no, but he was less presumptuous. av vbds pns31 av-dc vvn p-acp np1? uh-dx, cc-acp pns31 vbds av-dc j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 5 Page 3
107 Fifthly, Activeness of natural disposition may make a man seem to be more affected then indeed he is; Fifthly, Activeness of natural disposition may make a man seem to be more affected then indeed he is; ord, n1 pp-f j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn cs av pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 3
108 for a man the more active his nature is, and the more spirits he hath, the more stirring he hath; for a man the more active his nature is, and the more spirits he hath, the more stirring he hath; p-acp dt n1 dt av-dc j po31 n1 vbz, cc dt dc n2 pns31 vhz, dt av-dc vvg pns31 vhz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 3
109 a man that hath such a disposition, will go further then another of a slower spirit; a man that hath such a disposition, will go further then Another of a slower Spirit; dt n1 cst vhz d dt n1, vmb vvi av-jc cs j-jn pp-f dt jc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 3
110 there is a great deal more grace required to make an heavy dull natured man to speak a word for God, there is a great deal more grace required to make an heavy dull natured man to speak a word for God, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 dc n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j j j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
111 then to make a cholerick man strike a blow for God; mens natures differ, some men are more active naturally; then to make a choleric man strike a blow for God; men's nature's differ, Some men Are more active naturally; cs pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1; ng2 n2 vvi, d n2 vbr av-dc j av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
112 may be one man is full of activity and stirring, another man is of a dull dispostion; may be one man is full of activity and stirring, Another man is of a dull dispostion; vmb vbi crd n1 vbz j pp-f n1 cc vvg, j-jn n1 vbz pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
113 will you say this man is deader then he? no, this man may have more life of grace then he; will you say this man is deader then he? no, this man may have more life of grace then he; vmb pn22 vvi d n1 vbz jc cs pns31? uh-dx, d n1 vmb vhi dc n1 pp-f n1 cs pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
114 it is as if one man should swim with the stream, and another against the stream he that swims with the stream, will more easily swim a mile, it is as if one man should swim with the stream, and Another against the stream he that swims with the stream, will more Easily swim a mile, pn31 vbz c-acp cs crd n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc j-jn p-acp dt n1 pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb av-dc av-j vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
115 then he that swims against the stream, will swim half a mile; then he that swims against the stream, will swim half a mile; cs pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi j-jn dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
116 will you say that this man cannot swim so well as the other? no, he may be a better swimmer of the twain; will you say that this man cannot swim so well as the other? no, he may be a better swimmer of the twain; vmb pn22 vvi cst d n1 vmbx vvi av av c-acp dt j-jn? uh-dx, pns31 vmb vbi dt jc n1 pp-f dt crd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
117 for this is the thing, we are not to judge of the life of our grace, by what we do, for this is the thing, we Are not to judge of the life of our grace, by what we do, p-acp d vbz dt n1, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vdb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
118 but by what labour we take in doing, as the Apostle saith, remembring without ceasing, your work of faith, but by what labour we take in doing, as the Apostle Says, remembering without ceasing, your work of faith, cc-acp p-acp q-crq n1 pns12 vvb p-acp vdg, c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvg p-acp vvg, po22 n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
119 and labour of love, 1 Thes. 1. 3. may be another man is of a more loving nature then this man, and labour of love, 1 Thebes 1. 3. may be Another man is of a more loving nature then this man, cc n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd vmb vbi j-jn n1 vbz pp-f dt av-dc j-vvg n1 av d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
120 but the man that is more unkinde naturally, and harsh-natured, he labours a thousand times more abundantly then the other; but the man that is more unkind naturally, and harsh-natured, he labours a thousand times more abundantly then the other; cc-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j av-j, cc j, pns31 vvz dt crd n2 av-dc av-j cs dt n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
121 who hath most grace of love now? the other hath most natural love, but this man hath more grace of love, who hath most grace of love now? the other hath most natural love, but this man hath more grace of love, r-crq vhz av-ds n1 pp-f n1 av? dt j-jn vhz av-ds j n1, cc-acp d n1 vhz dc n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
122 as Paul proves he had the life of grace in him, because he laboured more abundantly then they all; as Paul Proves he had the life of grace in him, Because he laboured more abundantly then they all; c-acp np1 vvz pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vvd av-dc av-j cs pns32 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
123 it is not what thou doest, but what thou laborest to do, he that swims down the stream, doth not labour, it is not what thou dost, but what thou laborest to do, he that swims down the stream, does not labour, pn31 vbz xx r-crq pns21 vd2, p-acp r-crq pns21 vvd2 pc-acp vdi, pns31 cst vvz a-acp dt n1, vdz xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
124 if he should do nothing but stir his hands and feet without any labour, the stream will carry him, if he should do nothing but stir his hands and feet without any labour, the stream will carry him, cs pns31 vmd vdi pix cc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
125 so when a man hath nature to help him, he need not labour much, but when a man must fetch all out of the hard flint, so when a man hath nature to help him, he need not labour much, but when a man must fetch all out of the hard flint, av c-crq dt n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vvb xx n1 av-d, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi d av pp-f dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
126 how is he fain to labour? there thou mayst try the life of thy affections, not by what thou prayest, how is he fain to labour? there thou Mayest try the life of thy affections, not by what thou Prayest, q-crq vbz pns31 j pc-acp vvi? a-acp pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, xx p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
127 but by what thou labourest in prayer, not by what thou remembrest at a Sermon, but by what thou labourest in prayer, not by what thou Rememberest At a Sermon, cc-acp p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp n1, xx p-acp r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
128 but though thou hast a blockish memory, how dost thou labour to remember? so it is not the not doing of sin, but though thou hast a blockish memory, how dost thou labour to Remember? so it is not the not doing of since, cc-acp cs pns21 vh2 dt j n1, q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi pc-acp vvi? av pn31 vbz xx dt xx vdg pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
129 but the labouring against sin, hereby thou mayst know whither they zeal and affection be abated in thee: but the labouring against since, hereby thou Mayest know whither they zeal and affection be abated in thee: cc-acp dt j-vvg p-acp n1, av pns21 vm2 vvi c-crq pns32 n1 cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno21: (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
130 So again for a mans self, may be he was more active heretofore, had a more nimble spirit and temper of body, So again for a men self, may be he was more active heretofore, had a more nimble Spirit and temper of body, av av p-acp dt ng1 n1, vmb vbi pns31 vbds av-dc j av, vhd dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
131 now he is grown more sad and melaneholy, his head is distempered and grown more weak, his memory fails, now he is grown more sad and melaneholy, his head is distempered and grown more weak, his memory fails, av pns31 vbz vvn av-dc j cc j-jn, po31 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn av-dc j, po31 n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
132 and his understanding decayes, that quick disposition of his body is taken down, and he cannot do as he did before, is the man therefore not so quickned as he was before? is he grown more dead? may be the man complains, certainly he hath cause to suspect himself, and his understanding decays, that quick disposition of his body is taken down, and he cannot do as he did before, is the man Therefore not so quickened as he was before? is he grown more dead? may be the man complains, Certainly he hath cause to suspect himself, cc po31 n1 vvz, cst j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc pns31 vmbx vdi p-acp pns31 vdd a-acp, vbz dt n1 av xx av vvn c-acp pns31 vbds a-acp? vbz pns31 vvn av-dc j? vmb vbi dt n1 vvz, av-j pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
133 and he doth not think he is right; and he does not think he is right; cc pns31 vdz xx vvi pns31 vbz j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
134 formerly he could remember a Sermon, be fixed in meditation, be attentive at the word, be fervent in prayer, formerly he could Remember a Sermon, be fixed in meditation, be attentive At the word, be fervent in prayer, av-j pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, vbb vvn p-acp n1, vbb j p-acp dt n1, vbb j p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
135 and put forth himself in this fashion; now he cannot, he was so lively before, now he hath not the same activity, and put forth himself in this fashion; now he cannot, he was so lively before, now he hath not the same activity, cc vvd av px31 p-acp d n1; av pns31 vmbx, pns31 vbds av j a-acp, av pns31 vhz xx dt d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
136 and therefore begins to call all into question, certainly all is not right. I answer, this doth not follow; and Therefore begins to call all into question, Certainly all is not right. I answer, this does not follow; cc av vvz pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1, av-j d vbz xx j-jn. pns11 vvb, d vdz xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
137 it is true, in many a man it is the deadness of his heart, and the decayedness of his spiritual estate that causeth this, it is true, in many a man it is the deadness of his heart, and the decayedness of his spiritual estate that Causes this, pn31 vbz j, p-acp d dt n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cst vvz d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
138 but it doth not follow that it is so with thee, but the cause is this, may be thou hast worn out thy tools, but it does not follow that it is so with thee, but the cause is this, may be thou hast worn out thy tools, cc-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi cst pn31 vbz av p-acp pno21, cc-acp dt n1 vbz d, vmb vbi pns21 vh2 vvn av po21 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
139 therefore no marvel thou canst not work so well as formerly; Therefore no marvel thou Canst not work so well as formerly; av dx n1 pns21 vm2 xx vvi av av c-acp av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
140 take a skilful Musitian, whose instrument is crackt and marred, he cannot make so good musick upon this instrument, take a skilful Musician, whose Instrument is cracked and marred, he cannot make so good music upon this Instrument, vvb dt j n1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn cc vvn, pns31 vmbx vvi av j n1 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
141 as he could when it was sound; as he could when it was found; c-acp pns31 vmd c-crq pn31 vbds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
142 doth it follow, he hath lost his skill? no, give this man • sound instrument, does it follow, he hath lost his skill? no, give this man • found Instrument, vdz pn31 vvi, pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1? uh-dx, vvb d n1 • j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
143 as he had before, and he will play as well as ever; as he had before, and he will play as well as ever; c-acp pns31 vhd a-acp, cc pns31 vmb vvi c-acp av c-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
144 all our operations, not only external, but also internal, do much depend upon the disposition of the body; all our operations, not only external, but also internal, do much depend upon the disposition of the body; d po12 n2, xx av-j j, cc-acp av j, vdb av-d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
145 as for meditation, may be when the body was lively and active, a man could fix his meditations upon a thing, as for meditation, may be when the body was lively and active, a man could fix his meditations upon a thing, c-acp p-acp n1, vmb vbi c-crq dt n1 vbds j cc j, dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
146 now it is weakned he cannot; now it is weakened he cannot; av pn31 vbz vvn pns31 vmbx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
147 may be he hath the same desire and delight as he had before, but he cannot do it; may be he hath the same desire and delight as he had before, but he cannot do it; vmb vbi pns31 vhz dt d n1 cc vvi c-acp pns31 vhd a-acp, cc-acp pns31 vmbx vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
148 so may be he hath as great a desire as ever to remember the word, but his memory is gone; so may be he hath as great a desire as ever to Remember the word, but his memory is gone; av vmb vbi pns31 vhz p-acp j dt n1 c-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
149 so may be he hath as great a desire to put forth himself in any ordinance of God as ever in all his life, so may be he hath as great a desire to put forth himself in any Ordinance of God as ever in all his life, av vmb vbi pns31 vhz p-acp j dt n1 pc-acp vvi av px31 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av p-acp d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
150 but his body will not bear it; I say, the spirits depend much upon the body; but his body will not bear it; I say, the spirits depend much upon the body; cc-acp po31 n1 vmb xx vvi pn31; pns11 vvb, dt n2 vvb av-d p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
151 you may see this in natural operations; you may see this in natural operations; pn22 vmb vvi d p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 4
152 let a mans eyes fail, will any man say, that the soul of that man is less able to see then it was? no, the soul is as able to see in a blind man, as in a seeing man; let a men eyes fail, will any man say, that the soul of that man is less able to see then it was? no, the soul is as able to see in a blind man, as in a seeing man; vvb dt ng1 n2 vvi, vmb d n1 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi cs pn31 vbds? uh-dx, dt n1 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, c-acp p-acp dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
153 in an old man whose eyes fail him, as in a young man that hath the quickest sight; in an old man whose eyes fail him, as in a young man that hath the quickest sighed; p-acp dt j n1 rg-crq n2 vvb pno31, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 cst vhz dt js n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
154 if this man had an excellent eye given him, he would see as well as any body else; if this man had an excellent eye given him, he would see as well as any body Else; cs d n1 vhd dt j n1 vvn pno31, pns31 vmd vvi c-acp av c-acp d n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
155 the soul is able to do it, but it wants a tool; the soul is able to do it, but it Wants a tool; dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi pn31, cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
156 so many Saints of God, cannot do many duties as they were wont, not for want of love and zeal, so many Saints of God, cannot do many duties as they were wont, not for want of love and zeal, av d n2 pp-f np1, vmbx vdb d n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr j, xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
157 and affections, but for want of tools; and affections, but for want of tools; cc n2, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
158 it is said 2 Sam. 21. 16. that when David waxed old, they would not let him go out into the field; it is said 2 Sam. 21. 16. that when David waxed old, they would not let him go out into the field; pn31 vbz vvn crd np1 crd crd d c-crq np1 vvd j, pns32 vmd xx vvi pno31 vvi av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
159 did they look upon David now as less worthy then before? no, they looked upon him as more worthy then before; did they look upon David now as less worthy then before? no, they looked upon him as more worthy then before; vdd pns32 vvi p-acp np1 av a-acp av-dc j cs a-acp? uh-dx, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 a-acp av-dc j cs a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
160 the text saith, they looked upon him as the very light of Israel, though he could not fight for Israel so well as he did before; the text Says, they looked upon him as the very Light of Israel, though he could not fight for Israel so well as he did before; dt n1 vvz, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt av j pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1 av av c-acp pns31 vdd a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
161 so you shall see many a godly man, and reverend father upon his death bed, shews no great matter in his dying; so you shall see many a godly man, and reverend father upon his death Bed, shows no great matter in his dying; av pn22 vmb vvi d dt j n1, cc j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1, vvz dx j n1 p-acp po31 vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
162 what, because he is dead, and is not the man he was? no, but because he hath worn out his tools; what, Because he is dead, and is not the man he was? no, but Because he hath worn out his tools; r-crq, c-acp pns31 vbz j, cc vbz xx dt n1 pns31 vbds? uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz vvn av po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
163 he is not the man in regard of operation, though he hath the same affections he had formerly. he is not the man in regard of operation, though he hath the same affections he had formerly. pns31 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vhz dt d n2 pns31 vhd av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 6 Page 5
164 Sixthly, Extraordinary assistance may make a man seem to be more lively and quickned then indeed he is; Sixthly, Extraordinary assistance may make a man seem to be more lively and quickened then indeed he is; j, j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc j cc vvd av av pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
165 for God doth assist his people extraordinarily in their beginning, 'tis true some of his people he doth extraordinarily assist all their life long, for God does assist his people extraordinarily in their beginning, it's true Some of his people he does extraordinarily assist all their life long, p-acp np1 vdz vvi po31 n1 av-j p-acp po32 n1, pn31|vbz j d pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vdz av-j vvi d po32 n1 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
166 but he doth not usually do it, he doth choose rather extraordinarily to strive and help his people at the first, but he does not usually do it, he does choose rather extraordinarily to strive and help his people At the First, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx av-j vdi pn31, pns31 vdz vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt ord, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
167 and afterwards he helps them only ordinarily, leaving them to fight with their own corruptions; why? because it is an extraordinary case; and afterwards he helps them only ordinarily, leaving them to fight with their own corruptions; why? Because it is an extraordinary case; cc av pns31 vvz pno32 av-j av-j, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2; q-crq? c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
168 when a child is young, his parents will extraordinarily help him to go, and will not let the weight of his body lie upon any one step, when a child is young, his Parents will extraordinarily help him to go, and will not let the weight of his body lie upon any one step, c-crq dt n1 vbz j, po31 n2 vmb av-j vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi, cc vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi p-acp d crd n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
169 but help him in every step; afterwards they help the child, but more ordinarily they look the child should go alone, but help him in every step; afterwards they help the child, but more ordinarily they look the child should go alone, cc-acp vvb pno31 p-acp d n1; av pns32 vvb dt n1, cc-acp av-dc av-j pns32 vvb dt n1 vmd vvi av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
170 and may be now he gets more knocks then he did before, and falls oftner; and may be now he gets more knocks then he did before, and falls oftener; cc vmb vbi av pns31 vvz dc n2 cs pns31 vdd a-acp, cc vvz av-c; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
171 will you say the child is now grown weaker? no, he is stronger then he was, will you say the child is now grown Weaker? no, he is Stronger then he was, vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 vbz av vvn jc? uh-x, pns31 vbz jc cs pns31 vbds, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
172 but there is a difference, he had extraordinary assistance before, now he is left to himself and to his own legs; but there is a difference, he had extraordinary assistance before, now he is left to himself and to his own legs; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1, pns31 vhd j n1 a-acp, av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp px31 cc p-acp po31 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
173 so it is with God towards his children; so it is with God towards his children; av pn31 vbz p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
174 at first, when they are new beginners, when they are nowly born again, he takes compassion upon them extraordinarily, helps them in prayer, and against their corrupt lusts; At First, when they Are new beginners, when they Are nowly born again, he Takes compassion upon them extraordinarily, helps them in prayer, and against their corrupt Lustiest; p-acp ord, c-crq pns32 vbr j n2, c-crq pns32 vbr av-j vvn av, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32 av-j, vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc p-acp po32 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
175 and if the Lord should not do thus, it is impossible they should stand, as the Lord saith of Ephraim, when he was a child I loved him, and if the Lord should not do thus, it is impossible they should stand, as the Lord Says of Ephraim, when he was a child I loved him, cc cs dt n1 vmd xx vdi av, pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd vvi, c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1 pns11 vvd pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
176 and taught him to go, Hos. 11. 1, 3. he carried him in his arms as a child, when he was young; and taught him to go, Hos. 11. 1, 3. he carried him in his arms as a child, when he was young; cc vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
177 afterwards he looks he should go alone; afterwards he looks he should go alone; av pns31 vvz pns31 vmd vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
178 not as if any of Gods children could go alone, they have need of his help every day; not as if any of God's children could go alone, they have need of his help every day; xx p-acp cs d pp-f npg1 n2 vmd vvi av-j, pns32 vhb n1 pp-f po31 n1 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
179 but they must go alone in respect of extraordinary help; but they must go alone in respect of extraordinary help; cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp n1 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
180 for God hath given them access to the throne of grace, and hath given them understanding, and some strength; for God hath given them access to the throne of grace, and hath given them understanding, and Some strength; p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vhz vvn pno32 n1, cc d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
181 and he looks they should use these things not as though they could use them without his assistance, but without extraordinary assistance; and he looks they should use these things not as though they could use them without his assistance, but without extraordinary assistance; cc pns31 vvz pns32 vmd vvi d n2 xx p-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
182 now when God leaves his child to walk by himself, he will fall oftner then before; now when God leaves his child to walk by himself, he will fallen oftener then before; av c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, pns31 vmb vvi av-c cs a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
183 you shall have many grown Christians fall oftner then young beginners; you shall have many grown Christians fallen oftener then young beginners; pn22 vmb vhi d vvn np1 vvi av-c cs j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
184 why? because they are weaker and less quickned? no, but because they have not such extraordinary assistance; they can go alone. why? Because they Are Weaker and less quickened? no, but Because they have not such extraordinary assistance; they can go alone. q-crq? c-acp pns32 vbr jc cc av-dc vvn? uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vhb xx d j n1; pns32 vmb vvi av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
185 I speak not as though it were without the assistance of God, but without extraordinary assistance; I speak not as though it were without the assistance of God, but without extraordinary assistance; pns11 vvb xx c-acp cs pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
186 and though for want of care and watchfulness they get a fall, yet they are not weaker; and though for want of care and watchfulness they get a fallen, yet they Are not Weaker; cc cs p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb dt n1, av pns32 vbr xx jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
187 few new beginners ever fell as David and Peter fell afterwards; no, the Lord bears them in his arms, but afterwards he lets them go alone; few new beginners ever fell as David and Peter fell afterwards; no, the Lord bears them in his arms, but afterwards he lets them go alone; d j n2 av vvd p-acp np1 cc np1 vvd av; uh-dx, dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp av pns31 vvz pno32 vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
188 now when the Saints of God feel duties to come on so heavily, extraordinary assistance being gone, they think they are grown dead and lumpish; now when the Saints of God feel duties to come on so heavily, extraordinary assistance being gone, they think they Are grown dead and lumpish; av c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp av av-j, j n1 vbg vvn, pns32 vvb pns32 vbr vvn j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
189 why? the load lies heavier upon their own backs then ever it did before; yet it doth not follow they are more dead; why? the load lies Heavier upon their own backs then ever it did before; yet it does not follow they Are more dead; q-crq? dt n1 vvz jc p-acp po32 d n2 av av pn31 vdd a-acp; av pn31 vdz xx vvi pns32 vbr av-dc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
190 a child whom his father bears in his arms, may be carried along from one end of the house to the other, sooner then another child that goes alone, can go it in thrice as much time; a child whom his father bears in his arms, may be carried along from one end of the house to the other, sooner then Another child that Goes alone, can go it in thrice as much time; dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, av-c cs n-jn n1 cst vvz av-j, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp av c-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 5
191 will you say this child is weaker then the other? no, this child goes alone, will you say this child is Weaker then the other? no, this child Goes alone, vmb pn22 vvi d n1 vbz jc cs dt j-jn? uh-dx, d n1 vvz av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 6
192 and the other is extraordinarily helped; and the other is extraordinarily helped; cc dt n-jn vbz av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 6
193 so the people of God, when they are first converted, they must know they are extraordinarily assisted, so the people of God, when they Are First converted, they must know they Are extraordinarily assisted, av dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbr ord vvn, pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vbr av-j vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 6
194 and they must take heed left they be proud and conceited; oh they may think they have gotten such a deal of grace and life already; and they must take heed left they be proud and conceited; o they may think they have got such a deal of grace and life already; cc pns32 vmb vvi n1 vvd pns32 vbb j cc j-vvn; uh pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vhb vvn d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 6
195 no, no, alas you shall see what you have when you go alone. no, no, alas you shall see what you have when you go alone. uh-dx, uh-dx, uh pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pn22 vhb c-crq pn22 vvb av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 7 Page 6
196 Seventhly, Freedom from temptations may make a man seem to be more quickned then he is; Seventhly, Freedom from temptations may make a man seem to be more quickened then he is; crd, n1 p-acp n2 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vbi n1 vvd av pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
197 as a heavy dull tempered man, may go faster a great deal having no clog, then the nimblest man in the Country with a clog at his heels; as a heavy dull tempered man, may go faster a great deal having no clog, then the nimblest man in the Country with a clog At his heels; c-acp dt j j j-vvn n1, vmb vvi av-jc dt j n1 vhg dx n1, cs dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
198 a man at his first conversion, God will not let him be tempted, he is but in his nonage, in his entrance into the Kingdom of God, a man At his First conversion, God will not let him be tempted, he is but in his nonage, in his Entrance into the Kingdom of God, dt n1 p-acp po31 ord n1, np1 vmb xx vvi pno31 vbi vvn, pns31 vbz cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
199 and if God should let temptations presently fly upon him, before he hath more grace and judgement, and if God should let temptations presently fly upon him, before he hath more grace and judgement, cc cs np1 vmd vvi n2 av-j vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vhz dc n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
200 and more experience of the vileness of his own heart, and the goodness of God, he would break his neck; and more experience of the vileness of his own heart, and the Goodness of God, he would break his neck; cc dc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
201 now God will never suffer a man to be tempted above what he is able; now God will never suffer a man to be tempted above what he is able; av np1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
202 therefore when his people are first converted, he frees them from temptations a while, and then they go roundly on; Therefore when his people Are First converted, he frees them from temptations a while, and then they go roundly on; av c-crq po31 n1 vbr ord vvn, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n2 dt n1, cc av pns32 vvb av p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
203 afterwards when they have been ten or twenty or thirty years in grace, may be they are fouly overtaken, and go heavily on; afterwards when they have been ten or twenty or thirty Years in grace, may be they Are foully overtaken, and go heavily on; av c-crq pns32 vhb vbn crd cc crd cc crd n2 p-acp n1, vmb vbi pns32 vbr av-j vvn, cc vvb av-j a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
204 shall they therefore complain they are deader then they were? as an horse, when he carries single may go roundly; shall they Therefore complain they Are deader then they were? as an horse, when he carries single may go roundly; vmb pns32 av vvb pns32 vbr jc cs pns32 vbdr? p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz j vmb vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
205 afterwards, the same horse being put to carry double, he goes more heavily; afterwards, the same horse being put to carry double, he Goes more heavily; av, dt d n1 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi j-jn, pns31 vvz av-dc av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
206 will a man say the mettal of the horse is grown worse? no, but he carries double; will a man say the metal of the horse is grown Worse? no, but he carries double; vmb dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn jc? av-dx, cc-acp pns31 vvz j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
207 so it is with the Saints of God; may be formerly they carried single, now they carry double; so it is with the Saints of God; may be formerly they carried single, now they carry double; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; vmb vbi av-j pns32 vvd j, av pns32 vvb j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
208 the Lord lets more temptations fall upon them then he did before; the Lord lets more temptations fallen upon them then he did before; dt n1 vvz dc n2 vvb p-acp pno32 av pns31 vdd a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
209 will you say that Joseph was grown cold, because he had gotten that vile custome of swearing in Pharaohs Court? he never sware at home, will you say that Joseph was grown cold, Because he had got that vile custom of swearing in Pharaohs Court? he never sware At home, vmb pn22 vvi cst np1 vbds vvn j-jn, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 n1? pns31 av-x vvd p-acp n1-an, (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
210 alas he had no temptations at home; alas he had no temptations At home; uh pns31 vhd dx n2 p-acp n1-an; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
211 if he had had those temptations at home, and had had no more grace then he had then, it would have been the bane of his soul; if he had had those temptations At home, and had had no more grace then he had then, it would have been the bane of his soul; cs pns31 vhd vhn d n2 p-acp n1-an, cc vhd vhn dx dc n1 cs pns31 vhd av, pn31 vmd vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
212 no wonder he goeth on more heavily, because he hath more temptations; no wonder he Goes on more heavily, Because he hath more temptations; dx n1 pns31 vvz p-acp av-dc av-j, c-acp pns31 vhz dc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
213 you may see how heavily David drew on, 1 Sam. 27. 1. shall one day perish by the hand of Saul; you may see how heavily David drew on, 1 Sam. 27. 1. shall one day perish by the hand of Saul; pn22 vmb vvi c-crq av-j np1 vvd a-acp, crd np1 crd crd vmb crd n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
214 formerly he could believe admirably, and trust in Gods promises wonderfully; formerly he could believe admirably, and trust in God's promises wonderfully; av-j pns31 vmd vvi av-j, cc vvi p-acp npg1 n2 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
215 he fought against the Lyon and the Bear, and was mightily affected with God, but now he goeth heavily on; he fought against the lion and the Bear, and was mightily affected with God, but now he Goes heavily on; pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, cc vbds av-j vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp av pns31 vvz av-j a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
216 what hath he lost his faith? no, but he is more tempted then he was before; what hath he lost his faith? no, but he is more tempted then he was before; r-crq vhz pns31 vvn po31 n1? uh-dx, cc-acp pns31 vbz av-dc vvn cs pns31 vbds a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
217 may be the man had more grace of life in him then before, but he was more tempted, and carried double. may be the man had more grace of life in him then before, but he was more tempted, and carried double. vmb vbi dt n1 vhd dc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 av a-acp, cc-acp pns31 vbds av-dc vvn, cc vvd j-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 8 Page 6
218 We come now to the next thing, to shew you how far forth a child of God may be dead and lose his quickning, not only seem deader, We come now to the next thing, to show you how Far forth a child of God may be dead and loose his quickening, not only seem deader, pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq av-j av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j cc vvi po31 j-vvg, xx av-j vvb jc, (7) treatise (DIV2) 9 Page 6
219 but be deader indeed then he was; and this point we will shew you in these particulars. but be deader indeed then he was; and this point we will show you in these particulars. cc-acp vbi jc av cs pns31 vbds; cc d n1 pns12 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d n2-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 9 Page 6
220 1. That every man by nature is dead to all goodness. 2ly, That the liveliest of Gods servants have some of this deadness still remaining in them. 3ly, The meanest of Gods servants that have least grace, have some life, 1. That every man by nature is dead to all Goodness. 2ly, That the Liveliest of God's Servants have Some of this deadness still remaining in them. 3ly, The Meanest of God's Servants that have least grace, have Some life, crd cst d n1 p-acp n1 vbz j p-acp d n1. av-jn, cst dt js pp-f ng1 n2 vhb d pp-f d n1 av vvg p-acp pno32. av-jn, dt js pp-f ng1 n2 cst vhb ds n1, vhb d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 10 Page 6
221 and cannot be quite dead. 4ly, We will shew you this is a very ticklish point, and very dangerous; and cannot be quite dead. 4ly, We will show you this is a very ticklish point, and very dangerous; cc vmbx vbi av j. av-jn, pns12 vmb vvi pn22 d vbz dt av j n1, cc av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 10 Page 6
222 a world of mischief may come of it by reason of the corruption of mens hearts. a world of mischief may come of it by reason of the corruption of men's hearts. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 10 Page 6
223 Yet 5ly, It is a very necessary point. 6ly, Those particulars wherein he may be dead. 7ly, The uses of the point. Yet 5ly, It is a very necessary point. 6ly, Those particulars wherein he may be dead. 7ly, The uses of the point. av av-j, pn31 vbz dt av j n1. av-jn, d n2-jn c-crq pns31 vmb vbi j. av-jn, dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 10 Page 6
224 First, We are all by nature dead, we have no heart to seek reconciliation with God, no heart to get his image in our hearts, First, We Are all by nature dead, we have no heart to seek reconciliation with God, no heart to get his image in our hearts, ord, pns12 vbr d p-acp n1 j, pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 6
225 and to have communion with him, and approve our selves unto him; we see naturally, how the world slights these things; and to have communion with him, and approve our selves unto him; we see naturally, how the world slights these things; cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno31; pns12 vvb av-j, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 6
226 they seek how they may live, and do as others do, but to look after righteousness, they seek how they may live, and do as Others do, but to look After righteousness, pns32 vvb c-crq pns32 vmb vvi, cc vdb p-acp n2-jn vdb, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 6
227 and holiness, and pleasing of God, they have no heart to these things; and though God afford them good motions; and holiness, and pleasing of God, they have no heart to these things; and though God afford them good motions; cc n1, cc vvg pp-f np1, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d n2; cc cs np1 vvb pno32 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 6
228 and checks of conscience, and all helps, yet people have no life at all to these things, Eph. 4. 18. they are as Paul speaks there, alienated from the life of God; and Checks of conscience, and all helps, yet people have no life At all to these things, Ephesians 4. 18. they Are as Paul speaks there, alienated from the life of God; cc n2 pp-f n1, cc d n2, av n1 vhb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr p-acp np1 vvz a-acp, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
229 and as •he father speaks of his prodigal son, this my son• was dead, quite dead; and as •he father speaks of his prodigal son, this my son• was dead, quite dead; cc p-acp j n1 vvz pp-f po31 j-jn n1, d po11 n1 vbds j, av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
230 by nature we have not the son of God, and therefore have no life; by nature we have not the son of God, and Therefore have no life; p-acp n1 pns12 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vhb dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
231 as Christ saith, the dead shall hear the voice of the son of God, and live; as christ Says, the dead shall hear the voice of the son of God, and live; c-acp np1 vvz, dt j vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
232 he speaks of the elect people that naturally are dead to all good; he speaks of the elect people that naturally Are dead to all good; pns31 vvz pp-f dt j-vvn n1 cst av-j vbr j p-acp d j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
233 for though a man be alive to many of the acts which the Saints of God do naturally, for though a man be alive to many of the acts which the Saints of God do naturally, c-acp cs dt n1 vbi j p-acp d pp-f dt n2 r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
234 yet to those works that a Saint doth as he is a Saint, he is altogether dead; yet to those works that a Saint does as he is a Saint, he is altogether dead; av p-acp d n2 cst dt n1 vdz p-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pns31 vbz av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
235 as a beast, though it hath a life of its own, yet it is dead to the life of a man; as a beast, though it hath a life of its own, yet it is dead to the life of a man; c-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f po31 d, av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
236 indeed it can do many things a man doth, a beast can see and hear, indeed it can do many things a man does, a beast can see and hear, av pn31 vmb vdi d n2 dt n1 vdz, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
237 and goe up and down as well as a man doth, but for those acts a man doth as he is a man, he is altogether dead to those acts a beast cannot discourse; and go up and down as well as a man does, but for those acts a man does as he is a man, he is altogether dead to those acts a beast cannot discourse; cc vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp av c-acp dt n1 vdz, cc-acp p-acp d n2 dt n1 vdz p-acp pns31 vbz dt n1, pns31 vbz av j p-acp d n2 dt n1 vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
238 how many things are in a man which a beast looks not after? it is altogether dead to them; how many things Are in a man which a beast looks not After? it is altogether dead to them; c-crq d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz xx a-acp? pn31 vbz av j p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
239 so a natural man is alive to do what the Saints of God doe as they are men, so a natural man is alive to do what the Saints of God do as they Are men, av dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb c-acp pns32 vbr n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
240 because he is a man himself; Because he is a man himself; c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
241 but as they are Saints of God, and have the life of God in them, he is altogether dead to that; but as they Are Saints of God, and have the life of God in them, he is altogether dead to that; cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f np1, cc vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, pns31 vbz av j p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
242 he cannot carry himself as the Saints do, he cannot curb himself of all his lusts as the Saints of God do; he cannot carry himself as the Saints do, he cannot curb himself of all his Lustiest as the Saints of God do; pns31 vmbx vvi px31 p-acp dt n2 vdb, pns31 vmbx vvi px31 pp-f d po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
243 you cannot if you would never so fain bring a natural man to these things, you may as well bring a dead m•n to walk up and down among men, you cannot if you would never so fain bring a natural man to these things, you may as well bring a dead m•n to walk up and down among men, pn22 vmbx cs pn22 vmd av-x av av-j vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n2, pn22 vmb a-acp av vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
244 as to make a natural man to be so strict and precise as a Saint. as to make a natural man to be so strict and precise as a Saint. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vbi av j cc j c-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 11 Page 7
245 Secondly ▪ the liveliest of all Gods Saints have some of this deadness remaining in them, the child of God, Secondly ▪ the Liveliest of all God's Saints have Some of this deadness remaining in them, the child of God, ord ▪ dt js pp-f d ng1 n2 vhb d pp-f d n1 vvg p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
246 though in one part, sc. the spirit, he be alive, yet in the fle•h he is dead, P•u• himself tells us, I am not perfect, neither have I yet attained, Phil. 3. 13. David was as lively a man as any in the Old Testament, though in one part, sc. the Spirit, he be alive, yet in the fle•h he is dead, P•u• himself tells us, I am not perfect, neither have I yet attained, Philip 3. 13. David was as lively a man as any in the Old Testament, cs p-acp crd n1, np1-n. dt n1, pns31 vbb j, av p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbz j, np1 px31 vvz pno12, pns11 vbm xx j, dx vhb pns11 av vvn, np1 crd crd np1 vbds a-acp j dt n1 c-acp d p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
247 yet he cries out Psal. 143. 11. quicken me O Lord for thy names sake; yet he cries out Psalm 143. 11. quicken me Oh Lord for thy names sake; av pns31 vvz av np1 crd crd vvb pno11 uh n1 p-acp po21 ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
248 the Saints are like to a man sick of the numbe palsey, he is dead on one side; the Saints Are like to a man sick of the numb palsy, he is dead on one side; dt n2 vbr av-j p-acp dt n1 j pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp crd n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
249 so the Saints are dead on one side; so the Saints Are dead on one side; av dt n2 vbr j p-acp crd n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
250 like the Moon, that side the Sun shines upon is light, but the other side is dark; like the Moon, that side the Sun shines upon is Light, but the other side is dark; av-j dt n1, cst n1 dt n1 vvz a-acp vbz n1, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
251 so when God shines upon his Saints by his Spirit, there is light: but they are dark on one side, for though justification be perfect in this life, so when God shines upon his Saints by his Spirit, there is Light: but they Are dark on one side, for though justification be perfect in this life, av c-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz n1: cc-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp crd n1, c-acp cs n1 vbb j p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
252 yet sanctification is still but imperfect; yet sanctification is still but imperfect; av n1 vbz av p-acp j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
253 the guilt of sin may be fully forgiven here, but the power of sin is never here fully destroyed; the guilt of since may be Fully forgiven Here, but the power of since is never Here Fully destroyed; dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn av, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-x av av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
254 none of the Saints of God but find some clog, they go not so quick as they should or would do: none of the Saints of God but find Some clog, they go not so quick as they should or would do: pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvi d n1, pns32 vvb xx av j c-acp pns32 vmd cc vmd vdi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
255 Paul himself groans under this burden, Rom. 7. 24. and Christ doth not quicken his servants all at once, Joh. 10. 10. Christ doth put life into his people, Paul himself groans under this burden, Rom. 7. 24. and christ does not quicken his Servants all At once, John 10. 10. christ does put life into his people, np1 px31 vvz p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd cc np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n2 d p-acp a-acp, np1 crd crd np1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
256 yet so as that it goeth gradually on, he gives them more and more, he makes them more and more agill and quick in good duties; yet so as that it Goes gradually on, he gives them more and more, he makes them more and more agill and quick in good duties; av av c-acp cst pn31 vvz av-jn p-acp, pns31 vvz pno32 n1 cc av-dc, pns31 vvz pno32 n1 cc av-dc j cc j p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
257 the best of Gods Saints are like to a goodly tree, that may be hath a hundred dead boughs upon it, the best of God's Saints Are like to a goodly tree, that may be hath a hundred dead boughs upon it, dt js pp-f ng1 n2 vbr av-j p-acp dt j n1, cst vmb vbi vhz dt crd j n2 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
258 though the root and body be alive; though the root and body be alive; cs dt n1 cc n1 vbb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
259 may be a young tree hath fewer dead boughs, yet it is weak, and there is less strength a great deal in it then in the other, and less fruit; may be a young tree hath fewer dead boughs, yet it is weak, and there is less strength a great deal in it then in the other, and less fruit; vmb vbi dt j n1 vhz d j n2, av pn31 vbz j, cc pc-acp vbz dc n1 dt j n1 p-acp pn31 av p-acp dt n-jn, cc dc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
260 so I say for a Saint of God, though he be consolidated and setled, and grown substantial, so I say for a Saint of God, though he be consolidated and settled, and grown substantial, av pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vbb vvn cc vvn, cc vvn j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
261 yet there may be abundance of dead boughs. yet there may be abundance of dead boughs. av pc-acp vmb vbi n1 pp-f j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 12 Page 7
262 Thirdly, The meanest of Gods Saints, the deadest of them all have some life, they cannot lose all their life, they have an eternal life, Joh. 1. 36. he that believes on the son hath everlasting life, a child of God, Thirdly, The Meanest of God's Saints, the deadest of them all have Some life, they cannot loose all their life, they have an Eternal life, John 1. 36. he that believes on the son hath everlasting life, a child of God, ord, dt js pp-f ng1 n2, dt js pp-f pno32 d vhb d n1, pns32 vmbx vvi d po32 n1, pns32 vhb dt j n1, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 vhz j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 7
263 though he may lose all his liveliness yet he cannot lose his life, there is a difference between liveliness and being alive, though he may loose all his liveliness yet he cannot loose his life, there is a difference between liveliness and being alive, cs pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n1 av pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vbg j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 7
264 as Exod. 1. 19. the Hebrew women there are said to be lively; any woman is alive, but not lively: so all the children of God are alive, they may lose their liveliness but not their life; as Exod 1. 19. the Hebrew women there Are said to be lively; any woman is alive, but not lively: so all the children of God Are alive, they may loose their liveliness but not their life; c-acp np1 crd crd dt njp n2 pc-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j; d n1 vbz j, p-acp xx av-j: av d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j, pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 cc-acp xx po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 7
265 as the wise Virgins all slumbred and slept, but yet their oyl was not gone out; as the wise Virgins all slumbered and slept, but yet their oil was not gone out; c-acp dt j n2 d vvd cc vvd, cc-acp av po32 n1 vbds xx vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 7
266 though old Eli was grown marvelous dull, and heavy, and lumpish, and had no zeal for God and liveliness in him, though old Eli was grown marvelous dull, and heavy, and lumpish, and had no zeal for God and liveliness in him, cs j np1 vbds vvn j j, cc j, cc j, cc vhd dx n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 7
267 yet he was not altogether dead, as appears by his answer to Samuel, and his care of the Ark of the Covenant; yet he was not altogether dead, as appears by his answer to Samuel, and his care of the Ark of the Covenant; av pns31 vbds xx av j, c-acp vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 7
268 for the life of a Saint of God, is like a vessel of Canary that cannot be quite frozen up; for the life of a Saint of God, is like a vessel of Canary that cannot be quite frozen up; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vmbx vbi av vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 7
269 a child of God, though he be never so cold and frozen, yet he shall not be altogether frozen up, he shall have some life still, the seed of God remaineth in him, 1 Joh. 3. 9. a child of God, though he be never so cold and frozen, yet he shall not be altogether frozen up, he shall have Some life still, the seed of God remains in him, 1 John 3. 9. dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vbb av-x av j-jn cc vvn, av pns31 vmb xx vbi av vvn a-acp, pns31 vmb vhi d n1 av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 13 Page 8
270 Fourthly, This is a ticklish point, and marvellous dangerous, unless great heed be taken; Fourthly, This is a ticklish point, and marvellous dangerous, unless great heed be taken; ord, d vbz dt j n1, cc j j, cs j n1 vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 14 Page 8
271 those that hear it, that hear how far a child of God may grow dead, may recieve much mischief by it; those that hear it, that hear how Far a child of God may grow dead, may receive much mischief by it; d cst vvb pn31, cst vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi j, vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 14 Page 8
272 and I was once of the mind not to have spoken of it, in regard of the evil consequents that may grow upon it. and I was once of the mind not to have spoken of it, in regard of the evil consequents that may grow upon it. cc pns11 vbds a-acp pp-f dt n1 xx pc-acp vhi vvn pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2-j cst vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 14 Page 8
273 For first, This may greatly embolden the adversaries of the Church of God. For First, This may greatly embolden the Adversaries of the Church of God. p-acp ord, d vmb av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
274 In some sense it were well that the adversaries of the Church did think the Church were more lively then they are; In Some sense it were well that the Adversaries of the Church did think the Church were more lively then they Are; p-acp d n1 pn31 vbdr av cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdd vvi dt n1 vbdr av-dc j cs pns32 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
275 it might be a great •eans to curb them of doing that they do; it might be a great •eans to curb them of doing that they do; pn31 vmd vbi dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f vdg d pns32 vdb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
276 as it is noted of the Scribes and Pharisees, that conceiving that the people were more more lively then they were, it did withhold them from what they otherwise would have done; as it is noted of the Scribes and Pharisees, that conceiving that the people were more more lively then they were, it did withhold them from what they otherwise would have done; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 cc np2, cst vvg cst dt n1 vbdr av-dc av-dc j cs pns32 vbdr, pn31 vdd vvi pno32 p-acp r-crq pns32 av vmd vhi vdn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
277 as when Christ spake of Johns baptism, they would have vilified it, but that the• thought the people were so affected to his ministry, that they would sto•e them; as when christ spoke of Johns Baptism, they would have vilified it, but that the• Thought the people were so affected to his Ministry, that they would sto•e them; c-acp c-crq np1 vvd pp-f np1 n1, pns32 vmd vhi vvn pn31, cc-acp cst n1 vvd dt n1 vbdr av vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
278 I do not think they were so affected and wrought upon; I do not think they were so affected and wrought upon; pns11 vdb xx vvi pns32 vbdr av vvn cc vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
279 I do not think there would have been such a stir in the Country, but this was wel they thought so, I do not think there would have been such a stir in the Country, but this was well they Thought so, pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vmd vhi vbn d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp d vbds av pns32 vvd av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
280 for it saved a great deal of mischief, Mat. 13. 25. when the go•• m•ns servant, were asleep, then the enemies sowed tares; for it saved a great deal of mischief, Mathew 13. 25. when the go•• m•ns servant, were asleep, then the enemies sowed tares; c-acp pn31 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvz n1, vbdr j, cs dt n2 vvd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
281 so when the enemies of the Church shall see thee grown dult and careless, and sleepy, the Sabbaths are little sanctified, so when the enemies of the Church shall see thee grown dult and careless, and sleepy, the Sabbaths Are little sanctified, av c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 vvn n1 cc j, cc j, dt n2 vbr av-j vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
282 and the holy ordinances of God, and powerful preaching little looked after, nay even such as were strict people are grown cold; and the holy ordinances of God, and powerful preaching little looked After, nay even such as were strict people Are grown cold; cc dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc j vvg j vvn a-acp, uh-x av d c-acp vbdr j n1 vbr vvn j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
283 this doth embolden them to bring in errors, and broach what they list, when they durst not do it if the Church were lively; this does embolden them to bring in errors, and broach what they list, when they durst not do it if the Church were lively; d vdz vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, cc vvi r-crq pns32 vvb, c-crq pns32 vvd xx vdi pn31 cs dt n1 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
284 so that it is something dangerous to tell this in Gath, and publish it in the streets of Ashkalon. so that it is something dangerous to tell this in Gaza, and publish it in the streets of Ashkelon. av cst pn31 vbz pi j pc-acp vvi d p-acp np1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 15 Page 8
285 Secondly, This may hearten abundance that are standers by, that are dead in sins and trespasses, to be hardned under their deadness, and to be secure; Secondly, This may hearten abundance that Are standers by, that Are dead in Sins and Trespasses, to be hardened under their deadness, and to be secure; ord, d vmb vvi n1 cst vbr n2 p-acp, cst vbr j p-acp n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
286 for when a Minister shall shew how that the children of God may be marvellously dead, for when a Minister shall show how that the children of God may be marvellously dead, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq d dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av-j j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
287 and may be quite off the hooks, and their zeal be quite gone, the life and liveliness that hath been formerly is not seen; and may be quite off the hooks, and their zeal be quite gone, the life and liveliness that hath been formerly is not seen; cc vmb vbi av a-acp dt n2, cc po32 n1 vbb av vvn, dt n1 cc n1 cst vhz vbn av-j vbz xx vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
288 when they hear this, this may help them to ho•e, 'tis true I am dead, when they hear this, this may help them to ho•e, it's true I am dead, c-crq pns32 vvb d, d vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, pn31|vbz j pns11 vbm j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
289 and my heart is like a stone in prayer, and like a block at the hearing of the word of God; and my heart is like a stone in prayer, and like a block At the hearing of the word of God; cc po11 n1 vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
290 I have no spirit, nor heat, nor affections in the ordinance of God; yet Gods blessing on the Ministers heart; I have no Spirit, nor heat, nor affections in the Ordinance of God; yet God's blessing on the Ministers heart; pns11 vhb dx n1, ccx n1, ccx n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av n2 vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
291 I heard him say a child of God might be dead like a dead tree, I herd him say a child of God might be dead like a dead tree, pns11 vvd pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi j av-j dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
292 and I hope I may be a child of God for all this no question when a carnal heart shall read how Christ upbraided his own Disciples with unbelief and hardness of heart, no question when they read such passages, and I hope I may be a child of God for all this no question when a carnal heart shall read how christ upbraided his own Disciples with unbelief and hardness of heart, no question when they read such passages, cc pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d av-dx n1 c-crq dt j n1 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vvd po31 d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 c-crq pns32 vvb d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
293 but they have a great deal of succour to their own consciences; but they have a great deal of succour to their own Consciences; cc-acp pns32 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
294 for when their consciences flie in their faces for their untowardness and heartlesseness in any thing that is good, they think the Saints of God have a great deal of heartlesseness, for when their Consciences fly in their faces for their untowardness and heartlesseness in any thing that is good, they think the Saints of God have a great deal of heartlesseness, p-acp c-crq po32 n2 vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz j, pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
295 and so reckon themselves to be Saints of God; and so reckon themselves to be Saints of God; cc av vvb px32 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
296 and so the Church of God when it was grown to be marvellous remiss, and prophane, and so the Church of God when it was grown to be marvellous remiss, and profane, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi j j, cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
297 and loose ( Jer. 7.) though God had told the ten Tribes that he would cut them off, yet they comforted themselves; and lose (Jer. 7.) though God had told the ten Tribes that he would Cut them off, yet they comforted themselves; cc j (np1 crd) c-acp np1 vhd vvn dt crd n2 cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp, av pns32 vvd px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
298 how did they comfort themselves? they comforted themselves in this, they thought verily they were a Church; how did they Comfort themselves? they comforted themselves in this, they Thought verily they were a Church; q-crq vdd pns32 vvi px32? pns32 vvd px32 p-acp d, pns32 vvd av-j pns32 vbdr dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
299 so people, if they can get any word that falls out of the Ministers mouth that may make for themselves, they catch at it; so people, if they can get any word that falls out of the Ministers Mouth that may make for themselves, they catch At it; av n1, cs pns32 vmb vvi d n1 cst vvz av pp-f dt ng1 n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp px32, pns32 vvb p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
300 if any word drop out from a Ministers mouth, or if any miscarriage or distemper be seen in a godly mans life, they lie at catch for these things; therefore it is dangerous. if any word drop out from a Ministers Mouth, or if any miscarriage or distemper be seen in a godly men life, they lie At catch for these things; Therefore it is dangerous. cs d n1 vvb av p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc cs d n1 cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt j ng1 n1, pns32 vvb p-acp vvi p-acp d n2; av pn31 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 16 Page 8
301 Thirdly, It is dangerous because it may teach people how to be dead; Thirdly, It is dangerous Because it may teach people how to be dead; ord, pn31 vbz j c-acp pn31 vmb vvi n1 c-crq pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 8
302 nay, people that were stirred at their deadness, and saw an infinite need of laying it aside, nay, people that were stirred At their deadness, and saw an infinite need of laying it aside, uh-x, n1 cst vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n1, cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f vvg pn31 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 8
303 and took pains to do it, yet when they hear this Doctrine, through the corruption of their own hearts, they may grow careless, and took pains to do it, yet when they hear this Doctrine, through the corruption of their own hearts, they may grow careless, cc vvd n2 pc-acp vdi pn31, av c-crq pns32 vvb d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, pns32 vmb vvi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 8
304 and think, what need I keep such a pudder? I am a child of God still, and think, what need I keep such a pudder? I am a child of God still, cc vvi, q-crq vvb pns11 vvb d dt n1? pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f np1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
305 though I am so dead and heartless, and have no more feeling under Gods word, yet I may be a child of God; though I am so dead and heartless, and have no more feeling under God's word, yet I may be a child of God; cs pns11 vbm av j cc j, cc vhb dx dc n1 p-acp ng1 n1, av pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
306 I heard a Minister make an excellent Sermon upon that point, that a child of God may be very dead; I herd a Minister make an excellent Sermon upon that point, that a child of God may be very dead; pns11 vvd dt n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
307 but let me tell you, if any of you came to Church this day with a kind of joy and delight, oh, this day we shall hear how a child of God may be dead; but let me tell you, if any of you Come to Church this day with a kind of joy and delight, o, this day we shall hear how a child of God may be dead; cc-acp vvb pno11 vvi pn22, cs d pp-f pn22 vvd p-acp n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, uh, d n1 pns12 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
308 if it be thus, you may justly fear that you have a rotten heart; for what is this a sign of? but that your hearts lie at catch, if it be thus, you may justly Fear that you have a rotten heart; for what is this a Signen of? but that your hearts lie At catch, cs pn31 vbb av, pn22 vmb av-j vvi cst pn22 vhb dt j-vvn n1; p-acp r-crq vbz d dt n1 pp-f? cc-acp cst po22 n2 vvb p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
309 and if you have but any argument to make you think you are a child of God, this is enough; and if you have but any argument to make you think you Are a child of God, this is enough; cc cs pn22 vhb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, d vbz av-d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
310 I know this may be a comfort to the children of God, but th•y are such as are absolutely dejected and cast down, and wrought upon; I know this may be a Comfort to the children of God, but th•y Are such as Are absolutely dejected and cast down, and wrought upon; pns11 vvb d vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp av-j vbr d c-acp vbr av-j vvn cc vvn a-acp, cc vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
311 and whatsoever they hear out of the word of God, they use it for their help, that they may be recovered out of their deadness; and whatsoever they hear out of the word of God, they use it for their help, that they may be recovered out of their deadness; cc r-crq pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
312 but if any of you hear this to the end you may be secure, this will be your bane. but if any of you hear this to the end you may be secure, this will be your bane. cc-acp cs d pp-f pn22 vvb d p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vbi j, d vmb vbi po22 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 17 Page 9
313 Fifthly, Though it be dangerous ▪ yet it is a necessary point to be insisted upon, the people of God may ▪ have need of it; Fifthly, Though it be dangerous ▪ yet it is a necessary point to be insisted upon, the people of God may ▪ have need of it; ord, cs pn31 vbb j ▪ av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb ▪ vhb n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
314 but you will say, it is pitty such a Sermon should be preached to •hew how far a child of God may be dead, there be so many stumbling blocks, but you will say, it is pity such a Sermon should be preached to •hew how Far a child of God may be dead, there be so many stumbling blocks, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz n1 d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j, pc-acp vbi av d j-vvg n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
315 and such a deal of mischief; and such a deal of mischief; cc d dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
316 I answer, whatsoever truth may tend to the establishing of the people of God, and the building of faith, is not to be omitted, I answer, whatsoever truth may tend to the establishing of the people of God, and the building of faith, is not to be omitted, pns11 vvb, r-crq n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
317 though thousands of reprob•tes break their necks a• it; though thousands of reprob•tes break their necks a• it; cs crd pp-f n2 vvb po32 n2 n1 pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
318 as Christ, when the Pharisees stumbled at his doctrine, Mat. 15. 12. see how he answers, ver. 13. Every plant which my heav••ly f••her hath •ot planted, shall be rooted up; as christ, when the Pharisees stumbled At his Doctrine, Mathew 15. 12. see how he answers, ver. 13. Every plant which my heav••ly f••her hath •ot planted, shall be rooted up; c-acp np1, c-crq dt np2 vvd p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd vvi c-crq pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd np1 vvb r-crq po11 j n1 vhz n1 vvn, vmb vbi vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
319 so I say we must hazard that; so I say we must hazard that; av pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
320 we must tell people what danger they may catch if they take not heed ▪ and we must deliver the truth, we must tell people what danger they may catch if they take not heed ▪ and we must deliver the truth, pns12 vmb vvi n1 r-crq n1 pns32 vmb vvi cs pns32 vvb xx n1 ▪ cc pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
321 for it is helpful to the people of God; we know that the credit of his servants is precious in his sight; for it is helpful to the people of God; we know that the credit of his Servants is precious in his sighed; c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbz j p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
322 and yet he hath disgraced his servants in the Scriptures as it were, and hath left their dulness and untowardness upon record, that the world may know it; and yet he hath disgraced his Servants in the Scriptures as it were, and hath left their dullness and untowardness upon record, that the world may know it; cc av pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 c-acp pn31 vbdr, cc vhz vvn po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
323 as who should s•y, it is o• such use to all generations to know this, that it may not be concealed from the world; as who should s•y, it is o• such use to all generations to know this, that it may not be concealed from the world; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vbz n1 d n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi d, cst pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
324 you may see those horrible sins of David, and fowl offences, that one would think the spirit of God would cast a vail over; you may see those horrible Sins of David, and fowl offences, that one would think the Spirit of God would cast a Vail over; pn22 vmb vvi d j n2 pp-f np1, cc n1 n2, cst pi vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi dt n1 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
325 yet he is so far from hiding of that his murther and adultery, and making Ʋ•iah drunk, that he doth not only record his murther and adultery once, 1 Sam. 11. but again, Psal. 51. and committed the Psalm to the Musitian, to be sung in the Church to the end of the world; yet he is so Far from hiding of that his murder and adultery, and making Ʋ•iah drunk, that he does not only record his murder and adultery once, 1 Sam. 11. but again, Psalm 51. and committed the Psalm to the Musician, to be sung in the Church to the end of the world; av pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg pp-f d po31 n1 cc n1, cc vvg np1 vvn, cst pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi po31 n1 cc n1 a-acp, crd np1 crd p-acp av, np1 crd cc vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
326 so Peters denial of his Master, one would have thought the Scripture would have said nothing of that; so Peter's denial of his Master, one would have Thought the Scripture would have said nothing of that; av npg1 n1 pp-f po31 n1, pi vmd vhi vvn dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pix pp-f d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
327 what a Disciple of Christ to deny his master, and curse and ban himself? yet the spirit of God is so earnest to have this known, that he will have all the Evangelists set it down; what a Disciple of christ to deny his master, and curse and ban himself? yet the Spirit of God is so earnest to have this known, that he will have all the Evangelists Set it down; q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi cc vvi px31? av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j pc-acp vhi d vvn, cst pns31 vmb vhi d dt n2 vvb pn31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
328 you have things of great importance, that our eternal life depends upon, yet there is but one Evangelist toucheth them; you have things of great importance, that our Eternal life depends upon, yet there is but one Evangelist touches them; pn22 vhb n2 pp-f j n1, cst po12 j n1 vvz p-acp, av pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd np1 vvz pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
329 but every one tells us of peters fault; how sh•mefully he did forget himself, and how he was carried away with his lusts, but every one tells us of Peter's fault; how sh•mefully he did forget himself, and how he was carried away with his Lustiest, cc-acp d pi vvz pno12 pp-f n2 n1; c-crq av-j pns31 vdd vvi px31, cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
330 so that it is very needful to be known: so that it is very needful to be known: av cst pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vbi vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
331 now then to come to the sixth thing, how far a child of God may be dead; now then to come to the sixth thing, how Far a child of God may be dead; av av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
332 for this we will shew you these particulars. First, he may lose all his zeal; for this we will show you these particulars. First, he may loose all his zeal; p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi pn22 d n2-j. ord, pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 18 Page 9
333 you know zeal is a thing that God baptizeth his pe••le with, not only with the holy Ghost, but with fire; you know zeal is a thing that God baptizeth his pe••le with, not only with the holy Ghost, but with fire; pn22 vvb n1 vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp, xx av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 9
334 yet a child of God if he stand not upon his guard, and looks to himself, yet a child of God if he stand not upon his guard, and looks to himself, av dt n1 pp-f np1 cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 9
335 if he grow secure and drowsie and give way to sin, he may come to this, to lose his zeal; if he grow secure and drowsy and give Way to since, he may come to this, to loose his zeal; cs pns31 vvb j cc j cc vvi n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d, pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 9
336 it was the case of many o• Gods people in Laodicea, though the chiefest bulke in the Town were lukewarm; it was the case of many o• God's people in Laodicea, though the chiefest bulk in the Town were lukewarm; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1 npg1 n1 p-acp np1, cs dt js-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 9
337 yet it is plain that many of th•se that were neither hot nor cold, were Gods own children; yet it is plain that many of th•se that were neither hight nor cold, were God's own children; av pn31 vbz j cst d pp-f n1 cst vbdr dx j ccx j-jn, vbdr n2 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 9
338 for he saith, Rev. 3. 19. as many •• I love, I rebuke and chasten: for he Says, Rev. 3. 19. as many •• I love, I rebuke and chasten: c-acp pns31 vvz, n1 crd crd p-acp d •• pns11 n1, pns11 vvb cc vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 9
339 so in the daies of Saul, when Religion went down the wind, and the Ordinances of God were slacked, every thing went to wrack during his government, you shall see how the Church of God had lost their zeal, 1 Sam. 17. 16. it is said there, that when Goliah of Gath came into the host, so in the days of Saul, when Religion went down the wind, and the Ordinances of God were slacked, every thing went to wrack during his government, you shall see how the Church of God had lost their zeal, 1 Sam. 17. 16. it is said there, that when Goliath of Gaza Come into the host, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq n1 vvd a-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn, d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pn22 vmb vvi q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn po32 n1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn a-acp, cst c-crq np1 pp-f vhz vvd p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
340 and all Israel were there, and the main bulke of the Church of God were looking on, and all Israel were there, and the main bulk of the Church of God were looking on, cc d np1 vbdr a-acp, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr vvg a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
341 and hearing what this fowlmouth said, there he stood defying and blaspheming the Army of God, and hearing what this fowlmouth said, there he stood defying and blaspheming the Army of God, cc vvg r-crq d n1 vvd, a-acp pns31 vvd vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
342 and he shewed himself so forty daies together, and all Israel heard him, and they were all dull and blockish, and he showed himself so forty days together, and all Israel herd him, and they were all dull and blockish, cc pns31 vvd px31 av crd n2 av, cc d np1 vvd pno31, cc pns32 vbdr d j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
343 and not a man stepped out to hazard his life to appear in Gods cause, and not a man stepped out to hazard his life to appear in God's cause, cc xx dt n1 vvd av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
344 until it pleased God to make a little child take up a weapon, and sight against him; until it pleased God to make a little child take up a weapon, and sighed against him; c-acp pn31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvb a-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
345 so our Saviour Christ shews us in the last times (which is strange) for in the last times knowledge shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold, Mat. 24. 12. you know what zeal is; so our Saviour christ shows us in the last times (which is strange) for in the last times knowledge shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold, Mathew 24. 12. you know what zeal is; av po12 n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt ord n2 (r-crq vbz j) p-acp p-acp dt ord ng1 n1 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f d vmb vvi j-jn, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb r-crq n1 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
346 it is when a man doth not only walk in Gods commandements and do them, it is when a man does not only walk in God's Commandments and do them, pn31 vbz c-crq dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp npg1 n2 cc vdb pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
347 but useth Gods arguments, and useth them with all his heart, and stirreth up himself to take hold on God; but uses God's Arguments, and uses them with all his heart, and stirs up himself to take hold on God; cc-acp vvz ng1 n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp d po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
348 he presseth hard after the mark; he is a man that stands upon his guard; a man that will be precise and strict in every thing; he will eschue every evil; he Presseth hard After the mark; he is a man that Stands upon his guard; a man that will be precise and strict in every thing; he will eschew every evil; pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1; pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1; dt n1 cst vmb vbi j cc j p-acp d n1; pns31 vmb vvi d n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
349 if he find any lust rising, he is never at quiet till he get it down again; if he find any lust rising, he is never At quiet till he get it down again; cs pns31 vvb d n1 vvg, pns31 vbz av-x p-acp j-jn c-acp pns31 vvb pn31 a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
350 if this man be in company, he will not stand upon curtesie to see who will begin to speak, if this man be in company, he will not stand upon courtesy to see who will begin to speak, cs d n1 vbi p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
351 but if others will not, he will; but if Others will not, he will; cc-acp cs n2-jn n1 xx, pns31 vmb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
352 and he will not stand upon terms and difficulties ▪ but come what can come, he will stand for God; and he will not stand upon terms and difficulties ▪ but come what can come, he will stand for God; cc pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 ▪ cc-acp vvb r-crq vmb vvi, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
353 now 'tis strange how this zeal may be taken off, in a man that is otherwise a good man. now it's strange how this zeal may be taken off, in a man that is otherwise a good man. av pn31|vbz j c-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 19 Page 10
354 Secondly, He may lose all his affections, which is a strange thing; you know what the affections are, they are the wings of the soul; Secondly, He may loose all his affections, which is a strange thing; you know what the affections Are, they Are the wings of the soul; ord, pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt j n1; pn22 vvb r-crq dt n2 vbr, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
355 if the wings be off, the bird cannot flie; now a child of God may lose all his affections; if the wings be off, the bird cannot fly; now a child of God may loose all his affections; cs dt n2 vbb a-acp, dt n1 vmbx vvi; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
356 as it was with Sardis, they had not only lost all their zeal, but their affections, Rev. 3. 2. strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die; as it was with Sardis, they had not only lost all their zeal, but their affections, Rev. 3. 2. strengthen the things which remain, that Are ready to die; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pns32 vhd xx av-j vvn d po32 n1, cc-acp po32 n2, n1 crd crd vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb, cst vbr j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
357 they had lost all, and but a little remained, and that little was ready to die; they had lost all, and but a little remained, and that little was ready to die; pns32 vhd vvn d, cc p-acp dt j vvd, cc cst av-j vbds j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
358 what a poor heartless ▪ lifeless creature was Asa? he was grown to that pass, that though God sent his Prophets to him, what a poor heartless ▪ Lifeless creature was Asa? he was grown to that pass, that though God sent his prophets to him, r-crq dt j j ▪ j n1 vbds np1? pns31 vbds vvn p-acp cst vvb, cst cs np1 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
359 yet his affections were not stirred; nay, they were stirred the clean contrary way; he was angry with him; yet his affections were not stirred; nay, they were stirred the clean contrary Way; he was angry with him; av po31 n2 vbdr xx vvn; uh-x, pns32 vbdr vvn dt j j-jn n1; pns31 vbds j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
360 and when God laid afflictions upon him, he was so little affected with his sins, that he sought not to the Lord, but to the Physitians; and when God laid afflictions upon him, he was so little affected with his Sins, that he sought not to the Lord, but to the Physicians; cc c-crq np1 vvd n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds av av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2, cst pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
361 a child of God may lose his sorrow and grief for sin; though he be privy to a world of corruption and distempers, and dulness, and blockishness, a child of God may loose his sorrow and grief for since; though he be privy to a world of corruption and distempers, and dullness, and blockishness, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; cs pns31 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
362 yet he is not able to relent and grieve for them, there is no sorrow in his heart; yet he is not able to relent and grieve for them, there is no sorrow in his heart; av pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
363 as David, when he had committed those horrible sins, there were no affections in him; as David, when he had committed those horrible Sins, there were no affections in him; c-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d j n2, pc-acp vbdr dx n2 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
364 when Joab sent him word that Ʋriah was dead, which he had a hand in, one would have thought it should have made him cry and roar, when Joab sent him word that Ʋriah was dead, which he had a hand in, one would have Thought it should have made him cry and roar, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 n1 cst np1 vbds j, r-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 p-acp, pi vmd vhi vvn pn31 vmd vhi vvn pno31 vvi cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
365 and made his heart to burst; and made his heart to burst; cc vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
366 but he was so far from being affected with remorse, as that he made nothing of it; but he was so Far from being affected with remorse, as that he made nothing of it; cc-acp pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp n1, c-acp cst pns31 vvd pix pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
367 oh saith he ▪ tell Joab, the sword kills one as well as another, 2 Sam. 11. 25. so a child of God may lose all the affection of shame. o Says he ▪ tell Joab, the sword kills one as well as Another, 2 Sam. 11. 25. so a child of God may loose all the affection of shame. uh vvz pns31 ▪ vvb np1, dt n1 vvz pi c-acp av c-acp j-jn, crd np1 crd crd av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
368 It is one of the duties we owe to God, that all the corruptions, and untowardness that is in us, we should be ashamed of them; It is one of the duties we owe to God, that all the corruptions, and untowardness that is in us, we should be ashamed of them; pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cst d dt n2, cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
369 now a child of God may lose this shame; now a child of God may loose this shame; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
370 David when he had committed adultery, he was not ashamed of it, he did not blush, David when he had committed adultery, he was not ashamed of it, he did not blush, np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1, pns31 vbds xx j pp-f pn31, pns31 vdd xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
371 nay he was impudent, he durst let his servants know it, and be privy to his villany; nay he was impudent, he durst let his Servants know it, and be privy to his villainy; uh-x pns31 vbds j, pns31 vvd vvi po31 n2 vvb pn31, cc vbi j p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
372 he could say to them, go and fetch me the woman, 2 Sam. 11. Again, he may lose all his delights in good duties, he could say to them, go and fetch me the woman, 2 Sam. 11. Again, he may loose all his delights in good duties, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, vvb cc vvb pno11 dt n1, crd np1 crd av, pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n2 p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
373 and the ordinances of God ▪ he may go to them, but with poor delight; and the ordinances of God ▪ he may go to them, but with poor delight; cc dt n2 pp-f np1 ▪ pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
374 what poor delight do you think David had in good duties for the space of ten months, till Nathan came unto him? we may well think what a blockish and seared heart he had; what poor delight do you think David had in good duties for the Molle of ten months, till Nathan Come unto him? we may well think what a blockish and seared heart he had; r-crq j n1 vdb pn22 vvi np1 vhd p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp pno31? pns12 vmb av vvi r-crq dt j cc j-vvn n1 pns31 vhd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
375 again, he may lose all his desires and yearnings; again, he may loose all his Desires and yearnings; av, pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n2 cc n2-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
376 he may pray, and have no heart to lift up his soul to God, and be earnest for the having of those graces he stands in need of, he may pray, and have no heart to lift up his soul to God, and be earnest for the having of those graces he Stands in need of, pns31 vmb vvi, cc vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc vbi j p-acp dt vhg pp-f d n2 pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
377 but pray so coldly, as if indeed he would teach God to deny him; but pray so coldly, as if indeed he would teach God to deny him; cc-acp vvb av av-jn, c-acp cs av pns31 vmd vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 10
378 again, he may lose all his fear, he may grow to be so marvellous venterous and bold, he may grow to be familiar with sins, he may grow to come neer the occasions of sin, again, he may loose all his Fear, he may grow to be so marvellous venturous and bold, he may grow to be familiar with Sins, he may grow to come near the occasions of since, av, pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av j j cc j, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp n2, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av-j dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 11
379 and thrust himself upon temptation ▪ again, he may lose his affections of love, and have hardly any love at all to God, and thrust himself upon temptation ▪ again, he may loose his affections of love, and have hardly any love At all to God, cc vvd px31 p-acp n1 ▪ av, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc vhb av d n1 p-acp d p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 11
380 as Christ complains of Simon, who otherwise was a good man; as christ complains of Simon, who otherwise was a good man; c-acp np1 vvz pp-f np1, r-crq av vbds dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 11
381 he forgave his sins, and yet he complains he loved him but a little, Luke 7. 44. sc. he forgave his Sins, and yet he complains he loved him but a little, Lycia 7. 44. sc. pns31 vvd po31 n2, cc av pns31 vvz pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j, av crd crd n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 11
382 in one word, a child of God may lose all his affections. in one word, a child of God may loose all his affections. p-acp crd n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 20 Page 11
383 Thirdly, He may grow to be even senseless of sin, and of the grace of God; Thirdly, He may grow to be even senseless of since, and of the grace of God; ord, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av j pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
384 I may shew this in divers examples; I may show this in diverse Examples; pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
385 to instance in the Patriarchs, they conspired the death of Joseph, afterwards flung him into a ditch, which was a most horrible and unnatural thing; to instance in the Patriarchs, they conspired the death of Joseph, afterwards flung him into a ditch, which was a most horrible and unnatural thing; p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds dt av-ds j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
386 one would think this should have been as an arrow unto their hearts, and they should have been ashamed of themselves; one would think this should have been as an arrow unto their hearts, and they should have been ashamed of themselves; pi vmd vvi d vmd vhi vbn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 vmd vhi vbn j pp-f px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
387 but were they sensible of this, or moved at it? no, but they sate down to eat and drink when they had done, Gen. 37. so for the children of Israel in the wilderness, but were they sensible of this, or moved At it? no, but they sat down to eat and drink when they had done, Gen. 37. so for the children of Israel in the Wilderness, cc-acp vbdr pns32 j pp-f d, cc vvn p-acp pn31? uh-dx, cc-acp pns32 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi c-crq pns32 vhd vdn, np1 crd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
388 when they had committed that horrible sin, of making a golden calf, and the Text shews that many of the children of God were guilty of it ▪ when they had done, did their hearts smite them? were they affected with their sin? did it work any impression upon their hearts? no, they sate down to eat and drink, when they had committed that horrible since, of making a golden calf, and the Text shows that many of the children of God were guilty of it ▪ when they had done, did their hearts smite them? were they affected with their since? did it work any impression upon their hearts? no, they sat down to eat and drink, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn d j n1, pp-f vvg dt j n1, cc dt n1 vvz cst d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr j pp-f pn31 ▪ q-crq pns32 vhd vdn, vdd po32 n2 vvi pno32? vbdr pns32 vvn p-acp po32 n1? vdd pn31 vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2? uh-dx, pns32 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
389 and rose up to play, Exod. 32. 6. so David, when he had committed those horrible hainous sins of murther and adultery, sins which deserved death by the Law, his fault was aggravated by many circumstanc•s; and rose up to play, Exod 32. 6. so David, when he had committed those horrible heinous Sins of murder and adultery, Sins which deserved death by the Law, his fault was aggravated by many circumstanc•s; cc vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd av np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d j j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 r-crq vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
390 he had wives of his own, he was not a young man, but well grown in years, he was no novice, he was not ignorant of God, he had wives of his own, he was not a young man, but well grown in Years, he was no novice, he was not ignorant of God, pns31 vhd n2 pp-f po31 d, pns31 vbds xx dt j n1, cc-acp av vvn p-acp n2, pns31 vbds dx n1, pns31 vbds xx j pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
391 but an old disciple, and one that had had a great deal of experience of Gods goodness, ••e that was the most noted man in all Israel for forwardness for God, one that as himself confesseth, had more understanding then any one in the world, more then his teachers; but an old disciple, and one that had had a great deal of experience of God's Goodness, ••e that was the most noted man in all Israel for forwardness for God, one that as himself Confesses, had more understanding then any one in the world, more then his Teachers; cc-acp dt j n1, cc pi cst vhd vhn dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av cst vbds dt av-ds j-vvn n1 p-acp d np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pi cst p-acp px31 vvz, vhd dc n1 cs d pi p-acp dt n1, av-dc cs po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
392 these do aggravate his sin, but when he had done, was he sensible of this? no, he was so far from it, that he laboured to father his bastard upon Ʋriah; Ʋriah had been a great whiie from his Wife, these do aggravate his since, but when he had done, was he sensible of this? no, he was so Far from it, that he laboured to father his bastard upon Ʋriah; Ʋriah had been a great whiie from his Wife, d vdb vvi po31 n1, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vdn, vbds pns31 j pp-f d? uh-dx, pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1 po31 n1 p-acp np1; np1 vhd vbn dt j av p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
393 and must have known it to have been a bastard, if he had not sent him down to his house; and must have known it to have been a bastard, if he had not sent him down to his house; cc vmb vhi vvn pn31 pc-acp vhi vbn dt n1, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
394 now thought he, if I can but get him to go down to his house, now Thought he, if I can but get him to go down to his house, av vvd pns31, cs pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
395 and lye with his Wife, the child may be thought to be his child, and not mine; and lie with his Wife, the child may be Thought to be his child, and not mine; cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi po31 n1, cc xx png11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
396 nay, wh•n Ʋriah spake words that might have burst his bowels, when he bade him go to his house, you may see what a gracious answer he gave him, 2 Sam. 11. 11. The Ark and Israel, &c. as who should say, I had more need to be at prayer, and keep a fast; nay, wh•n Ʋriah spoke words that might have burst his bowels, when he bade him go to his house, you may see what a gracious answer he gave him, 2 Sam. 11. 11. The Ark and Israel, etc. as who should say, I had more need to be At prayer, and keep a fast; uh, av np1 vvd n2 cst vmd vhi vvn po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, pn22 vmb vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vvd pno31, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 cc np1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vhd dc n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
397 all Israel is in the field against their enemies, therefore I had more need to seek God, all Israel is in the field against their enemies, Therefore I had more need to seek God, d np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, av pns11 vhd dc n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
398 then look after my pleasures, and pampering my body; then look After my pleasures, and pampering my body; av vvb p-acp po11 n2, cc vvg po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
399 now one would think this should have been as a dagger to David, heart, and made him ashamed; now one would think this should have been as a dagger to David, heart, and made him ashamed; av pi vmd vvi d vmd vhi vbn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, n1, cc vvd pno31 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
400 yet he was so senseless that he laboured to do it more and more, and was never at quiet till he had made him drunk, thinking he would go home; yet he was so senseless that he laboured to do it more and more, and was never At quiet till he had made him drunk, thinking he would go home; av pns31 vbds av j cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vdi pn31 av-dc cc av-dc, cc vbds av-x p-acp j-jn c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31 vvn, vvg pns31 vmd vvi av-an; (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
401 thus we see that a child of God may be senseless of his sins. thus we see that a child of God may be senseless of his Sins. av pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j pp-f po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 21 Page 11
402 Fourthly, A child of God may grow to be notoriously vain, and notoriously worldly, and to be notoriously guilty of sin. Fourthly, A child of God may grow to be notoriously vain, and notoriously worldly, and to be notoriously guilty of since. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av-j j, cc av-j j, cc pc-acp vbi av-j j pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
403 I do not say to live in s••, but to sin notoriously, thar a man that hath but half an eye may say, Yonder man is notoriously proud and conceited of himself, he is marvelous froward and given to his passions; I do not say to live in s••, but to sin notoriously, thar a man that hath but half an eye may say, Yonder man is notoriously proud and conceited of himself, he is marvelous froward and given to his passion; pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi av-j, cst dt n1 cst vhz cc-acp av-jn dt n1 vmb vvi, av-d n1 vbz av-j j cc vvn pp-f px31, pns31 vbz j j cc vvn p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
404 yonder man is marvelous remiss in his place and calling, marvelous dull and idle, and sluggish; yonder man is marvelous remiss in his place and calling, marvelous dull and idle, and sluggish; d n1 vbz j j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, j j cc j, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
405 and even those that are without may see this, much more the children of God; and even those that Are without may see this, much more the children of God; cc av d cst vbr p-acp vmb vvi d, av-d av-dc dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
406 thus it was with many of Pauls brethren and companions he had at Rome; though he did conceive these were the children of God, thus it was with many of Paul's brothers and Sodales he had At Room; though he did conceive these were the children of God, av pn31 vbds p-acp d pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2 pns31 vhd p-acp vvb; cs pns31 vdd vvi d vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
407 yet they were grown notoriously and grossely worldly; yet they were grown notoriously and grossly worldly; av pns32 vbdr vvn av-j cc av-j j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
408 when Paul had occasion to send some Minister or other to fight against the false Apostles, he spake it seems to all his brethren and acquaintance, to intreat them to go to Philippi, but he could not get one of them to go; when Paul had occasion to send Some Minister or other to fight against the false Apostles, he spoke it seems to all his brothers and acquaintance, to entreat them to go to Philippi, but he could not get one of them to go; c-crq np1 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2, pns31 vvd pn31 vvz p-acp d po31 n2 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi crd pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
409 what excuse they made we know not, whither they were loth to be at that charge, what excuse they made we know not, whither they were loath to be At that charge, r-crq n1 pns32 vvd pns12 vvb xx, c-crq pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 11
410 or whither they loved their own ease, but Phil. 2. 21. he breaks out into this speech, they all seek their own, or whither they loved their own ease, but Philip 2. 21. he breaks out into this speech, they all seek their own, cc c-crq pns32 vvd po32 d n1, cc-acp np1 crd crd pns31 vvz av p-acp d n1, pns32 d vvb po32 d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
411 and none the things that are Christs: and none the things that Are Christ: cc pix dt n2 cst vbr npg1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
412 Not as Calvin notes upon the place, as though they had no grace or life in them, Not as calvin notes upon the place, as though they had no grace or life in them, xx p-acp np1 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
413 but they were grown marvelous worldly and earthly, and carried away with their lusts, marvelously tender of their profits, seeking their own, but they were grown marvelous worldly and earthly, and carried away with their Lustiest, marvelously tender of their profits, seeking their own, cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn j j cc j, cc vvd av p-acp po32 n2, av-j j pp-f po32 n2, vvg po32 d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
414 and not the things of Christ; and not the things of christ; cc xx dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
415 though Paul told them, it was the cause of Christ required it, yet it was against their profits and ease, he could get none of them to go; though Paul told them, it was the cause of christ required it, yet it was against their profits and ease, he could get none of them to go; cs np1 vvd pno32, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pn31, av pn31 vbds p-acp po32 n2 cc n1, pns31 vmd vvi pix pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
416 so David, that sin of numbring the people, it lay upon his heart nine months, and he came not to repentance; so David, that since of numbering the people, it lay upon his heart nine months, and he Come not to Repentance; av np1, cst n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, pn31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 crd n2, cc pns31 vvd xx p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
417 yet Joab saw this thing, and he used gracious arguments to divert him; he saw plainly that he was transported with some lust or other. yet Joab saw this thing, and he used gracious Arguments to divert him; he saw plainly that he was transported with Some lust or other. av np1 vvd d n1, cc pns31 vvd j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31; pns31 vvd av-j cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1 cc n-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 22 Page 12
418 Fifthly, The child of God may grow to that pass, that the service of God may be a burthen; Fifthly, The child of God may grow to that pass, that the service of God may be a burden; ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
419 'tis true, it cannot be absolutely a burthen to any child of God; it's true, it cannot be absolutely a burden to any child of God; pn31|vbz j, pn31 vmbx vbi av-j dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
420 so the wicked only are absolutely without zeal and affection, they are absolutely wicked and worldly; so the wicked only Are absolutely without zeal and affection, they Are absolutely wicked and worldly; av dt j j vbr av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vbr av-j j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
421 therefore this cannot be absolutely in a child of God; Therefore this cannot be absolutely in a child of God; av d vmbx vbi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
422 yet it may be horribly and grossely, even to be tired and jaded under Gods service, yet it may be horribly and grossly, even to be tired and jaded under God's service, av pn31 vmb vbi av-j cc av-j, av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
423 even to count it a burthen, to cry out with those Mal. 1. what a weariness is it Lord! even to count it a burden, to cry out with those Malachi 1. what a weariness is it Lord! av pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp d np1 crd q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 n1! (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
424 even to be loth to go to prayer, to go to it dully, as a trewant goes to his book; even to be loath to go to prayer, to go to it dully, as a trewant Goes to his book; av pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 av-j, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
425 and when they are at it, to be blockish and without any spirit in it, and when they Are At it, to be blockish and without any Spirit in it, cc c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbi j cc p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
426 and have no life, not so much as to heave up their hearts to the Throne of grace; and have no life, not so much as to heave up their hearts to the Throne of grace; cc vhb dx n1, xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
427 nay, they may think it too long, and wish it were done; and they may think the opportunities to do and receive good come too often; nay, they may think it too long, and wish it were done; and they may think the opportunities to do and receive good come too often; uh-x, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av av-j, cc vvb pn31 vbdr vdn; cc pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 pc-acp vdi cc vvi j vvb av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
428 this is an horrible thing, yet thus it may be; this is an horrible thing, yet thus it may be; d vbz dt j n1, av av pn31 vmb vbi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
429 what was the reason that the Galatians were so open-eared to the false Apostles that came with another Gospel, that separated from the Gospel of Christ? what is the reason that they opened the ear to them, what was the reason that the Galatians were so open-eared to the false Apostles that Come with Another Gospel, that separated from the Gospel of christ? what is the reason that they opened the ear to them, r-crq vbds dt n1 cst dt np1 vbdr av j p-acp dt j n2 cst vvd p-acp j-jn n1, cst vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? q-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
430 and were even poysoned by it? O saith the Apostle, be not weary of well doing, Gal. 6. 9. as who should say, you are weary of well doing; and were even poisoned by it? O Says the Apostle, be not weary of well doing, Gal. 6. 9. as who should say, you Are weary of well doing; cc vbdr av j-vvn p-acp pn31? sy vvz dt n1, vbb xx j pp-f av vdg, np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vbr j pp-f av vdg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
431 you were once affected with the word ▪ and would have plucked out your eyes to do me good; you were once affected with the word ▪ and would have plucked out your eyes to do me good; pn22 vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 ▪ cc vmd vhi vvn av po22 n2 pc-acp vdi pno11 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
432 you were wonderfully wrought upon, and went on in a right manner in some measure; Oh be not weary of well doing; you were wonderfully wrought upon, and went on in a right manner in Some measure; O be not weary of well doing; pn22 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1; uh vbb xx j pp-f av vdg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
433 as who should say, the cause of your yielding is because you were weary of well doing; as who should say, the cause of your yielding is Because you were weary of well doing; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, dt n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg vbz p-acp pn22 vbdr j pp-f av vdg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
434 you seek out for new opinions, and errours, and are ready to receive false doctrines, contrary to the doctrine of Christ; you seek out for new opinions, and errors, and Are ready to receive false doctrines, contrary to the Doctrine of christ; pn22 vvb av p-acp j n2, cc n2, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi j n2, j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
435 therefore, take heed that you be not weary of well doing. Lastly, A child of God may be so dead that nothing can quicken him; Therefore, take heed that you be not weary of well doing. Lastly, A child of God may be so dead that nothing can quicken him; av, vvb n1 cst pn22 vbb xx j pp-f av vdg. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av j cst pix vmb vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 23 Page 12
436 nay, the whole Church of God may be so dead, that the Gospel may be going away, nay, the Whole Church of God may be so dead, that the Gospel may be going away, uh-x, dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av j, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvg av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
437 and God may be ready to depart, and shew signs of his going away from them, and God may be ready to depart, and show Signs of his going away from them, cc np1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi n2 pp-f po31 vvg av p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
438 and yet they may have no heart to humble themselves, and seek the Lord, to be moved and stirred to get more life, and yet they may have no heart to humble themselves, and seek the Lord, to be moved and stirred to get more life, cc av pns32 vmb vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi px32, cc vvi dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi dc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
439 and intreat God to turn away the plague, as God saith, Isa. 59. 16. I wondred there was no Intercessor; and entreat God to turn away the plague, as God Says, Isaiah 59. 16. I wondered there was no Intercessor; cc vvi np1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vvd a-acp vbds dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
440 he sent Prophet after Prophet to tell them that he would take away his Kingdom from them, he sent Prophet After Prophet to tell them that he would take away his Kingdom from them, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst pns31 vmd vvi av po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
441 and scatter them among the Nations; and scatter them among the nations; cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
442 but though he had told them of these things, over and over again, yet there was none to stand in the gap; but though he had told them of these things, over and over again, yet there was none to stand in the gap; cc-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn pno32 pp-f d n2, a-acp cc a-acp av, av a-acp vbds pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
443 he speaks in the general, there was not a man (though otherwise good) that could cry to God in this distress; he speaks in the general, there was not a man (though otherwise good) that could cry to God in this distress; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbds xx dt n1 (cs av j) cst vmd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
444 so that I say, a man may grow to this pass, that nothing can quicken him; so that I say, a man may grow to this pass, that nothing can quicken him; av cst pns11 vvb, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst pix vmb vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
445 all the ordinances of God cannot, nay, though he have many judgements of God upon him, all the ordinances of God cannot, nay, though he have many Judgments of God upon him, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vmbx, uh-x, cs pns31 vhb d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
446 and his conscience lies digging in his side from day to day, yet nothing may work upon him, and his conscience lies digging in his side from day to day, yet nothing may work upon him, cc po31 n1 vvz vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av pix vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
447 unless the Lord be more strangely merciful to his soul; unless the Lord be more strangely merciful to his soul; cs dt n1 vbb av-dc av-j j p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
448 till a whale was provided to swallow up Jonah, there was no bringing of his heart to relent. till a whale was provided to swallow up Jonah, there was no bringing of his heart to relent. c-acp dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp np1, a-acp vbds dx n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 24 Page 12
449 Qu. But you will say, Where is the sign of Gods grace all this while? may a child of God be thus dead? certainly the life of the children of God is eternal; Qu. But you will say, Where is the Signen of God's grace all this while? may a child of God be thus dead? Certainly the life of the children of God is Eternal; n1 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 d d n1? vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb av j? av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 25 Page 12
450 and when God gives his children grace, it continues for ever, it is springing up to eternal life; and when God gives his children grace, it continues for ever, it is springing up to Eternal life; cc c-crq np1 vvz po31 n2 vvi, pn31 vvz p-acp av, pn31 vbz vvg a-acp p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 25 Page 13
451 now if a Saint may be thus dead, where is grace? is he unchilded again? now if a Saint may be thus dead, where is grace? is he unchilded again? av cs dt n1 vmb vbi av j, q-crq vbz n1? vbz pns31 j av? (7) treatise (DIV2) 25 Page 13
452 Ans. I answer, the grace of a child of God can never be taken away, not for any goodness in himself, Ans. I answer, the grace of a child of God can never be taken away, not for any Goodness in himself, np1 pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vbi vvn av, xx p-acp d n1 p-acp px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 26 Page 13
453 but through the goodness of God. but through the Goodness of God. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 26 Page 13
454 For first, there is the seed of God remaining still in him, 1 John 3. 9. a godly man cannot commit sin, saith the Apostle, for the seed of God remaineth in him; For First, there is the seed of God remaining still in him, 1 John 3. 9. a godly man cannot commit since, Says the Apostle, for the seed of God remains in him; p-acp ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg av p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd dt j n1 vmbx vvi n1, vvz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 27 Page 13
455 that is, he cannot commit sin as the wicked commit it, he can never grow to be a wicked man again, to do as the wicked do; that is, he cannot commit since as the wicked commit it, he can never grow to be a wicked man again, to do as the wicked doe; cst vbz, pns31 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp dt j vvi pn31, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1 av, pc-acp vdi p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 27 Page 13
456 why? the seed of God remaineth in him; why? the seed of God remains in him; q-crq? dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 27 Page 13
457 you know seed is a little thing, there is a little thing left still in that man, that shall still difference him from ungodly men, that he cannot commit sin with that fulness of sway as the wicked do; you know seed is a little thing, there is a little thing left still in that man, that shall still difference him from ungodly men, that he cannot commit since with that fullness of sway as the wicked doe; pn22 vvb n1 vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvd av p-acp d n1, cst vmb av n1 pno31 p-acp j n2, cst pns31 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 27 Page 13
458 now by this seed the Scripture means regeneration; now by this seed the Scripture means regeneration; av p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 27 Page 13
459 regeneration is immortal, it is that seed which remaineth for ever, 1 Pet. 1. the last. regeneration is immortal, it is that seed which remains for ever, 1 Pet. 1. the last. n1 vbz j, pn31 vbz cst n1 r-crq vvz p-acp av, crd np1 crd dt ord. (7) treatise (DIV2) 27 Page 13
460 Secondly, As there is a seed of God remaining in him, so there be supernatural habits; Secondly, As there is a seed of God remaining in him, so there be supernatural habits; ord, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno31, av pc-acp vbi j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
461 and the difference between this seed, and these supernatural habits is this; and the difference between this seed, and these supernatural habits is this; cc dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc d j n2 vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
462 this seed is immediately in the soul, though it runs through all the powers of it; this seed is immediately in the soul, though it runs through all the Powers of it; d n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vvz p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
463 but these supernatural habits are immediately in the powers and faculties of the soul; but these supernatural habits Are immediately in the Powers and faculties of the soul; cc-acp d j n2 vbr av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
464 now these habits are such, whereby they have heavenly inclinations to good, and inclinations against evil; now these habits Are such, whereby they have heavenly inclinations to good, and inclinations against evil; av d n2 vbr d, c-crq pns32 vhb j n2 p-acp j, cc n2 p-acp n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
465 and these shall never be quite extinguished, though they be not like to moral and natural habits; and these shall never be quite extinguished, though they be not like to moral and natural habits; cc d vmb av-x vbi av vvn, cs pns32 vbb xx av-j p-acp j cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
466 for they do actually incline but supernatural habits do never actually incline that way, but upon concurrence of special grace; for they do actually incline but supernatural habits do never actually incline that Way, but upon concurrence of special grace; c-acp pns32 vdb av-j vvi p-acp j n2 vdb av-x av-j vvi d n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
467 though they be in the soul yet they do not actually incline but upon concurrence of grace; though they be in the soul yet they do not actually incline but upon concurrence of grace; cs pns32 vbb p-acp dt n1 av pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
468 now these habits can never be taken from a child of God, as David saith, Psal. 37. 24. though the righteous fall, now these habits can never be taken from a child of God, as David Says, Psalm 37. 24. though the righteous fallen, av d n2 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd c-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
469 yet he shall not utterly be cast down; he may fall upon his hands and knees, but he shall not quite fall; yet he shall not utterly be cast down; he may fallen upon his hands and knees, but he shall not quite fallen; av pns31 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn a-acp; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
470 he shall have something or other to moderate and break the fall. he shall have something or other to moderate and break the fallen. pns31 vmb vhi pi cc n-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 28 Page 13
471 Thirdly, A child of God ever hath an anointing, 1 John 2. 27. that is, a gift and grace of God whereby he doth enlighten his eyes by the spirit of revelation, whereby he looks upon God, Thirdly, A child of God ever hath an anointing, 1 John 2. 27. that is, a gift and grace of God whereby he does enlighten his eyes by the Spirit of Revelation, whereby he looks upon God, ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 av vhz dt vvg, crd np1 crd crd cst vbz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns31 vdz vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
472 and all sin and iniquity, and the ordinances of God, with an heavenly eye; now I say, this eye can never be taken away; and all since and iniquity, and the ordinances of God, with an heavenly eye; now I say, this eye can never be taken away; cc d n1 cc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1; av pns11 vvb, d n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
473 let a child of God be at the lowest ebbe, he looks upon sin, and Gods wayes after another fashion then other men; let a child of God be At the lowest ebb, he looks upon since, and God's ways After Another fashion then other men; vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp dt js vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc npg1 n2 p-acp j-jn n1 av j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
474 he looks upon corruption after another manner then any other man; he looks upon corruption After Another manner then any other man; pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n1 cs d j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
475 so he looks upon Gods holiness, and righteousness, and graciousness, he looks upon these so as no natural man doth; so he looks upon God's holiness, and righteousness, and graciousness, he looks upon these so as no natural man does; av pns31 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, cc n1, cc n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d av c-acp dx j n1 vdz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
476 if a man do but talk with him, he will see that he hath anointing at the lowest ebbe; if a man do but talk with him, he will see that he hath anointing At the lowest ebb; cs dt n1 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 vhz vvg p-acp dt js vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
477 he will not talk of the wayes of God as a natural man; he will not talk of the ways of God as a natural man; pns31 vmb xx vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
478 he will discover that he hath something of God, something of this oyntment left in him still. he will discover that he hath something of God, something of this ointment left in him still. pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 vhz pi pp-f np1, pi pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp pno31 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 29 Page 13
479 Fourthly, There is a little strength in his heart, as the Lord saith, Rev. 3. 8. A child of God, take him at the lowest ebbe, Fourthly, There is a little strength in his heart, as the Lord Says, Rev. 3. 8. A child of God, take him At the lowest ebb, ord, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno31 p-acp dt js vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 30 Page 13
480 yet he hath a little strength; yet he hath a little strength; av pns31 vhz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 30 Page 13
481 I speak not here of actual grace, for a child of God may have no actual grace stirring, it may be quite in a swound; I speak not Here of actual grace, for a child of God may have no actual grace stirring, it may be quite in a swoon; pns11 vvb xx av pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi dx j n1 vvg, pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 30 Page 13
482 as David; I hardly think there was any grace stirring in his heart when he lay with Bathsheba; but I speak of the frame of a child of God; as David; I hardly think there was any grace stirring in his heart when he lay with Bathsheba; but I speak of the frame of a child of God; c-acp np1; pns11 av vvb a-acp vbds d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1; cc-acp pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 30 Page 13
483 when he is grown dead in his general bent, frame, and inclination, he hath yet a little strength; when he is grown dead in his general bent, frame, and inclination, he hath yet a little strength; c-crq pns31 vbz vvn j p-acp po31 n1 vvn, n1, cc n1, pns31 vhz av dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 30 Page 13
484 he doth a little fear God, though it be much born down; he hath some good desires, though but weak and in a great measure ineffectual; he does a little Fear God, though it be much born down; he hath Some good Desires, though but weak and in a great measure ineffectual; pns31 vdz dt j n1 np1, cs pn31 vbb d vvn a-acp; pns31 vhz d j n2, cs p-acp j cc p-acp dt j n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 30 Page 13
485 he hath a little endeavour to please God, though the pleasing of his flesh and corruptions be so much, that his grace doth scarcely appear. The first use is this; he hath a little endeavour to please God, though the pleasing of his Flesh and corruptions be so much, that his grace does scarcely appear. The First use is this; pns31 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cs dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc n2 vbb av av-d, cst po31 n1 vdz av-j vvi. dt ord n1 vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 30 Page 13
486 Is it so, that a child of God may thus far grow dead? let us know, this is not to encourage any man in sin, that any man should conclude, Is it so, that a child of God may thus Far grow dead? let us know, this is not to encourage any man in since, that any man should conclude, vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av av-j vvi j? vvb pno12 vvi, d vbz xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, cst d n1 vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 13
487 well then it is no great matter though I sin now and then, and lie and swear now and then; well then it is no great matter though I sin now and then, and lie and swear now and then; av cs pn31 vbz dx j n1 cs pns11 vvb av cc av, cc vvi cc vvi av cc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
488 in many things we offend all, and we are all sinners; in many things we offend all, and we Are all Sinners; p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d, cc pns12 vbr d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
489 the Minister told us to day how dead a man may be, and yet be a child of God for all this; the Minister told us to day how dead a man may be, and yet be a child of God for all this; dt n1 vvd pno12 p-acp n1 c-crq j dt n1 vmb vbi, cc av vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
490 this is a damned use of this doctrine; this is a damned use of this Doctrine; d vbz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
491 there is no doctrine, no example recorded in all the whole Bible, to encourage men to sin; there is no Doctrine, no Exampl recorded in all the Whole bible, to encourage men to since; pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1 vvn p-acp d dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
492 therefore when we look into the lives of Noah, of Abraham, of Lot, &c. and read of their great falls, this is not to encourage any man to sin, Therefore when we look into the lives of Noah, of Abraham, of Lot, etc. and read of their great falls, this is not to encourage any man to since, av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f np1, pp-f n1, av cc vvn pp-f po32 j n2, d vbz xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
493 but rather to stir up a man so much the more to labour against sin; but rather to stir up a man so much the more to labour against since; cc-acp av-c pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 av av-d dt dc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
494 for if the children of God that have his favour, and have got into his covenant, for if the children of God that have his favour, and have god into his Covenant, c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vhb po31 n1, cc vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
495 and have got power in grace, and have traded in Religion, and have waded far in mortification and newness of life, and have god power in grace, and have traded in Religion, and have waded Far in mortification and newness of life, cc vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc vhb vvn p-acp n1, cc vhb vvn av-j p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
496 and have gone many degrees towards Gods Kingdom; and have gone many Degrees towards God's Kingdom; cc vhb vvn d n2 p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
497 if these men give way never so little, may be dead, if sin may get dominion over these; if these men give Way never so little, may be dead, if since may get dominion over these; cs d n2 vvb n1 av-x av j, vmb vbi j, cs n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
498 how should others quake and tremble, and reason thus, Did David and Peter fall? how then shall I stand? how careful should I be? David had a thousand times more grace then I, how should Others quake and tremble, and reason thus, Did David and Peter fallen? how then shall I stand? how careful should I be? David had a thousand times more grace then I, q-crq vmd ng2-jn vvi cc vvi, cc n1 av, vdd np1 cc np1 vvi? uh-crq av vmb pns11 vvi? q-crq j vmd pns11 vbi? np1 vhd dt crd n2 av-dc n1 cs pns11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
499 and was more mortified then I, and had a better heart then I; if he were so weak to overcome sin, when he had given way to it; and was more mortified then I, and had a better heart then I; if he were so weak to overcome since, when he had given Way to it; cc vbds av-dc vvn cs pns11, cc vhd dt jc n1 cs pns11; cs pns31 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi n1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
500 if he could not preserve his affections from being deaded; and if he could not preserve his soul from being a block in Gods service; if he could not preserve his affections from being deadened; and if he could not preserve his soul from being a block in God's service; cs pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp vbg vvn; cc cs pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
501 if he had so many advantages beyond me, and yet giving way to idleness and drowsiness, were born down in that fashion; if he had so many advantages beyond me, and yet giving Way to idleness and drowsiness, were born down in that fashion; cs pns31 vhd av d n2 p-acp pno11, cc av vvg n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
502 oh how should I take heed then? o how should I take heed then? uh q-crq vmd pns11 vvi n1 av? (7) treatise (DIV2) 31 Page 14
503 Secondly, If a child of God may be thus dead, then let the best of Gods Saints and children that are now most zealous and lively, take heed; Secondly, If a child of God may be thus dead, then let the best of God's Saints and children that Are now most zealous and lively, take heed; ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av j, av vvb dt js pp-f ng1 n2 cc n2 cst vbr av av-ds j cc j, vvb n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
504 let them follow hard after the mark, let them stand upon their guard, let them fight against idleness and drowsiness of spirit, let them not be carnally confident to trust in their own hearts; let them follow hard After the mark, let them stand upon their guard, let them fight against idleness and drowsiness of Spirit, let them not be carnally confident to trust in their own hearts; vvb pno32 vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n1, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno32 xx vbi av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
505 take heed, thou knowest not how thy heavenly father may deal with thee; take heed, thou Knowest not how thy heavenly father may deal with thee; vvb n1, pns21 vv2 xx c-crq po21 j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
506 for this is certain, no child of God can get up again (though he had the most grace that ever man had, besides the Lord Jesus Christ, for this is certain, no child of God can get up again (though he had the most grace that ever man had, beside the Lord jesus christ, p-acp d vbz j, dx n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi a-acp av (cs pns31 vhd dt av-ds n1 cst av n1 vhd, p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
507 if he give way to sin) except the Lord help him; we are like to a little babe; if he give Way to since) except the Lord help him; we Are like to a little babe; cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp n1) c-acp dt n1 vvb pno31; pns12 vbr av-j p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
508 if it falls, there it lies till the parent help it up; if it falls, there it lies till the parent help it up; cs pn31 vvz, a-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvb pn31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
509 so when a child of God falls, there he lieth in woful distress all this while, so when a child of God falls, there he lies in woeful distress all this while, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, a-acp pns31 vvz p-acp j n1 d d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
510 and cannot get up for his life; and cannot get up for his life; cc vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
511 and if he had a thousand souls, and they were all to be damned, he could not save one of them, and if he had a thousand Souls, and they were all to be damned, he could not save one of them, cc cs pns31 vhd dt crd n2, cc pns32 vbdr d pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vmd xx vvi crd pp-f pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
512 unless God assist him, Lam. 5. 21. turn us O Lord, and we shall be turned; unless God assist him, Lam. 5. 21. turn us O Lord, and we shall be turned; cs np1 vvb pno31, np1 crd crd vvi pno12 sy n1, cc pns12 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
513 therefore art thou never so full of life? take heed, despise not prophesying, despise not preaching, despise not prayer, despise not any ordinance of God, despise none of these things, never grow secure; Therefore art thou never so full of life? take heed, despise not prophesying, despise not preaching, despise not prayer, despise not any Ordinance of God, despise none of these things, never grow secure; av vb2r pns21 av-x av j pp-f n1? vvb n1, vvb xx vvg, vvb xx vvg, vvb xx n1, vvb xx d n1 pp-f np1, vvb pix pp-f d n2, av-x vvb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
514 if thou dost, woe unto thee; if thou dost, woe unto thee; cs pns21 vd2, uh-n p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
515 may be God will help thee up again, but who can tell? the covenant of grace is certain for nothing but for eternal life; may be God will help thee up again, but who can tell? the Covenant of grace is certain for nothing but for Eternal life; vmb vbi np1 vmb vvi pno21 a-acp av, cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
516 if a man take heed, and stand upon his watch, he may the better build upon God, that he shall not fall, Pro. 28. 4. therefore take heed that you pass the time of your so journing here in fear, 1 Pet. 1. 17. and having these promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of flesh and spirit, &c. 2 Cor. 7. 1. as who should say, let us labour to have this holy fear in our heart, ever to consider how weak and impotent we are; if a man take heed, and stand upon his watch, he may the better built upon God, that he shall not fallen, Pro 28. 4. Therefore take heed that you pass the time of your so journeying Here in Fear, 1 Pet. 1. 17. and having these promises, let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, etc. 2 Cor. 7. 1. as who should say, let us labour to have this holy Fear in our heart, ever to Consider how weak and impotent we Are; cs dt n1 vvb n1, cc vvb p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb dt av-jc vvi p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi, np1 crd crd av vvb n1 cst pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 av vvg av p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd cc vhg d n2, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av crd np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vhi d j n1 p-acp po12 n1, av pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc j pns12 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
517 if we grow drowsie and careless at any time, we give advantage to the Divel; we let him in, and God knows when we shall get him out again; if we grow drowsy and careless At any time, we give advantage to the devil; we let him in, and God knows when we shall get him out again; cs pns12 vvb j cc j p-acp d n1, pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1; pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp, cc np1 vvz c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pno31 av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
518 therefore let this work fear and trembling. Thirdly, This may be for comfort to those people of God, that have been foolish, Therefore let this work Fear and trembling. Thirdly, This may be for Comfort to those people of God, that have been foolish, av vvb d n1 n1 cc j-vvg. ord, d vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, cst vhb vbn j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 32 Page 14
519 and have deceived their own souls, and have given way to Satan, and let in this cruel and damned enemy that hath done a world of mischief, that they are now come to despair almost; and have deceived their own Souls, and have given Way to Satan, and let in this cruel and damned enemy that hath done a world of mischief, that they Are now come to despair almost; cc vhb vvn po32 d n2, cc vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp d j cc j-vvn n1 cst vhz vdn dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 14
520 they are afraid they shall never get up again; never were any of Gods servants so dead and dull as I am; they Are afraid they shall never get up again; never were any of God's Servants so dead and dull as I am; pns32 vbr j pns32 vmb av-x vvi a-acp av; av-x vbdr d pp-f npg1 n2 av j cc j c-acp pns11 vbm; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 14
521 Gods children can never be thus; God's children can never be thus; npg1 n2 vmb av-x vbi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 14
522 I say, is there such a one among you? let this doctrine be a thred let down from heaven to help him up again; I say, is there such a one among you? let this Doctrine be a thread let down from heaven to help him up again; pns11 vvb, vbz pc-acp d dt pi p-acp pn22? vvb d n1 vbb dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 14
523 as the Apostle saith, all things are written for our learning, Rom. 15. 4. so these Scriptures that speak of the falls of Gods Saints, are written for such peoples learning, that they may take comfort in the Scriptures, that they may not be altogether out of heart, as the Apostle Says, all things Are written for our learning, Rom. 15. 4. so these Scriptures that speak of the falls of God's Saints, Are written for such peoples learning, that they may take Comfort in the Scriptures, that they may not be altogether out of heart, c-acp dt n1 vvz, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd crd av d n2 cst vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, vbr vvn p-acp d ng1 n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi av av pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
524 but have something to lay hold on; but have something to lay hold on; p-acp vhi pi pc-acp vvi vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
525 as Paul speaks of his sins of being a persecutor, and a blasphemer, he saith, it is recorded, that I afterwards may be an help to them that shall believe; as Paul speaks of his Sins of being a persecutor, and a blasphemer, he Says, it is recorded, that I afterwards may be an help to them that shall believe; c-acp np1 vvz pp-f po31 n2 pp-f vbg dt n1, cc dt n1, pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns11 av vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
526 and as the sins of Gods elect before conversion are recorded, that this may be a means to perswade Gods elected (not yet converted) that they may find grace, and as the Sins of God's elect before conversion Are recorded, that this may be a means to persuade God's elected (not yet converted) that they may find grace, cc c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp n1 vbr vvn, cst d vmb vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi n2 vvn (xx av vvn) cst pns32 vmb vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
527 though they be never so vile sinners; for God hath left a pattern and pledge, he hath been merciful to hainous sinners; though they be never so vile Sinners; for God hath left a pattern and pledge, he hath been merciful to heinous Sinners; cs pns32 vbb av-x av j n2; p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1, pns31 vhz vbn j p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
528 so the fall of Gods Saints and children after conversion, are recorded to this end; so the fallen of God's Saints and children After conversion, Are recorded to this end; av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, vbr vvn p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
529 and I can tell you in time of temptation, when conscience shall be awakned, and the wrath of God shall stick in a mans soul, a man cannot spare any one sweet proposition in Scripture, and I can tell you in time of temptation, when conscience shall be awakened, and the wrath of God shall stick in a men soul, a man cannot spare any one sweet proposition in Scripture, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, dt n1 vmbx vvi d crd j n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
530 nor any one example in Scripture, nor •ny tittle of comfort; nor any one Exampl in Scripture, nor •ny tittle of Comfort; ccx d crd n1 p-acp n1, ccx j n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
531 it will be little enough to bear up the soul from despair and from being overwhelmed; it will be little enough to bear up the soul from despair and from being overwhelmed; pn31 vmb vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp vbg vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
532 all will be little enough to assure the soul of Gods favour, and that he can and will pardon such transgressors; all will be little enough to assure the soul of God's favour, and that he can and will pardon such transgressors; d vmb vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc cst pns31 vmb cc vmb vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
533 therefore I say look upon this doctrine, it is for those that are dejected with their dead hearts, that they may yet receive some comfort to their souls. Therefore I say look upon this Doctrine, it is for those that Are dejected with their dead hearts, that they may yet receive Some Comfort to their Souls. av pns11 vvb vvb p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp d cst vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2, cst pns32 vmb av vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 33 Page 15
534 The last day I shewed you how far forth a child of God might be dead; The last day I showed you how Far forth a child of God might be dead; dt ord n1 pns11 vvd pn22 c-crq av-j av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 34 Page 15
535 but some may say, I cannot believe a child of God may come to this; and thou art confident thou shall not come to this; but Some may say, I cannot believe a child of God may come to this; and thou art confident thou shall not come to this; p-acp d vmb vvi, pns11 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp d; cc pns21 vb2r j pns21 vmb xx vvi p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 34 Page 15
536 therefore I will speak a little further of it. Therefore I will speak a little further of it. av pns11 vmb vvi dt j av-jc pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 34 Page 15
537 And first, Let me tell you, there is not the sowlest, haynousest, abominablest, the most notorious, scandalous sin in the world, And First, Let me tell you, there is not the sowlest, haynousest, abominablest, the most notorious, scandalous since in the world, cc ord, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pc-acp vbz xx dt js, js, js, dt av-ds j, j n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 35 Page 15
538 but the most devout, godly mortified man upon the face of the earth may fall into it, but the most devout, godly mortified man upon the face of the earth may fallen into it, cc-acp dt av-ds j, j j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 35 Page 15
539 if he take not heed, (except the sin against the holy Ghost) I will instance in some particulars. First, For Idolatry, gross Idolatry; if he take not heed, (except the since against the holy Ghost) I will instance in Some particulars. First, For Idolatry, gross Idolatry; cs pns31 vvb xx n1, (c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1) pns11 vmb n1 p-acp d n2-j. ord, c-acp n1, j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 35 Page 15
540 will you think that ever a child of God, that believes in his name, and is acquainted with his word, will you think that ever a child of God, that believes in his name, and is acquainted with his word, vmb pn22 vvi cst av dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
541 and his goodness and mercy, and his jealousie against this sin and iniquity, should fall into it, should fall down and worship a stock, a stone, a creature? you will never believe it; and his Goodness and mercy, and his jealousy against this since and iniquity, should fallen into it, should fallen down and worship a stock, a stone, a creature? you will never believe it; cc po31 n1 cc n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, vmd vvi p-acp pn31, vmd vvi a-acp cc vvi dt n1, dt n1, dt n1? pn22 vmb av-x vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
542 yet you shall see the wisest man that ever was, and one that was beloved of God, did fall into this sin in a great degree, 1 Kings 11. 4, Solomons wives drew his heart away from God; yet you shall see the Wisest man that ever was, and one that was Beloved of God, did fallen into this since in a great degree, 1 Kings 11. 4, Solomons wives drew his heart away from God; av pn22 vmb vvi dt js n1 cst av vbds, cc pi cst vbds vvn pp-f np1, vdd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1, crd n2 crd crd, np1 n2 vvd po31 n1 av p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
543 they drew away his heart from God in an high degree; they drew away his heart from God in an high degree; pns32 vvd av po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
544 and they did not nakedly draw away his heart from God, but they drew his heart after other gods. and they did not nakedly draw away his heart from God, but they drew his heart After other God's. cc pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi av po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vvd po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
545 If a man should say, I hope I shall never fall into this sin; I say let us hope so still, and go on in using the means; If a man should say, I hope I shall never fallen into this since; I say let us hope so still, and go on in using the means; cs dt n1 vmd vvi, pns11 vvb pns11 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1; pns11 vvb vvb pno12 vvi av av, cc vvb a-acp p-acp vvg dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
546 if we be so confident, let us take heed that none of us come to bowe to the creature; if we be so confident, let us take heed that none of us come to bow to the creature; cs pns12 vbb av j, vvb pno12 vvi n1 cst pix pp-f pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
547 let our own hating and abominating of it, be a watch-word to us to take heed. let our own hating and abominating of it, be a watchword to us to take heed. vvb po12 d vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31, vbb dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 36 Page 15
548 Secondly, What say you to apostacy? nay, almost totall apostacy, that a child of God should grow to be an apostate, which of you would think it; Secondly, What say you to apostasy? nay, almost total apostasy, that a child of God should grow to be an apostate, which of you would think it; ord, q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp n1? uh-x, av j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1, r-crq pp-f pn22 vmd vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 37 Page 15
549 that he should come to curse and bann himself, if ever he knew Jesus Christ, that he should come to curse and ban himself, if ever he knew jesus christ, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31, cs av pns31 vvd np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 37 Page 15
550 or loved him, or ever did countenance him? yet you may see a child of God ▪ and a notable one too, fell in this fashion; or loved him, or ever did countenance him? yet you may see a child of God ▪ and a notable one too, fell in this fashion; cc vvd pno31, cc av vdd vvi pno31? av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 ▪ cc dt j pi av, vvd p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 37 Page 15
551 Peter, he did curse and ban himself, that he never knew the man, Mark 14. 71. this is very far. Peter, he did curse and ban himself, that he never knew the man, Mark 14. 71. this is very Far. np1, pns31 vdd vvi cc vvi px31, cst pns31 av-x vvd dt n1, vvb crd crd d vbz av av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 37 Page 15
552 Thirdly, What say you to persecution? to persecute a man that is godly; Thirdly, What say you to persecution? to persecute a man that is godly; ord, q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp n1? pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 15
553 dost think that a man that hath the image of God in him, that hath the knowledge of the Scripture, that hath the fear of God before his eyes, dost think that a man that hath the image of God in him, that hath the knowledge of the Scripture, that hath the Fear of God before his eyes, vd2 vvi cst dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cst vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 15
554 and a sympathy with all the Saints of God in the world, that this man should ever persecute one that is godly, and a Sympathy with all the Saints of God in the world, that this man should ever persecute one that is godly, cc dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cst d n1 vmd av vvi pi cst vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 15
555 and for his godliness too? would you think this? yet directly thus it is; and for his godliness too? would you think this? yet directly thus it is; cc p-acp po31 n1 av? vmd pn22 vvi d? av av-j av pn31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 15
556 Asa, a godly man, for a fit, as long as the time lasted, when the Prophet reproved him for his sins, Asa, a godly man, for a fit, as long as the time lasted, when the Prophet reproved him for his Sins, np1, dt j n1, p-acp dt j, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvd, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 15
557 and dealt roundly with him, what was this but gracious dealing? yet the man did not only not submit to the Prophets reproof, and dealt roundly with him, what was this but gracious dealing? yet the man did not only not submit to the prophets reproof, cc vvd av p-acp pno31, r-crq vbds d p-acp j n-vvg? av dt n1 vdd xx j xx vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 15
558 but hi• very heart rose up against him, and he cast him into prison, he was a persecutor of him 2 Chro. 16. 10. in one word, what enormous flagitious sin in the world is there, but hi• very heart rose up against him, and he cast him into prison, he was a persecutor of him 2 Chro 16. 10. in one word, what enormous flagitious since in the world is there, cc-acp n1 j n1 vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f pno31 crd np1 crd crd p-acp crd n1, r-crq j j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
559 but a child of God (if he look not to himself) may actually fall into (but the sin unto death?) Noah a Preacher of righteousness, the holiest man upon the earth, the world had not his fellow, but a child of God (if he look not to himself) may actually fallen into (but the since unto death?) Noah a Preacher of righteousness, the Holiest man upon the earth, the world had not his fellow, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp px31) vmb av-j vvi p-acp (p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1?) np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vhd xx po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
560 yet he fell to be once drunk; yet he fell to be once drunk; av pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi a-acp vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
561 David a man after Gods own heart, a man of admirable experience, a man that traded as far in mortification, in holiness and righteousness, David a man After God's own heart, a man of admirable experience, a man that traded as Far in mortification, in holiness and righteousness, np1 dt n1 p-acp n2 d n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 cst vvn a-acp av-j p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
562 and walking with God, and acquaintance with him and his Laws and promises as ever any Saint in the Old Testament; and walking with God, and acquaintance with him and his Laws and promises as ever any Saint in the Old Testament; cc vvg p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp pno31 cc po31 n2 cc n2 c-acp av d n1 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
563 yet he fell into the sin of murther and adultery, yea, to make a man drunk, yet he fell into the since of murder and adultery, yea, to make a man drunk, av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, uh, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
564 and that otherwise a good man too, one of the worthiest of all the Kingdom; and that otherwise a good man too, one of the Worthiest of all the Kingdom; cc cst av dt j n1 av, crd pp-f dt js pp-f d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
565 you see this is clear, there is no sin so desperate (the sin against the holy Ghost excepted) but a child of God may fall into it; you see this is clear, there is no since so desperate (the since against the holy Ghost excepted) but a child of God may fallen into it; pn22 vvb d vbz j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j (dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvn) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
566 therefore he had not need to be carnally confident. Therefore he had not need to be carnally confident. av pns31 vhd xx n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 38 Page 16
567 Secondly, When a child of God hath fallen thus into some sowl sin, he may be much hardened, wofully deaded and benummed, Secondly, When a child of God hath fallen thus into Some sowl since, he may be much hardened, woefully deadened and benumbed, ord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn av p-acp d zz n1, pns31 vmb vbi av-d vvn, av-j vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
568 and grow blockish and untoward to call upon God, and go on in any of his waies, become marvelously unfitted and indisposed to the use of Gods ordinances; and grow blockish and untoward to call upon God, and go on in any of his ways, become marvelously unfitted and indisposed to the use of God's ordinances; cc vvb j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp d pp-f po31 n2, vvb av-j j cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
569 nay, he may be grown to that pass that he should never rise up more, nay, he may be grown to that pass that he should never rise up more, uh-x, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmd av-x vvi a-acp av-dc, (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
570 but that for the infinite goodness of God that doth bring him again home, and lift him up again by renewing his faith, and his repentance; but that for the infinite Goodness of God that does bring him again home, and lift him up again by renewing his faith, and his Repentance; cc-acp cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cst vdz vvi pno31 av av-an, cc vvi pno31 a-acp av p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
571 you may see when Jehoshaphat had struck with Ahab, and helped the ungodly, and loved him that hated the Lord, you may see when Jehoshaphat had struck with Ahab, and helped the ungodly, and loved him that hated the Lord, pn22 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1, cc vvd dt j, cc vvd pno31 cst vvd dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
572 though he were smitten in the field, and were like to have lost his life, though he were smitten in the field, and were like to have lost his life, cs pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vbdr j pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
573 and saw what danger he was in for joyning with Ahab, yet all this did not humble him; and saw what danger he was in for joining with Ahab, yet all this did not humble him; cc vvd r-crq n1 pns31 vbds p-acp p-acp vvg p-acp np1, av d d vdd xx vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
574 the Lord sent after him by hue and cry, rousing up his conscience by his Prophets; the Lord sent After him by hue and cry, rousing up his conscience by his prophets; dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, j-vvg a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
575 if he had not done thus, God knows how long he might have lain thus; if he had not done thus, God knows how long he might have lain thus; cs pns31 vhd xx vdn av, np1 vvz c-crq av-j pns31 vmd vhi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
576 so David he found a deadness in all goodness, when he had committed those foul sins, he found no working of Gods blessed spirit, his own spirit grew dull, his own heart grew dead, he was as if he had never known what grace meant; so David he found a deadness in all Goodness, when he had committed those foul Sins, he found no working of God's blessed Spirit, his own Spirit grew dull, his own heart grew dead, he was as if he had never known what grace meant; av np1 pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d j n2, pns31 vvd dx n-vvg pp-f npg1 j-vvn n1, po31 d n1 vvd j, po31 d n1 vvd j, pns31 vbds c-acp cs pns31 vhd av-x vvn r-crq n1 vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
577 create in me O Lord a new heart, Psal. 51. 10. his sin was like to a sweeping rain that leaves nothing; create in me Oh Lord a new heart, Psalm 51. 10. his since was like to a sweeping rain that leaves nothing; vvb p-acp pno11 uh n1 dt j n1, np1 crd crd po31 n1 vbds av-j p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cst vvz pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
578 like to a consumption that wastes all; it was even like a Thief, that breaks into a mans ware-house in the night, like to a consumption that wastes all; it was even like a Thief, that breaks into a men warehouse in the night, av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vvz d; pn31 vbds av av-j dt n1, cst vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
579 and a man knows not what he hath lost, till he casts up his accounts, and then he seeth he hath lost almost all his estate; and a man knows not what he hath lost, till he Cast up his accounts, and then he sees he hath lost almost all his estate; cc dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n2, cc av pns31 vvz pns31 vhz vvn av d po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
580 so it is with the best of Gods servants; so it is with the best of God's Servants; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt js pp-f ng1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
581 if they give way to sin, contrary to evangelical obedience, God knows what a Thief they let into their soul; if they give Way to since, contrary to Evangelical Obedience, God knows what a Thief they let into their soul; cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp n1, j-jn p-acp j n1, np1 vvz r-crq dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
582 they know not what they have lost, till God give them an heart to cast up their accounts, they know not what they have lost, till God give them an heart to cast up their accounts, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, c-acp np1 vvb pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
583 and then they may see that they have lost almost all that they have; who knows what God may do? it is a fearful thing; and then they may see that they have lost almost all that they have; who knows what God may do? it is a fearful thing; cc av pns32 vmb vvi cst pns32 vhb vvn av d cst pns32 vhb; r-crq vvz r-crq n1 vmb vdi? pn31 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
584 you see a child of God may not only fall into foul and fearful sins, but he may lie in them. you see a child of God may not only fallen into foul and fearful Sins, but he may lie in them. pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx av-j vvi p-acp j cc j n2, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 39 Page 16
585 Then Thirdly, To go further, when a child of God is come hither, then you will say, certainly this man must rise up again quickly, grace will not let him lie dead; Then Thirdly, To go further, when a child of God is come hither, then you will say, Certainly this man must rise up again quickly, grace will not let him lie dead; av ord, pc-acp vvi av-jc, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av, cs pn22 vmb vvi, av-j d n1 vmb vvi a-acp av av-j, n1 vmb xx vvi pno31 vvi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
586 'tis true, God will not for ever let him lie dead; but for how long he shall lie dead, no man nor Angel can t•ll; it's true, God will not for ever let him lie dead; but for how long he shall lie dead, no man nor Angel can t•ll; pn31|vbz j, np1 vmb xx c-acp av vvb pno31 vvi j; cc-acp p-acp q-crq av-j pns31 vmb vvi j, dx n1 ccx n1 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
587 as the Church speaks concerning her misery, there is never a Prophet, never an ordinance of God, all is gone to wrack, and there is none among us can tell us how long, Psal. 74. 9. so when a man hath fallen into sin, as the Church speaks Concerning her misery, there is never a Prophet, never an Ordinance of God, all is gone to wrack, and there is none among us can tell us how long, Psalm 74. 9. so when a man hath fallen into since, c-acp dt n1 vvz vvg po31 n1, a-acp vbz av-x dt n1, av-x dt n1 pp-f np1, d vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno12 vmb vvi pno12 c-crq j, np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
588 and hath pulled distempers into his soul, there is none among us can tell us how long; and hath pulled distempers into his soul, there is none among us can tell us how long; cc vhz vvn n2 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno12 vmb vvi pno12 c-crq j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
589 'tis true, Peter got up again within a few hours; but David got not up again till after ten months; it's true, Peter god up again within a few hours; but David god not up again till After ten months; pn31|vbz j, np1 vvn a-acp av p-acp dt d n2; cc-acp np1 vvd xx a-acp av c-acp p-acp crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
590 and may be another not till after ten years, may be twenty, forty, nay, who can tell how long? grace is free; and may be Another not till After ten Years, may be twenty, forty, nay, who can tell how long? grace is free; cc vmb vbi j-jn xx c-acp p-acp crd n2, vmb vbi crd, crd, uh-x, q-crq vmb vvi c-crq av-j? n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
591 therefore no man can prescribe any time, the wind blows where it listeth, and how long it listeth, Therefore no man can prescribe any time, the wind blows where it lists, and how long it lists, av dx n1 vmb vvi d n1, dt n1 vvz c-crq pn31 vvz, cc c-crq av-j pn31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
592 and how long it will be ere it blow again who knoweth? and how long it will be ere it blow again who Knoweth? cc c-crq av-j pn31 vmb vbb p-acp pn31 vvb av r-crq vvz? (7) treatise (DIV2) 40 Page 16
593 The Reasons of th•, first in regard of Satan, he fights most of all against the children of God, his •ingers itch to be at them, and at them most; The Reasons of th•, First in regard of Satan, he fights most of all against the children of God, his •ingers itch to be At them, and At them most; dt n2 pp-f n1, ord p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz ds pp-f d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, po31 n2 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32 av-ds; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
594 his greatest spight is against them, the very bowels of the enmity is between him and them; his greatest spite is against them, the very bowels of the enmity is between him and them; png31 js n1 vbz p-acp pno32, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno31 cc pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
595 the children of God come to take his place that he once had in heaven; the children of God come to take his place that he once had in heaven; dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cst pns31 a-acp vhd p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
596 the children of God are set up against Satan, as David was put in the room of Saul; therefore I say, all the strength of hell is still a working against the Church of God, the children of God Are Set up against Satan, as David was put in the room of Saul; Therefore I say, all the strength of hell is still a working against the Church of God, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av pns11 vvb, d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av dt n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
597 and the Saints of God, and every one of them, from that very moment that the woman was delivered of a man child, he sought to destroy it: and the Saints of God, and every one of them, from that very moment that the woman was Delivered of a man child, he sought to destroy it: cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d crd pp-f pno32, p-acp cst j n1 cst dt n1 vbds vvn pp-f dt n1 n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
598 Simon, Simon, (saith Christ) Satan desires to winnow thee, &c. Luk• 22 31. he is the god of this world, Simon, Simon, (Says christ) Satan Desires to winnow thee, etc. Luk• 22 31. he is the god of this world, np1, np1, (vvz np1) np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno21, av np1 crd crd pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
599 and his temptations are welcome enough with any body but the children of God; none resist his dominion but they; and his temptations Are welcome enough with any body but the children of God; none resist his dominion but they; cc po31 n2 vbr j-jn d p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; pix vvb po31 n1 cc-acp pns32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
600 he is the Gaoler, and hath all the world in close prison, but only them; he is the Gaoler, and hath all the world in close prison, but only them; pns31 vbz dt n1, cc vhz d dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc-acp av-j pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
601 they are the only ones that have broken loose, that have gotten away out of the power of Satan; they Are the only ones that have broken lose, that have got away out of the power of Satan; pns32 vbr dt j pi2 cst vhb vvn j, cst vhb vvn av av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
602 therefore all his malice, and all the gates of he•l, they are up to send hue and cry after them, to hook them in again if they can; Therefore all his malice, and all the gates of he•l, they Are up to send hue and cry After them, to hook them in again if they can; av d po31 n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp av cs pns32 vmb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
603 he is •ust like a Pyrate; a Pyrate will rather set upon one rich ship, then upon a thousand beggarly barks, he is •ust like a Pyrate; a Pyrate will rather Set upon one rich ship, then upon a thousand beggarly barks, pns31 vbz av av-j dt n1; dt n1 vmb av-c vvi p-acp crd j n1, av p-acp dt crd j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
604 because there he may have a rich prize; Because there he may have a rich prize; c-acp a-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
605 so the Divel knows he can advantage his Kingdom, if but on• fall that is a Saint, more then by the falls and the notoriouse•t falls of millions of others; so the devil knows he can advantage his Kingdom, if but on• fallen that is a Saint, more then by the falls and the notoriouse•t falls of millions of Others; av dt n1 vvz pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cs p-acp n1 vvi cst vbz dt n1, av-dc cs p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1 vvz pp-f crd pp-f n2-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
606 therefore no wonder that a child of God should grow remiss and carele•s at any time, that he may have a mischief; Therefore no wonder that a child of God should grow remiss and carele•s At any time, that he may have a mischief; av dx n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi j cc j p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vhi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
607 for it is all the Divels business, he hath nothing else to do but do mischief, to be busie to get a child of God down, for it is all the Devils business, he hath nothing Else to do but doe mischief, to be busy to get a child of God down, p-acp pn31 vbz d dt ng1 n1, pns31 vhz pix av pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
608 and if he have him down, to hold him down if he can. Secondly, Another reason is ▪ in regard of the children of God themselves; and if he have him down, to hold him down if he can. Secondly, another reason is ▪ in regard of the children of God themselves; cc cs pns31 vhb pno31 a-acp, pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp cs pns31 vmb. ord, j-jn n1 vbz ▪ p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 41 Page 17
609 they carry flesh about them as well as other men, they have a Traitor in their own bosomes, that li•s in scout every moment to work them woe; they carry Flesh about them as well as other men, they have a Traitor in their own bosoms, that li•s in scout every moment to work them woe; pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pno32 c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp po32 d n2, cst vvz p-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
610 as Paul saith, I find another law in my members, &c. Rom. 7. 23. though a child of God hath wounded all his lusts, as Paul Says, I find Another law in my members, etc. Rom. 7. 23. though a child of God hath wounded all his Lustiest, c-acp np1 vvz, pns11 vvb j-jn n1 p-acp po11 n2, av np1 crd crd c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
611 nay, though he hath given them their deaths wound, yet there is never a one but may revive and make head again, nay, though he hath given them their death's wound, yet there is never a one but may revive and make head again, uh-x, cs pns31 vhz vvn pno32 po32 ng1 n1, av pc-acp vbz av-x dt pi cc-acp vmb vvi cc vvi n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
612 if he take not heed, and that in a woful degree; if he take not heed, and that in a woeful degree; cs pns31 vvb xx n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
613 as the Lord saith of the Caldeans, Jer. 37. (I quote it only for a similitude) ver. 10. though you had smitten all the whole army of the Caldeans, yet they shall come and fire the City; as the Lord Says of the Chaldaeans, Jer. 37. (I quote it only for a similitude) for. 10. though you had smitten all the Whole army of the Chaldaeans, yet they shall come and fire the city; c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt njp2, np1 crd (pns11 vvb pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1) p-acp. crd c-acp pn22 vhd vvn d dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njp2, av pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
614 when Judah had provoked God, though they had wounded all the Caldeans, yet those wounded men should come and fire the City; when Judah had provoked God, though they had wounded all the Chaldaeans, yet those wounded men should come and fire the city; c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1, cs pns32 vhd vvn d dt njp2, av d j-vvn n2 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
615 so let a man take heed he doth not give way to sin; so let a man take heed he does not give Way to since; av vvb dt n1 vvb n1 pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
616 for though his lusts be mortified, and he hath given them their deaths wound, yet these wounded Caldeans may come and fire all his soul, if he take not heed. for though his Lustiest be mortified, and he hath given them their death's wound, yet these wounded Chaldaeans may come and fire all his soul, if he take not heed. c-acp cs po31 n2 vbb vvn, cc pns31 vhz vvn pno32 po32 ng1 n1, av d j-vvn njp2 vmb vvi cc vvi d po31 n1, cs pns31 vvb xx n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 42 Page 17
617 Thirdly, In regard of God himself; Thirdly, In regard of God himself; ord, p-acp n1 pp-f np1 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
618 God is pleased to try his people, to withdraw himself now and then from them, to leave them to themselves, God is pleased to try his people, to withdraw himself now and then from them, to leave them to themselves, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp vvb px31 av cc av p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
619 and the grace they have received; to let them alone with that; and when he doth thus, no wonder though they fall; and the grace they have received; to let them alone with that; and when he does thus, no wonder though they fallen; cc dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn; pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp d; cc c-crq pns31 vdz av, dx n1 cs pns32 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
620 for every man hath some vileness and rottenness in his heart; the wholest simplest heart in the world hath a deal of rottenness in it; for every man hath Some vileness and rottenness in his heart; the wholest simplest heart in the world hath a deal of rottenness in it; p-acp d n1 vhz d n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1; dt vvb js n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
621 I say, the Lord doth sometim•s leave his children to themselves, as he did Hezekiah in the business of the Ambassadors, 2 Chro. 32. 31. as the Church saith, Cant. 5 6. my beloved had withdrawn himself; I say, the Lord does sometim•s leave his children to themselves, as he did Hezekiah in the business of the ambassadors, 2 Chro 32. 31. as the Church Says, Cant 5 6. my Beloved had withdrawn himself; pns11 vvb, dt n1 vdz av vvi po31 n2 p-acp px32, c-acp pns31 vdd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd po11 n-vvn vhd vvn px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
622 the lovingest mothers may sometimes let their little child go alone, though they know he will fall; the Lovingest mother's may sometime let their little child go alone, though they know he will fallen; dt js-vvg ng1 vmb av vvi po32 j n1 vvi av-j, cs pns32 vvb pns31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
623 they provide may be a rouler about his head that whither they fall backward or forward, they provide may be a rouler about his head that whither they fallen backward or forward, pns32 vvb vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst c-crq pns32 vvb av-j cc av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
624 or any way, they may not break their skull, and do themselves a mischief, to undo themselves; or any Way, they may not break their skull, and do themselves a mischief, to undo themselves; cc d n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n1, cc vdb px32 dt n1, pc-acp vvi px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
625 but when they have done thus, they will sometimes leave them to themselves to go, though they know they will fall; but when they have done thus, they will sometime leave them to themselves to go, though they know they will fallen; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhb vdn av, pns32 vmb av vvi pno32 p-acp px32 pc-acp vvi, cs pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
626 so the Lord doth put a rouler upon his people, that when they fall, they may not fall totally and finally, as the wicked men do; so the Lord does put a rouler upon his people, that when they fallen, they may not fallen totally and finally, as the wicked men do; av dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst c-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vmb xx vvi av-j cc av-j, c-acp dt j n2 vdb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
627 they shall never strike into a wicked course, as the ungodly of the earth do; that he takes order for; they shall never strike into a wicked course, as the ungodly of the earth do; that he Takes order for; pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 vdb; cst pns31 vvz n1 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
628 but he doth many times leave them, not out of any ill will to them, but he leaves them to themselves, though he knows they will fall; and that for divers reasons. but he does many times leave them, not out of any ill will to them, but he leaves them to themselves, though he knows they will fallen; and that for diverse Reasons. cc-acp pns31 vdz d n2 vvb pno32, xx av pp-f d j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp px32, cs pns31 vvz pns32 vmb vvi; cc cst p-acp j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 43 Page 17
629 First, That they might be patterns to others of Gods people, that if they should fall (as they may do) when they are down, they may have wherewithal to get up again; First, That they might be patterns to Others of God's people, that if they should fallen (as they may do) when they Are down, they may have wherewithal to get up again; ord, cst pns32 vmd vbi n2 p-acp n2-jn pp-f npg1 n1, cst cs pns32 vmd vvi (c-acp pns32 vmb vdi) c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp, pns32 vmb vhi c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
630 I say, the Lord leaves the eminentest of his people to themselves, to fall into lamentable miscarriages, that they may help inferiour people, I say, the Lord leaves the Eminentest of his people to themselves, to fallen into lamentable miscarriages, that they may help inferior people, pns11 vvb, dt n1 vvz dt js pp-f po31 n1 p-acp px32, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
631 and they may have something to encourage them that God will recover them, and relieve them again, and they may have something to encourage them that God will recover them, and relieve them again, cc pns32 vmb vhi pi pc-acp vvi pno32 cst np1 vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
632 and that God will not cast them off for ever; and that God will not cast them off for ever; cc cst np1 vmb xx vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
633 as Paul shews 1 Tim. 1. 16. saith he, for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first, Jesus Christ might shew forth all long suffering, as Paul shows 1 Tim. 1. 16. Says he, for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me First, jesus christ might show forth all long suffering, c-acp np1 vvz crd np1 crd crd vvz pns31, p-acp d n1 pns11 vvd n1, cst p-acp pno11 ord, np1 np1 vmd vvi av d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
634 for a pattern to them who shall hereafter believe; for a pattern to them who shall hereafter believe; p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
635 as who should say, there may be a persecutor, a blasphemer smitten, a vile wretch, a fighter against God and Jesus Christ, such a one may be smitten, as who should say, there may be a persecutor, a blasphemer smitten, a vile wretch, a fighter against God and jesus christ, such a one may be smitten, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1, dt n1 vvn, dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 np1, d dt pi vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
636 and come to see his damned estate; a thousand to one, but this man will be overwhelmed and drowned in despair; and come to see his damned estate; a thousand to one, but this man will be overwhelmed and drowned in despair; cc vvb pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvn n1; dt crd p-acp crd, cc-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
637 but saith he, The Lord, though I was one of his elect, yet he let me fall to this pass, that I might be a pattern to them which shall afterwards believe; but Says he, The Lord, though I was one of his elect, yet he let me fallen to this pass, that I might be a pattern to them which shall afterwards believe; cc-acp vvz pns31, dt n1, cs pns11 vbds pi pp-f po31 j-vvn, av pns31 vvb pno11 vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns11 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
638 so we may say of Gods children after conversion; so we may say of God's children After conversion; av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
639 David may say, For this cause among the rest the Lord left me to my self; David may say, For this cause among the rest the Lord left me to my self; np1 vmb vvi, c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvd pno11 p-acp po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
640 the Lord let me fall so fouly, and lifted me up again, that I might be a pattern to many poor people to the end of the world, that they may see the loving kindness of the Lord, the Lord let me fallen so foully, and lifted me up again, that I might be a pattern to many poor people to the end of the world, that they may see the loving kindness of the Lord, dt n1 vvb pno11 vvi av av-j, cc vvd pno11 a-acp av, cst pns11 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
641 and the infinite compassions, and bowels of mercy that is in the father of mercy towards them that trust in his name; and the infinite compassions, and bowels of mercy that is in the father of mercy towards them that trust in his name; cc dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
642 we should never believe the mercy of God, the freeness of his grace, the goodness of his nature towards his beloved, towards those whom he hath effectually called, were it not for such examples. we should never believe the mercy of God, the freeness of his grace, the Goodness of his nature towards his Beloved, towards those whom he hath effectually called, were it not for such Examples. pns12 vmd av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn, p-acp d r-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 44 Page 18
643 Secondly, The Lord doth this for to punish the carelesseness of his people, and their security many times; Secondly, The Lord does this for to Punish the carelessness of his people, and their security many times; ord, dt n1 vdz d c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc po32 n1 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
644 what sin is there that is more apt to grow upon them then security? it is a stealing sin, it is a secret and cunning sin, that comes closely and slightly upon a man, what since is there that is more apt to grow upon them then security? it is a stealing since, it is a secret and cunning since, that comes closely and slightly upon a man, q-crq n1 vbz a-acp cst vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av n1? pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vbz dt j-jn cc j-jn n1, cst vvz av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
645 before he is aware, if he look not to himself; before he is aware, if he look not to himself; c-acp pns31 vbz j, cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
646 now when a man grows to be secure, the Lord takes this course many times to eat it out, to punish the security of his people; now when a man grows to be secure, the Lord Takes this course many times to eat it out, to Punish the security of his people; av c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, dt n1 vvz d n1 d n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
647 Peter when he had gotten faith in Christ, and affection to Christ, when he felt that his bowels did yearn after Christ, Peter when he had got faith in christ, and affection to christ, when he felt that his bowels did yearn After christ, np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd cst po31 n2 vdd vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
648 and his heart was enlarged towards him, he grow secure upon it; though all forsake thee, yet will not I; and his heart was enlarged towards him, he grow secure upon it; though all forsake thee, yet will not I; cc po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vvb j p-acp pn31; cs d vvb pno21, av vmb xx pns11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
649 he was confident, but it was carnal confidence; he was confident, but it was carnal confidence; pns31 vbds j, cc-acp pn31 vbds j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
650 for though the thing a man trusts in be the grace of God, yet as long as it is grace received, it is trusting in a mans self; he therefore was carnally confident; for though the thing a man trusts in be the grace of God, yet as long as it is grace received, it is trusting in a men self; he Therefore was carnally confident; c-acp cs dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, av c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz n1 vvn, pn31 vbz vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1; pns31 av vbds av-j j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
651 now he would venture himself into the high Priests hall; though he thus, affections will never be drowned; he might go any whither; now he would venture himself into the high Priests hall; though he thus, affections will never be drowned; he might go any whither; av pns31 vmd vvi px31 p-acp dt j ng1 n1; cs pns31 av, n2 vmb av-x vbi vvn; pns31 vmd vvi d q-crq; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
652 well, he comes into the high Priests hall, and there comes into the very mouth of temptations and dangers; well, he comes into the high Priests hall, and there comes into the very Mouth of temptations and dangers; av, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j ng1 n1, cc a-acp vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
653 he doth not dream how easily his heart may be caused to deny Christ, he did not dream what a ticklish heart he carried in his bosome, he grew to be bold and venturous; he does not dream how Easily his heart may be caused to deny christ, he did not dream what a ticklish heart he carried in his bosom, he grew to be bold and venturous; pns31 vdz xx vvi c-crq av-j po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi np1, pns31 vdd xx vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
654 now the Lord to heal this security, let him fall in a desperate manner; now the Lord to heal this security, let him fallen in a desperate manner; av dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
655 he let him get a knock almost to beat out his brains, even to curse and ban himself; he let him get a knock almost to beatrice out his brains, even to curse and ban himself; pns31 vvd pno31 vvi dt n1 av pc-acp vvi av po31 n2, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
656 not only to deny Christ, but with abjuration; the Lord seeth it is needful to do thus when people grow secure; not only to deny christ, but with abjuration; the Lord sees it is needful to do thus when people grow secure; xx av-j pc-acp vvi np1, cc-acp p-acp n1; dt n1 vvz pn31 vbz j pc-acp vdi av c-crq n1 vvb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
657 we ought alwaies to carry a covenant about our eyes, to take heed where we look; we ought always to carry a Covenant about our eyes, to take heed where we look; pns12 vmd av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi n1 c-crq pns12 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
658 and when we are in company, to have a bridle in our mouth, to take heed what we speak; and when we Are in company, to have a bridle in our Mouth, to take heed what we speak; cc c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 r-crq pns12 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
659 now if we grow careless and negligent, and this bridle is gone, and this covenant is gone, now if we grow careless and negligent, and this bridle is gone, and this Covenant is gone, av cs pns12 vvb j cc j, cc d n1 vbz vvn, cc d n1 vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
660 and our watch is taken away, no marvel though the Lord be provoked against us, to punish us, and our watch is taken away, no marvel though the Lord be provoked against us, to Punish us, cc po12 n1 vbz vvn av, dx n1 cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
661 and that soundly, and let many of his people get a knock; and who knows how great a one? and how hard to heal again? and that soundly, and let many of his people get a knock; and who knows how great a one? and how hard to heal again? cc cst av-j, cc vvb d pp-f po31 n1 vvi dt n1; cc r-crq vvz c-crq j dt pi? cc q-crq j pc-acp vvi av? (7) treatise (DIV2) 45 Page 18
662 Thirdly, the Lord sometimes leaves his people to themselves, that so they may see they stand meerly by grace; Thirdly, the Lord sometime leaves his people to themselves, that so they may see they stand merely by grace; ord, dt n1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp px32, cst av pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vvb av-j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 18
663 I doe not mean by grace received, though they had all faith, though they had never so much knowledge, never so much experience and interest in God, never so much sense and feeling of him, never so much life, I do not mean by grace received, though they had all faith, though they had never so much knowledge, never so much experience and Interest in God, never so much sense and feeling of him, never so much life, pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1 vvn, cs pns32 vhd d n1, cs pns32 vhd av-x av av-d n1, av-x av av-d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, av-x av av-d n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pno31, av-x av av-d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
664 and zeal, and quickening, whatsoever it be, all the enlargements that ever any man had, I doe not mean this; and zeal, and quickening, whatsoever it be, all the enlargements that ever any man had, I do not mean this; cc n1, cc j-vvg, r-crq pn31 vbi, d dt n2 cst av d n1 vhd, pns11 vdb xx vvi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
665 for a man never stands by this, but by the free favour of God, that is the grace a man stands by, the free good will and love that God doth bear unto him. for a man never Stands by this, but by the free favour of God, that is the grace a man Stands by, the free good will and love that God does bear unto him. p-acp dt n1 av-x vvz p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp, dt j j n1 cc n1 cst np1 vdz vvi p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
666 Now when a childe of God shall have received a great deal of grace, a great deal of knowledge and faith, &c. he is apt to be remisse in seeking of God to direct him in that thing he knowes; Now when a child of God shall have received a great deal of grace, a great deal of knowledge and faith, etc. he is apt to be remiss in seeking of God to Direct him in that thing he knows; av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvg pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
667 he thinks he can direct himselfe: he thinks he can Direct himself: pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi px31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
668 we see, let a man have very good parts and knowledge, and be able to preach, we see, let a man have very good parts and knowledge, and be able to preach, pns12 vvb, vvb dt n1 vhb av j n2 cc n1, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
669 how apt is he to be the lesse in prayer to God to help him to Preach, how apt is he to be the less in prayer to God to help him to Preach, c-crq j vbz pns31 pc-acp vbi dt av-dc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
670 and guide him to deliver the Word? So let another man have a great deal of knowledge, may be the man will be the less sensible of his own wretchednesse and ignorance, and guide him to deliver the Word? So let Another man have a great deal of knowledge, may be the man will be the less sensible of his own wretchedness and ignorance, cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1? av vvb j-jn n1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vbi dt av-dc j pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
671 and aptness to mistake and erre, and goe aside, and so to be lesse eager and earnest with God for his continual aid, and aptness to mistake and err, and go aside, and so to be less eager and earnest with God for his continual aid, cc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc vvi av, cc av pc-acp vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
672 and teaching, and assisting of him every moment: and teaching, and assisting of him every moment: cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f pno31 d n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
673 So let a man have a great deal of zeal, and life, and quickening, he is apt to discern the lesse pronenesse to coole again: So let a man have a great deal of zeal, and life, and quickening, he is apt to discern the less proneness to cool again: av vvb dt n1 vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j-vvg, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
674 And suppose a man hath mortified a lust, nay, all his lusts, he can hardly feel he hath any desire after such a sin; And suppose a man hath mortified a lust, nay, all his Lustiest, he can hardly feel he hath any desire After such a since; cc vvb dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, uh-x, d po31 n2, pns31 vmb av vvi pns31 vhz d n1 p-acp d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
675 hardly any motions or stirrings in his heart; I tell you this man, if he takes not heed, will be a venturing; hardly any motions or stirrings in his heart; I tell you this man, if he Takes not heed, will be a venturing; av d n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1; pns11 vvb pn22 d n1, cs pns31 vvz xx n1, vmb vbi dt n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
676 oh he thinks he is cock-sure! o he thinks he is cocksure! uh pns31 vvz pns31 vbz j! (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
677 he is so taken off from the lusts of the flesh, that he can never catch hurt, he is so taken off from the Lustiest of the Flesh, that he can never catch hurt, pns31 vbz av vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
678 and he may be sometimes will admit of occasions, and admit of drawing something neer the pits brink; and he may be sometime will admit of occasions, and admit of drawing something near the pits brink; cc pns31 vmb vbi av vmb vvi pp-f n2, cc vvb pp-f vvg pi av-j dt n2 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
679 he is so mortified, he fears nothing. Now the Lord in his infinite goodnesse to his people, leaves them to themselves; he is so mortified, he fears nothing. Now the Lord in his infinite Goodness to his people, leaves them to themselves; pns31 vbz av vvn, pns31 vvz pix. av dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz pno32 p-acp px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
680 are you so mortified? come, let us see how mortified you are, and so leave him to himselfe, to see what the man can doe with all his knowledge, and zeal, and mortification; and now this man falls: Are you so mortified? come, let us see how mortified you Are, and so leave him to himself, to see what the man can do with all his knowledge, and zeal, and mortification; and now this man falls: vbr pn22 av vvn? vvb, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq vvn pn22 vbr, cc av vvb pno31 pc-acp px31, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 vmb vdi p-acp d po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1; cc av d n1 vvz: (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
681 Look how far God leaves a man, so far he falls; Look how Far God leaves a man, so Far he falls; vvb c-crq av-j np1 vvz dt n1, av av-j pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
682 he will have his people see that they stand not by grace received, but by the free grace and favour of God: he will have his people see that they stand not by grace received, but by the free grace and favour of God: pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 vvi cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp n1 vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
683 It is not in him that willeth, nor in him that runneth, but in God that sheweth mercy. It is not in him that wills, nor in him that Runneth, but in God that shows mercy. pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno31 cst vvz, ccx p-acp pno31 cst vvz, cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvz n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
684 No, though a man have never so many gracious endowments, and heavenly vertues, it is not in him that willeth, No, though a man have never so many gracious endowments, and heavenly Virtues, it is not in him that wills, uh-dx, cs dt n1 vhb av-x av d j n2, cc j n2, pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno31 cst vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
685 but in God that sheweth mercy; it is in the fountain of mercy and loving kindnesse in God. but in God that shows mercy; it is in the fountain of mercy and loving kindness in God. cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvz n1; pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j-vvg n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
686 Let a man keep close to God, let a man still observe the pleasing of God, that there may be a continual fountain open, running down upon him from day to day; Let a man keep close to God, let a man still observe the pleasing of God, that there may be a continual fountain open, running down upon him from day to day; vvb dt n1 vvb av-j p-acp np1, vvb dt n1 av vvi dt j-vvg pp-f np1, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 j, vvg a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
687 for if he grow secure, and look not to himselfe, he exposeth himself to woful dangers. for if he grow secure, and look not to himself, he exposeth himself to woeful dangers. c-acp cs pns31 vvb j, cc vvb xx p-acp px31, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 46 Page 19
688 Fourthly, The Lord leaves his people sometimes thus fearfully to themselves, that he might teach us to be sensible towards our brethren; Fourthly, The Lord leaves his people sometime thus fearfully to themselves, that he might teach us to be sensible towards our brothers; ord, dt n1 vvz po31 n1 av av av-j p-acp px32, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
689 to be mild, and meek, and piteous, and full of bowels and compassion towards the weakest and meanest of all the Saints of God; to be mild, and meek, and piteous, and full of bowels and compassion towards the Weakest and Meanest of all the Saints of God; pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j, cc j pp-f n2 cc n1 p-acp dt js cc js pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
690 if we see but any thing of God, nay, but any likelihood that a man is of God, to be tender, if we see but any thing of God, nay, but any likelihood that a man is of God, to be tender, cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, uh-x, cc-acp d n1 cst dt n1 vbz pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
691 for fear we should wrong a childe of God; for Fear we should wrong a child of God; p-acp n1 pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
692 the Lord doth this of purpose to breed bowels, and meeknesse, and gentlenesse towards his people: the Lord does this of purpose to breed bowels, and meekness, and gentleness towards his people: dt n1 vdz d pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
693 As God lets men fall horribly before conversion, that they may carry themselves meekly towards those that are unconverted, As God lets men fallen horribly before conversion, that they may carry themselves meekly towards those that Are unconverted, c-acp np1 vvz n2 vvb av-j p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 av-j p-acp d cst vbr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
694 for fear any of them should be of the Elect of God; for Fear any of them should be of the Elect of God; p-acp n1 d pp-f pno32 vmd vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
695 so he lets them fall after conversion, that they may carry themselves so towards them that are converted; so he lets them fallen After conversion, that they may carry themselves so towards them that Are converted; av pns31 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 av p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
696 I say the Lord lets his people fall horribly into woful evils, that though they see a man fall never so much, I say the Lord lets his people fallen horribly into woeful evils, that though they see a man fallen never so much, pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vvi av-j p-acp j n2-jn, cst cs pns32 vvb dt n1 vvb av-x av av-d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
697 yet they may no• omit any thing to doe him good, that they may not be taken off from their bowels and compassion; yet they may no• omit any thing to do him good, that they may not be taken off from their bowels and compassion; av pns32 vmb n1 vvi d n1 pc-acp vdi pno31 j, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n2 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
698 who knowes but this man may be of God? for I was as wretched as he once, who knows but this man may be of God? for I was as wretched as he once, r-crq vvz p-acp d n1 vmb vbi pp-f np1? c-acp pns11 vbds a-acp j c-acp pns31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
699 as Paul would have the Cretians take notice of this, they were horrible sinners before conversion, lyars, slow-bellies; as Paul would have the Cretians take notice of this, they were horrible Sinners before conversion, liars, slow-bellies; c-acp np1 vmd vhi dt njp2 vvi n1 pp-f d, pns32 vbdr j n2 p-acp n1, n2, n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
700 now saith he, Tit. 3. 2. Speak to them that they shew all meeknesse to all men. now Says he, Tit. 3. 2. Speak to them that they show all meekness to all men. av vvz pns31, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 19
701 Mark his reason, ver. 3. We our selves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, &c. We our selves were thus, Mark his reason, ver. 3. We our selves also were sometime foolish, disobedient, etc. We our selves were thus, vvb po31 n1, fw-la. crd pns12 po12 n2 av vbdr av j, j, av pns12 po12 n2 vbdr av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
702 therefore let us shew meeknesse to all whatsoever, and let us be kinde, and full of bowels and compassion to•ards them, studying how to doe them good, Therefore let us show meekness to all whatsoever, and let us be kind, and full of bowels and compassion to•ards them, studying how to do them good, av vvb pno12 vvi n1 p-acp d r-crq, cc vvb pno12 vbi j, cc j pp-f n2 cc n1 vvz pno32, vvg c-crq pc-acp vdi pno32 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
703 and prevent all manner of evil, and labour to win them, if it be possible, with all meeknesse and condiscending ▪ who knows but they may be of God? for we our selves have been mal•cious and spightful, ignorant, haters, and prevent all manner of evil, and labour to win them, if it be possible, with all meekness and condescending ▪ who knows but they may be of God? for we our selves have been mal•cious and spiteful, ignorant, haters, cc vvi d n1 pp-f n-jn, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cs pn31 vbb j, p-acp d n1 cc j-vvg ▪ q-crq vvz cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi pp-f np1? c-acp pns12 po12 n2 vhb vbn j cc j, j, n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
704 and have served divers lusts and pleasures ▪ so it is with people after conversion; and have served diverse Lustiest and pleasures ▪ so it is with people After conversion; cc vhb vvn j n2 cc n2 ▪ av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
705 the Lord lets them fall into horrible sinnes, and distempers, that so they may be gentle, the Lord lets them fallen into horrible Sins, and distempers, that so they may be gentle, dt n1 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp j n2, cc n2, cst av pns32 vmb vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
706 and that they may have the spirit of meeknesse towards all men; and that they may have the Spirit of meekness towards all men; cc cst pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
707 a man is apt to be severe, and rude, and rigid towards others, if he hath gotten any thing himselfe; a man is apt to be severe, and rude, and rigid towards Others, if he hath got any thing himself; dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j p-acp n2-jn, cs pns31 vhz vvn d n1 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
708 if he hath gotten a little knowledge, a little zeal, a little faith, a little humility, a little ability to please God, he is apt to think it such a deal, if he hath got a little knowledge, a little zeal, a little faith, a little humility, a little ability to please God, he is apt to think it such a deal, cs pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
709 and he is apt to cry down every one that is not as he is, You are so proud, and so thus and thus; and he is apt to cry down every one that is not as he is, You Are so proud, and so thus and thus; cc pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp d pi cst vbz xx c-acp pns31 vbz, pn22 vbr av j, cc av av cc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
710 and to take off his heart from doing those duties which he owes towards him; • man is apt to be very insolent in the Church of God; and to take off his heart from doing those duties which he owes towards him; • man is apt to be very insolent in the Church of God; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp vdg d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31; • n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
711 many are thus, till God do•h take them down; therefore the Lord by this means doth teach his people gentlenesse and meeknesse; many Are thus, till God do•h take them down; Therefore the Lord by this means does teach his people gentleness and meekness; d vbr av, c-acp np1 vdz vvi pno32 a-acp; av dt n1 p-acp d n2 vdz vvi po31 n1 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
712 indeed God teacheth people many wayes besides this; indeed God Teaches people many ways beside this; av np1 vvz n1 d n2 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
713 if they will take warning by his Word, or some other course, they save him a labour; if they will take warning by his Word, or Some other course, they save him a labour; cs pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc d j-jn n1, pns32 vvb pno31 dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
714 but if that will not doe, God takes this course with a man, to make him see his pride, but if that will not do, God Takes this course with a man, to make him see his pride, cc-acp cs d vmb xx vdi, np1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
715 and conceitednesse, and his want of mercy, and unlikenesse to Christ, in bowels, and pity, and compassion towards his brethren. and conceitedness, and his want of mercy, and unlikeness to christ, in bowels, and pity, and compassion towards his brothers. cc n1, cc po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n2, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 47 Page 20
716 Fifthly, The Lord leaves his own children to themselves sometimes to fall so foulely, that he may humble them, Fifthly, The Lord leaves his own children to themselves sometime to fallen so foully, that he may humble them, ord, dt n1 vvz po31 d n2 p-acp px32 av p-acp n1 av av-j, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
717 and bring them down low ▪ that he may make them see yet further into the corruptions of their own hearts, that so he may make them capable of more grace; and bring them down low ▪ that he may make them see yet further into the corruptions of their own hearts, that so he may make them capable of more grace; cc vvi pno32 a-acp j ▪ cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvi av av-jc p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, cst av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 j pp-f dc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
718 for he gives grace to the humble. for he gives grace to the humble. p-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
719 Now when he would give more grace to a man, may be he lets him fall into some horrible sinne, that he may be the more humbled, Now when he would give more grace to a man, may be he lets him fallen into Some horrible sin, that he may be the more humbled, av c-crq pns31 vmd vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi pns31 vvz pno31 vvb p-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi dt av-dc j-vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
720 and see the naughtinesse of his own heart, that he may be driven to God, and may be deeper in mortification; and see the naughtiness of his own heart, that he may be driven to God, and may be Deeper in mortification; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc vmb vbi jc-jn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
721 may be he thought he could goe no furthrer; he did please himself in his prayers; may be he Thought he could go no furthrer; he did please himself in his Prayers; vmb vbi pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vvi dx n1; pns31 vdd vvi px31 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
722 as I have heard of one that said, when he had prayed, he could hardly see any sinne in his prayer. as I have herd of one that said, when he had prayed, he could hardly see any sin in his prayer. c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pp-f pi cst vvd, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn, pns31 vmd av vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
723 Now when the Lord is pleased to bestow ▪ upon them more grace, he doth shew them the corruptions. Now when the Lord is pleased to bestow ▪ upon them more grace, he does show them the corruptions. av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi ▪ p-acp pno32 av-dc vvb, pns31 vdz vvi pno32 dt n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
724 You know how often God let his people fall in the Wildernesse, and that horribly, by murmuring, and repining, and infidelity; You know how often God let his people fallen in the Wilderness, and that horribly, by murmuring, and repining, and infidelity; pn22 vvb c-crq av np1 vvb po31 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc cst av-j, p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
725 though they were his own chosen, yet he let them all at the waters of strife, though they were his own chosen, yet he let them all At the waters of strife, cs pns32 vbdr po31 d vvn, av pns31 vvd pno32 d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
726 and at the red Sea he let them fall; he let them fall concerning Manna: and At the read Sea he let them fallen; he let them fallen Concerning Manna: cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 vvd pno32 vvi; pns31 vvd pno32 vvi vvg n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
727 why was this? the text saith, The Lord thy God he proved thee, he led the• up and down in all this •arren wilde•nesse, where were Scorpious and fiery Serpents, that he might humble thee, why was this? the text Says, The Lord thy God he proved thee, he led the• up and down in all this •arren wilde•nesse, where were Scorpius and fiery Serpents, that he might humble thee, q-crq vbds d? dt n1 vvz, dt n1 po21 np1 pns31 vvd pno21, pns31 vvd n1 a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d d j n1, c-crq vbdr j cc j n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
728 and doe thee good in thy latter end, Deut. 8. 15, 16 ▪ Meaning, the Lord let them fall into those horrible evils, that he might humble them, that they might see the wickednesse of their own hearts, and do thee good in thy latter end, Deuteronomy 8. 15, 16 ▪ Meaning, the Lord let them fallen into those horrible evils, that he might humble them, that they might see the wickedness of their own hearts, cc vdb pno21 j p-acp po21 d n1, np1 crd crd, crd ▪ vvg, dt n1 vvb pno32 vvi p-acp d j n2-jn, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
729 and the infinite need they had of grace, and the fear of God, and standing upon their guard; and the infinite need they had of grace, and the Fear of God, and standing upon their guard; cc dt j n1 pns32 vhd pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
730 this d〈 … 〉 to humble them, and do them good in the latter end. this d〈 … 〉 to humble them, and do them good in the latter end. d n1 … 〉 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vdb pno32 j p-acp dt d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 48 Page 20
731 The first Use may seem to condemn those speeches that commonly go up & down in Christians mouths, let me tell you they are wicked speeches; The First Use may seem to condemn those Speeches that commonly go up & down in Christians mouths, let me tell you they Are wicked Speeches; dt ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 cst av-j vvb a-acp cc a-acp p-acp np1 n2, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pns32 vbr j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 49 Page 20
732 O ▪ say they, grace will not let a man have such pride and vanity in him; Oh ▪ say they, grace will not let a man have such pride and vanity in him; uh ▪ vvb pns32, n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 vhb d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 49 Page 20
733 grace will not let a man do thus and thus; grace will not let a man do thus and thus; n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 vdb av cc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 49 Page 20
734 I say these speeches are not good ▪ they savour of a world of ignorance of the grace of God: I say these Speeches Are not good ▪ they savour of a world of ignorance of the grace of God: pns11 vvb d n2 vbr xx j ▪ pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 49 Page 20
735 Indeed in three cases these are admirable speeches. First, Certainly grace will bring a man home to God that belongs to him; Indeed in three cases these Are admirable Speeches. First, Certainly grace will bring a man home to God that belongs to him; av p-acp crd n2 d vbr j n2. ord, av-j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 av-an p-acp np1 cst vvz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 49 Page 20
736 it will put him into Jesus Christ; it will put him into jesus christ; pn31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 50 Page 20
737 it will certainly make him a new creature, and bring him ▪ out of the estate of sinne; it will Certainly make him a new creature, and bring him ▪ out of the estate of sin; pn31 vmb av-j vvi pno31 dt j n1, cc vvi pno31 ▪ av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 50 Page 20
738 he shall not live in the estate of sin; he shall not live in the estate of since; pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 50 Page 21
739 grace will do that, and God in the covenant of grace doth set down that it is a fundamental promise, he will do this for every one; as the Apostle saith, Eph. 4. 7. this grace will surely undertake that a man shall be a believer (if he belong to God) and he shall be justified and sanctified in some measure, he shall hate sin, grace will do that, and God in the Covenant of grace does Set down that it is a fundamental promise, he will do this for every one; as the Apostle Says, Ephesians 4. 7. this grace will surely undertake that a man shall be a believer (if he belong to God) and he shall be justified and sanctified in Some measure, he shall hate since, n1 vmb vdi d, cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi a-acp cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vmb vdi d p-acp d pi; p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd d n1 vmb av-j vvi cst dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 (cs pns31 vvb p-acp np1) cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 50 Page 21
740 and love goodness in some measure, and delight in Gods ordinances in some measure; he shall be in the estate of grace, and not in the estate of sin; grace will do this; and love Goodness in Some measure, and delight in God's ordinances in Some measure; he shall be in the estate of grace, and not in the estate of since; grace will do this; cc vvb n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp d n1; pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; n1 vmb vdi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 50 Page 21
741 this we may boldly say, if a man have grace he, must do this, for God will teach him to do it. this we may boldly say, if a man have grace he, must do this, for God will teach him to do it. d pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cs dt n1 vhb n1 pns31, vmb vdi d, c-acp np1 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 50 Page 21
742 Secondly, Grace will undertake that a man shall not fall finally away; Secondly, Grace will undertake that a man shall not fallen finally away; ord, n1 vmb vvi d dt n1 vmb xx vvi av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
743 that is certain, that we may boldly say, if a man be of God, grace will teach him that he shall not fall away finally, grace will uphold a man and maintain him; that is certain, that we may boldly say, if a man be of God, grace will teach him that he shall not fallen away finally, grace will uphold a man and maintain him; d vbz j, cst pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cs dt n1 vbi pp-f np1, n1 vmb vvi pno31 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi av av-j, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 cc vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
744 when we see a man fall away finally, we may conclude he had no true grace; when we see a man fallen away finally, we may conclude he had no true grace; c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 vvb av av-j, pns12 vmb vvi pns31 vhd dx j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
745 Gods children shall never fall finally away, God will preserve and keep them; whom he loves he loves, to the end; God's children shall never fallen finally away, God will preserve and keep them; whom he loves he loves, to the end; npg1 n2 vmb av-x vvi av-j av, np1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32; r-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
746 of all those that my father hath given me I have lost none, saith Christ, Joh. 17. neither life, nor dea•k, things present, of all those that my father hath given me I have lost none, Says christ, John 17. neither life, nor dea•k, things present, pp-f d d cst po11 n1 vhz vvn pno11 pns11 vhb vvn pix, vvz np1, np1 crd d n1, ccx vvi, n2 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
747 nor things to come, shall ever be able to separate us from the love of •od in Christ Jesus, saith Paul, Rom. 8. ult. nor things to come, shall ever be able to separate us from the love of •od in christ jesus, Says Paul, Rom. 8. ult. ccx n2 pc-acp vvi, vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j p-acp np1 np1, vvz np1, np1 crd n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
748 that is most certain, blessed and happy is he that hath his part in the first resurrection, that is most certain, blessed and happy is he that hath his part in the First resurrection, cst vbz av-ds j, vvn cc j vbz pns31 cst vhz po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
749 for over such the second death hath no power, Rev. 2 26. that is, such a man can never come to be damned, he can never fall finally away, or perish everlastingly; for over such the second death hath no power, Rev. 2 26. that is, such a man can never come to be damned, he can never fallen finally away, or perish everlastingly; c-acp p-acp d dt ord n1 vhz dx n1, n1 crd crd cst vbz, d dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vmb av-x vvi av-j av, cc vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
750 there is no condemnation to them that are in Christ, that walk not after the flesh, there is no condemnation to them that Are in christ, that walk not After the Flesh, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp np1, cst vvb xx p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
751 but after the spirit, Rom. 8. 1. & v. 30. whom God hath predestinated, them he hath also called, &c. there is an individual necture of all the links of the chain of predestination; but After the Spirit, Rom. 8. 1. & v. 30. whom God hath predestinated, them he hath also called, etc. there is an Individu necture of all the links of the chain of predestination; cc-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc n1 crd ro-crq n1 vhz vvn, pno32 pns31 vhz av vvn, av pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
752 in all the several buckles of it, there is an indivisible connexion; in all the several buckles of it, there is an indivisible connexion; p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
753 if a man be called, he shall be justified, and if he be justified, he shall be sanctified; if a man be called, he shall be justified, and if he be justified, he shall be sanctified; cs dt n1 vbi vvn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc cs pns31 vbb vvn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
754 and if he be sanctified, he shall be glorified; so that grace will undertake this, that a man shall not •all finally away. and if he be sanctified, he shall be glorified; so that grace will undertake this, that a man shall not •all finally away. cc cs pns31 vbb vvn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn; av d n1 vmb vvi d, cst dt n1 vmb xx vvi av-j av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 51 Page 21
755 Thirdly, We may say that grace will not suffer any man that is of God to fall totally away; Thirdly, We may say that grace will not suffer any man that is of God to fallen totally away; ord, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 vmb xx vvi d n1 cst vbz pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
756 as not finally for ever, so not totally; as not finally for ever, so not totally; c-acp xx av-j p-acp av, av xx av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
757 he shall not be altogether without grace, from that moment he began to have it for ever and ever; he shall not be altogether without grace, from that moment he began to have it for ever and ever; pns31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi pn31 p-acp av cc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
758 he that drinketh of this water shall never thirst, &c. Joh. 4. 14. that is, he shall never thirst with total indigency again, he shall never thirst with total want; he that Drinketh of this water shall never thirst, etc. John 4. 14. that is, he shall never thirst with total indigency again, he shall never thirst with total want; pns31 cst vvz pp-f d n1 vmb av-x vvi, av np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp j n1 av, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
759 he shall ever have some grace, and some of the image of God, and some of the fear of God, he shall ever have Some grace, and Some of the image of God, and Some of the Fear of God, pns31 vmb av vhi d n1, cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
760 and some of the love of his truth, and some desire to his name, and some hatred of sin, and Some of the love of his truth, and Some desire to his name, and Some hatred of since, cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
761 though in a poor degree, yet he shall have something of God in him; though in a poor degree, yet he shall have something of God in him; cs p-acp dt j n1, av pns31 vmb vhi pi pp-f np1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
762 there shall be the seed of God remaining in him at all times, 1 Joh. 3. 9. my feet were almost gone (saith David) Psal. 73. 2. they were but almost gone, they were not quite gone; there shall be the seed of God remaining in him At all times, 1 John 3. 9. my feet were almost gone (Says David) Psalm 73. 2. they were but almost gone, they were not quite gone; a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2, crd np1 crd crd po11 n2 vbdr av vvn (vvz np1) np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr cc-acp av vvn, pns32 vbdr xx av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
763 as it is said of the Church of Philadelphia, she had a little strength; as it is said of the Church of Philadelphia, she had a little strength; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vhd dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
764 so let a child of God be at the lowest ebbe, yet there shall be a little water of life, it shall not be quite exhaust; so let a child of God be At the lowest ebb, yet there shall be a little water of life, it shall not be quite exhaust; av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp dt js vvi, av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb xx vbi av vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
765 though he fall he shall not be utterly cast down, for the Lord will uphold him, Psal. 37. 24. so that all this you may boldly say, though he fallen he shall not be utterly cast down, for the Lord will uphold him, Psalm 37. 24. so that all this you may boldly say, cs pns31 vvb pns31 vmb xx vbi av-j vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd crd av cst d d pn22 vmb av-j vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
766 for in these things it is not conditionally Gods covenant, but absolutely for God will give thee strength and power, for in these things it is not conditionally God's Covenant, but absolutely for God will give thee strength and power, c-acp p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz xx av-j npg1 n1, cc-acp av-j c-acp np1 vmb vvi pno21 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
767 and faith, and direction, and assistance; and faith, and direction, and assistance; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
768 he will not only give thee the thing, but the condition also here, that a man shall be a believer, and a new creature; he will not only give thee the thing, but the condition also Here, that a man shall be a believer, and a new creature; pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi pno21 dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 av av, cst dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1, cc dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
769 and if a man be once a new creature, he shall never be an old creature again altogether; and if a man be once a new creature, he shall never be an old creature again altogether; cc cs dt n1 vbb a-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb av-x vbi dt j n1 av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
770 the covenant of grace is so, which is an everlasting covenant; God will forgive their sins, and remember them no more: but now for particular passages; the Covenant of grace is so, which is an everlasting Covenant; God will forgive their Sins, and Remember them no more: but now for particular passages; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av, r-crq vbz dt j n1; np1 vmb vvi po32 n2, cc vvb pno32 dx av-dc: cc-acp av c-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
771 for a man to say that a man cannot be proud and distempred, but grace will heal him; for a man to say that a man cannot be proud and distempered, but grace will heal him; p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vmbx vbi j cc vvn, cc-acp n1 vmb vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
772 a man cannot have an hard heart, but grace will soften it; these are ill speeches, men know not what they say when they say thus; a man cannot have an hard heart, but grace will soften it; these Are ill Speeches, men know not what they say when they say thus; dt n1 vmbx vhi dt j n1, cc-acp n1 vmb vvi pn31; d vbr j-jn n2, n2 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vvb c-crq pns32 vvb av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 21
773 for in particular passages the children of God have no promise, but only upon condition that they stand upon their guard; for in particular passages the children of God have no promise, but only upon condition that they stand upon their guard; c-acp p-acp j n2 dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb dx n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 cst pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
774 but to be defended from particular evils, and to be saved from particular distempers, and horrible distempers, without standing upon their guard, but to be defended from particular evils, and to be saved from particular distempers, and horrible distempers, without standing upon their guard, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2-jn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc j n2, p-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
775 and taking heed, and cleaving unto God, without carefulness, and watchfulness, and having a diligent eye to their wayes, they have no promise for this; and taking heed, and cleaving unto God, without carefulness, and watchfulness, and having a diligent eye to their ways, they have no promise for this; cc vvg n1, cc vvg p-acp np1, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc vhg dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
776 as the Prophet told Asa; you know Asa was a good man, it seems he was of this mind, grace will teach a man and so forth; as the Prophet told Asa; you know Asa was a good man, it seems he was of this mind, grace will teach a man and so forth; c-acp dt n1 vvd np1; pn22 vvb np1 vbds dt j n1, pn31 vvz pns31 vbds pp-f d n1, n1 vmb vvi dt n1 cc av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
777 but see what the Prophet told him, 2 Chron. 15. 2. the Lord is with you, but see what the Prophet told him, 2 Chronicles 15. 2. the Lord is with you, cc-acp vvb r-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
778 while you are with him, &c. lie doth not mean that the Lord would forsake Asa and all his people in regard of eternal life, that they should not have eternal life that forsake him, that they should be altogether without grace, while you Are with him, etc. lie does not mean that the Lord would forsake Asa and all his people in regard of Eternal life, that they should not have Eternal life that forsake him, that they should be altogether without grace, cs pn22 vbr p-acp pno31, av n1 vdz xx vvi cst dt n1 vmd vvi np1 cc d po31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vhi j n1 cst vvb pno31, cst pns32 vmd vbi av p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
779 but he speaks here of particular passages of this or that sin, or this or that danger, this or that mischief either in soul or body; but he speaks Here of particular passages of this or that since, or this or that danger, this or that mischief either in soul or body; cc-acp pns31 vvz av pp-f j n2 pp-f d cc d n1, cc d cc d n1, d cc d n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
780 saith he, the Lord is with you, as long as you are with him; and if you seek him, he will be found of you; Says he, the Lord is with you, as long as you Are with him; and if you seek him, he will be found of you; vvz pns31, dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, c-acp av-j c-acp pn22 vbr p-acp pno31; cc cs pn22 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
781 but if you forsake him, he will forsake you: this is most certain; but if you forsake him, he will forsake you: this is most certain; cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pn22: d vbz av-ds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
782 'tis true, God doth not do thus alwayes, but when he doth not do thus, it is more then we can expect; it's true, God does not do thus always, but when he does not do thus, it is more then we can expect; pn31|vbz j, np1 vdz xx vdi av av, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vdz xx vdi av, pn31 vbz dc cs pns12 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
783 for if we be careless and negligent, we can look for nothing at Gods hand; for if we be careless and negligent, we can look for nothing At God's hand; c-acp cs pns12 vbb j cc j, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pix p-acp ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
784 we may look up to him that he would not undo us, and cast us off for ever, we may look up to him that he would not undo us, and cast us off for ever, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
785 but we cannot look that he should free us from this sin, or this distemper, from this dulness and untowardness in going on; but we cannot look that he should free us from this since, or this distemper, from this dullness and untowardness in going on; cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n1, cc d n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
786 we cannot look that God should free us from these sins, unless we draw neer to him, we cannot look that God should free us from these Sins, unless we draw near to him, pns12 vmbx vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d n2, cs pns12 vvb av-j p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
787 and cleave to him, and keep by him; if we forsake him, he will forsake us; and cleave to him, and keep by him; if we forsake him, he will forsake us; cc vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31; cs pns12 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
788 as for instance, suppose the Sacrament of the Lords Supper were to be administred; as for instance, suppose the Sacrament of the lords Supper were to be administered; c-acp p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
789 now a true believer may comfortably look to have peace and comfort, to have the promise sealed to his soul, now a true believer may comfortably look to have peace and Comfort, to have the promise sealed to his soul, av dt j n1 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1, pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
790 and to have his faith strengthned, and his spirit revived, and his graces enlarged by the Sacrament, and to have his faith strengthened, and his Spirit revived, and his graces enlarged by the Sacrament, cc pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn, cc po31 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
791 for there be promises made to him for this purpose; for there be promises made to him for this purpose; c-acp pc-acp vbi n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
792 but how are they made? not simply and absolutely, that howsoever he comes it shall be so, but how Are they made? not simply and absolutely, that howsoever he comes it shall be so, cc-acp q-crq vbr pns32 vvn? xx av-j cc av-j, cst c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 vmb vbi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
793 but let him prepare himself for the Sacrament, let him examine himself, let him whet his heart, but let him prepare himself for the Sacrament, let him examine himself, let him whet his heart, cc-acp vvb pno31 vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi px31, vvb pno31 vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
794 and be sensible of his wants and necessities, let him be earnest with God to be with him in his ordinance; and be sensible of his Wants and necessities, let him be earnest with God to be with him in his Ordinance; cc vbi j pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, vvb pno31 vbi j p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
795 but if a man do neglect this, when he hath been at the Sacrament, he shall no• have peace and comfort, but if a man do neglect this, when he hath been At the Sacrament, he shall no• have peace and Comfort, cc-acp cs dt n1 vdb vvi d, c-crq pns31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb n1 vhb n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
796 nor the promise of God sealed to him, but he shall be more doubting then he was before, nor the promise of God sealed to him, but he shall be more doubting then he was before, ccx dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi av-dc vvg cs pns31 vbds a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
797 and more with the wrath of God in his soul, and shall have more distempers and overwhelmings then he had formerly; and more with the wrath of God in his soul, and shall have more distempers and overwhelmings then he had formerly; cc av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb vhi dc n2 cc n2-j cs pns31 vhd av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
798 saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 11. 31. speaking of the Sacrament of the Lords Supper, we must judge our selves, Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 11. 31. speaking of the Sacrament of the lords Supper, we must judge our selves, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
799 and then we shall not be judged of the Lord; and then we shall not be judged of the Lord; cc av pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
800 the Lord will bless us, we shall eat and drink salvation to our selves, we shall eat and drink to our own peace and comfort, the Lord will bless us, we shall eat and drink salvation to our selves, we shall eat and drink to our own peace and Comfort, dt n1 vmb vvi pno12, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
801 and glory, and to our increase in grace; but if we do not judge our selves, we shall be judged of the Lord; here is a condition; and glory, and to our increase in grace; but if we do not judge our selves, we shall be judged of the Lord; Here is a condition; cc n1, cc p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1; cc-acp cs pns12 vdb xx vvi po12 n2, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1; av vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
802 so for the preaching of the word, we have the ministry of the word among us up and down; so for the preaching of the word, we have the Ministry of the word among us up and down; av p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno12 a-acp cc a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
803 we hear it day after day, line upon line, precept upon precept; we hear it day After day, line upon line, precept upon precept; pns12 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
804 this is very good, there is a promise for the children of God to grow up in knowledge, this is very good, there is a promise for the children of God to grow up in knowledge, d vbz av j, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
805 and that they shall thrive under these blessed ordinances, and be strengthned by them, for temptations, miseries, and that they shall thrive under these blessed ordinances, and be strengthened by them, for temptations, misery's, cc cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d j-vvn n2, cc vbi vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp n2, n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
806 and woful times, they shall be well stored with a great deal of knowledge and experience; and woeful times, they shall be well stored with a great deal of knowledge and experience; cc j n2, pns32 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
807 'tis true, if you be careful while you have the word, and receive it with thankfulness and good affections, it's true, if you be careful while you have the word, and receive it with thankfulness and good affections, pn31|vbz j, cs pn22 vbb j cs pn22 vhb dt n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
808 and stir up your selves to prize the word of God, and stir up in your selves an eager and earnest hunger and thirsting after it, and stir up your selves to prize the word of God, and stir up in your selves an eager and earnest hunger and thirsting After it, cc vvi a-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi a-acp p-acp po22 n2 dt j cc j n1 cc vvg p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
809 and will not suffer in your souls awkness, and untowardness, and formality to creep upon you; and will not suffer in your Souls awkness, and untowardness, and formality to creep upon you; cc vmb xx vvi p-acp po22 n2 n1, cc n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
810 but if you hear Gods word, and do not apply it aright, God knows what woful miseries you may fall into, but if you hear God's word, and do not apply it aright, God knows what woeful misery's you may fallen into, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb npg1 n1, cc vdb xx vvi pn31 av, np1 vvz r-crq j n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
811 if you look not to these things; in all these things the Lord looks his people should stand upon their guard. if you look not to these things; in all these things the Lord looks his people should stand upon their guard. cs pn22 vvb xx p-acp d n2; p-acp d d n2 dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 52 Page 22
812 The first reason is, because grace looks for this; 'tis true, Gods covenant is everlasting; but for particulars, grace must be stirred up; The First reason is, Because grace looks for this; it's true, God's Covenant is everlasting; but for particulars, grace must be stirred up; dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp n1 vvz p-acp d; pn31|vbz j, npg1 n1 vbz j; cc-acp c-acp n2-j, n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 22
813 if thou hast any faith thou must provoke thy faith; if thou hast any promise belonging to thee, thou must make use of that promise; if thou hast any faith thou must provoke thy faith; if thou hast any promise belonging to thee, thou must make use of that promise; cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pns21 vmb vvi po21 n1; cs pns21 vh2 d n1 vvg p-acp pno21, pns21 vmb vvi n1 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
814 if thou hast any fear of God, thou mu•• •ook to cheri•h it, and nourish it, if thou hast any Fear of God, thou mu•• •ook to cheri•h it, and nourish it, cs pns21 vh2 d n1 pp-f np1, pns21 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
815 and look that it doth not die and decay; and look that it does not die and decay; cc vvb cst pn31 vdz xx vvi cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
816 for grace is of that nature, it must be stirred up, 2 Tim. 1. 6. as it is •ith a bowle• though the bowle be made never so right, for grace is of that nature, it must be stirred up, 2 Tim. 1. 6. as it is •ith a bowle• though the bowl be made never so right, p-acp n1 vbz pp-f d n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbz av dt n1 cs dt n1 vbb vvn av av av-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
817 and fit to run this way, and th•• wa• yet if a man doe bowle it on the ground overgrowne with grasse, i• will have an hundred rubs, and will not goe; and fit to run this Way, and th•• wa• yet if a man do bowl it on the ground overgrown with grass, i• will have an hundred rubs, and will not go; cc j pc-acp vvi d n1, cc n1 n1 av cs dt n1 vdb n1 pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, n1 vmb vhi dt crd n2, cc vmb xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
818 so i• thou let thy hear• be overgrown with lusts and corruptions, grace will move dully; so i• thou let thy hear• be overgrown with Lustiest and corruptions, grace will move dully; av n1 pns21 vvb po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, n1 vmb vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
819 unlesse you make way for it, and stir it up, it will gather •rust, and a rusty k•y will not readily open the door; unless you make Way for it, and stir it up, it will gather •rust, and a rusty k•y will not readily open the door; cs pn22 vvb n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvb pn31 a-acp, pn31 vmb vvi n1, cc dt j n1 vmb xx av-j vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
820 a rustly grace, a neglected grace will never work kindl•; a rustly grace, a neglected grace will never work kindl•; dt av-j n1, dt j-vvn n1 vmb av-x vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
821 Take faith, or knowledge, or experience, or any ot•er grace, i• yo• n•gl•ct it, if you stir it not up, it works but poorly, not as though 〈 … 〉ns stirring did the thing; Take faith, or knowledge, or experience, or any ot•er grace, i• yo• n•gl•ct it, if you stir it not up, it works but poorly, not as though 〈 … 〉ns stirring did the thing; vvb n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn n1, n1 n1 vvi pn31, cs pn22 vvb pn31 xx a-acp, pn31 vvz p-acp av-j, xx c-acp cs 〈 … ng2 j-vvg vdd dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
822 no, it is grace that doth all. no, it is grace that does all. uh-dx, pn31 vbz n1 cst vdz d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 53 Page 23
823 Secon•ly Another reason is, because there is no promise in all the Bible for the keeping of the children of God from this or that sin absolutel• but only upon condition; Secon•ly another reason is, Because there is no promise in all the bible for the keeping of the children of God from this or that since absolutel• but only upon condition; av-j j-jn n1 vbz, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d cc d n1 n1 cc-acp av-j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
824 there is no hold that a soul can have upon God to bear him up, if he be carelesse; there is no hold that a soul can have upon God to bear him up, if he be careless; pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst dt n1 vmb vhi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, cs pns31 vbb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
825 'tis certain that God in his infinite wisedome hath not left the conversion of people, and their standing in grace in this fashion, that in case they will be converted, so; it's certain that God in his infinite Wisdom hath not left the conversion of people, and their standing in grace in this fashion, that in case they will be converted, so; pn31|vbz j cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1 vhz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po32 n-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cst p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn, av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
826 if not, let them die and •erish; no, but he will convert them, and he will give them a will to yield; if not, let them die and •erish; no, but he will convert them, and he will give them a will to yield; cs xx, vvb pno32 vvi cc vvi; uh-dx, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
827 he will make them of unwilling to be willing, and will turn them home unto him; he will make them of unwilling to be willing, and will turn them home unto him; pns31 vmb vvi pno32 pp-f j pc-acp vbi j, cc vmb vvi pno32 av-an p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
828 and when they are converted, he doth not say, this man I will bring to my •ingdome and Glory, and when they Are converted, he does not say, this man I will bring to my •ingdome and Glory, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns31 vdz xx vvi, d n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
829 if he stand upon his guard, and be carefull if not, he shall perish; no, God is absolutely minded he shall be saved; if he stand upon his guard, and be careful if not, he shall perish; no, God is absolutely minded he shall be saved; cs pns31 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc vbi j cs xx, pns31 vmb vvi; uh-dx, np1 vbz av-j vvn pns31 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
830 and though he hath played the undutiful beast, He will chasten him with rods, but his loving kindness he will not take away for ever; and though he hath played the undutiful beast, He will chasten him with rods, but his loving kindness he will not take away for ever; cc cs pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n2, cc-acp po31 j-vvg n1 pns31 vmb xx vvi av p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
831 nay, be will give him an heart to cleave to him for ever, that he shall not goe quite away from him; nay, be will give him an heart to cleave to him for ever, that he shall not go quite away from him; uh, vbb n1 vvb pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp av, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi av av p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
832 and this is the infinite goodnesse of God, that he doth not hang their eternal life upon their own wills, and this is the infinite Goodness of God, that he does not hang their Eternal life upon their own wills, cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vdz xx vvi po32 j n1 p-acp po32 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
833 if he did, no •lesh would •e saved; here is the goodnesse of God: if he did, no •lesh would •e saved; Here is the Goodness of God: cs pns31 vdd, dx n1 vmd vbi vvn; av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
834 but now for particular passages, they have no such hold of God, but they are turned to the use of the meanes; but now for particular passages, they have no such hold of God, but they Are turned to the use of the means; cc-acp av c-acp j n2, pns32 vhb dx d n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
835 a man is turned to the use of the means in the other too; a man is turned to the use of the means in the other too; dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n-jn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
836 a man cannot think to stand in grace to hold out at all, but he must look to the use of the meanes; a man cannot think to stand in grace to hold out At all, but he must look to the use of the means; dt n1 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
837 but in •ase men have ne•lected, God will not take his people upon the lurch; but in •ase men have ne•lected, God will not take his people upon the lurch; cc-acp p-acp j n2 vhb vvn, np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
838 but here he may •ake them, and for ought we know, he will take them upon the lurch, if they gr•• carelesse; but Here he may •ake them, and for ought we know, he will take them upon the lurch, if they gr•• careless; cc-acp av pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cc c-acp pi pns12 vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt vvi, cs pns32 n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
839 when we meet with a temptation, we venture upon it, suppose it be to be earthly, when we meet with a temptation, we venture upon it, suppose it be to be earthly, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, vvb pn31 vbi pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
840 and vain, and omit good duties, take heed; and vain, and omit good duties, take heed; cc j, cc vvb j n2, vvb n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
841 who knowes what God may doe? how he may break our hearts, and rend us, and teare in pieces; who knows what God may do? how he may break our hearts, and rend us, and tear in Pieces; r-crq vvz r-crq n1 vmb vdi? c-crq pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc vvb pno12, cc vvi p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
842 who knowes what may fall for dulnesse, and deadnesse, and untowardnesse, and want of peace of conscience, who knows what may fallen for dulness, and deadness, and untowardness, and want of peace of conscience, r-crq vvz r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
843 for irksomenesse and awknesse, that a man hath an hellish life from day to day; we may fall into this; for irksomeness and awknesse, that a man hath an hellish life from day to day; we may fallen into this; p-acp n1 cc n1, cst dt n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
844 the best of all Gods people, if they stand not upon their guard, nay, watchfulnesse is the thing that is commended to us. the best of all God's people, if they stand not upon their guard, nay, watchfulness is the thing that is commended to us. dt js pp-f d ng1 n1, cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp po32 n1, uh-x, n1 vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
845 God hath shewed us when we may have all grace, and be kept from all deadnesse; God hath showed us when we may have all grace, and be kept from all deadness; np1 vhz vvn pno12 c-crq pns12 vmb vhi d n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
846 and when we ma• have life, and comfort, and quickening, and when he will be found of us, and when we ma• have life, and Comfort, and quickening, and when he will be found of us, cc c-crq pns12 n1 vhb n1, cc n1, cc j-vvg, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
847 namely, when we seek him with all our hearts; namely, when we seek him with all our hearts; av, c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp d po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
848 but let a man be carelesse of seeking of God, he will be carelesse of him; but let a man be careless of seeking of God, he will be careless of him; cc-acp vvb dt n1 vbi j pp-f vvg pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
849 and if a man doe not stir up the grace of God, let him know he falls into the hands of a consuming fire; and if a man do not stir up the grace of God, let him know he falls into the hands of a consuming fire; cc cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno31 vvi pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
850 he is not only so to the Reprobate; but even to his Sain•s and children, if they grow carelesse; he is not only so to the Reprobate; but even to his Sain•s and children, if they grow careless; pns31 vbz xx av-j av p-acp dt n-jn; cc-acp av p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cs pns32 vvb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
851 therefore when Paul was about to leave the world, he gives Timothy this charge, O Tim thy, preach in season and out of season, &c. what followes? watch thou in all things; Therefore when Paul was about to leave the world, he gives Timothy this charge, Oh Tim thy, preach in season and out of season, etc. what follows? watch thou in all things; av c-crq np1 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vvz np1 d n1, uh np1 po21, vvb p-acp n1 cc av pp-f n1, av r-crq vvz? vvb pns21 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 23
852 as who should say, may be you shall meet with many temptations and discouragements, and therefore watch in all things, 2 Tim. 4, 5. as Christ saith, What I say to you, I say to all, Watch, Mark 13. 37. as who should say, may be you shall meet with many temptations and discouragements, and Therefore watch in all things, 2 Tim. 4, 5. as christ Says, What I say to you, I say to all, Watch, Mark 13. 37. p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2, cc av vvb p-acp d n2, crd np1 crd, crd p-acp np1 vvz, r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb p-acp d, vvb, vvb crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 54 Page 24
853 Because we see this by experience in the Sain•s of God in all ages, that sometimes God leaves his people; Because we see this by experience in the Sain•s of God in all ages, that sometime God leaves his people; c-acp pns12 vvb d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, cst av np1 vvz po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
854 and when he doth leave them, they fall into grievous sinnes; this cannot be denied; for experience proves it in every generation: and when he does leave them, they fallen into grievous Sins; this cannot be denied; for experience Proves it in every generation: cc c-crq pns31 vdz vvi pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp j n2; d vmbx vbi vvn; p-acp n1 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
855 You see Jacob himselfe, how grievously he sinned, he yielded to his Mother to tell a lye, thinking to get a blessing by an untruth, by saying he was Esau, when he was not; You see Jacob himself, how grievously he sinned, he yielded to his Mother to tell a lie, thinking to get a blessing by an untruth, by saying he was Esau, when he was not; pn22 vvb np1 px31, c-crq av-j pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pns31 vbds np1, c-crq pns31 vbds xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
856 and you see what misery he brought upon himselfe by it; even twenty years bondage that one sinne did cost that poor man; and you see what misery he brought upon himself by it; even twenty Years bondage that one sin did cost that poor man; cc pn22 vvb r-crq n1 pns31 vvd p-acp px31 p-acp pn31; av crd ng2 n1 d crd n1 vdd vvi d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
857 he thought to get the blessing; for it was Gods promise; he Thought to get the blessing; for it was God's promise; pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1; c-acp pn31 vbds npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
858 but by his unlawful going about it, God kept him from it in a terrible manner, but by his unlawful going about it, God kept him from it in a terrible manner, cc-acp p-acp po31 j vvg p-acp pn31, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
859 and brought him a wide way about; and so we might instance in many other Saints of God; and brought him a wide Way about; and so we might instance in many other Saints of God; cc vvd pno31 dt j n1 a-acp; cc av pns12 vmd n1 p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
860 for this is most certain, let a man be the dearest of Gods servants, yet if sinne be yielded unto, it will disuse a man of Gods Ordinances, for this is most certain, let a man be the dearest of God's Servants, yet if sin be yielded unto, it will disuse a man of God's Ordinances, p-acp d vbz av-ds j, vvb dt n1 vbb dt js-jn pp-f npg1 n2, av cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp, pn31 vmb n1 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
861 and make a man untoward to good duties; it will make a breach between God and the soul; and make a man untoward to good duties; it will make a breach between God and the soul; cc vvi dt n1 j p-acp j n2; pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
862 it will drive him, and carry him into thickets and bushes, as Adam; the Spirit of God will turn away the gale of his breath, it will drive him, and carry him into thickets and Bushes, as Adam; the Spirit of God will turn away the gale of his breath, pn31 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp np1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
863 and then how uncomfortable a man shall be in good duties, we may think with our selves, and then how uncomfortable a man shall be in good duties, we may think with our selves, cc av c-crq j dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp j n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
864 and reason the case in our own souls; it will be so, for God is an holy God; and reason the case in our own Souls; it will be so, for God is an holy God; cc vvb dt n1 p-acp po12 d n2; pn31 vmb vbi av, c-acp np1 vbz dt j np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
865 for though he love his people that re•oyce in his name, yet he hath said, that all their wayes should be with trembling, Psal. 2. 11. for though he love his people that re•oyce in his name, yet he hath said, that all their ways should be with trembling, Psalm 2. 11. c-acp cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 cst n1 p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vhz vvn, cst d po32 n2 vmd vbi p-acp vvg, np1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 55 Page 24
866 But you will say, Is grace indifferent in regard of particular passages? grace will work, a man shall be converted, But you will say, Is grace indifferent in regard of particular passages? grace will work, a man shall be converted, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vbz n1 j p-acp n1 pp-f j n2? n1 vmb vvi, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 56 Page 24
867 and shall not fall totally and finally away; and shall not fallen totally and finally away; cc vmb xx vvi av-j cc av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 56 Page 24
868 but in particular passages is grace indifferent, to let a man doe what he list? God forbid; that man hath no grace that hath such thoughts. but in particular passages is grace indifferent, to let a man do what he list? God forbid; that man hath no grace that hath such thoughts. cc-acp p-acp j n2 vbz n1 j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vdb r-crq pns31 vvd? np1 vvi; cst n1 vhz dx n1 cst vhz d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 56 Page 24
869 For first grace when it comes into the soul, it sets up an universal principle to serve God, not only in the main course of his life, For First grace when it comes into the soul, it sets up an universal principle to serve God, not only in the main course of his life, p-acp ord n1 c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz a-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1, xx av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
870 but in every particular, to hate all sinne, and in every particular, to love all good duties; but in every particular, to hate all sin, and in every particular, to love all good duties; cc-acp p-acp d j, pc-acp vvi d n1, cc p-acp d j, pc-acp vvi d j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
871 and every particular, to be careful at home and abroad, and in his calling; in company and alone; in health and sicknesse; in all estates; and every particular, to be careful At home and abroad, and in his calling; in company and alone; in health and sickness; in all estates; cc d j, pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1-an cc av, cc p-acp po31 n-vvg; p-acp n1 cc j; p-acp n1 cc n1; p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
872 whether he be rich or poor; whether he be persecuted or not persecuted; in all conditions of life to hate all sin, and follow all goodnesse; whither he be rich or poor; whither he be persecuted or not persecuted; in all conditions of life to hate all since, and follow all Goodness; cs pns31 vbb j cc j; cs pns31 vbb vvn cc xx vvn; p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, cc vvi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
873 grace sets up this principle wheresoever it is; but yet a man may fall into a thousand sinnes, if he be not watchful; grace sets up this principle wheresoever it is; but yet a man may fallen into a thousand Sins, if he be not watchful; n1 vvz a-acp d n1 c-crq pn31 vbz; cc-acp av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd n2, cs pns31 vbb xx j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
874 but if there be not such a principle in thy heart, thou art not a child of God, and a believer. but if there be not such a principle in thy heart, thou art not a child of God, and a believer. cc-acp cs pc-acp vbb xx d dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vb2r xx dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
875 Psal. 119. 3. The people of God are described by this, They doe no iniquity, they walk in his wayes. Psalm 119. 3. The people of God Are described by this, They do no iniquity, they walk in his ways. np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp d, pns32 vdb av-dx n1, pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
876 He speaks of this principle, not that they may not fall, but if they doe, it is meerly against the principle; He speaks of this principle, not that they may not fallen, but if they do, it is merely against the principle; pns31 vvz pp-f d n1, xx cst pns32 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp cs pns32 vdb, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
877 if a man hath true grace, he hath a principle to love and fear God, not only for the main, but in every particular passage. if a man hath true grace, he hath a principle to love and Fear God, not only for the main, but in every particular passage. cs dt n1 vhz j n1, pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1 np1, xx av-j p-acp dt j, cc-acp p-acp d j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 57 Page 24
878 Secondly, It is plain that cannot be the meaning of it, that grace is indifferent, Secondly, It is plain that cannot be the meaning of it, that grace is indifferent, ord, pn31 vbz j cst vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst n1 vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
879 because that if grace be truly in any man, it doth set up a watch in the soul to preserve it, that the man shall be eager not to sin in any particular, Because that if grace be truly in any man, it does Set up a watch in the soul to preserve it, that the man shall be eager not to sin in any particular, c-acp cst cs n1 vbb av-j p-acp d n1, pn31 vdz vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cst dt n1 vmb vbi j xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
880 and desirous in some measure, and careful in some degree, to doe all manner of good; and desirous in Some measure, and careful in Some degree, to do all manner of good; cc j p-acp d n1, cc j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vdi d n1 pp-f j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
881 if a man give way to the lusts of the flesh, his care may be brought to a low ebb; if a man give Way to the Lustiest of the Flesh, his care may be brought to a low ebb; cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
882 but grace sets up a watch in the soule, and breeds care, and desire, and purposes, but grace sets up a watch in the soul, and breeds care, and desire, and Purposes, cc-acp n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz n1, cc n1, cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
883 and resolutions, and revenge upon his own lusts, and abundance of things, as you may see 2 Cor. 7. 11. So that grace will not let a man be indifferent; and resolutions, and revenge upon his own Lustiest, and abundance of things, as you may see 2 Cor. 7. 11. So that grace will not let a man be indifferent; cc n2, cc vvi p-acp po31 d n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi crd np1 crd crd av d n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
884 therefore when we say for particulars, God doth not undertake this or that; Therefore when we say for particulars, God does not undertake this or that; av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2-j, np1 vdz xx vvi d cc d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
885 the meaning is not as if grace would only convert a man, and keep him from falling totally and finally away; the meaning is not as if grace would only convert a man, and keep him from falling totally and finally away; dt n1 vbz xx c-acp cs n1 vmd av-j vvi dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp vvg av-j cc av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
886 but for particulars it is indifferent; this is to blaspheme the grace of God; but for particulars it is indifferent; this is to Blaspheme the grace of God; cc-acp p-acp n2-jn pn31 vbz j; d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
887 but the meaning is, though a man be the childe of God and never so much mortified, but the meaning is, though a man be the child of God and never so much mortified, cc-acp dt n1 vbz, cs dt n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc av-x av av-d vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 24
888 if this man should grow carelesse, and remiss, and secure, and give way to sin, grace doth not undertake to keep a man from the fearfullest falls that can be, nor from the fearfullest distempers. if this man should grow careless, and remiss, and secure, and give Way to since, grace does not undertake to keep a man from the fearfullest falls that can be, nor from the fearfullest distempers. cs d n1 vmd vvi j, cc j, cc j, cc vvb n1 p-acp n1, n1 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt js n2 cst vmb vbi, ccx p-acp dt js n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 25
889 Indeed when a man hath play'd the beast, God may preserve him, but a man cannot look for this at the hands of God; Indeed when a man hath played the beast, God may preserve him, but a man cannot look for this At the hands of God; np1 c-crq dt n1 vhz vvd dt n1, np1 vmb vvi pno31, cc-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 25
890 who knows how God will deal with him, if he be unthankful to God for his grace and goodness, who knows how God will deal with him, if he be unthankful to God for his grace and Goodness, r-crq vvz c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vbb j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 25
891 and mercy vouchsafed unto him? The second Use: and mercy vouchsafed unto him? The second Use: cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31? dt ord n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 58 Page 25
892 Is is so that a child of God may be left to himselfe to fall fouly, Is is so that a child of God may be left to himself to fallen foully, vbz vbz av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
893 then let every one that hopes he hath any grace, learn the words of Saint Paul, Work out your salvation with fear and trembling, Phil. 2 12. Hath any man gotten quickening? goe on with fear and trembling; then let every one that hope's he hath any grace, Learn the words of Saint Paul, Work out your salvation with Fear and trembling, Philip 2 12. Hath any man got quickening? go on with Fear and trembling; av vvb d pi cst vvz pns31 vhz d n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, vvb av po22 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, np1 crd crd vhz d n1 vvn n-vvg? vvb a-acp p-acp n1 cc j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
894 hath any got softness of heart? in the fear of God goe on with a trembling heart, hath any god softness of heart? in the Fear of God go on with a trembling heart, vhz d vvn n1 pp-f n1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
895 and consider how brittle your hearts are; they are like glass, you had need goe charily and tenderly up and down; and Consider how brittle your hearts Are; they Are like glass, you had need go charily and tenderly up and down; cc vvb c-crq j po22 n2 vbr; pns32 vbr av-j n1, pn22 vhd n1 vvi av-j cc av-j a-acp cc a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
896 grace is a fine delicate thing; grace is a fine delicate thing; n1 vbz dt j j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
897 if it be cherished and preserved, and stirred up, what a deal of good may a man attain unto? if God hath been good to any of us, to give us any saving grace, we are very fooles if we look not to it; if it be cherished and preserved, and stirred up, what a deal of good may a man attain unto? if God hath been good to any of us, to give us any Saving grace, we Are very Fools if we look not to it; cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn, cc vvd a-acp, r-crq dt n1 pp-f j vmb dt n1 vvi p-acp? cs np1 vhz vbn j p-acp d pp-f pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 d vvg n1, pns12 vbr j n2 cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
898 it is a dainty and delicate thing; it is a dainty and delicate thing; pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
899 it cannot enter indeed into a mans heart to conceive what a great mercy God hath vouchsafed unto him, it cannot enter indeed into a men heart to conceive what a great mercy God hath vouchsafed unto him, pn31 vmbx vvi av p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
900 if he hath bestowed any grace upon him; therefore be chary of it, and remember Lots Wife; remember those fearful examples; if he hath bestowed any grace upon him; Therefore be chary of it, and Remember Lots Wife; Remember those fearful Examples; cs pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pno31; av vbb j pp-f pn31, cc vvi npg1 n1; vvb d j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
901 remember how David brake his bones; Remember how David brake his bones; vvb c-crq np1 vvd po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
902 remember the miserable, distressed, uncomfortable condition thou mayst bring thy soul into ▪ if thou dost not take heed to thy selfe? and if thou beest in such a condition, consider what gracious promises there are to help thee up again, Remember the miserable, distressed, uncomfortable condition thou Mayest bring thy soul into ▪ if thou dost not take heed to thy self? and if thou Best in such a condition, Consider what gracious promises there Are to help thee up again, vvb dt j, j-vvn, j n1 pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp ▪ cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi n1 p-acp po21 n1? cc cs pns21 vb2s p-acp d dt n1, vvb r-crq j n2 pc-acp vbr pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
903 and what gracious examples, to make thee think with thy selfe, there is yet grace, and mercy, and quickening for me; and what gracious Examples, to make thee think with thy self, there is yet grace, and mercy, and quickening for me; cc r-crq j n2, pc-acp vvi pno21 vvi p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vbz av n1, cc n1, cc j-vvg p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
904 and if I seek God, he will assuredly be found of me. The third Use. and if I seek God, he will assuredly be found of me. The third Use. cc cs pns11 vvb np1, pns31 vmb av-vvn vbi vvn pp-f pno11. dt ord n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 59 Page 25
905 Is it so, that a childe of God may fall so foulely? Then let not any man stumble at this Doctrine; Is it so, that a child of God may fallen so foully? Then let not any man Stumble At this Doctrine; vbz pn31 av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av av-j? av vvb xx d n1 vvi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
906 let not any think a childe of God cannot fall to be so dead; let not any think a child of God cannot fallen to be so dead; vvb xx d vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbi av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
907 I say, doe not stumble at it, but rather see if it be not thy case, I say, do not Stumble At it, but rather see if it be not thy case, pns11 vvb, vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp av-c vvb cs pn31 vbb xx po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
908 if thou art not fallen down into this depth of misery; if thou art not fallen down into this depth of misery; cs pns21 vb2r xx vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
909 for what have I said? did not I say that a childe of God might lose his zeal? Look abroad what zeal is up and down, what yearnings when the Church is in misery; for what have I said? did not I say that a child of God might loose his zeal? Look abroad what zeal is up and down, what yearnings when the Church is in misery; p-acp r-crq vhb pns11 vvn? vdd xx pns11 vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi po31 n1? n1 av q-crq n1 vbz a-acp cc a-acp, r-crq ng1 c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
910 nay, what need we look abroad? who hath zeal against his own sins and corruptions? Again, did I not say that a childe of God may lose his affections? what affections are now a dayes? we heare Sermons, nay, what need we look abroad? who hath zeal against his own Sins and corruptions? Again, did I not say that a child of God may loose his affections? what affections Are now a days? we hear Sermons, uh-x, q-crq vvb pns12 vvb av? q-crq vhz n1 p-acp po31 d n2 cc n2? av, vdd pns11 xx vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi po31 n2? q-crq n2 vbr av dt n2? pns12 vvb n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
911 but what affections are stirred up, either in hearing, or speaking the Word of God? So for prayer, what affections are there in prayer? So for sin, what griefe is there for our sins? There is no affection or sorrow at all in us. but what affections Are stirred up, either in hearing, or speaking the Word of God? So for prayer, what affections Are there in prayer? So for since, what grief is there for our Sins? There is no affection or sorrow At all in us. cc-acp q-crq n2 vbr vvn a-acp, av-d p-acp vvg, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1? av p-acp n1, r-crq n2 vbr a-acp p-acp n1? av p-acp n1, r-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp po12 n2? pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp d p-acp pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
912 Where is that same anguish of heart that should be in us for our corruptions? they are even lost; Where is that same anguish of heart that should be in us for our corruptions? they Are even lost; q-crq vbz d d n1 pp-f n1 cst vmd vbi p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2? pns32 vbr av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
913 I speak not of wicked men only, but even of good people, though they be sensible of their deadnesse, I speak not of wicked men only, but even of good people, though they be sensible of their deadness, pns11 vvb xx pp-f j n2 av-j, cc-acp av pp-f j n1, cs pns32 vbb j pp-f po32 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
914 and hardnesse of heart, though they see it, yet they are not able to relent at it; and hardness of heart, though they see it, yet they Are not able to relent At it; cc n1 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vvb pn31, av pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
915 Then for desires, where are they? Did I say a childe of God may have hardly any desire almost, not be able to wrestle with God for grace, and tug for it; Then for Desires, where Are they? Did I say a child of God may have hardly any desire almost, not be able to wrestle with God for grace, and tug for it; av p-acp n2, q-crq vbr pns32? vdd pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi av d n1 av, xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
916 and is not this our case? What frozen prayers? what cold devotions are sent up from day to day? So, did I say a childe of God may be senselesse of sin? How far hath this distemper grown upon us now a dayes? our hearts might even ake to be privy to that backwardnesse, and untowardnesse, and unfruitfulnesse; and is not this our case? What frozen Prayers? what cold devotions Are sent up from day to day? So, did I say a child of God may be senseless of since? How Far hath this distemper grown upon us now a days? our hearts might even ache to be privy to that backwardness, and untowardness, and unfruitfulness; cc vbz xx d po12 n1? q-crq j-vvn n2? q-crq j-jn n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1? np1, vdd pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j pp-f n1? c-crq av-j vhz d n1 vvn p-acp pno12 av dt n2? po12 n2 vmd av vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
917 I say, it might make us to be at our wits end, until we were delivered, and yet no man complaines; I say, it might make us to be At our wits end, until we were Delivered, and yet no man complains; pns11 vvb, pn31 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi p-acp po12 n2 vvi, c-acp pns12 vbdr vvn, cc av dx n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
918 there is complaining in a dull manner, but no mans heart bursts almost. there is complaining in a dull manner, but no men heart bursts almost. pc-acp vbz vvg p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp dx ng1 n1 vvz av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
919 Again, did I say a childe of God may grow palpably vain, and proud, and worldly, that a man that hath but halfe an eye may see it, Again, did I say a child of God may grow palpably vain, and proud, and worldly, that a man that hath but half an eye may see it, av, vdd pns11 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av-j j, cc j, cc j, cst dt n1 cst vhz cc-acp av-jn dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
920 and take notice of it? is not it thus among us? how do we discover our shame wheresoever we come? those that have but half an eye see how worldly we are, and take notice of it? is not it thus among us? how do we discover our shame wheresoever we come? those that have but half an eye see how worldly we Are, cc vvb n1 pp-f pn31? vbz xx pn31 av p-acp pno12? q-crq vdb pns12 vvi po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vvb? d cst vhb p-acp j-jn dt n1 vvb c-crq j pns12 vbr, (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 25
921 and how we have no mind to God, and the things of eternal life; and how we have no mind to God, and the things of Eternal life; cc c-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n2 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 26
922 is not this our conversation from day to day? nay, the very world sees it, they see how heartless good people are grown. is not this our Conversation from day to day? nay, the very world sees it, they see how heartless good people Are grown. vbz xx d po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1? uh-x, dt j n1 vvz pn31, pns32 vvb c-crq j j n1 vbr vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 60 Page 26
923 The last use may be to rap all mens fingers off, that think to comfort themselves with this that hath been said; The last use may be to rap all men's fingers off, that think to Comfort themselves with this that hath been said; dt ord n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi d ng2 n2 a-acp, cst vvb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d cst vhz vbn vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 61 Page 26
924 there are these things will answer these conceits; there Are these things will answer these conceits; pc-acp vbr d n2 vmb vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 61 Page 26
925 first, all this is nothing to thee, unless thou wert once a godly, holy, zealous man; First, all this is nothing to thee, unless thou Wertenberg once a godly, holy, zealous man; ord, d d vbz pix p-acp pno21, cs pns21 vbd2r a-acp dt j, j, j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 61 Page 26
926 for all these examples are of men that were once zealous and forward for God and goodness; for all these Examples Are of men that were once zealous and forward for God and Goodness; p-acp d d n2 vbr pp-f n2 cst vbdr a-acp j cc av-j p-acp np1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 61 Page 26
927 they were once changed from the estate of nature to the estate of grace: they were once changed from the estate of nature to the estate of grace: pns32 vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 61 Page 26
928 And again, when they were fallen, they gat up again, and were the more wary and watchful afterwards, And again, when they were fallen, they got up again, and were the more wary and watchful afterwards, cc av, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, pns32 vvd a-acp av, cc vbdr dt av-dc j cc j av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 61 Page 26
929 but it is not so with thee. but it is not so with thee. cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av p-acp pno21. (7) treatise (DIV2) 61 Page 26
930 Now we come in the next place to shew what are the causes of this deadness of mens hearts, in these times wherein God hath revealed himself more fully and clearly; Now we come in the next place to show what Are the Causes of this deadness of men's hearts, in these times wherein God hath revealed himself more Fully and clearly; av pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f ng2 n2, p-acp d n2 c-crq np1 vhz vvn px31 av-dc av-j cc av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
931 the general reason of this is the giving way to sin, and not looking to themselves to abstain from sin, the general reason of this is the giving Way to since, and not looking to themselves to abstain from since, dt j n1 pp-f d vbz dt vvg n1 p-acp n1, cc xx vvg p-acp px32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
932 and have a care of the commandments of God, and walking before him as they ought to do, which thing is an horrible deader of the heart; and have a care of the Commandments of God, and walking before him as they ought to do, which thing is an horrible deader of the heart; cc vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp pno31 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, r-crq n1 vbz dt j jc pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
933 as Solomon speaks concerning the adulterer, he knows not that the dead are there; as Solomon speaks Concerning the adulterer, he knows not that the dead Are there; c-acp np1 vvz vvg dt n1, pns31 vvz xx d dt j vbr a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
934 when a man gives way to sin, to worldliness, or passion, or any other corruption, he doth even go where the dead are, when a man gives Way to since, to worldliness, or passion, or any other corruption, he does even go where the dead Are, c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn n1, pns31 vdz av vvi c-crq dt j vbr, (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
935 and there where the guests of hell are; and there where the guests of hell Are; cc a-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
936 if a man gives way to pleasure, to be carried away with sinful delights, this will dead a mans heart; if a man gives Way to pleasure, to be carried away with sinful delights, this will dead a men heart; cs dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp j n2, d vmb av-j dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
937 as the Apostle sheweth of the Widows that lived in pleasure, 1 Tim. 5. 6. they were dead while they were alive; as the Apostle shows of the Widows that lived in pleasure, 1 Tim. 5. 6. they were dead while they were alive; c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n2 cst vvd p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr j cs pns32 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
938 as soon as ever David gave way to his sinful corruptions, his heart was deaded presently upon it, as soon as ever David gave Way to his sinful corruptions, his heart was deadened presently upon it, a-acp av c-acp av np1 vvd n1 p-acp po31 j n2, po31 n1 vbds vvn av-j p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
939 as may appear by the prayer he had afterwards, when he came to himself, and to look out for quickning, uphold me with thy free spirit, Psal. 51. 12. as who should say, I feel a base dull slavish spirit come upon me, that former liveliness that was in me it is wofully decayed; as may appear by the prayer he had afterwards, when he Come to himself, and to look out for quickening, uphold me with thy free Spirit, Psalm 51. 12. as who should say, I feel a base dull slavish Spirit come upon me, that former liveliness that was in me it is woefully decayed; c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd av, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp j-vvg, vvb pno11 p-acp po21 j n1, np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vvb dt j j j n1 vvn p-acp pno11, cst j n1 cst vbds p-acp pno11 pn31 vbz av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
940 sin had made a mighty breach in his soul, it had knockt off his wheels and made him dull, since had made a mighty breach in his soul, it had knocked off his wheels and made him dull, n1 vhd vvn dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vhd vvn a-acp po31 n2 cc vvd pno31 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
941 and therefore he is fain to pray that God would give him a free spirit again; and Therefore he is fain to pray that God would give him a free Spirit again; cc av pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 dt j n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
942 so it was with Peter, as soon as ever he had given way to his curiosity, so it was with Peter, as soon as ever he had given Way to his curiosity, av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
943 and security, and presumption, he would needs go and see sights, he would go into the high Priests hall, and security, and presumption, he would needs go and see sights, he would go into the high Priests hall, cc n1, cc n1, pns31 vmd av vvi cc vvi n2, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt j ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
944 and see how the business went; he did not see the proneness of his heart to be carried into sin; and see how the business went; he did not see the proneness of his heart to be carried into since; cc vvb c-crq dt n1 vvd; pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
945 now you may see how wofully it deaded his heart in a moment, as soon as the damsel spake ▪ thou also wert with Jesus of Galilee; now you may see how woefully it deadened his heart in a moment, as soon as the damsel spoke ▪ thou also Wertenberg with jesus of Galilee; av pn22 vmb vvi c-crq av-j pn31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvd ▪ pns21 av vbd2r p-acp uh-np pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
946 a man would wonder how no life at all almost appeared in that mans heart; a man would wonder how no life At all almost appeared in that men heart; dt n1 vmd vvi c-crq dx n1 p-acp d av vvd p-acp d ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
947 if he had had any life, would he have carried himself in that fashion? his life was so gone, that he cursed and sware that he never kn•w the man; if he had any life in him, he would rather have said, what if I were with Jesus of Galilee? I was with him, if he had had any life, would he have carried himself in that fashion? his life was so gone, that he cursed and sware that he never kn•w the man; if he had any life in him, he would rather have said, what if I were with jesus of Galilee? I was with him, cs pns31 vhd vhn d n1, vmd pns31 vhb vvn px31 p-acp d n1? po31 n1 vbds av vvn, cst pns31 vvd cc vvd cst pns31 av-x vvd dt n1; cs pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd av-c vhi vvn, r-crq cs pns11 vbdr p-acp np1 pp-f np1? pns11 vbds p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
948 and I am with him, and I will be with him, I am ready to dye with him, I profess my self to be his Disciple; and I am with him, and I will be with him, I am ready to die with him, I profess my self to be his Disciple; cc pns11 vbm p-acp pno31, cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns11 vvb po11 n1 pc-acp vbi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
949 he had no heart in the world to stand for Jesus Christ; he had no heart in the world to stand for jesus christ; pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
950 he had no heart to appear in pleading for him, and expose himself to danger for him; he had no heart to appear in pleading for him, and expose himself to danger for him; pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvi px31 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
951 he was now called to it, but he had no heart at all; he was now called to it, but he had no heart At all; pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp pn31, cc-acp pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
952 sin it is even like ashes cast upon the fire, the fire cannot then send sorth its heat; sin it is even like Ashes cast upon the fire, the fire cannot then send forth its heat; vvb pn31 vbz av j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmbx av vvi av po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
953 so sin doth even cast ashes upon the soul, that it cannot express such life as otherwise it would. so since does even cast Ashes upon the soul, that it cannot express such life as otherwise it would. av n1 vdz av vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmbx vvi d n1 c-acp av pn31 vmd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 62 Page 26
954 The first reason is, because sin is a soul killing thing; it is like Mare Mortuum, the fishes dye as soon as ever they come there; The First reason is, Because since is a soul killing thing; it is like Mare Mortuum, the Fish die as soon as ever they come there; dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp n1 vbz dt n1 vvg n1; pn31 vbz j fw-la fw-la, dt n2 vvb c-acp av c-acp av pns32 vvb a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 26
955 so when the Divel hooks a man into sin, he hooks him into the dead sea; so when the devil hooks a man into since, he hooks him into the dead sea; av c-crq dt n1 n2 dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 n2 pno31 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 26
956 as the Apostle saith of the Ephesians, you were dead in sins; as the Apostle Says of the Ephesians, you were dead in Sins; c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt np1, pn22 vbdr j p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 26
957 if the Divel can but hook a man into sin, he is presently in the dead sea; if the devil can but hook a man into since, he is presently in the dead sea; cs dt n1 vmb cc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz av-j p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 26
958 Hos. 13. 12. it is said of Ephraim, when he offended in Baal he died, &c. before, Hos. 13. 12. it is said of Ephraim, when he offended in Baal he died, etc. before, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 pns31 vvd, av a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 26
959 when their affections were up, and they trembled before God, they were lively; when their affections were up, and they trembled before God, they were lively; c-crq po32 n2 vbdr a-acp, cc pns32 vvd p-acp np1, pns32 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 26
960 but when they gave way to sin and iniquity, the Church presently died, they withered away more and more till they came to nothing; but when they gave Way to since and iniquity, the Church presently died, they withered away more and more till they Come to nothing; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n1 av-j vvd, pns32 vvd av av-dc cc av-dc c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 26
961 therefore the Apostle calls the Law of sin, the Law of death; the Law of the spirit of Christ hath freed us from the Law of sin, Therefore the Apostle calls the Law of since, the Law of death; the Law of the Spirit of christ hath freed us from the Law of since, av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
962 and of death, Rom. 8. 2. sin doth even bring a man to deaths door; and of death, Rom. 8. 2. since does even bring a man to death's door; cc pp-f n1, np1 crd crd n1 vdz av vvi dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
963 it doth weaken all the powers and faculties of the soul, that a man cannot stir to any duty; it does weaken all the Powers and faculties of the soul, that a man cannot stir to any duty; pn31 vdz vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
964 it makes a man like a snake that is frozen with the cold, it cannot stir; it makes a man like a snake that is frozen with the cold, it cannot stir; pn31 vvz dt n1 av-j dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn, pn31 vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
965 so it is with a man when he gives way to sin and iniquity, it freezeth all the powers that are in him, so it is with a man when he gives Way to since and iniquity, it freezeth all the Powers that Are in him, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz d dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
966 and lesseneth all the powers of Gods spirit; and lessens all the Powers of God's Spirit; cc vvz d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
967 it is even like a weight, as the Apostle calls it, Heb. 12. 1. If a man should have a great weight upon his back, fetters upon his legs, it is even like a weight, as the Apostle calls it, Hebrew 12. 1. If a man should have a great weight upon his back, fetters upon his legs, pn31 vbz av av-j dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd cs dt n1 vmd vhi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, n2 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
968 how can that man go? he must needs go very dully; so it is with sin and iniquity; how can that man go? he must needs go very dully; so it is with since and iniquity; q-crq vmb d n1 vvi? pns31 vmb av vvi av av-j; av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
969 when a man gives way to it, it is like plumets of lead, like great weights and burthens that clog a mans heart and affections, it makes them dull and lumpish and heavy to any thing that is good; when a man gives Way to it, it is like plumets of led, like great weights and burdens that clog a men heart and affections, it makes them dull and lumpish and heavy to any thing that is good; c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz j n2 pp-f n1, av-j j n2 cc n2 cst n1 dt ng1 n1 cc n2, pn31 vvz pno32 j cc j cc j p-acp d n1 cst vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
970 as Christ speaks of the cares of this life, if a man give way to them, they will overcharge the heart; as christ speaks of the Cares of this life, if a man give Way to them, they will overcharge the heart; c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
971 they will lie heavy that the heart cannot stir, Luke 21. 34. sin poysons all the soul, it poysons the mind, that a man cannot look upon things as he did; they will lie heavy that the heart cannot stir, Lycia 21. 34. since poisons all the soul, it poisons the mind, that a man cannot look upon things as he did; pns32 vmb vvi j cst dt n1 vmbx vvi, av crd crd n1 n2 d dt n1, pn31 n2 dt n1, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp n2 c-acp pns31 vdd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
972 it poysons a mans heart, though his heart were deeply affected towards God; it poisons a men heart, though his heart were deeply affected towards God; pn31 n2 dt ng1 n1, cs po31 n1 vbdr av-jn vvn p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
973 it is strange, if a man give way to sin, how it will take off the affections from God, it separates between God and the soul, it is strange, if a man give Way to since, how it will take off the affections from God, it separates between God and the soul, pn31 vbz j, cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, pn31 vvz p-acp np1 cc dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
974 and comes between God the fountain of life and the soul, and therefore must needs be a killing and deading thing. and comes between God the fountain of life and the soul, and Therefore must needs be a killing and deading thing. cc vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1, cc av vmb av vbi dt n-vvg cc vvg n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 63 Page 27
975 Secondly, Sin is a deading thing, because it doth grieve the holy spirit of God that dwels in a man; Secondly, since is a deading thing, Because it does grieve the holy Spirit of God that dwells in a man; ord, n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, c-acp pn31 vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
976 you know all the quickning of a Christian consists in the gracious assistance of Gods spirit; you know all the quickening of a Christian consists in the gracious assistance of God's Spirit; pn22 vvb d dt j-vvg pp-f dt njp vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
977 as long as Gods spirit is pleased to go along with us, and work our works for us, as long as God's Spirit is pleased to go along with us, and work our works for us, c-acp av-j c-acp npg1 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno12, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
978 then we can pray and deny our selves, then we are fitted to every good word and work; then we can pray and deny our selves, then we Are fitted to every good word and work; cs pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n2, cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
979 but if the spirit of God retire, if it withdraw and suspend his actions, and forbear his operations, what can a man do? a man is even a block without the spirit of God; but if the Spirit of God retire, if it withdraw and suspend his actions, and forbear his operations, what can a man do? a man is even a block without the Spirit of God; cc-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi, cs pn31 vvi cc vvi po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n2, r-crq vmb dt n1 vdb? dt n1 vbz av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
980 now though the spirit of God delight never so much in doing good to the Saints, now though the Spirit of God delight never so much in doing good to the Saints, av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 av-x av av-d p-acp vdg j p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
981 and delight in accompanying of them, and assisting of them, and enlarging of them in all their wayes; and delight in accompanying of them, and assisting of them, and enlarging of them in all their ways; cc vvi p-acp vvg pp-f pno32, cc vvg pp-f pno32, cc vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp d po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
982 yet if they give way to sin directly, he will be grieved, and sent sad back again to heaven, as it were; yet if they give Way to since directly, he will be grieved, and sent sad back again to heaven, as it were; av cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp n1 av-j, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvd j av av p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
983 and when the spirit of God is grieved, all must needs go sad and heavy with the child of God; and when the Spirit of God is grieved, all must needs go sad and heavy with the child of God; cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, d vmb av vvi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
984 suppose a child of God give way to vain talk and discourse; you shall see what the Apostle saith, this will grieve the spirit of God; suppose a child of God give Way to vain talk and discourse; you shall see what the Apostle Says, this will grieve the Spirit of God; vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1; pn22 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz, d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
985 grieve not the spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed to the day of redemption ▪ Eph. 4. 13. he speaks of that very sin, grieve not the Spirit of God, whereby you Are sealed to the day of redemption ▪ Ephesians 4. 13. he speaks of that very since, vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pp-f d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
986 if a man give way to it, the spirit of God will be grieved; though formerly he was pleased mightily to help, yet now he will withdraw; if a man give Way to it, the Spirit of God will be grieved; though formerly he was pleased mightily to help, yet now he will withdraw; cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn; cs av-j pns31 vbds vvn av-j pc-acp vvi, av av pns31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
987 and then how dully shall a man goon? so if we should give way to the suffering of our hearts not to be affected with God and his truth, not to see God in all his wayes, in all his goodness, and then how dully shall a man gone? so if we should give Way to the suffering of our hearts not to be affected with God and his truth, not to see God in all his ways, in all his Goodness, cc av c-crq av-j vmb dt n1 vvn? av cs pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
988 and dealings, that we should not be thankful, this will quench the spirit of God, it will quench its motions; and dealings, that we should not be thankful, this will quench the Spirit of God, it will quench its motions; cc n2-vvg, cst pns12 vmd xx vbi j, d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmb vvi po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
989 as if a man should pour pail-fuls of water upon the fire, so this will quench the spirit of God, 1 Thes. 5. 18, 19. there is a manifest dependence between all those exhortations; as if a man should pour pail-fuls of water upon the fire, so this will quench the Spirit of God, 1 Thebes 5. 18, 19. there is a manifest dependence between all those exhortations; c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, av d n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd a-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
990 and this is certain, let a man once not be affected with God, let him not see Gods goodness in all his wayes, let him not be affected with Gods mercy and loving kindness, it will quench the spirit of God; and this is certain, let a man once not be affected with God, let him not see God's Goodness in all his ways, let him not be affected with God's mercy and loving kindness, it will quench the Spirit of God; cc d vbz j, vvb dt n1 a-acp xx vbi vvn p-acp np1, vvb pno31 xx vvi npg1 n1 p-acp d po31 n2, vvb pno31 xx vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1 cc j-vvg n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
991 and then consider what a lamentable case a man shall be in. and then Consider what a lamentable case a man shall be in. cc av vvb r-crq dt j n1 dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 64 Page 27
992 Thirdly, Sin must needs dead a mans heart, because it doth put a most woful bitter hard task upon the soul to go through; Thirdly, since must needs dead a men heart, Because it does put a most woeful bitter hard task upon the soul to go through; ord, n1 vmb av j dt ng1 n1, c-acp pn31 vdz vvi dt av-ds j j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 27
993 for you know hard tasks stir up reluctancy against them; for you know hard tasks stir up reluctancy against them; c-acp pn22 vvb j n2 vvb a-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 27
994 when a man hath an hard task to go through, the very thought of it dulls him; when a man hath an hard task to go through, the very Thought of it dulls him; c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 27
995 it is like a stone upon his heart; it is like a stone upon his heart; pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 27
996 now let a man sin against grace and the goodness of God, and Gods gracious dealing, let a man sin against these, it doth put a man to a most hard task to go through, to go and humble himself before Almighty God; now let a man since against grace and the Goodness of God, and God's gracious dealing, let a man since against these, it does put a man to a most hard task to go through, to go and humble himself before Almighty God; av vvb dt n1 n1 p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 j n-vvg, vvb dt n1 n1 p-acp d, pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp j-jn np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 27
997 and the soul shall find a world of conflicts, that he is loth to come to it, loth to deal about this bitter business, to go about to renew his repentance with bitter remorse for his sins; and the soul shall find a world of conflicts, that he is loath to come to it, loath to deal about this bitter business, to go about to renew his Repentance with bitter remorse for his Sins; cc dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, j pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
998 it is like a desperate debtor that hath run himself over head and ears in debt; it is like a desperate debtor that hath run himself over head and ears in debt; pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1 cst vhz vvn px31 p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
999 the very thought of coming to a reckoning is death to him, he cannot abide to think of it; the very Thought of coming to a reckoning is death to him, he cannot abide to think of it; dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n-vvg vbz n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1000 it is like a boy that hath made false Latine; it is like a boy that hath made false Latin; pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 cst vhz vvn j jp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1001 if his Master should call him to construe and pearse it, and give a rule for every word, he knows it is not according to rule, he hath not looked after rule, and every thing is false; if his Master should call him to construe and pierce it, and give a Rule for every word, he knows it is not according to Rule, he hath not looked After Rule, and every thing is false; cs po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz pn31 vbz xx vvg pc-acp vvi, pns31 vhz xx vvn p-acp n1, cc d n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1002 now he cannot abide to come to construe and pearse it; so when a man hath provoked God by his sins, and hath broken his covenant, now he cannot abide to come to construe and pierce it; so when a man hath provoked God by his Sins, and hath broken his Covenant, av pns31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31; av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vhz vvn po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1003 and slighted his ordinances, when God calls him to construe and pearse, what do you make of such an action, and slighted his ordinances, when God calls him to construe and pierce, what do you make of such an actium, cc vvd po31 n2, c-crq np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi pp-f d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1004 and such a word, and such a thought? the heart is even afraid of these things, and such a word, and such a Thought? the heart is even afraid of these things, cc d dt n1, cc d dt n1? dt n1 vbz av j pp-f d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1005 as a dog is of a whip, it is an hard task to be brought to this; as a dog is of a whip, it is an hard task to be brought to this; c-acp dt n1 vbz pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1006 as David, when he had yielded to his security, and idleness, and unwatchfulness, and so had given way to Satan, you may see what an hard task he brought upon his soul, as David, when he had yielded to his security, and idleness, and unwatchfulness, and so had given Way to Satan, you may see what an hard task he brought upon his soul, c-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc av vhd vvn n1 p-acp np1, pn22 vmb vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1007 and how his soul was ever afraid to go about humiliation; how many frowning looks doth a man cast upon the pykes he must go through, and how his soul was ever afraid to go about humiliation; how many frowning looks does a man cast upon the pikes he must go through, cc c-crq po31 n1 vbds av j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; c-crq d j-vvg n2 vdz dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1008 if he mean to obtain mercy; it even deads him as a dagger at his heart; if he mean to obtain mercy; it even deads him as a dagger At his heart; cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi n1; pn31 av n2-j pno31 c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1009 David was loth to come to this, to come to a reckoning, to come to be humbled; David was loath to come to this, to come to a reckoning, to come to be humbled; np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1010 when Bathsheba sent him word that she was with child, then God called him to a reckoning to be humbled; when Bathsheba sent him word that she was with child, then God called him to a reckoning to be humbled; c-crq np1 vvd pno31 n1 cst pns31 vbds p-acp n1, cs np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n-vvg pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1011 God told him to his face it is high time to be humbled, and ashamed; God told him to his face it is high time to be humbled, and ashamed; np1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1012 God hath been laying rods in brine for thee, and to bring thee upon the stage, God hath been laying rods in brine for thee, and to bring thee upon the stage, np1 vhz vbn vvg n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, cc pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1013 and to make thee odious and vile in the sight of the world; and to make thee odious and vile in the sighed of the world; cc pc-acp vvi pno21 j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1014 yet he was loth to come to a reckoning, he shun'd it, and shut his eyes from seeing it, he devised tricks to send Ʋriah home to his Wife; yet he was loath to come to a reckoning, he shunned it, and shut his eyes from seeing it, he devised tricks to send Ʋriah home to his Wife; av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg, pns31 vvd pn31, cc vvd po31 n2 p-acp vvg pn31, pns31 vvd n2 pc-acp vvi np1 av-an p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1015 and when this would not be, but Ʋriah carried himself constantly, with feeling of the case of the Church that then lay in the field against their enemies; and when this would not be, but Ʋriah carried himself constantly, with feeling of the case of the Church that then lay in the field against their enemies; cc c-crq d vmd xx vbi, cc-acp np1 vvd px31 av-j, p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst av vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1016 this could not but call for humbling, yet he shunned it still, and instead of humbling himself, he went further into the briars, this could not but call for humbling, yet he shunned it still, and instead of humbling himself, he went further into the briers, d vmd xx cc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, av pns31 vvd pn31 av, cc av pp-f vvg px31, pns31 vvd av-jc p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1017 and made Ʋriah drunk, thinking then he would go home; and made Ʋriah drunk, thinking then he would go home; cc vvd np1 vvn, vvg cs pns31 vmd vvi av-an; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1018 it is impossible but he should see the hand of God in all this, that he gave him a warning to down on his knees; it is impossible but he should see the hand of God in all this, that he gave him a warning to down on his knees; pn31 vbz j p-acp pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d, cst pns31 vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp a-acp p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1019 but he shunned it again, and instead of humbling himself ▪ he devised the death of Ʋriah, and when n••s c•me Ʋriah is dead, which one would think should have been as an ha〈 … 〉r to have knockt him down, he puts this off, the sword kills one as well as another; but he shunned it again, and instead of humbling himself ▪ he devised the death of Ʋriah, and when n••s c•me Ʋriah is dead, which one would think should have been as an ha〈 … 〉r to have knocked him down, he puts this off, the sword kills one as well as Another; cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31 av, cc av pp-f vvg px31 ▪ pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc q-crq vbz vvn np1 vbz j, r-crq crd vmd vvi vmd vhi vbn p-acp dt n1 … jc-jn pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 a-acp, pns31 vvz d a-acp, dt n1 vvz pi c-acp av c-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1020 and till the Lord was pleased to set it on, he could not be brought to humble himself; and till the Lord was pleased to Set it on, he could not be brought to humble himself; cc p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1021 thus it is, sin puts an hard task upon a man; a man may easily slip into sin, it is a merry way unto it; thus it is, since puts an hard task upon a man; a man may Easily slip into since, it is a merry Way unto it; av pn31 vbz, n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; dt n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1022 but when a man is once in, he cannot get out again, without tearing and rending, but when a man is once in, he cannot get out again, without tearing and rending, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp p-acp, pns31 vmbx vvi av av, p-acp vvg cc vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1023 and abasing, and casting himself down before God; and abasing, and casting himself down before God; cc vvg, cc vvg px31 a-acp p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1024 this is an hard task, and the soul shall find abundance of reluctancies, and the very thought of it deads the soul, this is an hard task, and the soul shall find abundance of Reluctancies, and the very Thought of it deads the soul, d vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31 n2-j dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1025 unless the Lord be the more merciful. unless the Lord be the more merciful. cs dt n1 vbb dt av-dc j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 65 Page 28
1026 A fourth reason why sin deads a man, is, because sin defiles the conscience, for sin is a dead work, A fourth reason why since deads a man, is, Because since defiles the conscience, for since is a dead work, dt ord n1 c-crq n1 n2-j pp-f n1, vbz, c-acp n1 vvz dt n1, p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 28
1027 and it goes into the conscience and defiles it, until it be purged by the blood of Christ, Heb. 9. 14. sin is a dead work, and it Goes into the conscience and defiles it, until it be purged by the blood of christ, Hebrew 9. 14. since is a dead work, cc pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvz pn31, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd n1 vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 28
1028 and the winding sheet of it is the conscience; presently as soon as a man doth iniquity, this dead work runs into the conscience; and the winding sheet of it is the conscience; presently as soon as a man does iniquity, this dead work runs into the conscience; cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31 vbz dt n1; av-j c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vdz n1, d j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 28
1029 and catcheth hold, and this defiles the conscience, and puts guilt into it; and nothing in the world more deads a man then a guilty conscience; and Catches hold, and this defiles the conscience, and puts guilt into it; and nothing in the world more deads a man then a guilty conscience; cc vvz n1, cc d vvz dt n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp pn31; cc pix p-acp dt n1 av-dc n2-j dt n1 av dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 28
1030 why because it knocks a mans fingers off from that which should enliven and quicken him, it makes him see that he doth defile Gods promises if he medle with them, Isa. 38. 16. the promises of God are the things by which men live; why Because it knocks a men fingers off from that which should enliven and quicken him, it makes him see that he does defile God's promises if he meddle with them, Isaiah 38. 16. the promises of God Are the things by which men live; q-crq c-acp pn31 vvz dt ng1 n2 a-acp p-acp d r-crq vmd vvi cc vvi pno31, pn31 vvz pno31 vvi cst pns31 vdz vvi npg1 n2 cs pns31 vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 28
1031 now when the conscience is guilty, it doth even knock a mans fingers off from the promises, it tells him this guilt must out first, now when the conscience is guilty, it does even knock a men fingers off from the promises, it tells him this guilt must out First, av c-crq dt n1 vbz j, pn31 vdz av vvi dt ng1 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n2, pn31 vvz pno31 d n1 vmb av ord, (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 28
1032 before he can apply the promises, nay, the very hearing of the promises deads his heart, before he can apply the promises, nay, the very hearing of the promises deads his heart, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n2, uh-x, dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n2 n2-j po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 28
1033 and this is the reason why good people, as long as they have not clear consciences, rather call for Sermons of judgement then of mercy; and this is the reason why good people, as long as they have not clear Consciences, rather call for Sermons of judgement then of mercy; cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq j n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vhb xx j n2, av-c vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1 av pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 29
1034 and their consciences say the promises doe not belong to me; and their Consciences say the promises do not belong to me; cc po32 n2 vvb dt n2 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 29
1035 I know God is an holy God, and his promises holy, and it is no meddling with them without holinesse; I know God is an holy God, and his promises holy, and it is no meddling with them without holiness; pns11 vvb np1 vbz dt j np1, cc po31 n2 j, cc pn31 vbz dx vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 29
1036 therefore when a man gives way to sin, he must needs dead his heart, because he defiles his own conscience; Therefore when a man gives Way to since, he must needs dead his heart, Because he defiles his own conscience; av c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb av j po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 29
1037 and therefore no wonder that there is so much deadnesse up and downe, when there is hardly a clear conscience in the Country; and Therefore no wonder that there is so much deadness up and down, when there is hardly a clear conscience in the Country; cc av dx n1 cst pc-acp vbz av d n1 a-acp cc a-acp, c-crq pc-acp vbz av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 29
1038 nay, good people, how slightly doe they deal in this case, and hinder their own life and quickning, nay, good people, how slightly do they deal in this case, and hinder their own life and quickening, uh-x, j n1, c-crq av-j vdb pns32 vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvi po32 d n1 cc j-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 29
1039 because they have not a care to come before God with a cleare conscience! Because they have not a care to come before God with a clear conscience! c-acp pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1! (7) treatise (DIV2) 66 Page 29
1040 The fifth Reason is, Because sin doth either utterly destroy, or mightily weaken all assurance of welcome with God; The fifth Reason is, Because since does either utterly destroy, or mightily weaken all assurance of welcome with God; dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp n1 vdz av-d av-j vvi, cc av-j vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1041 and therefore no marvel if it dead the heart; and Therefore no marvel if it dead the heart; cc av dx n1 cs pn31 av-j dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1042 for if a man cannot look for comfort and entertainment with God when he goeth to him, it takes man off from that willingness to come into Gods presence, it makes a man shie of God, for if a man cannot look for Comfort and entertainment with God when he Goes to him, it Takes man off from that willingness to come into God's presence, it makes a man shy of God, c-acp cs dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, pn31 vvz n1 a-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 j pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1043 and of Jesus Christ, and his Ordinances; and of jesus christ, and his Ordinances; cc pp-f np1 np1, cc po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1044 it makes a man that he hath no desire to pray almost, nay, sometimes he hath no heart at all; it makes a man that he hath no desire to pray almost, nay, sometime he hath no heart At all; pn31 vvz dt n1 cst pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi av, uh-x, av pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1045 nay, sometimes he totally omits the duty, he is so afraid, he cannot goe to God without carnal feares and mis-givings, and horrours; nay, sometime he totally omits the duty, he is so afraid, he cannot go to God without carnal fears and misgivings, and horrors; uh-x, av pns31 av-j vvz dt n1, pns31 vbz av j, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j n2 cc j, cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1046 and this takes the heart quite off for a time, that he cannot pray at all; and this Takes the heart quite off for a time, that he cannot pray At all; cc d vvz dt n1 av a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1047 it is like a childe when he hath committed some villany that he knows his father knowes, he is shy of coming into his fathers presence, he is afraid to come where his father is, he knowes be shall be chid, and hear of his doings; it is like a child when he hath committed Some villainy that he knows his father knows, he is shy of coming into his Father's presence, he is afraid to come where his father is, he knows be shall be Child, and hear of his doings; pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1 cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvz, pns31 vbz j pp-f vvg p-acp po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq po31 n1 vbz, pns31 vvz vbi vmb vbi vvn, cc vvi pp-f png31 n2-vdg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1048 so it is in this case; it is not thus with wicked and ungodly men; for they can look God in the face; so it is in this case; it is not thus with wicked and ungodly men; for they can look God in the face; av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1; pn31 vbz xx av p-acp j cc j n2; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1049 but Gods own people, when they sin against God; but God's own people, when they sin against God; cc-acp n2 d n1, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1050 it must needs take off that cheerful willingness to goe before God, that delight to be in his presence, that comfort in prayer; it must needs take off that cheerful willingness to go before God, that delight to be in his presence, that Comfort in prayer; pn31 vmb av vvi a-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1, cst n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1051 sinne makes it an irksome thing; sinne makes a man to have little heart to deal with God; sin makes it an irksome thing; sin makes a man to have little heart to deal with God; n1 vvz pn31 dt j n1; n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1052 for the heart doth not love to be caught by God in Satans company, or of any lust; for the heart does not love to be caught by God in Satan company, or of any lust; p-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1, cc pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1053 as a servant cannot abide that his Master should take him in any villany or unfaithfulnesse; as a servant cannot abide that his Master should take him in any villainy or unfaithfulness; c-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi cst po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1054 if he hath been unfaithful, it would kill his heart that his Master should take him in it; if he hath been unfaithful, it would kill his heart that his Master should take him in it; cs pns31 vhz vbn j, pn31 vmd vvi po31 n1 cst po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1055 so it is with Gods children, let them sinne against God; so it is with God's children, let them sin against God; av pn31 vbz p-acp npg1 n2, vvb pno32 n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1056 it doth dull and dead their hearts, in regard of the throne of grace, it makes them have small heart to come before it: it does dull and dead their hearts, in regard of the throne of grace, it makes them have small heart to come before it: pn31 vdz vvi cc j po32 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz pno32 vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1057 See it in Jonah; when he had fled away from God, and had put off Gods charge, See it in Jonah; when he had fled away from God, and had put off God's charge, vvb pn31 p-acp np1; c-crq pns31 vhd vvn av p-acp np1, cc vhd vvn a-acp npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1058 and was gone downe to Jo•p•, and was shipped into the Sea, see whether he had any minde to pray, and was gone down to Jo•p•, and was shipped into the Sea, see whither he had any mind to pray, cc vbds vvn a-acp p-acp np1, cc vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb cs pns31 vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1059 or call upon God or no; he had none in the earth; or call upon God or no; he had none in the earth; cc vvb p-acp np1 cc av-dx; pns31 vhd pix p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1060 nay, he was afraid of God, and shy of his presence, he knew he should be upbraided; nay, he was afraid of God, and shy of his presence, he knew he should be upbraided; uh-x, pns31 vbds j pp-f np1, cc j pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1061 indeed when God laid it upon his conscience, then Jonah prayed; indeed when God laid it upon his conscience, then Jonah prayed; av c-crq np1 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1, av np1 vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1062 but he did not pray before that, if he did, it was as good as nothing: but he did not pray before that, if he did, it was as good as nothing: cc-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp d, cs pns31 vdd, pn31 vbds p-acp j c-acp pix: (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1063 So it is noted of David, when he had committed his sins, he confesseth he roared to God, So it is noted of David, when he had committed his Sins, he Confesses he roared to God, av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 n2, pns31 vvz pns31 vvd p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1064 but we can hear of no prayer; but when God sent Nathan, then he could pray; but we can hear of no prayer; but when God sent Nathan, then he could pray; cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dx n1; cc-acp c-crq np1 vvd np1, av pns31 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1065 it is the title of the 51. Psalm, A Psalm of David when Nathan came to him; then he could pray; it is the title of the 51. Psalm, A Psalm of David when Nathan Come to him; then he could pray; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt crd np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31; cs pns31 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1066 but all the while sinne lay upon his soul, he could not pray: but all the while sin lay upon his soul, he could not pray: cc-acp d dt n1 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1067 or if he did, he did but roar, he came before God with horror, and unbelief, or if he did, he did but roar, he Come before God with horror, and unbelief, cc cs pns31 vdd, pns31 vdd p-acp vvi, pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1068 and dismay, and had no comfort: and dismay, and had no Comfort: cc vvi, cc vhd dx n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1069 Now when a man is privy to sin, what man that hath the knowledge of God, Now when a man is privy to since, what man that hath the knowledge of God, av c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1, r-crq n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1070 how ill God likes these courses, how ill he likes a mans pride and security, and neglect of worship and service; how ill God likes these courses, how ill he likes a men pride and security, and neglect of worship and service; c-crq av-jn np1 vvz d n2, c-crq av-jn pns31 vvz dt ng1 n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1071 how can it chuse but the thought of these things should gall his heart? And thus we see for the general, that it is sinne that deads mens hearts, how can it choose but the Thought of these things should Gall his heart? And thus we see for the general, that it is sin that deads men's hearts, q-crq vmb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmd vvi po31 n1? cc av pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vbz n1 d n2-j ng2 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1072 when they give way to it. when they give Way to it. c-crq pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 67 Page 29
1073 Now for particulars, What are those sins that cause this deadnesse up and down? First, the niggardliness of people in Gods service, they will do no more for him then they must needs doe, Now for particulars, What Are those Sins that cause this deadness up and down? First, the niggardliness of people in God's service, they will do no more for him then they must needs do, av p-acp n2-j, q-crq vbr d n2 cst vvb d n1 a-acp cc a-acp? ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pns32 vmb vdi dx dc p-acp pno31 cs pns32 vmb av vdi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 29
1074 whereas a quickened heart that loves quickning, will rather overdoe then underdoe, and will rather superabound, then be wanting; whereas a quickened heart that loves quickening, will rather overdo then underdo, and will rather superabound, then be wanting; cs dt j-vvn n1 cst vvz j-vvg, vmb av-c vvi cs vvi, cc vmb av-c n1, av vbi vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1075 there are many duties in Religion that we have no express text of Scripture for, for such a quantity, or such a measure, or such a time, or how often; there Are many duties in Religion that we have no express text of Scripture for, for such a quantity, or such a measure, or such a time, or how often; pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp n1 cst pns12 vhb dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp, c-acp d dt n1, cc d dt n1, cc d dt n1, cc c-crq av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1076 as how often we should pray in secret every day, how often we should meditate, as how often we should pray in secret every day, how often we should meditate, c-acp q-crq av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp j-jn d n1, c-crq av pns12 vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1077 and how long at a time, how much we should give out of almes, how much we should doe thus and thus; and how long At a time, how much we should give out of alms, how much we should do thus and thus; cc c-crq av-j p-acp dt n1, c-crq av-d pns12 vmd vvi av pp-f n2, c-crq av-d pns12 vmd vdi av cc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1078 the duty is commanded, but the quantity for time or frequency is not expressed in Scripture; the duty is commanded, but the quantity for time or frequency is not expressed in Scripture; dt n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1079 there be a thousand things of this nature. there be a thousand things of this nature. pc-acp vbi dt crd n2 pp-f d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1080 Now a man that loves his own quickning, will rather overdoe in this case then underdoe; Now a man that loves his own quickening, will rather overdo in this case then underdo; av dt n1 cst vvz po31 d j-vvg, vmb av-c vvi p-acp d n1 av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1081 as it was with Philemon, Phil. 21. Paul you knovv was to entreat him to doe an act of kindness to receive Onesimus; now, saith he, I know thou wilt doe more then I ask of thee, &c. He would rather overdoe then underdoe: as it was with Philemon, Philip 21. Paul you know was to entreat him to do an act of kindness to receive Onesimus; now, Says he, I know thou wilt do more then I ask of thee, etc. He would rather overdo then underdo: c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 crd np1 pn22 vvb vbds pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi np1; av, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 vdi dc cs pns11 vvb pp-f pno21, av pns31 vmd av-c vvi cs vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1082 So it was with the Israelites, when God would have them offer to the building of the Tabernacle; So it was with the Israelites, when God would have them offer to the building of the Tabernacle; av pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, c-crq np1 vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1083 he did not tell them how much, but they would rather overdoe then underdoe, Exod. 36. 5. They brought so much, that the Lord was fain to say there was enough, and too much: he did not tell them how much, but they would rather overdo then underdo, Exod 36. 5. They brought so much, that the Lord was fain to say there was enough, and too much: pns31 vdd xx vvi pno32 c-crq d, cc-acp pns32 vmd av-c vvi cs vvi, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd av av-d, cst dt n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp vbds d, cc av av-d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1084 So it was with the Macedonians, 2 Cor. 8. 3. Paul asked a little, they gave more: So it was with the Macedonians, 2 Cor. 8. 3. Paul asked a little, they gave more: av pn31 vbds p-acp dt njp2, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvd dt j, pns32 vvd av-dc: (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1085 So it is with a man that loves quickning; So it is with a man that loves quickening; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1086 if God bid him pray twice a day, rather then fail he will pray thrice a day; if God bid him pray twice a day, rather then fail he will pray thrice a day; cs np1 vvb pno31 vvi av dt n1, av-c cs vvi pns31 vmb vvi av dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1087 if God hath required some time in his service, he will rather give him more time then afford him smaller time, if God hath required Some time in his service, he will rather give him more time then afford him smaller time, cs np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb av-c vvi pno31 av-dc n1 cs vvi pno31 jc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1088 as Christ saith, If a man will have thy coat, let him have thy cloak also; as christ Says, If a man will have thy coat, let him have thy cloak also; c-acp np1 vvz, cs dt n1 vmb vhi po21 n1, vvb pno31 vhi po21 n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1089 as who should say, rather overdo then underdoe, if thou beest called to doe any thing for the glory of God, as who should say, rather overdo then underdo, if thou Best called to do any thing for the glory of God, c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av-c vvb cs vvi, cs pns21 vb2s vvn pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1090 and the good of thine own soul, or the good of others; we should imitate God in this; and the good of thine own soul, or the good of Others; we should imitate God in this; cc dt j pp-f po21 d n1, cc dt j pp-f n2-jn; pns12 vmd vvi np1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1091 God gives his people above that which they ask; so we should doe more then is asked. God gives his people above that which they ask; so we should do more then is asked. np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb; av pns12 vmd vdi av-dc cs vbz vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1092 I doe not mean as if we could do more then God bids us; for God requires all the heart, and all the minde, and all the strength; I do not mean as if we could do more then God bids us; for God requires all the heart, and all the mind, and all the strength; pns11 vdb xx vvi c-acp cs pns12 vmd vdi av-dc cs np1 vvz pno12; p-acp np1 vvz d dt n1, cc d dt n1, cc d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1093 but I speak of a frank and free heart; but I speak of a frank and free heart; p-acp pns11 vvb pp-f dt j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1094 when he doth not know what measure God sets down in his Word, he will rather doe more then lesse; when he does not know what measure God sets down in his Word, he will rather do more then less; c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi r-crq n1 np1 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb av-c vdi av-dc cs av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1095 he will rather be with the forwardest then with the backwardest, if he love his own quickning; he will rather be with the forwardest then with the backwardest, if he love his own quickening; pns31 vmb av-c vbi p-acp dt js av p-acp dt js, cs pns31 vvb po31 d j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1096 but when a man growes niggardly in Gods service, and will doe no more then needs must, but when a man grows niggardly in God's service, and will do no more then needs must, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp npg1 n1, cc vmb vdi dx dc cs av vmb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1097 and takes advantage that he may doe as little as may be, this deads the heart; and Takes advantage that he may do as little as may be, this deads the heart; cc vvz n1 cst pns31 vmb vdi c-acp j c-acp vmb vbi, d n2-j dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1098 because there is no expresse place in Scripture for prayer in this kinde, he will take any advantage in the world, Because there is no express place in Scripture for prayer in this kind, he will take any advantage in the world, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1099 for his own security, and worldliness, and littleness in Gods service, he lieth at catch; in this case this man sets open his heart to all deadness; for his own security, and worldliness, and littleness in God's service, he lies At catch; in this case this man sets open his heart to all deadness; p-acp po31 d n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1; p-acp d n1 d n1 vvz j po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1100 therefore no marvel he hath no life; Therefore no marvel he hath no life; av dx n1 pns31 vhz dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1101 where is a man in town or country, that is like to Philemon, that a Minister may say, I know then wilt doe more then I say? It were well if we could say, thou wilt do as much as I say; where is a man in town or country, that is like to Philemon, that a Minister may say, I know then wilt do more then I say? It were well if we could say, thou wilt do as much as I say; q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst vbz av-j p-acp np1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb av vm2 vdi dc cs pns11 vvb? pn31 vbdr av cs pns12 vmd vvi, pns21 vm2 vdi a-acp d c-acp pns11 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1102 nay, it is come to this pass, we may say, I know you will doe nothing at all; nay, it is come to this pass, we may say, I know you will do nothing At all; uh-x, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, pns12 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vdi pix p-acp av-d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1103 I may bid thee doe this and that, but thou wilt do nothing at all; I may bid thee doe this and that, but thou wilt do nothing At all; pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1 d cc d, cc-acp pns21 vm2 vdi pix p-acp av-d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1104 people will hardly regard the Communion of Saints at all, they will hardly regard secret prayer at all, they will heartily regard any of those duties upon which life and quickning so much depends; people will hardly regard the Communion of Saints At all, they will hardly regard secret prayer At all, they will heartily regard any of those duties upon which life and quickening so much depends; n1 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d, pns32 vmb av vvi j-jn n1 p-acp d, pns32 vmb av-j vvi d pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq n1 cc j-vvg av d vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1105 and this is one cause of the horrible deadness that is everywhere. Secondly, Another cause is unwatchfulness; and this is one cause of the horrible deadness that is everywhere. Secondly, another cause is unwatchfulness; cc d vbz crd n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst vbz av. ord, j-jn n1 vbz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 68 Page 30
1106 people doe not watch over their soules, and over their wayes, they doe not ponder their paths, they have not an eye to their wayes; people do not watch over their Souls, and over their ways, they do not ponder their paths, they have not an eye to their ways; n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n2, pns32 vhb xx dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1107 this is a great cause of deadness of heart; this is a great cause of deadness of heart; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1108 therefore here when Christ chargeth the Church of Sardis with deadness, I know thou hast a name to live, but art dead: Therefore Here when christ charges the Church of Sardis with deadness, I know thou hast a name to live, but art dead: av av c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb pns21 vh2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp n1 j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1109 In the next words he gives a remedy, Be watchful therfore; as who should say, here is the cause of thy deadness, thou hast not been watchful; In the next words he gives a remedy, Be watchful Therefore; as who should say, Here is the cause of thy deadness, thou hast not been watchful; p-acp dt ord n2 pns31 vvz dt n1, vbb j av; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av vbz dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, pns21 vh2 xx vbn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1110 if thou hadst been watchful, thou hadst escaped all this deadness; if thou Hadst been watchful, thou Hadst escaped all this deadness; cs pns21 vhd2 vbn j, pns21 vhd2 vvn d d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1111 if thou hadst sloop upon thy guard, and looked well to thy wayes, this had never been; if thou Hadst sloop upon thy guard, and looked well to thy ways, this had never been; cs pns21 vhd2 vvb p-acp po21 n1, cc vvd av p-acp po21 n2, d vhd av-x vbn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1112 if a man be quickened at any time, the Devil lieth at catch; if a man be quickened At any time, the devil lies At catch; cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1113 and if he doe not vvatch, he vvill be deaded again, as the Apostle saith, 1 Pet. 5. 8. A man had need be vvatchful, else he can never preserve himselfe from the temptations of Satan; and if he do not watch, he will be deadened again, as the Apostle Says, 1 Pet. 5. 8. A man had need be watchful, Else he can never preserve himself from the temptations of Satan; cc cs pns31 vdb xx n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn av, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vhd n1 vbi j, av pns31 vmb av-x vvi px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 30
1114 when a City is beleaguered with the enemy, there are ever some Watchers and Scouts that lie in wait, that so if any danger be towards, they may give warning, when a city is beleaguered with the enemy, there Are ever Some Watchers and Scouts that lie in wait, that so if any danger be towards, they may give warning, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbr av d n2 cc n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, cst av cs d n1 vbi p-acp, pns32 vmb vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1115 lest it be surprized on the sudden; lest it be surprised on the sudden; cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1116 so when God doth good to our hearts, how should we keep watch over our soules; so when God does good to our hearts, how should we keep watch over our Souls; av c-crq np1 vdz av-j p-acp po12 n2, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1117 for we are beleaguered on every side, sometimes with presumption, and sometimes with despair; we are every way in danger, therefore we had need to watch; for we Are beleaguered on every side, sometime with presumption, and sometime with despair; we Are every Way in danger, Therefore we had need to watch; c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, av p-acp n1, cc av p-acp n1; pns12 vbr d n1 p-acp n1, av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1118 no sooner had Eve gone apart from her husband, and looked here and there, but the Devil took her presently; no sooner had Eve gone apart from her husband, and looked Here and there, but the devil took her presently; av-dx av-c vhd n1 vvn av p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd av cc a-acp, cc-acp dt n1 vvd pno31 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1119 no sooner had Noah begun to taste the liquor of the grape he had planted, no sooner had Noah begun to taste the liquour of the grape he had planted, av-dx av-c vhd np1 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1120 and delighted in it, but presently the Devil hooked him in, which he might have prevented if he had been watchful; and delighted in it, but presently the devil hooked him in, which he might have prevented if he had been watchful; cc vvd p-acp pn31, cc-acp av-j dt n1 j-vvn pno31 p-acp, r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn cs pns31 vhd vbn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1121 the Devil is that Nimrod, that greedy hunter, that goeth up and down, and makes pits, the devil is that Nimrod, that greedy hunter, that Goes up and down, and makes pits, dt n1 vbz cst np1, cst j n1, cst vvz a-acp cc a-acp, cc vvz n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1122 and layes snares to catch souls, and if we doe not watch, we fall into them, 1 Cor. 2. 13. Paul saith, I was among you with much feare; and lays snares to catch Souls, and if we do not watch, we fallen into them, 1 Cor. 2. 13. Paul Says, I was among you with much Fear; cc vvz n2 pc-acp vvi n2, cc cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvz, pns11 vbds p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1123 he knew what danger he was in, therefore he was in much fear; he knew what danger he was in, Therefore he was in much Fear; pns31 vvd r-crq n1 pns31 vbds p-acp, av pns31 vbds p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1124 if we did love our own quickning, and the cherishing of whatsoever grace we have received, we would watch over our selves; if we did love our own quickening, and the cherishing of whatsoever grace we have received, we would watch over our selves; cs pns12 vdd vvi po12 d j-vvg, cc dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq n1 pns12 vhb vvn, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1125 but where is this? generally all the world is fast asleep, even good men and all; but where is this? generally all the world is fast asleep, even good men and all; cc-acp q-crq vbz d? av-j d dt n1 vbz av-j j, av j n2 cc d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1126 the Devil may sow what tares he will, there is no watching in prayer and in hearing of the Word, and doing good duties; the devil may sow what tares he will, there is no watching in prayer and in hearing of the Word, and doing good duties; dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq n2 pns31 vmb, pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp n1 cc p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vdg j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1127 no watching in observing the Sabbath; no watching in company; no watching alone; no watching in observing the Sabbath; no watching in company; no watching alone; dx vvg p-acp vvg dt n1; dx vvg p-acp n1; dx vvg av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1128 what may not the Devil doe, when we are all as sleepy dogs, and love to snoar? and dulnesse, what may not the devil do, when we Are all as sleepy Dogs, and love to snoar? and dulness, q-crq vmb xx dt n1 vdb, c-crq pns12 vbr d c-acp j n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi? cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1129 and deadnesse, and blockishnesse, and worldlinesse, and unsetlednesse grows upon us to the utmost; and deadness, and blockishness, and worldliness, and unsettledness grows upon us to the utmost; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1130 there is no body watching against temptations, they may come flowing in like violent waters, there is no withstanding of them; there is no body watching against temptations, they may come flowing in like violent waters, there is no withstanding of them; pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvg p-acp n2, pns32 vmb vvi vvg p-acp av-j j n2, pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1131 people are like to Saul, that was marvellous finely quickned at one time, he would not goe on in his envy against David, he should not die by any meanes; people Are like to Saul, that was marvellous finely quickened At one time, he would not go on in his envy against David, he should not die by any means; n1 vbr av-j p-acp np1, cst vbds j av-j vvn p-acp crd n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1132 no, his heart was so enlarged, that he bound his soul by a covenant, that he would be as good as his word, As the Lord lives he shall not die. no, his heart was so enlarged, that he bound his soul by a Covenant, that he would be as good as his word, As the Lord lives he shall not die. uh-dx, po31 n1 vbds av vvn, cst pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi a-acp j c-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz pns31 vmb xx vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1133 Jonathan had used many arguments, and they so wrought upon him, that he could give the right hand to David, and all his malice was out, Johnathan had used many Arguments, and they so wrought upon him, that he could give the right hand to David, and all his malice was out, np1 vhd vvn d n2, cc pns32 av vvd p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, cc d po31 n1 vbds av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1134 and David was a great man at Court again, 1 Sam. 19. 6, 7, 8. But for want of watchfulnesse, within a little while the evil spirit came into him, and David was a great man At Court again, 1 Sam. 19. 6, 7, 8. But for want of watchfulness, within a little while the evil Spirit Come into him, cc np1 vbds dt j n1 p-acp n1 av, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j cs dt j-jn n1 vvd p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1135 and he would have murthered him again; and he would have murdered him again; cc pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1136 so Jonah, when he had run from God, and God had humbled him, now he would never follow lying vanities any more; so Jonah, when he had run from God, and God had humbled him, now he would never follow lying vanities any more; av np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1, cc np1 vhd vvn pno31, av pns31 vmd av-x vvi vvg n2 d dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1137 now he would goe to Niniveh and preach, let what danger would come; now he would go to Nineveh and preach, let what danger would come; av pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi, vvb r-crq n1 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1138 but by and by, not looking to himselfe, he is as much out of tune again as ever he was, but by and by, not looking to himself, he is as much out of tune again as ever he was, cc-acp p-acp cc a-acp, xx vvg p-acp px31, pns31 vbz p-acp av-d av pp-f n1 av c-acp av pns31 vbds, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1139 as if he had never had these shinings, he was overgrown with passions, I doe well to be angry, as if he had never had these shinings, he was overgrown with passion, I do well to be angry, c-acp cs pns31 vhd av-x vhn d n2, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, pns11 vdb av pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1140 even to the death; I cannot tell which was the fouler distemper. even to the death; I cannot tell which was the Fowler distemper. av p-acp dt n1; pns11 vmbx vvi r-crq vbds dt jc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 69 Page 31
1141 A third Cause of our general deadness, is the lowness of Religion, which men generally content themselves withal; A third Cause of our general deadness, is the lowness of Religion, which men generally content themselves withal; dt ord n1 pp-f po12 j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq n2 av-j vvi px32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1142 a low kinde of Religion, that will never reach half way to Heaven, that will never attain to any quickning; a low kind of Religion, that will never reach half Way to Heaven, that will never attain to any quickening; dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb av-x vvi j-jn n1 p-acp n1, cst vmb av-x vvi p-acp d j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1143 Religion, it is a very high thing, Prov. 15. 24. it is a thing alone, a man must raise himself aloft, Religion, it is a very high thing, Curae 15. 24. it is a thing alone, a man must raise himself aloft, n1, pn31 vbz dt av j n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 av-j, dt n1 vmb vvi px31 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1144 when he means to come into the way of eternal life; when he means to come into the Way of Eternal life; c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1145 it is an high calling, Phil. 3. 14. It is said of Jehosaphat, that his heart was lifted up in the wayes of God; it is an high calling, Philip 3. 14. It is said of Jehoshaphat, that his heart was lifted up in the ways of God; pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1146 Jerusalem, that is above; all godly souls that have true Religion indeed, are men above: Now people generally content themselves with a low kinde of serving of God, that doth not come out of the suburbs of Hell and condemnation; Jerusalem, that is above; all godly Souls that have true Religion indeed, Are men above: Now people generally content themselves with a low kind of serving of God, that does not come out of the suburbs of Hell and condemnation; np1, cst vbz p-acp; d j n2 cst vhb j n1 av, vbr n2 p-acp: av n1 av-j vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg pp-f np1, cst vdz xx vvi av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1147 the suburbs of hell reach a great way, a man may goe even to heaven gates, the suburbs of hell reach a great Way, a man may go even to heaven gates, dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb dt j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1148 and yet be in the suburbs of hell; and yet be in the suburbs of hell; cc av vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1149 but to get into heaven, and escape hell beneath, is an high pitch; but men seek out a low way by the valleys, they think to come to heaven this way, it would choak most people to say, that their conversation is in heaven, as the Apostles was; but to get into heaven, and escape hell beneath, is an high pitch; but men seek out a low Way by the valleys, they think to come to heaven this Way, it would choke most people to say, that their Conversation is in heaven, as the Apostles was; cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi n1 a-acp, vbz dt j n1; p-acp n2 vvb av dt j n1 p-acp dt n2, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d n1, pn31 vmd vvi ds n1 pc-acp vvi, cst po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 vbds; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1150 that they are strangers upon earth, as the Patriarchs were, that they hate every sinne, that they Are Strangers upon earth, as the Patriarchs were, that they hate every sin, d pns32 vbr n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 vbdr, cst pns32 vvb d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 31
1151 as all godly men doe, that they go mourning all the day long under their corruptions and failings, as all godly men do, that they go mourning all the day long under their corruptions and failings, c-acp d j n2 vdb, cst pns32 vvb vvg d dt n1 av-j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1152 and that it is the greatest grief of their hearts that they walk not according to Gods goodness, and that it is the greatest grief of their hearts that they walk not according to God's Goodness, cc cst pn31 vbz dt js n1 pp-f po32 n2 cst pns32 vvb xx vvg p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1153 and that they use all means to get rid of their sins; and that they use all means to get rid of their Sins; cc cst pns32 vvb d n2 pc-acp vvi vvn pp-f po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1154 that they delight in every ordinance, that they delight in Gods Sabbaths, and hunger and thirst after righteousness; that they delight in every Ordinance, that they delight in God's Sabbaths, and hunger and thirst After righteousness; cst pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vvb p-acp npg1 n2, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1155 it is the greatest desire of their souls and hearts to do thus; it would choak them to say thus, no they never attain it; it is the greatest desire of their Souls and hearts to do thus; it would choke them to say thus, no they never attain it; pn31 vbz dt js n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vdi av; pn31 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi av, av-dx pns32 av vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1156 this is the way of life that is above, but it is too high for fooles; this is the Way of life that is above, but it is too high for Fools; d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz a-acp, cc-acp pn31 vbz av j c-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1157 therefore no wonder that men never come to quickning, for they are not in the way of life, Therefore no wonder that men never come to quickening, for they Are not in the Way of life, av dx n1 cst n2 av-x vvb p-acp j-vvg, c-acp pns32 vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1158 for the way of life is above, and they grope after the things below, and have not their conversation above; for the Way of life is above, and they grope After the things below, and have not their Conversation above; c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp, cc pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 a-acp, cc vhb xx po32 n1 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1159 now how can we look for quickning, when we do not go in the way of life which is above? now how can we look for quickening, when we do not go in the Way of life which is above? av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp j-vvg, c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz a-acp? (7) treatise (DIV2) 70 Page 32
1160 Fourthly, Another reason is the vanity of mens minds; Fourthly, another reason is the vanity of men's minds; ord, j-jn n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1161 this is the cause of horrible deadness, Psal. 119. 37. vanity when a man gives way to it, it doth horribly dead the heart; this is the cause of horrible deadness, Psalm 119. 37. vanity when a man gives Way to it, it does horribly dead the heart; d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vdz av-j j dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1162 vain thoughts, vain speeches, vain expences of time, vain meetings together without benefit, these are deaders, they lock up mens hearts, vain thoughts, vain Speeches, vain expenses of time, vain meetings together without benefit, these Are deaders, they lock up men's hearts, j n2, j n2, j n2 pp-f n1, j n2 av p-acp n1, d vbr n2, pns32 vvb p-acp ng2 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1163 and exhaust all the good, and all the sap of any goodness in them; and exhaust all the good, and all the sap of any Goodness in them; cc vvb d dt j, cc d dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1164 'tis true, the children of God may talk how things go in a far country in the Church of God and other places, it's true, the children of God may talk how things go in a Far country in the Church of God and other places, pn31|vbz j, dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi c-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1165 and they may talk of their business in the world, and this may be like bottle-beer; and they may talk of their business in the world, and this may be like bottle-beer; cc pns32 vmb vvi pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d vmb vbi j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1166 when it is first poured out into the cup it seems to be all froth, but by and by it turns to good liquor again; when it is First poured out into the cup it seems to be all froth, but by and by it turns to good liquour again; c-crq pn31 vbz ord vvd av p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi d n1, cc-acp p-acp cc p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp j n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1167 so though these discourses about worldly affairs, and how things go are froth, if they go no further; so though these discourses about worldly affairs, and how things go Are froth, if they go no further; av cs d n2 p-acp j n2, cc q-crq n2 vvb vbr n1, cs pns32 vvb av-dx av-jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1168 yet if they turn to good substance, and are sanctified, and brought home to the heart, to edifie and awaken, yet if they turn to good substance, and Are sanctified, and brought home to the heart, to edify and awaken, av cs pns32 vvb p-acp j n1, cc vbr vvn, cc vvd av-an p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1169 and bring a man nearer to God, now they are good where there is a good use made of them; and bring a man nearer to God, now they Are good where there is a good use made of them; cc vvi dt n1 av-jc p-acp np1, av pns32 vbr j c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1170 but otherwise they are horrible instruments of death, and soul-murther among men. Fifthly, Mutual example; we do even dead one another; but otherwise they Are horrible Instruments of death, and Soul-murder among men. Fifthly, Mutual Exampl; we do even dead one Another; cc-acp av pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp n2. ord, j n1; pns12 vdb av j pi j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 71 Page 32
1171 for people are apt to look upon one another; for people Are apt to look upon one Another; p-acp n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 72 Page 32
1172 Ministers upon people, and people upon Ministers, and Ministers one upon another, and if we be not much cast behind one another, we hope all is well with us; Ministers upon people, and people upon Ministers, and Ministers one upon Another, and if we be not much cast behind one Another, we hope all is well with us; n2 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n2, cc n2 crd p-acp n-jn, cc cs pns12 vbb xx av-d vvn p-acp crd j-jn, pns12 vvb d vbz av p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 72 Page 32
1173 this is that which deads peoples hearts; whereas people should follow Gods light, Gods dealing with them, and not look upon others; this is that which deads peoples hearts; whereas people should follow God's Light, God's dealing with them, and not look upon Others; d vbz d r-crq n2-j ng1 n2; cs n1 vmd vvi npg1 n1, n2 vvg p-acp pno32, cc xx vvi p-acp n2-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 72 Page 32
1174 and if we look upon others, we should look upon those that are quickned, Luke 7. 44. seest thou this woman, &c. there was a woman was quickned indeed, her bowels melted, her eyes were fountains of tears, her very soul was affected, she was quickned indeed; and if we look upon Others, we should look upon those that Are quickened, Lycia 7. 44. See thou this woman, etc. there was a woman was quickened indeed, her bowels melted, her eyes were fountains of tears, her very soul was affected, she was quickened indeed; cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp n2-jn, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d cst vbr vvn, av crd crd vv2 pns21 d n1, av a-acp vbds dt n1 vbds vvn av, po31 n2 vvn, po31 n2 vbdr n2 pp-f n2, po31 j n1 vbds vvn, pns31 vbds vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 72 Page 32
1175 seest thou this woman? so if we will look upon others, upon the Saints of God, seest thou this woman? look upon those that are most quickned; See thou this woman? so if we will look upon Others, upon the Saints of God, See thou this woman? look upon those that Are most quickened; vv2 pns21 d n1? av cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2-jn, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vv2 pns21 d n1? vvb p-acp d cst vbr av-ds vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 72 Page 32
1176 but when we look upon others, and say, such a one doth so and so, and why may not I? I may do as well as he; but when we look upon Others, and say, such a one does so and so, and why may not I? I may do as well as he; cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2-jn, cc vvi, d dt pi vdz av cc av, cc q-crq vmb xx pns11? pns11 vmb vdi c-acp av c-acp pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 72 Page 32
1177 when we do thus, this is apt to dead our hearts. The sixth cause of deadness, is covetousness and worldliness; when we do thus, this is apt to dead our hearts. The sixth cause of deadness, is covetousness and worldliness; c-crq pns12 vdb av, d vbz j p-acp j po12 n2. dt ord n1 pp-f n1, vbz n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 72 Page 32
1178 Christians that have been weaned from the world, so long as they keep their minds off from the world, Christians that have been weaned from the world, so long as they keep their minds off from the world, np1 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 32
1179 and set them upon better things, they are full of life and quickning, and are able to pray and confer sweetly; and Set them upon better things, they Are full of life and quickening, and Are able to pray and confer sweetly; cc vvd pno32 p-acp jc n2, pns32 vbr j pp-f n1 cc j-vvg, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 32
1180 but when as once they come to let in the world again, this doth mightily dead and damp their hearts, this doth wonderfully lay bolts and fetters upon their soul, that it cannot go on as formerly, but when as once they come to let in the world again, this does mightily dead and damp their hearts, this does wonderfully lay bolts and fetters upon their soul, that it cannot go on as formerly, cc-acp c-crq c-acp a-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av, d vdz av-j j cc n-jn po32 n2, d vdz av-j vvi n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n1, cst pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp c-acp av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 32
1181 as the Apostle shews, 1 Tim. 6. 10. as soon as ever a man gives way to look after the world, presently, as the Apostle shows, 1 Tim. 6. 10. as soon as ever a man gives Way to look After the world, presently, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd c-acp av c-acp av dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 32
1182 if he had any faith he erres from it, if he had any quickning before, he is now deaded; this deaded Demas his heart; if he had any faith he erres from it, if he had any quickening before, he is now deadened; this deadened Demas his heart; cs pns31 vhd d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, cs pns31 vhd d j-vvg p-acp, pns31 vbz av vvn; d vvd np1 po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 32
1183 for a time he was so full of life, that he was able to hold company with St. Paul, but when this came once to take possession of him, Demas hath forsaken me, he was gone, he was able to hold company with Paul no longer; for a time he was so full of life, that he was able to hold company with Saint Paul, but when this Come once to take possession of him, Demas hath forsaken me, he was gone, he was able to hold company with Paul no longer; p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds av j pp-f n1, cst pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 np1, p-acp c-crq d vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno31, np1 vhz vvn pno11, pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 av-dx av-jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 32
1184 worldliness will quickly take off all the affections, and all the quickning that was in the soul, it will presently fail, and die, and decay; worldliness will quickly take off all the affections, and all the quickening that was in the soul, it will presently fail, and die, and decay; n1 vmb av-j vvi a-acp d dt n2, cc d dt j-vvg cst vbds p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb av-j vvi, cc vvi, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 32
1185 therefore you shall see when the Lord would set down how dull Ezekiels hearers were, Therefore you shall see when the Lord would Set down how dull Ezekiel's hearers were, av pn22 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp c-crq j n2 n2 vbdr, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1186 and how heartless, he sets down this as a reason o• it, their heart is gone after their covetousness, Ezek. 33. no marvel then they went not after Ezekiels Sermons; and how heartless, he sets down this as a reason o• it, their heart is gone After their covetousness, Ezekiel 33. no marvel then they went not After Ezekiel's Sermons; cc c-crq j, pns31 vvz a-acp d c-acp dt n1 n1 pn31, po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd dx vvb cs pns32 vvd xx p-acp n2 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1187 for their hearts could not go after both at once; for their hearts could not go After both At once; p-acp po32 n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp d p-acp a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1188 so long as their hearts were after the world and profits, they must needs be dead and untoward to the word of God; so long as their hearts were After the world and profits, they must needs be dead and untoward to the word of God; av av-j c-acp po32 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 cc n2, pns32 vmb av vbi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1189 therefore the Apostle saith, Eph. 5. 3. let not covetousness be named among you, as becometh Saints; Therefore the Apostle Says, Ephesians 5. 3. let not covetousness be nam among you, as Becometh Saints; av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb xx n1 vbi vvn p-acp pn22, c-acp vvz n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1190 as who should say, it will utterly dead and kill all your Saint-qualities and dispositions that are in you, as who should say, it will utterly dead and kill all your Saint-qualities and dispositions that Are in you, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vmb av-j j cc vvi d po22 n2 cc n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1191 if you suffer your hearts to grow earthly; if you suffer your hearts to grow earthly; cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vvi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1192 the dames of the earth as one saith, doth not more quench a candle and put it out, the dams of the earth as one Says, does not more quench a candle and put it out, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pi vvz, vdz xx av-dc vvi dt n1 cc vvi pn31 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1193 then the love of the world doth damp grace, and put it out presently; and this is the cause of that deadness that is grown among us; then the love of the world does damp grace, and put it out presently; and this is the cause of that deadness that is grown among us; cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz n-jn n1, cc vvd pn31 av av-j; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1194 we are grown worldly, and the world carries us away; we Are grown worldly, and the world carries us away; pns12 vbr vvn j, cc dt n1 vvz pno12 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1195 we are all for the world, so that all our words, thoughts, affections, carriages, they are all little else but worldly; we Are all for the world, so that all our words, thoughts, affections, carriages, they Are all little Else but worldly; pns12 vbr d p-acp dt n1, av cst d po12 n2, n2, n2, n2, pns32 vbr d j av p-acp j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1196 most people have many businesses abroad in the world, riding abroad into the world; most people have many businesses abroad in the world, riding abroad into the world; av-ds n1 vhb d n2 av p-acp dt n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1197 but who takes that short journey into his own heart? people can tend businesse with every body else but themselves; but who Takes that short journey into his own heart? people can tend business with every body Else but themselves; cc-acp q-crq vvz d j n1 p-acp po31 d n1? n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1 av p-acp px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1198 they know what is done beyond sea, and the countries round about, and yet hardly any one marks how things go in his own soul, whither he goes backward, they know what is done beyond sea, and the countries round about, and yet hardly any one marks how things go in his own soul, whither he Goes backward, pns32 vvb r-crq vbz vdn p-acp n1, cc dt n2 av-j a-acp, cc av av d crd n2 c-crq n2 vvb p-acp po31 d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1199 or forward whither he gets, or loseth; or forward whither he gets, or loses; cc av-j c-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1200 every body can ask how others do, but no man looks how his own soul doth; every body can ask how Others do, but no man looks how his own soul does; d n1 vmb vvi c-crq n2-jn vdb, cc-acp dx n1 vvz c-crq po31 d n1 vdz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1201 people are grown at great distance from themselves; people Are grown At great distance from themselves; n1 vbr vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1202 I speak not of drunkards or prophane persons, such as are absolutely dead in sins and trespasses, I speak not of drunkards or profane Persons, such as Are absolutely dead in Sins and Trespasses, pns11 vvb xx pp-f n2 cc j n2, d c-acp vbr av-j j p-acp n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1203 but I speak of Christians in whom we should look for life; but I speak of Christians in whom we should look for life; cc-acp pns11 vvb pp-f np1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1204 we are grown strangers to our selves, we are out of our own reach, we are grown to a mighty distance from looking to our own estates and conditions as we ought to do; we Are grown Strangers to our selves, we Are out of our own reach, we Are grown to a mighty distance from looking to our own estates and conditions as we ought to do; pns12 vbr vvn n2 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr av pp-f po12 d n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1205 our minds are scattered up and down about other things; therefore no marvel we are so heartlesse towards God. our minds Are scattered up and down about other things; Therefore no marvel we Are so heartless towards God. po12 n2 vbr vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp j-jn n2; av dx n1 pns12 vbr av j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 73 Page 33
1206 Seventhly, The next cause is idleness and spiritual sloth, when men let their minds go as a boat without a guide; Seventhly, The next cause is idleness and spiritual sloth, when men let their minds go as a boat without a guide; crd, dt ord n1 vbz n1 cc j n1, c-crq n2 vvb po32 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1207 the boat goeth uncertainly when it hath no body to guide and steer it; so people let their thoughts, and hearts, and minds run at all adventures; the boat Goes uncertainly when it hath no body to guide and steer it; so people let their thoughts, and hearts, and minds run At all adventures; dt n1 vvz av-j c-crq pn31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31; av n1 vvb po32 n2, cc n2, cc n2 vvn p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1208 people do not take pains with their own hearts and hold them to that which is good; people do not take pains with their own hearts and hold them to that which is good; n1 vdb xx vvi n2 p-acp po32 d n2 cc vvb pno32 p-acp d r-crq vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1209 we let our hearts be like the field of the sluggard, any thing may grow in them for all us; we let our hearts be like the field of the sluggard, any thing may grow in them for all us; pns12 vvb po12 n2 vbb av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1210 we do not look to our hearts, that we may have good things grow in them, we do not look to our hearts, that we may have good things grow in them, pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vhi j n2 vvb p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1211 and that we may fence our hearts from those things which may make us untoward in the wayes of God; and that we may fence our hearts from those things which may make us untoward in the ways of God; cc cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1212 if we have any stirrings at any time, we are like idle huswives; when the liquor hath done working they forget to stop up the bunghole; if we have any stirrings At any time, we Are like idle Housewives; when the liquour hath done working they forget to stop up the bunghole; cs pns12 vhb d n2 p-acp d n1, pns12 vbr av-j j n2; c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn vvg pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1213 so when men have any stirrings, then they are in motion and action; so when men have any stirrings, then they Are in motion and actium; av c-crq n2 vhb d n2, cs pns32 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1214 but when they are gone, they let their hearts get a vent and they are deaded again, but when they Are gone, they let their hearts get a vent and they Are deadened again, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vvb po32 n2 vvb dt n1 cc pns32 vbr vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1215 as if they had nothing at all; as if they had nothing At all; c-acp cs pns32 vhd pix p-acp av-d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1216 as Solomon shews, Prov. 19. 15. though a man hath enough for the present, yet if he grow idle, as Solomon shows, Curae 19. 15. though a man hath enough for the present, yet if he grow idle, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd c-acp dt n1 vhz av-d p-acp dt j, av cs pns31 vvb j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1217 when that is spent he will samish and starve, and die; the idle soul shall suffer hunger; when that is spent he will samish and starve, and die; the idle soul shall suffer hunger; c-crq d vbz vvn pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvi; dt j n1 vmb vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1218 may be he hath something now, but if he be idle and sluggish, that may be all spent, may be he hath something now, but if he be idle and sluggish, that may be all spent, vmb vbi pns31 vhz pi av, cc-acp cs pns31 vbb j cc j, cst vmb vbi av-d vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1219 and then for want of supply he may famish; so it is with the soul; and then for want of supply he may famish; so it is with the soul; cc av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vvi; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1220 though it hath something for the present, yet if it be idle, and sluggish, and slothful, though it hath something for the present, yet if it be idle, and sluggish, and slothful, cs pn31 vhz pi p-acp dt j, av cs pn31 vbb j, cc j, cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1221 and take not pains from day to day, it must needs go to wrack; and take not pains from day to day, it must needs go to wrack; cc vvb xx n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1222 when God gives us knowledge of sin, we should improve that knowledge to root out sin; when God gives us knowledge of since, we should improve that knowledge to root out since; c-crq np1 vvz pno12 n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi av n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1223 when God gives us insight into graces, we should employ it, that we may get those graces; when God gives us insight into graces, we should employ it, that we may get those graces; c-crq np1 vvz pno12 n1 p-acp n2, pns12 vmd vvi pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1224 if God give us his ordinances, if he give us a Sermon at any time, we should presently work with it. if God give us his ordinances, if he give us a Sermon At any time, we should presently work with it. cs np1 vvb pno12 po31 n2, cs pns31 vvb pno12 dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmd av-j vvi p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1225 As it is with a graft that a man cuts off to plant and set, As it is with a grafted that a man cuts off to plant and Set, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1226 if he lets it lie till it be dead, it will never grow, but if he presently plant it, it will take in the ground and prosper so if a man would presently take a good motion when it comes, if he lets it lie till it be dead, it will never grow, but if he presently plant it, it will take in the ground and prosper so if a man would presently take a good motion when it comes, cs pns31 vvz pn31 vvi p-acp pn31 vbb j, pn31 vmb av-x vvi, cc-acp cs pns31 av-j vvi pn31, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi av cs dt n1 vmd av-j vvi dt j n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1227 if he would presently take hold of a reproof or counsel given him out of the word of God, if he would presently take hold of a reproof or counsel given him out of the word of God, cs pns31 vmd av-j vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vvn pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 33
1228 while it hath life in it, and works upon his heart, the heart might receive much benefit; while it hath life in it, and works upon his heart, the heart might receive much benefit; cs pn31 vhz n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vmd vvi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1229 but when people are blockish and ▪ dull, they are not willing to take any pains, no wonder though they go down as they do, Eccles. 10. 18. by much slothfulness the building decayeth, &c. it is so in the spiritual building; but when people Are blockish and ▪ dull, they Are not willing to take any pains, no wonder though they go down as they do, Eccles. 10. 18. by much slothfulness the building decayeth, etc. it is so in the spiritual building; cc-acp q-crq n1 vbr j cc ▪ j, pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi d n2, dx n1 cs pns32 vvb a-acp c-acp pns32 vdb, np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz, av pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1230 if people be slothful, all gracious things must needs vanish away, and go out more and more; if people be slothful, all gracious things must needs vanish away, and go out more and more; cs n1 vbb j, d j n2 vmb av vvi av, cc vvb av av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1231 and this is a most grievous thing; it is generally among all people, nay, among the better sort; and this is a most grievous thing; it is generally among all people, nay, among the better sort; cc d vbz dt av-ds j n1; pn31 vbz av-j p-acp d n1, uh-x, p-acp dt jc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1232 for wicked men that live palpably in sin, they are struck dead in ••n, and never had any colour of life; for wicked men that live palpably in since, they Are struck dead in ••n, and never had any colour of life; p-acp j n2 cst vvb av-j p-acp n1, pns32 vbr vvn j p-acp n1, cc av-x vhd d n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1233 but I speak of those that have had some kind of quickning, yet notwithstanding suffer themselves to be deaded through idleness; but I speak of those that have had Some kind of quickening, yet notwithstanding suffer themselves to be deadened through idleness; cc-acp pns11 vvb pp-f d cst vhb vhn d n1 pp-f j-vvg, av c-acp vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1234 when we go to prayer, we do not put forth our selves in prayer, our prayers are dead; when we go to prayer, we do not put forth our selves in prayer, our Prayers Are dead; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pns12 vdb xx vvi av po12 n2 p-acp n1, po12 n2 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1235 when we go to the word, we do not put forth our minds, and therefore our hearing is dead; when we go to the word, we do not put forth our minds, and Therefore our hearing is dead; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vdb xx vvi av po12 n2, cc av po12 n-vvg vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1236 our hearts are like to a sieve; our hearts Are like to a sieve; po12 n2 vbr av-j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1237 when it is in the water it is full, but when it is once taken out again, not a jot remains; when it is in the water it is full, but when it is once taken out again, not a jot remains; c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz j, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vbz a-acp vvn av av, xx dt n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1238 so it is while people are at a Sermon, may be they seem to drink in something, so it is while people Are At a Sermon, may be they seem to drink in something, av pn31 vbz n1 n1 vbr p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1239 and their hearts are affected (yet these people are rare too) but when they are gone, all is gone, all leaks out again for want of stopping, and their hearts Are affected (yet these people Are rare too) but when they Are gone, all is gone, all leaks out again for want of stopping, cc po32 n2 vbr vvn (av d n1 vbr j av) cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, d vbz vvn, d n2 av av p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1240 for want of observing the things they have heard; for want of observing the things they have herd; p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1241 this is the reason there is no more life among Christians, because they are so idle and sluggish; this is the reason there is no more life among Christians, Because they Are so idle and sluggish; d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbz dx dc n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vbr av j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1242 thou evil and slothful servant saith Christ; when a man is a slothful servant, he must needs be an evil servant; thou evil and slothful servant Says christ; when a man is a slothful servant, he must needs be an evil servant; pns21 av-jn cc j n1 vvz np1; c-crq dt n1 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vmb av vbi dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1243 Christians will confer may be now and then of grace, but with such loose thoughts that there is no edification or quickning; Christians will confer may be now and then of grace, but with such lose thoughts that there is no edification or quickening; np1 vmb vvi vmb vbi av cc av pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp d j n2 cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1244 nay, their hearts grow dull and sleepy under the same; nay, their hearts grow dull and sleepy under the same; uh-x, po32 n2 vvb j cc j p-acp dt d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1245 how is it possible a man should get any quickning, or keep it without labour and pains? men must labour for it, how is it possible a man should get any quickening, or keep it without labour and pains? men must labour for it, q-crq vbz pn31 j dt n1 vmd vvi d j-vvg, cc vvb pn31 p-acp n1 cc n2? n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1246 as the Apostle saith, give all diligence to make this sure; it is said of Paul, that he followed hard after the mark; as the Apostle Says, give all diligence to make this sure; it is said of Paul, that he followed hard After the mark; c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvb d n1 p-acp vvb d j; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1247 there is nothing can be done in this thing without labour; there is nothing can be done in this thing without labour; a-acp vbz pix vmb vbi vdn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1248 as it is with our outward callings, if a man will have a living in the world, he must labour for it; as it is with our outward callings, if a man will have a living in the world, he must labour for it; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po12 j n2, cs dt n1 vmb vhi dt n-vvg p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1249 the earth will bring forth no fruit unless he till it, and take pains about it; the earth will bring forth no fruit unless he till it, and take pains about it; dt n1 vmb vvi av dx n1 cs pns31 p-acp pn31, cc vvi n2 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1250 so it is here much more; so it is Here much more; av pn31 vbz av av-d av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1251 a mans heart by reason of sin, is cursed as the earth is, and it will bring forth nothing but weeds, vanities, fooleries, a men heart by reason of since, is cursed as the earth is, and it will bring forth nothing but weeds, vanities, fooleries, dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vbz, cc pn31 vmb vvi av pix cc-acp n2, n2, n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1252 and vile passions, and inordinate affections, unless a man be still husbanding of it; therefore unless a man be diligent in this work, he can never be quickned. and vile passion, and inordinate affections, unless a man be still husbanding of it; Therefore unless a man be diligent in this work, he can never be quickened. cc j n2, cc j n2, cs dt n1 vbb av vvg pp-f pn31; av cs dt n1 vbi j p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 74 Page 34
1253 Eighthly, In the next place, the neglect of secret duties is the cause of the deadness of our hearts in all duties of Religion; Eighthly, In the next place, the neglect of secret duties is the cause of the deadness of our hearts in all duties of Religion; j, p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1254 secret duties are the best quickners; secret duties Are the best quickners; j-jn n2 vbr dt js n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1255 when a man goeth alone, and serveth God alone, as it is spoken of Peter, when his heart was dead and untoward in the high Priests hall, when a man Goes alone, and serves God alone, as it is spoken of Peter, when his heart was dead and untoward in the high Priests hall, c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j, cc vvz np1 j, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq po31 n1 vbds j cc j p-acp dt j ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1256 if he had had any life, he would have stood for Christ; if he had had any life, he would have stood for christ; cs pns31 vhd vhn d n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1257 What if I be one of them? what say you to that? I am one, What if I be one of them? what say you to that? I am one, r-crq cs pns11 vbb pi pp-f pno32? q-crq vvb pn22 p-acp d? pns11 vbm pi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1258 and I confess it, and if that be my fault, it shall be my fault still; and I confess it, and if that be my fault, it shall be my fault still; cc pns11 vvb pn31, cc cs d vbb po11 n1, pn31 vmb vbi po11 n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1259 but he was dead and had no life; but he was dead and had no life; cc-acp pns31 vbds j cc vhd dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1260 now what course did he take? he went out (and went by himself) and wept bitterly; he went to a private and secret duty, to humble his soul before Almighty God; now what course did he take? he went out (and went by himself) and wept bitterly; he went to a private and secret duty, to humble his soul before Almighty God; av q-crq n1 vdd pns31 vvi? pns31 vvd av (cc vvd p-acp px31) cc vvd av-j; pns31 vvd p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1261 when a man is sick and would recover his health, he goes and be takes himself to a chamber, when a man is sick and would recover his health, he Goes and be Takes himself to a chamber, c-crq dt n1 vbz j cc vmd vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz cc vbb vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1262 and shuts the windows, and will not let the air come in; and shuts the windows, and will not let the air come in; cc vvz dt n2, cc vmb xx vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1263 so if a man would recover life and quickning, the saving health of his soul, he must take himself to his chamber, so if a man would recover life and quickening, the Saving health of his soul, he must take himself to his chamber, av cs dt n1 vmd vvi n1 cc j-vvg, dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1264 and privately deal with God concerning his own soul, as the Prophet speaks, Zech. 12. every family apart, the house of David apart, and the house of Nathan apart; when Jeremiah would humble himself before God, Jer. 15. 17. I sate alone, saith he; and privately deal with God Concerning his own soul, as the Prophet speaks, Zechariah 12. every family apart, the house of David apart, and the house of Nathan apart; when Jeremiah would humble himself before God, Jer. 15. 17. I sat alone, Says he; cc av-j vvi p-acp np1 vvg po31 d n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd d n1 av, dt n1 pp-f np1 av, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 av; c-crq np1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vvd av-j, vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1265 so even go and sit alone. But you will say, are not publique duties better then private? 'tis true; so even go and fit alone. But you will say, Are not public duties better then private? it's true; av av vvi cc vvi av-j. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vbr xx j n2 av-jc cs j? pn31|vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 75 Page 34
1266 they are so, when we may have publique duties as on the Sabbath day, or any other day, they Are so, when we may have public duties as on the Sabbath day, or any other day, pns32 vbr av, c-crq pns12 vmb vhi j n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, cc d j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 34
1267 when we may go to publique ordinances, then to go to private duties, to private prayer, &c. this is to despise Gods publique worship; when we may go to public ordinances, then to go to private duties, to private prayer, etc. this is to despise God's public worship; c-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, p-acp j n1, av d vbz pc-acp vvi npg1 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 34
1268 but if we be not diligent in secret duties, in private calling upon God, if we be not frequent in these, all outward duties of Gods worship will do us no good; but if we be not diligent in secret duties, in private calling upon God, if we be not frequent in these, all outward duties of God's worship will do us no good; cc-acp cs pns12 vbb xx j p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp j n-vvg p-acp np1, cs pns12 vbb xx vvi p-acp d, d j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vdi pno12 av-dx j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1269 the preaching of the Word will do us no good, except we preach to our selves; the preaching of the Word will do us no good, except we preach to our selves; dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vmb vdi pno12 av-dx j, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1270 the prayers in the congregation will do us no good, if we pray not in our closets; the Prayers in the congregation will do us no good, if we pray not in our closets; dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vdi pno12 av-dx j, cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1271 now when men neglect private prayer, and seeking of God; now when men neglect private prayer, and seeking of God; av c-crq n2 vvb j n1, cc vvg pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1272 when a good motion comes into their mind to seek God in secret, they put it off, they will do it anon, they shall have more liesure another time, when a good motion comes into their mind to seek God in secret, they put it off, they will do it anon, they shall have more liesure Another time, c-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp j-jn, pns32 vvd pn31 a-acp, pns32 vmb vdi pn31 av, pns32 vmb vhi dc n1 j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1273 and if they do it, they do it lothly and hoverly, even so, so, they do not do it roundly and throughly as they ought to do; and if they do it, they do it loathly and hourly, even so, so, they do not do it roundly and thoroughly as they ought to do; cc cs pns32 vdb pn31, pns32 vdb pn31 av-j cc av-j, av av, av, pns32 vdb xx vdi pn31 av cc av-j c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1274 this deads their hearts, Lam. 3. 28. the Church sat• alo•e; that is the way to be quickned; this deads their hearts, Lam. 3. 28. the Church sat• alo•e; that is the Way to be quickened; d n2-j po32 n2, np1 crd crd dt n1 n1 n1; cst vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1275 if a man did love quickning, •e would plot and study to be alone, nay, he would search all the •orn••s o• his house for privacy; if a man did love quickening, •e would plot and study to be alone, nay, he would search all the •orn••s o• his house for privacy; cs dt n1 vdd vvi j-vvg, av vmd vvi cc vvi pc-acp vbi j, uh-x, pns31 vmd vvi d dt ng1 n1 po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1276 if he did love his own quickning, he would do thus, he would be frequent with God in secret; if he did love his own quickening, he would do thus, he would be frequent with God in secret; cs pns31 vdd vvi po31 d j-vvg, pns31 vmd vdi av, pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1277 it is noted that the greate•• work that ever Jacob did, it was in private, Gen. 32. 24. he had sent all his company away, it is noted that the greate•• work that ever Jacob did, it was in private, Gen. 32. 24. he had sent all his company away, pn31 vbz vvn cst dt n1 vvb cst av np1 vdd, pn31 vbds p-acp j, np1 crd crd pns31 vhd vvn d po31 n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1278 and dispatched them over the brook, he was l•ft al〈 … 〉, and so went to •ug with God all alone, and dispatched them over the brook, he was l•ft al〈 … 〉, and so went to •ug with God all alone, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn n1 … 〉, cc av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 d j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1279 and there wrestled so hard, this he would not let the A•g•l go until he had blessed him; and there wrestled so hard, this he would not let the A•g•l go until he had blessed him; cc a-acp vvd av av-j, d pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 vvb c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1280 so this were the way for people to take God aside, and go between him and them, so this were the Way for people to take God aside, and go between him and them, av d vbdr dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av, cc vvi p-acp pno31 cc pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1281 and th•re afflict their souls and acknowledge all their vileness, there to be instant with him, and th•re afflict their Souls and acknowledge all their vileness, there to be instant with him, cc av vvb po32 n2 cc vvi d po32 n1, a-acp pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1282 and look up to him and bless him; and look up to him and bless him; cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno31 cc vvb pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1283 as it is noted of our Saviour Christ, he would shift out of the way many times, as it is noted of our Saviour christ, he would shift out of the Way many times, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f po12 n1 np1, pns31 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1284 and go and pray alone, Mat. 14 23. We may do that when we are alone, that w• cannot do in any company; and go and pray alone, Mathew 14 23. We may do that when we Are alone, that w• cannot do in any company; cc vvi cc vvb av-j, np1 crd crd pns12 vmb vdi d c-crq pns12 vbr j, cst n1 vmbx vdi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1285 we may speak that in private, which is not fit for the Wife, or the brother to hear; we may speak that in private, which is not fit for the Wife, or the brother to hear; pns12 vmb vvi cst p-acp j, r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1286 a man may do that alone, which he is not able to do when he is in company; a man may do that alone, which he is not able to do when he is in company; dt n1 vmb vdi d av-j, r-crq pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vdi c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1287 how many secret arguments hath a man to move God in private many secret businesses that only God and his own soul knows off; how many secret Arguments hath a man to move God in private many secret businesses that only God and his own soul knows off; c-crq d j-jn n2 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp j d j-jn n2 cst av-j np1 cc po31 d n1 vvz a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1288 so that if he would be diligent in private duties, he knows not what good h• might do to his own soul: so that if he would be diligent in private duties, he knows not what good h• might do to his own soul: av cst cs pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp j n2, pns31 vvz xx r-crq j n1 vmd vdi p-acp po31 d n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1289 Now the neglect of this blessed Ordinance of God, of se•king of him in secret, is the cause of this deadness; Now the neglect of this blessed Ordinance of God, of se•king of him in secret, is the cause of this deadness; av dt n1 pp-f d j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, pp-f vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp j-jn, vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1290 nay, the want of this duty is the cause why publique Ordinances do •• no more good. nay, the want of this duty is the cause why public Ordinances do •• no more good. uh-x, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq j n2 vdb •• dx av-dc j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 76 Page 35
1291 Ninthly, The next cause of deadness is the not looking after inward duties in a mans own brest; Ninthly, The next cause of deadness is the not looking After inward duties in a men own breast; ord, dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt xx vvg p-acp j n2 p-acp dt ng1 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1292 spiritual life and quickning is an inward thing, and it is inward duties that must cherish it; spiritual life and quickening is an inward thing, and it is inward duties that must cherish it; j n1 cc j-vvg vbz dt j n1, cc pn31 vbz j n2 cst vmb vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1293 and the omitting of these duties doth most destroy it and let it die. I say inward duties; and the omitting of these duties does most destroy it and let it die. I say inward duties; cc dt vvg pp-f d n2 vdz ds vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31 vvi. pns11 vvb j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1294 outward duties it is more easie doing of them; outward duties it is more easy doing of them; j n2 pn31 vbz av-dc j vdg pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1295 as for a man to pray, and hear, and receive the Sacrament, and externally to observe the Sabbath, as for a man to pray, and hear, and receive the Sacrament, and externally to observe the Sabbath, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi dt n1, cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1296 or outwardly to confer and sing Psalms, an• read a Chapter; these outward duties a man may do them with more ease; or outwardly to confer and sing Psalms, an• read a Chapter; these outward duties a man may do them with more ease; cc av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2, n1 vvb dt n1; d j n2 dt n1 vmb vdi pno32 p-acp dc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1297 nay, hypocrites may do them, and do do them, and yet never come to life and quickning; nay, Hypocrites may do them, and do do them, and yet never come to life and quickening; uh-x, n2 vmb vdi pno32, cc vdb vdb pno32, cc av av-x vvn p-acp n1 cc j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1298 they do them after their manner; they do them After their manner; pns32 vdb pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1299 but there is no man can do them aright, but they that are quickned up to God; but there is no man can do them aright, but they that Are quickened up to God; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 vmb vdi pno32 av, cc-acp pns32 cst vbr vvn a-acp p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1300 but I say men may do this, and never be quickned but now there be inward duties, but I say men may do this, and never be quickened but now there be inward duties, cc-acp pns11 vvb n2 vmb vdi d, cc av-x vbi vvn p-acp av pc-acp vbi j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1301 and these are the main quickners of the heart, and the careles••ess of these is a great cause of deadnesse; but what are these? and these Are the main quickners of the heart, and the careles••ess of these is a great cause of deadness; but what Are these? cc d vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; cc-acp q-crq vbr d? (7) treatise (DIV2) 77 Page 35
1302 It is the setting of God before a mans eyes, thinking when he goeth up and down of God, of his holiness, of his precepts, of the danger of being under his displeasure, It is the setting of God before a men eyes, thinking when he Goes up and down of God, of his holiness, of his Precepts, of the danger of being under his displeasure, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt ng1 n2, vvg c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp cc a-acp pp-f np1, pp-f po31 n1, pp-f po31 n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f vbg p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 35
1303 and of the happiness of being in his favour; it is for a man to be striving against temptations, and opposing his own wickedness; and of the happiness of being in his favour; it is for a man to be striving against temptations, and opposing his own wickedness; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f vbg p-acp po31 n1; pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp n2, cc vvg po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 35
1304 if sin rise up at an• time, to beat it down; if since rise up At an• time, to beatrice it down; cs n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 35
1305 these be inward duties, which no man can see ▪ if a man were in the market cross, he might do these duties and no man see him; these be inward duties, which no man can see ▪ if a man were in the market cross, he might do these duties and no man see him; d vbb j n2, r-crq dx n1 vmb vvi ▪ cs dt n1 vbdr p-acp dt n1 n1, pns31 vmd vdi d n2 cc dx n1 vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 35
1306 no man can tell what a man thinks, what he is doing in his bosome; no man can tell what a man thinks, what he is doing in his bosom; dx n1 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz, r-crq pns31 vbz vdg p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 35
1307 now I say, if a man would be careful of these inward duties, what a deal of good might he gain? these inward duties are they that raise up quickning, Mal. 2. 15. take heed to the spirit; now I say, if a man would be careful of these inward duties, what a deal of good might he gain? these inward duties Are they that raise up quickening, Malachi 2. 15. take heed to the Spirit; av pns11 vvb, cs dt n1 vmd vbi j pp-f d j n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f j n1 pns31 vvi? d j n2 vbr pns32 cst vvb a-acp j-vvg, np1 crd crd vvb n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 35
1308 many take heed to their lips, they will not speak; and to the outward man, they will not do evil; many take heed to their lips, they will not speak; and to the outward man, they will not do evil; d vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi; cc p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmb xx vdi j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 35
1309 but take heed to your spirit, Eph. 5. 19. speak to your selves, saith the Apostle, we speak, may be, to others about God; this is an outward duty; but take heed to your Spirit, Ephesians 5. 19. speak to your selves, Says the Apostle, we speak, may be, to Others about God; this is an outward duty; cc-acp vvb n1 p-acp po22 n1, np1 crd crd vvi p-acp po22 n2, vvz dt n1, pns12 vvb, vmb vbi, p-acp n2-jn p-acp np1; d vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1310 but we should speak to our selves; but we should speak to our selves; cc-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1311 if a man loved quickning, he would reason the case with his own soul, and speak to himself, if a man loved quickening, he would reason the case with his own soul, and speak to himself, cs dt n1 vvd j-vvg, pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvi p-acp px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1312 and ever and anon upon occasion retire into his own bosome, and recolle upon his own heart, and commune with himselfe; and ever and anon upon occasion retire into his own bosom, and recolle upon his own heart, and commune with himself; cc av cc av p-acp n1 vvi p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvi p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1313 this is it, to be inwardly resisting the Devil, and cherishing of good motions; this is it, to be inwardly resisting the devil, and cherishing of good motions; d vbz pn31, pc-acp vbi av-j vvg dt n1, cc vvg pp-f j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1314 this is an excellent thing, and nothing deads a Christian so much as the neglect of these duties. this is an excellent thing, and nothing deads a Christian so much as the neglect of these duties. d vbz dt j n1, cc pix n2-j dt njp av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1315 It is observed of Nehemiah, when he was speaking to the King, he was doing of an inward duty at the same time, Neh. 2. 4. At the same time that he spake to the King, he was careful of the inward duty to speak to God to blesse him, and to be with him: It is observed of Nehemiah, when he was speaking to the King, he was doing of an inward duty At the same time, Neh 2. 4. At the same time that he spoke to the King, he was careful of the inward duty to speak to God to bless him, and to be with him: pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds vdg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt d n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds j pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1316 So when Moses was exhorting all Israel to believe in God, Exod. 14. 13, 14. At the same time when no body knew what Moses did, he was doing of an inward duty, he was crying to God; So when Moses was exhorting all Israel to believe in God, Exod 14. 13, 14. At the same time when no body knew what Moses did, he was doing of an inward duty, he was crying to God; av c-crq np1 vbds vvg d np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt d n1 c-crq dx n1 vvd r-crq np1 vdd, pns31 vbds vdg pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vbds vvg p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1317 as the Lord saith, ver. 15. Moses, why criest thou unto me? This was when he was conversing with Israel, and talking with them; as the Lord Says, ver. 15. Moses, why Christ thou unto me? This was when he was conversing with Israel, and talking with them; c-acp dt n1 vvz, fw-la. crd np1, q-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp pno11? d vbds c-crq pns31 vbds vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1318 these inward duties may stand with any duty; they run along in prayer, and hearing of the Word: these inward duties may stand with any duty; they run along in prayer, and hearing of the Word: d j n2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1319 they run along when a man is in company, and when he is alone; when he is at home, and when he is abroad; they run along when a man is in company, and when he is alone; when he is At home, and when he is abroad; pns32 vvb a-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc c-crq pns31 vbz j; c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp n1-an, cc c-crq pns31 vbz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1320 when he is eating and drinking; when he is eating and drinking; c-crq pns31 vbz vvg cc vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1321 these inward duties, if men would make much of them, it would make a man to have a gracious living heart. these inward duties, if men would make much of them, it would make a man to have a gracious living heart. d j n2, cs n2 vmd vvi d pp-f pno32, pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt j j-vvg n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1322 Now what should ayle us but that we may doe these duties? we have no excuse for the not doing of them; Now what should ail us but that we may do these duties? we have no excuse for the not doing of them; av q-crq vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d pns12 vmb vdi d n2? pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt xx vdg pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1323 when we are in company, what should ayle us but we may think thus? I will take heed now, I will not speak words that my heart may reproach me for afterwards, I will behave my selfe as I ought; when we Are in company, what should ail us but we may think thus? I will take heed now, I will not speak words that my heart may reproach me for afterwards, I will behave my self as I ought; c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, r-crq vmd vvi pno12 p-acp pns12 vmb vvi av? pns11 vmb vvi n1 av, pns11 vmb xx vvi n2 cst po11 n1 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp av, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 c-acp pns11 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1324 though a persecutor of Religion were in company, can he know these thoughts? No man can persecute or mock him for any of these; though a persecutor of Religion were in company, can he know these thoughts? No man can persecute or mock him for any of these; c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbdr p-acp n1, vmb pns31 vvi d n2? dx n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp d pp-f d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1325 a man may think as good thoughts as he will, if he hath an heart to them; a man may think as good thoughts as he will, if he hath an heart to them; dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 c-acp pns31 vmb, cs pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1326 and this will keep up a mans quickning; and this will keep up a men quickening; cc d vmb vvi a-acp dt ng1 j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1327 when a man goeth abroad, what should hinder but he may be imployed in inward duties, considering seriously, when a man Goes abroad, what should hinder but he may be employed in inward duties, considering seriously, q-crq dt n1 vvz av, q-crq vmd vvi cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, vvg av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1328 and thinking solemnly, how it stands between God and his soule? what shall hinder a man from these duties? Now the neglect of these is the cause of the deadnesse of mens hearts; and thinking solemnly, how it Stands between God and his soul? what shall hinder a man from these duties? Now the neglect of these is the cause of the deadness of men's hearts; cc vvg av-j, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp np1 cc po31 n1? q-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2? av dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1329 people come to Church, and hear Sermons; people come to Church, and hear Sermons; n1 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1330 but what do ye do within? do you set up Gods Ordinances in your bosomes? do you set up a Christian watch in your bosomes? and prayer in your bosoms? how do you go up and down all day long? is heaven in your bosoms? is the fear of God in your bosoms, preserving and keeping of you? This is that which will quicken you; but what do you do within? do you Set up God's Ordinances in your bosoms? do you Set up a Christian watch in your bosoms? and prayer in your bosoms? how do you go up and down all day long? is heaven in your bosoms? is the Fear of God in your bosoms, preserving and keeping of you? This is that which will quicken you; cc-acp q-crq vdb pn22 vdb p-acp? vdb pn22 vvi a-acp npg1 n2 p-acp po22 n2? vdb pn22 vvi a-acp dt njp n1 p-acp po22 n2? cc n1 p-acp po22 n2? q-crq vdb pn22 vvi a-acp cc a-acp d n1 av-j? vbz n1 p-acp po22 n2? vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2, vvg cc vvg pp-f pn22? d vbz d r-crq vmb vvi pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1331 and a man can never be quickned, if he make not conscience of this. Lastly, Another cause of deadnesse, is peoples contenting themselves with what they have attained unto; and a man can never be quickened, if he make not conscience of this. Lastly, another cause of deadness, is peoples contenting themselves with what they have attained unto; cc dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn, cs pns31 vvb xx n1 pp-f d. ord, j-jn n1 pp-f n1, vbz n2 vvg px32 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 78 Page 36
1332 if they have g•tten any thing, they are apt to set up their staves there, and content themselves as if all were well; if they have g•tten any thing, they Are apt to Set up their staves there, and content themselves as if all were well; cs pns32 vhb vvn d n1, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 a-acp, cc vvi px32 a-acp cs d vbdr av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1333 this is the cause of the deadnesse of peoples hearts, because every little sufficeth them; if they have but any hope that they are of God, and fear his name; this is the cause of the deadness of peoples hearts, Because every little Suffices them; if they have but any hope that they Are of God, and Fear his name; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng1 n2, c-acp d j vvz pno32; cs pns32 vhb p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vbr pp-f np1, cc vvb po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1334 if they finde they have any thing in them, they are apt to be secure, and not to be earnest to grow in grace from day to day. if they find they have any thing in them, they Are apt to be secure, and not to be earnest to grow in grace from day to day. cs pns32 vvb pns32 vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi j, cc xx pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1335 Now when this gets into a mans heart, it will dead him presently; Now when this gets into a men heart, it will dead him presently; av c-crq d vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1, pn31 vmb j pno31 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1336 therefore the Apostle, when he perceived many of the Hebrews deaded their hearts this way, he shakes them up, Heb. 6. 1. Leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection: Therefore the Apostle, when he perceived many of the Hebrews deadened their hearts this Way, he shakes them up, Hebrew 6. 1. Leaving the principles of the Doctrine of christ, let us go on unto perfection: av dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd d pp-f dt np1 vvd po32 n2 d n1, pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp, np1 crd crd vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1337 As who should say, Let us on, on, for shame unto perfection, let us proceed further, let us not ever be learning and never come to the knowledge of the truth; As who should say, Let us on, on, for shame unto perfection, let us proceed further, let us not ever be learning and never come to the knowledge of the truth; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb pno12 p-acp, a-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi av-jc, vvb pno12 xx av vbi n1 cc av-x vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1338 let us not be ever laying a foundation, and never building thereupon; let us not be ever laying a Foundation, and never building thereupon; vvb pno12 xx vbi av vvg dt n1, cc av-x vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1339 let us not be ever going about repentance, and faith, and the first principles of the Oracles of God, and never come to perfection: let us not be ever going about Repentance, and faith, and the First principles of the Oracles of God, and never come to perfection: vvb pno12 xx vbi av vvg p-acp n1, cc n1, cc dt ord n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av-x vvb p-acp n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1340 This is the effect of the Epistles of Peter, that people should not content themselves with what they have, This is the Effect of the Epistles of Peter, that people should not content themselves with what they have, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst n1 vmd xx vvi px32 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 36
1341 but that they may grow and goe forward; but that they may grow and go forward; cc-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1342 Desire the sincere milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby, 1 Pet. 2. 2. and grow in grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. He is beating upon this, that no man should content himselfe with any measure already attained; Desire the sincere milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby, 1 Pet. 2. 2. and grow in grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. He is beating upon this, that no man should content himself with any measure already attained; vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi av, vvn np1 crd crd cc vvi p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vbz vvg p-acp d, cst dx n1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp d n1 av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1343 if he do, his heart will be deaded, and made dull and blockish to all goodnesse; if he do, his heart will be deadened, and made dull and blockish to all Goodness; cs pns31 vdb, po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvd j cc j p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1344 and this is another cause of the deadness of peoples hearts, they are at a stay, they are at a stand; and this is Another cause of the deadness of peoples hearts, they Are At a stay, they Are At a stand; cc d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng1 n2, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1345 every man (may be) would be a good Christian, and a childe of God; every man (may be) would be a good Christian, and a child of God; d n1 (vmb vbi) vmd vbi dt j njp, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1346 and if he can get but any hope that he is a childe of God, and if he can get but any hope that he is a child of God, cc cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1347 now he is safe, and now he goeth dully and blockishly on, if he can but hold there; now he is safe, and now he Goes dully and blockishly on, if he can but hold there; av pns31 vbz j, cc av pns31 vvz av-j cc av-j a-acp, cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1348 and if he hath any fears that he is not right, then may be he begins to stir himselfe a little; and if he hath any fears that he is not right, then may be he begins to stir himself a little; cc cs pns31 vhz d n2 cst pns31 vbz xx j-jn, av vmb vbi pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1349 but as soon as ever he gets any hopes again that he is right, he goeth on in a blockish manner, but as soon as ever he gets any hope's again that he is right, he Goes on in a blockish manner, cc-acp c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvz d n2 av cst pns31 vbz j-jn, pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1350 and passeth over holy things otherwise then he ought to doe; and passes over holy things otherwise then he ought to do; cc vvz p-acp j n2 av av pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1351 and then if any spurs come into his conscience, and awaken him, may be he stirs again, till he gets up a little hope that his condition is good, and then if any spurs come into his conscience, and awaken him, may be he stirs again, till he gets up a little hope that his condition is good, cc av cs d n2 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno31, vmb vbi pns31 vvz av, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp dt j n1 cst po31 n1 vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1352 and then he falls off, and grows as secure again as he was before; and this deads the hearts of people. and then he falls off, and grows as secure again as he was before; and this deads the hearts of people. cc av pns31 vvz a-acp, cc vvz p-acp j av c-acp pns31 vbds a-acp; cc d n2-j av n2 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 79 Page 37
1353 I come now to the meanes how a man may be quickened, and the first is this. I come now to the means how a man may be quickened, and the First is this. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n2 c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt ord vbz d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1354 If we would be quickened, we must believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, we must goe to him (I speak now to good people) if you would be quickned, you must goe and fetch it from the Lord Jesus Christ; If we would be quickened, we must believe in the Lord jesus christ, we must go to him (I speak now to good people) if you would be quickened, you must go and fetch it from the Lord jesus christ; cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 (pns11 vvb av p-acp j n1) cs pn22 vmd vbi vvn, pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1355 he is a fountain of life opened unto all that come unto him; he is a fountain of life opened unto all that come unto him; pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1356 I am come (saith Christ) that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly, John 10. 10. Christ is not only come to quicken the dead, I am come (Says christ) that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly, John 10. 10. christ is not only come to quicken the dead, pns11 vbm vvn (vvz np1) d pns32 vmd vhi n1, cc cst pns32 vmd vhi pn31 av-dc av-j, np1 crd crd np1 vbz xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1357 and raise them up that they may be alive towards God, barely, and nakedly; and raise them up that they may be alive towards God, barely, and nakedly; cc vvi pno32 a-acp cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp np1, av-j, cc av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1358 but he came to make all his people lively, that they should have more life and quickning, but he Come to make all his people lively, that they should have more life and quickening, cc-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d po31 n1 j, cst pns32 vmd vhi dc n1 cc j-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1359 and be more enlarged in grace; and be more enlarged in grace; cc vbi av-dc vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1360 he came not onely to work the thing, but to work a growth and increase of it more and more: he Come not only to work the thing, but to work a growth and increase of it more and more: pns31 vvd xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 av-dc cc av-dc: (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1361 Now if you would know how to come by this life in Christ Jesus, the only way is to believe in Christ, John 7. 38 He that believeth in me, out of his belly shall flow Rivers of living water; Now if you would know how to come by this life in christ jesus, the only Way is to believe in christ, John 7. 38 He that Believeth in me, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water; av cs pn22 vmd vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp np1 np1, dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, av pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1362 there shall be rivers of spiritual life in that man, that shall never be drawn dry; there shall be Rivers of spiritual life in that man, that shall never be drawn dry; a-acp vmb vbi n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp d n1, cst vmb av-x vbi vvn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1363 so then, doe any of us stand sticking at this, how shall we be quickned, so then, do any of us stand sticking At this, how shall we be quickened, av av, vdb d pp-f pno12 vvi vvg p-acp d, q-crq vmb pns12 vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1364 and shake off this deadness that is in us? I say, look up to Christ, and shake off this deadness that is in us? I say, look up to christ, cc vvb a-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12? pns11 vvb, vvb a-acp p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1365 and labour truly and unfainedly to desire him, and hunger and thirst after him; if we did search after Christ, wee should be quickned presently; and labour truly and unfeignedly to desire him, and hunger and thirst After him; if we did search After christ, we should be quickened presently; cc vvi av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; cs pns12 vdd vvi p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vbi vvn av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1366 there is no man is dead, but he that hath no care to look after Christ, and desire him; there is no man is dead, but he that hath no care to look After christ, and desire him; pc-acp vbz dx n1 vbz j, cc-acp pns31 cst vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1367 if we would have Christ, if our hearts be open to him, if we doe but desire him, if we would have christ, if our hearts be open to him, if we do but desire him, cs pns12 vmd vhi np1, cs po12 n2 vbb j p-acp pno31, cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1368 and long for him, if we have but these groanes, and outgoings in our souls, oh that I had but Christ shed abroad in my heart! and long for him, if we have but these groans, and outgoings in our Souls, o that I had but christ shed abroad in my heart! cc av-j p-acp pno31, cs pns12 vhb p-acp d n2, cc n2-vdg p-acp po12 n2, uh cst pns11 vhd p-acp np1 vvd av p-acp po11 n1! (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1369 if I had him, I should have life and quickning; if I had him, I should have right and title to all Gods heavenly comforts; if I had him, I should have life and quickening; if I had him, I should have right and title to all God's heavenly comforts; cs pns11 vhd pno31, pns11 vmd vhi n1 cc j-vvg; cs pns11 vhd pno31, pns11 vmd vhi j-jn cc n1 p-acp d n2 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1370 if our hearts did but goe up and down longing after Christ, this is the way to attain to quickning. if our hearts did but go up and down longing After christ, this is the Way to attain to quickening. cs po12 n2 vdd p-acp vvi a-acp cc a-acp vvg p-acp np1, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1371 Isa. 55. 1. Ho every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, &c. Come, and ye shall have waters that shall never be dried up; Isaiah 55. 1. Ho every one that Thirsteth, come you to the waters, etc. Come, and you shall have waters that shall never be dried up; np1 crd crd uh d crd cst vvz, vvb pn22 p-acp dt n2, av vvb, cc pn22 vmb vhi n2 cst vmb av-x vbi vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1372 the want of faith is the cause of hardness of heart, and of deadnesse; the want of faith is the cause of hardness of heart, and of deadness; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1373 as our Saviour Christ, when he saw they were dead, Matth. 16. he did upbraid them with unbeliefe: if a man did but once believe, as our Saviour christ, when he saw they were dead, Matthew 16. he did upbraid them with unbelief: if a man did but once believe, c-acp po12 n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pns32 vbdr j, np1 crd pns31 vdd vvi pno32 p-acp n1: cs dt n1 vdd p-acp a-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1374 if a man did but truly cast his soul upon God, if he had but once his eyes opened to see the vanity of all other things, to see the danger of sinne and iniquity, the misery of all unregenerate people, if a man did but truly cast his soul upon God, if he had but once his eyes opened to see the vanity of all other things, to see the danger of sin and iniquity, the misery of all unregenerate people, cs dt n1 vdd p-acp av-j vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, cs pns31 vhd cc-acp a-acp po31 n2 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1375 and to see the worth of Christ, and the infinite goodnesse of God in Christ, what an admirable pearl it is to enjoy him; and to see the worth of christ, and the infinite Goodness of God in christ, what an admirable pearl it is to enjoy him; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1376 how it is better then life it selfe, better then the whole world, yea, then thousands of worlds; how it is better then life it self, better then the Whole world, yea, then thousands of world's; c-crq pn31 vbz jc cs n1 pn31 n1, jc cs dt j-jn n1, uh, cs crd pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1377 if a man did but see this, and had his heart affected with this, to be drawn to Christ, if a man did but see this, and had his heart affected with this, to be drawn to christ, cs dt n1 vdd p-acp vvi d, cc vhd po31 n1 vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1378 and to have his heart and minde run after him, to be possessed of him, this is faith; and to have his heart and mind run After him, to be possessed of him, this is faith; cc pc-acp vhi po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31, d vbz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 37
1379 you that would know whether you have faith or no, if you had all the faiths in the world, you are infidels without this faith; you that would know whither you have faith or no, if you had all the faiths in the world, you Are Infidels without this faith; pn22 cst vmd vvi cs pn22 vhb n1 cc uh-dx, cs pn22 vhd d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vbr n2 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 38
1380 but if you have this faith, you have true faith; but if you have this faith, you have true faith; cc-acp cs pn22 vhb d n1, pn22 vhb j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 38
1381 if you have a heart running after Christ, minding him, and longing for him, and casting your soules upon him for all good, accounting this your principal, if you have a heart running After christ, minding him, and longing for him, and casting your Souls upon him for all good, accounting this your principal, cs pn22 vhb dt n1 vvg p-acp np1, vvg pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31, cc vvg po22 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp d j, vvg d po22 n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 38
1382 and total, and main good, and accordingly affecting this, these are the works of faith; and if you have these works, you may be quickned; and total, and main good, and accordingly affecting this, these Are the works of faith; and if you have these works, you may be quickened; cc j, cc j j, cc av-vvg vvg d, d vbr dt n2 pp-f n1; cc cs pn22 vhb d n2, pn22 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 38
1383 believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, set your hearts upon him, and seek after him, and you shall have all manner of good, even life it self. believe in the Lord jesus christ, Set your hearts upon him, and seek After him, and you shall have all manner of good, even life it self. vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, vvb po22 n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc pn22 vmb vhi d n1 pp-f j, j n1 pn31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 80 Page 38
1384 The second meanes is, a careful learning of the Word of God preached. The second means is, a careful learning of the Word of God preached. dt ord n2 vbz, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1385 When the Corin•hians were marvellously blocked u• in their minds and hearts, and were straightned in good things, 2 C•r 6 12. mark what the Apostle saith v. 11. Our m•uth is •pen to you &c. as who should say, in our Ministery there is abundance of grace, abundance of life, When the Corin•hians were marvellously blocked u• in their minds and hearts, and were straightened in good things, 2 C•r 6 12. mark what the Apostle Says v. 11. Our m•uth is •pen to you etc. as who should say, in our Ministry there is abundance of grace, abundance of life, c-crq dt npg1 vbdr av-j vvn n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, cc vbdr vvn p-acp j n2, crd j crd crd n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz n1 crd po12 n1 vbz j p-acp pn22 av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, p-acp po12 n1 a-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1386 and largenesse of heart, abundance of gracious things; all manner of good things we bring with us in our Ministery; and largeness of heart, abundance of gracious things; all manner of good things we bring with us in our Ministry; cc n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f j n2; d n1 pp-f j n2 pns12 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1387 peace, and comfort, and hope, and all the promises of God, and all the rich treasu•es of Jesus Christ; peace, and Comfort, and hope, and all the promises of God, and all the rich treasu•es of jesus christ; n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1388 we come with our armes full; you are not straightned here, but you are straightned in your 〈 ◊ 〉 bowels; we come with our arms full; you Are not straightened Here, but you Are straightened in your 〈 ◊ 〉 bowels; pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 j; pn22 vbr xx vvn av, p-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp po22 〈 sy 〉 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1389 as who should say ▪ you may be enlarged sweetly by our Ministry; w• deliver unto you abundance of grace and mercy, and abundance of supply; as who should say ▪ you may be enlarged sweetly by our Ministry; w• deliver unto you abundance of grace and mercy, and abundance of supply; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi ▪ pn22 vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp po12 n1; n1 vvb p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1390 all those deadnesses, and lockings up of heart in you, would be healed by the Ministery of the Word; all those deadnesses, and lockings up of heart in you, would be healed by the Ministry of the Word; d d n2, cc n2 a-acp pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1391 so may, I say, if your hearts are locked up, certainly it is for not taking what the Word offers; so may, I say, if your hearts Are locked up, Certainly it is for not taking what the Word offers; av vmb, pns11 vvb, cs po22 n2 vbr vvn a-acp, av-j pn31 vbz pc-acp xx vvg r-crq dt n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1392 if you would come hungerly and greedily to the Word of God, with an heart desirous to be edified and instructed, if you would come hungerly and greedily to the Word of God, with an heart desirous to be edified and instructed, cs pn22 vmd vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1393 and to apply what the Word speaks to your souls, certainly you shall here meet with abundance of grace and life; and to apply what the Word speaks to your Souls, Certainly you shall Here meet with abundance of grace and life; cc pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po22 n2, av-j pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1394 for the Word is the Word of life, and the Ministery of the Word is the Ministery of the Spirit of God and life, for the Word is the Word of life, and the Ministry of the Word is the Ministry of the Spirit of God and life, p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1395 so that the deadness of all people is meerly from their own bowels; you are not straightned in us, saith the Apostle; so that the deadness of all people is merely from their own bowels; you Are not straightened in us, Says the Apostle; av cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-j p-acp po32 d n2; pn22 vbr xx vvn p-acp pno12, vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1396 no, in th• Ministery of the Word is abundance of life. no, in th• Ministry of the Word is abundance of life. uh-dx, p-acp n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 81 Page 38
1397 The third meanes is, A careful shunning of all those causes of deadness which we named formerly; The third means is, A careful shunning of all those Causes of deadness which we nam formerly; dt ord n2 vbz, dt j vvg pp-f d d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvd av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1398 we must take heed of sin; we must take heed of since; pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1399 for if we give way to sinne, it will dead the heart, it will make a make a man shy of God, for if we give Way to sin, it will dead the heart, it will make a make a man shy of God, c-acp cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb j dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt vvi dt n1 j pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1400 and put a man to woful tasks, and bre•d lo•hness to goe about duties; and put a man to woeful tasks, and bre•d lo•hness to go about duties; cc vvd dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1401 it will make a man to have a guilty conscience, and dead a man that way; it will make a man to have a guilty conscience, and dead a man that Way; pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1, cc j dt n1 cst n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1402 it will grieve the spirit of God, and quench all the operations, and sweet influences, it will grieve the Spirit of God, and quench all the operations, and sweet influences, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi d dt n2, cc j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1403 and gracious motions of the Spirit, that the sweet livelinesse of his workings will be gone away, and gracious motions of the Spirit, that the sweet liveliness of his workings will be gone away, cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1404 if a man give way to sinne; if he give way to the world, or slackning in a godly course; if a man give Way to sin; if he give Way to the world, or slackening in a godly course; cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp n1; cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1405 if a man give way to pride or vanity, or any sin; if a man give Way to pride or vanity, or any since; cs dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1406 this will dead the heart, a mans heart will presently be deaded, if he give way to the Devil, and to his temptations. this will dead the heart, a men heart will presently be deadened, if he give Way to the devil, and to his temptations. d vmb av-j dt n1, dt ng1 n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn, cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1407 In particular, you must take heed of niggardlinesse in Religion; In particular, you must take heed of niggardliness in Religion; p-acp j, pn22 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1408 they that love quickning, must labour for a frank and free spirit, that will rather overdoe in Gods service then underdoe; they that love quickening, must labour for a frank and free Spirit, that will rather overdo in God's service then underdo; pns32 cst vvb j-vvg, vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1, cst vmb av-c vvi p-acp ng1 n1 av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1409 as long as a man hath a free heart, he shall have a quickened heart; therefore labour to preserve it; as long as a man hath a free heart, he shall have a quickened heart; Therefore labour to preserve it; c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vhz dt j n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt j-vvn n1; av vvb pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1410 doe as Philemon, I kn•w thou wil• d•e more than I say. do as Philemon, I kn•w thou wil• d•e more than I say. vdb c-acp np1, pns11 vvb pns21 n1 vbi av-dc cs pns11 vvb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1411 Paul knew he had a free spirit, that if be commanded him a little, he would doe more; Paul knew he had a free Spirit, that if be commanded him a little, he would do more; np1 vvd pns31 vhd dt j n1, cst cs vbi vvn pno31 dt j, pns31 vmd vdi av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1412 he would rather overdoe then underdoe ▪ our Saviour Christ calls for this free spirit; I• a man take thy coat, give him thy cloak also; he would rather overdo then underdo ▪ our Saviour christ calls for this free Spirit; I• a man take thy coat, give him thy cloak also; pns31 vmd av-c vvi cs vvi ▪ po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp d j n1; n1 dt n1 vvb po21 n1, vvb pno31 po21 n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1413 rather overdoe then underdoe in any good thing; have a free heart; rather overdo then underdo in any good thing; have a free heart; av vvi cs vvi p-acp d j n1; vhb dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1414 if God bid thee pray, pray thr•e times, five times a day, rather then not often enough; if God bid thee pray, pray thr•e times, five times a day, rather then not often enough; cs np1 vvb pno21 vvb, vvb j n2, crd n2 dt n1, av-c cs xx av av-d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1415 there be m•n• duties that God doth not set down how often, and how frequent, and ho• long; there be m•n• duties that God does not Set down how often, and how frequent, and ho• long; pc-acp vbi n1 n2 cst np1 vdz xx vvi a-acp c-crq av, cc c-crq j, cc n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1416 now labour for a free spirit; rather do twice as much, then underdo. Again ▪ Take heed of lownesse of Religion, of taking up a low, and base, now labour for a free Spirit; rather do twice as much, then underdo. Again ▪ Take heed of lowness of Religion, of taking up a low, and base, av n1 p-acp dt j n1; av vdb av p-acp d, av vvb. av ▪ vvb n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, pp-f vvg a-acp dt j, cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 82 Page 38
1417 and mean kinde of Religion, that will not reach the Kingdome of God; and mean kind of Religion, that will not reach the Kingdom of God; cc j n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 83 Page 39
1418 there is a low kinde of Christianity, that wil not be able to attain to salvation; there is a low kind of Christianity, that will not be able to attain to salvation; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 83 Page 39
1419 a low faith, that doth not make a man to have his conversation in heaven; a low repentance, that reacheth not to mortification; a low faith, that does not make a man to have his Conversation in heaven; a low Repentance, that reaches not to mortification; dt j n1, cst vdz xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 p-acp n1; dt j n1, cst vvz xx p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 83 Page 39
1420 a low profession of Religion, that comes not to the power of Godliness, Prov. 15. 24. The way of life is above; a low profession of Religion, that comes not to the power of Godliness, Curae 15. 24. The Way of life is above; dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 83 Page 39
1421 it is an high thing, therefore take heed of low Religion; for people think that any kinde of righteousness will serve turn; it is an high thing, Therefore take heed of low Religion; for people think that any kind of righteousness will serve turn; pn31 vbz dt j n1, av vvb n1 pp-f j n1; p-acp n1 vvb cst d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 83 Page 39
1422 if they have but a little Reformation and Religion, they presently think this is godliness; but let us take heed of this low Religion, that will never do the deed. if they have but a little Reformation and Religion, they presently think this is godliness; but let us take heed of this low Religion, that will never do the deed. cs pns32 vhb p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, pns32 av-j vvb d vbz n1; cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f d j n1, cst vmb av-x vdi dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 83 Page 39
1423 Again, We must take heed of want of Watchfulnesse; Again, We must take heed of want of Watchfulness; av, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 84 Page 39
1424 we must set up a gracious and Christian watch in our hearts from day to day; we must Set up a gracious and Christian watch in our hearts from day to day; pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt j cc np1 vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 84 Page 39
1425 when the Lord had found fault with the Church of Sardis for being dead, in the next words he bids them be watchful; as who should say, the want of this watchfulness, when the Lord had found fault with the Church of Sardis for being dead, in the next words he bids them be watchful; as who should say, the want of this watchfulness, c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vbg j, p-acp dt ord n2 pns31 vvz pno32 vbb j; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, dt n1 pp-f d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 84 Page 39
1426 and looking to your selves, and having a care over your thoughts and a•fections, lest you should be drawn aside, the neglect of this is the cause of all deadness. and looking to your selves, and having a care over your thoughts and a•fections, lest you should be drawn aside, the neglect of this is the cause of all deadness. cc vvg p-acp po22 n2, cc vhg dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, cs pn22 vmd vbi vvn av, dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 84 Page 39
1427 Again, We must take heed of vanity; Again, We must take heed of vanity; av, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 85 Page 39
1428 as David saith, Psal. 119. 37. Turn away mine e•es from beholding vanity, and quicken me O Lord. as David Says, Psalm 119. 37. Turn away mine e•es from beholding vanity, and quicken me Oh Lord. c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd n1 av po11 n2 p-acp vvg n1, cc vvb pno11 uh n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 85 Page 39
1429 Again ▪ We must take heed of covetousness; Again ▪ We must take heed of covetousness; av ▪ pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 86 Page 39
1430 for we shall never have any gracious work upon us, if we give way to it. for we shall never have any gracious work upon us, if we give Way to it. c-acp pns12 vmb av-x vhi d j n1 p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 86 Page 39
1431 Again, We should take heed of slacking and abating private duties; Again, We should take heed of slacking and abating private duties; av, pns12 vmd vvi n1 pp-f j cc vvg j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 87 Page 39
1432 we should carefully call upon God every day in secret, when there is no body by but God and our own souls; we should carefully call upon God every day in secret, when there is no body by but God and our own Souls; pns12 vmd av-j vvi p-acp np1 d n1 p-acp j-jn, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp p-acp np1 cc po12 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 87 Page 39
1433 if we finde backwardness to this duty, know it comes from the Devil, that would drown us in perdition if he could; if we find backwardness to this duty, know it comes from the devil, that would drown us in perdition if he could; cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp d n1, vvb pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cst vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cs pns31 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 87 Page 39
1434 therefore we must resist him, and goe about it; for certatnly otherwise we cannot be quickned. Therefore we must resist him, and go about it; for certatnly otherwise we cannot be quickened. av pns12 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi p-acp pn31; c-acp av-j av pns12 vmbx vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 87 Page 39
1435 Again, We should take heed of slighting inward duties, the holy ordinances of God in our bosoms, holy meditations, gracious strivings against corruptions when they arise, setting the Lord before us, seeking Gods presence in all places; Again, We should take heed of slighting inward duties, the holy ordinances of God in our bosoms, holy meditations, gracious strivings against corruptions when they arise, setting the Lord before us, seeking God's presence in all places; av, pns12 vmd vvi n1 pp-f vvg j n2, dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2, j n2, j n2-vvg p-acp n2 c-crq pns32 vvb, vvg dt n1 p-acp pno12, vvg npg1 n1 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 88 Page 39
1436 we must have a care we have gracious purposes, and endeavours, and strivings inwardly in our bosomes. we must have a care we have gracious Purposes, and endeavours, and strivings inwardly in our bosoms. pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pns12 vhb j n2, cc n2, cc n2 av-j p-acp po12 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 88 Page 39
1437 Lastly, Let us take heed of contenting our selves with any pitch we have attained; Lastly, Let us take heed of contenting our selves with any pitch we have attained; ord, vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f vvg po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 89 Page 39
1438 but still labour to grow in grace, lest we fall short, and never enter into Gods rest. but still labour to grow in grace, lest we fallen short, and never enter into God's rest. cc-acp av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb j, cc av-x vvi p-acp ng1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 89 Page 39
1439 The next meanes is to be earnest with God to quicken our hearts; The next means is to be earnest with God to quicken our hearts; dt ord n2 vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1440 to pray to God for his grace, that God would be pleased to put life into us; to pray to God for his grace, that God would be pleased to put life into us; pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1441 we should make Elijahs prayer, that prayed to heaven for fire to come downe upon the sacrifice; we should make Elijahs prayer, that prayed to heaven for fire to come down upon the sacrifice; pns12 vmd vvi n2 n1, cst vvd p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1442 so pray earnestly to God to send down his celestial fire into thy heart, to warm thee, so pray earnestly to God to send down his celestial fire into thy heart, to warm thee, av vvb av-j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 j n1 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1443 and heat thee, and stir thee up to that which is good; and heat thee, and stir thee up to that which is good; cc vvb pno21, cc vvb pno21 a-acp p-acp d r-crq vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1444 as the Church doth, Psal. 80. 18. Quicken us, and we will call, &c. Of all Petitions under heaven, we should pray most of all for life, next unto the glory of God, as the Church does, Psalm 80. 18. Quicken us, and we will call, etc. Of all Petitions under heaven, we should pray most of all for life, next unto the glory of God, c-acp dt n1 vdz, np1 crd crd vvb pno12, cc pns12 vmb vvi, av pp-f d n2 p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vvi av-ds pp-f d c-acp n1, ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1445 and the salvation of our souls (nay indeed, as the very means for both) we should pray that God would quicken us; and the salvation of our Souls (nay indeed, as the very means for both) we should pray that God would quicken us; cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 (uh av, c-acp dt j n2 p-acp d) pns12 vmd vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1446 into all our prayers let us put in this Petition, that God would quicken us; into all our Prayers let us put in this Petition, that God would quicken us; p-acp d po12 n2 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d vvb, cst np1 vmd vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1447 evermore to have it as the standing desire of our souls, and the daily request and suit we have at the throne of grace that God would quicken us; evermore to have it as the standing desire of our Souls, and the daily request and suit we have At the throne of grace that God would quicken us; av pc-acp vhi pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 vmd vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1448 there is no grace we have more need of then this; and indeed it is that which sets all other Graces awork; there is no grace we have more need of then this; and indeed it is that which sets all other Graces awork; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pns12 vhb dc n1 pp-f av d; cc av pn31 vbz d r-crq vvz d j-jn n2 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1449 if we did know how ready God would be to welcome such a suit, we would be more ready to pray to God for it; if we did know how ready God would be to welcome such a suit, we would be more ready to pray to God for it; cs pns12 vdd vvi c-crq j np1 vmd vbi pc-acp vvi d dt n1, pns12 vmd vbi av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1450 there is no man so tenderly welcome to God, as he that prayes for quickning; there is no man so tenderly welcome to God, as he that prays for quickening; pc-acp vbz dx n1 av av-j j-jn p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1451 the more he is weary of deadness and common professing of God, the more welcome to God; the more he is weary of deadness and Common professing of God, the more welcome to God; dt av-dc pns31 vbz j pp-f n1 cc j vvg pp-f np1, dt av-dc j-jn p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1452 he would fain fear God indeed, and please God indeed; he would fain Fear God indeed, and please God indeed; pns31 vmd av-j vvi np1 av, cc vvb np1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1453 when a man is possessed with deep studies how to attain to this, this man is a welcome man to the throne of grace; when a man is possessed with deep studies how to attain to this, this man is a welcome man to the throne of grace; c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp d, d n1 vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1454 therefore let us stir up our selves to this; Therefore let us stir up our selves to this; av vvb pno12 vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 39
1455 there is no mercy better then this, that God should quicken us, Psalm 119. 156. Great are thy tender mercies, quicken me, O Lord! there is no mercy better then this, that God should quicken us, Psalm 119. 156. Great Are thy tender Mercies, quicken me, Oh Lord! pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-jc cs d, cst np1 vmd vvi pno12, n1 crd crd j vbr po21 j n2, vvb pno11, uh n1! (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 40
1456 He takes here quickning for all Gods gracious mercies and tender compassions; He Takes Here quickening for all God's gracious Mercies and tender compassions; pns31 vvz av j-vvg p-acp d n2 j n2 cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 40
1457 he takes the quickning of his heart as a gracious effect of Gods infinite mercy to his soul; he Takes the quickening of his heart as a gracious Effect of God's infinite mercy to his soul; pns31 vvz dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 40
1458 if we had but this, how welcome would good duties and opportunities of doing and receiving good be unto us? if we had but this, how welcome would good duties and opportunities of doing and receiving good be unto us? cs pns12 vhd p-acp d, c-crq n-jn vmd j n2 cc n2 pp-f vdg cc vvg j vbi p-acp pno12? (7) treatise (DIV2) 90 Page 40
1459 The fifth meanes is to be diligent, and to take earnest and effectual pains in this work, The fifth means is to be diligent, and to take earnest and effectual pains in this work, dt ord n2 vbz pc-acp vbi j, cc pc-acp vvi n1 cc j n2 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1460 and in all Christian duties, in all the worship of God; and in all Christian duties, in all the worship of God; cc p-acp d njp n2, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1461 there is a secret blessing of God upon those that take pains, even in the meanest calling; there is a secret blessing of God upon those that take pains, even in the Meanest calling; pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d cst vvb n2, av p-acp dt js n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1462 you shall have poor Widows that have four or five small children to keep; you shall have poor Widows that have four or five small children to keep; pn22 vmb vhi j n2 cst vhb crd cc crd j n2 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1463 yet being painful, it is a wonderful thing what a blessing of God is upon them, that they make a shift to live, yet being painful, it is a wondered thing what a blessing of God is upon them, that they make a shift to live, av vbg j, pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1464 and never come to trouble the Parish; and never come to trouble the Parish; cc av-x vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1465 such a blessing of God there is upon the diligent, as Solomon saith, The hand of the diligent maketh rich, Prov. 10. 4. So it is in regard of spiritual life; such a blessing of God there is upon the diligent, as Solomon Says, The hand of the diligent makes rich, Curae 10. 4. So it is in regard of spiritual life; d dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt j, c-acp np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt j vvz j, np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1466 there is a secret blessing of God upon the men and women that labour, and are diligent about the meanes of grace, there is a secret blessing of God upon the men and women that labour, and Are diligent about the means of grace, pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cst vvb, cc vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1467 and are careful to take paines to have them made profitable to their souls; and Are careful to take pains to have them made profitable to their Souls; cc vbr j pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vhi pno32 vvd j p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1468 upon those that are diligent in prayer, and striving against sin, diligent in hearing of the Word, diligent in partaking of the Sacrament when it comes, upon those that Are diligent in prayer, and striving against since, diligent in hearing of the Word, diligent in partaking of the Sacrament when it comes, p-acp d cst vbr j p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n1, j p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, j p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1469 and diligent about the Sabbath, that they may not lose the benefit of it; it is a wonderful blessing that shall accompany such men; and diligent about the Sabbath, that they may not loose the benefit of it; it is a wondered blessing that shall accompany such men; cc j p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vmb vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1470 they shall thrive in grace, when as others shall be like Pharaohs lean kine, that devoured all their fellows, they shall thrive in grace, when as Others shall be like Pharaohs lean kine, that devoured all their Fellows, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, c-crq p-acp n2-jn vmb vbi j np1 j n2, cst vvd d po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1471 and yet were lean and ill-favoured still; it is not the greatness of a mans comings in that makes a man rich, but the well-managing of it; and yet were lean and ill-favoured still; it is not the greatness of a men comings in that makes a man rich, but the well-managing of it; cc av vbdr j cc j av; pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2-vvg p-acp d vvz dt n1 j, cc-acp dt j pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1472 there is many a rich Heir comes to poverty, when as another that was never born to a foot of Land, there is many a rich Heir comes to poverty, when as Another that was never born to a foot of Land, pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 vvz p-acp n1, c-crq c-acp j-jn cst vbds av-x vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1473 yet with pains, and labour, and industry, is well able to live, and give more to any good use, then twenty base idle fellows; yet with pains, and labour, and industry, is well able to live, and give more to any good use, then twenty base idle Fellows; av p-acp n2, cc n1, cc n1, vbz av j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi av-dc p-acp d j n1, cs crd j j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1474 let a man hold but a little ground, twenty acres, he may grow more rich upon it, being a good husband, let a man hold but a little ground, twenty acres, he may grow more rich upon it, being a good husband, vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt j n1, crd n2, pns31 vmb vvi av-dc j p-acp pn31, vbg dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1475 then another man that holds twenty times as much, and is a spendthrift, and lazy, and careless, and never looks how business goes forward; then Another man that holds twenty times as much, and is a spendthrift, and lazy, and careless, and never looks how business Goes forward; av j-jn n1 cst vvz crd n2 c-acp d, cc vbz dt n1, cc j, cc j, cc av-x vvz c-crq n1 vvz av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1476 there is a blessing of God upon labour and industry, as Solomon saith, Prov. 13. 11. He that gathers by labour shall increase. So it is here; there is a blessing of God upon labour and industry, as Solomon Says, Curae 13. 11. He that gathers by labour shall increase. So it is Here; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 vmb vvi. av pn31 vbz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1477 it is not he that lives under the best Ministery, that is most quickned, but he that lives under a poor Ministery, it is not he that lives under the best Ministry, that is most quickened, but he that lives under a poor Ministry, pn31 vbz xx pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt js n1, cst vbz av-ds vvn, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1478 and is diligent, he is better then hundreds that live under the powerfull Preaching of the Word, and is diligent, he is better then hundreds that live under the powerful Preaching of the Word, cc vbz j, pns31 vbz jc cs crd d vvi p-acp dt j vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1479 and never are carefull to improve it. and never Are careful to improve it. cc av vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1480 It is noted of Johns hearers, that many of them had more life, then they that sate under Christs Ministery: It is noted of Johns hearers, that many of them had more life, then they that sat under Christ Ministry: pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 n2, cst d pp-f pno32 vhd dc n1, cs pns32 cst vvd p-acp npg1 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1481 It is noted of Job, though he dwelt in Midian, where was no meanes of grace, It is noted of Job, though he dwelled in Midian, where was no means of grace, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp jp, c-crq vbds dx n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1482 yet he had more grace and life in his heart then almost all the Church of God that dwelt in Zion; there was hardly a man in all Israel like Job; Paul, though he came into the Vineyard after all the Apostles, yet he had more grace and life in his heart then almost all the Church of God that dwelled in Zion; there was hardly a man in all Israel like Job; Paul, though he Come into the Vineyard After all the Apostles, av pns31 vhd dc n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 av av d dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd p-acp np1; a-acp vbds av dt n1 p-acp d np1 av-j n1; np1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1483 yet by his labour and diligence he gat before most of them all; yet by his labour and diligence he got before most of them all; av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pns31 vvd p-acp ds pp-f pno32 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1484 so a man that sits under the Ministery, and takes pains with his heart, that the Sermons he heares may do him good, that he may be the better for them; so a man that sits under the Ministry, and Takes pains with his heart, that the Sermons he hears may do him good, that he may be the better for them; av dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n2 pns31 vvz vmb vdi pno31 j, cst pns31 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1485 if a man labours to get good by the Sacrament, to get good by conference; if he labour to have every Ordinance of God made profitable to him; if a man labours to get good by the Sacrament, to get good by conference; if he labour to have every Ordinance of God made profitable to him; cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi j p-acp n1; cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vhi d n1 pp-f np1 vvd j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1486 this man, with a little grace, shall grow more then thousands that goe on idly, and yet have more helps then he; this man, with a little grace, shall grow more then thousands that go on idly, and yet have more helps then he; d n1, p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi av-dc cs crd d vvi a-acp av-j, cc av vhb dc n2 cs pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1487 therefore if we desire to be quickned, let us be diligent, and take pains, and not go with our hands in our bosomes, like Solomons sluggard. Therefore if we desire to be quickened, let us be diligent, and take pains, and not go with our hands in our bosoms, like Solomons sluggard. av cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb pno12 vbi j, cc vvi n2, cc xx vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, av-j np1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 91 Page 40
1488 Sixthly, Another means is to exercise that grace we have; Sixthly, another means is to exercise that grace we have; j, j-jn n2 vbz pc-acp vvi d n1 pns12 vhb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 40
1489 there is never a man in this Congregation hath so little grace, but if he did exercise it, there is never a man in this Congregation hath so little grace, but if he did exercise it, pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 p-acp d n1 vhz av j n1, cc-acp cs pns31 vdd vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 40
1490 so far as it would goe, who knows how much quickning he might quickly have? which of you do not know that there is a God? and that there is a Heaven, so Far as it would go, who knows how much quickening he might quickly have? which of you do not know that there is a God? and that there is a Heaven, av av-j c-acp pn31 vmd vvi, r-crq vvz q-crq d j-vvg pns31 vmd av-j vhi? q-crq pp-f pn22 vdb xx vvi cst pc-acp vbz dt n1? cc cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 40
1491 and an Hell, and the Principles of Religion? if you would but make conscience to make use of all the checks of conscience, and an Hell, and the Principles of Religion? if you would but make conscience to make use of all the Checks of conscience, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1? cs pn22 vmd cc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 40
1492 and the knowledge you have, if you would but make use of the relentings you have now and then, and the knowledge you have, if you would but make use of the relentings you have now and then, cc dt n1 pn22 vhb, cs pn22 vmd cc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n2-vvg pn22 vhb av cc av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1493 and the motions you have now and then, if you would but make use of them, and the motions you have now and then, if you would but make use of them, cc dt n2 pn22 vhb av cc av, cs pn22 vmd cc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1494 and exercise them, this is the way to quicken you ▪ let a man have but a little knowledge, and exercise them, this is the Way to quicken you ▪ let a man have but a little knowledge, cc vvi pno32, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 ▪ vvb dt n1 vhb p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1495 and let him exercise it and improve it, and frame his life an• conversation accordingly, knowledge shall be multiplied to this man; and let him exercise it and improve it, and frame his life an• Conversation accordingly, knowledge shall be multiplied to this man; cc vvb pno31 vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31, cc vvi po31 n1 n1 n1 av-vvg, n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1496 and so again, let a man have any relentings, any meltings now and then at a Sermon and exercise these, strike while the iron •s hot, and so again, let a man have any relentings, any meltings now and then At a Sermon and exercise these, strike while the iron •s hight, cc av av, vvb dt n1 vhb d n2-vvg, d n2-vvg av cc av p-acp dt n1 cc vvi d, vvb cs dt n1 vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1497 and put them to the utmost, this is the way to be quickned; and put them to the utmost, this is the Way to be quickened; cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt j, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1498 as it is the saying of one, Every thing is increased with the exercise of its own kind; as it is the saying of one, Every thing is increased with the exercise of its own kind; c-acp pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f crd, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1499 as it was with the bread in the D•sciples hands, while they were distributing of it, it increased; as it was with the bred in the D•sciples hands, while they were distributing of it, it increased; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n2, cs pns32 vbdr vvg pp-f pn31, pn31 vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1500 so it is with the graces of Gods spirit, peculiar and saving graces, and common graces; so it is with the graces of God's Spirit, peculiar and Saving graces, and Common graces; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, j cc j-vvg n2, cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1501 let a man exercise the graces of Gods spirit, this is the way to abound in them, let a man exercise the graces of God's Spirit, this is the Way to abound in them, vvb dt n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1502 and to have them quickned and strengthned, and made more and more operative in a man; and to have them quickened and strengthened, and made more and more operative in a man; cc pc-acp vhi pno32 vvn cc vvn, cc vvd av-dc cc av-dc j-jn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1503 therefore let us exercise all the graces of Gods spirit, and improve them all; Therefore let us exercise all the graces of God's Spirit, and improve them all; av vvb pno12 vvi d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc vvb pno32 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1504 grace is like a snow-ball, the more it is rouled up and down, the bigger it grows; grace is like a snowball, the more it is rolled up and down, the bigger it grows; n1 vbz av-j dt n1, dt av-dc pn31 vbz vvd a-acp cc a-acp, dt jc pn31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1505 so let a man but go and improve all the graces of Gods spirit that he hath bestowed upon him, there will be addition to every one of them; so let a man but go and improve all the graces of God's Spirit that he hath bestowed upon him, there will be addition to every one of them; av vvb dt n1 cc-acp vvb cc vvi d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1506 by repenting a man may learn to repent; and by relenting, a man may learn to relent; by repenting a man may Learn to Repent; and by relenting, a man may Learn to relent; p-acp vvg dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi; cc p-acp vvg, dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1507 and by striving against sin, he may learn to strive against sin more and more. and by striving against since, he may Learn to strive against since more and more. cc p-acp vvg p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 av-dc cc av-dc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 92 Page 41
1508 The last means is to consider the examples of the worthies in all ages, and such as are even in our dayes, we should consider these, The last means is to Consider the Examples of the worthies in all ages, and such as Are even in our days, we should Consider these, dt ord n2 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j p-acp d n2, cc d c-acp vbr av p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd vvi d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1509 and these will quicken us up to be more forward; and these will quicken us up to be more forward; cc d vmb vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vbi av-dc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1510 when St. James would quicken up the Christians to whom he writes, to waite with patience the coming of the Lord, he quickens them by the example of Job and the Prophets; so when he would quicken them up to prayer, he presseth them by the example of Elias, he w〈 … 〉 man as well as we, saith he, and had the like passions, when Saint James would quicken up the Christians to whom he writes, to wait with patience the coming of the Lord, he quickens them by the Exampl of Job and the prophets; so when he would quicken them up to prayer, he Presseth them by the Exampl of Elias, he w〈 … 〉 man as well as we, Says he, and had the like passion, c-crq n1 np1 vmd vvi a-acp dt np1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2; av c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 n1 … 〉 n1 c-acp av c-acp pns12, vvz pns31, cc vhd dt j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1511 yet he prayed when the heavens had been shut three years and six months, &c. Consider this; yet he prayed when the heavens had been shut three Years and six months, etc. Consider this; av pns31 vvd c-crq dt n2 vhd vbn vvn crd n2 cc crd n2, av vvb d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1512 the zeal of others may provoke us; the zeal of Others may provoke us; dt n1 pp-f n2-jn vmb vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1513 specially if we set it before our eyes, we should think with our selves, What he so believing, specially if we Set it before our eyes, we should think with our selves, What he so believing, av-j cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns31 av vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1514 and I so full of doubting? he so lively, and I so dull and blockish? he so affected, and I so full of doubting? he so lively, and I so dull and blockish? he so affected, cc pns11 av j pp-f vvg? pns31 av j, cc pns11 av j cc j? pns31 av vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1515 and I so untoward? this should shame us, and provoke us to stir up our selves by looking upon such, especially upon those that have taken up the profession since we did, and I so untoward? this should shame us, and provoke us to stir up our selves by looking upon such, especially upon those that have taken up the profession since we did, cc pns11 av j? d vmd vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp d, av-j p-acp d cst vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 c-acp pns12 vdd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1516 and yet have gone beyond us; it should awaken us; this is an excellent means to quicken us; and yet have gone beyond us; it should awaken us; this is an excellent means to quicken us; cc av vhb vvn p-acp pno12; pn31 vmd vvi pno12; d vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1517 as our Saviour Christ, when he would exhort his Disciples to suffer persecution, saith he, consider the Prophets that were persecuted before you; as our Saviour christ, when he would exhort his Disciples to suffer persecution, Says he, Consider the prophets that were persecuted before you; c-acp po12 n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n1, vvz pns31, vvb dt n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1518 so if we would be quickned up, we should look upon the Saints that have been quickned before us, that we may have their grace and comfort. so if we would be quickened up, we should look upon the Saints that have been quickened before us, that we may have their grace and Comfort. av cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn a-acp, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb vhi po32 n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 93 Page 41
1519 We come now to the last thing, and that is to perswade you by some Motives to shake off this deadness; We come now to the last thing, and that is to persuade you by Some Motives to shake off this deadness; pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, cc d vbz pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1520 Motives are special things to quicken up a man; Motives Are special things to quicken up a man; n2 vbr j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1521 the Apostle when he would quicken up the Corinthians to love, he useth divers Motives unto them; the Apostle when he would quicken up the Corinthians to love, he uses diverse Motives unto them; dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi a-acp dt np1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1522 the first is taken from the collation of love, with all the extraordinary gifts of Gods spirit; the First is taken from the collation of love, with all the extraordinary Gifts of God's Spirit; dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1523 he shews, without love they are all nothing, though a man had all knowledge, and all faith, he shows, without love they Are all nothing, though a man had all knowledge, and all faith, pns31 vvz, p-acp n1 pns32 vbr av-d pix, cs dt n1 vhd d n1, cc d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1524 so that he could remove mountains, and had not love, it were nothing; so that he could remove Mountains, and had not love, it were nothing; av cst pns31 vmd vvi n2, cc vhd xx n1, pn31 vbdr pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1525 so that you see love is an excellent grace, 1 Cor. 13. 1, 2, 3. Another Motive he takes from the effects and adjuncts of love, love suffereth long, &c. from the fourth to the seventh verse. Thirdly, He useth another Motive to shew how love doth generally surpass most graces in the endurance of it; so that you see love is an excellent grace, 1 Cor. 13. 1, 2, 3. another Motive he Takes from the effects and adjuncts of love, love suffers long, etc. from the fourth to the seventh verse. Thirdly, He uses Another Motive to show how love does generally surpass most graces in the endurance of it; av cst pn22 vvb n1 vbz dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd j-jn n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, n1 vvz av-j, av p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord n1. ord, pns31 vvz j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq n1 vdz av-j vvi ds n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1526 Prophesies they shall cease, knowledge that shall cease and be done away, but love that shall never be done away; love never faileth. prophecies they shall cease, knowledge that shall cease and be done away, but love that shall never be done away; love never Faileth. n2 pns32 vmb vvi, n1 cst vmb vvi cc vbi vdn av, cc-acp n1 cst vmb av-x vbi vdn av; vvb av-x vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1527 Lastly, He compares it with the cardinal vertues, with the principal graces, namely, faith and hope, Lastly, He compares it with the cardinal Virtues, with the principal graces, namely, faith and hope, ord, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 n2, p-acp dt j-jn n2, av, n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1528 and shews how love is beyond them; hope edifies a mans self, but love edifies the whole Church of God; and shows how love is beyond them; hope Edifies a men self, but love Edifies the Whole Church of God; cc vvz c-crq n1 vbz p-acp pno32; n1 vvz dt ng1 n1, cc-acp n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 41
1529 faith and hope must vanish, and will not go into the Kingdom of heaven with us, faith and hope must vanish, and will not go into the Kingdom of heaven with us, n1 cc n1 vmb vvi, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 42
1530 but love it doth alwayes accompany us; but love it does always accompany us; cc-acp vvb pn31 vdz av vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 42
1531 so that you see the Apostle is careful to use motives to quicken up people to that which he exhorts them unto; so that you see the Apostle is careful to use motives to quicken up people to that which he exhorts them unto; av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 42
1532 the Scripture as it doth bid us do a duty, so it useth motives to quicken us up to the doing of it. the Scripture as it does bid us doe a duty, so it uses motives to quicken us up to the doing of it. dt n1 c-acp pn31 vdz vvi pno12 n1 dt n1, av pn31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 94 Page 42
1533 And again, When it forbids any sin, it useth motives to take off our hearts from that sin; And again, When it forbids any since, it uses motives to take off our hearts from that since; cc av, c-crq pn31 vvz d n1, pn31 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1534 as when the Apostle would diswade from the unworthy receiving of the Sacrament, what abundance of motives doth he heap one upon another to terrifie us from it? 1 Cor. 11. 23. &c. the first is from the institution of the Lord Jesus Christ, I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, that the Lord Jesus, &c. as who should say, what will you prophane his institution. as when the Apostle would dissuade from the unworthy receiving of the Sacrament, what abundance of motives does he heap one upon Another to terrify us from it? 1 Cor. 11. 23. etc. the First is from the Institution of the Lord jesus christ, I have received of the Lord that which also I Delivered unto you, that the Lord jesus, etc. as who should say, what will you profane his Institution. c-acp c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vdz pns31 vvi pi p-acp n-jn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pn31? crd np1 crd crd av dt ord vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 cst r-crq av pns11 vvd p-acp pn22, cst dt n1 np1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1535 Secondly, From the time when he instituted it, the same night he was betrayed; in his agony and in the midst of his sorrows he thought of your good, Secondly, From the time when he instituted it, the same night he was betrayed; in his agony and in the midst of his sorrows he Thought of your good, ord, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pn31, dt d n1 pns31 vbds vvn; p-acp po31 n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 pns31 vvd pp-f po22 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1536 & will you prophane such a mercy & blessing? Thirdly, From the nature of the Sacrament, it is the Sacrament of the body and blood of the Lord Jesus Christ; & will you profane such a mercy & blessing? Thirdly, From the nature of the Sacrament, it is the Sacrament of the body and blood of the Lord jesus christ; cc vmb pn22 vvi d dt n1 cc n1? ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1537 and will you not reverence that? Another is from the end of the Sacrament, it is to shew forth the Lords death till he comes; and will you not Reverence that? another is from the end of the Sacrament, it is to show forth the lords death till he comes; cc vmb pn22 xx vvi d? j-jn vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi av dt n2 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1538 therefore how should we have a care of this? that we may come to the Sacrament in a gracious and reverent manner, duly meditating what it is, having a lively apprehension of the Lord Jesus Christ, Therefore how should we have a care of this? that we may come to the Sacrament in a gracious and reverend manner, duly meditating what it is, having a lively apprehension of the Lord jesus christ, av q-crq vmd pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f d? cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, av-jn vvg r-crq pn31 vbz, vhg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1539 and to keep a constant memory of what he hath done for us. and to keep a constant memory of what he hath done for us. cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1540 Another is from the greatness of the sin of unworthy receiving, he shall he guilty of the body and blood of Christ; another is from the greatness of the since of unworthy receiving, he shall he guilty of the body and blood of christ; j-jn vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg, pns31 vmb pns31 j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1541 again, from the danger of it, whosoever eats and drinks unworthily, eats and drinks damnation to himself; again, from the danger of it, whosoever eats and drinks unworthily, eats and drinks damnation to himself; av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq vvz cc vvz av-j, vvz cc vvz n1 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1542 again, from the particular judgements that God had inflicted upon that town, for this cause many are sick among you, and many sleep; again, from the particular Judgments that God had inflicted upon that town, for this cause many Are sick among you, and many sleep; av, p-acp dt j n2 cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 d vbr j p-acp pn22, cc d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1543 and questionless it is for this cause, for your unworthy receiving of the Sacrament; you see what abundance of motives he brings for this; and questionless it is for this cause, for your unworthy receiving of the Sacrament; you see what abundance of motives he brings for this; cc j pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, p-acp po22 j n-vvg pp-f dt n1; pn22 vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns31 vvz p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1544 now I say if Motives be good in any point, look whatsoever we exhort people unto if it be good to use Motives to stir them up to it, now I say if Motives be good in any point, look whatsoever we exhort people unto if it be good to use Motives to stir them up to it, av pns11 vvb cs n2 vbb j p-acp d n1, vvb r-crq pns12 vvb n1 p-acp cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1545 then much more in this point; then much more in this point; av av-d av-dc p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1546 in the point of deadness to shake it off, in the point of quickning that they would labour to get it; in the point of deadness to shake it off, in the point of quickening that they would labour to get it; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg cst pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1547 and indeed when a man useth Motives to faith and repentance, it is not only to get that, and indeed when a man uses Motives to faith and Repentance, it is not only to get that, cc av c-crq dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1548 but to quicken them up to faith and repentance; but to quicken them up to faith and Repentance; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1549 when a man spurs a horse, it is not only to make him go, but to quicken him up to go; when a man spurs a horse, it is not only to make him go, but to quicken him up to go; c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1550 we are all dull and careless and blockish; we Are all dull and careless and blockish; pns12 vbr d j cc j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1551 now Motives serve to stir us up, Eccles. 12. the words of the wise are as go•ds to provoke and stir up people. now Motives serve to stir us up, Eccles. 12. the words of the wise Are as go•ds to provoke and stir up people. av n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp, np1 crd dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 95 Page 42
1552 Well then, The first motive shall be this, to consider the woful ingredients of this sin of deadness, the horrible sins that are contained in it, what a compound of spiritual diseases are in this sin. Well then, The First motive shall be this, to Consider the woeful ingredients of this since of deadness, the horrible Sins that Are contained in it, what a compound of spiritual diseases Are in this since. av av, dt ord n1 vmb vbi d, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, dt j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbr p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 96 Page 42
1553 First, There is a dulnesse and blockishnesse of mind, dull and heavy to learn any thing that is good; First, There is a dulness and blockishness of mind, dull and heavy to Learn any thing that is good; ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, j cc j pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1554 as it is said of the Jews, Acts 28. 27. when a man hath an unteachable mind, as it is said of the jews, Acts 28. 27. when a man hath an unteachable mind, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt np2, n2 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1555 though he be never so long under the word of God, it cannot strike into his heart, though he be never so long under the word of God, it cannot strike into his heart, cs pns31 vbb av-x av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1556 and enter into his understanding, his mind cannot •eel the weight of divine truths; and enter into his understanding, his mind cannot •eel the weight of divine truths; cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1557 take outward truths of profit and pleasure, a man may lead him up and down with these truths, he feels weight in these; take outward truths of profit and pleasure, a man may led him up and down with these truths, he feels weight in these; vvb j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d n2, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1558 but for the word of God he hath no understanding in that; may be he can tell what the Ministers say, and talk of it; but for the word of God he hath no understanding in that; may be he can tell what the Ministers say, and talk of it; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d; vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi r-crq dt n2 vvb, cc n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1559 but for the weight of divine reason, the mind is blockish to this; but for the weight of divine reason, the mind is blockish to this; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, dt n1 vbz j p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1560 men are like to a blockish scholler that hath gone seven years to school, and yet is not beyond the primmer; men Are like to a blockish scholar that hath gone seven Years to school, and yet is not beyond the primmer; n2 vbr av-j p-acp dt j n1 cst vhz vvn crd n2 pc-acp vvi, cc av vbz xx p-acp dt zz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1561 so when a man shall sit so long under the Ministry of the word, and yet be a stranger to it, so when a man shall fit so long under the Ministry of the word, and yet be a stranger to it, av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vbi dt n1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1562 as if he had never heard of it; as if he had never herd of it; c-acp cs pns31 vhd av-x vvn pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1563 he hears discourses of faith, and can speak of it, and talk of it, of the letter of it as well as the best believer, he hears discourses of faith, and can speak of it, and talk of it, of the Letter of it as well as the best believer, pns31 vvz n2 pp-f n1, cc vmb vvi pp-f pn31, cc n1 pp-f pn31, pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 a-acp av c-acp dt js n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1564 and yet is as blockish to go about it as can be; and yet is as blockish to go about it as can be; cc av vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp vmb vbi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1565 what an horrible thing is this? that the truth should come to a mans mind, what an horrible thing is this? that the truth should come to a men mind, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d? cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1566 and a man should be dull to conceive it. and a man should be dull to conceive it. cc dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 97 Page 42
1567 Secondly, Another evil is awkness and averseness of heart, listleseness to the wayes of Jesus Christ; Secondly, another evil is awkness and averseness of heart, listleseness to the ways of jesus christ; ord, j-jn j-jn vbz n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 98 Page 43
1568 as Christ saith of the Jews, Mat. 15. 8. their hearts cannot be pulled to that which is good, their hearts are untoward, as christ Says of the jews, Mathew 15. 8. their hearts cannot be pulled to that which is good, their hearts Are untoward, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt np2, np1 crd crd po32 n2 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz j, po32 n2 vbr j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 98 Page 43
1569 and have no list or disposition that way; and have no list or disposition that Way; cc vhb dx n1 cc n1 cst n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 98 Page 43
1570 even as if a man should go about a thing that he hath no heart to, even as if a man should go about a thing that he hath no heart to, av c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 98 Page 43
1571 so people go about prayer and the hearing of the word, as if they had no heart to it; so people go about prayer and the hearing of the word, as if they had no heart to it; av n1 vvb p-acp n1 cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 98 Page 43
1572 they have no heart to prayer, they have no heart to think soundly of God, and of their latter end; they have no heart to prayer, they have no heart to think soundly of God, and of their latter end; pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f np1, cc pp-f po32 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 98 Page 43
1573 they come to duties, but their hearts are a thousand miles off. they come to duties, but their hearts Are a thousand miles off. pns32 vvb p-acp n2, cc-acp po32 n2 vbr dt crd n2 a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 98 Page 43
1574 Thirdly, There is senselesness of conscience, it is not tender of little sins, it feels them not at all; Thirdly, There is senselessness of conscience, it is not tender of little Sins, it feels them not At all; ord, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx j pp-f j n2, pn31 vvz pno32 xx p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 99 Page 43
1575 and as for great sins, it feels them but a little; and as for great Sins, it feels them but a little; cc c-acp p-acp j n2, pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 99 Page 43
1576 may be peoples consciences find fault with them from day to day for doing what they do, may be peoples Consciences find fault with them from day to day for doing what they do, vmb vbi ng1 n2 vvb n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp vdg q-crq pns32 vdb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 99 Page 43
1577 and tells them they ought not to do it, but yet they will not leave their sins; and tells them they ought not to do it, but yet they will not leave their Sins; cc vvz pno32 pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vdi pn31, cc-acp av pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 99 Page 43
1578 it tells them thus and thus they ought to do, but it hath no power to make them do it; it tells them thus and thus they ought to do, but it hath no power to make them do it; pn31 vvz pno32 av cc av pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pn31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 99 Page 43
1579 may be it accuseth them, but they are never the better, peoples consciences are dull and blunt and have no force at all. may be it Accuseth them, but they Are never the better, peoples Consciences Are dull and blunt and have no force At all. vmb vbi pn31 vvz pno32, cc-acp pns32 vbr av-x dt jc, ng1 n2 vbr j cc j cc vhb dx n1 p-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 99 Page 43
1580 Fourthly, For coldness and lukewarmness of affections; the affections of a man are not set upon God; Fourthly, For coldness and lukewarmness of affections; the affections of a man Are not Set upon God; ord, c-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr xx vvn p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1581 they pray without affections, and hear without affections ▪ the doctrine of eternal life doth not affect their hearts; they pray without affections, and hear without affections ▪ the Doctrine of Eternal life does not affect their hearts; pns32 vvb p-acp n2, cc vvi p-acp n2 ▪ dt n1 pp-f j n1 vdz xx vvi po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1582 hatred of evil is cold, and love of God and goodness is cold, as Christ saith, the love of many shall waxe cold, and so their desires are cold and languish and come to nothing; hatred of evil is cold, and love of God and Goodness is cold, as christ Says, the love of many shall wax cold, and so their Desires Are cold and languish and come to nothing; n1 pp-f n-jn vbz j-jn, cc n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 vbz j-jn, c-acp np1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f d vmb vvi j-jn, cc av po32 n2 vbr j-jn cc n1 cc vvi p-acp pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1583 we can find tears for other matters, but not for our sins; we can find tears for other matters, but not for our Sins; pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp xx p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1584 we can have our affections soon stirred when our selves and our own wills are crossed, we can have our affections soon stirred when our selves and our own wills Are crossed, pns12 vmb vhi po12 n2 av vvn c-crq po12 n2 cc po12 d n2 vbr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1585 but God may be dishonoured a thousand wayes, and we never grieved or moved at it; but God may be dishonoured a thousand ways, and we never grieved or moved At it; cc-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn dt crd n2, cc pns12 av-x vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1586 so when we hear a fine story, and carnal news, this delights; so when we hear a fine story, and carnal news, this delights; av c-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1, cc j n1, d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1587 but when we hear the word of God, the truth of God that concerns our eternal well doing, we are not moved, but when we hear the word of God, the truth of God that concerns our Eternal well doing, we Are not moved, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz po12 j n1 vdg, pns12 vbr xx vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1588 or affected at all with that. Fifthly, Another ingredient of this sin is the weakness and faintness of endeavours; or affected At all with that. Fifthly, another ingredient of this since is the weakness and faintness of endeavours; cc vvn p-acp d p-acp d. ord, j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 100 Page 43
1589 if people have any endeavours, any kinde of putting themselves forth to that which is good, it is with faintness, if people have any endeavours, any kind of putting themselves forth to that which is good, it is with faintness, cs n1 vhb d n2, d n1 pp-f vvg px32 av p-acp d r-crq vbz j, pn31 vbz p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 101 Page 43
1590 as if they cared not whither they went about it yea or no; as if they cared not whither they went about it yea or no; c-acp cs pns32 vvd xx c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp pn31 uh cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 101 Page 43
1591 as Solomon saith, Prov. 13. 4. people desire mercy and pardon, and would have hope and salvation, as Solomon Says, Curae 13. 4. people desire mercy and pardon, and would have hope and salvation, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd n1 vvi n1 cc n1, cc vmd vhi n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 101 Page 43
1592 and the Kingdom of God, but will not be at the cost and charges they ought to be at for these things; and the Kingdom of God, but will not be At the cost and charges they ought to be At for these things; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vmb xx vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi p-acp p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 101 Page 43
1593 this is nothing but the deadnesse of our hearts. Lastly, That same dulness and drowsiness of the whole man; this is nothing but the deadness of our hearts. Lastly, That same dullness and drowsiness of the Whole man; d vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. ord, cst d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 101 Page 43
1594 though men be careful enough of outward things, yet how careless are they of their souls? were our hearts broken and contrite under these things, we should be soon quickned; though men be careful enough of outward things, yet how careless Are they of their Souls? were our hearts broken and contrite under these things, we should be soon quickened; cs n2 vbb j av-d pp-f j n2, av c-crq j vbr pns32 pp-f po32 n2? vbdr po12 n2 vvn cc j p-acp d n2, pns12 vmd vbi av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1595 as the Lord saith, Isa. 57. 15. I rev•ve the spirit of the contrite one; so God would revive us if we were sensible of these distempers of ours; as the Lord Says, Isaiah 57. 15. I rev•ve the Spirit of the contrite one; so God would revive us if we were sensible of these distempers of ours; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt j pi; av np1 vmd vvi pno12 cs pns12 vbdr j pp-f d n2 pp-f png12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1596 if we would humble our selves before God, and plead to him for help, he would help us; if we would humble our selves before God, and plead to him for help, he would help us; cs pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1597 but when we do not lay these distempers to heart, and seek out to God for redress, no marvel though we are dead and dull still; but when we do not lay these distempers to heart, and seek out to God for redress, no marvel though we Are dead and dull still; cc-acp c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi d n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp n1, dx n1 cs pns12 vbr j cc j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1598 well then, is it so? that there are so many horrible ingredients in this sin of deadness, well then, is it so? that there Are so many horrible ingredients in this since of deadness, av av, vbz pn31 av? cst a-acp vbr av d j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1599 then how should we labour to fling it away, and use all means to be quickned? the Apostle being to disswade from following the will of the Gentiles, he useth this very argument, the abundance of the vile ingredients that is in the will of the Gentiles, 1 Pet. 43. so you may see how the wise man disswades, Prov. 26. 25. when he speaketh fair, believe him not; then how should we labour to fling it away, and use all means to be quickened? the Apostle being to dissuade from following the will of the Gentiles, he uses this very argument, the abundance of the vile ingredients that is in the will of the Gentiles, 1 Pet. 43. so you may see how the wise man dissuades, Curae 26. 25. when he speaks fair, believe him not; av q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 av, cc vvi d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn? dt n1 vbg pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j, pns31 vvz d j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j, crd np1 crd av pn22 vmb vvi c-crq dt j n1 vvz, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vvz j, vvb pno31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1600 for there are seven abominations in his heart: for there Are seven abominations in his heart: c-acp pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1601 so let us think there is seven abominations, yea seventy times seven abominations in this sin of deadness; so let us think there is seven abominations, yea seventy times seven abominations in this since of deadness; av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vbz crd n2, uh crd n2 crd n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1602 therefore let us look out that God may help us and quicken us, and revive us in all our wayes. Therefore let us look out that God may help us and quicken us, and revive us in all our ways. av vvb pno12 vvi av cst np1 vmb vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12, cc vvb pno12 p-acp d po12 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 102 Page 43
1603 The second motive is to consider that as long as we are dead we cannot pray, Psal. 80. 18. Lord, quicken us and we will call upon thy name; The second motive is to Consider that as long as we Are dead we cannot pray, Psalm 80. 18. Lord, quicken us and we will call upon thy name; dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi cst c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j pns12 vmbx vvb, np1 crd crd n1, vvb pno12 cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1604 as who should say, Lord, we are not fit to pray and call upon thy name except thou quicken us; as who should say, Lord, we Are not fit to pray and call upon thy name except thou quicken us; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1, pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po21 n1 c-acp pns21 vvb pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1605 therefore quicken us, that we may call upon thee: So Ministers cannot preach unless they be quickned; Therefore quicken us, that we may call upon thee: So Ministers cannot preach unless they be quickened; av vvb pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno21: av n2 vmbx vvi cs pns32 vbb vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1606 as Dr. Ames tells a story of a godly man of France, there was such cold preaching that he was fain to go out of the Town to s•t under a powerful Ministry; as Dr. Ames tells a story of a godly man of France, there was such cold preaching that he was fain to go out of the Town to s•t under a powerful Ministry; c-acp n1 np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vbds d j-jn vvg cst pns31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1607 therefore we cannot preach if we be dead; Therefore we cannot preach if we be dead; av pns12 vmbx vvi cs pns12 vbb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1608 the Scribes and Pharisees preached without Authority and life, they were dead, and therefore had no authority in their preaching, but Christ preached with Authority; the Scribes and Pharisees preached without authority and life, they were dead, and Therefore had no Authority in their preaching, but christ preached with authority; dt n2 cc np2 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, pns32 vbdr j, cc av vhd dx n1 p-acp po32 vvg, cc-acp np1 vvd p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1609 if we were quickned we should be the better able to preach: So again, you are not able to hear unless you be quickned; if we were quickened we should be the better able to preach: So again, you Are not able to hear unless you be quickened; cs pns12 vbdr vvn pns12 vmd vbi dt jc j pc-acp vvi: av av, pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi cs pn22 vbb vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1610 a dead heart may hear a thousand Sermons, but what doth it work upon them? even as good as nothing; a dead heart may hear a thousand Sermons, but what does it work upon them? even as good as nothing; dt j n1 vmb vvi dt crd n2, cc-acp q-crq vdz pn31 vvi p-acp pno32? av c-acp j c-acp pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1611 if Paul or Apollos, or an Angel from heaven should preach to us, unless God quicken us, all is nothing; if Paul or Apollos, or an Angel from heaven should preach to us, unless God quicken us, all is nothing; cs np1 cc npg1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno12, cs np1 vvb pno12, d vbz pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1612 nay, Christ tells us, that his own Ministry, and Johns Ministry, there were not two such in all the world again, nay, christ tells us, that his own Ministry, and Johns Ministry, there were not two such in all the world again, uh-x, np1 vvz pno12, cst po31 d n1, cc np1 n1, pc-acp vbdr xx crd d p-acp d dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1613 yet how dead and fruitless were they? whereunto shall I liken this generation? &c. Mat. 11. 16. &c. the meaning is this, John the Baptist he came mourning and in a doleful manner, fasting and afflicting himself, and crying out Repent; yet how dead and fruitless were they? whereunto shall I liken this generation? etc. Mathew 11. 16. etc. the meaning is this, John the Baptist he Come mourning and in a doleful manner, fasting and afflicting himself, and crying out repent; av c-crq j cc j vbdr pns32? c-crq vmb pns11 vvi d n1? av np1 crd crd av dt n1 vbz d, np1 dt n1 pns31 vvd n1 cc p-acp dt j n1, vvg cc vvg px31, cc vvg av vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1614 he mourned but none would relent; he mourned but none would relent; pns31 vvd p-acp pix vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1615 Christ he came piping, he came in another manner, he came eating and drinking, and he preached gracious things, the Kingdom of God and the acceptable year of our Lord; christ he Come piping, he Come in Another manner, he Come eating and drinking, and he preached gracious things, the Kingdom of God and the acceptable year of our Lord; np1 pns31 vvd vvg, pns31 vvd p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vvd vvg cc vvg, cc pns31 vvd j n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1616 now saith he, you have not daunced, all these things have not affected your hearts a jot, you are as blockish as if you had no Ministry at all; now Says he, you have not danced, all these things have not affected your hearts a jot, you Are as blockish as if you had no Ministry At all; av vvz pns31, pn22 vhb xx vvn, d d n2 vhb xx vvn po22 n2 dt n1, pn22 vbr a-acp j c-acp cs pn22 vhd dx n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1617 as Christ saith, Mat. 8. 22. let the dead bury their dead; as christ Says, Mathew 8. 22. let the dead bury their dead; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb dt j vvi po32 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1618 what doth he mean by that? he means those that are dead in their souls; what does he mean by that? he means those that Are dead in their Souls; r-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp d? pns31 vvz d cst vbr j p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1619 those that are dead in their spirits and souls, they are fit for dead imployments and nothing else; those that Are dead in their spirits and Souls, they Are fit for dead employments and nothing Else; d cst vbr j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vbr j p-acp j n2 cc pix av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1620 the coherence was this, there was a man came to Christ, and was willing it seems to be the Disciple of Christ; the coherence was this, there was a man Come to christ, and was willing it seems to be the Disciple of christ; dt n1 vbds d, pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, cc vbds vvg pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1621 but oh sai•h he, first I pray thee, let me go and bury my father; but o sai•h he, First I pray thee, let me go and bury my father; cc-acp uh uh pns31, ord pns11 vvb pno21, vvb pno11 vvi cc vvi po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1622 bury thy father? saith he, any man may serve for that, let the dead bury their dead, those that are fit for nothing else may do that; bury thy father? Says he, any man may serve for that, let the dead bury their dead, those that Are fit for nothing Else may do that; vvb po21 n1? vvz pns31, d n1 vmb vvi p-acp d, vvb dt j vvi po32 j, d cst vbr j p-acp pix av vmb vdi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1623 but if thy heart be alive, thou art fit for me, thou art fit for spiritual employments; but if thy heart be alive, thou art fit for me, thou art fit for spiritual employments; cc-acp cs po21 n1 vbi j, pns21 vb2r j p-acp pno11, pns21 vb2r j p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1624 but when a man hath a dead heart he is sit for nothing; as Christ, he gave the bag to Judas, he was the fittest man for that; but when a man hath a dead heart he is fit for nothing; as christ, he gave the bag to Judas, he was the Fittest man for that; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1 pns31 vbz j p-acp pix; c-acp np1, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbds dt js n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1625 so let a man be in office, if he be dead, he hath no heart to punish sin, no not so much as to use his faithful endeavour to root it out; so let a man be in office, if he be dead, he hath no heart to Punish since, no not so much as to use his faithful endeavour to root it out; av vvb dt n1 vbb p-acp n1, cs pns31 vbb j, pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi n1, uh-dx xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1626 nay, he will pull down the guilt of the sins of the parish upon his own soul, rather then he will stickle a little for God, Judg. 4. 8. how backward was Barak to go against the enemies of the Lord? if you will go, I will go, saith he to Deborah, otherwise he had no heart to go; nay, he will pull down the guilt of the Sins of the parish upon his own soul, rather then he will stickle a little for God, Judges 4. 8. how backward was Barak to go against the enemies of the Lord? if you will go, I will go, Says he to Deborah, otherwise he had no heart to go; uh-x, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, av-c cs pns31 vmb vvi dt j p-acp np1, np1 crd crd uh-crq av-j vbds np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1? cs pn22 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vvi, vvz pns31 p-acp np1, av pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1627 so Esther, how dull was she to stand for the Church of God? she would let the Church be ruinated rather then she would go and speak to the King in the behalf thereof, so Esther, how dull was she to stand for the Church of God? she would let the Church be ruinated rather then she would go and speak to the King in the behalf thereof, av np1, c-crq j vbds pns31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 vbb vvn av-c cs pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1628 but that Mordecai stirred her up soundly; but that Mordecai stirred her up soundly; cc-acp cst np1 vvd pno31 a-acp av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1629 now is not this a sufficient motive to stir us up to labour for quickning? how can we do the things God calls for from day today? we should stand for him, now is not this a sufficient motive to stir us up to labour for quickening? how can we do the things God calls for from day today? we should stand for him, av vbz xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j-vvg? q-crq vmb pns12 vdi dt n2 np1 vvz p-acp p-acp n1 av-an? pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1630 and call upon him, and set up his worship in our families; we should fear his name, and set him before our eyes, and fight against sin, and call upon him, and Set up his worship in our families; we should Fear his name, and Set him before our eyes, and fight against since, cc vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2; pns12 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1631 and labour to please him in all our wayes; now without being quickned we are sit for none of these things; and labour to please him in all our ways; now without being quickened we Are fit for none of these things; cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d po12 n2; av p-acp vbg vvn pns12 vbr j p-acp pix pp-f d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1632 now what a woful thing is it when we shall not be furnished to every good work as we should, now what a woeful thing is it when we shall not be furnished to every good work as we should, av q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 c-crq pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 c-acp pns12 vmd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1633 and fitted to do that which God requires of us; therefore let us shake off this dulness and blockishness of spirit. and fitted to do that which God requires of us; Therefore let us shake off this dullness and blockishness of Spirit. cc vvn pc-acp vdi d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno12; av vvb pno12 vvi a-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 103 Page 44
1634 Thirdly, Another motive is this, we can have no true sign at all to our souls, that we have any true grace at all as long as we are dead; Thirdly, another motive is this, we can have no true Signen At all to our Souls, that we have any true grace At all as long as we Are dead; ord, j-jn n1 vbz d, pns12 vmb vhi dx j n1 p-acp d p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vhb d j n1 p-acp d c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 44
1635 when Christ is said to give a man grace, he is said to quicken a man, Joh. 5. 21. conversion is called the life of the dead; when christ is said to give a man grace, he is said to quicken a man, John 5. 21. conversion is called the life of the dead; c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 crd crd n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 44
1636 a mans repentance is no better then the repentance of a reprobate, unless it be repentance from dead works, and repentance unto life; a men Repentance is no better then the Repentance of a Reprobate, unless it be Repentance from dead works, and Repentance unto life; dt ng1 n1 vbz dx jc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, cs pn31 vbb n1 p-acp j n2, cc n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 44
1637 if a man hath faith, it is not the faith of Gods elect if it doth not quicken him, I live by faith, saith Paul, Gal. 2. 20. justification is communicated only to a man that is quickned; if a man hath faith, it is not the faith of God's elect if it does not quicken him, I live by faith, Says Paul, Gal. 2. 20. justification is communicated only to a man that is quickened; cs dt n1 vhz n1, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb cs pn31 vdz xx vvi pno31, pns11 vvb p-acp n1, vvz np1, np1 crd crd n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1638 God together with justification doth quicken a man, he doth revive him and make him alive towards God; God together with justification does quicken a man, he does revive him and make him alive towards God; np1 av p-acp n1 vdz vvi dt n1, pns31 vdz vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1639 nay, we have no argument that we have our sins forgiven us, unlesse God hath quickned us, Col. 2. 13. he hath quickned them, having forgiven them all trespasses; nay, we have no argument that we have our Sins forgiven us, unless God hath quickened us, Col. 2. 13. he hath quickened them, having forgiven them all Trespasses; uh-x, pns12 vhb dx n1 cst pns12 vhb po12 n2 vvn pno12, cs np1 vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno32, vhg vvn pno32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1640 when God forgives the trespasses of his people, he doth quicken them, h• takes away the dulness of their hearts, when God forgives the Trespasses of his people, he does quicken them, h• Takes away the dullness of their hearts, c-crq np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vdz vvi pno32, n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1641 and the blockishness of the•r minds, and the senselesness of their consciences, and their awkness and untowardness to that which is good; and the blockishness of the•r minds, and the senselessness of their Consciences, and their awkness and untowardness to that which is good; cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1642 he doth quicken them up • every man hath life, for we see how lively men are in seeking after their profits and pleasures, people have life enough, he does quicken them up • every man hath life, for we see how lively men Are in seeking After their profits and pleasures, people have life enough, pns31 vdz vvi pno32 a-acp • d n1 vhz n1, c-acp pns12 vvb c-crq j n2 vbr p-acp vvg p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, n1 vhb n1 av-d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1643 but it is upon things here below; but it is upon things Here below; cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 av a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1644 and they have affections enough, love enough, and hope enough, and joy and delight enough in the world, and they have affections enough, love enough, and hope enough, and joy and delight enough in the world, cc pns32 vhb n2 av-d, n1 av-d, cc n1 av-d, cc n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1645 but they are set upon carnal things; but if grace comes into the heart, it is the vigour of the heart; but they Are Set upon carnal things; but if grace comes into the heart, it is the vigour of the heart; cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n2; cc-acp cs n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1646 now as long as we are dead and dull, what sign of grace can we have? if we have grace ye• we cannot have any proof and comfort of it as long as we are drowzy and dull; now as long as we Are dead and dull, what Signen of grace can we have? if we have grace ye• we cannot have any proof and Comfort of it as long as we Are drowsy and dull; av c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j cc j, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmb pns12 vhi? cs pns12 vhb n1 n1 pns12 vmbx vhb d n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1647 'tis true, no man can have any grace but he hath some life ▪ but if he doth not quicken up himself, he hinders himself of the peace and comfort that otherwise he might have; it's true, no man can have any grace but he hath Some life ▪ but if he does not quicken up himself, he hinders himself of the peace and Comfort that otherwise he might have; pn31|vbz j, dx n1 vmb vhi d n1 cc-acp pns31 vhz d n1 ▪ cc-acp cs pns31 vdz xx vvi a-acp px31, pns31 vvz px31 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst av pns31 vmd vhi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1648 hence it is that the conscience is troubled, and people are unsetled, and are so full of fears to dye; hence it is that the conscience is troubled, and people Are unsettled, and Are so full of fears to die; av pn31 vbz d dt n1 vbz vvn, cc n1 vbr j-vvn, cc vbr av j pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1649 hence i• is that people are so like to the sea, the waves whereof cannot rest; hence i• is that people Are so like to the sea, the waves whereof cannot rest; av n1 vbz d n1 vbr av av-j p-acp dt n1, dt n2 c-crq vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1650 their minds are unquiet and unsetled; their minds Are unquiet and unsettled; po32 n2 vbr j cc j-vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1651 it is for want of quickning, if we were quickned we should have great peace come into our souls. it is for want of quickening, if we were quickened we should have great peace come into our Souls. pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f j-vvg, cs pns12 vbdr vvn pns12 vmd vhi j n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 104 Page 45
1652 Fourthly, We cannot grow in grace unless we are quickned; Fourthly, We cannot grow in grace unless we Are quickened; ord, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 cs pns12 vbr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1653 as long as we are thus dull and heavy and lumpish to the things that are good, we cannot grow in grace. as long as we Are thus dull and heavy and lumpish to the things that Are good, we cannot grow in grace. c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr av j cc j cc j p-acp dt n2 cst vbr j, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1654 Hos. 14. 7. they shall revive as the corn, and grow as the vine; first they shall revive, and then grow; Hos. 14. 7. they shall revive as the corn, and grow as the vine; First they shall revive, and then grow; np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; ord pns32 vmb vvi, cc av vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1655 first God quickens a man, and then he makes him grow; the Philippians love was dead to Paul, afterwards it quickned again; First God quickens a man, and then he makes him grow; the Philippians love was dead to Paul, afterwards it quickened again; ord np1 vvz dt n1, cc av pns31 vvz pno31 vvi; dt njp2 n1 vbds j pc-acp np1, av pn31 vvd av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1656 now saith he, your love flourish•th, Phil. 4. 10. now their hearts were quickned, it began to grow; now Says he, your love flourish•th, Philip 4. 10. now their hearts were quickened, it began to grow; av vvz pns31, po22 n1 n1, np1 crd crd av po32 n2 vbdr vvn, pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1657 but when a man hath a dead heart, how can he grow? as he said, Joh. 15. 4. can the branch bear fruit without the vine? so may I say, can a mans heart grow in goodness without life? it is only a living creature that can grow; but when a man hath a dead heart, how can he grow? as he said, John 15. 4. can the branch bear fruit without the vine? so may I say, can a men heart grow in Goodness without life? it is only a living creature that can grow; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi? c-acp pns31 vvd, np1 crd crd vmb dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1? av vmb pns11 vvb, vmb dt ng1 n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n1? pn31 vbz av-j dt j-vvg n1 cst vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1658 if a plant be once dead, it withers away and cannot grow; if a plant be once dead, it withers away and cannot grow; cs dt n1 vbb a-acp j, pn31 vvz av cc vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1659 if a man have a dead heart, though he should hear lectures and sermons every day, he would never grow, he would be never the more holy, never the more godly; if a man have a dead heart, though he should hear Lectures and Sermons every day, he would never grow, he would be never the more holy, never the more godly; cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi n2 cc n2 d n1, pns31 vmd av-x vvi, pns31 vmd vbi av-x dt av-dc j, av-x dt av-dc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1660 if he should have family prayer, closet prayer, yet if he should be dead, he should have never the more ability against his temptations; if he should have family prayer, closet prayer, yet if he should be dead, he should have never the more ability against his temptations; cs pns31 vmd vhi n1 n1, n1 n1, av cs pns31 vmd vbi j, pns31 vmd vhi av-x dt av-dc n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1661 though the ordinances of God be admirable helps to growing, yet if a man be dead and dull, they will never help him to grow in grace; though the ordinances of God be admirable helps to growing, yet if a man be dead and dull, they will never help him to grow in grace; cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vbb j n2 p-acp vvg, av cs dt n1 vbi j cc j, pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1662 though grace be of a growing nature, yet a dead heart starves all the graces that a man hath. though grace be of a growing nature, yet a dead heart starves all the graces that a man hath. cs n1 vbb pp-f dt j-vvg n1, av dt j n1 vvz d dt n2 cst dt n1 vhz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 105 Page 45
1663 Fifthly, Another motive is this as long as we are dead, we shall be so far from growing ▪ that we shall be hardly able to keep our own, Rev. 3. 2. strengthen the things that remain, that are ready to dye; Fifthly, another motive is this as long as we Are dead, we shall be so Far from growing ▪ that we shall be hardly able to keep our own, Rev. 3. 2. strengthen the things that remain, that Are ready to die; ord, j-jn n1 vbz d c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j, pns12 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vvg ▪ d pns12 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi po12 d, n1 crd crd vvi dt n2 cst vvb, cst vbr j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1664 as who should say, thou art so far from growing, that the good things that are in thee are even ready to dye; as who should say, thou art so Far from growing, that the good things that Are in thee Are even ready to die; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vb2r av av-j p-acp vvg, cst dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno21 vbr j j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1665 thou wilt lose that very good that is in thee if thou dost not sha•• off this d••dness and careleseness, thou wilt loose that very good that is in thee if thou dost not sha•• off this d••dness and careleseness, pns21 vm2 vvi cst av j cst vbz p-acp pno21 cs pns21 vd2 xx n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1666 and heartleseness to that which is good; and heartleseness to that which is good; cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1667 as it is with a man that hath a consumption upon his body, he is so far from growing that he rather pines away, he waxeth more and more faint and groweth d•ader, as it is with a man that hath a consumption upon his body, he is so Far from growing that he rather pines away, he Waxes more and more faint and grows d•ader, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg cst pns31 av-c vvz av, pns31 vvz dc cc av-dc j cc vvz n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1668 and waxeth neerer to his end, he pines away; and Waxes nearer to his end, he pines away; cc vvz av-jc p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1669 so when a man is dead, (though not quite dead) his heart is deaded, he doth pine away; as the Prophet saith, Ezek. 33. 10. if we pine away, so when a man is dead, (though not quite dead) his heart is deadened, he does pine away; as the Prophet Says, Ezekiel 33. 10. if we pine away, av c-crq dt n1 vbz j, (cs xx av j) po31 n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vdz vvi av; p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1670 how shall we do o• yet thus it is 〈 ◊ 〉 man hath a dead heart he doth pine away; how shall we do o• yet thus it is 〈 ◊ 〉 man hath a dead heart he does pine away; q-crq vmb pns12 vdi n1 av av pn31 vbz 〈 sy 〉 n1 vhz dt j n1 pns31 vdz vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1671 I, and again ▪ how is it possible for a man whose heart is dead to prayer, I, and again ▪ how is it possible for a man whose heart is dead to prayer, pns11, cc av ▪ q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz j p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 45
1672 and he hath no affections to 〈 ◊ 〉 which is good? if there be any opportunity to that which is good, he hangs off; and he hath no affections to 〈 ◊ 〉 which is good? if there be any opportunity to that which is good, he hangs off; cc pns31 vhz dx n2 pc-acp 〈 sy 〉 r-crq vbz j? cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp cst r-crq vbz j, pns31 vvz a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1673 how can this man doe otherwise but wax worse and worse? for he wants that which should work out sin; how can this man do otherwise but wax Worse and Worse? for he Wants that which should work out since; q-crq vmb d n1 vdb av p-acp n1 av-jc cc av-jc? c-acp pns31 vvz cst r-crq vmd vvi av n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1674 if it be a springing water, it will work out the mud; if it be a springing water, it will work out the mud; cs pn31 vbb dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vmb vvi av dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1675 but if it be a standing water, it will grow thicker and thicker, and will be noysome; but if it be a standing water, it will grow thicker and thicker, and will be noisome; cc-acp cs pn31 vbb dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vmb vvi jc cc jc, cc vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1676 so if the body be alive, though it be never so full of ill humours, if it be lively, nature will work them out; so if the body be alive, though it be never so full of ill humours, if it be lively, nature will work them out; av cs dt n1 vbb j, cs pn31 vbb av-x av j pp-f j-jn n2, cs pn31 vbb j, n1 vmb vvi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1677 but if the pangs of death be upon a man, every disease and distemper gets the victory, his nature cannot work it out now; but if the pangs of death be upon a man, every disease and distemper gets the victory, his nature cannot work it out now; cc-acp cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, d n1 cc n1 vvz dt n1, po31 n1 vmbx vvi pn31 av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1678 so it is with a man that hath a dead heart, he cannot work out the corruption that daily bubbles up in his heart; so it is with a man that hath a dead heart, he cannot work out the corruption that daily bubbles up in his heart; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1, pns31 vmbx vvi av dt n1 cst av-j vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1679 as Eli, though he had never so many corruptions, he had no heart to root them out; as Eli, though he had never so many corruptions, he had no heart to root them out; c-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd av-x av d n2, pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1680 'tis true, he reproved his sons, but it was to no purpose: as good never a whit as never the better; it's true, he reproved his Sons, but it was to no purpose: as good never a whit as never the better; pn31|vbz j, pns31 vvd po31 n2, cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dx n1: c-acp j av-x dt n1 c-acp av-x dt av-jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1681 so when Solomon was grown dead, and had lost his former life of grace, afterwards when corruption grew in his heart, he could not work it out; so when Solomon was grown dead, and had lost his former life of grace, afterwards when corruption grew in his heart, he could not work it out; av c-crq np1 vbds vvn j, cc vhd vvn po31 j n1 pp-f n1, av c-crq n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1682 for when God had chosen Jeroboam to be put in his room, though Solomon knew that it was of God, for when God had chosen Jeroboam to be put in his room, though Solomon knew that it was of God, p-acp c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cs np1 vvd cst pn31 vbds pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1683 and he set him up to be King, yet he could not work out this corruption, and he Set him up to be King, yet he could not work out this corruption, cc pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp pc-acp vbi n1, av pns31 vmd xx vvi av d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1684 but his heart to his dying day rose up against Jeroboam, and he sought to kill him; but his heart to his dying day rose up against Jeroboam, and he sought to kill him; cc-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 j-vvg n1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1, cc pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1685 he wanted the life of grace he had before, and sin got up, and he could not work it out soundly to his dying day. he wanted the life of grace he had before, and since god up, and he could not work it out soundly to his dying day. pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vhd a-acp, cc n1 vvn a-acp, cc pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31 av av-j p-acp po31 j-vvg n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1686 Now is not this a most grievous thing? the very consideration of this, how should it provoke us to shake off this deadness? Can that body do well that hath lost his expulsive faculty? when distempers arise it cannot expell them, it must needs be the destruction of the body; Now is not this a most grievous thing? the very consideration of this, how should it provoke us to shake off this deadness? Can that body do well that hath lost his expulsive faculty? when distempers arise it cannot expel them, it must needs be the destruction of the body; av vbz xx d dt av-ds j n1? dt j n1 pp-f d, q-crq vmd pn31 vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1? vmb d n1 vdb av cst vhz vvn po31 j n1? q-crq n2 vvb pn31 vmbx vvi pno32, pn31 vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1687 so when the life of the soul is either in part or wholly taken away, so when the life of the soul is either in part or wholly taken away, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-d p-acp n1 cc av-jn vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1688 how can he work out his corruptions and distempers that daily arise in him? we have need of grace, and life, and quickning; how can he work out his corruptions and distempers that daily arise in him? we have need of grace, and life, and quickening; q-crq vmb pns31 vvi av po31 n2 cc n2 cst av-j vvb p-acp pno31? pns12 vhb n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1689 we are tempted every day, and the corruptions that dwell in us, are ever boyling up. we Are tempted every day, and the corruptions that dwell in us, Are ever boiling up. pns12 vbr vvn d n1, cc dt n2 cst vvb p-acp pno12, vbr av vvg a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1690 Now if we have not the expulsive faculty to purge them out, the heart must needs be in a woful condition. Now if we have not the expulsive faculty to purge them out, the heart must needs be in a woeful condition. av cs pns12 vhb xx dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av, dt n1 vmb av vbi p-acp dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 106 Page 46
1691 Sixthly, This sin of deadness, in some sense, is worse then any other sin, and that in six respects. Sixthly, This since of deadness, in Some sense, is Worse then any other since, and that in six respects. j, d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, vbz jc cs d j-jn n1, cc cst p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 107 Page 46
1692 First, Other sins, for the most part, are in one part of a man; First, Other Sins, for the most part, Are in one part of a man; ord, j-jn n2, p-acp dt av-ds n1, vbr p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1693 as drunkenness is in the appetite, and covetousness is in the concupiscible faculty, and pride and ostentation is in the heart, as Drunkenness is in the appetite, and covetousness is in the concupiscible faculty, and pride and ostentation is in the heart, c-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1694 and ignorance is in the minde; but deadness is in all the whole man; as it is with a languishing disease; and ignorance is in the mind; but deadness is in all the Whole man; as it is with a languishing disease; cc n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; cc-acp n1 vbz p-acp d dt j-jn n1; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1695 other diseases, one may be in the head, another in the neck, another in the back; other diseases, one may be in the head, Another in the neck, Another in the back; j-jn n2, pi vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1696 but a Consumption runs over all the whole man; So it is with deadness; but a Consumption runs over all the Whole man; So it is with deadness; cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d dt j-jn n1; av pn31 vbz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1697 as it was with the Church of L•odicea; when they were grown dead and careless, he chargeth them that they were dead all over; as it was with the Church of L•odicea; when they were grown dead and careless, he charges them that they were dead all over; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn j cc j, pns31 vvz pno32 cst pns32 vbdr j av-d a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1698 Thou art poor, and blind, and miserable, and naked; this heaps all miseries upon a man; Thou art poor, and blind, and miserable, and naked; this heaps all misery's upon a man; pns21 vb2r j, cc j, cc j, cc j; d n2 d n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1699 such a man is like unto Judah, From the crown of the head, to the sole of the foot, there was no sound part, Isa. 1. 6. It is a general disease; such a man is like unto Judah, From the crown of the head, to the sole of the foot, there was no found part, Isaiah 1. 6. It is a general disease; d dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbds dx j n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1700 it is like the deluge that drowned the whole world, it drowns the whole man; I confesse drunkenness, and adultery, and such particular sinnes, may kill and damn a man; it is like the deluge that drowned the Whole world, it drowns the Whole man; I confess Drunkenness, and adultery, and such particular Sins, may kill and damn a man; pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 cst vvd dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz dt j-jn n1; pns11 vvb n1, cc n1, cc d j n2, vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1701 but I say by accident, deadness is worse then they; 'tis true, drunkennesse, and adultery, and prophanesse are worse; but I say by accident, deadness is Worse then they; it's true, Drunkenness, and adultery, and profaneness Are Worse; cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp n1, n1 vbz jc cs pns32; pn31|vbz j, n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbr jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1702 but why are they worse but because they have this deadnesse too? but if they could be taken alone ▪ and a man might have a living heart towards God otherwise, they should not be worse then deadness. but why Are they Worse but Because they have this deadness too? but if they could be taken alone ▪ and a man might have a living heart towards God otherwise, they should not be Worse then deadness. cc-acp q-crq vbr pns32 jc p-acp c-acp pns32 vhb d n1 av? cc-acp cs pns32 vmd vbi vvn av-j ▪ cc dt n1 vmd vhi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp np1 av, pns32 vmd xx vbi av-jc cs n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 108 Page 46
1703 Secondly ▪ Other sins are against one commandement of God, or two, or so; but this deadnesse is against all the commandements of God; Secondly ▪ Other Sins Are against one Commandment of God, or two, or so; but this deadness is against all the Commandments of God; ord ▪ n-jn n2 vbr p-acp crd n1 pp-f np1, cc crd, cc av; cc-acp d n1 vbz p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 46
1704 it is a sin against prayer, for we should pray with life; it is a sin against hearing, for we should hear with life; it is a since against prayer, for we should pray with life; it is a since against hearing, for we should hear with life; pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1; pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg, c-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 46
1705 it is a sin against the Sabbath, for we should keep it with delight; it is a since against the Sabbath, for we should keep it with delight; pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 46
1706 it is a sin against all the Ordinances of God, for we should come to them all with life and affection. it is a since against all the Ordinances of God, for we should come to them all with life and affection. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 d p-acp n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 46
1707 Suppose a servant, his Master should bid him do a thing; he bids him goe to one place, he goes to another; Suppose a servant, his Master should bid him do a thing; he bids him go to one place, he Goes to Another; vvb dt n1, po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 vdi dt n1; pns31 vvz pno31 vvi p-acp crd n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 46
1708 he goes & drinks, and swills; he Goes & drinks, and swills; pns31 vvz cc vvz, cc vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 47
1709 another servant he goes about that his Mr. bids him, but whatsoever his Mr. bids him do, he goes about it slothfully, and by halfs; Another servant he Goes about that his Mr. bids him, but whatsoever his Mr. bids him do, he Goes about it slothfully, and by halfs; j-jn n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d po31 n1 vvz pno31, cc-acp r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31 vdi, pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 av, cc p-acp n2-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 47
1710 this servant is a worse servant then the other; why? because thi• servant offends in all the business he hath to do; this servant is a Worse servant then the other; why? Because thi• servant offends in all the business he hath to do; d n1 vbz dt jc n1 cs dt n-jn; q-crq? c-acp n1 n1 vvz p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 47
1711 whatsoever his Mr. sets him about, he marrs it, and doth it to halfs: whatsoever his Mr. sets him about, he mars it, and does it to halfs: r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31 a-acp, pns31 vvz pn31, cc vdz pn31 p-acp n2-jn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 47
1712 So deadness of heart, it disables a man to every duty, to whatsoever God requires of a man; So deadness of heart, it disables a man to every duty, to whatsoever God requires of a man; av n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 47
1713 and this is one of the reasons why he that breaks one of the commandements of God, is said to break them all, Iam. 2. 10, 11. Why? because he deads his heart, a man that gives way to sin against any one commandement, deads his heart to all; and this is one of the Reasons why he that breaks one of the Commandments of God, is said to break them all, Iam. 2. 10, 11. Why? Because he deads his heart, a man that gives Way to sin against any one Commandment, deads his heart to all; cc d vbz pi pp-f dt n2 c-crq pns31 cst vvz crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 d, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq? c-acp pns31 n2-j po31 n1, dt n1 cst vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd n1, n2-j po31 n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 47
1714 and so by reason of that deadness, he becoms guitlty of all. Thirdly, Other sins are not so deep in the soul; and so by reason of that deadness, he becomes guitlty of all. Thirdly, Other Sins Are not so deep in the soul; cc av p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvz n1 pp-f d. ord, j-jn n2 vbr xx av j-jn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 109 Page 47
1715 but this deadness is deeper then all; but this deadness is Deeper then all; cc-acp d n1 vbz jc-jn cs d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1716 a man will be willinger to lay down any sin then deadness, and to take up any duty then quickning; a man will be willinger to lay down any since then deadness, and to take up any duty then quickening; dt n1 vmb vbi jc pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 av n1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 av j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1717 a man had rather do any thing, if he may do it without life; a man had rather do any thing, if he may do it without life; dt n1 vhd av-c vdi d n1, cs pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1718 if the bare hearing, praying, and profession will serve turn, may be he will do that; if the bore hearing, praying, and profession will serve turn, may be he will do that; cs dt j n-vvg, vvg, cc n1 vmb vvi n1, vmb vbi pns31 vmb vdi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1719 but to do all with life, this the heart is loth to come to; but to do all with life, this the heart is loath to come to; cc-acp pc-acp vdi d p-acp n1, d dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1720 when it comes to lay out all the strength and vigour of the whole man upon God, the heart cannot abide this. when it comes to lay out all the strength and vigour of the Whole man upon God, the heart cannot abide this. c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi av d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 vmbx vvi d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1721 Judah was content to turn to God; Judah was content to turn to God; np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1722 but to do it with life, this they would not do, Jer. 3. 10. Treacherous Judah hath not turned to me with the whole heart, &c. He doth not deny but they turned unto him; but to do it with life, this they would not do, Jer. 3. 10. Treacherous Judah hath not turned to me with the Whole heart, etc. He does not deny but they turned unto him; cc-acp pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp n1, d pns32 vmd xx vdi, np1 crd crd j np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j-jn n1, av pns31 vdz xx vvi cc-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1723 but they would not do it with their whole heart, with life, with all their power and strength; but they would not do it with their Whole heart, with life, with all their power and strength; cc-acp pns32 vmd xx vdi pn31 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, p-acp n1, p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1724 thus they did not turn unto him. thus they did not turn unto him. av pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1725 As it was with the Ruler in the Gospel, he was content to observe the commandements of God, not to murther, not to commit adultery, not to steal, not to swear; As it was with the Ruler in the Gospel, he was content to observe the Commandments of God, not to murder, not to commit adultery, not to steal, not to swear; p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, xx pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi n1, xx pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1726 All these have I observed from my youth, saith he; but when Christ came to call for life, that he should sell all, forsake all, and follow him; All these have I observed from my youth, Says he; but when christ Come to call for life, that he should fell all, forsake all, and follow him; d d vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 n1, vvz pns31; cc-acp c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d, vvb d, cc vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1727 that is the life of a man, the soule and heart of a man must be put forth; that is the life of a man, the soul and heart of a man must be put forth; cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1728 he was sad at that saying: So Laodicea was content to do any thing; he was sad At that saying: So Laodicea was content to do any thing; pns31 vbds j p-acp d n-vvg: av np1 vbds j pc-acp vdi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1729 the spirit of God layeth nothing to her charge, he chargeth her with no particular sin, but lukewarmnesse onely; she would do any thing; the Spirit of God Layeth nothing to her charge, he charges her with no particular since, but lukewarmness only; she would do any thing; dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pix p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dx j n1, cc-acp n1 av-j; pns31 vmd vdi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1730 but to be fervent and zealous in it, to lay out her strength for God, that she would not do; but to be fervent and zealous in it, to lay out her strength for God, that she would not do; cc-acp pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd xx vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1731 so that we had need to take heed of deadness of all other sins; it is a deep sin, and is the harder to be gotten out; so that we had need to take heed of deadness of all other Sins; it is a deep since, and is the harder to be got out; av cst pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1 pp-f d j-jn n2; pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1, cc vbz dt jc pc-acp vbi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1732 and the harder it is to be gotten out, the more paines is to be taken. and the harder it is to be got out, the more pains is to be taken. cc dt jc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av, dt dc n2 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 110 Page 47
1733 Fourthly, other sins may be but acts; as a man may be drunk, but he may not have the habit of drunkenness; Fourthly, other Sins may be but acts; as a man may be drunk, but he may not have the habit of Drunkenness; ord, j-jn n2 vmb vbi p-acp n2; c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vhi dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 111 Page 47
1734 as Noah was drunk, but he was not a drunkard; we see David committed adultery, but he had not the habit of adultery; as Noah was drunk, but he was not a drunkard; we see David committed adultery, but he had not the habit of adultery; c-acp np1 vbds vvn, cc-acp pns31 vbds xx dt n1; pns12 vvb np1 vvn n1, cc-acp pns31 vhd xx dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 111 Page 47
1735 but deadness is an habit, Eph. 2. 1. Now when a man leaves sin in a dead manner, he leaves it, but deadness is an habit, Ephesians 2. 1. Now when a man leaves since in a dead manner, he leaves it, cc-acp n1 vbz dt n1, np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 111 Page 47
1736 but his affections are not crucified to it; he doth good duties, but he is dead to them; but his affections Are not Crucified to it; he does good duties, but he is dead to them; cc-acp po31 n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp pn31; pns31 vdz j n2, cc-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 111 Page 47
1737 this man comes neer to the estate of sin: now an estate of sin is worse then any particular act of sin. this man comes near to the estate of since: now an estate of since is Worse then any particular act of since. d n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz jc cs d j n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 111 Page 47
1738 Fifthly, Other sins are the first death of the soul; Fifthly, Other Sins Are the First death of the soul; ord, j-jn n2 vbr dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1739 we are all under trespasses and sins, Rom. 5. Death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned. we Are all under Trespasses and Sins, Rom. 5. Death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned. pns12 vbr d p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 crd n1 vvn p-acp d n2, c-acp cst d vhb vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1740 We are all by nature the children of wrath; We Are all by nature the children of wrath; pns12 vbr d p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1741 we were all once dead, but now, if after we are Christians, we grow dead again, we grow twice dead; we were all once dead, but now, if After we Are Christians, we grow dead again, we grow twice dead; pns12 vbdr d a-acp j, cc-acp av, cs p-acp pns12 vbr np1, pns12 vvb j av, pns12 vvb av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1742 of all sins we should take heed of deadnesse, for that causeth the second death; of all Sins we should take heed of deadness, for that Causes the second death; pp-f d n2 pns12 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cst vvz dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1743 not the second death of damnation, but of being dead after a man hath been quickned; not the second death of damnation, but of being dead After a man hath been quickened; xx dt ord n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f vbg j p-acp dt n1 vhz vbn vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1744 as Saint Jude speaks ver. 12. twice dead; so we are twice dead. Now other sins do make a man but once dead; as Saint U^de speaks for. 12. twice dead; so we Are twice dead. Now other Sins do make a man but once dead; c-acp n1 np1 vvz p-acp. crd av j; av pns12 vbr av j. av j-jn n2 vdb vvi dt n1 cc-acp a-acp j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1745 but after the Gospel hath come among us, and hath stirred up our hearts, and quickned us in some measure, but After the Gospel hath come among us, and hath stirred up our hearts, and quickened us in Some measure, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, cc vhz vvn a-acp po12 n2, cc vvd pno12 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1746 if we grow remiss and dead, and cold again, we are twice dead, or at least grow and tend that way, if we grow remiss and dead, and cold again, we Are twice dead, or At least grow and tend that Way, cs pns12 vvb j cc j, cc j-jn av, pns12 vbr av j, cc p-acp ds vvb cc vvi d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1747 and so our estate is more dangerous; therefore how should we take heed of this! and so our estate is more dangerous; Therefore how should we take heed of this! cc av po12 n1 vbz av-dc j; av q-crq vmd pns12 vvi n1 pp-f d! (7) treatise (DIV2) 112 Page 47
1748 Lastly, Other sins, though God threatens hell and damnation against them, yet more specially against deadness; Lastly, Other Sins, though God threatens hell and damnation against them, yet more specially against deadness; ord, j-jn n2, cs np1 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, av av-dc av-j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1749 did you ever hear of a more special threatning then that 2 Thess. 2. 10, 11, 12. when men doe not receive the truth in the love of it. did you ever hear of a more special threatening then that 2 Thess 2. 10, 11, 12. when men do not receive the truth in the love of it. vdd pn22 av vvi pp-f dt av-dc j n-vvg av d crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd c-crq n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1750 He doth not say, When they do not receive it, but When they do not receive it with affection, with all their hearts. He does not say, When they do not receive it, but When they do not receive it with affection, with all their hearts. pns31 vdz xx vvi, c-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp d po32 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1751 You may see there how terribly God threatens, when we do not receive the truth in the love of it; You may see there how terribly God threatens, when we do not receive the truth in the love of it; pn22 vmb vvi a-acp c-crq av-j np1 vvz, c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1752 we do not love Gods Word; we do not love prayer, and his ordinances; we do not love the communion of Saints; we do not love God's Word; we do not love prayer, and his ordinances; we do not love the communion of Saints; pns12 vdb xx vvi npg1 n1; pns12 vdb xx vvi n1, cc po31 n2; pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1753 we do not love obedience to Gods truth; this is a most woful thing; we do not love Obedience to God's truth; this is a most woeful thing; pns12 vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp npg1 n1; d vbz dt av-ds j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1754 though we doe receive it, yet if we do not receive it in the love of it, see there what he saith; though we do receive it, yet if we do not receive it in the love of it, see there what he Says; cs pns12 vdb vvi pn31, av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvb a-acp r-crq pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1755 For this cause God shall send them strong delus•ns, that they should believe a lye that they might all be damned, &c. So when Ephesus left her first love, God threatned to remove the candlestick, Rev. 2. 4, 5. When Laodicea was grown cold and careless, For this cause God shall send them strong delus•ns, that they should believe a lie that they might all be damned, etc. So when Ephesus left her First love, God threatened to remove the candlestick, Rev. 2. 4, 5. When Laodicea was grown cold and careless, p-acp d n1 np1 vmb vvi pno32 j n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 cst pns32 vmd d vbi vvn, av av c-crq np1 vvd po31 ord n1, np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1, n1 crd crd, crd c-crq np1 vbds vvn j-jn cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1756 and of a middle temper, Gods threatens to spue her out of his mouth, Rev. 3. 16. When Eli was grown cold and remiss, and of a middle temper, God's threatens to spue her out of his Mouth, Rev. 3. 16. When Eli was grown cold and remiss, cc pp-f dt j-jn n1, npg1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n1, n1 crd crd c-crq np1 vbds vvn j-jn cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1757 and wanted zeal and life to stand for him, see how terribly God threatens him, I will doe a thing that whosoever heares it, both his eares shall tingle, 1 Sam. 3. 11. Nay, saith he, I will judge his house for ever for this thing, v. 13. What remains then, and wanted zeal and life to stand for him, see how terribly God threatens him, I will do a thing that whosoever hears it, both his ears shall tingle, 1 Sam. 3. 11. Nay, Says he, I will judge his house for ever for this thing, v. 13. What remains then, cc vvd n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vvb c-crq av-j np1 vvz pno31, pns11 vmb vdi dt n1 cst r-crq vvz pn31, d po31 n2 vmb vvi, vvn np1 crd crd uh-x, vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vvi po31 n1 c-acp av c-acp d n1, n1 crd q-crq vvz av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1758 but that we should with all our might, and all care and diligence, even set to both our shoulders for the casting off this sin of deadness, that if it be possible, we may come to be quickned, but that we should with all our might, and all care and diligence, even Set to both our shoulders for the casting off this since of deadness, that if it be possible, we may come to be quickened, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd p-acp d po12 n1, cc d n1 cc n1, av vvn p-acp d po12 n2 p-acp dt vvg a-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst cs pn31 vbb j, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1759 and serve God as we ought to do, and follow his heavenly Kingdome with eagerness, that none of these things we have spoken may befall us. and serve God as we ought to do, and follow his heavenly Kingdom with eagerness, that none of these things we have spoken may befall us. cc vvi np1 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi, cc vvi po31 j n1 p-acp n1, cst pix pp-f d n2 pns12 vhb vvn vmb vvi pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 113 Page 48
1760 Consider first, we have life, and why may not God have it? He hath breathed into our souls the breath of life; Consider First, we have life, and why may not God have it? He hath breathed into our Souls the breath of life; vvi ord, pns12 vhb n1, cc q-crq vmb xx np1 vhi pn31? pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1761 in him we live, move, and have our being; he hath given unto us all life and breath; in him we live, move, and have our being; he hath given unto us all life and breath; p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, vvb, cc vhb po12 n1; pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 d n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1762 and if we have life, why may not God have it? if he hath given us affections, and if we have life, why may not God have it? if he hath given us affections, cc cs pns12 vhb n1, q-crq vmb xx np1 vhi pn31? cs pns31 vhz vvn pno12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1763 why should they not be given to him again? if he hath given us thoughts, why should they not be given to him again? if he hath given us thoughts, q-crq vmd pns32 xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31 av? cs pns31 vhz vvn pno12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1764 why should we not bestow them upon him? if he hath given us dispositions and inclinations; why should we not bestow them upon him? if he hath given us dispositions and inclinations; q-crq vmd pns12 xx vvi pno32 p-acp pno31? cs pns31 vhz vvn pno12 n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1765 why should they not be set upon him? The Rivers that come from the sea, return to the sea again. why should they not be Set upon him? The rivers that come from the sea, return to the sea again. q-crq vmd pns32 xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31? dt n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1766 It is said of the Macedonians, that they did yield themselves to the Lord, 2 Cor. 8. 5. So we should yield our selves to the Lord; It is said of the Macedonians, that they did yield themselves to the Lord, 2 Cor. 8. 5. So we should yield our selves to the Lord; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt njp2, cst pns32 vdd vvi px32 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1767 if God did ask any thing that were not in us, it were another matter; if we had no thoughts and affections; if God did ask any thing that were not in us, it were Another matter; if we had no thoughts and affections; cs np1 vdd vvi d n1 cst vbdr xx p-acp pno12, pn31 vbdr j-jn n1; cs pns12 vhd dx n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1768 if we had no heart and inclinations; then no wonder though we did not give him them; if we had no heart and inclinations; then no wonder though we did not give him them; cs pns12 vhd dx n1 cc n2; av dx n1 cs pns12 vdd xx vvi pno31 pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1769 but when we have them, why should not he have them? all things are of him; but when we have them, why should not he have them? all things Are of him; cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb pno32, q-crq vmd xx pns31 vhb pno32? d n2 vbr pp-f pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1770 therefore let all things be to him; Therefore let all things be to him; av vvb d n2 vbb p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1771 shall our lusts have our thoughts, and not God? shall the world carry away our minds, shall our Lustiest have our thoughts, and not God? shall the world carry away our minds, vmb po12 n2 vhb po12 n2, cc xx np1? vmb dt n1 vvb av po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1772 and not God? that is against reason. Secondly, Consider that all the world is alive in their own courses; and not God? that is against reason. Secondly, Consider that all the world is alive in their own courses; cc xx np1? cst vbz p-acp n1. ord, vvb cst d dt n1 vbz j p-acp po32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 114 Page 48
1773 let Christians be alive in theirs; let Christians be alive in theirs; vvb np1 vbi j p-acp png32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1774 as the Prophet speaks, Micah 4. 5. Every man walks in the name of his god, let us walk in the name of our God. as the Prophet speaks, micah 4. 5. Every man walks in the name of his god, let us walk in the name of our God. c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd np1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1775 So I say, every man follows his god; So I say, every man follows his god; av pns11 vvb, d n1 vvz po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1776 those that have their belly for their god, all their minde and affections run that way; those that have their belly for their god, all their mind and affections run that Way; d cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, d po32 n1 cc n2 vvb d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1777 those that have their pleasure for their god, and their profit for their god, how eager are they after these things? as one saith, the world is like the Ant; those that have their pleasure for their god, and their profit for their god, how eager Are they After these things? as one Says, the world is like the Ant; d cst vhb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-crq j vbr pns32 p-acp d n2? c-acp pi vvz, dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1778 poor little creatures, they goe carrying of straws after their manner, and are so busie; so it is with the world; poor little creatures, they go carrying of straws After their manner, and Are so busy; so it is with the world; j j n2, pns32 vvb vvg pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc vbr av j; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1779 what a deal of drudging up and down, and going this way and that way is there in the world? one for one thing, another for another; what a deal of drudging up and down, and going this Way and that Way is there in the world? one for one thing, Another for Another; r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp cc a-acp, cc vvg d n1 cc d n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1? pi p-acp crd n1, j-jn p-acp n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1780 one for his Mammon, another for the lusts of his flesh, and the pride of life; one for his Mammon, Another for the Lustiest of his Flesh, and the pride of life; pi p-acp po31 np1, j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1781 men are busy and stirring, every one is setting forward; why should not we be as forward in our way? if we be Christians, men Are busy and stirring, every one is setting forward; why should not we be as forward in our Way? if we be Christians, n2 vbr j cc j-vvg, d pi vbz vvg av-j; q-crq vmd xx pns12 vbi c-acp av-j p-acp po12 n1? cs pns12 vbb np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1782 and the servants of God, why should not we bestir our selves for him? the Devil himselfe is a spirit, and the Servants of God, why should not we Bestir our selves for him? the devil himself is a Spirit, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, q-crq vmd xx pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31? dt n1 px31 vbz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1783 and is working and busie, as himself saith, Job 2. 2. Then let us walk up and down and bestir our selves this way, and is working and busy, as himself Says, Job 2. 2. Then let us walk up and down and Bestir our selves this Way, cc vbz vvg cc j, c-acp px31 vvz, n1 crd crd av vvb pno12 vvi a-acp cc a-acp cc vvb po12 n2 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1784 and that way, and every way for God, and be as active and agile for him; and that Way, and every Way for God, and be as active and agile for him; cc d n1, cc d n1 p-acp np1, cc vbi a-acp j cc j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 48
1785 let us consider how the poor prisoners in Ludgate beg for a token, what eagerness they use, that though a man had no minde, let us Consider how the poor Prisoners in Ludgate beg for a token, what eagerness they use, that though a man had no mind, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq dt j n2 p-acp np1 vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 pns32 vvb, cst cs dt n1 vhd dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 49
1786 yet their importunity will make him give them something; and shall not we beg earnestly of God to pardon our sins, and quicken us, yet their importunity will make him give them something; and shall not we beg earnestly of God to pardon our Sins, and quicken us, av po32 n1 vmb vvi pno31 vvi pno32 pi; cc vmb xx pns12 vvi av-j pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvb pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 49
1787 and humble us for our deadness, and for the time to come, to make us earnest for the Kingdom to come; and humble us for our deadness, and for the time to come, to make us earnest for the Kingdom to come; cc vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 49
1788 if men be so earnest for bables, how earnest should we be for these precious jewels? if men be so earnest for babbles, how earnest should we be for these precious Jewels? cs n2 vbb av j p-acp n2, c-crq n1 vmd pns12 vbi p-acp d j n2? (7) treatise (DIV2) 115 Page 49
1789 Thirdly, Consider the worth of these things; Thirdly, Consider the worth of these things; ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1790 the worth of the Kingdome of Heaven, the worth of eternal life, the worth of the Gospel, the worth of prayer and all Gods holy Ordinances; the worth of the Kingdom of Heaven, the worth of Eternal life, the worth of the Gospel, the worth of prayer and all God's holy Ordinances; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc d n2 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1791 are they such poor beggarly trifles, that we follow them with such a slender pursuit? are they such beggarly commodities that they are not worth the looking after? Certainly Heaven may justly challenge our best desires, our best affections, our best pains and endeavours, Are they such poor beggarly trifles, that we follow them with such a slender pursuit? Are they such beggarly commodities that they Are not worth the looking After? Certainly Heaven may justly challenge our best Desires, our best affections, our best pains and endeavours, vbr pns32 d j j n2, cst pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp d dt j n1? vbr pns32 d j n2 cst pns32 vbr xx j dt vvg a-acp? av-j n1 vmb av-j vvi po12 js n2, po12 js n2, po12 js n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1792 and the best and flower of all our parts and learning, as the Church saith, Cant. 7. 9. My beloved is sweet; so our beloved is sweet; sweet things goe down pleasantly; and the best and flower of all our parts and learning, as the Church Says, Cant 7. 9. My Beloved is sweet; so our Beloved is sweet; sweet things go down pleasantly; cc dt js cc n1 pp-f d po12 n2 cc n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd po11 j-vvn vbz j; av po12 j-vvn vbz j; j n2 vvi a-acp av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1793 so how should the word be, and prayer be? how sweet should all the things of our beloved be they should goe sweetly down, nothing should delight us more. so how should the word be, and prayer be? how sweet should all the things of our Beloved be they should go sweetly down, nothing should delight us more. av q-crq vmd dt n1 vbi, cc n1 vbi? q-crq j vmd d dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn vbb pns32 vmd vvi av-j a-acp, pix vmd vvi pno12 dc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1794 When Solomon set up his Throne, it is said that he laid out the best gold upon it; When Solomon Set up his Throne, it is said that he laid out the best gold upon it; c-crq np1 vvn a-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 vvd av dt js n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1795 so if we would have the crown of life, we must lay out our best parts, so if we would have the crown of life, we must lay out our best parts, av cs pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi av po12 js n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1796 and affections, and endeavours upon it; and affections, and endeavours upon it; cc n2, cc n2 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1797 how sweet should the calling upon God, and the going to Gods house be? what a shame is it, that when such heavenly things, such precious jewels are to be had, people will not come to them, how sweet should the calling upon God, and the going to God's house be? what a shame is it, that when such heavenly things, such precious Jewels Are to be had, people will not come to them, c-crq j vmd dt n-vvg p-acp np1, cc dt vvg p-acp npg1 n1 vbi? q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31, cst c-crq d j n2, d j n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vhn, n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1798 whereas these things should be the sweetest things in the world? if we were carefull of the good of our soules, whereas these things should be the Sweetest things in the world? if we were careful of the good of our Souls, cs d n2 vmd vbi dt js n2 p-acp dt n1? cs pns12 vbdr j pp-f dt j pp-f po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1799 and were affected with Heaven and heavenly things, as we ought to be, we should be tender of this; and were affected with Heaven and heavenly things, as we ought to be, we should be tender of this; cc vbdr vvn p-acp n1 cc j n2, c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi, pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1800 how should we take heed of pride, and covetousness, and any thing that should hinder us of so great salvation? how should we take heed of pride, and covetousness, and any thing that should hinder us of so great salvation? q-crq vmd pns12 vvi n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc d n1 cst vmd vvi pno12 pp-f av j n1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 116 Page 49
1801 Fourthly, Consider, if we be quickned, nothing will be hard; all the difficulty of Religion is over, if a man be quickned: Fourthly, Consider, if we be quickened, nothing will be hard; all the difficulty of Religion is over, if a man be quickened: ord, vvb, cs pns12 vbb vvn, pix vmb vbi j; d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp, cs dt n1 vbi vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1802 for nothing is hard to a willing minde, when a mans heart and soule is set upon it; for nothing is hard to a willing mind, when a men heart and soul is Set upon it; c-acp pix vbz j p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt ng1 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1803 nothing is hard, as the Apostle saith, to him that loves God, His commandements are not grievous; all the difficulty, that we cannot pray, nothing is hard, as the Apostle Says, to him that loves God, His Commandments Are not grievous; all the difficulty, that we cannot pray, pix vbz j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, p-acp pno31 cst vvz np1, po31 n2 vbr xx j; d dt n1, cst pns12 vmbx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1804 and hold our hearts to the Word, and overcome our corruptions, all lieth in the deadnesse of our hearts; and hold our hearts to the Word, and overcome our corruptions, all lies in the deadness of our hearts; cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po12 n2, d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1805 if we would have mastery over our corruptions, if our hearts be dead, we must look for the more toyle, if we would have mastery over our corruptions, if our hearts be dead, we must look for the more toil, cs pns12 vmd vhi n1 p-acp po12 n2, cs po12 n2 vbb j, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt av-dc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1806 as Solomon saith, If the iron be blunt ▪ if a man doth not sharpen the edge, he had need put the more strength to it, Eccles. 10. 10. So when a mans h•art is dull and dead, there is the more difficulty in the overcoming of any lust, in the doing of any good duty, every thing comes hardly off. as Solomon Says, If the iron be blunt ▪ if a man does not sharpen the edge, he had need put the more strength to it, Eccles. 10. 10. So when a men h•art is dull and dead, there is the more difficulty in the overcoming of any lust, in the doing of any good duty, every thing comes hardly off. c-acp np1 vvz, cs dt n1 vbb j ▪ cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1, pns31 vhd n1 vvi dt av-dc n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd av c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz j cc j, pc-acp vbz dt av-dc n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, p-acp dt vdg pp-f d j n1, d n1 vvz av a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1807 Now when a mans heart is quickned, it is like oyle to the wheele, it makes it goe easie; Now when a men heart is quickened, it is like oil to the wheel, it makes it go easy; av c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz pn31 vvi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1808 when a mans heart is quickned up towards God, what is it but that man can do? when a men heart is quickened up towards God, what is it but that man can do? c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp d n1 vmb vdi? (7) treatise (DIV2) 117 Page 49
1809 Fifthly, Consider, If we be quickned, we shall hae a great deale of peace, and joy, and comfort. Fifthly, Consider, If we be quickened, we shall hae a great deal of peace, and joy, and Comfort. ord, vvb, cs pns12 vbb vvn, pns12 vmb fw-la dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 118 Page 49
1810 I may say as the Church in another case, Revive us again, O Lord, and we shall rejoyce in thee, Psal. 85. 6. So I say, I may say as the Church in Another case, Revive us again, Oh Lord, and we shall rejoice in thee, Psalm 85. 6. So I say, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vvb pno12 av, uh n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, np1 crd crd av pns11 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 118 Page 49
1811 if we were revived, if God did quicken our hearts, if we were earnest with him to do it, if we were revived, if God did quicken our hearts, if we were earnest with him to do it, cs pns12 vbdr vvn, cs np1 vdd vvi po12 n2, cs pns12 vbdr j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 118 Page 49
1812 and we could once attain unto it, we should rejoyce in God; those that follow God with an earnest heart; and we could once attain unto it, we should rejoice in God; those that follow God with an earnest heart; cc pns12 vmd a-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1; d cst vvb np1 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 118 Page 49
1813 they have those joyes, which no other can intermeddle with; God gives them unknown comfort, unknown peace, and unknown support; they have those Joys, which no other can intermeddle with; God gives them unknown Comfort, unknown peace, and unknown support; pns32 vhb d n2, r-crq dx j-jn vmb vvi p-acp; np1 vvz pno32 j n1, j n1, cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 118 Page 49
1814 the more a man followes after God, the more he shall partake of God, a man shall have joy unspeakable and glorious. the more a man follows After God, the more he shall partake of God, a man shall have joy unspeakable and glorious. dt av-dc dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, dt av-dc pns31 vmb vvi pp-f np1, dt n1 vmb vhi n1 j cc j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 118 Page 49
1815 Sixthly, We should make all heaven to rejoyce; Sixthly, We should make all heaven to rejoice; j, pns12 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 119 Page 49
1816 when the Father had his prodigal Son come to him, that was before dead, and was now alive, saith he, It is meet we should be glad, Luke 15. 32. So when any poor creature that was dead before to all goodness, is now made alive, when the Father had his prodigal Son come to him, that was before dead, and was now alive, Says he, It is meet we should be glad, Lycia 15. 32. So when any poor creature that was dead before to all Goodness, is now made alive, c-crq dt n1 vhd po31 j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cst vbds a-acp j, cc vbds av j, vvz pns31, pn31 vbz j pns12 vmd vbi j, av crd crd av c-crq d j n1 cst vbds j a-acp p-acp d n1, vbz av vvn j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 119 Page 49
1817 and is quickned up in all the wayes of God, it is even meet that there should be mirth in Heaven, that the Angels in Heaven should rejoyce; and is quickened up in all the ways of God, it is even meet that there should be mirth in Heaven, that the Angels in Heaven should rejoice; cc vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz av j cst a-acp vmd vbi n1 p-acp n1, cst dt n2 p-acp n1 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 119 Page 49
1818 whereas if a man go on in Gods service dully and blockishly, it is as vinegar to the teeth, whereas if a man go on in God's service dully and blockishly, it is as vinegar to the teeth, cs cs dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp npg1 n1 av-j cc av-j, pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 119 Page 50
1819 and smoak to the eys, and the heavens are sad over us. and smoke to the eyes, and the heavens Are sad over us. cc n1 p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 vbr j p-acp pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 119 Page 50
1820 Seventhly, If we were quickned, we should not only do our selves good, but we should do others good too; Seventhly, If we were quickened, we should not only do our selves good, but we should do Others good too; crd, cs pns12 vbdr vvn, pns12 vmd xx av-j vdi po12 n2 j, cc-acp pns12 vmd vdi n2-jn j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1821 we should be earnest to do it; we should be earnest to do it; pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1822 there is an excellent place for this in the story of David; David being marvellously quickned, just as he came from Gath, there met him 400 poor destitute and afflicted men, there is an excellent place for this in the story of David; David being marvellously quickened, just as he Come from Gaza, there met him 400 poor destitute and afflicted men, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 vbg av-j vvn, av c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1, a-acp vvd pno31 crd j j cc j-vvn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1823 and presently he made the 34 Psalm, wherein he saith, O come and taste and see how good the Lord is; and presently he made the 34 Psalm, wherein he Says, Oh come and taste and see how good the Lord is; cc av-j pns31 vvd dt crd n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, uh vvb cc vvi cc vvb c-crq j dt n1 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1824 blessed are they that trust in the Lord: presently he calls upon them to be quickned also. blessed Are they that trust in the Lord: presently he calls upon them to be quickened also. vvn vbr pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1: av-j pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1825 So Paul, when he was quickned up himself, though he were before the Judge, and went upon life and death, So Paul, when he was quickened up himself, though he were before the Judge, and went upon life and death, np1 np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp px31, cs pns31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1826 yet he regarded not that, but he laboured to quicken Agrippa too, insomuch that he made him to cry out, Thou perswadest me almost to become a Christian; yet he regarded not that, but he laboured to quicken Agrippa too, insomuch that he made him to cry out, Thou persuadest me almost to become a Christian; av pns31 vvd xx d, cc-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi np1 av, av cst pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi av, pns21 vv2 pno11 av pc-acp vvi dt njp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1827 and he would not leave him there, but saith he, I would not that thou only, and he would not leave him there, but Says he, I would not that thou only, cc pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 a-acp, cc-acp vvz pns31, pns11 vmd xx cst pns21 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1828 but that all that do hear me this day, were not only almost, but altogether such as I am, excepting these bonds. but that all that do hear me this day, were not only almost, but altogether such as I am, excepting these bonds. cc-acp cst d cst vdb vvi pno11 d n1, vbdr xx av-j av, cc-acp av d c-acp pns11 vbm, vvg d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1829 O, thought he, that all this company were but acquainted with that I feel and finde; Oh, Thought he, that all this company were but acquainted with that I feel and find; uh, vvd pns31, cst d d n1 vbdr p-acp vvn p-acp cst pns11 vvb cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1830 a quickned heart will labour and strive to do good unto others. a quickened heart will labour and strive to do good unto Others. dt vvn n1 vmb vvi cc vvb pc-acp vdi j p-acp n2-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 50
1831 REV. 3. 2. Watch therefore and strengthen the things that remain, that are ready to die, &c. WE told you this Epistle contained three things. REV. 3. 2. Watch Therefore and strengthen the things that remain, that Are ready to die, etc. WE told you this Epistle contained three things. np1. crd crd n1 av cc vvi dt n2 cst vvb, cst vbr j pc-acp vvi, av pns12 vvd pn22 d n1 vvd crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 120 Page 51
1832 First, a Reproof of the most of them in that Church for their grievous sins. Secondly, Remedy to cure them of those sins. First, a Reproof of the most of them in that Church for their grievous Sins. Secondly, Remedy to cure them of those Sins. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt ds pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 j n2. ord, n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 121 Page 51
1833 Thirdly, A Commendation of certain vertues in those persons that were not carried away with the iniquities of those times. Thirdly, A Commendation of certain Virtues in those Persons that were not carried away with the iniquities of those times. ord, dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n2 cst vbdr xx vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 121 Page 51
1834 The Reproof we have spoken of already; and now we are come to the second part, and that is the Remedy; The Reproof we have spoken of already; and now we Are come to the second part, and that is the Remedy; dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn pp-f av; cc av pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt ord n1, cc d vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 121 Page 51
1835 for when Christ doth reprove them, he doth it not for ill will, but for their good and therefore he gives them good directions. for when christ does reprove them, he does it not for ill will, but for their good and Therefore he gives them good directions. p-acp c-crq np1 vdz vvi pno32, pns31 vdz pn31 xx p-acp j-jn n1, cc-acp p-acp po32 j cc av pns31 vvz pno32 j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 121 Page 51
1836 The Remedies he gives this Church are five. The Remedies he gives this Church Are five. dt n2 pns31 vvz d n1 vbr crd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 121 Page 51
1837 The first is, Be w〈 … 〉full, as who should say, This is the reason you goe down the wind, The First is, Be w〈 … 〉full, as who should say, This is the reason you go down the wind, dt ord vbz, vbb n1 … j-u, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz dt n1 pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 122 Page 51
1838 and want life, and are dead and dull in Religion, because you are not watchful. The second Direction is, Strengthen the things that remain: and want life, and Are dead and dull in Religion, Because you Are not watchful. The second Direction is, Strengthen the things that remain: cc vvb n1, cc vbr j cc j p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vbr xx j. dt ord n1 vbz, vvb dt n2 cst vvb: (7) treatise (DIV2) 122 Page 51
1839 as who should say, if you would be careful to fortifie those good things that are in you, you may stand out against these temptations; as who should say, if you would be careful to fortify those good things that Are in you, you may stand out against these temptations; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vvi av p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 123 Page 51
1840 a little grace will go a great way if it be well managed. Now he doth urge this direction three wayes. a little grace will go a great Way if it be well managed. Now he does urge this direction three ways. dt j n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 cs pn31 vbb av vvn. av pns31 vdz vvi d n1 crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 123 Page 51
1841 First because these things they have are but remainders; they had a great deal more once Strengthen the things that do remain; First Because these things they have Are but remainders; they had a great deal more once Strengthen the things that do remain; ord p-acp d n2 pns32 vhb vbr cc-acp n2; pns32 vhd dt j n1 av-dc c-acp vvb dt n2 cst vdb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 123 Page 51
1842 as who should say, all is even almost quite gone; you had a great deal more zeal and forwardnesse; as who should say, all is even almost quite gone; you had a great deal more zeal and forwardness; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz av av av vvn; pn22 vhd dt j n1 dc n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 123 Page 51
1843 but what you have now, is but the remainders and the leavings; therefore it is high time to look about you. but what you have now, is but the remainders and the leavings; Therefore it is high time to look about you. cc-acp r-crq pn22 vhb av, vbz p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2-vvg; av pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22. (7) treatise (DIV2) 123 Page 51
1844 Secondly, Because even those remainders were almost gone too, Stengthen th• thing• that remain, that are ready to die: Secondly, Because even those remainders were almost gone too, Strengthen th• thing• that remain, that Are ready to die: ord, c-acp av d n2 vbdr av vvn av, vvb n1 n1 cst vvb, cst vbr j pc-acp vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 124 Page 51
1845 as who should say, they will be gone too, if you bestir not your selves, and look well to your estates and conditions, as who should say, they will be gone too, if you Bestir not your selves, and look well to your estates and conditions, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns32 vmb vbi vvn av, cs pn22 vvb xx po22 n2, cc vvb av p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 124 Page 51
1846 Thirdly, Because thy works are not perfect; they are nothing else almost but hypocriticall and unsound, I have not found thy works perfect before God. Thirdly, Because thy works Are not perfect; they Are nothing Else almost but hypocritical and unsound, I have not found thy works perfect before God. ord, c-acp po21 n2 vbr xx j; pns32 vbr pix av av p-acp j cc j, pns11 vhb xx vvn po21 n2 j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 125 Page 51
1847 The third Remedy is, Remember how thou hast received and heard, &c. as who should say, consider how thou hast been formerly; The third Remedy is, remember how thou hast received and herd, etc. as who should say, Consider how thou hast been formerly; dt ord n1 vbz, vvb q-crq pns21 vh2 vvn cc vvn, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb c-crq pns21 vh2 vbn av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 126 Page 51
1848 consider how the Word hath been delivered, and how thou hast received it. The fourth Remedy is, Hold fast; as who should say, labour to get up again, Consider how the Word hath been Delivered, and how thou hast received it. The fourth Remedy is, Hold fast; as who should say, labour to get up again, vvb c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn vvn, cc c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn pn31. dt ord n1 vbz, vvb av-j; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 126 Page 51
1849 and hold fast, that the Devil, and the world, and the temptations to sin, may not get away the good things that are in thee, that they may not spoil thee of the good things of God, and hold fast, that the devil, and the world, and the temptations to since, may not get away the good things that Are in thee, that they may not spoil thee of the good things of God, cc vvb av-j, cst dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 p-acp n1, vmb xx vvi av dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno21, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pno21 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 127 Page 51
1850 and of the hope of eternal life. and of the hope of Eternal life. cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 127 Page 51
1851 The fifth Remedy is, Repent; that is, bewail thy selfe, and lament thy unfruitfulnesse, and unwatchfulnesse, The fifth Remedy is, repent; that is, bewail thy self, and lament thy unfruitfulness, and unwatchfulness, dt ord n1 vbz, vvb; cst vbz, vvb po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 128 Page 51
1852 and carelesnesse this way, and humble thy selfe before Almighty God; thou mayst yet have mercy; and carelessness this Way, and humble thy self before Almighty God; thou Mayest yet have mercy; cc n1 d n1, cc vvi po21 n1 p-acp j-jn np1; pns21 vm2 av vhi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 128 Page 51
1853 when a man doth confes〈 … 〉s sins, God is just to forgive them, and is ready to vouchsafe mercy and quickning, and comfort; therefore repent, saith he. when a man does confes〈 … 〉s Sins, God is just to forgive them, and is ready to vouchsafe mercy and quickening, and Comfort; Therefore Repent, Says he. c-crq dt n1 vdz n1 … vbz n2, np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 cc j-vvg, cc n1; av vvb, vvz pns31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 128 Page 51
1854 Well then, the first remedy is to be watchful; Well then, the First remedy is to be watchful; av av, dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 51
1855 to watch, is to be attentive, to be considerative, to look what may doe a man good and what may doe a man hurt, that he may thereafter carry himselfe; to watch, is to be attentive, to be considerative, to look what may do a man good and what may do a man hurt, that he may thereafter carry himself; pc-acp vvi, vbz pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vdi dt n1 j cc r-crq vmb vdi dt n1 n1, cst pns31 vmb av vvi px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1856 it is for a man to have his eyes in his head, to have his wits about him for spiritual things: it is for a man to have his eyes in his head, to have his wits about him for spiritual things: pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vhi po31 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp j n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1857 This is the subject of it, it is properly in the minde and in the heart; This is the Subject of it, it is properly in the mind and in the heart; d vbz dt n-jn pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1858 it is a Metaphor taken from the body; for the body when it is asleep, the senses are lockt up; it is a Metaphor taken from the body; for the body when it is asleep, the Senses Are locked up; pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1; p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz j, dt n2 vbr vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1859 the eye cannot see, the eare cannot hear, they are all wrapt up, they are not lively and operative; the eye cannot see, the ear cannot hear, they Are all wrapped up, they Are not lively and operative; dt n1 vmbx vvi, dt n1 vmbx vvi, pns32 vbr d vvn a-acp, pns32 vbr xx j cc j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1860 but when the body is awake, the senses are all open, the eye can see, and the eare hear, and the senses are ready for every Object; but when the body is awake, the Senses Are all open, the eye can see, and the ear hear, and the Senses Are ready for every Object; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j, dt n2 vbr d j, dt n1 vmb vvi, cc dt n1 vvb, cc dt n2 vbr j p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1861 from hence it is derived to the soules of men, they may be said to sleep or watch; from hence it is derived to the Souls of men, they may be said to sleep or watch; p-acp av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1862 for when the soul is careless and negligent towards a thing, may be dangers are towards a man, for when the soul is careless and negligent towards a thing, may be dangers Are towards a man, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j cc j p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi n2 vbr p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1863 and he doth not fear them, nor study to prevent them; and he does not Fear them, nor study to prevent them; cc pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1864 may be there is a great deal of good coming towards the soule, and he goes drowsily about it the soule now is said to be asleep; may be there is a great deal of good coming towards the soul, and he Goes drowsily about it the soul now is said to be asleep; vmb vbi a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvz av-j p-acp pn31 dt n1 av vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1865 but when the soule lo•ks seriously and consideratively about things, then it is said to watch; but when the soul lo•ks seriously and consideratively about things, then it is said to watch; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j cc av-j p-acp n2, cs pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1866 so that there is a sleep of the soule, and a watch of the soule, so that there is a sleep of the soul, and a watch of the soul, av cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1867 as the Apostle speaks, 1 Th•s. 5 6. So that this watchfulnesse is nothing else but the active prudence of the soule, whereby it stirs up all the faculties to look about, that if any good be towards it, it may get it; as the Apostle speaks, 1 Th•s. 5 6. So that this watchfulness is nothing Else but the active prudence of the soul, whereby it stirs up all the faculties to look about, that if any good be towards it, it may get it; c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd n2. crd crd av cst d n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp d dt n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cst cs d j vbb p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1868 if any danger be towards it, it may abhor it; this is the watchfulness here spoken of; if any danger be towards it, it may abhor it; this is the watchfulness Here spoken of; cs d n1 vbi p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vvi pn31; d vbz dt n1 av vvn pp-f; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1869 for this drowsinesse and sleepinesse is a part of the corruption of our natures, whereby we are marvellous careless of God and eternal life, that though we be in the gall of bitterness, for this drowsiness and sleepiness is a part of the corruption of our nature's, whereby we Are marvellous careless of God and Eternal life, that though we be in the Gall of bitterness, p-acp d n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vbr j j pp-f np1 cc j n1, cst cs pns12 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1870 and by nature the children of wrath, yet this is the corruption of our nature ▪ to look sleepily upon this, that danger may be upon us, and we never observe it; and by nature the children of wrath, yet this is the corruption of our nature ▪ to look sleepily upon this, that danger may be upon us, and we never observe it; cc p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f n1, av d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 ▪ pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d, cst n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12, cc pns12 av-x vvb pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1871 and though there be eternal life to be had, yet we are as it were asleep; and though there be Eternal life to be had, yet we Are as it were asleep; cc cs pc-acp vbi j n1 pc-acp vbi vhn, av pns12 vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1872 we doe not study how to attain it; though there be misery insupportable, and unspeakable, and sure and certain to fall upon us, unlesse we be delivered; we do not study how to attain it; though there be misery insupportable, and unspeakable, and sure and certain to fallen upon us, unless we be Delivered; pns12 vdb xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31; cs pc-acp vbi n1 j, cc j, cc j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vbb vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1873 yet we doe not think of these things, we have no fear at all, or else our hearts are drowsie, yet we do not think of these things, we have no Fear At all, or Else our hearts Are drowsy, av pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f d n2, pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp d, cc av po12 n2 vbr j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1874 and are content to make any thing serve the turn. and Are content to make any thing serve the turn. cc vbr j pc-acp vvi d n1 vvi dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1875 Now when the soule is rowzed up, and made to have a due consideration of these things, Now when the soul is roused up, and made to have a due consideration of these things, av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc vvd pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1876 now is is awakened, now it is watchful. now is is awakened, now it is watchful. av vbz vbz vvn, av pn31 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 129 Page 52
1877 The Point we observe from hence it this, That it is an excellent & soveraign thing for a Christian to watch; The Point we observe from hence it this, That it is an excellent & sovereign thing for a Christian to watch; dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp av pn31 d, cst pn31 vbz dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt njp pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 130 Page 52
1878 and therefore Christ commends it to his disciples, and commends it to all people to the end of the world, Mark 13. 37. •at which I say unto you, I say unto all, watch. and Therefore christ commends it to his Disciples, and commends it to all people to the end of the world, Mark 13. 37. •at which I say unto you, I say unto all, watch. cc av np1 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz pn31 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb crd crd j r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb p-acp d, n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 130 Page 52
1879 Now it is good to watch in five respects. First, In regard of our selves; for our own selves are false unto our selves; Now it is good to watch in five respects. First, In regard of our selves; for our own selves Are false unto our selves; av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n2. ord, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2; p-acp po12 d n2 vbr j p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 130 Page 52
1880 if we be godly men and women, we are two selves; if we be godly men and women, we Are two selves; cs pns12 vbb j n2 cc n2, pns12 vbr crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1881 we have a bad selfe, whereby we are apt to be proud, and carnal, and ungodly in all our wayes, and to forget God; we have a bad self, whereby we Are apt to be proud, and carnal, and ungodly in all our ways, and to forget God; pns12 vhb dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j p-acp d po12 n2, cc pc-acp vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1882 and we have a good selfe, that is better minded. and we have a good self, that is better minded. cc pns12 vhb dt j n1, cst vbz jc vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1883 Now it is an excellent thing, when this good selfe shall watch over this bad sel•e, Now it is an excellent thing, when this good self shall watch over this bad sel•e, av pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1884 and have an eye to it; and have an eye to it; cc vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1885 as if a man had a pilfering servant in his family, would he not watch him, as if a man had a pilfering servant in his family, would he not watch him, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd dt j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmd pns31 xx vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1886 and eye him? would he not watch him what money he had in his house, and eye him? would he not watch him what money he had in his house, cc vvb pno31? vmd pns31 xx vvi pno31 r-crq n1 pns31 vhd p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1887 and observe what is in his house from day to day? So we having such a deceitful selfe about us, we had need to watch continually, and observe what is in his house from day to day? So we having such a deceitful self about us, we had need to watch continually, cc vvb r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1? av pns12 vhg d dt j n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1888 as the Apostle speaks, 2 John 8. Look to these, that we lose not those things, &c. As who should say, you will lose the benefit of all the good things that are in you, as the Apostle speaks, 2 John 8. Look to these, that we loose not those things, etc. As who should say, you will loose the benefit of all the good things that Are in you, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd n1 p-acp d, cst pns12 vvb xx d n2, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1889 if you doe not look to them? there is a thief in thy bosome, a deceiver that will steale and cosen thee of all, if you do not look to them? there is a thief in thy bosom, a deceiver that will steal and Cousin thee of all, cs pn22 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno32? pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, dt n1 cst vmb vvi cc n1 pno21 pp-f d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1890 if thou look not to it. And here first we should watch our own hearts; if thou look not to it. And Here First we should watch our own hearts; cs pns21 vvb xx p-acp pn31. cc av ord pns12 vmd vvi po12 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 131 Page 52
1891 for our own hearts are deceitful, as the Prophet speaks, The heart is deceitful above all things, Jerem. 17. 9. It is very sly; for our own hearts Are deceitful, as the Prophet speaks, The heart is deceitful above all things, Jeremiah 17. 9. It is very sly; p-acp po12 d n2 vbr j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 52
1892 and how easily doth it deceive us, and carry us aside? therefore we had need watch over it, and how Easily does it deceive us, and carry us aside? Therefore we had need watch over it, cc c-crq av-j vdz pn31 vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 av? av pns12 vhd n1 vvi p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 52
1893 as the wise man saith, Prov. 4. 23. Keep thy heart with all diligence. as the wise man Says, Curae 4. 23. Keep thy heart with all diligence. c-acp dt j n1 vvz, np1 crd crd np1 po21 n1 p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 52
1894 If a man were to ride upon a wilde horse, would he not have a care to keep the bridle? would he let the bridle goe? then he would run away and he should hardly catch him again: If a man were to ride upon a wild horse, would he not have a care to keep the bridle? would he let the bridle go? then he would run away and he should hardly catch him again: cs dt n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, vmd pns31 xx vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? vmd pns31 vvi dt n1 vvi? av pns31 vmd vvi av cc pns31 vmd av vvi pno31 av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 53
1895 his business will be hindered and his time spent; his business will be hindered and his time spent; png31 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc po31 n1 vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 53
1896 so it is here, a mans heart is like a wild Colt, like an untamed Hei•er, so it is Here, a men heart is like a wild Colt, like an untamed Hei•er, av pn31 vbz av, dt ng1 n1 vbz av-j dt j n1, av-j dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 53
1897 if a man let it go; a man had need alwayes to have the bridle in his hand; if a man let it go; a man had need always to have the bridle in his hand; cs dt n1 vvb pn31 vvi; dt n1 vhd n1 av pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 53
1898 if a man do not watch it and observe it, and hold it in, it will r•n away and a man cannot catch it again; if a man do not watch it and observe it, and hold it in, it will r•n away and a man cannot catch it again; cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi pn31 cc vvb pn31, cc vvb pn31 p-acp, pn31 vmb vvi av cc dt n1 vmbx vvi pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 53
1899 as a man that is ringing a bell, if he let the rope go, he cannot readily get hold of it again; as a man that is ringing a bell, if he let the rope go, he cannot readily get hold of it again; c-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvg dt n1, cs pns31 vvb dt n1 vvb, pns31 vmbx av-j vvi n1 pp-f pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 53
1900 so a mans heart is slippery, therefore a man had need ever to be watching of it. so a men heart is slippery, Therefore a man had need ever to be watching of it. av dt ng1 n1 vbz j, av dt n1 vhd n1 av pc-acp vbi vvg pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 132 Page 53
1901 Secondly, We had need watch our thoughts? what slippery things are our thoughts if they be upon that which is good? will they be long there? they are now there, now gone again; Secondly, We had need watch our thoughts? what slippery things Are our thoughts if they be upon that which is good? will they be long there? they Are now there, now gone again; ord, pns12 vhd n1 vvi po12 n2? q-crq j n2 vbr po12 n2 cs pns32 vbb p-acp d r-crq vbz j? vmb pns32 vbb av-j a-acp? pns32 vbr av a-acp, av vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 133 Page 53
1902 therefore how careful should we be to hold our thoughts to that which is good? the thoughts are so loose and fickle, Therefore how careful should we be to hold our thoughts to that which is good? the thoughts Are so lose and fickle, av c-crq j vmd pns12 vbi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz j? dt n2 vbr av j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 133 Page 53
1903 and unconstant, and uncertain, that though they be on good things for a minute of an hour, they will be ten times as long upon vain things; and unconstant, and uncertain, that though they be on good things for a minute of an hour, they will be ten times as long upon vain things; cc j, cc j, cst cs pns32 vbb a-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb vbi crd n2 c-acp av-j p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 133 Page 53
1904 there is no trusting of our thoughts, we need not say as David of the men of Keilah, will they deliver me to Saul? will the lusts of my heart deliver me to Satan? nay, they will deliver us, there is no trusting of our thoughts, we need not say as David of the men of Keilah, will they deliver me to Saul? will the Lustiest of my heart deliver me to Satan? nay, they will deliver us, pc-acp vbz dx n-vvg pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp np1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vmb pns32 vvi pno11 p-acp np1? vmb dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 vvb pno11 p-acp np1? uh-x, pns32 vmb vvi pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 133 Page 53
1905 if we watch not over our selves. Thirdly, We should watch over our affections; if we watch not over our selves. Thirdly, We should watch over our affections; cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp po12 n2. ord, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 133 Page 53
1906 they are admirable things, if we set them upon the things that are above, and be watchful to keep them there; they Are admirable things, if we Set them upon the things that Are above, and be watchful to keep them there; pns32 vbr j n2, cs pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 134 Page 53
1907 what admirable advantages are they? they are the wings of the soul to help us in prayer and any good duty we go about; what admirable advantages Are they? they Are the wings of the soul to help us in prayer and any good duty we go about; r-crq j n2 vbr pns32? pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc d j n1 pns12 vvb a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 134 Page 53
1908 they will wipe away the difficulties of the wayes of God; they will wipe away the difficulties of the ways of God; pns32 vmb vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 134 Page 53
1909 but they are marvelous uncertain things, that if we be not alwayes looking to our selves, but they Are marvelous uncertain things, that if we be not always looking to our selves, cc-acp pns32 vbr j j n2, cst cs pns12 vbb xx av vvg p-acp po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 134 Page 53
1910 though our joys and delights, &c. be upon heaven and heavenly things, they will run upon the world again and lose themselves there, though our Joys and delights, etc. be upon heaven and heavenly things, they will run upon the world again and loose themselves there, cs po12 n2 cc n2, av vbb p-acp n1 cc j n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 av cc vvi px32 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 134 Page 53
1911 so that our affections had need to be looked unto. Fourthly, The Conscience had need to be looked unto; so that our affections had need to be looked unto. Fourthly, The Conscience had need to be looked unto; av cst po12 n2 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. ord, dt n1 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 134 Page 53
1912 for though the Conscience be the best part of a man, yet it will •latter us and speak peace to us if we look not to it, where is no peace, for though the Conscience be the best part of a man, yet it will •latter us and speak peace to us if we look not to it, where is no peace, c-acp cs dt n1 vbb dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, av pn31 vmb vvi pno12 cc vvb n1 p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp pn31, q-crq vbz dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 135 Page 53
1913 and will check us very carelessy, and will not hold forth our du•ies nakedly, if we do not watch over it. and will check us very carelessy, and will not hold forth our du•ies nakedly, if we do not watch over it. cc vmb vvi pno12 av j, cc vmb xx vvi av po12 n2 av-j, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 135 Page 53
1914 Fifthly, So again, We should set a watch over our tongues, over our very words that we speak; Fifthly, So again, We should Set a watch over our tongues, over our very words that we speak; ord, av av, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 j n2 cst pns12 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 136 Page 53
1915 as David saith, I will set a watch before the door of my lips, Psa. 41. 3. when a man speaks his words, it is as if he should bend his bow to shoot; as David Says, I will Set a watch before the door of my lips, Psa. 41. 3. when a man speaks his words, it is as if he should bend his bow to shoot; c-acp np1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n2, pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 136 Page 53
1916 now when • man bends his bow to shoot, he had need level well, or else he will not hit the mark; now when • man bends his bow to shoot, he had need level well, or Else he will not hit the mark; av c-crq • n1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vhd n1 vvi av, cc av pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 136 Page 53
1917 so if we be not watchful over the words we speak, we shall speak vainly, and to Gods dishonour; so if we be not watchful over the words we speak, we shall speak vainly, and to God's dishonour; av cs pns12 vbb xx j p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi av-j, cc p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 136 Page 53
1918 therefore saith Solomon, he that keeps his mouth, keeps his own soul ▪ he that watcheth over his lips that he may not offend, watcheth over his own soul. Therefore Says Solomon, he that keeps his Mouth, keeps his own soul ▪ he that watches over his lips that he may not offend, watches over his own soul. av vvz np1, pns31 cst vvz po31 n1, vvz po31 d n1 ▪ pns31 cst vvz p-acp po31 n2 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi, vvz p-acp po31 d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 136 Page 53
1919 Secondly, It is good to watch in regard of the world, for the world will get in and undo u• if we take not heed, Secondly, It is good to watch in regard of the world, for the world will get in and undo u• if we take not heed, ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvb p-acp cc vvi n1 cs pns12 vvb xx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1920 when we are about our callings, when as we let our eyes look upon our wares and commodities, upon our barns or our Cattel, or the like; when we Are about our callings, when as we let our eyes look upon our wares and commodities, upon our Barns or our Cattle, or the like; c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp po12 n2, c-crq c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvb p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp po12 n2 cc po12 n2, cc dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1921 whatsoever comes into our eye is apt to po•son us, and whatsoever we see or touch, whatsoever comes into our eye is apt to po•son us, and whatsoever we see or touch, r-crq vvz p-acp po12 n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12, cc r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1922 or handle is apt to do us mischief; or handle is apt to do us mischief; cc n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi pno12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1923 how many thousands are carried away by their eyes, by what comes into their senses? as Am•ziah cryed out, 2 Chron. 25. 9. What shall do for the hundred talents? he could not lose an hundred talents, how many thousands Are carried away by their eyes, by what comes into their Senses? as Am•ziah cried out, 2 Chronicles 25. 9. What shall do for the hundred Talents? he could not loose an hundred Talents, c-crq d crd vbr vvn av p-acp po32 n2, p-acp r-crq vvz p-acp po32 n2? p-acp np1 vvd av, crd np1 crd crd q-crq vmb vdi p-acp dt crd n2? pns31 vmd xx vvi dt crd n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1924 but his eyes were marvellous eager after them, they were a stumbling block to him, he could not go so freely about the commandments of God for fear he should lose them: but his eyes were marvellous eager After them, they were a stumbling block to him, he could not go so freely about the Commandments of God for Fear he should loose them: cc-acp po31 n2 vbdr j j p-acp pno32, pns32 vbdr dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd xx vvi av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pns31 vmd vvi pno32: (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1925 Demetrius having commings in by his calling, when the word of God shewed what an unwarrantable calling he had, he had rather put off the word of God then his calling; Demetrius having comings in by his calling, when the word of God showed what an unwarrantable calling he had, he had rather put off the word of God then his calling; np1 vhg n2-vvg p-acp p-acp po31 n-vvg, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd r-crq dt j n-vvg pns31 vhd, pns31 vhd av-c vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cs po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1926 O saith he, by this calling we have our gain: So powerful is the world over men, that it can keep men in unwarrantable courses; Oh Says he, by this calling we have our gain: So powerful is the world over men, that it can keep men in unwarrantable courses; uh vvz pns31, p-acp d n-vvg pns12 vhb po12 n1: av j vbz dt n1 p-acp n2, cst pn31 vmb vvi n2 p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1927 the world windes into men and makes their affections earthly; the world winds into men and makes their affections earthly; dt n1 n2 p-acp n2 cc vvz po32 n2 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 53
1928 how many thousands are there that can hardly find any competent time to serve God? they are so taken up with the world when they come to the Ordinances of God; how many thousands Are there that can hardly find any competent time to serve God? they Are so taken up with the world when they come to the Ordinances of God; c-crq d crd vbr a-acp cst vmb av vvi d j n1 pc-acp vvi np1? pns32 vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1929 their hearts are so spent upon the world, that the Ordinances cannot work upon them; their hearts Are so spent upon the world, that the Ordinances cannot work upon them; po32 n2 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst dt n2 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1930 therefore had not a man n•e• to watch over himself? as a man that eats fish may choak himself if he take not heed; Therefore had not a man n•e• to watch over himself? as a man that eats Fish may choke himself if he take not heed; av vhd xx dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31? p-acp dt n1 cst vvz n1 vmb vvi px31 cs pns31 vvb xx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1931 so our Saviour tells us, that the cares of this world are ch•aking things; so our Saviour tells us, that the Cares of this world Are ch•aking things; av po12 n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvg n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1932 a man had need be careful how he speaks of the world, and thinks of the world, a man had need be careful how he speaks of the world, and thinks of the world, dt n1 vhd n1 vbi j c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1, cc vvz pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1933 for fear he be made listless and hear•less to the things of God; for Fear he be made listless and hear•less to the things of God; p-acp n1 pns31 vbb vvn j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1934 this is the reason why people have no more heart for heaven, because they do not watch against the world, the world poysons and choaks them; this is the reason why people have no more heart for heaven, Because they do not watch against the world, the world poisons and chokes them; d vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 vhb dx dc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 n2 cc vvz pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1935 let a man have never so sweet dispositions, and be never so awakened and star•ed ▪ yet if he give way to the world, let a man have never so sweet dispositions, and be never so awakened and star•ed ▪ yet if he give Way to the world, vvb dt n1 vhb av-x av j n2, cc vbb av-x av vvn cc j-vvn ▪ av cs pns31 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1936 and the things of the world, his heart will be taken off again from these things. and the things of the world, his heart will be taken off again from these things. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av p-acp d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 137 Page 54
1937 Thirdly, It is good to watch in regard of the Divel, in regard of Satan; it is the Apostles own exhortation, 1 Pet. 5. 8 be vigilant and sober; Thirdly, It is good to watch in regard of the devil, in regard of Satan; it is the Apostles own exhortation, 1 Pet. 5. 8 be vigilant and Sobrium; ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f np1; pn31 vbz dt n2 d n1, crd np1 crd crd vbb j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 138 Page 54
1938 for your adversary the Divel goeth up and down like a roaring Lyon, seeking whom he may devour. for your adversary the devil Goes up and down like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. p-acp po22 n1 dt n1 vvz a-acp cc a-acp av-j dt j-vvg n1, vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 138 Page 54
1939 Consider first what a subtle enemy he is; Consider First what a subtle enemy he is; vvi ord r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1940 if a man were to deal with a subtle enemy, he would watch and have a care of himself, if a man were to deal with a subtle enemy, he would watch and have a care of himself, cs dt n1 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmd vvi cc vhb dt n1 pp-f px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1941 lest he should have advantage against him; he would think with himself, There is some mischief intended towards me; lest he should have advantage against him; he would think with himself, There is Some mischief intended towards me; cs pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno31; pns31 vmd vvi p-acp px31, pc-acp vbz d n1 vvd p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1942 he would look to all his wayes, lest a snare should be laid for him; he would look to all his ways, lest a snare should be laid for him; pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d po31 n2, cs dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1943 when David knew that Saul dealt subtilly with him, you see how he looked to himself, he scouted everywhere, that Saul could come nowhere but David looked to himself; when David knew that Saul dealt subtly with him, you see how he looked to himself, he scouted everywhere, that Saul could come nowhere but David looked to himself; c-crq np1 vvd cst np1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31, pn22 vvb c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31, pns31 vvd av, cst np1 vmd vvi av p-acp np1 vvd p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1944 he was very careful of himself, so that Saul saith, I hear he deals subtilly: So it were good that the Divel heard that we dealt subtilly; he was very careful of himself, so that Saul Says, I hear he deals subtly: So it were good that the devil herd that we dealt subtly; pns31 vbds av j pp-f px31, av cst np1 vvz, pns11 vvb pns31 vvz av-j: av pn31 vbdr j cst dt n1 vvd cst pns12 vvd av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1945 for he deals subtilly with us, and collogues, and colours, and varnisheth; in matters of evil, he sets the best side outward; for he deals subtly with us, and collogues, and colours, and varnisheth; in matters of evil, he sets the best side outward; c-acp pns31 vvz av-j p-acp pno12, cc n2, cc n2, cc vvz; p-acp n2 pp-f n-jn, pns31 vvz dt js n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1946 and in matters of good, the worst side outwards; and in matters of good, the worst side outward; cc p-acp n2 pp-f j, dt js n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1947 if any good be to be done, he labours to make a man dead in the doing of it; if any good be to be done, he labours to make a man dead in the doing of it; cs d j vbb pc-acp vbi vdn, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1948 if any thing be sinful he hides the danger of it, and shews a man nothing but the pleasure and delight and profit of it, if any thing be sinful he hides the danger of it, and shows a man nothing but the pleasure and delight and profit of it, cs d n1 vbi j pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvz dt n1 pix cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1949 and a man shall see nothing else almost; and a man shall see nothing Else almost; cc dt n1 vmb vvi pix av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1950 the Divel is so subtle that he knows what we delight in ▪ and where he may have us; the devil is so subtle that he knows what we delight in ▪ and where he may have us; dt n1 vbz av j cst pns31 vvz r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp ▪ cc c-crq pns31 vmb vhi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1951 he knows what sins we are prone to, and where he may get us; he knows what will hit our humour best, he knows what will like us best; he knows what Sins we Are prove to, and where he may get us; he knows what will hit our humour best, he knows what will like us best; pns31 vvz r-crq n2 pns12 vbr j p-acp, cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno12; pns31 vvz r-crq vmb vvi po12 n1 js, pns31 vvz r-crq vmb vvi pno12 av-js; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1952 there was but one passage wherein Peter was naked, and the Divel caught him there; there was but one passage wherein Peter was naked, and the devil caught him there; pc-acp vbds p-acp crd n1 c-crq np1 vbds j, cc dt n1 vvd pno31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1953 if he had taken any other course, a hundred to one but he had withstood him; if he had taken any other course, a hundred to one but he had withstood him; cs pns31 vhd vvn d j-jn n1, dt crd p-acp crd cc-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1954 he seeth where the water is low, and there he leaps over; therefore how careful should we be when he is so subtle? he sees where the water is low, and there he leaps over; Therefore how careful should we be when he is so subtle? pns31 vvz c-crq dt n1 vbz j, cc a-acp pns31 vvz a-acp; av c-crq j vmd pns12 vbi c-crq pns31 vbz av j? (7) treatise (DIV2) 139 Page 54
1955 Secondly, Consider how diligent he is; he is ever trudging up and down from place to place; Secondly, Consider how diligent he is; he is ever trudging up and down from place to place; ord, vvb c-crq j pns31 vbz; pns31 vbz av vvg a-acp cc a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1956 as Saul hunted David up and down Town and Coun••, so the Divel hunts up and down; as Saul hunted David up and down Town and Coun••, so the devil hunt's up and down; c-acp np1 vvn np1 a-acp cc a-acp n1 cc np1, av dt n1 vvz a-acp cc a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1957 all places are full of him, the streets, the market, the house, the fields, our beds and clos•ts, our Pulpits; all places Are full of him, the streets, the market, the house, the fields, our Beds and clos•ts, our Pulpits; d n2 vbr j pp-f pno31, dt n2, dt n1, dt n1, dt n2, po12 n2 cc n2, po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1958 wheresoever we are, he will be sure to be there too; he is diligent to follow us everywhere; wheresoever we Are, he will be sure to be there too; he is diligent to follow us everywhere; c-crq pns12 vbr, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vbi a-acp av; pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1959 now if we do not watch we shall be caught by him; now if we do not watch we shall be caught by him; av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1960 we may say o• Satan in some sense, as David of the spirit of God, whether shall I go from thy spirit, we may say o• Satan in Some sense, as David of the Spirit of God, whither shall I go from thy Spirit, pns12 vmb vvi n1 np1 p-acp d n1, c-acp np1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cs vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1961 and whether shall I flee from thy presence? &c. so, whether shall we go from Satan? we can go nowhere but he will follow us; and whither shall I flee from thy presence? etc. so, whither shall we go from Satan? we can go nowhere but he will follow us; cc cs vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po21 n1? av av, cs vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1? pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1962 he is as busie as a fly about a bald head; though they be beaten off again and again, yet they will come again; he is as busy as a fly about a bald head; though they be beaten off again and again, yet they will come again; pns31 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; cs pns32 vbb vvn a-acp av cc av, av pns32 vmb vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1963 though our Saviour Christ beat him off, yet he comes again and again, and hath more and more flings at him; though our Saviour christ beatrice him off, yet he comes again and again, and hath more and more flings At him; cs po12 n1 np1 vvd pno31 a-acp, av pns31 vvz av cc av, cc vhz dc cc dc vvz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1964 nay, he set Peter to tempt Christ: He rangeth over all the earth, therefore we had need watch. Thirdly, Consider his strength; nay, he Set Peter to tempt christ: He rangeth over all the earth, Therefore we had need watch. Thirdly, Consider his strength; uh-x, pns31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi np1: pns31 vvz p-acp d dt n1, av pns12 vhd n1 vvi. ord, vvb po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 140 Page 54
1965 he is a strong enemy, he is the strong man, Mat. 12. 29. 'tis true, notwithstanding all his strength, he cannot force us to sin, he can but say as he did to Christ, cast thy self down; he can but say lye, he is a strong enemy, he is the strong man, Mathew 12. 29. it's true, notwithstanding all his strength, he cannot force us to since, he can but say as he did to christ, cast thy self down; he can but say lie, pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz j, c-acp d po31 n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pno12 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb p-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp np1, vvb po21 n1 a-acp; pns31 vmb cc-acp vvb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 141 Page 54
1966 and covet, &c. he cannot force a man; and covet, etc. he cannot force a man; cc vvi, av pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 141 Page 54
1967 nay, whatsoever he puts into us, it is not a sin if we give not way to it; nay, whatsoever he puts into us, it is not a since if we give not Way to it; uh-x, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 cs pns12 vvb xx n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 141 Page 54
1968 a man may put it out again if he will; he did but provoke David to number the people, he might have resisted it; he cannot force a man; a man may put it out again if he will; he did but provoke David to number the people, he might have resisted it; he cannot force a man; dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 av av cs pns31 vmb; pns31 vdd p-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn pn31; pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 141 Page 55
1969 but yet he is a strong enemy, and comes with fiery darts; and he is strong in regard of our lusts and corruptions that are so strong; there lies the Divels strength; but yet he is a strong enemy, and comes with fiery darts; and he is strong in regard of our Lustiest and corruptions that Are so strong; there lies the Devils strength; cc-acp av pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2; cc pns31 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2 cst vbr av j; pc-acp vvz dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 141 Page 55
1970 he hath that in our own bosomes that is so mightily on his side; therefore we had need to watch. he hath that in our own bosoms that is so mightily on his side; Therefore we had need to watch. pns31 vhz d p-acp po12 d n2 cst vbz av av-j p-acp po31 n1; av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 141 Page 55
1971 Fourthly, Again, Consider the malice of this enemy; Fourthly, Again, Consider the malice of this enemy; ord, av, vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 142 Page 55
1972 he is the enemy that doth it, as the Apostle Peter saith, your adversary the Divel; he is an adversary NONLATINALPHABET, his temptations may be overthrown, he is the enemy that does it, as the Apostle Peter Says, your adversary the devil; he is an adversary, his temptations may be overthrown, pns31 vbz dt n1 cst vdz pn31, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, po22 n1 dt n1; pns31 vbz dt n1, po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 142 Page 55
1973 but his malice can never be overthrown; but his malice can never be overthrown; cc-acp po31 n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 142 Page 55
1974 a man can never make his peace with him, so long as he lives in this world; a man can never make his peace with him, so long as he lives in this world; dt n1 vmb av-x vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31, av av-j c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 142 Page 55
1975 he is like a frenzy man, as 'tis said, he is full of wrath, knowing his time is short. he is like a frenzy man, as it's said, he is full of wrath, knowing his time is short. pns31 vbz av-j dt n1 n1, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn, pns31 vbz j pp-f n1, vvg po31 n1 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 142 Page 55
1976 Fifthly, Again, Consider the Divel hath nothing else to do; if the enemy had something else to do, a man might be the less careful; Fifthly, Again, Consider the devil hath nothing Else to do; if the enemy had something Else to do, a man might be the less careful; ord, av, vvb dt n1 vhz pix av pc-acp vdi; cs dt n1 vhd pi av pc-acp vdi, dt n1 vmd vbi dt av-dc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 143 Page 55
1977 as it was a comfort to David that Saul had something else to do; as it was a Comfort to David that Saul had something Else to do; c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp np1 cst np1 vhd pi av pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 143 Page 55
1978 when Saul was on one side of the mountain, David on the other, because he had something else to do, the Phil••mes invaded his land, this took him away; when Saul was on one side of the mountain, David on the other, Because he had something Else to do, the Phil••mes invaded his land, this took him away; c-crq np1 vbds p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp pns31 vhd pi av pc-acp vdi, dt vvz vvd po31 n1, d vvd pno31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 143 Page 55
1979 but the Divel hath nothing to employ his time about but only to watch to do mischief; but the devil hath nothing to employ his time about but only to watch to do mischief; cc-acp dt n1 vhz pix pc-acp vvi po31 n1 a-acp p-acp j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 143 Page 55
1980 therefore we had need be wondrous watchful over our selves. Fourthly, It is good to watch in regard of the wicked, the Divels instruments; Therefore we had need be wondrous watchful over our selves. Fourthly, It is good to watch in regard of the wicked, the Devils Instruments; av pns12 vhd n1 vbi j j p-acp po12 n2. ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt j, dt ng1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 143 Page 55
1981 and where shall we not meet with them? we must go out of the world, and where shall we not meet with them? we must go out of the world, cc q-crq vmb pns12 xx vvi p-acp pno32? pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1982 if we will go where the are not ▪ they are everywhere: if we will go where the Are not ▪ they Are everywhere: cs pns12 vmb vvi c-crq dt vbr xx ▪ pns32 vbr av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1983 Now if we do not watch, it is impossible for us to walk up and down in the world, Now if we do not watch, it is impossible for us to walk up and down in the world, av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1984 but we shall be surprized and learn their works ▪ how many thousands are poysoned with the errours of the wicked for want of watchfulness? the Galathians, if they had watched, they had never been drawn from the truth; but we shall be surprised and Learn their works ▪ how many thousands Are poisoned with the errors of the wicked for want of watchfulness? the Galatians, if they had watched, they had never been drawn from the truth; cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi po32 n2 ▪ c-crq d crd vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp n1 pp-f n1? dt np2, cs pns32 vhd vvn, pns32 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1985 so for practical errours, how many cursed principles get into mens heart• •nd appear in their lives? that such kind of Religion is good Religion; so for practical errors, how many cursed principles get into men's heart• •nd appear in their lives? that such kind of Religion is good Religion; av p-acp j n2, c-crq d j-vvn n2 vvb p-acp ng2 n1 vvb vvi p-acp po32 n2? cst d n1 pp-f n1 vbz j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1986 that such kind of faith is good faith; they have abundandance of cursed principles: that such kind of faith is good faith; they have abundandance of cursed principles: cst d n1 pp-f n1 vbz j n1; pns32 vhb n1 pp-f j-vvn n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1987 Now if we look not to our selves, how shall we be carried away, as the Apostle saith, 2 Pet. 3. 17. •o may be thou art in a wicked family, Now if we look not to our selves, how shall we be carried away, as the Apostle Says, 2 Pet. 3. 17. •o may be thou art in a wicked family, av cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp po12 n2, q-crq vmb pns12 vbi vvn av, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd n1 vmb vbi pns21 vb2r p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1988 as Lot in Sodom; now I say it is impossible for thee to stand in such a place• but thou shalt be hooked in, in an horrible manner; as Lot in Sodom; now I say it is impossible for thee to stand in such a place• but thou shalt be hooked in, in an horrible manner; c-acp n1 p-acp np1; av pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 cc-acp pns21 vm2 vbi j-vvn p-acp, p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1989 the Apostle pure a chiefly upon the Saints in Caesars house, Phil. 4 12 chiefly those that are of C•sars houshold; it is a wonder of wonders there should be Saints in Caesars house; the Apostle pure a chiefly upon the Saints in Caesars house, Philip 4 12 chiefly those that Are of C•sars household; it is a wonder of wonders there should be Saints in Caesars house; dt n1 j av av-jn p-acp dt n2 p-acp npg1 n1, np1 crd crd av-jn d cst vbr pp-f npg1 n1; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vmd vbi n2 p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1990 it is impossible for a man to be among the wicked, to have wicked neighbours and companions, it is impossible for a man to be among the wicked, to have wicked neighbours and Sodales, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j, pc-acp vhi j n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1991 but he shall be drawn away by them, if he be not watchful over his own soul. but he shall be drawn away by them, if he be not watchful over his own soul. cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vbb xx j p-acp po31 d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 144 Page 55
1992 Fifthly, It is good to watch in regard of good things. I speak to the Saints of God. Fifthly, It is good to watch in regard of good things. I speak to the Saints of God. ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f j n2. pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 145 Page 55
1993 First, It is good to watch in regard of our graces; First, It is good to watch in regard of our graces; ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 146 Page 55
1994 look what grace a man hath, it is as a precious jewel, and thou mayst lose it if thou be not watchful; look what grace a man hath, it is as a precious jewel, and thou Mayest loose it if thou be not watchful; vvb r-crq n1 dt n1 vhz, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc pns21 vm2 vvi pn31 cs pns21 vbb xx j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 146 Page 55
1995 thou mayst los• a great deal of faith, and quickning, and heavenly mindedness, or anygood that is in thee, thou mayst lose a great deal of it, thou Mayest los• a great deal of faith, and quickening, and heavenly Mindedness, or anygood that is in thee, thou Mayest loose a great deal of it, pns21 vm2 n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc j-vvg, cc j n1, cc j cst vbz p-acp pno21, pns21 vm2 vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 146 Page 55
1996 if thou look not well to it: if thou look not well to it: cs pns21 vvb xx av p-acp pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 146 Page 55
1997 As a sheep that hath a great deal of wool, if she go among briars and thorns, As a sheep that hath a great deal of wool, if she go among briers and thorns, c-acp dt n1 cst vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vvb p-acp n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 146 Page 55
1998 how soon may a great deal of it be torn off? so a poor creature that walks in the world among so many briars and thorns, among so many temptations, he may have all good things rent away if he look not to it; how soon may a great deal of it be torn off? so a poor creature that walks in the world among so many briers and thorns, among so many temptations, he may have all good things rend away if he look not to it; c-crq av vmb dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbb vvn a-acp? av dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp av d n2 cc n2, p-acp av d n2, pns31 vmb vhi d j n2 vvn av cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 146 Page 55
1999 if a man had a great deal of money in his purse, and were among cut •urses & cheaters, would not a man have an eye about him? it is said of a godly one, 1 John 5 18. he keeps himself, &c. he looks what he hath and carries about him, that he may not lose it. if a man had a great deal of money in his purse, and were among Cut •urses & cheaters, would not a man have an eye about him? it is said of a godly one, 1 John 5 18. he keeps himself, etc. he looks what he hath and carries about him, that he may not loose it. cs dt n1 vhd dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vbdr p-acp vvn n2 cc n2, vmd xx dt n1 vhi dt n1 p-acp pno31? pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j pi, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvz px31, av pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vhz cc vvz p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 146 Page 55
2000 Again, We should watch our graces, to encrease our graces, and strengthen them; watchfulness is an excellent thing to strengthen grace; Again, We should watch our graces, to increase our graces, and strengthen them; watchfulness is an excellent thing to strengthen grace; av, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvi pno32; n1 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 147 Page 55
2001 as it is in the Text, watch, and strengthen the things that remain; as it is in the Text, watch, and strengthen the things that remain; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, vvb, cc vvi dt n2 cst vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 147 Page 55
2002 whereas if a man do not watch, his graces will dye and decay, every temptation will overcome him; whereas if a man do not watch, his graces will die and decay, every temptation will overcome him; cs cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi, po31 n2 vmb vvi cc vvi, d n1 vmb vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 147 Page 56
2003 now we have need of more grace, though we be mortified, and lively, and fear God, now we have need of more grace, though we be mortified, and lively, and Fear God, av pns12 vhb n1 pp-f dc n1, cs pns12 vbb vvn, cc j, cc vvb np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 147 Page 56
2004 and regard his name, and are humble, &c. yet we had need be more humble, and more vile in our own eyes; and regard his name, and Are humble, etc. yet we had need be more humble, and more vile in our own eyes; cc vvi po31 n1, cc vbr j, av av pns12 vhd n1 vbi av-dc j, cc av-dc j p-acp po12 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 147 Page 56
2005 now, how can we have this unless we be watchful? the Apostle therefore when he had called upon Christians to be watchful, in the next words saith he, grow in grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. for if a man be watchful, it is the way to grow. now, how can we have this unless we be watchful? the Apostle Therefore when he had called upon Christians to be watchful, in the next words Says he, grow in grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. for if a man be watchful, it is the Way to grow. av, q-crq vmb pns12 vhi d cs pns12 vbb j? dt n1 av c-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp dt ord n2 vvz pns31, vvb p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp cs dt n1 vbi j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 147 Page 56
2006 Thirdly, We should watch our graces that we may work with them, and exercise them, Thirdly, We should watch our graces that we may work with them, and exercise them, ord, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 148 Page 56
2007 and improve them upon all occasions, we should watch all opportunities to occupie with our talents; and improve them upon all occasions, we should watch all opportunities to occupy with our Talents; cc vvb pno32 p-acp d n2, pns12 vmd vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 148 Page 56
2008 it is said that God will have his people to seek good, Amos 5. 14. to seek how to do good from day to day; it is said that God will have his people to seek good, Amos 5. 14. to seek how to do good from day to day; pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp vvb j, np1 crd crd p-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vdi j p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 148 Page 56
2009 so we should watch all opportunities to do good, and to stand for God, and glorifie his name, so we should watch all opportunities to do good, and to stand for God, and Glorify his name, av pns12 vmd vvi d n2 pc-acp vdi j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 148 Page 56
2010 and adorn the Gospel that we professe; and adorn the Gospel that we profess; cc vvi dt n1 cst pns12 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 148 Page 56
2011 opportunities do not come so often, we had need take them when they come, they are precious things; opportunities do not come so often, we had need take them when they come, they Are precious things; n2 vdb xx vvi av av, pns12 vhd n1 vvi pno32 c-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vbr j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 148 Page 56
2012 now if we do not watch, God will many times tender us these things, and we shall have no heart to them. now if we do not watch, God will many times tender us these things, and we shall have no heart to them. av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, np1 vmb d n2 vvb pno12 d n2, cc pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 148 Page 56
2013 Secondly, It is good to watch all good duties; Secondly, It is good to watch all good duties; ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 149 Page 56
2014 What is the reason that people pray no better, hear no better, draw neer to Gods table and partake of the Sacrament no better, they get no power against sin, no power against corruption? it is because they do these things without watchfulness, Mat. 26. 41. Christ saith, watch unto prayer; we must be watchful if we will get good by the Ordinances of God. What is the reason that people pray no better, hear no better, draw near to God's table and partake of the Sacrament no better, they get no power against since, no power against corruption? it is Because they do these things without watchfulness, Mathew 26. 41. christ Says, watch unto prayer; we must be watchful if we will get good by the Ordinances of God. q-crq vbz dt n1 cst n1 vvb av-dx av-jc, vvb av-dx av-jc, vvb av-j p-acp npg1 n1 cc vvi pp-f dt n1 av-dx av-jc, pns32 vvb dx n1 p-acp n1, dx n1 p-acp n1? pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vdb d n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd np1 vvz, vvb p-acp n1; pns12 vmb vbi j cs pns12 vmb vvi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 149 Page 56
2015 First, We should watch before the duty; when we are going to prayer, and going to Gods courts, we should be watchful; First, We should watch before the duty; when we Are going to prayer, and going to God's Courts, we should be watchful; ord, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1; c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp npg1 n2, pns12 vmd vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 150 Page 56
2016 a prudent man looks well to his going, Prov. 14. 15. wheresoever he goeth he looks well about him, that he may observe all circumstances; a prudent man looks well to his going, Curae 14. 15. wheresoever he Goes he looks well about him, that he may observe all Circumstances; dt j n1 vvz av p-acp po31 n-vvg, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz av p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 150 Page 56
2017 how many thousand lets and impediments are there? which if a man take not off aforehand he cannot perform the duty aright; how many thousand lets and impediments Are there? which if a man take not off aforehand he cannot perform the duty aright; c-crq d crd n2 cc n2 vbr a-acp? r-crq cs dt n1 vvb xx a-acp av pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 150 Page 56
2018 if we had been watchful we might have done the duty better a great deal. Secondly, We should be watchful in the duty; if we had been watchful we might have done the duty better a great deal. Secondly, We should be watchful in the duty; cs pns12 vhd vbn j pns12 vmd vhi vdn dt n1 vvi dt j n1. ord, pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 150 Page 56
2019 when we call upon God, we should take heed how we come into his presence; when we call upon God, we should take heed how we come into his presence; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vvi n1 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 151 Page 56
2020 when we hear the Word, we should be careful that we be not carried away with vile thoughts, when we hear the Word, we should be careful that we be not carried away with vile thoughts, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1, pns12 vmd vbi j cst pns12 vbb xx vvn av p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 151 Page 56
2021 nor suffer any thing to attempt us when we are about any good duty; nor suffer any thing to attempt us when we Are about any good duty; ccx vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 151 Page 56
2022 the Divel will be about us to interrupt us, therefore we had need be watchful against him. the devil will be about us to interrupt us, Therefore we had need be watchful against him. dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno12, av pns12 vhd n1 vbi j p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 151 Page 56
2023 Again, We should watch after the duty, that we may not lose the fruit and benefit of it; Again, We should watch After the duty, that we may not loose the fruit and benefit of it; av, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 152 Page 56
2024 most people when they have been at the Ordinances of God; are as if they had not been there; most people when they have been At the Ordinances of God; Are as if they had not been there; ds n1 c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; vbr c-acp cs pns32 vhd xx vbn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 152 Page 56
2025 when they have been at prayer, as far from power against sin, and drawing mercy down from heaven, when they have been At prayer, as Far from power against since, and drawing mercy down from heaven, c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp n1, c-acp av-j p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvg n1 a-acp p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 152 Page 56
2026 as if they had never been down upon their knees. Thirdly, It is good to watch in regard of God. as if they had never been down upon their knees. Thirdly, It is good to watch in regard of God. c-acp cs pns32 vhd av-x vbn a-acp p-acp po32 n2. ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 152 Page 56
2027 First, Sometimes God comes with motions, and draws nearer to us then he doth at other times; First, Sometime God comes with motions, and draws nearer to us then he does At other times; ord, av np1 vvz p-acp n2, cc vvz av-jc p-acp pno12 cs pns31 vdz p-acp n-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 154 Page 56
2028 therefore now we had need take hold of them, Isa. 55. 6. call ye upon him while he is neer; Therefore now we had need take hold of them, Isaiah 55. 6. call you upon him while he is near; av av pns12 vhd n1 vvi n1 pp-f pno32, np1 crd crd vvi pn22 p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vbz av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 154 Page 56
2029 as who should say, sometimes God is neerer then at other times; as who should say, sometime God is nearer then At other times; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av np1 vbz jc cs p-acp j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 154 Page 56
2030 O now have your eyes in your heads, and let not God go, but make use of this; Oh now have your eyes in your Heads, and let not God go, but make use of this; uh av vhb po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb xx np1 vvi, cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 154 Page 56
2031 if ever God speaks to our souls, or open our eyes, let us make use of these things, if ever God speaks to our Souls, or open our eyes, let us make use of these things, cs av np1 vvz p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2, vvb pno12 vvi n1 pp-f d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 154 Page 56
2032 and be up and a doing, lest they slip away from us. Secondly, Sometimes God doth extraordinarily help us, and give us extraordinary favours; and be up and a doing, lest they slip away from us. Secondly, Sometime God does extraordinarily help us, and give us extraordinary favours; cc vbi a-acp cc av vdg, cs pns32 vvb av p-acp pno12. ord, av np1 vdz av-j vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 154 Page 56
2033 let us watch those favours, for then the Divel is most busie; when God doth any notable thing for us, when he gives us peace, or joy, let us watch those favours, for then the devil is most busy; when God does any notable thing for us, when he gives us peace, or joy, vvb pno12 vvi d n2, c-acp cs dt n1 vbz av-ds j; c-crq np1 vdz d j n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 155 Page 56
2034 or comforts or power against sin, or whatsoever it be, then Satan is most busie; or comforts or power against since, or whatsoever it be, then Satan is most busy; cc n2 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc r-crq pn31 vbi, cs np1 vbz av-ds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 155 Page 56
2035 so soon as Christ had that extraordinary favour from his Father, to be owned from heaven before all the standers by, This is my beloved son &c. The next newes we hear of, he had a terrible assault by Satan; so soon as christ had that extraordinary favour from his Father, to be owned from heaven before all the standers by, This is my Beloved son etc. The next news we hear of, he had a terrible assault by Satan; av av c-acp np1 vhd d j n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi j-vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n2 p-acp, d vbz po11 j-vvn n1 av dt ord n1 pns12 vvb pp-f, pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 155 Page 57
2036 when God had shewed great favour to Saint Paul, in wraping him up into the third Heaven, the next thing he met with, was Satan to buffet him. when God had showed great favour to Saint Paul, in wrapping him up into the third Heaven, the next thing he met with, was Satan to buffet him. c-crq np1 vhd vvn j n1 p-acp n1 np1, p-acp vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, dt ord n1 pns31 vvd p-acp, vbds np1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 155 Page 57
2037 Thirdly, Sometime God doth punish us and afflict us: Thirdly, Sometime God does Punish us and afflict us: ord, av np1 vdz vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12: (7) treatise (DIV2) 156 Page 57
2038 now how should we watch to get good by our afflictions? This is the reason that afflictions, now how should we watch to get good by our afflictions? This is the reason that afflictions, av q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi j p-acp po12 n2? d vbz dt n1 cst n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 156 Page 57
2039 and crosses, and distresses are so often among us, and do no good; it is for •ant of watchfulness. and Crosses, and Distresses Are so often among us, and do no good; it is for •ant of watchfulness. cc n2, cc n2 vbr av av p-acp pno12, cc vdb dx j; pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 156 Page 57
2040 Is it so, that it is good to watch? Then how may we lament the horrible neglect of this duty? I speak not to drunkards and prophane persons; Is it so, that it is good to watch? Then how may we lament the horrible neglect of this duty? I speak not to drunkards and profane Persons; vbz pn31 av, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi? av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1? pns11 vvb xx p-acp n2 cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2041 no wonder though they doe not watch; no wonder though they do not watch; dx n1 cs pns32 vdb xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2042 neither doe I speak to the common sort of Christians, that content themselves with civility and fair carriage; neither do I speak to the Common sort of Christians, that content themselves with civility and fair carriage; av-dx vdb pns11 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst vvb px32 p-acp n1 cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2043 but I speak to those that are of the better sort; but I speak to those that Are of the better sort; cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d cst vbr pp-f dt jc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2044 how horribly is this duty laid aside? this is the reason of the want of grace, how horribly is this duty laid aside? this is the reason of the want of grace, c-crq av-j vbz d n1 vvd av? d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2045 and that people go down the wind, and that there are so many Apostates and Decliners; and that people go down the wind, and that there Are so many Apostates and Decliners; cc d n1 vvb a-acp dt n1, cc cst a-acp vbr av d n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2046 and this is the reason that so many become very unsavoury and unfruitful in their lives; and this is the reason that so many become very unsavoury and unfruitful in their lives; cc d vbz dt n1 cst av av-d vvn av j cc j p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2047 the reason is because they do not watch; the reason is Because they do not watch; dt n1 vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2048 what drowsie thoughts have we to be delivered from the wrath of God? what lumpish, heartlesse care have we to doe good duties? This is the reason of the vanity of our minds, what drowsy thoughts have we to be Delivered from the wrath of God? what lumpish, heartless care have we to do good duties? This is the reason of the vanity of our minds, r-crq j n2 vhb pns12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? q-crq j, j n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vdi j n2? d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2049 and the hardness of our hearts, and that so little good is done by preaching among us, because people doe not watch. and the hardness of our hearts, and that so little good is done by preaching among us, Because people do not watch. cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc cst av j j vbz vdn p-acp vvg p-acp pno12, c-acp n1 vdb xx vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2050 When you sow your corn, you set hullers to drive away the fowls: When you sow your corn, you Set hullers to drive away the fowls: c-crq pn22 vvb po22 n1, pn22 vvb n2 pc-acp vvi av dt n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2051 so why doe you not set up hullers, a watch over your own hearts, that so if temptations come to pick away the Word, so why do you not Set up hullers, a watch over your own hearts, that so if temptations come to pick away the Word, av q-crq vdb pn22 xx vvi a-acp n2, dt n1 p-acp po22 d n2, cst av cs n2 vvb pc-acp vvi av dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2052 and the benefit of it, you may resist them? how should we labour to hide the Word in our hearts, that it may do us good? and the benefit of it, you may resist them? how should we labour to hide the Word in our hearts, that it may do us good? cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn22 vmb vvi pno32? q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, cst pn31 vmb vdi pno12 j? (7) treatise (DIV2) 157 Page 57
2053 The second Use is to exhort us all to take up this duty of watchfulnesse, The second Use is to exhort us all to take up this duty of watchfulness, dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 d pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2054 nay, to watch in all things, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Tim. 4 5. to watch in our eating and drinking, that we may not eat and drink our bane; nay, to watch in all things, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Tim. 4 5. to watch in our eating and drinking, that we may not eat and drink our bane; uh-x, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j-vvg cc vvg, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi cc vvi po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2055 to watch in company, that if they be good, we may get good by them; if evill, we may get no hurt from them; to watch in company, that if they be good, we may get good by them; if evil, we may get no hurt from them; pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst cs pns32 vbb j, pns12 vmb vvi j p-acp pno32; cs j-jn, pns12 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2056 we should watch in good duties, for we shall meet with the Devil there too; we should watch in good duties, for we shall meet with the devil there too; pns12 vmd vvi p-acp j n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2057 every one that hath the fear of God before his eyes, whatsoever grace he hath, he should watch over it; every one that hath the Fear of God before his eyes, whatsoever grace he hath, he should watch over it; d pi cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq n1 pns31 vhz, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2058 whatsoever good work he hath to doe, he should watch, that he may goe on in it; whatsoever good work he hath to do, he should watch, that he may go on in it; r-crq j n1 pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi, pns31 vmd vvi, cst pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2059 for watchfulnesse is an helpfull duty; watch and pray; it is helpful to prayer, and so for all other duties; for watchfulness is an helpful duty; watch and pray; it is helpful to prayer, and so for all other duties; p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1; vvb cc vvb; pn31 vbz j p-acp n1, cc av p-acp d j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2060 it is a duty destinated to another duty, so that we can doe no other duty without watchfulnesse; it is a duty destinated to Another duty, so that we can do no other duty without watchfulness; pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1, av cst pns12 vmb vdi dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2061 therefore we had need to watch. Therefore we had need to watch. av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 158 Page 57
2062 First, Consid•r the misery of them that doe not watch, they must needs decline, and wax worse and worse; First, Consid•r the misery of them that do not watch, they must needs decline, and wax Worse and Worse; ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb xx vvi, pns32 vmb av vvi, cc vvb av-jc cc av-jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 159 Page 57
2063 you see the Church of Sardis here for want of watchfulness grew dead, nay the very good things in her were ready to die. you see the Church of Sardis Here for want of watchfulness grew dead, nay the very good things in her were ready to die. pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvd j, uh-x dt j j n2 p-acp pno31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 159 Page 57
2064 Secondly, Consider the good of watchfulnesse; if we watch we shall be satisfied with grace; Secondly, Consider the good of watchfulness; if we watch we shall be satisfied with grace; ord, vvb dt j pp-f n1; cs pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 160 Page 57
2065 if we have grace, we shall increase it, Prov. 20. 13. Slothfulness keeps a man in poverty, if we have grace, we shall increase it, Curae 20. 13. Slothfulness keeps a man in poverty, cs pns12 vhb n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31, np1 crd crd n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 160 Page 57
2066 but he that openeth his eye shall be satisfied with bread. It is true, as in outward things, so in spiritual things; but he that Openeth his eye shall be satisfied with bred. It is true, as in outward things, so in spiritual things; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. pn31 vbz j, c-acp p-acp j n2, av p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 160 Page 57
2067 let a man be drowsie and slothful, he shall be a poor man and a beggar, let a man be drowsy and slothful, he shall be a poor man and a beggar, vvb dt n1 vbi j cc j, pns31 vmb vbi dt j n1 cc dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 160 Page 57
2068 and shall have nothing to shew for eternal life; and shall have nothing to show for Eternal life; cc vmb vhi pix pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 160 Page 57
2069 but if thou wilt open thine e•es and look about thee, thou shalt be satisfied with bread, with the bread of life, with the image of God, with righteousness and holiness; but if thou wilt open thine e•es and look about thee, thou shalt be satisfied with bred, with the bred of life, with the image of God, with righteousness and holiness; cc-acp cs pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n2 cc vvi p-acp pno21, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 160 Page 57
2070 the more thou watchest, the more abundantly will God bless thee. Thirdly, Consider that men in their outward callings are watchful; the more thou watchest, the more abundantly will God bless thee. Thirdly, Consider that men in their outward callings Are watchful; dt av-dc pns21 vv2, dt av-dc av-j vmb np1 vvi pno21. ord, vvb d n2 p-acp po32 j n2 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 160 Page 57
2071 the shepherds watch their flocks, and the husbandman his seasons, when to sow, and when to reap his corne; the shepherd's watch their flocks, and the husbandman his seasons, when to sow, and when to reap his corn; dt n2 vvb po32 n2, cc dt n1 po31 n2, c-crq pc-acp vvi, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 161 Page 57
2072 when to sell it, and when to buy it, how much more should we for the good of our souls? when to fell it, and when to buy it, how much more should we for the good of our Souls? c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, c-crq d dc vmd pns12 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2? (7) treatise (DIV2) 161 Page 57
2073 Fourthly, We should consider the examples of Gods Saints; David he watched, at midnight I will arise and praise thee; Fourthly, We should Consider the Examples of God's Saints; David he watched, At midnight I will arise and praise thee; ord, pns12 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2; np1 pns31 vvd, p-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 162 Page 57
2074 he would rise out of his bed in the night, and pour out his heart before God, he would rise out of his Bed in the night, and pour out his heart before God, pns31 vmd vvi av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb av po31 n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 162 Page 58
2075 and bless God for his goodness; and bless God for his Goodness; cc vvb np1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 162 Page 58
2076 he would not doe it in his bed, but he would goe out of his bed and doe it by his bedside upon his knees; he would not do it in his Bed, but he would go out of his Bed and do it by his bedside upon his knees; pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vmd vvi av pp-f po31 n1 cc vdb pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 162 Page 58
2077 how should this stir us up to watchfulnesse? how should this stir us up to watchfulness? q-crq vmd d vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 162 Page 58
2078 Now I come to the second Remedy, and that is to strengthen the things that remain, and the rather, Now I come to the second Remedy, and that is to strengthen the things that remain, and the rather, av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, cc d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst vvb, cc dt av-c, (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2079 because they are but remainders, and ready to die, and their deeds are not perfect before God. Because they Are but remainders, and ready to die, and their Deeds Are not perfect before God. c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n2, cc j pc-acp vvi, cc po32 n2 vbr xx j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2080 These words are diversly interpreted by Divines; some understand them personally, Strengthen those persons that remain; These words Are diversely interpreted by Divines; Some understand them personally, Strengthen those Persons that remain; d n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n2-jn; d vvb pno32 av-j, vvb d n2 cst vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2081 as if he should say to the Angel of the Church, Thy people are generally cold and dead, as if he should say to the Angel of the Church, Thy people Are generally cold and dead, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po21 n1 vbr av-j j-jn cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2082 and drowsie, there is hardly any life in them; and drowsy, there is hardly any life in them; cc j, pc-acp vbz av d n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2083 now those that do remain, strengthen them, that they may be awakened, they are ready to die; now those that do remain, strengthen them, that they may be awakened, they Are ready to die; av d cst vdb vvi, vvb pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2084 there are hardly any of thy hearers that are upright and sincere before God, therefore strengthen them; there Are hardly any of thy hearers that Are upright and sincere before God, Therefore strengthen them; pc-acp vbr av d pp-f po21 n2 cst vbr j cc j p-acp np1, av vvb pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2085 thus Pareus, and many others interpret it; and this is a very good sense; thus Pareus, and many Others interpret it; and this is a very good sense; av np1, cc d n2-jn vvb pn31; cc d vbz dt av j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2086 for a Minister is bound to strengthen all his people, if any be drowsie, to awaken them; for a Minister is bound to strengthen all his people, if any be drowsy, to awaken them; p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d po31 n1, cs d vbb j, pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2087 if any be dead, to quicken them; if any be dead, to quicken them; cs d vbb j, pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2088 and the Lord complains against Ministers when they doe not doe thus, Ezek. 3. 4. The diseased have they not strengthened, &c. and the Lord complains against Ministers when they do not do thus, Ezekiel 3. 4. The diseased have they not strengthened, etc. cc dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 c-crq pns32 vdb xx vdi av, np1 crd crd dt j-vvn vhb pns32 xx vvn, av (7) treatise (DIV2) 163 Page 58
2089 But then there is another Exposition of these words given by Divines, that understand it of things, and not of persons; But then there is Another Exposition of these words given by Divines, that understand it of things, and not of Persons; cc-acp av pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp n2-jn, cst vvb pn31 pp-f n2, cc xx pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 164 Page 58
2090 and so it is in the Original, Strengthen the things that remain; that both Minister and people would strengthen the good things that were in them; and so it is in the Original, Strengthen the things that remain; that both Minister and people would strengthen the good things that were in them; cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn, vvb dt n2 cst vvb; cst d n1 cc n1 vmd vvi dt j n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 164 Page 58
2091 for the Minister was grown weak and remiss, and the people, weak in all good things: for the Minister was grown weak and remiss, and the people, weak in all good things: c-acp dt n1 vbds vvn j cc j, cc dt n1, j p-acp d j n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 164 Page 58
2092 Now the Spirit calls upon the Angel of this Church, and in him upon all the Congregation, to strengthen the good things that were in them. Now the Spirit calls upon the Angel of this Church, and in him upon all the Congregation, to strengthen the good things that were in them. av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc p-acp pno31 p-acp d dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 164 Page 58
2093 So that the point of Doctrine is this, that it is every Christians duty to labour that he might be strengthened, specially if he hath had more grace formerly then now he hath; So that the point of Doctrine is this, that it is every Christians duty to labour that he might be strengthened, specially if he hath had more grace formerly then now he hath; av cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, cst pn31 vbz d np1 n1 p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, av-j cs pns31 vhz vhn dc n1 av-j av av pns31 vhz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 165 Page 58
2094 it is every Christians duty to strengthen the good things that are in him. For the opening of this word strengthen, it hath an opposition to weakness. it is every Christians duty to strengthen the good things that Are in him. For the opening of this word strengthen, it hath an opposition to weakness. pn31 vbz d np1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno31. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 vvi, pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 165 Page 58
2095 Now there is a double weakness. First, Of those people that are unconverted, that are weak to the resisting of sin, Now there is a double weakness. First, Of those people that Are unconverted, that Are weak to the resisting of since, av a-acp vbz dt j-jn n1. ord, pp-f d n1 cst vbr vvn, cst vbr j p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 166 Page 58
2096 and doing any that is good; and doing any that is good; cc vdg d cst vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 167 Page 58
2097 they have some principles in them to resist sin, and doe good, but they are weak, they have Some principles in them to resist since, and do good, but they Are weak, pns32 vhb d n2 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vdb j, cc-acp pns32 vbr j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 167 Page 58
2098 as common illuminations, and natural conscience, and fear of wrath, and hope of Heaven, and shame of others, as Common illuminations, and natural conscience, and Fear of wrath, and hope of Heaven, and shame of Others, c-acp j n2, cc j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 167 Page 58
2099 and the good example of others, and living under the means, and restraining grace, and the like; and the good Exampl of Others, and living under the means, and restraining grace, and the like; cc dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc vvg p-acp dt n2, cc vvg n1, cc dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 167 Page 58
2100 these things may do a great deal of good, but they are weak, and cannot make them resist sinne, and doe good soundly; thus unconverted people are weak. these things may do a great deal of good, but they Are weak, and cannot make them resist sin, and do good soundly; thus unconverted people Are weak. d n2 vmb vdi dt j n1 pp-f j, cc-acp pns32 vbr j, cc vmbx vvi pno32 vvi n1, cc vdb j av-j; av vvn n1 vbr j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 167 Page 58
2101 This is not properly the weakness that is opposed to strength, that he would have them get out of the weakness of unconverted people. This is not properly the weakness that is opposed to strength, that he would have them get out of the weakness of unconverted people. d vbz xx av-j dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 167 Page 58
2102 Therefore secondly, There is another weakness, and that is of the children of God themselves; they have weakness to resist sinne, and doe good; and this is twofold. Therefore secondly, There is Another weakness, and that is of the children of God themselves; they have weakness to resist sin, and do good; and this is twofold. av ord, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, cc d vbz pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 px32; pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vdb j; cc d vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 168 Page 58
2103 First, There is a weakness of Beginning. Secondly, of Declining. First, In beginning; First, There is a weakness of Beginning. Secondly, of Declining. First, In beginning; ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. ord, pp-f j-vvg. ord, p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 169 Page 58
2104 when a childe of God is a beginner in grace, and is but a babe, Heb. 5. 12. When for the time ye ought to be, &c. Such as are babes have need of milk, they cannot digest strong meat, they are too weak for that; when a child of God is a beginner in grace, and is but a babe, Hebrew 5. 12. When for the time you ought to be, etc. Such as Are babes have need of milk, they cannot digest strong meat, they Are too weak for that; c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vbz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd c-crq p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmd pc-acp vbi, av d c-acp vbr n2 vhb n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vmbx vvi j n1, pns32 vbr av j c-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 58
2105 as may be a new beginner hath gotten faith, but it is weak, he is not able to apprehend the promises of salvation, as may be a new beginner hath got faith, but it is weak, he is not able to apprehend the promises of salvation, c-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 vhz vvn n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz j, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 58
2106 and the assurance of Gods goodness and mercy towards him; he hath much ado to apprehend Christ himself, and uphold his heart; and the assurance of God's Goodness and mercy towards him; he hath much ado to apprehend christ himself, and uphold his heart; cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; pns31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 px31, cc vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 58
2107 so a man may have some knowledge, but it is weak; and some resolutions and endeavours, but they are weak; so a man may have Some knowledge, but it is weak; and Some resolutions and endeavours, but they Are weak; av dt n1 vmb vhi d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz j; cc d n2 cc n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 58
2108 corruptions bear him down, and his mortification is weak; he cannot master many of his heady and mighty lusts. corruptions bear him down, and his mortification is weak; he cannot master many of his heady and mighty Lustiest. n2 vvb pno31 a-acp, cc po31 n1 vbz j; pns31 vmbx vvi d pp-f po31 j cc j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 58
2109 Now such people as these are to be exhorted to strengthen these good things that God hath begun in them: Now such people as these Are to be exhorted to strengthen these good things that God hath begun in them: av d n1 c-acp d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32: (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 58
2110 Hath God begun any good things in thee? any lively fear of his name, any hatred of evil, any love to goodness, any longing and thirsting after righteousness, any endeavour after eternal life, any faith? thou shouldst labour to strengthen these things, that they may abound in thee, Hath God begun any good things in thee? any lively Fear of his name, any hatred of evil, any love to Goodness, any longing and thirsting After righteousness, any endeavour After Eternal life, any faith? thou Shouldst labour to strengthen these things, that they may abound in thee, vhz np1 vvn d j n2 p-acp pno21? d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, d n1 pp-f n-jn, d n1 p-acp n1, d n1 cc vvg p-acp n1, d n1 p-acp j n1, d n1? pns21 vmd2 vvi pc-acp vvi d n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 59
2111 and that they may be confirmed and established in thee, that thou mayst be made unblameable against the coming of the Lord Jesus; and that they may be confirmed and established in thee, that thou Mayest be made unblameable against the coming of the Lord jesus; cc cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vm2 vbi vvn j-u p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 59
2112 but 〈 … 〉s is not the meaning neither. but 〈 … 〉s is not the meaning neither. cc-acp 〈 … vbz vbz xx dt n1 av-dx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 170 Page 59
2113 Secondly therefore, There is a weakness of declining, when a man hath been stronger, and now hath abated of his strength, and is grown weaker; Secondly Therefore, There is a weakness of declining, when a man hath been Stronger, and now hath abated of his strength, and is grown Weaker; ord av, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg, c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn jc, cc av vhz vvn pp-f po31 n1, cc vbz vvn jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2114 a strong man may grow into a consumption, which may spend him away till he comes to be an Anatomy, and so is grown weak; a strong man may grow into a consumption, which may spend him away till he comes to be an Anatomy, and so is grown weak; dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi pno31 av c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc av vbz vvn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2115 so many Christians that have been stronger, they are now grown weak, they are grown into a consumption o• graces, they are grown to be an Anatomy, to be nothing but even skin and bone; so many Christians that have been Stronger, they Are now grown weak, they Are grown into a consumption o• graces, they Are grown to be an Anatomy, to be nothing but even skin and bone; av d np1 cst vhb vbn jc, pns32 vbr av vvn j, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 n2, pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vbi pix p-acp j n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2116 they were wont to have more faith to apprehend a promise, but now they have more doubting; they were wont to have more faith to apprehend a promise, but now they have more doubting; pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vhi dc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc-acp av pns32 vhb dc vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2117 they could pray strongly, but now they are faint and weak; they were powerfull in every good duty, but now they are down the wind; they could pray strongly, but now they Are faint and weak; they were powerful in every good duty, but now they Are down the wind; pns32 vmd vvi av-j, cc-acp av pns32 vbr j cc j; pns32 vbdr j p-acp d j n1, cc-acp av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2118 they are like a Jack that wants wanding up, they had need be wound up again; they Are like a Jack that Wants wanding up, they had need be wound up again; pns32 vbr av-j dt n1 cst vvz vvg a-acp, pns32 vhd n1 vbi vvn a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2119 they are grown more cholerick, and peevish, and pettish, and have less strength over their corruptions, they Are grown more choleric, and peevish, and pettish, and have less strength over their corruptions, pns32 vbr vvn av-dc j, cc j, cc j, cc vhb dc n1 p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2120 and are made more ready to be drawn away. Now such persons are exhorted to strengthen these things; and Are made more ready to be drawn away. Now such Persons Are exhorted to strengthen these things; cc vbr vvn av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn av. av d n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2121 and the rather, because they are but remainders; you have had more grace, and have let it die and decay; and the rather, Because they Are but remainders; you have had more grace, and have let it die and decay; cc dt av-c, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n2; pn22 vhb vhn dc n1, cc vhb vvn pn31 vvi cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2122 therefore strengthen that which remains, and is ready to die; so that there are two parts of this Doctrine. Therefore strengthen that which remains, and is ready to die; so that there Are two parts of this Doctrine. av vvb d r-crq vvz, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi; av cst a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 171 Page 59
2123 First, That every man should be earnest, and use all manner of holy meanes to strengthen himselfe. First, That every man should be earnest, and use all manner of holy means to strengthen himself. ord, cst d n1 vmd vbi j, cc vvi d n1 pp-f j vvz pc-acp vvi px31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2124 'Tis true, First it is every Ministers duty to labour to get strength into his people, to strengthen their understanding, It's true, First it is every Ministers duty to labour to get strength into his people, to strengthen their understanding, pn31|vbz j, ord pn31 vbz d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2125 and knowledge, and judgement, to strengthen them in the promises, to hold forth Jesus Christ nakedly unto them, to expound the free grace of God, that they may be strong in faith: and knowledge, and judgement, to strengthen them in the promises, to hold forth jesus christ nakedly unto them, to expound the free grace of God, that they may be strong in faith: cc n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi av np1 np1 av-j p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2126 So if a Minister sees they are weak to bear afflictions, he should labour to support and bear them up, So if a Minister sees they Are weak to bear afflictions, he should labour to support and bear them up, av cs dt n1 vvz pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n2, pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2127 and poure some spirit into them, and enable them to bear: and pour Some Spirit into them, and enable them to bear: cc vvi d n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2128 So if he finde they are unable to bear temptations, he should use all arguments to piece them up that they may stand against the wiles of the Devill; So if he find they Are unable to bear temptations, he should use all Arguments to piece them up that they may stand against the wiles of the devil; av cs pns31 vvb pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n2, pns31 vmd vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2129 a Minister hath his own strength given him of purpose to strengthen his brethren, Isa. 35. 3. the Lord saith, Strengthen the weak hands, &c. He would have Ministers call upon people to get strength, a Minister hath his own strength given him of purpose to strengthen his brothers, Isaiah 35. 3. the Lord Says, Strengthen the weak hands, etc. He would have Ministers call upon people to get strength, dt n1 vhz po31 d n1 vvn pno31 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, vvb dt j n2, av pns31 vmd vhi n2 vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2130 and to use all means by preaching, and teaching, and exhortations, to get some strength into his people; and to use all means by preaching, and teaching, and exhortations, to get Some strength into his people; cc pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2131 it is a Ministers duty, not only to gather Saints, but to perfect the Saints; whither should the people come but to the Minister to get strength in grace? it is a Ministers duty, not only to gather Saints, but to perfect the Saints; whither should the people come but to the Minister to get strength in grace? pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi n2, cc-acp p-acp j dt n2; q-crq vmd dt n1 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 172 Page 59
2132 Secondly, It is every neighbours duty to strengthen his neighbour; Secondly, It is every neighbours duty to strengthen his neighbour; ord, pn31 vbz d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 173 Page 59
2133 Christians should strengthen one another in all manner of good duties ▪ as coals of fire doe warm and heat one another when they are together; Christians should strengthen one Another in all manner of good duties ▪ as coals of fire do warm and heat one Another when they Are together; np1 vmd vvi pi j-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2 ▪ c-acp n2 pp-f n1 vdb vvi cc vvi pi j-jn c-crq pns32 vbr av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 173 Page 59
2134 but if they are severed, they will be dead; but if they Are severed, they will be dead; cc-acp cs pns32 vbr vvn, pns32 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 173 Page 59
2135 so Christians, when they meet together, should labour to warm, and heat, and quicken one another. so Christians, when they meet together, should labour to warm, and heat, and quicken one Another. av np1, c-crq pns32 vvb av, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, cc n1, cc vvi pi j-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 173 Page 59
2136 Saint Paul writes to the Thessalonians to mark all the weak and feeble people among them, Saint Paul writes to the Thessalonians to mark all the weak and feeble people among them, n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2 p-acp n1 d dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 173 Page 59
2137 and to strengthen the feeble-minded, 1 Thes. 5. 14. and to strengthen the feeble-minded, 1 Thebes 5. 14. cc pc-acp vvi dt j, vvn np1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 173 Page 59
2138 But then thirdly, Every man should doe this duty to himself, to strengthen the good things that are in him; But then Thirdly, Every man should do this duty to himself, to strengthen the good things that Are in him; cc-acp cs ord, d n1 vmd vdi d n1 p-acp px31, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 59
2139 we see all the world labours to be strong in outward things, some to be strong in riches and wealth, some to be strong at the Court, we see all the world labours to be strong in outward things, Some to be strong in riches and wealth, Some to be strong At the Court, pns12 vvb d dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp j n2, d pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2 cc n1, d pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 59
2140 and others to strengthen themselves in their friends and alliance; and Others to strengthen themselves in their Friends and alliance; cc n2-jn pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 59
2141 as Abner laboured to be strong for the house of Saul, for he knew he should be no body if that went down; as Abner laboured to be strong for the house of Saul, for he knew he should be no body if that went down; c-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vbi dx n1 cs d vvd a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 59
2142 if a man have a case to defend, he will make himselfe as strong as he can to desend himselfe; if a man have a case to defend, he will make himself as strong as he can to descend himself; cs dt n1 vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp j c-acp pns31 vmb pc-acp vvi px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 59
2143 if a man be to fight a battel, he will make himselfe as strong as he can; if a man be to fight a battle, he will make himself as strong as he can; cs dt n1 vbb pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp j c-acp pns31 vmb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 59
2144 nay, people will strengthen themselves in their wickedness. nay, people will strengthen themselves in their wickedness. uh-x, n1 vmb vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 59
2145 Now if it be so, then how much more should we labour to be strong in the grace of God? If we have any good things given us of God, we should strengthen them; Now if it be so, then how much more should we labour to be strong in the grace of God? If we have any good things given us of God, we should strengthen them; av cs pn31 vbb av, av c-crq d n1 vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? cs pns12 vhb d j n2 vvn pno12 pp-f np1, pns12 vmd vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 60
2146 as Paul saith to the Corinthians, when he saw they were babes still and were weak, as Paul Says to the Corinthians, when he saw they were babes still and were weak, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pns32 vbdr n2 av cc vbdr j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 60
2147 and never came to strength, he calls upon them at last to strengthen themselves, 1 Cor. 16 ▪ 5. and never Come to strength, he calls upon them At last to strengthen themselves, 1 Cor. 16 ▪ 5. cc av-x vvd p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp ord p-acp vvb px32, crd np1 crd ▪ crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 174 Page 60
2148 Because we can have no comfortable argument to our souls that we are true Christians except we get strength; Because we can have no comfortable argument to our Souls that we Are true Christians except we get strength; c-acp pns12 vmb vhi dx j n1 p-acp po12 n2 cst pns12 vbr j np1 c-acp pns12 vvb n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2149 every true Christian is a very able man as Paul saith, Phil. 4. 13. I can doe all things through Christ that strengthneth me. every true Christian is a very able man as Paul Says, Philip 4. 13. I can do all things through christ that strengtheneth me. d j np1 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2150 He was a strong man, and able to doe great things; He was a strong man, and able to do great things; pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc j pc-acp vdi j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2151 what man of a thousand can be rich, and not be proud and vain, and let his heart follow after pleasures and the things of the world? yet a true Christian can be rich, and yet not be thus; what man of a thousand can be rich, and not be proud and vain, and let his heart follow After pleasures and the things of the world? yet a true Christian can be rich, and yet not be thus; r-crq n1 pp-f dt crd vmb vbi j, cc xx vbi j cc j, cc vvb po31 n1 vvi p-acp n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1? av dt j njp vmb vbi j, cc av xx vbi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2152 so what man almost can be poor, and not be discontented, and repine against God, so what man almost can be poor, and not be discontented, and repine against God, av q-crq n1 av vmb vbi j, cc xx vbi vvn, cc vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2153 and take unlawfull courses? yet a true Christian is able to be poor, and yet not deny God, and take unlawful courses? yet a true Christian is able to be poor, and yet not deny God, cc vvb j n2? av dt j np1 vbz j pc-acp vbi j, cc av xx vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2154 nor distrust God nor fall a carking and caring; so likewise a true Christian can have a peevish nature, and yet not be peevish; nor distrust God nor fallen a carking and caring; so likewise a true Christian can have a peevish nature, and yet not be peevish; ccx vvi np1 ccx vvi dt n-vvg cc vvg; av av dt j njp vmb vhi dt j n1, cc av xx vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2155 he can have as crabbed a disposition as any body else, and yet not be crabbed; he can have as crabbed a disposition as any body Else, and yet not be crabbed; pns31 vmb vhi p-acp j dt n1 c-acp d n1 av, cc av xx vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2156 he can have as vile a cursed nature as any man under heaven, and yet have a good disposition; he can have as vile a cursed nature as any man under heaven, and yet have a good disposition; pns31 vmb vhi p-acp j dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc av vhb dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2157 he is able to doe all things, as Job saith, Job 9. 19. If you talk of strength, God is strong. he is able to do all things, as Job Says, Job 9. 19. If you talk of strength, God is strong. pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi d n2, c-acp n1 vvz, n1 crd crd cs pn22 vvb pp-f n1, np1 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2158 So it is with a childe of God that hath the image of God in him; So it is with a child of God that hath the image of God in him; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2159 if you talk of strength, he is strong; if you talk of strength, he is strong; cs pn22 vvb pp-f n1, pns31 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2160 a man cannot have any true argument to his soul that he is a true Christian, a man cannot have any true argument to his soul that he is a true Christian, dt n1 vmbx vhb d j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vbz dt j njp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2161 unless he be strengthened to doe the things of God, unless he be lifted up of God to doe supernaturall things; unless he be strengthened to do the things of God, unless he be lifted up of God to do supernatural things; cs pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vdi dt n2 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vbb vvn a-acp pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2162 a true Christian is no weakling; a man saith, I cannot doe thus and thus, it is my weakness; a true Christian is no weakling; a man Says, I cannot do thus and thus, it is my weakness; dt j np1 vbz dx n1; dt n1 vvz, pns11 vmbx vdi av cc av, pn31 vbz po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2163 then thou canst not say thou art a true Christian; for a true Christian is an able man, a mighty man; then thou Canst not say thou art a true Christian; for a true Christian is an able man, a mighty man; cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi pns21 vb2r dt j njp; p-acp dt j np1 vbz dt j n1, dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2164 nay all the graces of Gods spirit are strong, that if a man hath any degree of them, he may doe wonders with them, 1 John 5. 4. This is our victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. nay all the graces of God's Spirit Are strong, that if a man hath any degree of them, he may do wonders with them, 1 John 5. 4. This is our victory that Overcometh the world, even our faith. uh-x d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr j, cst cs dt n1 vhz d n1 pp-f pno32, pns31 vmb vdi n2 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd d vbz po12 n1 cst vvz dt n1, av po12 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2165 He doth not say great faith, but our faith; He does not say great faith, but our faith; pns31 vdz xx vvi j n1, cc-acp po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2166 a little faith, though but as a grain of mustardseed, is able to overcome the world; a little faith, though but as a grain of Mustard seed, is able to overcome the world; dt j n1, cs cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2167 a true Christian can overcome sin, and the world, and the Devil, and whatsoever is contray to him; a true Christian can overcome since, and the world, and the devil, and whatsoever is country to him; dt j njp vmb vvi n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc r-crq vbz n-jn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2168 a natural man may believe in some sense, but he can nothing with his faith, it is not of the right stamp; a natural man may believe in Some sense, but he can nothing with his faith, it is not of the right stamp; dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb pix p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz xx pp-f dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2169 but a true Christian he can doe wonders with his faith; he can draw neer to God, and cry Abba Father; but a true Christian he can do wonders with his faith; he can draw near to God, and cry Abba Father; cc-acp dt j np1 pns31 vmb vdi n2 p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc vvb np1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2170 he is able to purifie his own heart; all things are possible to him that believeth, it is a powerful thing; he is able to purify his own heart; all things Are possible to him that Believeth, it is a powerful thing; pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 d n1; d n2 vbr j p-acp pno31 cst vvz, pn31 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2171 Jacob had power with God, saith the Text; Jacob had power with God, Says the Text; np1 vhd n1 p-acp np1, vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2172 he is able to fit himself against every lust, and goe about every duty, and please God in all his wayes in some measure; a little faith is strong; he is able to fit himself against every lust, and go about every duty, and please God in all his ways in Some measure; a little faith is strong; pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvb np1 p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp d n1; dt j n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2173 so love is a strong grace, it is as strong as death, Cant. 8. If a man hath but a little true love to God, it will enable him to doe strange things, it will make him suffer any thing, doe any thing, leave any thing for God. so love is a strong grace, it is as strong as death, Cant 8. If a man hath but a little true love to God, it will enable him to do strange things, it will make him suffer any thing, do any thing, leave any thing for God. av n1 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j c-acp n1, np1 crd cs dt n1 vhz p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi j n2, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 vvi d n1, vdb d n1, vvb d n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2174 Now natural people they say they love God, but it is a weak love, it cannot make them leave a lust for God, it cannot make them doe any thing for God, it cannot carry a man beyond nature; Now natural people they say they love God, but it is a weak love, it cannot make them leave a lust for God, it cannot make them doe any thing for God, it cannot carry a man beyond nature; av j n1 pns32 vvb pns32 vvb np1, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vmbx vvi pno32 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmbx vvi pno32 n1 d n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2175 but all the graces of Gods spirit are marvellous strong things; but all the graces of God's Spirit Are marvellous strong things; cc-acp d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr j j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2176 therefore as ever we desire to have a sign and token that we are true Christians, Therefore as ever we desire to have a Signen and token that we Are true Christians, av c-acp av pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1 cst pns12 vbr j np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2177 and have the grace of God in truth in any measure in us, we should labour to strengthen all the good things that are in us; and have the grace of God in truth in any measure in us, we should labour to strengthen all the good things that Are in us; cc vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2178 for if we doe not strengthen them, they are not of the right stamp. for if we do not strengthen them, they Are not of the right stamp. c-acp cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pno32, pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt j-jn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 175 Page 60
2179 Secondly, We can never doe any act of new obedience unless we be strengthened, as the Lord saith to Joshua, Josh. 17. Onely be then strong, Secondly, We can never do any act of new Obedience unless we be strengthened, as the Lord Says to joshua, Josh. 17. Only be then strong, ord, pns12 vmb av-x vdi d n1 pp-f j n1 cs pns12 vbb vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd j vbb av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 60
2180 and doe my commandements, &c. He would have him strong, that he might observe all the Law of God; and do my Commandments, etc. He would have him strong, that he might observe all the Law of God; cc vdb po11 n2, av pns31 vmd vhi pno31 j, cst pns31 vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 60
2181 as who should say, Joshua, thou canst never be able to observe my Law, there be mighty performances, things that flesh and blood can never reach unto; as who should say, joshua, thou Canst never be able to observe my Law, there be mighty performances, things that Flesh and blood can never reach unto; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, np1, pns21 vm2 av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi po11 n1, pc-acp vbi j n2, n2 cst n1 cc n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 60
2182 therefore unless thou hast strength, and divine strength, thou canst never be able to doe this; Therefore unless thou hast strength, and divine strength, thou Canst never be able to do this; av cs pns21 vh2 n1, cc j-jn n1, pns21 vm2 av-x vbi j pc-acp vdi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 60
2183 therefore be strong, strengthen thy s•lf, labour to have all the courage and might that may be. Therefore be strong, strengthen thy s•lf, labour to have all the courage and might that may be. av vbb j, vvb po21 n1, n1 pc-acp vhi d dt n1 cc n1 cst vmb vbi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2184 God bids us do nothing but he requires all the strength of the whole man; Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and all thy strength; it must be thus; God bids us do nothing but he requires all the strength of the Whole man; Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and all thy strength; it must be thus; np1 vvz pno12 vdb pix cc-acp pns31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, cc d po21 n1; pn31 vmb vbi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2185 if the water-man be to rowe with the tyde and the wind he puts forth no strength, the stream will carry the vessel; if the waterman be to row with the tIED and the wind he puts forth no strength, the stream will carry the vessel; cs dt n1 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pns31 vvz av dx n1, dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2186 but if he be to rowe against wind and •yde, now he must put forth all his strength; else the bo•t cannot •o; but if he be to row against wind and •yde, now he must put forth all his strength; Else the bo•t cannot •o; cc-acp cs pns31 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi, av pns31 vmb vvi av d po31 n1; av dt n1 vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2187 nay, it will go the contrary way; nay, it will go the contrary Way; uh-x, pn31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2188 so if we would please God, and work the works of God, and attain to his heavenly Kingdom, we must rowe against wind and tyde, so if we would please God, and work the works of God, and attain to his heavenly Kingdom, we must row against wind and tIED, av cs pns12 vmd vvi np1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 j n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2189 and without tugging and hailing, and putting forth a great deal of strength, we shall never do it; and without tugging and hailing, and putting forth a great deal of strength, we shall never do it; cc p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc vvg av dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb av-x vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2190 as suppose a man be wronged and offered an injury, he cannot be quiet an hour together, as suppose a man be wronged and offered an injury, he cannot be quiet an hour together, c-acp vvb dt n1 vbi vvn cc vvd dt n1, pns31 vmbx vbi j-jn dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2191 but he is abused and misused, and mocked, and opposed; now he cannot be patient unless; but he is abused and misused, and mocked, and opposed; now he cannot be patient unless; cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn; av pns31 vmbx vbi j cs; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2192 he be strong, and have great strength to deny himself; he be strong, and have great strength to deny himself; pns31 vbi j, cc vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2193 as Col. 1. 11. Be strengthned with all might according to h〈 … 〉 •lorious power, to all patience and long suffering with joyfulness: as Col. 1. 11. Be strengthened with all might according to h〈 … 〉 •lorious power, to all patience and long suffering with joyfulness: c-acp np1 crd crd vbb vvn p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp n1 … 〉 j n1, p-acp d n1 cc av-j vvg p-acp n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2194 As who should say, if you would have patience, you must be strengthned with all might, specially if you would be patient with joy; As who should say, if you would have patience, you must be strengthened with all might, specially if you would be patient with joy; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pn22 vmd vhi n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, av-j cs pn22 vmd vbi j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2195 may be a man may be patient, but then he is surly and lumpish, and all amort• may be he bears, may be a man may be patient, but then he is surly and lumpish, and all amort• may be he bears, vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vbi j, cc-acp cs pns31 vbz j cc j, cc d n1 vmb vbi pns31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2196 but he is like a block or stock, he cannot joy in trib•lation, he had need have a great deal of strength to do this; but he is like a block or stock, he cannot joy in trib•lation, he had need have a great deal of strength to do this; cc-acp pns31 vbz av-j dt n1 cc n1, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, pns31 vhd n1 vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2197 so if a man would pray, can he pray without a great deal of strength? it is not a little heave will lift up a mans heart to God; so if a man would pray, can he pray without a great deal of strength? it is not a little heave will lift up a men heart to God; av cs dt n1 vmd vvi, vmb pns31 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1? pn31 vbz xx dt j vvi vmb vvi a-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2198 I lift my heart to thee; he gave a great lift to his heart; I lift my heart to thee; he gave a great lift to his heart; pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp pno21; pns31 vvd dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2199 and Heb. 5. 7. it is said that Christ prayed with strong cries; we cannot pray aright unlesse we come with strong cries and strong desires; and Hebrew 5. 7. it is said that christ prayed with strong cries; we cannot pray aright unless we come with strong cries and strong Desires; cc np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vvd p-acp j n2; pns12 vmbx vvi av cs pns12 vvb p-acp j n2 cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2200 so if a man hear the word, if it awaken him and quicken him, he will lose all again, so if a man hear the word, if it awaken him and quicken him, he will loose all again, av cs dt n1 vvi dt n1, cs pn31 vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi d av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2201 and be as blockish as he was before, unless he be strong; and be as blockish as he was before, unless he be strong; cc vbi a-acp j c-acp pns31 vbds a-acp, cs pns31 vbb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2202 we can do no good duty without strength, and therefore we had need to labour for strength. we can do no good duty without strength, and Therefore we had need to labour for strength. pns12 vmb vdi dx j n1 p-acp n1, cc av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 176 Page 61
2203 Thirdly, We can never overcome temptations, nor make our part good against temptations without strength; Thirdly, We can never overcome temptations, nor make our part good against temptations without strength; ord, pns12 vmb av-x vvi n2, ccx vvi po12 n1 j p-acp n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2204 nay, we cannot resist them, or combate with them, or stand in the field against them, nay, we cannot resist them, or combat with them, or stand in the field against them, uh-x, pns12 vmbx vvi pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2205 but we shall be beaten out, and be overwhelmed if we have not strength; but we shall be beaten out, and be overwhelmed if we have not strength; cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi vvn av, cc vbi vvn cs pns12 vhb xx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2206 if we would go to heaven we shall be sure to meet with abundance of temptations; if we would go to heaven we shall be sure to meet with abundance of temptations; cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2207 and if temptations will put us out of the way, we shall have enough of them; and if temptations will put us out of the Way, we shall have enough of them; cc cs n2 vmb vvi pno12 av pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vhi av-d pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2208 if they can sway us, and make us do this and that, we shall not want temptations; if they can sway us, and make us do this and that, we shall not want temptations; cs pns32 vmb vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 vdi d cc d, pns12 vmb xx vvi n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2209 if a bowl hath bias, the strength of the arm will take away that, though the bias be never so strong; if a bowl hath bias, the strength of the arm will take away that, though the bias be never so strong; cs dt n1 vhz n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi av d, cs dt n1 vbb av-x av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2210 as long as the strength of the arm lasts, the bias goeth according to the strength of the arm; as long as the strength of the arm lasts, the bias Goes according to the strength of the arm; c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2211 when the strength of the arm is gone, then the bias begins to sway it: So if a man have strength, it will swallow up the bias of temptations; when the strength of the arm is gone, then the bias begins to sway it: So if a man have strength, it will swallow up the bias of temptations; c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31: av cs dt n1 vhb n1, pn31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2212 but when a man hath no strength, then the bias of temptations carries him away, but when a man hath no strength, then the bias of temptations carries him away, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz dx n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz pno31 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2213 then the world bows him, then pleasure and his natural inclination sways him this way and that way, then the world bows him, then pleasure and his natural inclination sways him this Way and that Way, cs dt n1 vvz pno31, cs n1 cc po31 j n1 vvz pno31 d n1 cc d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2214 whereas if a man had strength he might resist temptations. 1 Cor. 15. 58. be stedfast, whereas if a man had strength he might resist temptations. 1 Cor. 15. 58. be steadfast, cs cs dt n1 vhd n1 pns31 vmd vvi n2. crd np1 crd crd vbb j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2215 and unmoveable, abounding in the work of the Lord; and Unmovable, abounding in the work of the Lord; cc j-u, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2216 that is, if you were strong, you would be unmoveable, and abound in the work of the Lord; that is, if you were strong, you would be Unmovable, and abound in the work of the Lord; d vbz, cs pn22 vbdr j, pn22 vmd vbi j, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2217 all the world could not withdraw you from the work of the Lord; for all temptations, you would abound in good things; all the world could not withdraw you from the work of the Lord; for all temptations, you would abound in good things; d dt n1 vmd xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp d n2, pn22 vmd vvi p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2218 what in•inite need have we to resist temptations? none of us can arrive at heaven, what in•inite need have we to resist temptations? none of us can arrive At heaven, r-crq j n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi n2? pix pp-f pno12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2219 unless we be able to go through thick and thin, and a world of temptations; blessed is the man that endures temptations, he shall have enough of them; unless we be able to go through thick and thin, and a world of temptations; blessed is the man that endures temptations, he shall have enough of them; cs pns12 vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j, cc dt n1 pp-f n2; vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz n2, pns31 vmb vhi av-d pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2220 and happy is the man that can endure them, and overcome them; and happy is the man that can endure them, and overcome them; cc j vbz dt n1 cst vmb vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2221 if we be not strong, if we have not this spiritual might, what shall become of us? if we have not strong love to the truth, we shall be hooked away from it; if we be not strong, if we have not this spiritual might, what shall become of us? if we have not strong love to the truth, we shall be hooked away from it; cs pns12 vbb xx j, cs pns12 vhb xx d j n1, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno12? cs pns12 vhb xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vbi j-vvn av p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2222 if we have not strong love to obedience, we shall be disobedient; if we have not strong love to Obedience, we shall be disobedient; cs pns12 vhb xx av-j vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2223 if we have not strong love to the wayes of God, we shall be pulled away from them by force of temptations. if we have not strong love to the ways of God, we shall be pulled away from them by force of temptations. cs pns12 vhb xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 177 Page 61
2224 Fourthly, Without strength, if we should chance to fall, we cannot get up again; what man is there that falls not? in many things we offend all; Fourthly, Without strength, if we should chance to fallen, we cannot get up again; what man is there that falls not? in many things we offend all; ord, p-acp n1, cs pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, pns12 vmbx vvi a-acp av; q-crq n1 vbz a-acp cst vvz xx? p-acp d n2 pns12 vvb d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2225 how often doth the godly man fall into sin, through weakness and infirmity, and ignorance, and sometimes in a worse manner? now if he have spiritual strength in him, how often does the godly man fallen into since, through weakness and infirmity, and ignorance, and sometime in a Worse manner? now if he have spiritual strength in him, c-crq av vdz dt j n1 vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc av p-acp dt jc n1? av cs pns31 vhb j n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2226 then he may rise up again; if he hath a strong relation to God in Jesus Christ that cannot be broken, then he may rise up again; if he hath a strong Relation to God in jesus christ that cannot be broken, cs pns31 vmb vvi a-acp av; cs pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1 np1 cst vmbx vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2227 then he may get up again; then he may get up again; cs pns31 vmb vvi a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2228 as the body, if it hath abundance of sores, and blains, and divers diseases and distempers upon it, as the body, if it hath abundance of sores, and blains, and diverse diseases and distempers upon it, c-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vhz n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2229 yet as long as the strength of nature lasts it may work them out again; yet as long as the strength of nature lasts it may work them out again; av c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pn31 vmb vvi pno32 av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2230 if you give this man Physick, as long as the strength of nature lasts, Physick may do him good, if you give this man Physic, as long as the strength of nature lasts, Physic may do him good, cs pn22 vvb d n1 n1, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, n1 vmb vdi pno31 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2231 but if the strength of nature be gone, the disease will overcome him, it will be his death; but if the strength of nature be gone, the disease will overcome him, it will be his death; cc-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, pn31 vmb vbi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2232 so it is with a Christian, as long as there is any spiritual strength in him, it will work out corruption; so it is with a Christian, as long as there is any spiritual strength in him, it will work out corruption; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt njp, c-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz d j n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vmb vvi av n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2233 if a man have strong relation to God, strong interest in Christ, strong apprehension of the evil of sin, if a man have strong Relation to God, strong Interest in christ, strong apprehension of the evil of since, cs dt n1 vhi j n1 p-acp np1, j n1 p-acp np1, j n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2234 and of the goodness of Gods wayes, strong fear of God, and a strong judgement, these will work out any sin and corruption; and of the Goodness of God's ways, strong Fear of God, and a strong judgement, these will work out any since and corruption; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1, d vmb vvi av d n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2235 but if he hath not these, he can never get up again, as the Apostle saith, Heb. 12. 12, 13. lift up the hands that hang down, and the feeble knees; but if he hath not these, he can never get up again, as the Apostle Says, Hebrew 12. 12, 13. lift up the hands that hang down, and the feeble knees; cc-acp cs pns31 vhz xx d, pns31 vmb av-x vvi a-acp av, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd vvb a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp, cc dt j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2236 and make strait paths for your feet, &c. as who should say, if you will strengthen your feeble knees, and make strait paths for your feet, etc. as who should say, if you will strengthen your feeble knees, cc vvb j n2 p-acp po22 n2, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2237 then though they be lame, they will rather be healed then turned out of the way; then though they be lame, they will rather be healed then turned out of the Way; av cs pns32 vbb j, pns32 vmb av-c vbi vvn av vvn av pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2238 but if you let your feeble knees be weak still, then if you have any lameness or any distemper, you will be turned out of the way; but if you let your feeble knees be weak still, then if you have any lameness or any distemper, you will be turned out of the Way; cc-acp cs pn22 vvb po22 j n2 vbb j av, av cs pn22 vhb d n1 cc d n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2239 but if you strengthen your feeble knees, when you have been lame, and have any distemper, you will rather be healed then turned out of the way: but if you strengthen your feeble knees, when you have been lame, and have any distemper, you will rather be healed then turned out of the Way: cc-acp cs pn22 vvb po22 j n2, c-crq pn22 vhb vbn j, cc vhb d n1, pn22 vmb av-c vbi vvn av vvn av pp-f dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2240 You shall see when Israel were without the true God, and were distempered, they were Idolators, You shall see when Israel were without the true God, and were distempered, they were Idolaters, pn22 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vbdr p-acp dt j np1, cc vbdr vvn, pns32 vbdr n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2241 and all manner of wickedness was grown upon them; and all manner of wickedness was grown upon them; cc d n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2242 now when God would have Asa purge out these abuses, see how he calls upon him, 2 Chron. 15. 7. be strong, &c. now in the words following we may see Asa did strengthen himself, now when God would have Asa purge out these Abuses, see how he calls upon him, 2 Chronicles 15. 7. be strong, etc. now in the words following we may see Asa did strengthen himself, av c-crq np1 vmd vhi np1 vvb av d n2, vvb c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd vbb j, av av p-acp dt n2 vvg pns12 vmb vvi np1 vdd vvi px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2243 and reformed all the abuses, and set up the worship of God, and went on admirably in that work, now he had gotten strength. and reformed all the Abuses, and Set up the worship of God, and went on admirably in that work, now he had got strength. cc vvd d dt n2, cc vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd a-acp av-j p-acp d n1, av pns31 vhd vvn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 178 Page 62
2244 Lastly, If we have not strength, we can never do any thing God bids us with ease; Lastly, If we have not strength, we can never do any thing God bids us with ease; ord, cs pns12 vhb xx n1, pns12 vmb av-x vdi d n1 np1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2245 but if we have strength, we may not only do what God bids us, but do it with ease; but if we have strength, we may not only do what God bids us, but do it with ease; cc-acp cs pns12 vhb n1, pns12 vmb xx av-j vdi r-crq np1 vvz pno12, cc-acp vdb pn31 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2246 as when a man hath a strong memory, he can get two or three leafes by heart with ease, he hath it presently; as when a man hath a strong memory, he can get two or three leaves by heart with ease, he hath it presently; c-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi crd cc crd n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vhz pn31 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2247 another that hath a weak memory, will be conning and conning it I know not how long, Another that hath a weak memory, will be cunning and cunning it I know not how long, j-jn cst vhz dt j n1, vmb vbi j-jn cc vvg pn31 pns11 vvb xx c-crq j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2248 and as fast as he remembers one thing, he forgets another; he hath much ado to get it; and as fast as he remembers one thing, he forgets Another; he hath much ado to get it; cc c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz crd n1, pns31 vvz j-jn; pns31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2249 so if a man have a strong judgement and understanding, though he meet with an hard word or passage, he will understand it, and pick out the meaning; so if a man have a strong judgement and understanding, though he meet with an hard word or passage, he will understand it, and pick out the meaning; av cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cc vvi av dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2250 whereas one of a weak understanding may be studying all the dayes of his life, and yet never apprehend it; whereas one of a weak understanding may be studying all the days of his life, and yet never apprehend it; cs pi pp-f dt j n1 vmb vbi vvg d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc av av-x vvb pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2251 so when a man hath got spiritual strength, he can do what God bids him do; so when a man hath god spiritual strength, he can do what God bids him doe; av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn j n1, pns31 vmb vdi r-crq np1 vvz pno31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2252 and leave what God bids him leave with ease; and leave what God bids him leave with ease; cc vvb r-crq np1 vvz pno31 vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2253 he may pray, and humble and deny himself with ease, and lay those lusts aside, which before he had as live have parted with his blood as parted with them; he may pray, and humble and deny himself with ease, and lay those Lustiest aside, which before he had as live have parted with his blood as parted with them; pns31 vmb vvi, cc j cc vvi px31 p-acp n1, cc vvd d n2 av, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhd p-acp vvi vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1 c-acp vvn p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2254 when a man is strong in his love to God, and strong in the consideration of Gods goodness and mercy, he can do these things with ease; when a man is strong in his love to God, and strong in the consideration of God's Goodness and mercy, he can do these things with ease; c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2255 my yoak is easie (saith Christ) and my burthen is light; whereas to a natural man it is the heaviest yoak and burthen in the world for a man to be tied to abstain from all vanity, from all vile passions, my yoke is easy (Says christ) and my burden is Light; whereas to a natural man it is the Heaviest yoke and burden in the world for a man to be tied to abstain from all vanity, from all vile passion, po11 n1 vbz j (vvz np1) cc po11 n1 vbz n1; cs p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vbz dt js n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp d j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2256 and inordinate affections, from all sinful pleasures, and covetous desires; it is a burthen intollerable for a natural man, it is because of his weakness; and inordinate affections, from all sinful pleasures, and covetous Desires; it is a burden intolerable for a natural man, it is Because of his weakness; cc j n2, p-acp d j n2, cc j n2; pn31 vbz dt n1 j p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2257 but now a gracious heart that hath gotten spiritual strength, can do it, and do it with ease. but now a gracious heart that hath got spiritual strength, can do it, and do it with ease. cc-acp av dt j n1 cst vhz vvn j n1, vmb vdi pn31, cc vdb pn31 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 179 Page 62
2258 The first Use is to condemn those that have no strength at all, that are not capable of this Exhortation, we cannot say strengthen the good things that are in you, The First Use is to condemn those that have no strength At all, that Are not capable of this Exhortation, we cannot say strengthen the good things that Are in you, dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d cst vhb dx n1 p-acp d, cst vbr xx j pp-f d n1, pns12 vmbx vvi vvb dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 62
2259 because they have no good things in them at all, they have nothing of saving grace and of the covenant of life wrought in them• they have nothing but the common graces, that may be in a reprobate; Because they have no good things in them At all, they have nothing of Saving grace and of the Covenant of life wrought in them• they have nothing but the Common graces, that may be in a Reprobate; c-acp pns32 vhb dx j n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp d, pns32 vhb pix pp-f j-vvg n1 cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1 pns32 vhb pix cc-acp dt j n2, cst vmb vbi p-acp dt n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2260 as Paul saith, Rom. 8. 7. of the carnal mind, it is not subject to the Law of God, neither indeed can be; it cannot be subject; as Paul Says, Rom. 8. 7. of the carnal mind, it is not Subject to the Law of God, neither indeed can be; it cannot be Subject; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vbz xx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-dx av vmb vbi; pn31 vmbx vbi j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2261 there is no strength of grace; there is strength enough, but it is let out upon the world; there is no strength of grace; there is strength enough, but it is let out upon the world; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1; pc-acp vbz n1 av-d, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2262 may be they have strong parts and gifts, but there is no strength to this duty; may be they have strong parts and Gifts, but there is no strength to this duty; vmb vbi pns32 vhb j n2 cc n2, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2263 to be subject to the Law of God, he is not able to do it; as Christ saith of the corrupt tree it cannot bring forth good fruit; to be Subject to the Law of God, he is not able to do it; as christ Says of the corrupt tree it cannot bring forth good fruit; pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vdi pn31; c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pn31 vmbx vvi av j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2264 it hath as much strength to suck from the earth, and to bud and blossome, it hath as much strength to suck from the earth, and to bud and blossom, pn31 vhz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2265 and bring forth fruit, and as much fruit as a good tree ▪ but it cannot bring forth good fruit; and bring forth fruit, and as much fruit as a good tree ▪ but it cannot bring forth good fruit; cc vvi av n1, cc c-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1 ▪ cc-acp pn31 vmbx vvi av j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2266 so a natural man thinks as much, and speaks as much, and eats and drinks, so a natural man thinks as much, and speaks as much, and eats and drinks, av dt j n1 vvz a-acp av-d, cc vvz a-acp av-d, cc vvz cc vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2267 and sleeps as much as a godly man doth, and goes about the business of his calling, and sleeps as much as a godly man does, and Goes about the business of his calling, cc vvz p-acp d c-acp dt j n1 vdz, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2268 and hearts the word of God may be, and prayes as often as a godly man doth, and hearts the word of God may be, and prays as often as a godly man does, cc n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi, cc vvz c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 vdz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2269 but he is not able to bring them to a good end, to do them well, he hath no strength at all: but he is not able to bring them to a good end, to do them well, he hath no strength At all: cc-acp pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vdi pno32 av, pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2270 as Christ saith to the Scribes and Pharisees, how can ye escape the wrath to come? they had great parts and strength in other matters, as christ Says to the Scribes and Pharisees, how can you escape the wrath to come? they had great parts and strength in other matters, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 cc np2, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi? pns32 vhd j n2 cc n1 p-acp j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2271 but to escape hell, and shun the wrath to come, they had no strength to do that, they were as weak as water there; but to escape hell, and shun the wrath to come, they had no strength to do that, they were as weak as water there; cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vdi d, pns32 vbdr a-acp j c-acp n1 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2272 what a woful thing is this, when a man hath no strength to overcome his sins, what a woeful thing is this, when a man hath no strength to overcome his Sins, q-crq dt j n1 vbz d, c-crq dt n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2273 and deny himself? when men have eyes full of Adultery, and cannot cease from sin, 2 Pet. 2. 14. this is a miserable condition for a man to be in. and deny himself? when men have eyes full of Adultery, and cannot cease from since, 2 Pet. 2. 14. this is a miserable condition for a man to be in. cc vvi px31? c-crq n2 vhb n2 j pp-f n1, cc vmbx vvi p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 180 Page 63
2274 Secondly, This may condemn those, that though they have some good things in them, yet they do not strengthen them that are of the strain of the Church of Sardis, that let their graces dye and decay, Secondly, This may condemn those, that though they have Some good things in them, yet they do not strengthen them that Are of the strain of the Church of Sardis, that let their graces die and decay, ord, d vmb vvi d, cst cs pns32 vhb d j n2 p-acp pno32, av pns32 vdb xx vvi pno32 cst vbr pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvb po32 n2 vvi cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2275 and go down the wind, and perish and consume; and go down the wind, and perish and consume; cc vvb a-acp dt n1, cc vvi cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2276 they suffer a consumption in their graces, rather then watch and strengthen the things that are in them; they suffer a consumption in their graces, rather then watch and strengthen the things that Are in them; pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, av-c cs vvi cc vvi dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2277 what a lamentable thing is this? though our faith be never so weak, we are hardly able to lay hold upon one promise; what a lamentable thing is this? though our faith be never so weak, we Are hardly able to lay hold upon one promise; q-crq dt j n1 vbz d? cs po12 n1 vbi av-x av j, pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp crd n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2278 and when we study to find sign of conversion in us, we can hardly find any; and when we study to find Signen of conversion in us, we can hardly find any; cc c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb av vvi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2279 and yet notwithstanding people will not strengthen their faith, and other graces. and yet notwithstanding people will not strengthen their faith, and other graces. cc av p-acp n1 vmb xx vvi po32 n1, cc j-jn n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2280 Let us not deceive our selves if we be Christians let us shew it by the strength that is in us; Let us not deceive our selves if we be Christians let us show it by the strength that is in us; vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2 cs pns12 vbb np1 vvi pno12 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2281 for if we be true Christians, we must be able Christians to do all the works of God, able to fight against our corruptions, able to do good duties, able to obey the Gospel; for if we be true Christians, we must be able Christians to do all the works of God, able to fight against our corruptions, able to do good duties, able to obey the Gospel; c-acp cs pns12 vbb j np1, pns12 vmb vbi j np1 pc-acp vdi d dt n2 pp-f np1, j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, j pc-acp vdi j n2, j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2282 he hath the least strength of true saving grace is able to be upright in all his wayes, he is able to observe all the commandements of God in some measure, he is able to carry himself uprightly against every evil way; he hath the least strength of true Saving grace is able to be upright in all his ways, he is able to observe all the Commandments of God in Some measure, he is able to carry himself uprightly against every evil Way; pns31 vhz dt av-ds n1 pp-f j j-vvg n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi j p-acp d po31 n2, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi px31 av-j p-acp d j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2283 in one word, he is able to keep all the word of God in some measure; in one word, he is able to keep all the word of God in Some measure; p-acp crd n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2284 he that hath but the least strength of grace is able to do this as the Lord saith, Rev. 3. 8. of the Church of Philadelphia, though she had but a little strength, he that hath but the least strength of grace is able to do this as the Lord Says, Rev. 3. 8. of the Church of Philadelphia, though she had but a little strength, pns31 cst vhz p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi d c-acp dt n1 vvz, n1 crd crd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vhd p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2285 yet she kept the very word of God; a little strength of saving grace; will make a man do more then the whole world can do; yet she kept the very word of God; a little strength of Saving grace; will make a man do more then the Whole world can do; av pns31 vvd dt j n1 pp-f np1; dt j n1 pp-f vvg n1; vmb vvi dt n1 vdb av-dc cs dt j-jn n1 vmb vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2286 it is able to make a man reach above all the reach of nature, and all na••ral parts, it is able to make a man reach above all the reach of nature, and all na••ral parts, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2287 and morality and civility, and all the fair carriages that ever were; it is able to go beyond all; and morality and civility, and all the fair carriages that ever were; it is able to go beyond all; cc n1 cc n1, cc d dt j n2 cst av vbdr; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2288 there is more wisedom in the least degree of saving grace, then in all the Politicians in the world; there is more Wisdom in the least degree of Saving grace, then in all the Politicians in the world; pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f vvg n1, av p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2289 and more knowledge in the least fool in Christs school, then in all the wise men under heaven; I mean true saving knowledge; and more knowledge in the least fool in Christ school, then in all the wise men under heaven; I mean true Saving knowledge; cc dc n1 p-acp dt ds n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av p-acp d dt j n2 p-acp n1; pns11 vvb j j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2290 therefore let us not deceive our selves, but as we desire to be able to say that we are true Christians, let us labour to strengthen all the good things that are in us, that our faith we think we have to shew for heaven may be a strong faith, Therefore let us not deceive our selves, but as we desire to be able to say that we Are true Christians, let us labour to strengthen all the good things that Are in us, that our faith we think we have to show for heaven may be a strong faith, av vvb pno12 xx vvi po12 n2, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vbr j np1, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12, cst po12 n1 pns12 vvb pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vmb vbi dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2291 and that our hope may be a strong hope, that we may purifie our selves by it, and that our hope may be a strong hope, that we may purify our selves by it, cc d po12 n1 vmb vbi dt j n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2292 and that the fear of God may be a strong fear, to make us depart from hell beneath, and that the Fear of God may be a strong Fear, to make us depart from hell beneath, cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi dt j n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi p-acp n1 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2293 & so that our desires may be strong to the throne of grace, and our endeavours strong against our corruptions, & so that our Desires may be strong to the throne of grace, and our endeavours strong against our corruptions, cc av cst po12 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc po12 n2 j p-acp po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2294 and our care & conscience strong from day to day to do the works of God. and our care & conscience strong from day to day to do the works of God. cc po12 n1 cc n1 j p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 181 Page 63
2295 The second Use is an Use of direction, what we are to do to strengthen the good things that are in us. The second Use is an Use of direction, what we Are to do to strengthen the good things that Are in us. dt ord n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2296 A•• fi•s• ▪ Let •s labour to have all the powers of our •ouls strengthened by the strengthening the powers of the soul; I mean this; A•• fi•s• ▪ Let •s labour to have all the Powers of our •ouls strengthened by the strengthening the Powers of the soul; I mean this; np1 n1 ▪ vvb vbz n1 pc-acp vhi d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vvn p-acp dt vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1; pns11 vvb d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2297 you know that divine operations are above nature, above the reach of the powers of our souls naturally. you know that divine operations Are above nature, above the reach of the Powers of our Souls naturally. pn22 vvb d j-jn n2 vbr p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2298 Now if we would be strong to doe the works of God, and divine things, we must get our hearts to be raised and lif•ed up to an higher strain, to a subli•er pitch; Now if we would be strong to do the works of God, and divine things, we must get our hearts to be raised and lif•ed up to an higher strain, to a subli•er pitch; av cs pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vdi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc j-jn n2, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp dt jc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2299 as it is said of Jehosap•at, 2 Chr•n. 17• His heart was lif•ed up in the ways of God. as it is said of Jehosap•at, 2 Chr•n. 17• His heart was lif•ed up in the ways of God. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f j, crd n1. n1 po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2300 That is, his heart was strengthened to walk in the wayes of God; and now his heart was lifted up; That is, his heart was strengthened to walk in the ways of God; and now his heart was lifted up; cst vbz, po31 n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cc av po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2301 the Text shewes •e did great matters; the Text shows •e did great matters; dt n1 vvz av vdd j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2302 he could restore the worship of God, and make the Priests and Levites doe their duties; he could restore the worship of God, and make the Priests and Levites do their duties; pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi dt n2 cc np1 vdb po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2303 he could doe admirable things for the glory of God. Now his heart was lifted up above the reach of nature; he could do admirable things for the glory of God. Now his heart was lifted up above the reach of nature; pns31 vmd vdi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2304 so we should labour to have all the powers of our souls lifted up to God; so we should labour to have all the Powers of our Souls lifted up to God; av pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vhi d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vvn a-acp p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2305 we are not converted to God; unless God hath raised up our minds, and wills, and affections; we Are not converted to God; unless God hath raised up our minds, and wills, and affections; pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp np1; cs np1 vhz vvn a-acp po12 n2, cc n2, cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2306 as it is said, God raised up Judges to deliver Israel from their enemies: The meaning is, they were no more able to deliver them then other people; as it is said, God raised up Judges to deliver Israel from their enemies: The meaning is, they were no more able to deliver them then other people; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vvd a-acp n2 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2: dt n1 vbz, pns32 vbdr av-dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno32 av j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2307 but God raised up their spirits, and li•ted them up, that they were able to goe about the function God had set them in: but God raised up their spirits, and li•ted them up, that they were able to go about the function God had Set them in: cc-acp np1 vvd a-acp po32 n2, cc vvd pno32 a-acp, cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2308 So Jer. 51. 11. before God had raised up the spirits of the Medes, they were a weak people, they durst not meddle with Babylon•; but when God had raised up their spirits and lifted them up to an higher pitch of courage and strength, they were not only able to goe against them, but to overcome them; So Jer. 51. 11. before God had raised up the spirits of the Medes, they were a weak people, they durst not meddle with Babylon•; but when God had raised up their spirits and lifted them up to an higher pitch of courage and strength, they were not only able to go against them, but to overcome them; av np1 crd crd p-acp np1 vhd vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, pns32 vbdr dt j n1, pns32 vvd xx vvi p-acp np1; cc-acp c-crq np1 vhd vvn a-acp po32 n2 cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns32 vbdr xx av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2309 so before God raise up our minds to an higher pitch, we are not able to know God aright; so before God raise up our minds to an higher pitch, we Are not able to know God aright; av p-acp np1 vvb a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt jc n1, pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi np1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2310 we are not able to doe good, and mortifie sin, and be crucified to the world, we are not not able to goe about these things; we Are not able to do good, and mortify since, and be Crucified to the world, we Are not not able to go about these things; pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vdi j, cc vvi n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr xx xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2311 but when God hath raised up our hearts, and the powers of our souls, we can then goe about them; but when God hath raised up our hearts, and the Powers of our Souls, we can then go about them; cc-acp c-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp po12 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2312 as the water is not able to boil the meat of it self; as the water is not able to boil the meat of it self; c-acp dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2313 but let the fire come and raise the water to an higher pitch, to a seething quality, but let the fire come and raise the water to an higher pitch, to a seething quality, cc-acp vvb dt n1 vvb cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2314 now it is able to •oil the meat; so it is with a mans heart; now it is able to •oil the meat; so it is with a men heart; av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2315 therefore we should labour earnestly with God in the use of all good means, that we may get the powers of our souls raised and lifted up on high, that they may be able to reach the works of God, and attain unto them. Therefore we should labour earnestly with God in the use of all good means, that we may get the Powers of our Souls raised and lifted up on high, that they may be able to reach the works of God, and attain unto them. av pns12 vmd vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp j, cst pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 182 Page 64
2316 And first labour to have strong minds and understandings; I do not mean strong literal knowledge; And First labour to have strong minds and understandings; I do not mean strong literal knowledge; cc ord n1 pc-acp vhi j n2 cc n2; pns11 vdb xx vvi j j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2317 for with a little of that a man may have strong love to God; and zeal to his glory, as we may see in the book of Martyrs. for with a little of that a man may have strong love to God; and zeal to his glory, as we may see in the book of Martyrs. c-acp p-acp dt j pp-f d dt n1 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp np1; cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2318 Elizabeth Sackwell, and Katharine H•rst, and others, they were marvellous ignorant; Elizabeth Sackwell, and Katherine H•rst, and Others, they were marvellous ignorant; np1 np1, cc np1 vvd, cc n2-jn, pns32 vbdr j j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2319 when they were asked what a Sacrament was, and how many there were, they could not tell, when they were asked what a Sacrament was, and how many there were, they could not tell, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn r-crq dt n1 vbds, cc c-crq d a-acp vbdr, pns32 vmd xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2320 and yet were admirable Martyrs, and sealed to Gods truth according to that knowledge they had, and yet were admirable Martyrs, and sealed to God's truth according to that knowledge they had, cc av vbdr j n2, cc vvd p-acp npg1 n1 vvg p-acp d n1 pns32 vhd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2321 and laid down their lives for the Gospel, though they had not this knowledge ▪ therefore I mean not that, though that be very good; and laid down their lives for the Gospel, though they had not this knowledge ▪ Therefore I mean not that, though that be very good; cc vvd a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vhd xx d n1 ▪ av pns11 vvb xx d, cs d vbb av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2322 and without some literal knowledge the mind cannot be good; a man may have literal knowledge without spiritual, but not spiritual without literal; and without Some literal knowledge the mind cannot be good; a man may have literal knowledge without spiritual, but not spiritual without literal; cc p-acp d j n1 dt n1 vmbx vbi j; dt n1 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp j, cc-acp xx j p-acp j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2323 therefore it is good, but that is not it; Therefore it is good, but that is not it; av pn31 vbz j, cc-acp cst vbz xx pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2324 therefore we must labour to have str•ng spiritual understandings, that we may understand spiritually the things of God, Therefore we must labour to have str•ng spiritual understandings, that we may understand spiritually the things of God, av pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi n1 j n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2325 as David: saith, Psal. 119. 34. Give me understanding, and I shall keep thy Law; as David: Says, Psalm 119. 34. Give me understanding, and I shall keep thy Law; c-acp np1: vvz, np1 crd crd vvb pno11 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2326 as who should say, if ever any man doth s•n against thy Law, it is because he doth not understand himselfe, therefore 〈 ◊ 〉 see how eager he is that God would give him understanding, that he mi•ht understand his wayes, as who should say, if ever any man does s•n against thy Law, it is Because he does not understand himself, Therefore 〈 ◊ 〉 see how eager he is that God would give him understanding, that he mi•ht understand his ways, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs av d n1 vdz vvi p-acp po21 n1, pn31 vbz c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi px31, av 〈 sy 〉 vvi c-crq j pns31 vbz cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2327 and understand what his will is, that so •e 〈 … 〉ht do it, that he might understand it savingly, powerfully, and understand what his will is, that so •e 〈 … 〉ht do it, that he might understand it savingly, powerfully, cc vvb r-crq po31 n1 vbz, cst av j 〈 … av-jn vdi pn31, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av-vvg, av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2328 and deliver his Law into his heart; God delivers his Law into every man• heart; but saith he, grant me thy Law graciously; and deliver his Law into his heart; God delivers his Law into every man• heart; but Says he, grant me thy Law graciously; cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n1 n1; cc-acp vvz pns31, vvb pno11 po21 n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2329 he prays that God would not only deliver his Law to his understanding, but in a gracious manner •a man nev•• sins against God, but his understanding is deceived; he prays that God would not only deliver his Law to his understanding, but in a gracious manner •a man nev•• Sins against God, but his understanding is deceived; pns31 vvz cst np1 vmd xx av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 uh n1 n1 n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2330 when we are proud, we are deceived; for we think too well of of our selves; when we Are proud, we Are deceived; for we think too well of of our selves; c-crq pns12 vbr j, pns12 vbr vvn; c-acp pns12 vvb av av pp-f pp-f po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 64
2331 when we are worldly, we are deceived; for we think the world is better then it is; when we Are worldly, we Are deceived; for we think the world is better then it is; c-crq pns12 vbr j, pns12 vbr vvn; c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz jc cs pn31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2332 so when we are dead to good duties, we are deceived; so when we Are dead to good duties, we Are deceived; av c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp j n2, pns12 vbr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2333 for we look upon Gods wayes and ordinances, as if they were not such admirable things; for we look upon God's ways and ordinances, as if they were not such admirable things; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp npg1 n2 cc n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr xx d j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2334 it is through the deceitfulness of our understandings that we give way to sin. it is through the deceitfulness of our understandings that we give Way to since. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cst pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2335 Now if our understandings were strengthened, we should be fenced against the deceivableness of sin, that when the Devil comes with his delusions, Now if our understandings were strengthened, we should be fenced against the deceivableness of since, that when the devil comes with his delusions, av cs po12 n2 vbdr vvn, pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2336 and the temptations of the flesh with false colours to put us upon sin, the understanding would be strong, and the temptations of the Flesh with false colours to put us upon since, the understanding would be strong, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, dt n1 vmd vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2337 and see the weakness of all such reasons; every man follows reason; reason is a strong thing, and leads all the world; and see the weakness of all such Reasons; every man follows reason; reason is a strong thing, and leads all the world; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d d n2; d n1 vvz n1; n1 vbz dt j n1, cc vvz d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2338 no man doth any thing, but he hath some reason for it; no man does any thing, but he hath Some reason for it; dx n1 vdz d n1, cc-acp pns31 vhz d n1 c-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2339 the worldly man hath some, though not true reason why he is so carnal, he is afraid he shall not know how to live; the worldly man hath Some, though not true reason why he is so carnal, he is afraid he shall not know how to live; dt j n1 vhz d, cs xx j n1 c-crq pns31 vbz av j, pns31 vbz j pns31 vmb xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2340 therefore we should be earnest with God to strengthen our understandings, that we may see the baseness, Therefore we should be earnest with God to strengthen our understandings, that we may see the baseness, av pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2341 and beggery, and folly of all such vile reasons as these; if the understanding were sound, it were a marvellous strong thing; and beggary, and folly of all such vile Reasons as these; if the understanding were found, it were a marvellous strong thing; cc n1, cc n1 pp-f d d j n2 c-acp d; cs dt n1 vbdr j, pn31 vbdr dt j j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2342 A wise man is strong, yea a man of knowledge encreaseth strongly, Prov. 24. 5. Therefore I say we should labour to have sound understandings, that God would give us to know his Word as it is, A wise man is strong, yea a man of knowledge increases strongly, Curae 24. 5. Therefore I say we should labour to have found understandings, that God would give us to know his Word as it is, dt j n1 vbz j, uh dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av-j, np1 crd crd av pns11 vvb pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vhi j n2, cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 c-acp pn31 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2343 and to look upon things as they are, that the world may not seem to be otherwise then it is, and to look upon things as they Are, that the world may not seem to be otherwise then it is, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 c-acp pns32 vbr, cst dt n1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi av av pn31 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2344 and our names, and credit, or any thing in the world may not seem to be more beautiful then they are, that we may look upon things in their own colours, that we may have light; and our names, and credit, or any thing in the world may not seem to be more beautiful then they Are, that we may look upon things in their own colours, that we may have Light; cc po12 n2, cc n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi av-dc j cs pns32 vbr, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp po32 d n2, cst pns12 vmb vhi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2345 if we had the light that comes from above, we should be marvellous strong; as Paul saith, Let us put on the Armour of light. if we had the Light that comes from above, we should be marvellous strong; as Paul Says, Let us put on the Armour of Light. cs pns12 vhd dt n1 cst vvz p-acp a-acp, pns12 vmd vbi j j; c-acp np1 vvz, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2346 So Heb. 10. 32. saith he, After you were enlightned, you endured a great fight of affliction. So Hebrew 10. 32. Says he, After you were enlightened, you endured a great fight of affliction. av np1 crd crd vvz pns31, p-acp pn22 vbdr vvn, pn22 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2347 When they had true light come into their hearts, that they durst not be impatient, When they had true Light come into their hearts, that they durst not be impatient, c-crq pns32 vhd j n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vvd xx vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2348 then, though they had mighty afflictions upon them, they endured them, they had light come in, they could not rise up against God; then, though they had mighty afflictions upon them, they endured them, they had Light come in, they could not rise up against God; av, cs pns32 vhd j n2 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd pno32, pns32 vhd av-j vvn p-acp, pns32 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2349 if our knowledge were strong, our corruptions would be weak, our carnal hearts would be weak, we should not be so able to goe against God and his commandements; if our knowledge were strong, our corruptions would be weak, our carnal hearts would be weak, we should not be so able to go against God and his Commandments; cs po12 n1 vbdr j, po12 n2 vmd vbi j, po12 j n2 vmd vbi j, pns12 vmd xx vbi av j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2350 I can doe nothnig against the truth, saith Paul; why? he had a strong light, he saw so clearly that it was the truth of God, I can do nothnig against the truth, Says Paul; why? he had a strong Light, he saw so clearly that it was the truth of God, pns11 vmb vdi j-jn p-acp dt n1, vvz np1; c-crq? pns31 vhd dt j n1, pns31 vvd av av-j cst pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2351 and it was the way to be damned for ever to goe against it, and he saw so clearly what an admirable thing the truth was, that he could do nothing against it; and it was the Way to be damned for ever to go against it, and he saw so clearly what an admirable thing the truth was, that he could do nothing against it; cc pn31 vbds dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pns31 vvd av av-j r-crq dt j n1 dt n1 vbds, cst pns31 vmd vdi pix p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2352 as Joseph saith, How can I commit this great wickedness, & c? He had such a light, as Joseph Says, How can I commit this great wickedness, & c? He had such a Light, c-acp np1 vvz, c-crq vmb pns11 vvi d j n1, cc sy? pns31 vhd d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2353 and so saw the nature of the evil, that he durst not do it for a world; and so saw the nature of the evil, that he durst not do it for a world; cc av vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, cst pns31 vvd xx vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2354 the understanding is a very strong thing, see it in that which is in wicked wretches; the understanding is a very strong thing, see it in that which is in wicked wretches; dt n1 vbz dt av j n1, vvb pn31 p-acp d r-crq vbz p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2355 what a deal of strength hath that little knowledge of God that is in their hearts? when a wicked man knowes that his courses are of the Devil, what a deal of strength hath that little knowledge of God that is in their hearts? when a wicked man knows that his courses Are of the devil, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz d j n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz p-acp po32 n2? c-crq dt j n1 vvz d po31 n2 vbr pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2356 and he is informed and reads it in the Word of God, he knows his wayes are condemned of God. and he is informed and reads it in the Word of God, he knows his ways Are condemned of God. cc pns31 vbz vvn cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 vbr vvn pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2357 I tell you this knowledge keeps a great deal of stir in his heart, and makes his conscience afraid, I tell you this knowledge keeps a great deal of stir in his heart, and makes his conscience afraid, pns11 vvb pn22 d n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2358 and sometimes qualms come over his heart, and sometimes makes him resolve I will be a drunkard and adulterer no more; and sometime qualms come over his heart, and sometime makes him resolve I will be a drunkard and adulterer no more; cc av n2 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvz pno31 vvi pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 av-dx av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2359 it makes him that he cannot goe so freely about his wicked courses, Mark 6. 20. When Herod knew John Baptist was a godly man, this made him fear him. it makes him that he cannot go so freely about his wicked courses, Mark 6. 20. When Herod knew John Baptist was a godly man, this made him Fear him. pn31 vvz pno31 cst pns31 vmbx vvi av av-j p-acp po31 j n2, vvb crd crd c-crq np1 vvd np1 np1 vbds dt j n1, d vvd pno31 vvi pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2360 So when Saul knew assuredly that David should be King, though he went out to destroy him, he let him goe; So when Saul knew assuredly that David should be King, though he went out to destroy him, he let him go; av c-crq np1 vvd av-vvn cst np1 vmd vbi n1, cs pns31 vvd av pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vvd pno31 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2361 nay, a very persecutor, if he knows they be the people of God he persecutes, it will make his very heart ake, nay, a very persecutor, if he knows they be the people of God he persecutes, it will make his very heart ache, uh-x, dt j n1, cs pns31 vvz pns32 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vvz, pn31 vmb vvi po31 j n1 vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2362 and will make him give over his persecution, except he be marvellous strong, Isa. 11. 9. Why? how will God bridle persecutors? The earth shall be full of the knowledge of the Lord. and will make him give over his persecution, except he be marvellous strong, Isaiah 11. 9. Why? how will God bridle persecutors? The earth shall be full of the knowledge of the Lord. cc vmb vvi pno31 vvi a-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbb j j, np1 crd crd q-crq? q-crq vmb np1 vvi n2? dt n1 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2363 There shall be such a deal of knowledge, that they shall not be able to hurt in my holy mountain; There shall be such a deal of knowledge, that they shall not be able to hurt in my holy mountain; a-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2364 nay this knowledge may make wicked men mightily to deny themselves. nay this knowledge may make wicked men mightily to deny themselves. uh d n1 vmb vvi j n2 av-j pc-acp vvi px32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2365 Balaam, though he was greedy after riches and preferment, yet when he knew that it was Gods mind that he he should not curse Israel, he should provoke God; balaam, though he was greedy After riches and preferment, yet when he knew that it was God's mind that he he should not curse Israel, he should provoke God; np1, c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp n2 cc n1, av c-crq pns31 vvd cst pn31 vbds npg1 n1 cst pns31 pns31 vmd xx vvi np1, pns31 vmd vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 65
2366 saith he, If Balak would give me his house full of silver and gold, I cannot goe beyond the word of the Lord, &c. Nay, knowledge may work Reformation, After they escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of Jesus Christ, 2 Pet. 2. 20. Now if knowledge be such a thing where it is not rooted soundly in the mind, Says he, If Balak would give me his house full of silver and gold, I cannot go beyond the word of the Lord, etc. Nay, knowledge may work Reformation, After they escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of jesus christ, 2 Pet. 2. 20. Now if knowledge be such a thing where it is not rooted soundly in the mind, vvz pns31, cs np1 vmd vvi pno11 po31 n1 j pp-f n1 cc n1, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av uh, n1 vmb vvi n1, c-acp pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, crd np1 crd crd av cs n1 vbb d dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz xx vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 66
2367 then how strong would it be if we did get our understandings soundly informed? if we would get knowledge rooted in us, the very knowledge that God hath commanded us, to serve him, then how strong would it be if we did get our understandings soundly informed? if we would get knowledge rooted in us, the very knowledge that God hath commanded us, to serve him, av c-crq j vmd pn31 vbi cs pns12 vdd vvi po12 n2 av-j vvn? cs pns12 vmd vvi n1 vvn p-acp pno12, dt j n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno12, pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 66
2368 and fear him, that, he hath revealed his wrath from Heaven upon all disobedience; and Fear him, that, he hath revealed his wrath from Heaven upon all disobedience; cc vvb pno31, cst, pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 66
2369 that Christ is the Saviour of the world, it would strengthen us against sin, and to doe good; that christ is the Saviour of the world, it would strengthen us against since, and to do good; cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vdi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 66
2370 therefore let us labour to have strong minds. Therefore let us labour to have strong minds. av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vhi j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 183 Page 66
2371 Secondly, Let us labour to have a strong will, as David had, Psalm 119. 15, 16. I will meditate in thy precepts, I will delight my selfe in thy statutes, I will not forget thy word. Secondly, Let us labour to have a strong will, as David had, Psalm 119. 15, 16. I will meditate in thy Precepts, I will delight my self in thy statutes, I will not forget thy word. ord, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vhi dt j n1, c-acp np1 vhd, n1 crd crd, crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n2, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n2, pns11 vmb xx vvi po21 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2372 You see how absolutely he is set upon it, I will do thus and thus, and I will not do the contrary; this is a strong Will; You see how absolutely he is Set upon it, I will do thus and thus, and I will not do the contrary; this is a strong Will; pn22 vvb c-crq av-j pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vdi av cc av, cc pns11 vmb xx vdi dt n-jn; d vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2373 and therefore you see what admirable things he could do, because his Will was strong; and Therefore you see what admirable things he could do, Because his Will was strong; cc av pn22 vvb r-crq j n2 pns31 vmd vdi, c-acp po31 n1 vbds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2374 what is the reason people are so weak? they cannot resist sin, they cannot give over such a lust, they cannot get life and quickning in prayer and other duties; what is the reason people Are so weak? they cannot resist since, they cannot give over such a lust, they cannot get life and quickening in prayer and other duties; q-crq vbz dt n1 n1 vbr av j? pns32 vmbx vvi n1, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vmbx vvi n1 cc j-vvg p-acp n1 cc j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2375 if an Enemy come, they cannot put it up; if affliction come, they cannot bear it patiently; if an Enemy come, they cannot put it up; if affliction come, they cannot bear it patiently; cs dt n1 vvb, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 a-acp; cs n1 vvb, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2376 if they are called to stand for God, they cannot put off carnal fears; this is the weakness of our Wills; if they Are called to stand for God, they cannot put off carnal fears; this is the weakness of our Wills; cs pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns32 vmbx vvi a-acp j n2; d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2377 if our Wills were absolutely set that way, we should be marvellous strong, and break through all oppositions; if our Wills were absolutely Set that Way, we should be marvellous strong, and break through all oppositions; cs po12 n2 vbdr av-j vvn cst n1, pns12 vmd vbi j j, cc vvi p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2378 all the strength of a man lies in the Will of a man; all the strength of a man lies in the Will of a man; d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2379 if a mans Will be set upon a thing, he will go through fire and water, he will do it; if a men Will be Set upon a thing, he will go through fire and water, he will do it; cs dt ng1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2380 therefore we should labour that our Wills may be strong in the works of God, to the pleasing of God, Therefore we should labour that our Wills may be strong in the works of God, to the pleasing of God, av pns12 vmd vvi cst po12 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2381 and hatred of evill, and opposing of all the wayes of the flesh; as David saith, Psalm 119. 10. I have sought thee with my whole heart. We should doe thus; and hatred of evil, and opposing of all the ways of the Flesh; as David Says, Psalm 119. 10. I have sought thee with my Whole heart. We should do thus; cc n1 pp-f n-jn, cc vvg pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; c-acp np1 vvz, n1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp po11 j-jn n1. pns12 vmd vdi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2382 you may see this in wicked men, when their hearts are absolutely set to do evil, you may see this in wicked men, when their hearts Are absolutely Set to do evil, pn22 vmb vvi d p-acp j n2, c-crq po32 n2 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vdi j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2383 how doe they goe through difficulties? nothing shall hinder them; how do they go through difficulties? nothing shall hinder them; q-crq vdb pns32 vvi p-acp n2? pix vmb vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2384 how wonderfully did Saul persecute David, over hills and dales, and caves of the earth, over rocks and craggy places? if he had not been furious and mad, he could not have followed him in such places; nay, he spurned against conscience; how wonderfully did Saul persecute David, over hills and dales, and caves of the earth, over Rocks and craggy places? if he had not been furious and mad, he could not have followed him in such places; nay, he spurned against conscience; c-crq av-j vdd np1 vvi np1, p-acp n2 cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n2 cc j n2? cs pns31 vhd xx vbn j cc j, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn pno31 p-acp d n2; uh-x, pns31 vvd p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2385 God met with him oftentimes, and infatuated his counsels, which could not but be as hedges in his way; but he broke over all: God met with him oftentimes, and infatuated his Counsels, which could not but be as hedges in his Way; but he broke over all: np1 vvd p-acp pno31 av, cc vvn po31 n2, r-crq vmd xx p-acp vbi c-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2386 Whence was this? his Will was absolutely set, 1 Sam. 23. 23. he was resolved, Whence was this? his Will was absolutely Set, 1 Sam. 23. 23. he was resolved, q-crq vbds d? po31 n1 vbds av-j vvn, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vbds vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2387 if David were to be found under the copes of heaven, he would have him; so if our hearts, our wills were absolutely set to finde God and his grace; if David were to be found under the copes of heaven, he would have him; so if our hearts, our wills were absolutely Set to find God and his grace; cs np1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd vhi pno31; av cs po12 n2, po12 n2 vbdr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi np1 cc po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2388 if we would say, if Christ be to be found, we will have him; if he be in Heaven or Earth we will have him; if we would say, if christ be to be found, we will have him; if he be in Heaven or Earth we will have him; cs pns12 vmd vvi, cs np1 vbb p-acp vbb vvn, pns12 vmb vhi pno31; cs pns31 vbb p-acp n1 cc n1 pns12 vmb vhi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2389 we will run over all ordinances and duties; we will run over all ordinances and duties; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2390 what sin will we not leave? what course will we not take? if he be to be found, we will have him. what since will we not leave? what course will we not take? if he be to be found, we will have him. r-crq n1 vmb pns12 xx vvi? q-crq n1 vmb pns12 xx vvi? cs pns31 vbi pc-acp vbi vvn, pns12 vmb vhi pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2391 A man might go through any difficulty, if his Will were absolute; the Will is a strong faculty, it hath the command over the whole man; A man might go through any difficulty, if his Will were absolute; the Will is a strong faculty, it hath the command over the Whole man; dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, cs po31 n1 vbdr j; dt n1 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2392 the mind thinks, and the heart intends, and the affections stir, and the tongue speaks, and the foot walks, and the hand works, but the Will sways all; the mind thinks, and the heart intends, and the affections stir, and the tongue speaks, and the foot walks, and the hand works, but the Will sways all; dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, cc dt n2 vvb, cc dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, cc-acp dt n1 vvz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2393 nay if a mans appetite be to a thing, yet if he will not doe it, he may refrain it; nay if a men appetite be to a thing, yet if he will not do it, he may refrain it; uh-x cs dt ng1 n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, av cs pns31 vmb xx vdi pn31, pns31 vmb vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2394 the Will is the strongest faculty in a man; the Will is the Strongest faculty in a man; dt n1 vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2395 as soon as we heare the Prodigal had a Will to goe to his Father, the next newes we hear, he did goe; as soon as we hear the Prodigal had a Will to go to his Father, the next news we hear, he did go; c-acp av c-acp pns12 vvb dt n-jn vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt ord n1 pns12 vvb, pns31 vdd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2396 I will arise and goe to my Father, and now nothing could stay him; I will arise and go to my Father, and now nothing could stay him; pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc av pix vmd vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2397 if our Wills were set earnestly towards God, that we would serve him, and obey him, if our Wills were Set earnestly towards God, that we would serve him, and obey him, cs po12 n2 vbdr vvn av-j p-acp np1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2398 and would not be carried away with our lusts, what a deal of strength would this help us with? we should be strong to trample Satan under our feet, and mortifie our lusts; and would not be carried away with our Lustiest, what a deal of strength would this help us with? we should be strong to trample Satan under our feet, and mortify our Lustiest; cc vmd xx vbi vvn av p-acp po12 n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd d vvi pno12 p-acp? pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2399 and this is the reason God accepts the Will above all, if there be a willing mind, God accepts it, and this is the reason God accepts the Will above all, if there be a willing mind, God accepts it, cc d vbz dt n1 np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d, cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1, np1 vvz pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2400 nay not only accepts it, but rewards it also, 1 Cor. 9. 19. If I doe it willingly, I have my reward. nay not only accepts it, but rewards it also, 1 Cor. 9. 19. If I do it willingly, I have my reward. uh-x xx av-j vvz pn31, cc-acp vvz pn31 av, crd np1 crd crd cs pns11 vdb pn31 av-j, pns11 vhb po11 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2401 The Will is the strongest faculty God knows; The Will is the Strongest faculty God knows; dt n1 vbz dt js n1 np1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 66
2402 if he hath a mans will, he hath all that ever a man can do, he hath all his power, if he hath a men will, he hath all that ever a man can do, he hath all his power, cs pns31 vhz dt ng1 n1, pns31 vhz d cst av dt n1 vmb vdi, pns31 vhz d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 67
2403 nay, he hath more then his power; the will is able to go beyond a mans power; nay, he hath more then his power; the will is able to go beyond a men power; uh-x, pns31 vhz dc cs po31 n1; dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 67
2404 as it is said of the Macedonians, 2 Cor. 8. 3. they did to their power, and beyond their power; as it is said of the Macedonians, 2 Cor. 8. 3. they did to their power, and beyond their power; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt njp2, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vdd p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 67
2405 the will is a mighty strong thing; therefore if we will be strong in the Lord, let us labour for strong wills. the will is a mighty strong thing; Therefore if we will be strong in the Lord, let us labour for strong wills. dt n1 vbz dt j j n1; av cs pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 184 Page 67
2406 Thirdly, Let us labour for sound affections, that our affections may be conversant about God and all his holy laws and commandments; Thirdly, Let us labour for found affections, that our affections may be conversant about God and all his holy laws and Commandments; ord, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j n2, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp np1 cc d po31 j n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2407 which way a mans affections run, so they run mightily; which Way a men affections run, so they run mightily; r-crq n1 dt ng1 n2 vvi, av pns32 vvb av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2408 that way a mans strength runs, as the Prophet saith, Isa. 63. 15. look down from heaven; that Way a men strength runs, as the Prophet Says, Isaiah 63. 15. look down from heaven; cst n1 dt ng1 n1 vvz, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd n1 a-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2409 where is thy zeal and thy ••rength? that is, when God is zealous for his peoples good, he puts forth his strength for their defence; where is thy zeal and thy ••rength? that is, when God is zealous for his peoples good, he puts forth his strength for their defence; q-crq vbz po21 n1 cc po21 n1? cst vbz, c-crq np1 vbz j p-acp po31 ng1 j, pns31 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2410 therefore the Prophet cries, Lord, where is thy zeal and thy strength? so we may say, where is our zeal to God, Therefore the Prophet cries, Lord, where is thy zeal and thy strength? so we may say, where is our zeal to God, av dt n1 vvz, n1, q-crq vbz po21 n1 cc po21 n1? av pns12 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2411 and against sin, where is our zeal for good duties, for heavenly-mindedness, and the spreading of the Gospel, and against since, where is our zeal for good duties, for Heavenly-mindedness, and the spreading of the Gospel, cc p-acp n1, q-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp j n2, p-acp j, cc dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2412 and doing good in our places? if we were but zealous and earnest in our affections, we should not go so dully and faintly in the wayes of God as we do: it would make us strong; and doing good in our places? if we were but zealous and earnest in our affections, we should not go so dully and faintly in the ways of God as we do: it would make us strong; cc vdg j p-acp po12 n2? cs pns12 vbdr p-acp j cc j p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd xx vvi av av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 c-acp pns12 vdb: pn31 vmd vvi pno12 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2413 we see how strongly men follow after the world, when they are zealous for the world; we see how strongly men follow After the world, when they Are zealous for the world; pns12 vvb c-crq av-j n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2414 so if we were earnest after God, we should be strongly carried after him. Secondly, If we would get strength, let us labour to believe; so if we were earnest After God, we should be strongly carried After him. Secondly, If we would get strength, let us labour to believe; av cs pns12 vbdr j p-acp np1, pns12 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp pno31. ord, cs pns12 vmd vvi n1, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 185 Page 67
2415 for when a man hath once gotten faith, now, though he be never so weak, he may say, God is my strength, Psal. 73. 26. A man that hath gotten this faith, may say as David, Psal. 71. 16, I will go in the strength of the Lord; for when a man hath once got faith, now, though he be never so weak, he may say, God is my strength, Psalm 73. 26. A man that hath got this faith, may say as David, Psalm 71. 16, I will go in the strength of the Lord; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz a-acp vvn n1, av, cs pns31 vbb av-x av j, pns31 vmb vvi, np1 vbz po11 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vhz vvn d n1, vmb vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2416 I will go to prayer, to the word, to the Sacrament, I will go about my calling, I will go to prayer, to the word, to the Sacrament, I will go about my calling, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2417 when I am put upon my business, I will go in the strength of the Lord to do it; when I am put upon my business, I will go in the strength of the Lord to do it; c-crq pns11 vbm vvn p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2418 if this man wants strength, he goes and even borrows strength from heaven, Heb. 11. 34. by faith, of weak they became strong; if this man Wants strength, he Goes and even borrows strength from heaven, Hebrew 11. 34. by faith, of weak they became strong; cs d n1 vvz n1, pns31 vvz cc av vvz n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n1, pp-f j pns32 vvd j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2419 as the rivers that watered Paradise, their heads and springs were out of Paradise; as the Rivers that watered Paradise, their Heads and springs were out of Paradise; p-acp dt n2 cst vvd n1, po32 n2 cc n2 vbdr av pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2420 so though there be streams of mercy and grace, and power, and love communicated to us, so though there be streams of mercy and grace, and power, and love communicated to us, av cs pc-acp vbb n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vvn p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2421 yet the heads of these are out of us; Christ is the head from which we must fetch all; yet the Heads of these Are out of us; christ is the head from which we must fetch all; av dt n2 pp-f d vbr av pp-f pno12; np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2422 I can do all things (saith Paul) through Christ that strengthneth me, Phil. 4. 13. I can do all things; I can do all things (Says Paul) through christ that strengtheneth me, Philip 4. 13. I can do all things; pns11 vmb vdi d n2 (vvz np1) p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vdi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2423 you will say, this is to brag and boast; alas no, I can do nothing, it is Christ that strengthneth me; you will say, this is to brag and boast; alas no, I can do nothing, it is christ that strengtheneth me; pn22 vmb vvi, d vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi; uh uh-dx, pns11 vmb vdi pix, pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2424 like the Ivy that creeps up by the wall, so a Christian creeps up by Christ; there lies all our strength; like the Ivy that creeps up by the wall, so a Christian creeps up by christ; there lies all our strength; av-j dt n1 cst vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, av dt njp vvz a-acp p-acp np1; pc-acp vvz d po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2425 therefore all our care should be to believe, to get off from our own bottoms; Therefore all our care should be to believe, to get off from our own bottoms; av d po12 n1 vmd vbi pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po12 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2426 a true Christian is never so weak as when he will be himself, when he goes about actions himself; a true Christian is never so weak as when he will be himself, when he Goes about actions himself; dt j np1 vbz av-x av j c-acp c-crq pns31 vmb vbi px31, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n2 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2427 if he would let Christ do all, and he only take that course Christ bids him, if he would let christ do all, and he only take that course christ bids him, cs pns31 vmd vvi np1 vdb d, cc pns31 av-j vvi d n1 np1 vvz pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2428 and never go his own way to work, he were a strong man, Isa. 30. 7. It is your strength to sit s•ill; and never go his own Way to work, he were a strong man, Isaiah 30. 7. It is your strength to fit s•ill; cc av-x vvb po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vbdr dt j n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz po22 n1 pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2429 the children of Israel were so busie to help themselves, they would to Egypt, and they should help them; the children of Israel were so busy to help themselves, they would to Egypt, and they should help them; dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi px32, pns32 vmd p-acp np1, cc pns32 vmd vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2430 saith God, you shall never have help this way; your strength is to sit still and wait upon God, and trust in him; Says God, you shall never have help this Way; your strength is to fit still and wait upon God, and trust in him; vvz np1, pn22 vmb av-x vhi n1 d n1; po22 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi av cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2431 so I say, then is a true Christian weak, when he departs from Christ, and doth not keep close to him; so I say, then is a true Christian weak, when he departs from christ, and does not keep close to him; av pns11 vvb, av vbz dt j np1 j, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cc vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2432 suppose a man should be in misery, there be but two wayes to help him, the one is by himself, the other is by Christ; suppose a man should be in misery, there be but two ways to help him, the one is by himself, the other is by christ; vvb dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, dt pi vbz p-acp px31, dt n-jn vbz p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2433 now, suppose a man were in such a straight, that he must be delivered in a quarter of an hour, or else he is undone; now, suppose a man were in such a straight, that he must be Delivered in a quarter of an hour, or Else he is undone; av, vvb dt n1 vbdr p-acp d dt j, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av pns31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2434 shall a man go to prayer now, or to his own strength? to prayer if it were for a mans life; shall a man go to prayer now, or to his own strength? to prayer if it were for a men life; vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 av, cc p-acp po31 d n1? p-acp n1 cs pn31 vbdr p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2435 now when a man goes to his own strength and parts, this weakens him; now when a man Goes to his own strength and parts, this weakens him; av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n1 cc n2, d vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2436 we should do every thing better if we would go to Christ, and set our hearts upon him, we should do every thing better if we would go to christ, and Set our hearts upon him, pns12 vmd vdi d n1 av-jc cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2437 if we would use the means, but hang upon God, this were our strength. Thirdly, We should fly all occasions of evil; if we would use the means, but hang upon God, this were our strength. Thirdly, We should fly all occasions of evil; cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n2, cc-acp vvb p-acp np1, d vbdr po12 n1. ord, pns12 vmd vvi d n2 pp-f j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 186 Page 67
2438 may be a child can contain it self from the dug (when it is newly weaned) so long as it comes not near it; may be a child can contain it self from the dug (when it is newly weaned) so long as it comes not near it; vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn) av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz xx av-j pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 67
2439 but when the child seeth the dug, now the fancy runs upon the dug again, and now it cries for the dug again; but when the child sees the dug, now the fancy runs upon the dug again, and now it cries for the dug again; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 67
2440 it is because it is not perfectly weaned; it is Because it is not perfectly weaned; pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 67
2441 if it were perfectly weaned, though it saw the dug, it would not look after it; if it were perfectly weaned, though it saw the dug, it would not look After it; cs pn31 vbdr av-j vvn, cs pn31 vvd dt n1, pn31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2442 so we are not perfectly weaned from sin; so we Are not perfectly weaned from since; av pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2443 therefore though when we resist occasions and temptations of sin, we are able to abstain and contain our selves, Therefore though when we resist occasions and temptations of since, we Are able to abstain and contain our selves, av cs c-crq pns12 vvb n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2444 yet because we are not perfectly weaned, if we give way to occasions we lose all; yet Because we Are not perfectly weaned, if we give Way to occasions we loose all; av c-acp pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn, cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n2 pns12 vvb d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2445 when we will rashly venture upon the occasions of evil, we lose our strength; therefore saith David, Psal. 101. 3. I will set no evil thing before mine eyes; when we will rashly venture upon the occasions of evil, we loose our strength; Therefore Says David, Psalm 101. 3. I will Set no evil thing before mine eyes; c-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n-jn, pns12 vvb po12 n1; av vvz np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1 p-acp po11 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2446 as he would not do it, so he would not have it in his sight; as he would not do it, so he would not have it in his sighed; c-acp pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31, av pns31 vmd xx vhi pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2447 every man is privy to himself, and may know what thoughts, what desires, what appearances, what customs, what speeches are occasions of evil to him; every man is privy to himself, and may know what thoughts, what Desires, what appearances, what customs, what Speeches Are occasions of evil to him; d n1 vbz j p-acp px31, cc vmb vvi r-crq n2, r-crq vvz, r-crq n2, r-crq n2, r-crq n2 vbr n2 pp-f j-jn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2448 he might know what doth occasion him to sin; may be he had not committed sin but for this or that; he might know what does occasion him to since; may be he had not committed since but for this or that; pns31 vmd vvi r-crq vdz vvi pno31 p-acp n1; vmb vbi pns31 vhd xx vvn n1 cc-acp p-acp d cc d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2449 now when a man shall give way to these occasions, and not stand upon his guard, this loseth all a mans strength; now when a man shall give Way to these occasions, and not stand upon his guard, this loses all a men strength; av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n2, cc xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, d vvz d dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2450 as Saul he was privy to himself how testy and furious he was, and if he had any instrument of fury in his hand, he had no power over himself; as Saul he was privy to himself how testy and furious he was, and if he had any Instrument of fury in his hand, he had no power over himself; c-acp np1 pns31 vbds j p-acp px31 c-crq j cc j pns31 vbds, cc cs pns31 vhd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2451 yet he would ever be with his javelin in his hand, when he was in the field, yet he would ever be with his javelin in his hand, when he was in the field, av pns31 vmd av vbi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2452 or in the house, still he had his javelin in his hand; or in the house, still he had his javelin in his hand; cc p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vhd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2453 now you may see what mischief he exposed himself unto, he flung it twice at David, and a third time at his own son Jonathan; if he had been careful not to have given way to the occasions of sin, knowing how weak he was, now you may see what mischief he exposed himself unto, he flung it twice At David, and a third time At his own son Johnathan; if he had been careful not to have given Way to the occasions of since, knowing how weak he was, av pn22 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vvn px31 p-acp, pns31 vvd pn31 av p-acp np1, cc dt ord n1 p-acp po31 d n1 np1; cs pns31 vhd vbn j xx pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg c-crq j pns31 vbds, (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2454 and that he had not command over himself, he might have escaped this; a man that is furious had not need alwayes to have a sword about him; and that he had not command over himself, he might have escaped this; a man that is furious had not need always to have a sword about him; cc cst pns31 vhd xx n1 p-acp px31, pns31 vmd vhi vvn d; dt n1 cst vbz j vhd xx n1 av pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2455 a man had need shun all the occasions of evil; a man had need shun all the occasions of evil; dt n1 vhd n1 vvi d dt n2 pp-f j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2456 Joseph was a strong man, how can I do this wickedness? &c. all the temptations of his Mistriss could not allure him; Joseph was a strong man, how can I do this wickedness? etc. all the temptations of his Mistress could not allure him; np1 vbds dt j n1, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d n1? av d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmd xx vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2457 what was the cause of this? he would not hearken to his Mistris, nor be with her, Gen. 39. What made Achan to be so weak? he must needs take the Babylonish garment, and the wedge of gold; what was the cause of this? he would not harken to his Mistress, nor be with her, Gen. 39. What made achan to be so weak? he must needs take the Babylonish garment, and the wedge of gold; r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d? pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, ccx vbi p-acp pno31, np1 crd q-crq vvd np1 pc-acp vbi av j? pns31 vmb av vvi dt np1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2458 he gave way to the occasion, I looked upon it, saith he; he gave Way to the occasion, I looked upon it, Says he; pns31 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvd p-acp pn31, vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2459 he being privy to his own covetous heart, should have been shy of giving any occasion to the flesh; he being privy to his own covetous heart, should have been shy of giving any occasion to the Flesh; pns31 vbg j p-acp po31 d j n1, vmd vhi vbn j pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2460 but he giving way to the occasion was weak and not able to stand. but he giving Way to the occasion was weak and not able to stand. cc-acp pns31 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds j cc xx j pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 187 Page 68
2461 Fourthly, We should never go up and down without a constant continual purpose to please God; Fourthly, We should never go up and down without a constant continual purpose to please God; ord, pns12 vmd av-x vvi a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2462 when we first rise in the morning, we should think with our selves, well, I purpose to take heed of sin this day; when we First rise in the morning, we should think with our selves, well, I purpose to take heed of since this day; c-crq pns12 ord vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, av, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n1 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2463 so when I am at dinner, I will take heed that I let not the remembrance of God go out of my mind; so when I am At dinner, I will take heed that I let not the remembrance of God go out of my mind; av c-crq pns11 vbm p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vvi n1 cst pns11 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb av pp-f po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2464 I will have fresh thoughts of him while I am at board; I will have fresh thoughts of him while I am At board; pns11 vmb vhi j n2 pp-f pno31 cs pns11 vbm p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2465 as it is said of Daniel, he purposed not to defile himself with the Kings meat: as it is said of daniel, he purposed not to defile himself with the Kings meat: c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt ng1 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2466 So when we go into the fields, we should think with our selves, I purpose God willing, to beware that I may not come home with a guilty conscience, So when we go into the fields, we should think with our selves, I purpose God willing, to beware that I may not come home with a guilty conscience, av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, pns11 vvb np1 vvg, pc-acp vvi cst pns11 vmb xx vvi av-an p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2467 & do things that may be to my shame and wounding another day; & do things that may be to my shame and wounding Another day; cc vdb n2 cst vmb vbi p-acp po11 n1 cc vvg j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2468 when we are to come among wicked people, we should resolve before we come, I will let fall nothing to dishonour God; when we Are to come among wicked people, we should resolve before we come, I will let fallen nothing to dishonour God; c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, pns12 vmd vvi c-acp pns12 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi vvi pix p-acp n1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2469 thus if we would go armed up and down, we should go strongly; thus if we would go armed up and down, we should go strongly; av cs pns12 vmd vvi vvn a-acp cc a-acp, pns12 vmd vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2470 if we would make serious resolutions to cleave to God, and not to do evil, this would strengthen us; if we would make serious resolutions to cleave to God, and not to do evil, this would strengthen us; cs pns12 vmd vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc xx pc-acp vdi j-jn, d vmd vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2471 now when temptations meet us unresolved, we are not able to put them off. Fifthly, We should frequent the Ordinances of God. now when temptations meet us unresolved, we Are not able to put them off. Fifthly, We should frequent the Ordinances of God. av c-crq n2 vvb pno12 j, pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp. ord, pns12 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 188 Page 68
2472 First, We should be careful of hearing the word of God in a godly manner. First, We should be careful of hearing the word of God in a godly manner. ord, pns12 vmd vbi j pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2473 Strength and beauty are in his Sanctuary, Psal. 96. 6. there is strength to be had in Gods house, in Gods courts; Strength and beauty Are in his Sanctuary, Psalm 96. 6. there is strength to be had in God's house, in God's Courts; n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd a-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp npg1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2474 his Word and Ordinances are the food of the soul, that as bread strengthens a mans body, his Word and Ordinances Are the food of the soul, that as bred strengthens a men body, po31 n1 cc n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst p-acp n1 vvz dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2475 so this spiritual bread of life strengthens a mans soul. so this spiritual bred of life strengthens a men soul. av d j n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt ng1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2476 So again, For prayer, to go to God in prayer, that would strengthen us, Prov. 18. 10. So the Sacraments, they are a means to strengthen us; So again, For prayer, to go to God in prayer, that would strengthen us, Curae 18. 10. So the Sacraments, they Are a means to strengthen us; av av, c-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cst vmd vvi pno12, np1 crd crd np1 dt n2, pns32 vbr dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2477 to go to the Lords Table with hunger and thirst, and serious consideration of our own unworthiness, to go to the lords Table with hunger and thirst, and serious consideration of our own unworthiness, p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j n1 pp-f po12 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2478 and of our need, and with true faith unto it; and of our need, and with true faith unto it; cc pp-f po12 n1, cc p-acp j n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2479 the Lords Supper is a means to strengthen, as it is noted in the primitive Church, Acts 2. 42. so again for meditations, the lords Supper is a means to strengthen, as it is noted in the primitive Church, Acts 2. 42. so again for meditations, dt n2 n1 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, n2 crd crd av av p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2480 if we would meditate of the things we hear, of Gods word, and his blessings, and judgement, and warning we have from day to day; if we would meditate of the things we hear, of God's word, and his blessings, and judgement, and warning we have from day to day; cs pns12 vmd vvi pp-f dt n2 pns12 vvb, pp-f npg1 n1, cc po31 n2, cc n1, cc vvg pns12 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 68
2481 if we would digest these things, and chew them from day to day, they would yield a great deal of nourishment unto us; if we would digest these things, and chew them from day to day, they would yield a great deal of nourishment unto us; cs pns12 vmd vvi d n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 69
2482 as David saith, Blessed is the man whose meditations are in Gods Law, he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers side; as David Says, Blessed is the man whose meditations Are in God's Law, he shall be like a tree planted by the Rivers side; c-acp np1 vvz, vvn vbz dt n1 rg-crq n2 vbr p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 69
2483 and his leafe shall not wither, Psal. 1. 2, 3. that man shall flourish like a green bay tree: and his leaf shall not wither, Psalm 1. 2, 3. that man shall flourish like a green bay tree: cc po31 n1 vmb xx vvi, np1 crd crd, crd d n1 vmb vvi av-j dt j-jn n1 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 69
2484 So for holy conference, that is a great means to strengthen all good things; So for holy conference, that is a great means to strengthen all good things; av p-acp j n1, cst vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi d j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 69
2485 as those good people, when the times were bad, mark how they strengthned themselves, that they might not be infected with evil; as those good people, when the times were bad, mark how they strengthened themselves, that they might not be infected with evil; c-acp d j n1, c-crq dt n2 vbdr j, vvb c-crq pns32 vvn px32, cst pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 69
2486 they that feared the Lord spake often one to another, Mal. 3. 16. Sixthly, We should put forth our selves to the utmost in good duties; they that feared the Lord spoke often one to Another, Malachi 3. 16. Sixthly, We should put forth our selves to the utmost in good duties; pns32 cst vvd dt n1 vvd av crd p-acp n-jn, np1 crd crd j, pns12 vmd vvi av po12 n2 p-acp dt j p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 189 Page 69
2487 it is our lazinesse and idleness that we are not more able to do good, it is our laziness and idleness that we Are not more able to do good, pn31 vbz po12 n1 cc n1 cst pns12 vbr xx av-dc j pc-acp vdi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2488 and that we are so frail and infirm to do any thing that is of God; and that we Are so frail and infirm to do any thing that is of God; cc cst pns12 vbr av j cc j pc-acp vdi d n1 cst vbz pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2489 if we would take pains and put forth our selves, we should be strong; if we would take pains and put forth our selves, we should be strong; cs pns12 vmd vvi n2 cc vvd av po12 n2, pns12 vmd vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2490 and indeed what is strength but taking of pains when a man puts forth himself? as Eccles. 10. 10. that is, a man must take the more pains; and indeed what is strength but taking of pains when a man puts forth himself? as Eccles. 10. 10. that is, a man must take the more pains; cc av q-crq vbz n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz av px31? p-acp np1 crd crd cst vbz, dt n1 vmb vvi dt dc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2491 the more pains a man takes, the more strength he puts forth; the more pains a man Takes, the more strength he puts forth; dt dc n2 dt n1 vvz, dt av-dc n1 pns31 vvz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2492 there is no creature that God hath made besides man, but doth act to its utmost strength; there is no creature that God hath made beside man, but does act to its utmost strength; pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp vdz vvi p-acp po31 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2493 the fire burns as much as ever it can; and the light shines as much as ever it can; the fire burns as much as ever it can; and the Light shines as much as ever it can; dt n1 vvz p-acp d c-acp av pn31 vmb; cc dt n1 vvz p-acp d c-acp av pn31 vmb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2494 and the stone goes down as low as ever it can; every creature works as far as it can; and the stone Goes down as low as ever it can; every creature works as Far as it can; cc dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp j c-acp av pn31 vmb; d n1 vvz a-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vmb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2495 but now man he can limit his strength, because he hath reason and will, and according as he sees a thing more or less necessary, according as he sees it easier or harder to be attained, accordingly he lessens or puts forth his strength; but now man he can limit his strength, Because he hath reason and will, and according as he sees a thing more or less necessary, according as he sees it Easier or harder to be attained, accordingly he lessens or puts forth his strength; cc-acp av n1 pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz n1 cc n1, cc vvg c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 av-dc cc av-dc j, vvg c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 av-jc cc av-jc pc-acp vbi vvn, av-vvg pns31 vvz cc vvz av po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2496 and it is great reason that God should give man power to limit his strength, for he is to deal with the creature as well as with the Creator; and it is great reason that God should give man power to limit his strength, for he is to deal with the creature as well as with the Creator; cc pn31 vbz j n1 cst np1 vmd vvi n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2497 and if he should love and seek the creature as much as ever he can, this were Idolatry; and if he should love and seek the creature as much as ever he can, this were Idolatry; cc cs pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 c-acp d c-acp av pns31 vmb, d vbdr n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2498 therefore the Lord hath given a man power to limit his strength, not to let out all his love or fear upon any thing here below; Therefore the Lord hath given a man power to limit his strength, not to let out all his love or Fear upon any thing Here below; av dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi av d po31 n1 cc vvi p-acp d n1 av a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2499 but yet God doth not give a man that power to limit his strength, and the exercise of it towards his Maker, but yet God does not give a man that power to limit his strength, and the exercise of it towards his Maker, cc-acp av np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 cst n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2500 but he should let out all towards God; as David saith, let all that is within wee praise the Lord; but he should let out all towards God; as David Says, let all that is within we praise the Lord; cc-acp pns31 vmd vvi av av-d p-acp np1; c-acp np1 vvz, vvb d cst vbz p-acp pns12 vvb dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2501 he opens his floodgates wide, and lets out all towards God. Seventhly, Consider that all received strength is worth nothing unlesse God give us new supply; he Opens his floodgates wide, and lets out all towards God. Seventhly, Consider that all received strength is worth nothing unless God give us new supply; pns31 vvz po31 n2 j, cc vvb|pno12 av d p-acp np1. crd, vvb cst d j-vvn n1 vbz j pix cs np1 vvb pno12 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 190 Page 69
2502 wherefore are true Christians weak at any time, but because they think thus? I had true grace in the morning, Wherefore Are true Christians weak At any time, but Because they think thus? I had true grace in the morning, q-crq vbr j np1 j p-acp d n1, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb av? pns11 vhd j n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2503 and an hour ago I had the fear of God and the hatred of sin; and an hour ago I had the Fear of God and the hatred of since; cc dt n1 av pns11 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2504 and the consideration of this makes him that he is not so careful to keep close to Christ, and the consideration of this makes him that he is not so careful to keep close to christ, cc dt n1 pp-f d vvz pno31 cst pns31 vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2505 and to take heed of falling; and to take heed of falling; cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2506 he thinks, I had power the other day, and I was able to resist temptations then; this makes a man weak; he thinks, I had power the other day, and I was able to resist temptations then; this makes a man weak; pns31 vvz, pns11 vhd n1 dt j-jn n1, cc pns11 vbds j pc-acp vvi n2 av; d vvz dt n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2507 he thinks he had grace a while a go, and so trusts to that; for if a man do not still look up to Christ, and cleave unto him, he thinks he had grace a while a go, and so trusts to that; for if a man do not still look up to christ, and cleave unto him, pns31 vvz pns31 vhd n1 dt n1 dt vvb, cc av vvz p-acp d; c-acp cs dt n1 vdb xx av vvi a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2508 as if he had no strength, the man is presently a weak man, as weak as another man, and cannot stand; as if he had no strength, the man is presently a weak man, as weak as Another man, and cannot stand; c-acp cs pns31 vhd dx n1, dt n1 vbz av-j dt j n1, c-acp j c-acp j-jn n1, cc vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2509 a man cannot be strong in the grace that is in himself, but in the grace that is in God, Eph. 6. 10. Brethren, be strong in the Lord, a man cannot be strong in the grace that is in himself, but in the grace that is in God, Ephesians 6. 10. Brothers, be strong in the Lord, dt n1 vmbx vbi j p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1, np1 crd crd n1, vbb j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2510 and in the power of his might: and in the power of his might: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2511 And as Paul speaks to Timothy, though Timothy were a man that was as strong as any man upon the face of the earth almost, And as Paul speaks to Timothy, though Timothy were a man that was as strong as any man upon the face of the earth almost, cc p-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1, cs np1 vbdr dt n1 cst vbds a-acp j c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2512 yet he bids him not count himself strong in the grace that was in him, yet he bids him not count himself strong in the grace that was in him, av pns31 vvz pno31 xx vvi px31 j p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2513 but in the grace that is in Christ Jesus, 2 Tim. 2. 1. As it is with the air, which is not strong with the light that is in it self, but in the grace that is in christ jesus, 2 Tim. 2. 1. As it is with the air, which is not strong with the Light that is in it self, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1 np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2514 but with the light that is in the Sun; therefore we are careful not to shut the windows; but with the Light that is in the Sun; Therefore we Are careful not to shut the windows; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1; av pns12 vbr j xx pc-acp vvi dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2515 for if we shut the light of the Sun out, the air though it be light now, will be dark again in a moment; for if we shut the Light of the Sun out, the air though it be Light now, will be dark again in a moment; c-acp cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av, dt n1 cs pn31 vbb j av, vmb vbi j av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2516 therefore though the room be light, yet we keep the windows open, for the light of the air is strong in the light of the Sun; Therefore though the room be Light, yet we keep the windows open, for the Light of the air is strong in the Light of the Sun; av cs dt n1 vbb j, av pns12 vvb dt n2 j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2517 so a Christian should keep his windows ever open towards Christ; so a Christian should keep his windows ever open towards christ; av dt njp vmd vvi po31 n2 av j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2518 if a man ever turn his back again upon Christ, and neglect Christ, if he do not cleave to Christ, if a man ever turn his back again upon christ, and neglect christ, if he do not cleave to christ, cs dt n1 av vvi po31 n1 av p-acp np1, cc vvi np1, cs pns31 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2519 and take heed he do not provoke Christ against him, he is gone, he is as weak as can be; and take heed he do not provoke christ against him, he is gone, he is as weak as can be; cc vvb n1 pns31 vdb xx vvi np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz a-acp j c-acp vmb vbi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2520 as Ezra speaks, Ezr. 7. 28. I was strengthned as the hand of the Lord was upon me; as Ezra speaks, Ezra 7. 28. I was strengthened as the hand of the Lord was upon me; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 69
2521 no otherwise, if the Lord should take away his hand, he were gone though he had never so much strength, wisedom and parts; not otherwise, if the Lord should take away his hand, he were gone though he had never so much strength, Wisdom and parts; xx av, cs dt n1 vmd vvi av po31 n1, pns31 vbdr vvn cs pns31 vhd av-x av av-d n1, n1 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 70
2522 he were no body without God. Eighthly, Lastly, Take heed of striving against knowledge, or willingly; that weakens us horribly; he were no body without God. Eighthly, Lastly, Take heed of striving against knowledge, or willingly; that weakens us horribly; pns31 vbdr dx n1 p-acp np1. j, ord, vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, cc av-j; cst vvz pno12 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 191 Page 70
2523 and in particular take heed of pride; no man so weak as a proud man, nor so strong as an humble man, as a Divine speaks; and in particular take heed of pride; no man so weak as a proud man, nor so strong as an humble man, as a Divine speaks; cc p-acp j vvb n1 pp-f n1; dx n1 av j c-acp dt j n1, ccx av j c-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt j-jn vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 192 Page 70
2524 a man that is sensible of his own weakness, of his own being no body, of his own folly, a man that is sensible of his own weakness, of his own being no body, of his own folly, dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f po31 d n1, pp-f po31 d vbg dx n1, pp-f po31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 192 Page 70
2525 and that he is able to do nothing of himself, he that is sensible of this is strong; and that he is able to do nothing of himself, he that is sensible of this is strong; cc cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi pix pp-f px31, pns31 cst vbz j pp-f d vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 192 Page 70
2526 as Paul saith, 2 Cor. 12. 10. when we are weak then are we strong; as Paul Says, 2 Cor. 12. 10. when we Are weak then Are we strong; c-acp np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd c-crq pns12 vbr j av vbr pns12 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 192 Page 70
2527 that is, when we are humble and weak in our own apprehension and consideration, when we lay this to heart, that we are weak, then are we strong; that is, when we Are humble and weak in our own apprehension and consideration, when we lay this to heart, that we Are weak, then Are we strong; cst vbz, c-crq pns12 vbr j cc j p-acp po12 d n1 cc n1, c-crq pns12 vvb d p-acp n1, cst pns12 vbr j, av vbr pns12 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 192 Page 70
2528 for this makes a man lay about him, to cleave unto God. for this makes a man lay about him, to cleave unto God. p-acp d vvz dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 192 Page 70
2529 I have laid down divers directions for the strengthning of those good things that are in us, I have laid down diverse directions for the strengthening of those good things that Are in us, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp j n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 193 Page 70
2530 and I will now adde one more, because it is seasonable for the time. and I will now add one more, Because it is seasonable for the time. cc pns11 vmb av vvi pi dc, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 193 Page 70
2531 Make conscience of using and improving the Sacraments, for they are excellent Ordinances to strengthen a man. First, The Sacrament of Baptism; Make conscience of using and improving the Sacraments, for they Are excellent Ordinances to strengthen a man. First, The Sacrament of Baptism; vvb n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg dt n2, c-acp pns32 vbr j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1. ord, dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 194 Page 70
2532 I do not mean the meer receiving outward baptism, that is a weak thing; but when a man hath a care to improve his baptism. I do not mean the mere receiving outward Baptism, that is a weak thing; but when a man hath a care to improve his Baptism. pns11 vdb xx vvi dt j n-vvg j n1, cst vbz dt j n1; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2533 It is noted of Abraham, that he had faith before his circumcision; It is noted of Abraham, that he had faith before his circumcision; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vhd n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2534 but he received circumcision, the seal of the righteousness of faith, for this, that he might be the father of the faithful, Rom. 4. 19. Now he could believe incredible wonderful strange things, that would have staggered him before: but he received circumcision, the seal of the righteousness of faith, for this, that he might be the father of the faithful, Rom. 4. 19. Now he could believe incredible wondered strange things, that would have staggered him before: cc-acp pns31 vvd n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d, cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j, np1 crd crd av pns31 vmd vvi j j j n2, cst vmd vhi vvn pno31 a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2535 So when David was to fight against Goliah, he was a great warrier, and a mighty souldier, and David a weak stripling; So when David was to fight against Goliath, he was a great warrior, and a mighty soldier, and David a weak stripling; av c-crq np1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc dt j n1, cc np1 dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2536 now see how he strengthned himself against Goliah; he useth three argument, and one is taken from the Sacrament of Gods covenant; now see how he strengthened himself against Goliath; he uses three argument, and one is taken from the Sacrament of God's Covenant; av vvb c-crq pns31 vvn px31 p-acp np1; pns31 vvz crd n1, cc crd vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2537 he was an uncircumcised man, but David was circumcised, and within the covenant; he was an uncircumcised man, but David was circumcised, and within the Covenant; pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc-acp np1 vbds vvn, cc p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2538 What is this uncircumcised Philistin, to one that is circumcised and in covenant with God? and he hath given me the Sacrament of it, that he will help me and be with me, What is this uncircumcised Philistines, to one that is circumcised and in Covenant with God? and he hath given me the Sacrament of it, that he will help me and be with me, q-crq vbz d j np1, p-acp pi cst vbz vvn cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1? cc pns31 vhz vvn pno11 dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno11 cc vbb p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2539 and stand by me in all estates and conditions. So it was with the Gaoler; and stand by me in all estates and conditions. So it was with the Gaoler; cc vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp d n2 cc n2. av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2540 before when the Magistrates bid him put Paul and his fellows in the worst prison, he durst do no other; before when the Magistrates bid him put Paul and his Fellows in the worst prison, he durst doe no other; p-acp c-crq dt n2 vvb pno31 vvi np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt js n1, pns31 vvd n1 dx j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2541 and when he saw the prison doors open, he would have killed himself, he was not able to have any power over himself; and when he saw the prison doors open, he would have killed himself, he was not able to have any power over himself; cc c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 n2 j, pns31 vmd vhi vvn px31, pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2542 but when he had faith and was baptized, now he was able to take them out of the prison, but when he had faith and was baptised, now he was able to take them out of the prison, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd n1 cc vbds vvn, av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2543 and carry them to his own house, and give them the best entertainment; though the Magistrates counted them Roagues and vagabonds, he had gotten strength now. and carry them to his own house, and give them the best entertainment; though the Magistrates counted them Rogues and vagabonds, he had got strength now. cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvi pno32 dt js n1; cs dt n2 vvn pno32 n2 cc n2, pns31 vhd vvn n1 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 195 Page 70
2544 Secondly, The Sacrament of the Lords Supper is of great force, being used with faith and due preparation according to Gods Ordinance; Secondly, The Sacrament of the lords Supper is of great force, being used with faith and due preparation according to God's Ordinance; ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 vbz pp-f j n1, vbg vvn p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1 vvg p-acp ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 196 Page 70
2545 it is a Sacrament for the very nonce to help a mans faith, and strengthen him in every good thing. it is a Sacrament for the very nonce to help a men faith, and strengthen him in every good thing. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp d j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 196 Page 70
2546 First, Because this is the very nature of the Sacrament; it is the Sacrament of growth and increasing in grace; First, Because this is the very nature of the Sacrament; it is the Sacrament of growth and increasing in grace; ord, c-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2547 the other Sacrament puts a man into the estate of grace, and this strengthens a man in the estate of grace; the other Sacrament puts a man into the estate of grace, and this strengthens a man in the estate of grace; dt j-jn n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2548 therefore when Christ administred the Sacrament, he tells us, we may receive it as our very bread; Therefore when christ administered the Sacrament, he tells us, we may receive it as our very bred; av c-crq np1 vvd dt n1, pns31 vvz pno12, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po12 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2549 now Psal. 104. 15. bread strengthens a mans heart: now Psalm 104. 15. bred strengthens a men heart: av np1 crd crd n1 vvz dt ng1 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2550 He tells us if we come to the Sacrament aright, as our bodies receive bread and it strengthens them, He tells us if we come to the Sacrament aright, as our bodies receive bred and it strengthens them, pns31 vvz pno12 cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 av, c-acp po12 n2 vvi n1 cc pn31 vvz pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2551 so we may receive that which will nourish our souls; take, eat, this is my body; so we may receive that which will nourish our Souls; take, eat, this is my body; av pns12 vmb vvi d r-crq vmb vvi po12 n2; vvb, vvb, d vbz po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2552 will not this bread nourish you? directly my body is such a thing, that do but take it by faith, it shall strengthen you, just as this bread strengthens the body; will not this bred nourish you? directly my body is such a thing, that do but take it by faith, it shall strengthen you, just as this bred strengthens the body; vmb xx d n1 vvb pn22? av-j po11 n1 vbz d dt n1, cst vdb p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi pn22, j c-acp d n1 vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2553 as Eliah went in the strength of that meat he eat forty dayes and forty nights; as Elijah went in the strength of that meat he eat forty days and forty nights; c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst n1 pns31 vvd crd n2 cc crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2554 so if we come to this Sacrament understandingly and preparedly, it is most certain we shall have strength; so if we come to this Sacrament understandingly and preparedly, it is most certain we shall have strength; av cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 av-vvg cc av-vvn, pn31 vbz av-ds j pns12 vmb vhi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2555 may be not that we would have our selves; may be not that we would have our selves; vmb vbb xx cst pns12 vmd vhi po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 70
2556 may be we would have more grace, and more assistance, but we shall have that strength whereby we shall be able to go on in the service of God, doing good, may be we would have more grace, and more assistance, but we shall have that strength whereby we shall be able to go on in the service of God, doing good, vmb vbi pns12 vmd vhi n1 n1, cc dc n1, cc-acp pns12 vmb vhi d n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdg j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 71
2557 and shunning evil from day to day; My flesh is meat indeed, &c. And indeed it will nourish a man; and shunning evil from day to day; My Flesh is meat indeed, etc. And indeed it will nourish a man; cc vvg n-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n1; po11 n1 vbz n1 av, av cc av pn31 vmb vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 71
2558 as it is said of Jonathan, he was weak and faint, and his eyes grew dim; as it is said of Johnathan, he was weak and faint, and his eyes grew dim; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vbds j cc j, cc po31 n2 vvd j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 71
2559 but when he tasted a little honey, his strength came to him again: but when he tasted a little honey, his strength Come to him again: cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd dt j n1, po31 n1 vvd p-acp pno31 av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 71
2560 So the Sacrament received by a true Communicant, that sets himself to prepare his soule to partake of it, he shall have his eyes enlightned, So the Sacrament received by a true Communicant, that sets himself to prepare his soul to partake of it, he shall have his eyes enlightened, av dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst vvz px31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, pns31 vmb vhi po31 n2 vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 71
2561 and his heart quickened, he shall have some succour and relief from it to goe about every good word and work. and his heart quickened, he shall have Some succour and relief from it to go about every good word and work. cc po31 n1 vvd, pns31 vmb vhi d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 197 Page 71
2562 Secondly, It is a seal of Gods Covenant, and therefore must needs strengthen a man that is in Covenant with God, Secondly, It is a seal of God's Covenant, and Therefore must needs strengthen a man that is in Covenant with God, ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc av vmb av vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2563 if he come to it as it ought to become unto; if he come to it as it ought to become unto; cs pns31 vvb p-acp pn31 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2564 for what is the Covenant a true believer is in? I will make an everlasting Covenant, never to turn away from them to doe them good; for what is the Covenant a true believer is in? I will make an everlasting Covenant, never to turn away from them to do them good; p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 dt j n1 vbz p-acp? pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1, av-x pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi pno32 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2565 and I will put my fear into their hearts, &c. Jer. 32. 40. It is an everlasting Covenant, I will never let them goe, I will put a strong fear into their hearts, that they shall not doe as the wicked doe, they shall stand in awe of God; it is a strong light; others shall be deluded; they shall not be deluded; and I will put my Fear into their hearts, etc. Jer. 32. 40. It is an everlasting Covenant, I will never let them go, I will put a strong Fear into their hearts, that they shall not do as the wicked doe, they shall stand in awe of God; it is a strong Light; Others shall be deluded; they shall not be deluded; cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2, av np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno32 vvi, pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vdi c-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1; pn31 vbz dt j n1; n2-jn vmb vbi vvn; pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2566 it is a strong apprehension of the Word and Will of God; this is the Covenant of God. it is a strong apprehension of the Word and Will of God; this is the Covenant of God. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2567 Now when a man shall come to have this sealed, when God shall give this Sacrament to make this good, Now when a man shall come to have this sealed, when God shall give this Sacrament to make this good, av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi d vvn, c-crq np1 vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi d j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2568 and he takes the Sacrament upon it, that he will walk according to this Covenant, according to the grace that God hath given him; and he Takes the Sacrament upon it, that he will walk according to this Covenant, according to the grace that God hath given him; cc pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmb vvi vvg p-acp d n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2569 this man hath all the witnesses in heaven and earth; this man hath all the Witnesses in heaven and earth; d n1 vhz d dt n2 p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2570 why should he be weak in faith then? There be but three witnesses in heaven; he hath these that hath faith; why should he be weak in faith then? There be but three Witnesses in heaven; he hath these that hath faith; q-crq vmd pns31 vbi j p-acp n1 av? pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n2 p-acp n1; pns31 vhz d cst vhz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2571 there be but three on earth, the spirit, water, and blood; there be but three on earth, the Spirit, water, and blood; pc-acp vbi p-acp crd p-acp n1, dt n1, n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2572 by spirit, is meant the same spirit that works true faith and obedience in the hearts of his people; by Spirit, is meant the same Spirit that works true faith and Obedience in the hearts of his people; p-acp n1, vbz vvn dt d n1 cst vvz j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2573 then water, that is the water of Baptism; and blood, that is the blood of the Lords Supper; then water, that is the water of Baptism; and blood, that is the blood of the lords Supper; av n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; cc n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2574 the Lord doth witnesse eternal life to this mans heart; therefore what can this man want? the Lord does witness Eternal life to this men heart; Therefore what can this man want? dt n1 vdz vvi j n1 p-acp d ng1 n1; av q-crq vmb d n1 vvi? (7) treatise (DIV2) 198 Page 71
2575 Thirdly, This Sacrament is Communion with Jesus Christ, 1 Cor. 10. 16. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the Communion of the blood of Christ? &c. So that when a man comes to the Sacrament aright, he hath communion with Jesus Christ; Thirdly, This Sacrament is Communion with jesus christ, 1 Cor. 10. 16. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the Communion of the blood of christ? etc. So that when a man comes to the Sacrament aright, he hath communion with jesus christ; ord, d n1 vbz n1 p-acp np1 np1, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, vbz pn31 xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? av av cst c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 199 Page 71
2576 therefore he must needs be strengthened, though he were never so weak before; Therefore he must needs be strengthened, though he were never so weak before; av pns31 vmb av vbi vvn, cs pns31 vbdr av-x av j p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 199 Page 71
2577 as Solomon saith of the Contes, they are a feeble folke, and yet they make their houses in the Rocks, Prov. 30. 26. So true Christians are a feeble folk, as Solomon Says of the Contes, they Are a feeble folk, and yet they make their houses in the Rocks, Curae 30. 26. So true Christians Are a feeble folk, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt np1, pns32 vbr dt j n1, cc av pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd av j njpg2 vbr dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 199 Page 71
2578 yet they make their houses in the Rock, where they eat this spiritual meat, and drink this spiritual drink; yet they make their houses in the Rock, where they eat this spiritual meat, and drink this spiritual drink; av pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vvb d j n1, cc vvi d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 199 Page 71
2579 they drink of that Rock Jesus Christ; they drink of that Rock jesus christ; pns32 vvb pp-f d n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 199 Page 71
2580 when they draw neer to this Table, they draw neer to Christ, and therefore must needs gather strength; when they draw near to this Table, they draw near to christ, and Therefore must needs gather strength; c-crq pns32 vvb av-j p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp np1, cc av vmb av vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 199 Page 71
2581 they come to this Rock to be rooted and established in this Rock; and therefore must needs get strength. they come to this Rock to be rooted and established in this Rock; and Therefore must needs get strength. pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1; cc av vmb av vvi n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 199 Page 71
2582 Fourthly, Because this Sacrament is a Sacrament of communion with the members of Christ; Fourthly, Because this Sacrament is a Sacrament of communion with the members of christ; ord, c-acp d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2583 a man that rightly receives it, doth increase the Communion of Saints over all the world; a man that rightly receives it, does increase the Communion of Saints over all the world; dt n1 cst av-jn vvz pn31, vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2584 though he never saw them, yet he is loved more and more of all the Saints; though he never saw them, yet he is loved more and more of all the Saints; cs pns31 av-x vvd pno32, av pns31 vbz vvn av-dc cc dc pp-f d dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2585 therefore he must needs grow stronger: Therefore he must needs grow Stronger: av pns31 vmb av vvi jc: (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2586 Take a man that is woven into every man, there is hardly any man of any power but loves him, he hath friends everywhere; Take a man that is woven into every man, there is hardly any man of any power but loves him, he hath Friends everywhere; vvb dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz av d n1 pp-f d n1 cc-acp vvz pno31, pns31 vhz n2 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2587 this man is a strong man, as it is said of Absolom, he grew strong, this man is a strong man, as it is said of Absalom, he grew strong, d n1 vbz dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vvd j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2588 for the people increas'd continually with him, 2 Sam. 21. 15. So a Christian must needs grow strong, that truly hears the Word, and receives the Sacrament; for the people increased continually with him, 2 Sam. 21. 15. So a Christian must needs grow strong, that truly hears the Word, and receives the Sacrament; p-acp dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd np1 dt njp vmb av vvi j, cst av-j vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2589 for people still come flocking more and more unto him; for people still come flocking more and more unto him; p-acp n1 av vvn vvg n1 cc av-dc p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2590 for still as the Church comes to grow, or any soul comes to believe in Christ, he strengthens himselfe; for still as the Church comes to grow, or any soul comes to believe in christ, he strengthens himself; c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vvz px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2591 as Paul was strong in every Town where he went, in regard of the Communion of Saints; as Paul was strong in every Town where he went, in regard of the Communion of Saints; c-acp np1 vbds j p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2592 such a man is strong in regard of his infirmities, he hath many to help him to bear them; such a man is strong in regard of his infirmities, he hath many to help him to bear them; d dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vhz d pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 71
2593 he is strong also in regard of advice and counsel, he shall have the counsel of the Saints, Job 4. 3. If a man be doubtful what course to take when instruction comes, it strengthens a man much: he is strong also in regard of Advice and counsel, he shall have the counsel of the Saints, Job 4. 3. If a man be doubtful what course to take when instruction comes, it strengthens a man much: pns31 vbz j av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd cs dt n1 vbi j r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq n1 vvz, pn31 vvz dt n1 av-d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 72
2594 Now when a man hath communion with all the Saints, what abundance of counsel hath he? you may see how weak David was, he was not able to beat down his wrath and impatience: Now when a man hath communion with all the Saints, what abundance of counsel hath he? you may see how weak David was, he was not able to beatrice down his wrath and impatience: av c-crq dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp d dt n2, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vhz pns31? pn22 vmb vvi c-crq j np1 vbds, pns31 vbds xx j p-acp vvd a-acp po31 n1 cc n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 72
2595 Now when Abigail came with her good counsel, he blessed God for it. Now when Abigail Come with her good counsel, he blessed God for it. av c-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vvd np1 p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 200 Page 72
2596 Let us have a care to come so to the Sacrament, that we may be strengthened in all good things, that we may be more quickned up to every good word and work; Let us have a care to come so to the Sacrament, that we may be strengthened in all good things, that we may be more quickened up to every good word and work; vvb pno12 vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n2, cst pns12 vmb vbi av-dc vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2597 for it is a strengthening Ordinance; for it is a strengthening Ordinance; c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2598 it is appointed of God for the very nonce to strengthen Gods people in all business and employments they have to doe from day to day. it is appointed of God for the very nonce to strengthen God's people in all business and employments they have to do from day to day. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n2 pns32 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2599 When Moses, and all Israel received the Passeover, God smote the first borne of all Egypt, Psal. 105. 30. This was a seal that God smote all the strength of the Egyptians, but there was not one weak person among the Israelites: When Moses, and all Israel received the Passover, God smote the First born of all Egypt, Psalm 105. 30. This was a seal that God smote all the strength of the egyptians, but there was not one weak person among the Israelites: c-crq np1, cc d np1 vvd dt np1, np1 vvd dt ord vvn pp-f d np1, np1 crd crd d vbds dt n1 cst np1 vvd d dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cc-acp pc-acp vbds xx crd j n1 p-acp dt np2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2600 So if we did receive the Sacrament aright, there should not be a weak Christian among us, God would smite the Egyptians, and weaken the strength of all their lusts and corruptions; So if we did receive the Sacrament aright, there should not be a weak Christian among us, God would smite the egyptians, and weaken the strength of all their Lustiest and corruptions; av cs pns12 vdd vvi dt n1 av, pc-acp vmd xx vbi dt j njp p-acp pno12, np1 vmd vvi dt njp2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2601 is therefore any among us weak, and he cannot do this and that? his lusts are like the sons of Zerviah to David, too hard for him; is Therefore any among us weak, and he cannot do this and that? his Lustiest Are like the Sons of Zeruiah to David, too hard for him; vbz av d p-acp pno12 j, cc pns31 vmbx vdi d cc d? po31 n2 vbr j dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, av av-j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2602 Though I be anointed King, I am weak, &c. 2 Sam. 3. 39. So dost thou say, I am very weak this day, Though I be anointed King, I am weak, etc. 2 Sam. 3. 39. So dost thou say, I am very weak this day, cs pns11 vbb vvn n1, pns11 vbm j, av crd np1 crd crd av vd2 pns21 vvi, pns11 vbm av j d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2603 and though God hath anointed me King over my lusts, and I am a Christian that should have power over my lusts, and though God hath anointed me King over my Lustiest, and I am a Christian that should have power over my Lustiest, cc cs np1 vhz vvn pno11 n1 p-acp po11 n2, cc pns11 vbm dt njp cst vmd vhi n1 p-acp po11 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2604 yet these base lusts and cursed corruptions are too hard for me; yet these base Lustiest and cursed corruptions Are too hard for me; av d j n2 cc j-vvn n2 vbr av j c-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2605 I say, if we did but wisely and carefully, as we ought to do, goe to the Word and Sacrament, I say, if we did but wisely and carefully, as we ought to do, go to the Word and Sacrament, pns11 vvb, cs pns12 vdd p-acp av-j cc av-j, c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi, vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2606 and the rest of Gods Ordinances, we should have marvellous supply and help to carry us on in our Christian Combate: and the rest of God's Ordinances, we should have marvellous supply and help to carry us on in our Christian Combat: cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, pns12 vmd vhi j n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp po12 np1 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2607 It is a very remarkable thing, that when God would have Joshua and all Israel goe about that same hard work, to goe and encounter with 31 Kings of Canaan at one clap, It is a very remarkable thing, that when God would have joshua and all Israel go about that same hard work, to go and encounter with 31 Kings of Canaan At one clap, pn31 vbz dt av j n1, cst c-crq np1 vmd vhi np1 cc d np1 vvb p-acp d d j n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp crd n2 pp-f np1 p-acp crd n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2608 and they were now newly come into the Land of Canaan, and were hemmed in, the waters of Jordan came back, and they were now newly come into the Land of Canaan, and were hemmed in, the waters of Jordan Come back, cc pns32 vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbdr vvn p-acp, dt n2 pp-f n1 vvd av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2609 and they could not goe back again, it is to be noted that before God would have them strike a blow, he would have them take the Sacrament of Circumcision; and they could not go back again, it is to be noted that before God would have them strike a blow, he would have them take the Sacrament of Circumcision; cc pns32 vmd xx vvi av av, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn cst p-acp np1 vmd vhi pno32 vvi dt n1, pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2610 you know the Canaanites might have come and cut their throats when they were sore; you know the Canaanites might have come and Cut their throats when they were soar; pn22 vvb dt np2 vmd vhi vvn cc vvi po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2611 nay when they were circumcised, God would not have them goe fight yet, but they must take the Sacrament of the Passeover, which would cost them seven dayes; nay when they were circumcised, God would not have them go fight yet, but they must take the Sacrament of the Passover, which would cost them seven days; uh-x c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, np1 vmd xx vhb pno32 vvi n1 av, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1, r-crq vmd vvi pno32 crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2612 one would think this was not the way to be strong; one would think this was not the Way to be strong; pi vmd vvi d vbds xx dt n1 pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2613 but this was indeed the way to be strong, to go in the strength of heaven; but this was indeed the Way to be strong, to go in the strength of heaven; cc-acp d vbds av dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2614 this made the spirits of their enemies melt, for they were now within the Covenant of God; this made the spirits of their enemies melt, for they were now within the Covenant of God; d vvd dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vvi, c-acp pns32 vbdr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2615 therefore how should we help our own souls, if we would but go in the strength of Gods Covenant to prayer and every business we have to do, Therefore how should we help our own Souls, if we would but go in the strength of God's Covenant to prayer and every business we have to do, av q-crq vmd pns12 vvi po12 d n2, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1 cc d n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2616 and if we would but rightly partake of this Sacrament as a seal of the Covenant? nothing would make it so strong as this. and if we would but rightly partake of this Sacrament as a seal of the Covenant? nothing would make it so strong as this. cc cs pns12 vmd p-acp av-jn vvb pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? pix vmd vvi pn31 av j c-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 201 Page 72
2617 This may seem to condemn the most of us all generally. This may seem to condemn the most of us all generally. d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt ds pp-f pno12 d av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2618 How do Christians misse of the partaking of the Sacrament? what a deal of weakness is there among us? where is there a strong Christian? they can hardly doe any thing, or suffer any thing; How doe Christians miss of the partaking of the Sacrament? what a deal of weakness is there among us? where is there a strong Christian? they can hardly do any thing, or suffer any thing; q-crq n1 np1 n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1? q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz a-acp p-acp pno12? q-crq vbz a-acp dt j njp? pns32 vmb av vdi d n1, cc vvi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2619 whence is all this? this comes from not receiving the Sacrament as they ought to doe; whence is all this? this comes from not receiving the Sacrament as they ought to do; q-crq vbz d d? d vvz p-acp xx vvg dt n1 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2620 as the Apostle saith of bodily weakness, 1 Cor. 11. 30. For this cause many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep. as the Apostle Says of bodily weakness, 1 Cor. 11. 30. For this cause many Are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep. c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f j n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 d vbr j cc j p-acp pn22, cc d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2621 He speaks there of their unworthy receiving the Sacrament; this is the cause that your bodies are weak: He speaks there of their unworthy receiving the Sacrament; this is the cause that your bodies Are weak: pns31 vvz a-acp pp-f po32 j vvg dt n1; d vbz dt n1 cst po22 n2 vbr j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2622 So this is as true of the weakness of the soule; for this cause many are weak among you, and many have such sick souls; So this is as true of the weakness of the soul; for this cause many Are weak among you, and many have such sick Souls; av d vbz a-acp j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp d n1 d vbr j p-acp pn22, cc d vhb d j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2623 nay, many are even dead to all manner of good, even for this cause, the not receiving the Lords Supper in a right manner; nay, many Are even dead to all manner of good, even for this cause, the not receiving the lords Supper in a right manner; uh-x, d vbr av j p-acp d n1 pp-f j, av p-acp d n1, cs xx vvg dt n2 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2624 for if the Sacrament were duely come unto as it doth require, it is to strengthen us in grace, and against Satan; for if the Sacrament were duly come unto as it does require, it is to strengthen us in grace, and against Satan; c-acp cs dt n1 vbdr av-jn vvn p-acp c-acp pn31 vdz vvi, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2625 but when people come hand over head, when they pr•pare themselves slightly, pray slightly before they come, but when people come hand over head, when they pr•pare themselves slightly, pray slightly before they come, cc-acp q-crq n1 vvb n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vvb px32 av-j, vvb av-j c-acp pns32 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 72
2626 and come carelesle and negligently, and take not pains to come in due fashion, they rather strengthen themselves in sinne and Satan against them; and come carelesle and negligently, and take not pains to come in due fashion, they rather strengthen themselves in sin and Satan against them; cc vvb j cc av-j, cc vvb xx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 av-c vvi px32 p-acp n1 cc np1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2627 as it is said of Judas, after he had received the sop, the Devil entred into him, John 13. 27. you see he went away with more hardness of heart from the Lords Supper, then he came to it; as it is said of Judas, After he had received the sop, the devil entered into him, John 13. 27. you see he went away with more hardness of heart from the lords Supper, then he Come to it; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1, dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb pns31 vvd av p-acp dc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, cs pns31 vvd p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2628 he went away with more wrath and discontent against Christ and his blessed company then before; he went away with more wrath and discontent against christ and his blessed company then before; pns31 vvd av p-acp dc n1 cc n-jn p-acp np1 cc po31 j-vvn n1 av a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2629 the Devil had more strength then he had before: the devil had more strength then he had before: dt n1 vhd dc n1 cs pns31 vhd a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2630 A true Christian that comes to the Sacrament as he ought, gets more strength to his faith, more strength to his lively hope, more patience and meekness; A true Christian that comes to the Sacrament as he ought, gets more strength to his faith, more strength to his lively hope, more patience and meekness; dt j njp cst vvz p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd, vvz dc n1 p-acp po31 n1, dc n1 p-acp po31 j n1, dc n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2631 he strengthens all the graces of Gods spirit, and strengthens himselfe against Satan and his own flesh, he strengthens all the graces of God's Spirit, and strengthens himself against Satan and his own Flesh, pns31 vvz d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc vvz px31 p-acp np1 cc po31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2632 and against his l•sts and corruptions; but when a man comes otherwise, he doth not only not get strength against corruption, but corruption gets strength rather; and against his l•sts and corruptions; but when a man comes otherwise, he does not only not get strength against corruption, but corruption gets strength rather; cc p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av, pns31 vdz xx j xx vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp n1 vvz n1 av-c; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2633 he goes away with more corruption of heart, and more guiltiness of sinne then before, and is more heartless to prayer and good duties: he Goes away with more corruption of heart, and more guiltiness of sin then before, and is more heartless to prayer and good duties: pns31 vvz av p-acp dc n1 pp-f n1, cc dc n1 pp-f n1 av a-acp, cc vbz av-dc j p-acp n1 cc j n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2634 The Devil deals with men, as the Monk did with Henry the 7th. Emperour ▪ it is reported that he was poysoned by coming to the Sacrament; for he had poysoned it; The devil deals with men, as the Monk did with Henry the 7th. Emperor ▪ it is reported that he was poisoned by coming to the Sacrament; for he had poisoned it; dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, c-acp dt n1 vdd p-acp np1 dt ord. n1 ▪ pn31 vbz vvn cst pns31 vbds j-vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1; c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2635 so the Devil poysons the Sacrament to most men, they eat and drink their own damnation, so the devil poisons the Sacrament to most men, they eat and drink their own damnation, av dt n1 n2 dt n1 p-acp ds n2, pns32 vvb cc vvi po32 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2636 when they goe away from the Lords Supper they are worse then when they came, more weak and unable to put off Satan, when they go away from the lords Supper they Are Worse then when they Come, more weak and unable to put off Satan, c-crq pns32 vvb av p-acp dt n2 n1 pns32 vbr av-jc cs c-crq pns32 vvd, av-dc j cc j-u pc-acp vvi a-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2637 and more exposed to his fiery darts; and more exposed to his fiery darts; cc av-dc vvn p-acp po31 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2638 whereas if the Sacrament were approached unto according to the due order that God hath set down in his Word, we should gather, strength from it. whereas if the Sacrament were approached unto according to the due order that God hath Set down in his Word, we should gather, strength from it. cs cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst np1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmd vvi, n1 p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 202 Page 73
2639 This may serve to shew the reason why people get no more good by the Sacrament, This may serve to show the reason why people get no more good by the Sacrament, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq n1 vvb av-dx av-dc j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2640 and doe not meet with this strength that the Sacrament administers to every worthy Communicant in general, and do not meet with this strength that the Sacrament administers to every worthy Communicant in general, cc vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp d j j p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2641 because they doe not come in • right manner to the partaking of it; and when they doe not regard the manner, God doth not regard the matter; Because they do not come in • right manner to the partaking of it; and when they do not regard the manner, God does not regard the matter; c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp • av-jn n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; cc c-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1, np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2642 when they doe not come faithfully, and readily, and preparedly to the Table of the Lord, the Lord regards not their coming, when they do not come faithfully, and readily, and preparedly to the Table of the Lord, the Lord regards not their coming, c-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi av-j, cc av-j, cc av-vvn pc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz xx po32 n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2643 and they shall get no good by it; and they shall get no good by it; cc pns32 vmb vvi dx j p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2644 as Solomon saith, When a man is not ready to heare, he offers the sacrifice of f•ls, Eccles. 5. 1. So when a man receives the Sacrament, as Solomon Says, When a man is not ready to hear, he offers the sacrifice of f•ls, Eccles. 5. 1. So when a man receives the Sacrament, c-acp np1 vvz, c-crq dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2645 and is not ready to receive, he receives the Sacrament of fools; and is not ready to receive, he receives the Sacrament of Fools; cc vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2646 he doth not consider what a sacred thing it is, and what great matters are required of him, he does not Consider what a sacred thing it is, and what great matters Are required of him, pns31 vdz xx vvi r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz, cc r-crq j n2 vbr vvn pp-f pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2647 and what care and conscience is requisite thereunto; and what care and conscience is requisite thereunto; cc r-crq n1 cc n1 vbz j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2648 we should examine our selves, as the Apostle saith, 1 Cor. 11. 28. We must not only eat of that bread, we should examine our selves, as the Apostle Says, 1 Cor. 11. 28. We must not only eat of that bred, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi pp-f d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2649 and drink of that cup, for so even wretches and carnal people do, and never partake of any strength; and drink of that cup, for so even wretches and carnal people do, and never partake of any strength; cc n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp av j n2 cc j n1 vdb, cc av-x vvb pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2650 but we must partake of it after a right manner, as Christ saith, Luke. 12. 47. He that knew his Lords will, but we must partake of it After a right manner, as christ Says, Lycia. 12. 47. He that knew his lords will, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp np1 vvz, av. crd crd pns31 cst vvd po31 n2 vmb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2651 and prepared not himselfe to doe it, shall be beaten with many stripes; and prepared not himself to do it, shall be beaten with many stripes; cc vvd xx px31 pc-acp vdi pn31, vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2652 so when we know it is Gods will we should come preparedly, and we will not prepare our selves; so when we know it is God's will we should come preparedly, and we will not prepare our selves; av c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vbz ng1 vmb pns12 vmd vvi av-vvn, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2653 God will not strengthen us and help us against our lusts, but our lusts shal get head against us. This is in general. God will not strengthen us and help us against our Lustiest, but our Lustiest shall get head against us. This is in general. np1 vmb xx vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cc-acp po12 n2 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno12. d vbz p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2654 Now I come to speak of some particular reasons that hinder men from partaking aright of the Sacrament. Now I come to speak of Some particular Reasons that hinder men from partaking aright of the Sacrament. av pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f d j n2 cst vvb n2 p-acp vvg av pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 203 Page 73
2655 First, Because people come not to the Sacrament with a sense and feeling of their own wants; First, Because people come not to the Sacrament with a sense and feeling of their own Wants; ord, c-acp n1 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f po32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2656 if we would partake of strength by the Sacrament, before we come we must feel our wants, if we would partake of strength by the Sacrament, before we come we must feel our Wants, cs pns12 vmd vvi pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2657 how we want hope, and patience, and faith, and strength, we want spiritual understanding in the wayes of God; how we want hope, and patience, and faith, and strength, we want spiritual understanding in the ways of God; c-crq pns12 vvb n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, pns12 vvb j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2658 we should not only see this ▪ but feel it; people, may be, see this, that they want this or that; we should not only see this ▪ but feel it; people, may be, see this, that they want this or that; pns12 vmd xx av-j vvi d ▪ cc-acp vvb pn31; n1, vmb vbi, vvb d, cst pns32 vvb d cc d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2659 but there is no sound feeling of their wants; they are without faith, and do not feel it; but there is no found feeling of their Wants; they Are without faith, and do not feel it; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n-vvg pp-f po32 n2; pns32 vbr p-acp n1, cc vdb xx vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2660 without hope and patience, and doe not feel it; they do not find the want of these things. without hope and patience, and do not feel it; they do not find the want of these things. p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vdb xx vvi pn31; pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2661 Now Prov. 9. 4, 5. Wisedome saith to him that wanteth understanding, Come eat of my bread, &c. When a man doth want understanding, is not onely without it, Now Curae 9. 4, 5. Wisdom Says to him that Wants understanding, Come eat of my bred, etc. When a man does want understanding, is not only without it, av np1 crd crd, crd n1 vvz p-acp pno31 cst vvz n1, vvb vvi pp-f po11 n1, av c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi n1, vbz xx av-j p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2662 but feels the want of it; he is not only without strength and faith, but feels the want of it; but feels the want of it; he is not only without strength and faith, but feels the want of it; cc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31; pns31 vbz xx av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2663 he sees the want of wisedom and discretion, and Gods helping of him more and more; he sees the want of Wisdom and discretion, and God's helping of him more and more; pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n2 vvg pp-f pno31 n1 cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 73
2664 if it be so, eat of my bread, &c. if it be so, eat of my bred, etc. cs pn31 vbb av, vvb pp-f po11 n1, av (7) treatise (DIV2) 204 Page 74
2665 Secondly, Because people come without true repentance to the Lords Table, they do not repent of their sins, they do not break the league between them and their own wayes, they come to the Sacrament, Secondly, Because people come without true Repentance to the lords Table, they do not Repent of their Sins, they do not break the league between them and their own ways, they come to the Sacrament, ord, c-acp n1 vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 cc po32 d n2, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2666 and mean to think as they have done, and speak as they have done, and keep company as they have done, and mean to think as they have done, and speak as they have done, and keep company as they have done, cc vvb pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vhb vdn, cc vvi c-acp pns32 vhb vdn, cc vvi n1 c-acp pns32 vhb vdn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2667 and behave themselves in their places and callings as they have done, and no otherwise then they have done; and behave themselves in their places and callings as they have done, and no otherwise then they have done; cc vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 c-acp pns32 vhb vdn, cc dx av av pns32 vhb vdn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2668 and though they cry God mercy, and make some prayers, yet the covenant between them and their wicked courses was never broken; and though they cry God mercy, and make Some Prayers, yet the Covenant between them and their wicked courses was never broken; cc cs pns32 vvb np1 n1, cc vvi d n2, av dt n1 p-acp pno32 cc po32 j n2 vbds av-x vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2669 and therefore it can do them no good: and Therefore it can do them no good: cc av pn31 vmb vdi pno32 dx j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2670 People come to the Sacrament as Judas did, he came fresh from the Pharisees conspiring the betraying his Master, People come to the Sacrament as Judas did, he Come fresh from the Pharisees conspiring the betraying his Master, n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp np1 vdd, pns31 vvd j p-acp dt np2 vvg dt vvg po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2671 and as soon as he had done, he meant to go to them again, and so got no good by it; and as soon as he had done, he meant to go to them again, and so god no good by it; cc c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vdn, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av, cc av vvd dx j p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2672 whereas if we would get good by the Sacrament, that it may build us up in knowledge and believing, in having a care to please God, whereas if we would get good by the Sacrament, that it may built us up in knowledge and believing, in having a care to please God, cs cs pns12 vmd vvi j p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvg, p-acp vhg dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2673 and making conscience of all our wayes, we ought to root out our sins and corruptions, and making conscience of all our ways, we ought to root out our Sins and corruptions, cc vvg n1 pp-f d po12 n2, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi av po12 n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2674 and fling away our lusts and vile affections; and fling away our Lustiest and vile affections; cc vvb av po12 n2 cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2675 we should throw sin out of doors, as the Israelites were to throw leaven out of doors, we should throw since out of doors, as the Israelites were to throw leaven out of doors, pns12 vmd vvi n1 av pp-f n2, c-acp dt np1 vbdr pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2676 and not to have any in their houses; and not to have any in their houses; cc xx pc-acp vhi d p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2677 nay we should deal with sin, as Ammon did with Thamar; he hated her now more then he loved her before; nay we should deal with since, as Ammon did with Tamar; he hated her now more then he loved her before; uh pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1; pns31 vvd pno31 av av-dc cs pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2678 nay he put her out, and bolted the doore after her; nay he put her out, and bolted the door After her; uh-x pns31 vvd pno31 av, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2679 so though we loved vanity, and worldliness, and passion before, yet now we should hate them, so though we loved vanity, and worldliness, and passion before, yet now we should hate them, av cs pns12 vvd n1, cc n1, cc n1 a-acp, av av pns12 vmd vvi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2680 and put them out of doors, yea bolt the door after them, that they may come in no more. and put them out of doors, yea bolt the door After them, that they may come in no more. cc vvd pno32 av pp-f n2, uh n1 dt n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dx av-dc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2681 This is the way to come to the Sacrament, so as to get strength thereby; and the want of this is the cause that people go away so weak. This is the Way to come to the Sacrament, so as to get strength thereby; and the want of this is the cause that people go away so weak. d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 av; cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt n1 cst n1 vvb av av j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 205 Page 74
2682 Thirdly, Because they come without faith; Thirdly, Because they come without faith; ord, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2683 they come doubting to the Sacrament, Rom. 14. 23. He that doubteth, is damned if he eat. they come doubting to the Sacrament, Rom. 14. 23. He that doubteth, is damned if he eat. pns32 vvb vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz, vbz vvn cs pns31 vvb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2684 I may apply it to this; I may apply it to this; pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2685 he that doubts is damned if he receive the Sacrament, his own conscience will reprove him, his own soul will say, I have not done well, I have not pleased God in comming; he that doubts is damned if he receive the Sacrament, his own conscience will reprove him, his own soul will say, I have not done well, I have not pleased God in coming; pns31 cst vvz vbz vvn cs pns31 vvb dt n1, po31 d n1 vmb vvi pno31, po31 d n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vhb xx vdn av, pns11 vhb xx vvn np1 p-acp vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2686 his own conscience will condemn him, and damn him; his own conscience will condemn him, and damn him; po31 d n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2687 when he looks upon the Covenant of grace, he cannot apply it, conscience puts him off: when he looks upon the Covenant of grace, he cannot apply it, conscience puts him off: c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, n1 vvz pno31 a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2688 This is for want of true faith; This is for want of true faith; d vbz p-acp n1 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2689 if people would come to the Lords Table with faith, they would receive strength, as it is said of Moses, Heb. 11. 28. By faith he received the Passeover; if people would come to the lords Table with faith, they would receive strength, as it is said of Moses, Hebrew 11. 28. By faith he received the Passover; cs n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 pns31 vvd dt np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2690 so if by faith we would receive the Lords Supper, and beat down all doubts and fears of flesh and blood, so if by faith we would receive the lords Supper, and beatrice down all doubts and fears of Flesh and blood, av cs p-acp n1 pns12 vmd vvi dt n2 n1, cc vvd a-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2691 and resolve to cast our selves upon Christ and his promises, and let him have the disposing of us; and resolve to cast our selves upon christ and his promises, and let him have the disposing of us; cc vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, cc vvb pno31 vhi dt n-vvg pp-f pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2692 if we would truly cast our selves upon Christ, and believe in his name, and so come to the Sacrament, we should have strength; if we would truly cast our selves upon christ, and believe in his name, and so come to the Sacrament, we should have strength; cs pns12 vmd av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd vhi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2693 how can we get strength without this? Eph. 3. 17. When we come to the Sacrament, we come to partake of Christ, how can we get strength without this? Ephesians 3. 17. When we come to the Sacrament, we come to partake of christ, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi n1 p-acp d? np1 crd crd c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2694 and receive Christ, that we may dwell in Christ, and he in us. Now he will not doe thus without faith; faith is the wedding garment; and receive christ, that we may dwell in christ, and he in us. Now he will not do thus without faith; faith is the wedding garment; cc vvi np1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc pns31 p-acp pno12. av pns31 vmb xx vdi av p-acp n1; n1 vbz dt n1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2695 if we come without it, we shall be bound hand and foot and cast into utter darkness; if we come without it, we shall be bound hand and foot and cast into utter darkness; cs pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vbi vvn n1 cc n1 cc vvi p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2696 may be thou wert fettered before, but now thou shalt be more bound, even bound hand and foot, that thou canst not stir, may be thou Wertenberg fettered before, but now thou shalt be more bound, even bound hand and foot, that thou Canst not stir, vmb vbi pns21 vbd2r vvn p-acp, cc-acp av pns21 vm2 vbi av-dc vvn, av vvn n1 cc n1, cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2697 as the Apostle saith, Above all things take the shield of faith; as the Apostle Says, Above all things take the shield of faith; c-acp dt n1 vvz, p-acp d n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2698 so I may say, if you will come to the Sacrament to your own peace and comfort, above all things take the shield of faith. so I may say, if you will come to the Sacrament to your own peace and Comfort, above all things take the shield of faith. av pns11 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 d n1 cc n1, p-acp d n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2699 When men come to the Sacrament only with bodily eyes, and bodily hands, what do they get? nothing but a piece of bread, and a drop of wine; When men come to the Sacrament only with bodily eyes, and bodily hands, what do they get? nothing but a piece of bred, and a drop of wine; c-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp j n2, cc j n2, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi? pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2700 but if they had faith, they should have the evidence of things not seen; Christ, and heaven, and the covenant of grace, are not seen with bodily eyes; but if they had faith, they should have the evidence of things not seen; christ, and heaven, and the Covenant of grace, Are not seen with bodily eyes; cc-acp cs pns32 vhd n1, pns32 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn; np1, cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr xx vvn p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2701 faith would help them to the evidence of these things not seen; faith would help them to the evidence of these things not seen; n1 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 xx vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2702 as St. Austin speaks of a worthy Martyr, when he was to suffer Martyrdome, he took the Sacrament to strengthen him to suffer Martyrdom; as Saint Austin speaks of a worthy Martyr, when he was to suffer Martyrdom, he took the Sacrament to strengthen him to suffer Martyrdom; c-acp n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2703 and the Martyrs in the Primitive Church, every day expecting Martyrdom, they every day received the Sacrament to help them with strength; and the Martyrs in the Primitive Church, every day expecting Martyrdom, they every day received the Sacrament to help them with strength; cc dt n2 p-acp dt j n1, d n1 vvg n1, pns32 d n1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2704 but when we come to the Sacrament without faith, we deprive our selves of this benefit. but when we come to the Sacrament without faith, we deprive our selves of this benefit. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vvb po12 n2 pp-f d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 74
2705 Now as long as we give way to our sins, doubting will reign, and faith cannot be in our soules. Now as long as we give Way to our Sins, doubting will Reign, and faith cannot be in our Souls. av c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vvb n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvg vmb vvi, cc n1 vmbx vbi p-acp po12 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 206 Page 75
2706 Fourthly, Because they do not seek earnestly to God to blesse the Sacrament to them they do not make themselves strong in heaven before they come; Fourthly, Because they do not seek earnestly to God to bless the Sacrament to them they do not make themselves strong in heaven before they come; ord, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi av-j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 j p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 207 Page 75
2707 they do not go with strong cries and groans to the Throne of grace, that God would quicken them that they may get the good they ought to do at it. they do not go with strong cries and groans to the Throne of grace, that God would quicken them that they may get the good they ought to do At it. pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp j n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 cst pns32 vmb vvi dt j pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 207 Page 75
2708 If we would come to the Sacrament of Lords Supper as we ought to do, we should be earnest with God and wrestle with him, that he would make us sensible of our wants, If we would come to the Sacrament of lords Supper as we ought to do, we should be earnest with God and wrestle with him, that he would make us sensible of our Wants, cs pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 n1 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi, pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp np1 cc vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12 j pp-f po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 207 Page 75
2709 and that he would pluck up our hearts to come with faith, that he would strengthen us, that we may behave our selves well when we are there, and when we come away; and that he would pluck up our hearts to come with faith, that he would strengthen us, that we may behave our selves well when we Are there, and when we come away; cc cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 av c-crq pns12 vbr a-acp, cc c-crq pns12 vvb av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 207 Page 75
2710 every Ordinance of God is sanctified by the word and prayer, 1 Tim. 4. 5. Now because either people do not pray at all, every Ordinance of God is sanctified by the word and prayer, 1 Tim. 4. 5. Now Because either people do not pray At all, d n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd crd av c-acp d n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 207 Page 75
2711 or if they do, they are not earnest with God, therefore it is that they return home little the better. or if they do, they Are not earnest with God, Therefore it is that they return home little the better. cc cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vbr xx j p-acp np1, av pn31 vbz d pns32 vvb av-an av-j dt jc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 207 Page 75
2712 Fifthly, Because they do not behave themselves •ell when they are at it, they are not well occupied when they sit at the Lords Table, they know not how to employ themselves as the duty requires; Fifthly, Because they do not behave themselves •ell when they Are At it, they Are not well occupied when they fit At the lords Table, they know not how to employ themselves as the duty requires; ord, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 av c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp pn31, pns32 vbr xx av vvn c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 n1, pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 208 Page 75
2713 this is that would help us to true strength by the Sacrament, if we were well employed when we were at it. this is that would help us to true strength by the Sacrament, if we were well employed when we were At it. d vbz d vmd vvi pno12 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vbdr av vvn c-crq pns12 vbdr p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 208 Page 75
2714 Cant. 1. 12. While the King sitteth at his table, &c. saith the Church, that is, Cant 1. 12. While the King Sitteth At his table, etc. Says the Church, that is, np1 crd crd n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, av vvz dt n1, cst vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 208 Page 75
2715 while the King was enjoying communion with me and I with him, I was just at the same time very well employed; while the King was enjoying communion with me and I with him, I was just At the same time very well employed; cs dt n1 vbds vvg n1 p-acp pno11 cc pns11 p-acp pno31, pns11 vbds j p-acp dt d n1 av av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 208 Page 75
2716 I laboured in some measure to stir up all the graces that were in me, that my Spikenard might send up a sweet perfume into his nostrils, that my faith might work, and my love might work; I laboured in Some measure to stir up all the graces that were in me, that my Spikenard might send up a sweet perfume into his nostrils, that my faith might work, and my love might work; pns11 vvd p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno11, cst po11 np1 vmd vvi a-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst po11 n1 vmd vvi, cc po11 n1 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 208 Page 75
2717 so while we are sitting at the Lords Table, and the King sitteth down to bid us welcome; so while we Are sitting At the lords Table, and the King Sitteth down to bid us welcome; av cs pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n2 n1, cc dt n1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 208 Page 75
2718 we should labour to be well employed, to keep vanities out of our minds, and employ them well, that we may have a good meal before we go. we should labour to be well employed, to keep vanities out of our minds, and employ them well, that we may have a good meal before we go. pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av vvn, pc-acp vvi n2 av pp-f po12 n2, cc vvi pno32 av, cst pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1 c-acp pns12 vvb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 208 Page 75
2719 Sixthly, Because people when they have been at the Sacrament, they do not examine themselves diligently, whither they have got any good by the Sacrament; Sixthly, Because people when they have been At the Sacrament, they do not examine themselves diligently, whither they have god any good by the Sacrament; j, c-acp n1 c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 av-j, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2720 I have received the Sacrament, have I got any good by it? is my faith strengthned? am I yet backward to Gods will, untoward in his worship, dead in his service, am I still hovering and doubting in my conscience, have I no care of God, have I got no good by the Sacrament? if people would but call themselves to account, whither they have got any good by the Sacrament, this would do them a great deal of good; I have received the Sacrament, have I god any good by it? is my faith strengthened? am I yet backward to God's will, untoward in his worship, dead in his service, am I still hovering and doubting in my conscience, have I no care of God, have I god no good by the Sacrament? if people would but call themselves to account, whither they have god any good by the Sacrament, this would do them a great deal of good; pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, vhb pns11 vvn d j p-acp pn31? vbz po11 n1 vvn? vbm pns11 av av-j p-acp n2 vmb, j p-acp po31 n1, j p-acp po31 n1, vbm pns11 av vvg cc vvg p-acp po11 n1, vhb pns11 dx n1 pp-f np1, vhb pns11 vvn dx j p-acp dt n1? cs n1 vmd cc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d j p-acp dt n1, d vmd vdi pno32 dt j n1 pp-f j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2721 it would make them bewail and lament, and cry out if they got no good; people let things r•n on at six and sevens; it would make them bewail and lament, and cry out if they god no good; people let things r•n on At six and sevens; pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi, cc vvb av cs pns32 vvd dx j; n1 vvb n2 vvn a-acp p-acp crd cc crd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2722 if they get good, so it is; if they get none, so it is, but lay it not to heart; if they get good, so it is; if they get none, so it is, but lay it not to heart; cs pns32 vvb j, av pn31 vbz; cs pns32 vvb pix, av pn31 vbz, cc-acp vvb pn31 xx p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2723 whereas a godly heart when he hath been at an Ordinance, calls himself to account, and takes it marvellous heavily if he see he hath got no good; whereas a godly heart when he hath been At an Ordinance, calls himself to account, and Takes it marvellous heavily if he see he hath god no good; cs dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1, vvz px31 pc-acp vvi, cc vvz pn31 j av-j cs pns31 vvb pns31 vhz vvn dx j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2724 as the Church when she prayed, and saw her prayers did not prevail, it was a bitter thing to her; as the Church when she prayed, and saw her Prayers did not prevail, it was a bitter thing to her; c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd, cc vvd po31 n2 vdd xx vvi, pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2725 Thou hast covered thy self with a cloud, that our prayer should not pass thorow, Lam. 3. 44. when she saw she prayed, Thou hast covered thy self with a cloud, that our prayer should not pass thorough, Lam. 3. 44. when she saw she prayed, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cst po12 n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp, np1 crd crd c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2726 and strived, and tugged with God, and there was no comfort, O how she took it to heart, she made it the burthen of her complaint; and strived, and tugged with God, and there was no Comfort, Oh how she took it to heart, she made it the burden of her complaint; cc vvd, cc vvd p-acp np1, cc a-acp vbds dx n1, uh c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd pn31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2727 so if Christians would do thus, The Sacrament doth not take, the Lord covers himself with clouds, so if Christians would do thus, The Sacrament does not take, the Lord covers himself with Clouds, av cs np1 vmd vdi av, dt n1 vdz xx vvi, dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2728 and hides himself from me, he will not own me; and hides himself from me, he will not own me; cc vvz px31 p-acp pno11, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2729 we should go crying and yelling up and down to see that we do not get good by the Sacrament; we should go crying and yelling up and down to see that we do not get good by the Sacrament; pns12 vmd vvi vvg cc vvg a-acp cc a-acp pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vdb xx vvi j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2730 if we would do thus, we might get good by it. if we would do thus, we might get good by it. cs pns12 vmd vdi av, pns12 vmd vvi j p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 209 Page 75
2731 Seventhly, If people do get good by the Sacrament afterwards, yet they do not interpret this to be by the goodness of God in the Sacrament; Seventhly, If people do get good by the Sacrament afterwards, yet they do not interpret this to be by the Goodness of God in the Sacrament; crd, cs n1 vdb vvi j p-acp dt n1 av, av pns32 vdb xx vvi d pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 75
2732 may be they meet with some comfort and assistance now and then which might do them a world of good, may be they meet with Some Comfort and assistance now and then which might do them a world of good, vmb vbi pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 cc n1 av cc av r-crq vmd vdi pno32 dt n1 pp-f j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 75
2733 and strengthen their hearts wonderfully if they did look to it; and strengthen their hearts wonderfully if they did look to it; cc vvi po32 n2 av-j cs pns32 vdd vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 75
2734 when they have gotten many good blessings, now they do not construe this to be by reason of Gods Sacrament and Covenant; when they have got many good blessings, now they do not construe this to be by reason of God's Sacrament and Covenant; c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d j n2, av pns32 vdb xx vvi d pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 75
2735 if they did look upon it, O this came by vertue of Gods Covenant, and the seal of his Covenant to my soul, this would make them strong in Gods Covenant, and help them exceedingly; if they did look upon it, Oh this Come by virtue of God's Covenant, and the seal of his Covenant to my soul, this would make them strong in God's Covenant, and help them exceedingly; cs pns32 vdd vvi p-acp pn31, uh d vvd p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, d vmd vvi pno32 j p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvi pno32 av-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2736 thus David did, if he got any mercy at any time, still he laid it upon going to Gods Ordinances; thus David did, if he god any mercy At any time, still he laid it upon going to God's Ordinances; av np1 vdd, cs pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp d n1, av pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2737 this I had because I kept thy precepts; This I had because I prayed unto thee, and sought thee earnestly; this I had Because I kept thy Precepts; This I had Because I prayed unto thee, and sought thee earnestly; d pns11 vhd c-acp pns11 vvd po21 n2; d pns11 vhd c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp pno21, cc vvd pno21 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2738 I followed God earnestly, and now I see his infinite goodnesse and mercy towards me, how he hath rewarded me; I followed God earnestly, and now I see his infinite Goodness and mercy towards me, how he hath rewarded me; pns11 vvd np1 av-j, cc av pns11 vvb po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2739 I confess it was a poor thing I did, God might even have slung it as dung in my face, I confess it was a poor thing I did, God might even have slung it as dung in my face, pns11 vvb pn31 vbds dt j n1 pns11 vdd, np1 vmd av vhi vvn pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp po11 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2740 but see how he hath rewarded me: but see how he hath rewarded me: cc-acp vvb c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno11: (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2741 So if Christians would say, this I had because I was careful, though I had formerly neglected Gods Ordinances; So if Christians would say, this I had Because I was careful, though I had formerly neglected God's Ordinances; av cs np1 vmd vvi, d pns11 vhd c-acp pns11 vbds j, cs pns11 vhd av-j vvn npg1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2742 yet at last I came to seek him earnestly with my whole heart, and to come more preparedly and diligently to the Lords Supper, yet At last I Come to seek him earnestly with my Whole heart, and to come more preparedly and diligently to the lords Supper, av p-acp ord pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j p-acp po11 j-jn n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-dc av-vvn cc av-j p-acp dt n2 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2743 and now this I find I had by it; and now this I find I had by it; cc av d pns11 vvb pns11 vhd p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2744 how hath God blessed me since? how hath he assisted me, and lifted me over many rubs and temptations? I will have a care of this therefore afterwards; how hath God blessed me since? how hath he assisted me, and lifted me over many rubs and temptations? I will have a care of this Therefore afterwards; q-crq vhz np1 vvn pno11 a-acp? q-crq vhz pns31 vvn pno11, cc vvd pno11 p-acp d n2 cc n2? pns11 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f d av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2745 this would strengthen a man wonderfully, but for want of this people get little good. this would strengthen a man wonderfully, but for want of this people get little good. d vmd vvi dt n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 vvb j j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 210 Page 76
2746 Eighthly, Because Christians do not rowse and stir up the Sacraments that they have partaked of formerly, they do not provoke their souls to extort the efficacy and fruit of former Sacraments; Eighthly, Because Christians do not rouse and stir up the Sacraments that they have partaked of formerly, they do not provoke their Souls to extort the efficacy and fruit of former Sacraments; j, c-acp np1 vdb xx vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n2 cst pns32 vhb vvn pp-f av-j, pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2747 when Moses had perceived that all Israel had entered into Covenant with God, he rowseth up their hearts to look upon this Covenant, Deut. 26. 17, 18, 19. Then hast avouched the Lord this day to be thy God, &c. As who should say, you have entered into covenant with God this very day; when Moses had perceived that all Israel had entered into Covenant with God, he rouseth up their hearts to look upon this Covenant, Deuteronomy 26. 17, 18, 19. Then hast avouched the Lord this day to be thy God, etc. As who should say, you have entered into Covenant with God this very day; c-crq np1 vhd vvn cst d np1 vhd vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz a-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd av vh2 vvn dt n1 d n1 pc-acp vbi po21 n1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2748 now rowse up your selves and and consider what God hath done; this very God hath promised you to set you up above all Nations; now rouse up your selves and and Consider what God hath done; this very God hath promised you to Set you up above all nations; av vvi a-acp po22 n2 cc cc vvb r-crq np1 vhz vdn; d j np1 vhz vvn pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2749 then stir up your selves and believe God, and say, Why should I distrust God? certainly he will blesse me, and do good to me; then stir up your selves and believe God, and say, Why should I distrust God? Certainly he will bless me, and do good to me; av vvb a-acp po22 n2 cc vvb np1, cc vvi, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi np1? av-j pns31 vmb vvi pno11, cc vdb j p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2750 and this day thou hast vowed thy self to God, therefore rowse up thy self and think there is no going back; and this day thou hast vowed thy self to God, Therefore rouse up thy self and think there is no going back; cc d n1 pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 p-acp np1, av vvi a-acp po21 n1 cc vvb pc-acp vbz dx vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2751 I have made a covenant, and taken the Sacrament upon it, and now there is no going back; I have made a Covenant, and taken the Sacrament upon it, and now there is no going back; pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, cc vvn dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc av pc-acp vbz dx vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2752 as Luther speaks of a good Virgin, she was marvellously tempted by her lusts and corruptions; as Luther speaks of a good Virgae, she was marvellously tempted by her Lustiest and corruptions; c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2753 she helped herself by the covenant; she helped herself by the Covenant; pns31 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2754 I am a Christian, and am baptized, I have taken the Sacrament upon it, and will not yield; I am a Christian, and am baptised, I have taken the Sacrament upon it, and will not yield; pns11 vbm dt njp, cc vbm vvn, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc vmb xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2755 and this did marvellously help her; but when Christians neglect this, no marvel though they continue weak still; and this did marvellously help her; but when Christians neglect this, no marvel though they continue weak still; cc d vdd av-j vvi pno31; cc-acp c-crq np1 vvb d, dx n1 cs pns32 vvb j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2756 nay, most people though they have been at the Sacrament make no conscience of their vows to God, they break covenant with God, nay, most people though they have been At the Sacrament make no conscience of their vows to God, they break Covenant with God, uh-x, ds n1 cs pns32 vhb vbn p-acp dt n1 vvb dx n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2757 therefore no marvel they get no good by the Sacrament. REV. 3. 2. Be watchful therefore and strengthen the things which remain, &c. STrengthen the things which remain; Therefore no marvel they get no good by the Sacrament. REV. 3. 2. Be watchful Therefore and strengthen the things which remain, etc. STrengthen the things which remain; av dx n1 pns32 vvb dx j p-acp dt n1. np1. crd crd vbb j av cc vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb, av vvb dt n2 r-crq vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 211 Page 76
2758 As who should say, thou hast some grace in thee, but what grace? nothing but the remainder of a great deal; more thou hast had formerly; As who should say, thou hast Some grace in thee, but what grace? nothing but the remainder of a great deal; more thou hast had formerly; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vh2 d n1 p-acp pno21, cc-acp q-crq n1? pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; n1 pns21 vh2 vhd av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 212 Page 77
2759 thou hast been more earnest, and more fruitful, and hast abounded in the work of the Lord, thou hast had more a great deal, thou art horribly grown down the wind, thou hast nothing but the remainders of what thou hadst, thou hast been more earnest, and more fruitful, and hast abounded in the work of the Lord, thou hast had more a great deal, thou art horribly grown down the wind, thou hast nothing but the remainders of what thou Hadst, pns21 vh2 vbn av-dc j, cc av-dc j, cc vh2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vh2 vhd dc dt j n1, pns21 vb2r av-j vvn a-acp dt n1, pns21 vh2 pix cc-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq pns21 vhd2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 212 Page 77
2760 therefore it is high time for thee to go and strengthen the things that remain. Therefore it is high time for thee to go and strengthen the things that remain. av pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 cst vvb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 212 Page 77
2761 Now here by the way, before we come to the main point, we may observe That a child of God cannot fall totally away; Now Here by the Way, before we come to the main point, we may observe That a child of God cannot fallen totally away; av av p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vmb vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2762 there will be ever something that remains; though he may lose much of his good graces, he cannot lose all; there will be ever something that remains; though he may loose much of his good graces, he cannot loose all; pc-acp vmb vbi av pi cst vvz; cs pns31 vmb vvi d pp-f po31 j n2, pns31 vmbx vvi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2763 though Sardis was brought to a low ebbe, yet there was something remaining; though Sardis was brought to a low ebb, yet there was something remaining; cs np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j vvi, av a-acp vbds pi vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2764 I say, a child of God can never come to such a low pass, but he shall have something remaining; I say, a child of God can never come to such a low pass, but he shall have something remaining; pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi pi vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2765 he may have horrible declinings, and woful decayings of grace, but he can never come to this passe, to have no grace, no faith, no love to God, no ca•e of his name, to be a wicked man again, there will be something remaining in him that is good; he may have horrible declinings, and woeful decayings of grace, but he can never come to this pass, to have no grace, no faith, no love to God, no ca•e of his name, to be a wicked man again, there will be something remaining in him that is good; pns31 vmb vhi j n2, cc j n2-vvg pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vhi dx n1, dx n1, dx n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi dt j n1 av, pc-acp vmb vbi pi vvg p-acp pno31 cst vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2766 as we may see, 1 J•hn 3. 9. Whosoever is born of God sinneth not, for the seed of God rem•ineth in him; as we may see, 1 J•hn 3. 9. Whosoever is born of God Sinneth not, for the seed of God rem•ineth in him; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2767 a child of God that is born of God cannot sin, that is, he cannot absolutely and totally fall away, there will be good things in him as long as he lives, there will be a seed remaining in him for ever; a child of God that is born of God cannot sin, that is, he cannot absolutely and totally fallen away, there will be good things in him as long as he lives, there will be a seed remaining in him for ever; dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1 vmbx vvi, cst vbz, pns31 vmbx av-j cc av-j vvi av, pc-acp vmb vbi j n2 p-acp pno31 c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2768 he can never be a bankrupt, and come to nothing; he can never be a bankrupt, and come to nothing; pns31 vmb av-x vbi dt j-jn, cc vvb p-acp pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2769 he shall be a godly man, and a child of God, and one that fears Gods name for ever; he shall be a godly man, and a child of God, and one that fears God's name for ever; pns31 vmb vbi dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pi cst vvz ng1 n1 p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2770 he cannot lose all, though he lose much; he cannot loose all, though he loose much; pns31 vmbx vvi d, cs pns31 vvb d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2771 as it is said of J•hoshaphat, though he yielded much to sin, and gave way to the lusts of his own heart in an horrible manner, as it is said of J•hoshaphat, though he yielded much to since, and gave Way to the Lustiest of his own heart in an horrible manner, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvd av-d p-acp n1, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2772 yet there was something remaining in him; yet there was something remaining in him; av a-acp vbds pi vvg p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2773 though he had greatly dishonoured God, and distempered his own soul, so far forth as to love the ungodly, though he had greatly dishonoured God, and distempered his own soul, so Far forth as to love the ungodly, cs pns31 vhd av-j vvn np1, cc vvd po31 d n1, av av-j av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2774 and to help those that were the enemies of God; yet saith the Text, there are good things sound in thee; and to help those that were the enemies of God; yet Says the Text, there Are good things found in thee; cc pc-acp vvi d cst vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1; av vvz dt n1, a-acp vbr j n2 vvb p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2775 he was not quite deprived of all the graces of Gods blessed spirit, but there were good things in him still; he was not quite deprived of all the graces of God's blessed Spirit, but there were good things in him still; pns31 vbds xx av vvn pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n2 j-vvn n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbdr j n2 p-acp pno31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2776 so the five wise Virgins, though they slumbred and slept, and were exceeding secure, yet their lamps were not gone out; so the five wise Virgins, though they slumbered and slept, and were exceeding secure, yet their lamps were not gone out; av dt crd j n2, cs pns32 vvd cc vvd, cc vbdr av-vvg j, av po32 n2 vbdr xx vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2777 I may compare a Christian to a cup of right Canarie Wine, that no frost in the world can quite freeze; I may compare a Christian to a cup of right Canary Wine, that no frost in the world can quite freeze; pns11 vmb vvi dt njp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 n1, cst dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2778 it may freeze it very much, but yet there will be some spirits of the Wine remaining unfroz•n; it may freeze it very much, but yet there will be Some spirits of the Wine remaining unfroz•n; pn31 vmb vvi pn31 av av-d, cc-acp av pc-acp vmb vbi d n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2779 so godly men are an everlasting foundation, all cannot possibly be spent and consumed in them, they shall have something remaining in them. so godly men Are an everlasting Foundation, all cannot possibly be spent and consumed in them, they shall have something remaining in them. av j n2 vbr dt j n1, d vmbx av-j vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vhi pi vvg p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2780 Now I will tell you, First, What is not the reason of this. Secondly, What is the reason of it. Now I will tell you, First, What is not the reason of this. Secondly, What is the reason of it. av pns11 vmb vvi pn22, ord, q-crq vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d. ord, q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 213 Page 77
2781 First, Not any thing in himself; it is not any grace received in it self, it is nothing in thee; First, Not any thing in himself; it is not any grace received in it self, it is nothing in thee; ord, xx d n1 p-acp px31; pn31 vbz xx d n1 vvn p-acp pn31 n1, pn31 vbz pix p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 77
2782 no not the image of God in thee, nor any holiness, nor mortification; there is nothing in him keeps him from falling away; no not the image of God in thee, nor any holiness, nor mortification; there is nothing in him keeps him from falling away; uh-dx xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21, ccx d n1, ccx n1; pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno31 vvz pno31 p-acp vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 77
2783 for let a man have all the grace that ever any man had, he may fall totally for all that; for let a man have all the grace that ever any man had, he may fallen totally for all that; p-acp vvb dt n1 vhb d dt n1 cst av d n1 vhd, pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 77
2784 nay, if he were as holy inherently as Adam in his innocency, he may fall away totally; nay, if he were as holy inherently as Adam in his innocency, he may fallen away totally; uh-x, cs pns31 vbdr a-acp j av-j c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi av av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 77
2785 nay, if he were as holy as the Angels in Heaven, and were in the same estate that the Angels in Heaven are; nay, if he were as holy as the Angels in Heaven, and were in the same estate that the Angels in Heaven Are; uh-x, cs pns31 vbdr a-acp j c-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, cc vbdr p-acp dt d n1 cst dt n2 p-acp n1 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2786 they are not immutable in their own nature, therefore that they are confirmed in grace, it is Gods goodness and mercy to them, it is nothing in themselves; they Are not immutable in their own nature, Therefore that they Are confirmed in grace, it is God's Goodness and mercy to them, it is nothing in themselves; pns32 vbr xx j p-acp po32 d n1, av cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vbz ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz pix p-acp px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2787 those Angels that do stand, may fall notwithstanding any thing that is in them; those Angels that do stand, may fallen notwithstanding any thing that is in them; d n2 cst vdb vvi, vmb vvi a-acp d n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2788 no grace received will keep a man from falling totally away, if he have not the fountain and the favour of God to keep him, no grace received will keep a man from falling totally away, if he have not the fountain and the favour of God to keep him, uh-dx n1 vvn vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg av-j av, cs pns31 vhb xx dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2789 if he have not a better bottom then himself; if he have not a better bottom then himself; cs pns31 vhb xx dt jc n1 cs px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2790 intrinsecal unchangableness is only a property of the Lord, Mal. 3. 6. All creatures may change, intrinsical unchangeableness is only a property of the Lord, Malachi 3. 6. All creatures may change, vvb n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd av-d n2 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2791 if they had a thousand times more of the image of God, yet they may change and fall, if they had a thousand times more of the image of God, yet they may change and fallen, cs pns32 vhd dt crd n2 av-dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2792 and lose all notwithstanding any thing they have received; it is nothing in a mans self; and loose all notwithstanding any thing they have received; it is nothing in a men self; cc vvi d p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb vvn; pn31 vbz pix p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2793 Now I will make this appear that it is not any thing in a mans self. Now I will make this appear that it is not any thing in a men self. av pns11 vmb vvi d vvi cst pn31 vbz xx d n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 214 Page 78
2794 First, Because the godliest man in the world is bid to look upon himself as one that may fall absolutely into any sin in the world in himself; First, Because the Godliest man in the world is bid to look upon himself as one that may fallen absolutely into any since in the world in himself; ord, c-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 c-acp pi cst vmb vvi av-j p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2795 for all the love he hath of God, he may yet hate him; for all the fear he hath of God, he may yet slight him; for all the love he hath of God, he may yet hate him; for all the Fear he hath of God, he may yet slight him; p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vhz pp-f n1, pns31 vmb av vvi pno31; c-acp d dt n1 pns31 vhz pp-f n1, pns31 vmb av vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2796 a child of God is commanded to look upon himself, as left to himself, to be in a woful case; a child of God is commanded to look upon himself, as left to himself, to be in a woeful case; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, c-acp vvn p-acp px31, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2797 that he may fall finally and totally away, to be nothing and worse then nothing; that he may fallen finally and totally away, to be nothing and Worse then nothing; cst pns31 vmb vvi av-j cc av-j av, pc-acp vbi pix cc av-jc cs pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2798 as the Apostle saith, Gal. 6. 1. if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye that are spiritual restore such a man, knowing that ye your selves also may be tempted that is, consider, it may be thy case, thou mayst be tempted to fall as well as he, and worse too; as the Apostle Says, Gal. 6. 1. if a man be overtaken in a fault, you that Are spiritual restore such a man, knowing that the your selves also may be tempted that is, Consider, it may be thy case, thou Mayest be tempted to fallen as well as he, and Worse too; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 cst vbr j vvb d dt n1, vvg cst dt po22 n2 av vmb vbi vvn cst vbz, vvb, pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi c-acp av c-acp pns31, cc jc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2799 you that are spiritual, though you be never so spiritual, though your minds be never so wrapt up with God, you that Are spiritual, though you be never so spiritual, though your minds be never so wrapped up with God, pn22 cst vbr j, cs pn22 vbb av-x av j, cs po22 n2 vbb av-x av vvn a-acp p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2800 and taken up with spiritual things, yet you are not so spiritual, but if you will hearken to the counsel of your own hearts, you may be carnal and brutish; and taken up with spiritual things, yet you Are not so spiritual, but if you will harken to the counsel of your own hearts, you may be carnal and brutish; cc vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, av pn22 vbr xx av j, cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, pn22 vmb vbi j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2801 look upon thy self as a poor miserable creature; look upon thy self as a poor miserable creature; vvb p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt j j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2802 though thou hast never so much grace, thou canst not keep it, unlesse thou hast a better keeper then thy self. though thou hast never so much grace, thou Canst not keep it, unless thou hast a better keeper then thy self. cs pns21 vh2 av-x av av-d n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi pn31, cs pns21 vh2 dt jc n1 cs po21 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 215 Page 78
2803 Secondly, Because the people of God are bound to fear themselves (I bring the very arguments that they bring that hold a child of God may fall away totally; Secondly, Because the people of God Are bound to Fear themselves (I bring the very Arguments that they bring that hold a child of God may fallen away totally; ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi px32 (pns11 vvb dt j n2 cst pns32 vvb cst vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2804 therefore I grant them that the arguments are good, that in themselves they may fall away) and I say a child of God is commanded to fear; be not high-minded but fear; Therefore I grant them that the Arguments Are good, that in themselves they may fallen away) and I say a child of God is commanded to Fear; be not High-minded but Fear; av pns11 vvb pno32 d dt n2 vbr j, cst p-acp px32 pns32 vmb vvi av) cc pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi; vbb xx j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2805 that is, though thou hast an excellent faith, and standest by faith, yet be not high-minded, do not think thou art higher then thou art, that is, though thou hast an excellent faith, and Standest by faith, yet be not High-minded, do not think thou art higher then thou art, d vbz, cs pns21 vh2 dt j n1, cc vv2 p-acp n1, av vbb xx j, vdb xx vvi pns21 vb2r jc cs pns21 vb2r, (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2806 and remoter from the power of the flesh then thou art; be not proud and conceited; and Remoter from the power of the Flesh then thou art; be not proud and conceited; cc jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cs pns21 vb2r; vbb xx j cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2807 for all the faith thou hast, thou mayst distrust God; for all the faith thou hast, thou Mayest distrust God; p-acp d dt n1 pns21 vh2, pns21 vm2 vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2808 and if God leave thee to thy self thou mayst be an unbeliever, and as vile an infidel as ever breathed upon the face of the earth; and if God leave thee to thy self thou Mayest be an unbeliever, and as vile an infidel as ever breathed upon the face of the earth; cc cs np1 vvb pno21 p-acp po21 n1 pns21 vm2 vbi dt n1, cc p-acp j dt n1 c-acp av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2809 in thy self thou hast as vile a wretched heart as any man, which if thou wert left to thy self would quickly shew what it is, Phil. 2. 12. 13. work out your salvation with fear and trembling; in thy self thou hast as vile a wretched heart as any man, which if thou Wertenberg left to thy self would quickly show what it is, Philip 2. 12. 13. work out your salvation with Fear and trembling; p-acp po21 n1 pns21 vh2 p-acp j dt j n1 c-acp d n1, r-crq cs pns21 vbd2r vvn p-acp po21 n1 vmd av-j vvi r-crq pn31 vbz, np1 crd crd crd n1 av po22 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2810 for God worketh both the will and the deed: for God works both the will and the deed: p-acp np1 vvz d dt n1 cc dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2811 As who should say, I do not deny but a child of God doth depend upon the good pleasure of God, As who should say, I do not deny but a child of God does depend upon the good pleasure of God, c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2812 and is built upon his eternal counsel; and is built upon his Eternal counsel; cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2813 he is not built upon his own pleasure, he doth not stand upon the hap hazard of his own will, he is not built upon his own pleasure, he does not stand upon the hap hazard of his own will, pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2814 but upon the good pleasure of Gods will; but saith he, it is our part to fear; but upon the good pleasure of God's will; but Says he, it is our part to Fear; cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 vmb; cc-acp vvz pns31, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2815 for we for our part may fall, we can do nothing, no more then we are holpen; for we for our part may fallen, we can do nothing, no more then we Are helped; c-acp pns12 p-acp po12 n1 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb vdi pix, av-dx dc cs pns12 vbr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2816 no more then God doth stand by us, and keep us from falling; it is our part to fear and tremble from day to day; no more then God does stand by us, and keep us from falling; it is our part to Fear and tremble from day to day; dx dc cs np1 vdz vvi p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 p-acp vvg; pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2817 as the Apostle saith, Heb. 4. 1. let us fear, lest having the promises of entring into his rest, any of us should fall short: Let us fear; as the Apostle Says, Hebrew 4. 1. let us Fear, lest having the promises of entering into his rest, any of us should fallen short: Let us Fear; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb pno12 vvi, cs vhg dt n2 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 n1, d pp-f pno12 vmd vvi j: vvb pno12 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2818 as who should say, we are in danger of coming short, we are in danger to fall, as who should say, we Are in danger of coming short, we Are in danger to fallen, c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f vvg j, pns12 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2819 and not to reach the Kingdom of Heaven; and not to reach the Kingdom of Heaven; cc xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2820 how many temptations are there? what a vile flesh do we carry about with us? therefore let us fear. how many temptations Are there? what a vile Flesh do we carry about with us? Therefore let us Fear. c-crq d n2 vbr a-acp? q-crq dt j n1 vdb pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp pno12? av vvb pno12 vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 216 Page 78
2821 Thirdly, The children of God are commanded to take heed, lest they fall totally away; Thirdly, The children of God Are commanded to take heed, lest they fallen totally away; ord, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi n1, cs pns32 vvb av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 78
2822 where note they may for all that is in themselves, for any grace that is received; where note they may for all that is in themselves, for any grace that is received; q-crq n1 pns32 vmb p-acp d cst vbz p-acp px32, p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 78
2823 therefore God calls upon them to cling to him, and •o cleave to him, that he may not be provoked to withhold himself from them; Therefore God calls upon them to cling to him, and •o cleave to him, that he may not be provoked to withhold himself from them; av np1 vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc av vvb p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2824 as we may see, Heb. 12. 15. take heed lest any man fail of the grace of God, &c. Take heed, look diligently to your selves, as we may see, Hebrew 12. 15. take heed lest any man fail of the grace of God, etc. Take heed, look diligently to your selves, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd vvb n1 cs d n1 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvb n1, vvb av-j p-acp po22 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2825 lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any man fail of the grace of God; cs d n1 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2826 if you mean to go to heaven, I can tell you you must have care and diligence, and look to your selves; if you mean to go to heaven, I can tell you you must have care and diligence, and look to your selves; cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pn22 vmb vhi n1 cc n1, cc vvb p-acp po22 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2827 take heed you be not proud and worldly; take heed you be not proud and worldly; vvb n1 pn22 vbb xx j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2828 take heed you suffer not security nor any other corruption to steal upon you, and hinder you from going on in a godly course; take heed you suffer not security nor any other corruption to steal upon you, and hinder you from going on in a godly course; vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx n1 ccx d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvi pn22 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2829 take heed lest any of you fail of the grace of God; take heed lest any of you fail of the grace of God; vvb n1 cs d pp-f pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2830 what do these words import ▪ but that a man in himself is in greiveous danger, in regard of falling totally away? so 1 Cor. 10. 12. he that stands, let him take heed lest he falls, what do these words import ▪ but that a man in himself is in grievous danger, in regard of falling totally away? so 1 Cor. 10. 12. he that Stands, let him take heed lest he falls, q-crq vdb d n2 vvi ▪ cc-acp cst dt n1 p-acp px31 vbz p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg av-j av? av crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz, vvb pno31 vvi n1 cs pns31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2831 though he stand never so firm for the present, though he be never so stout and couragious; though he stand never so firm for the present, though he be never so stout and courageous; cs pns31 vvb av-x av j p-acp dt j, cs pns31 vbb av-x av j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2832 no man ever went so far in the wayes of God but he might turn back if he lookt not to himself; no man ever went so Far in the ways of God but he might turn back if he looked not to himself; dx n1 av vvd av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pns31 vmd vvi av cs pns31 vvd xx p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2833 no man was ever so zealous, but he might be lukewarm if he lookt not to it; no man was ever so zealous, but he might be lukewarm if he looked not to it; dx n1 vbds av av j, cc-acp pns31 vmd vbi j cs pns31 vvd xx p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2834 no man was ever so quickned, but he may be deaded, if he look not to it; no man was ever so quickened, but he may be deadened, if he look not to it; dx n1 vbds av av vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2835 therefore he that stands let him take heed lest he fall. Therefore he that Stands let him take heed lest he fallen. av pns31 cst vvz vvb pno31 vvi n1 cs pns31 vvb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 217 Page 79
2836 Fourthly, Because the children of God are commanded still to grow in grace, because there is no grace yet received, Fourthly, Because the children of God Are commanded still to grow in grace, Because there is no grace yet received, ord, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 av vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2837 or that can be received in this world, is enough to keep them from falling totally away; or that can be received in this world, is enough to keep them from falling totally away; cc cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2838 if a man think with himself, this grace I have is enough, I need no more, if a man think with himself, this grace I have is enough, I need no more, cs dt n1 vvb p-acp px31, d n1 pns11 vhb vbz d, pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc, (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2839 if ▪ he do stand at a stay, and limit himself, and think this will suffice, he is mistaken; if ▪ he do stand At a stay, and limit himself, and think this will suffice, he is mistaken; cs ▪ pns31 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi px31, cc vvb d vmb vvi, pns31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2840 there is no grace, if it were a thousand times greater then that which the best Saint in the world hath, that can secure a man from falling away; there is no grace, if it were a thousand times greater then that which the best Saint in the world hath, that can secure a man from falling away; pc-acp vbz dx n1, cs pn31 vbdr dt crd n2 jc cs d r-crq dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz, cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2841 therefore when the Apostle would perswade Christians to take heed that they did not fall away, 2 Pet. 3. 17. he bids them grow in grace; Therefore when the Apostle would persuade Christians to take heed that they did not fallen away, 2 Pet. 3. 17. he bids them grow in grace; av c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi np1 pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns32 vdd xx vvi av, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pno32 vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2842 would you not fall, but stand stedfast? would you not be led away with the errours of the wicked? know assuredly that all the graces you have received are not sufficient; would you not fallen, but stand steadfast? would you not be led away with the errors of the wicked? know assuredly that all the graces you have received Are not sufficient; vmd pn22 xx vvi, cc-acp vvb j? vmd pn22 xx vbi vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j? vvb av-vvn cst d dt n2 pn22 vhb vvn vbr xx j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2843 but grow in grace, labour to be more humble, and meek, and patient, and zealous; but grow in grace, labour to be more humble, and meek, and patient, and zealous; cc-acp vvb p-acp n1, vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc j, cc j, cc j, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2844 labour to make more conscience of your wayes, to have a more tender heart, to be more taken up with God, labour to make more conscience of your ways, to have a more tender heart, to be more taken up with God, n1 pc-acp vvi dc n1 pp-f po22 n2, pc-acp vhi dt av-dc j n1, pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn a-acp p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2845 and more careful to please him; and more careful to please him; cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2846 to be more earnest and frequent in prayer, to mark his word, and look to your steps every day; to be more earnest and frequent in prayer, to mark his word, and look to your steps every day; pc-acp vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvb p-acp po22 n2 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2847 labour to stand firmer and stronger yet; labour to stand firmer and Stronger yet; n1 pc-acp vvi jc cc jc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2848 for all that you have attained to it is not so much, but it may be weakned and born down; for all that you have attained to it is not so much, but it may be weakened and born down; p-acp d cst pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pn31 vbz xx av av-d, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2849 Therefore grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Therefore grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ. av vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 218 Page 79
2850 Sixthly, Because the examples of Apostates and backsliders are propounded to the very Saints, for them to take warning by; Sixthly, Because the Examples of Apostates and backsliders Are propounded to the very Saints, for them to take warning by; j, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2, p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2851 as the Apostle propounds the example of the Jewish Apostates to the Romans; if God spared not the natural branches, &c. Look upon them, see how they are fallen away, how that Church is Apostatized; as the Apostle propounds the Exampl of the Jewish Apostates to the Romans; if God spared not the natural branches, etc. Look upon them, see how they Are fallen away, how that Church is Apostatized; c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt jp n2 p-acp dt np1; cs np1 vvd xx dt j n2, av vvb p-acp pno32, vvb c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av, q-crq d n1 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2852 therefore look thou to thy self, lest that which befell them befall thee; Therefore look thou to thy self, lest that which befell them befall thee; av vvb pns21 p-acp po21 n1, cs d r-crq vvd pno32 vvi pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2853 lest thou sin against God, as they did, and so that light upon thee, which did light upon them; lest thou sin against God, as they did, and so that Light upon thee, which did Light upon them; cs pns21 vvb p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vdd, cc av d n1 p-acp pno21, r-crq vdd vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2854 so the Apostle doth propound t•• example of Alexander and Hymeneus and Philetus even to Timothy; though Timothy was elect of God, so the Apostle does propound t•• Exampl of Alexander and Hymenaeus and Philetus even to Timothy; though Timothy was elect of God, av dt n1 vdz vvi n1 n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 cc np1 av p-acp np1; cs np1 vbds j pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2855 yet he knew Timothy was of a flexible nature, and might change and fall, and fall totally in himself, yet he knew Timothy was of a flexible nature, and might change and fallen, and fallen totally in himself, av pns31 vvd np1 vbds pp-f dt j n1, cc vmd vvi cc vvi, cc vvi av-j p-acp px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2856 if he did not look to it; if he did not look to it; cs pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2857 O saith he, hold faith and a good conscience, &c. 1 Tim. 1. 19, 20. He propounds it even to Timothy, that the falls of Apostates might make him wary and careful to stand upon his guard. Oh Says he, hold faith and a good conscience, etc. 1 Tim. 1. 19, 20. He propounds it even to Timothy, that the falls of Apostates might make him wary and careful to stand upon his guard. uh vvz pns31, vvb n1 cc dt j n1, av crd np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvz pn31 av p-acp np1, cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vmd vvi pno31 j cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 219 Page 79
2858 Seventhly, Bee use the children of God are fain to pray that God would keep them from falling away finally & totally; Seventhly, be use the children of God Are fain to pray that God would keep them from falling away finally & totally; crd, vbb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp vvg av av-j cc av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 79
2859 which is a sign that they may fall away totally in themselves, notwithstanding whatsoever acquaintance they have with God, which is a Signen that they may fallen away totally in themselves, notwithstanding whatsoever acquaintance they have with God, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns32 vmb vvi av av-j p-acp px32, p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vhb p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 79
2860 or whatsoever vertue they have gotten from Christs death, yet they are to go to God to keep them from falling away; or whatsoever virtue they have got from Christ death, yet they Are to go to God to keep them from falling away; cc r-crq n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp npg1 n1, av pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 79
2861 as Psal. 119. 43. 44. take not away the word of thy truth, &c. As who should say, Lord, as Psalm 119. 43. 44. take not away the word of thy truth, etc. As who should say, Lord, c-acp np1 crd crd crd vvb xx av dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 79
2862 for ever keep me, do thou never forsake me utterly, though I may provoke thee to forsake me very much, for ever keep me, do thou never forsake me utterly, though I may provoke thee to forsake me very much, c-acp av vvb pno11, vdb pns21 av-x vvi pno11 av-j, cs pns11 vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi pno11 av av-d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 79
2863 yet never take away the word of thy truth utterly out of my mouth, then I shall never be able to hold out to the end; yet never take away the word of thy truth utterly out of my Mouth, then I shall never be able to hold out to the end; av av-x vvb av dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 av-j av pp-f po11 n1, cs pns11 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2864 if thou wilt keep me and uphold me, then I shall keep thy Law for ever; if thou wilt keep me and uphold me, then I shall keep thy Law for ever; cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11 cc vvb pno11, cs pns11 vmb vvi po21 n1 c-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2865 but otherwise I shall never do it: but otherwise I shall never do it: cc-acp av pns11 vmb av-x vdi pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2866 Nay, Christ plainly tells us, that he is fain to put in, and pour out his prayers before his heavenly father, that his dearest Saints and elect may not fall away; Nay, christ plainly tells us, that he is fain to put in, and pour out his Prayers before his heavenly father, that his dearest Saints and elect may not fallen away; uh-x, np1 av-j vvz pno12, cst pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvb av po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n1, cst po31 js-jn n2 cc j vmb xx vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2867 as who should say, Father, they may fall totally away, if thou do not preserve them; as who should say, Father, they may fallen totally away, if thou do not preserve them; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1, pns32 vmb vvi av-j av, cs pns21 vdb xx vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2868 as he saith to Peter, Luke 22. 32. I have prayed that thy faith fail not; as he Says to Peter, Lycia 22. 32. I have prayed that thy faith fail not; c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp np1, av crd crd pns11 vhb vvn d po21 n1 vvb xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2869 faith is the best grace that any child of God hath, and love proceeding from faith is a good grace; faith is the best grace that any child of God hath, and love proceeding from faith is a good grace; n1 vbz dt js n1 cst d n1 pp-f np1 vhz, cc n1 vvg p-acp n1 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2870 but they are all failing things, and may be worn out by corruptions; but they Are all failing things, and may be worn out by corruptions; cc-acp pns32 vbr d j-vvg n2, cc vmb vbi vvn av p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2871 therefore Christ prayeth his heavenly Father that it may be fed and cherished, and kept by his heavenly Father, that it may never fail; implying it would fail otherwise: Therefore christ Prayeth his heavenly Father that it may be fed and cherished, and kept by his heavenly Father, that it may never fail; implying it would fail otherwise: av np1 vvz po31 j n1 cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, cc vvd p-acp po31 j n1, cst pn31 vmb av-x vvi; vvg pn31 vmd vvi av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2872 Nay, the children of God are fain to confesse in their prayers it were just with God to let them fall totally away, by reason of their sins, by reason of their unthankfulnesse and unfruitfulness under the means, Nay, the children of God Are fain to confess in their Prayers it were just with God to let them fallen totally away, by reason of their Sins, by reason of their unthankfulness and unfruitfulness under the means, uh-x, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 pn31 vbdr j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi av-j av, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2873 and want of knowledge of his son Jesus Christ; and want of knowledge of his son jesus christ; cc n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2874 they confess it were just with God to be weary of them, and give them for gone; they confess it were just with God to be weary of them, and give them for gone; pns32 vvb pn31 vbdr j p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2875 nay, the children of God, the best of them all do find that it is a very hard thing to keep themselves from decayes of grace, and declinings, and weaknings; nay, the children of God, the best of them all do find that it is a very hard thing to keep themselves from decays of grace, and declinings, and weakenings; uh-x, dt n2 pp-f np1, dt js pp-f pno32 d vdb vvi cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n2, cc n2-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2876 they find that they have much ado to hold their own, much more to grow in grace, and increase more and more; they find that they have much ado to hold their own, much more to grow in grace, and increase more and more; pns32 vvb cst pns32 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 d, av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2877 to grow more and more heavenly, and more and more vertuous, and more and more selfdenying; to grow more and more heavenly, and more and more virtuous, and more and more Self-denying; pc-acp vvi dc cc av-dc j, cc av-dc cc av-dc j, cc av-dc cc av-dc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2878 they see how many thousand corruptions and temptations they have, and how backward their own hearts are, they see how many thousand corruptions and temptations they have, and how backward their own hearts Are, pns32 vvb c-crq d crd n2 cc n2 pns32 vhb, cc c-crq av-j po32 d n2 vbr, (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2879 and how soon they are surprized, that they have much ado to keep that which is begun in them, much more to encrease it, and grow in it: and how soon they Are surprised, that they have much ado to keep that which is begun in them, much more to increase it, and grow in it: cc c-crq av pns32 vbr vvn, cst pns32 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32, av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2880 Nay, the children of God may so far fall away, that in their own sense and feeling they may think that they have not a jot of grace, Nay, the children of God may so Far fallen away, that in their own sense and feeling they may think that they have not a jot of grace, uh-x, dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb av av-j vvi av, cst p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb vvi cst pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2881 so that they are sometimes ready to conclude against themselves, that they have no grace, they were never wrought upon, never subdued; so that they Are sometime ready to conclude against themselves, that they have no grace, they were never wrought upon, never subdued; av cst pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, cst pns32 vhb dx n1, pns32 vbdr av-x vvn p-acp, av-x vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2882 many times it is thus, and though they do not conclude thus, yet how often are they put to this desperate lift? to look every moment when they shall fall, many times it is thus, and though they do not conclude thus, yet how often Are they put to this desperate lift? to look every moment when they shall fallen, d n2 pn31 vbz av, cc cs pns32 vdb xx vvi av, av q-crq av vbr pns32 vvn p-acp d j n1? pc-acp vvi d n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2883 and fall totally and lose all, they shall not have a relique of grace in them; and fallen totally and loose all, they shall not have a relic of grace in them; cc vvi av-j cc vvi d, pns32 vmb xx vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2884 it is thus with the Saints of God. it is thus with the Saints of God. pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 220 Page 80
2885 Lastly, Because there is no grace received is able to hold without continual influences from Heaven; Lastly, Because there is no grace received is able to hold without continual influences from Heaven; ord, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2886 this is the nature of the grace of the second Covenant, that it is by continual influence; this is the nature of the grace of the second Covenant, that it is by continual influence; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, cst pn31 vbz p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2887 it is not like the first Covenant; when God gave Adam all his portion in his hand, not only for the present, but for ever; it is not like the First Covenant; when God gave Adam all his portion in his hand, not only for the present, but for ever; pn31 vbz xx av-j dt ord n1; c-crq np1 vvd np1 d po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt j, cc-acp c-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2888 if he would he might stand for ever, he need not pray to God to keep him, if he would he might stand for ever, he need not pray to God to keep him, cs pns31 vmd pns31 vmd vvi p-acp av, pns31 vvb xx vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2889 but if he would obey God, he might stand of himself, by the Covenant that God had made with him; but if he would obey God, he might stand of himself, by the Covenant that God had made with him; cc-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi np1, pns31 vmd vvi pp-f px31, p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2890 but under the Covenant of grace, grace runs thus, that grace is but for the present; but under the Covenant of grace, grace runs thus, that grace is but for the present; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 vvz av, cst n1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2891 if a man stand now, if he would stand the next hour, he must have a new supply of grace; if a man stand now, if he would stand the next hour, he must have a new supply of grace; cs dt n1 vvb av, cs pns31 vmd vvi dt ord n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2892 though he be never so patient now, he may be impatient in a quarter of an hour; though he be never so patient now, he may be impatient in a quarter of an hour; cs pns31 vbb av-x av j av, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2893 though he be never so humble now, he may be as proud as Luciser in a quarter of an hour; though he be never so humble now, he may be as proud as Lucifer in a quarter of an hour; cs pns31 vbb av-x av j av, pns31 vmb vbi a-acp j c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2894 I say, God under the Covenant of grace gives a man only for the present, so that now he may know it is in Gods hand; I say, God under the Covenant of grace gives a man only for the present, so that now he may know it is in God's hand; pns11 vvb, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 av-j p-acp dt j, av cst av pns31 vmb vvi pn31 vbz p-acp ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2895 he is kept by the power of God, through faith unto salvation; so that grace is in a child of God, as light is in an house; he is kept by the power of God, through faith unto salvation; so that grace is in a child of God, as Light is in an house; pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; av d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2896 light is never so in an house, but in a moment it will be dark if you shut the windows; Light is never so in an house, but in a moment it will be dark if you shut the windows; n1 vbz av-x av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi j cs pn22 vvb dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2897 so it is with a true Christian, he had need keep his windows open towards Christ, he hath need of continual shinings of grace from heaven; so it is with a true Christian, he had need keep his windows open towards christ, he hath need of continual shinings of grace from heaven; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j njp, pns31 vhd n1 vvi po31 n2 j p-acp np1, pns31 vhz n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2898 as Christ teacheth us concerning our daily bread, give us this day our daily bread; so it is much more in regard of grace for our souls; as christ Teaches us Concerning our daily bred, give us this day our daily bred; so it is much more in regard of grace for our Souls; c-acp np1 vvz pno12 vvg po12 j n1, vvb pno12 d n1 po12 j n1; av pn31 vbz d dc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2899 good Lord give me wisedom and faith, and patience this hour, and so the next hour, and the next day; good Lord give me Wisdom and faith, and patience this hour, and so the next hour, and the next day; j n1 vvb pno11 n1 cc n1, cc n1 d n1, cc av dt ord n1, cc dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2900 give me the comfort of this day, and the assistance of this day, give me the concurrence of thy grace this day, and so the next; give me the Comfort of this day, and the assistance of this day, give me the concurrence of thy grace this day, and so the next; vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 d n1, cc av dt ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 80
2901 and we must never leave praying to God to accompany us with his grace from day to day; and we must never leave praying to God to accompany us with his grace from day to day; cc pns12 vmb av-x vvi vvg p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2902 for a man stands not by the grace that is in him, but by the grace that is in God; for a man Stands not by the grace that is in him, but by the grace that is in God; p-acp dt n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2903 as the Apostle saith, Heb. 6. 10. be strong in the Lord, by the power of his might; as the Apostle Says, Hebrew 6. 10. be strong in the Lord, by the power of his might; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vbb j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2904 he doth not say, be strong by the grace ye have received, but be strong in the Lord; he does not say, be strong by the grace you have received, but be strong in the Lord; pns31 vdz xx vvi, vbb j p-acp dt n1 pn22 vhb vvn, cc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2905 be sure you call upon him, and keep close to him; there is all you stand by. be sure you call upon him, and keep close to him; there is all you stand by. vbb j pn22 vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31; pc-acp vbz d pn22 vvb p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2906 So 2 Tim. 2. 1. be strong in the grace in Christ Jesus; So 2 Tim. 2. 1. be strong in the grace in christ jesus; av crd np1 crd crd vbb j p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2907 if any man in the Church might be strong by the grace in himself, Timothy might ▪ he was as vertuous a young man as any in the Church; if any man in the Church might be strong by the grace in himself, Timothy might ▪ he was as virtuous a young man as any in the Church; cs d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31, np1 vmd ▪ pns31 vbds a-acp j dt j n1 c-acp d p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2908 no man that Paul loved so as Timothy; I know no man like minded, saith he; no man that Paul loved so as Timothy; I know no man like minded, Says he; dx n1 cst np1 vvd av p-acp np1; pns11 vvb dx n1 av-j vvn, vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2909 he was so endued with Gods spirit, and the graces and vertues thereof, that there was none like him; he was so endued with God's Spirit, and the graces and Virtues thereof, that there was none like him; pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp npg1 n1, cc dt n2 cc n2 av, cst a-acp vbds pix av-j pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2910 yet Paul doth not bid him be strong in the grace that was in him, but be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus; yet Paul does not bid him be strong in the grace that was in him, but be strong in the grace that is in christ jesus; av np1 vdz xx vvi pno31 vbi j p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp pno31, cc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2911 grace is in a child of God, as heat is in the water; grace is in a child of God, as heat is in the water; n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2912 though it be never so seething hot, yet take it from the fire, and it will f•ing out all the heat, though it be never so seething hight, yet take it from the fire, and it will f•ing out all the heat, cs pn31 vbb av-x av vvg j, av vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vmb vvi av d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2913 and be as cold as ever it was; so it is here, notwithstanding all the graces that are in a child of God, and be as cold as ever it was; so it is Here, notwithstanding all the graces that Are in a child of God, cc vbi a-acp j-jn c-acp av pn31 vbds; av pn31 vbz av, c-acp d dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2914 if he do not hang over Jesus Christ, and keep close to him, the daily incursions of sin will consume his graces; if he do not hang over jesus christ, and keep close to him, the daily incursions of since will consume his graces; cs pns31 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 np1, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31, dt j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2915 the temptations of the flesh ▪ and the Divel within, and the world without, will consume them all, the temptations of the Flesh ▪ and the devil within, and the world without, will consume them all, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 ▪ cc dt n1 a-acp, cc dt n1 p-acp, vmb vvi pno32 d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2916 unless a man be a good husband, and receive new supply from Heaven; unless a man be a good husband, and receive new supply from Heaven; cs dt n1 vbb dt j n1, cc vvi j n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2917 so that we say that no grace received can keep a man from falling, but that he may fall totally away in himself: so that we say that no grace received can keep a man from falling, but that he may fallen totally away in himself: av cst pns12 vvb cst dx n1 vvn vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vvi av-j av p-acp px31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2918 Now to come to the true reasons why a child of God cannot fall totally away, Now to come to the true Reasons why a child of God cannot fallen totally away, av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi av-j av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2919 but something of the Image of God shall remain in him; but something of the Image of God shall remain in him; cc-acp pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2920 though he may lose much, yet he shall not lose all, but something shall be remaining in him; though he may loose much, yet he shall not loose all, but something shall be remaining in him; cs pns31 vmb vvi av-d, av pns31 vmb xx vvi d, cc-acp pi vmb vbi vvg p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2921 the reason of this is nothing else but the meer goodness of God to him, that God will not let him so fall, the reason of this is nothing Else but the mere Goodness of God to him, that God will not let him so fallen, dt n1 pp-f d vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cst np1 vmb xx vvi pno31 av vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2922 and God hath covenanted so with him, that man that truly believes in his name, he shall be kept for ever through faith unto salvation; and God hath covenanted so with him, that man that truly believes in his name, he shall be kept for ever through faith unto salvation; cc np1 vhz vvn av p-acp pno31, cst n1 cst av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2923 he shall not be quite broken off, but he shall have some grace, he shall have something of God in him, something that shall distinguish him from all wicked men in the world; he shall not be quite broken off, but he shall have Some grace, he shall have something of God in him, something that shall distinguish him from all wicked men in the world; pns31 vmb xx vbi av vvn a-acp, cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi d n1, pns31 vmb vhi pi pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, pi cst vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2924 as the Lord saith of David, Psal 89 33. though they did sin against him, and carry themselves unworthy that God should keep them; as the Lord Says of David, Psalm 89 33. though they did sin against him, and carry themselves unworthy that God should keep them; c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cs pns32 vdd vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi px32 j-u cst np1 vmd vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2925 yet notwithstanding the Lord would whip them and chastize them, but his loving kindness he would never take from them; yet notwithstanding the Lord would whip them and chastise them, but his loving kindness he would never take from them; av p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32, cc-acp po31 j-vvg n1 pns31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2926 why? because he had sworn by his holiness that he would never fail David; so that here we see it was meerly through the goodness of God to David and his elect people, that they were kept from falling away; why? Because he had sworn by his holiness that he would never fail David; so that Here we see it was merely through the Goodness of God to David and his elect people, that they were kept from falling away; q-crq? c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vmd av-x vvi np1; av cst av pns12 vvb pn31 vbds av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 cc po31 j-vvn n1, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2927 so Psal. 37. 24. saith he, the righteous shall not be utterly cast down; so Psalm 37. 24. Says he, the righteous shall not be utterly cast down; av np1 crd crd vvz pns31, dt j vmb xx vbi av-j vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2928 a child of God may fall, and fall souly and fearfully, he may stain his own conscience in a lamentable manner, a child of God may fallen, and fallen souly and fearfully, he may stain his own conscience in a lamentable manner, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, cc vvi av-j cc av-j, pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1 p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2929 and wound his own soul, and disable himself to good duties in a fearful manner; and wound his own soul, and disable himself to good duties in a fearful manner; cc vvi po31 d n1, cc vvb px31 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2930 but yet though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down, there shall be some standing still, it shall not be an utter fall; but yet though he fallen, he shall not be utterly cast down, there shall be Some standing still, it shall not be an utter fallen; cc-acp av c-acp pns31 vvb, pns31 vmb xx vbi av-j vvn a-acp, pc-acp vmb vbi d vvg av, pn31 vmb xx vbi dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2931 so he that doth these things, shall never be removed, Psal. 15. 5. he speaks there of a man that shall dwel in Gods holy mount, so he that does these things, shall never be removed, Psalm 15. 5. he speaks there of a man that shall dwell in God's holy mount, av pns31 cst vdz d n2, vmb av-x vbi vvn, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz a-acp pp-f dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp npg1 j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2932 and be names who it is, one that hath clean hands, and a pure heart, &c. so that you see it is the promise of God, that this man shall stand for ever; and be names who it is, one that hath clean hands, and a pure heart, etc. so that you see it is the promise of God, that this man shall stand for ever; cc vbb n2 r-crq pn31 vbz, pi cst vhz j n2, cc dt j n1, av av cst pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d n1 vmb vvi p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2933 he shall never be totally unsetled; he shall never be totally unsettled; pns31 vmb av-x vbi av-j j-vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2934 he doth not mean he shall not be moved at all, but not absolutely, so as to be quite and clean thrown down; he does not mean he shall not be moved At all, but not absolutely, so as to be quite and clean thrown down; pns31 vdz xx vvi pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d, cc-acp xx av-j, av c-acp pc-acp vbi av cc av-j vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2935 but yet no thanks to himself, but thanks to the promise; but yet no thanks to himself, but thanks to the promise; cc-acp av dx n2 p-acp px31, cc-acp n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2936 otherwise he might be moved, and unsetled, and break his neck, and fall and never rise more; otherwise he might be moved, and unsettled, and break his neck, and fallen and never rise more; av pns31 vmd vbi vvn, cc j-vvn, cc vvi po31 n1, cc vvi cc av-x vvb av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2937 but the promise is, that he shall never •e moved, Psal. 112. 6. the righteous shall never be moved, he shall be had in everlasting remembrance; but the promise is, that he shall never •e moved, Psalm 112. 6. the righteous shall never be moved, he shall be had in everlasting remembrance; cc-acp dt n1 vbz, cst pns31 vmb av-x vbi vvn, np1 crd crd dt j vmb av-x vbi vvn, pns31 vmb vbi vhn p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2938 the Lord will remember a righteous man in the midst of all temptations; the Lord will Remember a righteous man in the midst of all temptations; dt n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2939 let all the Divels in hell set upon him, the Lord will for ever remember that man, let all the Devils in hell Set upon him, the Lord will for ever Remember that man, vvb d dt n2 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb p-acp av vvb d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2940 and never let him go from him; and never let him go from him; cc av-x vvb pno31 vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2941 so that you see it is meerly the goodness of God, not from any thing in himself, not from any grace received, but meerly from Gods goodness; so that you see it is merely the Goodness of God, not from any thing in himself, not from any grace received, but merely from God's Goodness; av cst pn22 vvb pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, xx p-acp d n1 p-acp px31, xx p-acp d n1 vvn, cc-acp av-j p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2942 he may thank the rock he is built upon; he may thank the rock he is built upon; pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pns31 vbz vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 81
2943 as Christ saith, Mat. 7 25. He that heareth these sayings, and doth them, I will liken him to a man that built his house upon a rock, &c. The house fell not, as christ Says, Mathew 7 25. He that hears these sayings, and does them, I will liken him to a man that built his house upon a rock, etc. The house fell not, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz d n2-vvg, cc vdz pno32, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 vvd xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2944 but he may thank the rock; it was built upon a rock; but he may thank the rock; it was built upon a rock; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1; pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2945 so a childe of God is built upon a rock ▪ as we have a Proverb, so a child of God is built upon a rock ▪ as we have a Proverb, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 ▪ c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2946 how can he but swim that is held up by the chin? so a child of God, the Lord holds him up by the chin, he shall never sink so as to be drowned; how can he but swim that is held up by the chin? so a child of God, the Lord holds him up by the chin, he shall never sink so as to be drowned; q-crq vmb pns31 p-acp vvb cst vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1? av dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2947 he may fall, and fall fearfully, but not totally; he may fallen, and fallen fearfully, but not totally; pns31 vmb vvi, cc vvi av-j, cc-acp xx av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2948 but there shall be something of God remaining in him for ever, the Lord will ever keep some truth of grace in that mans soule that he hath given the truth of grace to ▪ 2 John 2. For the truths sake (saith he) which dwelleth in us, and shall be in us for ever. but there shall be something of God remaining in him for ever, the Lord will ever keep Some truth of grace in that men soul that he hath given the truth of grace to ▪ 2 John 2. For the truths sake (Says he) which dwells in us, and shall be in us for ever. cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi pi pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp av, dt n1 vmb av vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d ng1 n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ▪ crd np1 crd p-acp dt ng1 n1 (vvz pns31) r-crq vvz p-acp pno12, cc vmb vbi p-acp pno12 p-acp av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2949 When God hath put in the truth of saving grace into any of his peoples hearts, it shall dwell in them for ever, the Lord will take an order for the keeping of it; When God hath put in the truth of Saving grace into any of his peoples hearts, it shall dwell in them for ever, the Lord will take an order for the keeping of it; c-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 ng1 n2, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av, dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2950 therefore though a childe of God may be grievously overcome ▪ yet God doth ever let somthing or other remain he doth ever exempt something; Therefore though a child of God may be grievously overcome ▪ yet God does ever let something or other remain he does ever exempt something; av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av-j vvn ▪ av np1 vdz av vvi pi cc n-jn vvb pns31 vdz av vvi pi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2951 God deals with his children in regard of their souls, as he dealt with Job in regard of his body; God deals with his children in regard of their Souls, as he dealt with Job in regard of his body; np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2952 though he let the Devil have a great deal of power over him, yet he did limit him; though he let the devil have a great deal of power over him, yet he did limit him; cs pns31 vvb dt n1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, av pns31 vdd vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2953 he is in thy hand, but save his life; he is in thy hand, but save his life; pns31 vbz p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2954 though he would not let him have power over his life to kill him, he let him have Jobs children in his hands, though he would not let him have power over his life to kill him, he let him have Jobs children in his hands, cs pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vvd pno31 vhi n2 n2 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2955 and he let him have his goods in his hands, his cattel and his substance in his hands, and he let him have his goods in his hands, his cattle and his substance in his hands, cc pns31 vvd pno31 vhi po31 n2-j p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2 cc po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2956 nay he let him have his health in his hands, so that he did strike him with boyles, nay he let him have his health in his hands, so that he did strike him with boils, uh-x pns31 vvb pno31 vhi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, av cst pns31 vdd vvi pno31 p-acp vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2957 and blains, and woful sicknesse, but yet save his life, you shall not take away his life; and blains, and woeful sickness, but yet save his life, you shall not take away his life; cc n2, cc j n1, cc-acp av p-acp po31 n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi av po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2958 so God deals with the life of his Saints; so God deals with the life of his Saints; av np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2959 though he may let the Devil horribly tempt them, and the World horribly carry them away, though he may let the devil horribly tempt them, and the World horribly carry them away, cs pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 av-j vvi pno32, cc dt n1 av-j vvi pno32 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2960 and the lusts of the flesh horribly vanquish them; and the Lustiest of the Flesh horribly vanquish them; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2961 yet saith God, he is my childe, and the Devil, and the Flesh, and the Temptations of the World shall never kill him; yet Says God, he is my child, and the devil, and the Flesh, and the Temptations of the World shall never kill him; av vvz np1, pns31 vbz po11 n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2962 save his life, let him never be dead in trespasses and sinnes as a wretch. save his life, let him never be dead in Trespasses and Sins as a wretch. p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 av-x vbi j p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 221 Page 82
2963 But you will say, What is it that doth remain, and what shall for ever remain in the children of God? You know David fell into adultery to lie with another mans wife; But you will say, What is it that does remain, and what shall for ever remain in the children of God? You know David fell into adultery to lie with Another men wife; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz pn31 cst vdz vvi, cc q-crq vmb p-acp av vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? pn22 vvb np1 vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2964 he fell to that pass, that he laboured to defend his sin, and maintain it, that it might not come abroad; he added murder to it; he fell to that pass, that he laboured to defend his since, and maintain it, that it might not come abroad; he added murder to it; pns31 vvd p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pn31, cst pn31 vmd xx vvi av; pns31 vvd n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2965 what grace, what fear of God, what love to his Majesty, what regard of Gods commandements, what goodness or holiness at all was in Davids heart now at this time? So Solomon, when he gave way to Idolatry over all Israel, to the Idols of Moab, and Ammon, and Edom, and the Philistins round about, that the true God was not truly worshipped; what grace, what Fear of God, what love to his Majesty, what regard of God's Commandments, what Goodness or holiness At all was in Davids heart now At this time? So Solomon, when he gave Way to Idolatry over all Israel, to the Idols of Moab, and Ammon, and Edom, and the philistines round about, that the true God was not truly worshipped; q-crq n1, r-crq n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1, r-crq n1 pp-f npg1 n2, r-crq n1 cc n1 p-acp d vbds p-acp np1 n1 av p-acp d n1? np1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvd n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc dt njp2 av-j a-acp, cst dt j np1 vbds xx av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2966 what grace had he? was there any goodness or piety in Solomon at that time? So when Peter denied his Master, what grace had he? was there any Goodness or piety in Solomon At that time? So when Peter denied his Master, r-crq n1 vhd pns31? vbds a-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1? av c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2967 and forswore him, and confirmed it with an oath, and cursed himself if he knew the man; and forswore him, and confirmed it with an oath, and cursed himself if he knew the man; cc vvd pno31, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd px31 cs pns31 vvd dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2968 what grace was in Peters heart at that time? So when Asa threw the Prophet into prison when he came to reprove him; what grace was in Peter's heart At that time? So when Asa threw the Prophet into prison when he Come to reprove him; r-crq n1 vbds p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d n1? av c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2969 what grace remained in him at that time? Thus the enemies of this Doctrine argue against it; what grace remained in him At that time? Thus the enemies of this Doctrine argue against it; q-crq n1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1? av dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2970 therefore they say a child of God may fall totally. Therefore they say a child of God may fallen totally. av pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2971 Was there any grace at all in Davids heart when he was committing adultery and murder? was there any grace at all in Lots heart when he was committing drunkennesse and incest one night after another? Was there any grace At all in Davids heart when he was committing adultery and murder? was there any grace At all in Lots heart when he was committing Drunkenness and Incest one night After Another? vbds a-acp d n1 p-acp d p-acp npg1 n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvg n1 cc n1? vbds a-acp d n1 p-acp d p-acp npg1 n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvg n1 cc n1 crd n1 p-acp j-jn? (7) treatise (DIV2) 222 Page 82
2972 I answer, There are four things which shall ever remain in Gods children, and shall never be taken away quite and clean after they are once converted, and brought home to God. I answer, There Are four things which shall ever remain in God's children, and shall never be taken away quite and clean After they Are once converted, and brought home to God. pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vmb av vvi p-acp npg1 n2, cc vmb av-x vbi vvn av av cc av-j c-acp pns32 vbr a-acp vvn, cc vvd av-an p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 223 Page 82
2973 First, They have an Unction, an anointing from the holy one, and that is in them, First, They have an Unction, an anointing from the holy one, and that is in them, ord, pns32 vhb dt n1, dt vvg p-acp dt j pi, cc d vbz p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 82
2974 and shall abide in them for ever, 1 John 2. 27. The anointing which ye have received of him dwelleth in you, &c. This same anointing, it abides in the people of God for ever: and shall abide in them for ever, 1 John 2. 27. The anointing which you have received of him dwells in you, etc. This same anointing, it abides in the people of God for ever: cc vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av, crd np1 crd crd dt vvg r-crq pn22 vhb vvn pp-f pno31 vvz p-acp pn22, av d d vvg, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 82
2975 By this same anointing, I mean the opening of their eyes, whereby they look upon God and Christ, By this same anointing, I mean the opening of their eyes, whereby they look upon God and christ, p-acp d d vvg, pns11 vvb dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1 cc np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 82
2976 and his goodness, and holinesse, and righteousnesse, and the commandements of God, and sin, and hell, and his Goodness, and holiness, and righteousness, and the Commandments of God, and since, and hell, cc po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2977 and the world, and profits, and pleasures; and the world, and profits, and pleasures; cc dt n1, cc n2, cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2978 they look upon the things of the world, and upon the things of heaven, in another manner then any other people doe; they look upon the things of the world, and upon the things of heaven, in Another manner then any other people do; pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn n1 cs d j-jn n1 vdb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2979 God opens their eyes, that they look upon things in a different manner from other men•; God Opens their eyes, that they look upon things in a different manner from other men•; np1 vvz po32 n2, cst pns32 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2980 and this unction shall abide in them for ever: and this unction shall abide in them for ever: cc d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2981 'Tis true, sin may h•rribly dazle their eyes, by reason of the corruptions of the f•esh, and the deceivablenesse of sin; It's true, since may h•rribly dazzle their eyes, by reason of the corruptions of the f•esh, and the deceivableness of since; pn31|vbz j, n1 vmb av-j vvi po32 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2982 they may be marvellously weakened in this unction, and darkness and deadness of soule may blinde their eyes, and dimme their looks; they may be marvellously weakened in this unction, and darkness and deadness of soul may blind their eyes, and dim their looks; pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n1, cc n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2983 but it can never be quite taken away; they will have a better sight of God, and Heaven, and Christ, and heavenly things, but it can never be quite taken away; they will have a better sighed of God, and Heaven, and christ, and heavenly things, cc-acp pn31 vmb av-x vbi av vvn av; pns32 vmb vhi dt jc n1 pp-f np1, cc n1, cc np1, cc j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2984 and of the Ordinances of God, and of the world, and their callings, and the businesse of the world, they shall see these things after a different manner from the world; as for example: and of the Ordinances of God, and of the world, and their callings, and the business of the world, they shall see these things After a different manner from the world; as for Exampl: cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n1, cc po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; c-acp p-acp n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2985 A child of God shall see more of the word then any other; others may see the word, and yet continue in sin still; A child of God shall see more of the word then any other; Others may see the word, and yet continue in since still; dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi dc pp-f dt n1 av d n-jn; n2-jn vmb vvi dt n1, cc av vvb p-acp n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2986 but a godly man shall see that in the word, that he •ares not live in any sin for a thousand worlds. but a godly man shall see that in the word, that he •ares not live in any since for a thousand world's. cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi cst p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vvz xx vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2987 So for the Sacrament, he seeth more then a natural man; So for the Sacrament, he sees more then a natural man; av p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz av-dc cs dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2988 a natural man seeth nothing in the Sacrament, but he may come to it as he doth come to it, he may live in his sins still, he sees nothing in the Sacrament, he doth not see that he eats and drinks his own damnation if he come unworthily; a natural man sees nothing in the Sacrament, but he may come to it as he does come to it, he may live in his Sins still, he sees nothing in the Sacrament, he does not see that he eats and drinks his own damnation if he come unworthily; dt j n1 vvz pix p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp pns31 vdz vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2 av, pns31 vvz pix p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vvz cc vvz po31 d n1 cs pns31 vvb av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2989 but a childe of God seeth that in the Sacrament, that he dares not come unpreparedly and unworthily by any meanes; but a child of God sees that in the Sacrament, that he dares not come unpreparedly and unworthily by any means; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz cst p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vvz xx vvb av-vvn cc av-j p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2990 he seeth that in the Sacrament that requires preparation and worthinesse; he sees that in the Sacrament that requires preparation and worthiness; pns31 vvz cst p-acp dt n1 cst vvz n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2991 so for sin, he seeth that in sin, that he dares not goe on in it; so for since, he sees that in since, that he dares not go on in it; av p-acp n1, pns31 vvz cst p-acp n1, cst pns31 vvz xx vvi a-acp p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2992 he will rather die at stake, rather then doe as the world doth; he will rather die At stake, rather then do as the world does; pns31 vmb av-c vvi p-acp n1, av-c av vdb p-acp dt n1 vdz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2993 though through weakness and want of cautelousnesse, sin may get great advantage against him, yet it shall never bear him down, though through weakness and want of cautelousness, since may get great advantage against him, yet it shall never bear him down, c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, n1 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp pno31, av pn31 vmb av-x vvi pno31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2994 and the unction keeps him that he dares not lay the reins upon his neck. This is one thing shall ever remain in a child of God; and the unction keeps him that he dares not lay the reins upon his neck. This is one thing shall ever remain in a child of God; cc dt n1 vvz pno31 cst pns31 vvz xx vvi dt n2 p-acp po31 n1. d vbz crd n1 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2995 and this appears by two things. and this appears by two things. cc d vvz p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 224 Page 83
2996 First by this, That if ever the Devil get a childe of God to commit sin, he cannot carry it away as others doe, First by this, That if ever the devil get a child of God to commit since, he cannot carry it away as Others do, ord p-acp d, cst cs av dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 av c-acp n2-jn vdb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
2997 but it makes the heart bleed, and wounds the conscience; but it makes the heart bleed, and wounds the conscience; cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb, cc vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
2998 he seeth such things in yielding to sin, and giving way to the Devil (I speak of known s•ns) the unction doth so wound him, that he cannot carry it as others doe; he sees such things in yielding to since, and giving Way to the devil (I speak of known s•ns) the unction does so wound him, that he cannot carry it as Others do; pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 (pns11 vvb pp-f j-vvn n2) dt n1 vdz av vvi pno31, cst pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 c-acp n2-jn vdb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
2999 if he tell a lye, he cannot bear it as the wicked can doe, they can be merry, if he tell a lie, he cannot bear it as the wicked can do, they can be merry, cs pns31 vvb dt n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp dt j vmb vdi, pns32 vmb vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
3000 and jovi•l and carry it away, it never troubles them; but where this unction is ▪ it lies heavy upon the soul; and jovi•l and carry it away, it never Troubles them; but where this unction is ▪ it lies heavy upon the soul; cc av cc vvi pn31 av, pn31 av-x vvz pno32; cc-acp c-crq d n1 vbz ▪ pn31 vvz j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
3001 as th• Prophet David had this unction in the midst of all his falling into adultery; as th• Prophet David had this unction in the midst of all his falling into adultery; c-acp n1 n1 np1 vhd d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n-vvg p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
3002 for you may see, for all he lived ten months in the sin before he came to thorough repentance; for you may see, for all he lived ten months in the since before he Come to thorough Repentance; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, p-acp d pns31 vvd crd n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
3003 'tis true, he did so, yet all this while he had this unction; for so himselfe confesseth, Psalm 51. M• sin •ever before me. it's true, he did so, yet all this while he had this unction; for so himself Confesses, Psalm 51. M• since •ever before me. pn31|vbz j, pns31 vdd av, av d d cs pns31 vhd d n1; c-acp av px31 vvz, n1 crd np1 n1 av p-acp pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
3004 Though he never sought to God soundly and thoroughly for ten months together, yet still good things were in him, his ••ns were ever before him, it did haunt him as a ghost, and wound his conscience; Though he never sought to God soundly and thoroughly for ten months together, yet still good things were in him, his ••ns were ever before him, it did haunt him as a ghost, and wound his conscience; cs pns31 av-x vvd p-acp np1 av-j cc av-j p-acp crd n2 av, av av j n2 vbdr p-acp pno31, po31 n2 vbdr av p-acp pno31, pn31 vdd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
3005 his unction did shew him, what a beast am I, what a wretch, what have I done? his unction did show him, what a beast am I, what a wretch, what have I done? po31 n1 vdd vvi pno31, r-crq dt n1 vbm pns11, q-crq dt n1, q-crq vhb pns11 vdn? (7) treatise (DIV2) 225 Page 83
3006 Secondly, It appeares too by this, That a childe of God, though he hath sinned never so much, Secondly, It appears too by this, That a child of God, though he hath sinned never so much, ord, pn31 vvz av p-acp d, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vhz vvn av-x av av-d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3007 yet he cannot stand it out; yet he cannot stand it out; av pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3008 but let him be soundly dealt with, he is not able to hold out, but he must submit to the Lord; but let him be soundly dealt with, he is not able to hold out, but he must submit to the Lord; cc-acp vvb pno31 vbi av-j vvn p-acp, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3009 it is a signe this unction is in him; for he seeth Gods Word, his displeasure, his grace and goodnesse; it is a Signen this unction is in him; for he sees God's Word, his displeasure, his grace and Goodness; pn31 vbz dt n1 d n1 vbz p-acp pno31; c-acp pns31 vvz npg1 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3010 a childe of God may be horribly peevish, and horribly transported in this fashion, to the dishonour of God, a child of God may be horribly peevish, and horribly transported in this fashion, to the dishonour of God, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av-j j, cc av-j vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3011 and opening of the mouths of the ungodly; and opening of the mouths of the ungodly; cc vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3012 but come and deal with him, shew him his sins, he is not able to maintain bucklers against it; but come and deal with him, show him his Sins, he is not able to maintain bucklers against it; cc-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 po31 n2, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3013 he seeth that in your reproof which will burst all his bones, and make him stoop, he sees that in your reproof which will burst all his bones, and make him stoop, pns31 vvz cst p-acp po22 n1 r-crq vmb vvi d po31 n2, cc vvi pno31 vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3014 and fling away his sins, and cast away his disguisements; and fling away his Sins, and cast away his disguisements; cc vvb av po31 n2, cc vvd av po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3015 as it was with David when N•than came to him, O saith he, I have sinned; he resented presently; as it was with David when N•than Come to him, Oh Says he, I have sinned; he resented presently; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31, uh vvz pns31, pns11 vhb vvn; pns31 vvd av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 83
3016 the unction made him see that in Nathans Sermon, that he was not able to hold out any longer, but now his soule bleeds, and melts within him; the unction made him see that in Nathans Sermon, that he was not able to hold out any longer, but now his soul bleeds, and melts within him; dt n1 vvd pno31 vvi cst p-acp np1 n1, cst pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vvi av av-d av-jc, cc-acp av po31 n1 vvz, cc vvz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 84
3017 so when a childe of God comes to the word, and heares his sins reproved, he cannot carry himselfe as the wicked doe; so when a child of God comes to the word, and hears his Sins reproved, he cannot carry himself as the wicked doe; av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz po31 n2 vvd, pns31 vmbx vvi px31 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 84
3018 they can heare the word, and keep their sins still; they can hear the word, and keep their Sins still; pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi po32 n2 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 84
3019 but a child of God hath an unction, and when the word doth discover his sins to him, he cannot hold up his hand against God, but a child of God hath an unction, and when the word does discover his Sins to him, he cannot hold up his hand against God, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 84
3020 but he must fall down and bow before him. Secondly, There shall ever remain in a childe of God lusting against every known sin; but he must fallen down and bow before him. Secondly, There shall ever remain in a child of God lusting against every known since; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp pno31. ord, pc-acp vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 j-vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 226 Page 84
3021 there will be ever in a childe of God, both before and after the committing of known sins, lusting against the flesh; there will be ever in a child of God, both before and After the committing of known Sins, lusting against the Flesh; pc-acp vmb vbi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp cc a-acp dt vvg pp-f j-vvn n2, j-vvg p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3022 the sanctified par• will lust against the unsanctified; the sanctified par• will lust against the unsanctified; dt j-vvn n1 vmb n1 p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3023 he shall never sin with an whole will, and full consent, as the Apostle speaks, Gal. 5. 17. The flesh lusteth against the spirit, he shall never sin with an Whole will, and full consent, as the Apostle speaks, Gal. 5. 17. The Flesh Lusteth against the Spirit, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3024 and the spirit against the flesh, &c. There is a spiritual will in a child of God, that will ever lust against the carnal will, and the Spirit against the Flesh, etc. There is a spiritual will in a child of God, that will ever lust against the carnal will, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb av n1 p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3025 so that a man cannot commit sin with his whole will, as a wicked man doth; so that a man cannot commit since with his Whole will, as a wicked man does; av cst dt n1 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, c-acp dt j n1 vdz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3026 as Paul saith, Rom. 7. 25. He did not sin with all his soule, with all his heart; as Paul Says, Rom. 7. 25. He did not sin with all his soul, with all his heart; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp d po31 n1, p-acp d po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3027 his mind was for God, the spiritual part of his will was against his sin; his mind was for God, the spiritual part of his will was against his since; po31 n1 vbds p-acp np1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3028 I find another law in my members, rebelling against the law of my minde, &c. He did not sin with all his will; I find Another law in my members, rebelling against the law of my mind, etc. He did not sin with all his will; pns11 vvb j-jn n1 p-acp po11 n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, av pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp d po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3029 for he had another law in his heart, rebelling against the law of sin and death; for he had Another law in his heart, rebelling against the law of since and death; c-acp pns31 vhd j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3030 therefore the Apostle saith, 1 John 5. 18. Whatsoever is borne of God sinneth not; that is, he cannot sin with his free will, with his whole consent. Therefore the Apostle Says, 1 John 5. 18. Whatsoever is born of God Sinneth not; that is, he cannot sin with his free will, with his Whole consent. av dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd r-crq vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx; cst vbz, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp po31 j-jn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3031 I will make this appear by five things, that a child of God can never sin with his whole will. I will make this appear by five things, that a child of God can never sin with his Whole will. pns11 vmb vvi d vvi p-acp crd n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 227 Page 84
3032 First, Because he never sins, but it is against his standing purpose and resolution, and determination in himselfe; First, Because he never Sins, but it is against his standing purpose and resolution, and determination in himself; ord, c-acp pns31 av-x n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po31 j-vvg n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3033 a childe of God hath a purpose never to sin against God, by using all manner of wayes, by striving, praying, labouring, endeavouring, comming to all Gods Ordinances, a child of God hath a purpose never to sin against God, by using all manner of ways, by striving, praying, labouring, endeavouring, coming to all God's Ordinances, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt n1 av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n2, p-acp vvg, vvg, j-vvg, vvg, vvg p-acp d ng1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3034 and taking all courses to resist sin; he hath this purpose; and taking all courses to resist since; he hath this purpose; cc vvg d n2 pc-acp vvi n1; pns31 vhz d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3035 a wicked man now hath no purpose not to sin, but he hath a secret purpose to sin; a wicked man now hath no purpose not to sin, but he hath a secret purpose to since; dt j n1 av vhz dx n1 xx pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pns31 vhz dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3036 a Drunkard hath a purpose when he meets with his companions to goe to the Alehouse and drink with them; a Drunkard hath a purpose when he meets with his Sodales to go to the Alehouse and drink with them; dt n1 vhz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3037 and a covetous man hath a secret purpose to be worldly; and a covetous man hath a secret purpose to be worldly; cc dt j n1 vhz dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3038 so let a man be a vain and an evill companion, he will not give over his company-keeping, they are his friends, so let a man be a vain and an evil Companion, he will not give over his Company-keeping, they Are his Friends, av vvb dt n1 vbb dt j cc dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 j, pns32 vbr po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3039 and he will converse with them; and he will converse with them; cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3040 tell him he must converse with the Saints of God, he will not, he hath a secret purpose to the contrary; tell him he must converse with the Saints of God, he will not, he hath a secret purpose to the contrary; vvb pno31 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb xx, pns31 vhz dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3041 but if a childe of God sin, it is against his purpose, he hath a standing purpose not to sin, Psalm 119. 27. Psal. 39. 1. Psal. 101. 3. So, I will never forget thy precepts, I will consider thy testimonies, but if a child of God since, it is against his purpose, he hath a standing purpose not to sin, Psalm 119. 27. Psalm 39. 1. Psalm 101. 3. So, I will never forget thy Precepts, I will Consider thy testimonies, cc-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhz dt j-vvg n1 xx pc-acp vvi, n1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi po21 n2, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3042 and I will turn my feet unto thy wayes. and I will turn my feet unto thy ways. cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 p-acp po21 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3043 There are abundance of places of Scripture that shew that a childe of God ever takes up an absolute purpose concerning holinesse and godlinesse of life and conversation. There Are abundance of places of Scripture that show that a child of God ever Takes up an absolute purpose Concerning holiness and godliness of life and Conversation. pc-acp vbr n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1 cst vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz a-acp dt j n1 vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3044 Now if a child of God be born down at any time, it is against the purpose of his heart, which is a signe that he doth not sin with his whole will; Now if a child of God be born down At any time, it is against the purpose of his heart, which is a Signen that he does not sin with his Whole will; av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3045 for if a mans will were absolutely set upon wicked courses, then he would have a purpose and resolution to live in them; for if a men will were absolutely Set upon wicked courses, then he would have a purpose and resolution to live in them; c-acp cs dt ng1 n1 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp j n2, cs pns31 vmd vhi dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3046 but a childe of God hath alwayes a purpose to doe the contrary, and to walk in Gods wayes. but a child of God hath always a purpose to do the contrary, and to walk in God's ways. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av dt n1 pc-acp vdi dt n-jn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 228 Page 84
3047 Secondly, Because a child of God never sins, but it is against the study and composure of his heart ▪ it is against his course, against the frame he composeth to himselfe, which is, that he may not sin against God, Secondly, Because a child of God never Sins, but it is against the study and composure of his heart ▪ it is against his course, against the frame he composeth to himself, which is, that he may not sin against God, ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 ▪ pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp px31, r-crq vbz, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 229 Page 84
3048 but that he is borne down with sin, Psal. 119. 112. I have inclined my heart to keep thy statutes alwayes, even to the end. but that he is born down with since, Psalm 119. 112. I have inclined my heart to keep thy statutes always, even to the end. cc-acp cst pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n2 av, av p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 229 Page 84
3049 He had a study and composure in his soule to keep Gods statutes and to keep them alwayes, even to the end; He had a study and composure in his soul to keep God's statutes and to keep them always, even to the end; pns31 vhd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av, av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 229 Page 84
3050 therefore whensoever David sinned, it was not with his whole will; for he sinned against the study and composure of his heart. Therefore whensoever David sinned, it was not with his Whole will; for he sinned against the study and composure of his heart. av q-crq np1 vvn, pn31 vbds xx p-acp po31 j-jn n1; c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 229 Page 84
3051 Thirdly, A childe of God never sins, but there is something or other that breaks the fulnesse of the voluntariness of it; as for example; Thirdly, A child of God never Sins, but there is something or other that breaks the fullness of the voluntariness of it; as for Exampl; ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x n2, cc-acp pc-acp vbz pi cc n-jn cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31; c-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 230 Page 84
3052 if a childe of God sins, sometimes it is out of ignorance, he doth not know that he offends God; if a child of God Sins, sometime it is out of ignorance, he does not know that he offends God; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 n2, av pn31 vbz av pp-f n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vvz np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 230 Page 85
3053 if he did, he would not doe it for a world. Now ignorance doth lessen the voluntarinesse of a thing; if he did, he would not do it for a world. Now ignorance does lessen the voluntariness of a thing; cs pns31 vdd, pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1. av n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 230 Page 85
3054 a man in ignorance may doe a thing which he would not have done if he had known it; a man in ignorance may do a thing which he would not have done if he had known it; dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vdi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd xx vhi vdn cs pns31 vhd vvn pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 230 Page 85
3055 therefore when a childe of God sinnes in ignorance, his will is not with it. Therefore when a child of God Sins in ignorance, his will is not with it. av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz xx p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 230 Page 85
3056 Again, If he sin against knowldge at any time, then it is through inconsideratenesse, it is in his haste; Again, If he sin against knowledge At any time, then it is through inconsiderateness, it is in his haste; av, cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 231 Page 85
3057 you know inconsideratenesse doth lessen the will mightily; you know inconsiderateness does lessen the will mightily; pn22 vvb n1 vdz vvi dt n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 231 Page 85
3058 a man may in haste doe a thing, which when he comes to think of, he would rather have cut off his right arm then have done it; a man may in haste do a thing, which when he comes to think of, he would rather have Cut off his right arm then have done it; dt n1 vmb p-acp n1 vdb dt n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pp-f, pns31 vmd av-c vhi vvn a-acp po31 j-jn n1 av vhb vdn pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 231 Page 85
3059 therefore this is an argument that all his will was not in the committing of the sin, Therefore this is an argument that all his will was not in the committing of the since, av d vbz dt n1 cst d po31 n1 vbds xx p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 231 Page 85
3060 because he did not consider of it, he did not doe it deliberately. Psal. 116. 11. In my haste I said all men are lyars; Because he did not Consider of it, he did not do it deliberately. Psalm 116. 11. In my haste I said all men Are liars; c-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi pp-f pn31, pns31 vdd xx vdi pn31 av-j. np1 crd crd p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vvd d n2 vbr n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 231 Page 85
3061 in my haste I said I am cut off from thy presence. in my haste I said I am Cut off from thy presence. p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vvd pns11 vbm vvn a-acp p-acp po21 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 231 Page 85
3062 Again, If he he doe it with more deliberation, yet there is something still that doth lessen the will; Again, If he he doe it with more deliberation, yet there is something still that does lessen the will; av, cs pns31 pno31 n1 pn31 p-acp dc n1, av pc-acp vbz pi av cst vdz vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3063 there be grievous and violent passions. Now violent passions doe exceedingly take away the will; a man in passion will doe things that his will is absolutely against; there be grievous and violent passion. Now violent passion do exceedingly take away the will; a man in passion will do things that his will is absolutely against; pc-acp vbi j cc j n2. av j n2 vdb av-vvg vvi av dt n1; dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vdi n2 cst po31 n1 vbz av-j p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3064 a man will stab his dearest friend in f•r• and •a•lion; a man will stab his dearest friend in f•r• and •a•lion; dt n1 vmb vvi po31 js-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3065 as when David murdered Ʋriah, it was meerly out of passion ▪ th• p••ion of shame, as when David murdered Ʋriah, it was merely out of passion ▪ th• p••ion of shame, c-acp c-crq np1 vvn np1, pn31 vbds av-j av pp-f n1 ▪ n1 n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3066 lest his sin should come out, to the dishonour of God, and the shame of his Kingdome and Crown; lest his since should come out, to the dishonour of God, and the shame of his Kingdom and Crown; cs po31 n1 vmd vvi av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3067 he was overwhelmed with shame and fear of the disgrace of his sins, and in fear he did doe it. he was overwhelmed with shame and Fear of the disgrace of his Sins, and in Fear he did doe it. pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc p-acp n1 pns31 vdd n1 pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3068 So Peter was in fear when he denied his Master, in fear that he should be put to death, So Peter was in Fear when he denied his Master, in Fear that he should be put to death, np1 np1 vbds p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1, p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3069 when at the same time I dare say many qualms came over his heart ▪ O that I were not here! when At the same time I Dare say many qualms Come over his heart ▪ Oh that I were not Here! c-crq p-acp dt d n1 pns11 vvb vvb d n2 vvd a-acp po31 n1 ▪ uh cst pns11 vbdr xx av! (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3070 O that I were not put to this! So when Jon•• ran away from God, it was in a passion. O that I were not put to this! So when Jon•• ran away from God, it was in a passion. sy cst pns11 vbdr xx vvn p-acp d! av c-crq np1 vvd av p-acp np1, pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 232 Page 85
3071 Again, Suppose that passion be down, yet something or other there will be still, that will lessen the will, Again, Suppose that passion be down, yet something or other there will be still, that will lessen the will, av, vvb d n1 vbb a-acp, av pi cc n-jn pc-acp vmb vbi av, cst vmb vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 233 Page 85
3072 as violent temptations and impulsions to sin; as violent temptations and impulsions to since; c-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 233 Page 85
3073 when a man himself at the same time hath a great act of his will to resist these temptations and impulsions to sin; when a man himself At the same time hath a great act of his will to resist these temptations and impulsions to since; c-crq dt n1 px31 p-acp dt d n1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 233 Page 85
3074 when a man at the same time hath a great act of his will to resist these temptations, when a man At the same time hath a great act of his will to resist these temptations, c-crq dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 233 Page 85
3075 but the temptations are greater, and so he is born down; but here is not all the will; but the temptations Are greater, and so he is born down; but Here is not all the will; cc-acp dt n2 vbr jc, cc av pns31 vbz vvn a-acp; cc-acp av vbz xx d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 233 Page 85
3076 for he would not do it; for he would not do it; c-acp pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 233 Page 85
3077 a wicked man may have reluctancy, and resistance against sin in his conscience, but a godly man his will is against it. a wicked man may have reluctancy, and resistance against since in his conscience, but a godly man his will is against it. dt j n1 vmb vhi n1, cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp dt j n1 po31 n1 vbz p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 233 Page 85
3078 Fourthly, A child of God can never be brought so low as to make a trade of sin; Fourthly, A child of God can never be brought so low as to make a trade of since; ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vbi vvn av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3079 He that committeth sin, is of the Divel, 1 Joh. 3. 8. that is, he that committeth sin by way of trade; He that Committeth since, is of the devil, 1 John 3. 8. that is, he that Committeth since by Way of trade; pns31 cst vvz n1, vbz pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3080 now this cannot be in a child of God; he is of the Divel that makes a trade of sin; now this cannot be in a child of God; he is of the devil that makes a trade of since; av d vmbx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vbz pp-f dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3081 a child of God his course is to the contrary, it is his trade to cleanse himself, a child of God his course is to the contrary, it is his trade to cleanse himself, dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3082 and purifie his heart by faith from day to day; if he be impatient, he cannot make a practice of it; and purify his heart by faith from day to day; if he be impatient, he cannot make a practice of it; cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; cs pns31 vbb j, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3083 a child of God cannot sin, for he is sanctified. Psal. 119. 1. 2. they do no wicked thing, &c. This is by way of trade and occupation; a child of God cannot sin, for he is sanctified. Psalm 119. 1. 2. they do no wicked thing, etc. This is by Way of trade and occupation; dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn. np1 crd crd crd pns32 vdb dx j n1, av d vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3084 a child of God doth never sin in that fashion; a child of God does never sin in that fashion; dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-x vvi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3085 therefore it is certain his full will is not to sin, for if his whole will were after sin, he would go on in it, Therefore it is certain his full will is not to since, for if his Whole will were After since, he would go on in it, av pn31 vbz j po31 j n1 vbz xx p-acp n1, c-acp cs po31 j-jn n1 vbdr p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3086 and live in it, and make a practice of it; but he dares not, nor will not make a practice of it. and live in it, and make a practice of it; but he dares not, nor will not make a practice of it. cc vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; cc-acp pns31 vvz xx, ccx vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 234 Page 85
3087 Fifthly, A child of God doth never so sin but he hath an aptness in him to rise again; Fifthly, A child of God does never so since but he hath an aptness in him to rise again; ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-x av n1 cc-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3088 a child of God hath a greater aptness to rise again and repent, and love God again; a child of God hath a greater aptness to rise again and Repent, and love God again; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi av cc vvi, cc n1 np1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3089 he hath a gracious heavenly aptness above all other men in the world; he hath a gracious heavenly aptness above all other men in the world; pns31 vhz dt j j n1 p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3090 let him sin never so much, let his fall be never so great, there will be this aptness left, let him since never so much, let his fallen be never so great, there will be this aptness left, vvb pno31 n1 av-x av av-d, vvb po31 n1 vbb av-x av j, pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3091 and it shall remain in him continually; and this is an evident sign he never sinned with his whole will; and it shall remain in him continually; and this is an evident Signen he never sinned with his Whole will; cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 av-j; cc d vbz dt j n1 pns31 av-x vvd p-acp po31 j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3092 for if he did sin with his whole will, he would be as unapt to repent as if he had never been converted; for if he did sin with his Whole will, he would be as unapt to Repent as if he had never been converted; c-acp cs pns31 vdd vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1, pns31 vmd vbi a-acp j pc-acp vvi c-acp cs pns31 vhd av-x vbn vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3093 as Solomon saith, Prov. 9. 8. As who should say, a wise man is apt to take a rebuke, he is apt to take it in good part; as Solomon Says, Curae 9. 8. As who should say, a wise man is apt to take a rebuke, he is apt to take it in good part; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3094 he will take it humbly and obediently, if he be a wise man; and this is a sign his will is not absolutely set upon folly; he will take it humbly and obediently, if he be a wise man; and this is a Signen his will is not absolutely Set upon folly; pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av-j cc av-j, cs pns31 vbb dt j n1; cc d vbz dt n1 po31 n1 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 85
3095 but if you tell him you have played the fool, and dealt unadvisedly, why would you be overtaken with such a corruption? you have provoked God, &c. he will love you for it, he hath an aptness so to do, but if you tell him you have played the fool, and dealt unadvisedly, why would you be overtaken with such a corruption? you have provoked God, etc. he will love you for it, he hath an aptness so to do, cc-acp cs pn22 vvb pno31 pn22 vhb vvn dt n1, cc vvd av-j, q-crq vmd pn22 vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1? pn22 vhb vvn np1, av pns31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pn31, pns31 vhz dt n1 av pc-acp vdi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 86
3096 and this aptness shall ever remain; and this aptness shall ever remain; cc d n1 vmb av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 86
3097 and this is another good thing remaining in the children of God, that is, a lusting against sinne. and this is Another good thing remaining in the children of God, that is, a lusting against sin. cc d vbz j-jn j n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vbz, dt j-vvg p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 235 Page 86
3098 Thirdly, Another thing is for ever to have a tender disposition to look after God, and to have an eye to God; Thirdly, another thing is for ever to have a tender disposition to look After God, and to have an eye to God; ord, j-jn n1 vbz p-acp av pc-acp vhi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3099 this shall never be taken away quit• and clean; this shall never be taken away quit• and clean; d vmb av-x vbi vvn av n1 cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3100 as you may see in Jonah, though he had run away from God in that lamentable manner, as you may see in Jonah, though he had run away from God in that lamentable manner, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn av p-acp np1 p-acp d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3101 yet saith he, I will look towards thy Temple; yet Says he, I will look towards thy Temple; av vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3102 his thoughts were there, his mind was to have Gods love, his goodness, and countenance to shine upon him; his thoughts were there, his mind was to have God's love, his Goodness, and countenance to shine upon him; po31 n2 vbdr a-acp, po31 n1 vbds pc-acp vhi n2 vvi, po31 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3103 he must have an eye to that above all things in the world; he must have an eye to that above all things in the world; pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp d p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3104 but you will say, affliction made him do that, he was now in the Whales belly; but you will say, affliction made him do that, he was now in the Whale's belly; cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 vvd pno31 vdi d, pns31 vbds av p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3105 but you may see, he looked upon God before he was in the Whales belly; but you may see, he looked upon God before he was in the Whale's belly; cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi, pns31 vvd p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3106 for when the Mariners asked him what he was, saith he, I am an Hebrew that fears God; for when the Mariners asked him what he was, Says he, I am an Hebrew that fears God; p-acp c-crq dt n2 vvd pno31 r-crq pns31 vbds, vvz pns31, pns11 vbm dt njp cst vvz np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3107 and as a proof of this fear, you may see how he submitted to God; I have run away from God, saith he; and as a proof of this Fear, you may see how he submitted to God; I have run away from God, Says he; cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1; pns11 vhb vvn av p-acp np1, vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3108 he confessed his sin, and took shame to himself, and submitted himself to be flung into the Sea, that God might have glory by his drowning if he would. he confessed his since, and took shame to himself, and submitted himself to be flung into the Sea, that God might have glory by his drowning if he would. pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc vvd n1 p-acp px31, cc vvd px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vmd vhi n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg cs pns31 vmd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 236 Page 86
3109 So that all was not drowned in him; now that this disposition remaines appears by five things. So that all was not drowned in him; now that this disposition remains appears by five things. av cst d vbds xx vvn p-acp pno31; av cst d n1 vvz vvz p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 237 Page 86
3110 First, Though a child of God should grow to never so sluggish a pace in Religion, that all his vigour in prayer is gone, he hath not the affection and heart in good duties that once he had, he is lumpish and untoward; First, Though a child of God should grow to never so sluggish a pace in Religion, that all his vigour in prayer is gone, he hath not the affection and heart in good duties that once he had, he is lumpish and untoward; ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi p-acp av-x av j dt n1 p-acp n1, cst d po31 n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vhz xx dt n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2 cst a-acp pns31 vhd, pns31 vbz j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3111 yet in the midst of all these distempers, he cannot lie down to this, but he hath abundance of heaves to God to quicken him again; yet in the midst of all these distempers, he cannot lie down to this, but he hath abundance of heaves to God to quicken him again; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2, pns31 vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp d, cc-acp pns31 vhz n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3112 as David saith, Psalm 119. 25. My soule cleaveth unto the dust, O quicken thou me according to thy word. as David Says, Psalm 119. 25. My soul cleaveth unto the dust, Oh quicken thou me according to thy word. c-acp np1 vvz, n1 crd crd po11 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, uh vvb pns21 pno11 p-acp p-acp po21 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3113 His wings were off, and his chariot-wheels were knockt aside, he could not goe on in good duties with any pace, he was lumpish and untoward, his soule cleaved to the dust; His wings were off, and his Chariot wheels were knocked aside, he could not go on in good duties with any pace, he was lumpish and untoward, his soul cleaved to the dust; po31 n2 vbdr a-acp, cc po31 n2 vbdr vvn av, pns31 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1, pns31 vbds j cc j, po31 n1 j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3114 and yet you see what heaves he gives, he would be quickned, he would not be at this passe; and yet you see what heaves he gives, he would be quickened, he would not be At this pass; cc av pn22 vvb r-crq vvz pns31 vvz, pns31 vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vmd xx vbi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3115 Oh that God would quicken him? this was his disease, and the burthen of his soule, O quicken me! O that God would quicken him? this was his disease, and the burden of his soul, Oh quicken me! uh cst np1 vmd vvi pno31? d vbds po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, uh vvb pno11! (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3116 O the lamentable throwes and secret yernings that are in a poor soule that is dead and dull! O the lamentable throws and secret yearnings that Are in a poor soul that is dead and dull! sy dt j n2 cc j-jn n2-vvg d vbr p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz j cc j! (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3117 he cannot pray, nor finde the Word work upon his soule, he can receive no fruit and benefit by the Word of God; he cannot pray, nor find the Word work upon his soul, he can receive no fruit and benefit by the Word of God; pns31 vmbx vvi, ccx vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi dx n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3118 O the moanes, and yernings, and lookings up to God, that God would quicken him! Oh the moans, and yearnings, and lookings up to God, that God would quicken him! uh dt n2, cc n2-vvg, cc n2 a-acp p-acp np1, cst np1 vmd vvi pno31! (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3119 though he hath no heart almost, but is marvellously borne down, yet he is not able to lie down under this, it is a disease to him; O quicken me! though he hath no heart almost, but is marvellously born down, yet he is not able to lie down under this, it is a disease to him; Oh quicken me! cs pns31 vhz dx n1 av, cc-acp vbz av-j vvn a-acp, av pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31; uh vvb pno11! (7) treatise (DIV2) 238 Page 86
3120 Again, Let him be never so much hardened, as a childe of God may be fearfully hardened; Again, Let him be never so much hardened, as a child of God may be fearfully hardened; av, vvb pno31 vbi av-x av av-d vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 239 Page 86
3121 yet in the midst of all he hath a feeling of this hardning, whereupon he makes out after God, yet in the midst of all he hath a feeling of this hardening, whereupon he makes out After God, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pns31 vhz dt n-vvg pp-f d n-vvg, c-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 239 Page 86
3122 and will never give him over, till he hath freed him from it, Isa. 63. 17. and will never give him over, till he hath freed him from it, Isaiah 63. 17. cc vmb av-x vvi pno31 a-acp, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 239 Page 86
3123 Again, Though a childe of God be never so secure, as he may be secure and grow careless of God, Again, Though a child of God be never so secure, as he may be secure and grow careless of God, av, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb av-x av j, c-acp pns31 vmb vbi j cc vvi j pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 240 Page 86
3124 yet in the midst of all, he can never be quite overcome by security, so as quite and clean to forget God; yet in the midst of all, he can never be quite overcome by security, so as quite and clean to forget God; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, pns31 vmb av-x vbi av vvn p-acp n1, av c-acp av cc j pc-acp vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 240 Page 86
3125 no, he must listen after God, and will hearken after God, and hear the voice of God in some measure, no, he must listen After God, and will harken After God, and hear the voice of God in Some measure, uh-dx, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 240 Page 86
3126 when the word reproves him, and finds fault with his courses, he doth hearken to it, he is not quite asleep; when the word reproves him, and finds fault with his courses, he does harken to it, he is not quite asleep; c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31, cc vvz n1 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vdz vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vbz xx av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 240 Page 86
3127 as the Church saith, I sleep, but my heart waketh, Cant. 5. 2. She did take notice of God in the midst of all her security; as the Church Says, I sleep, but my heart waketh, Cant 5. 2. She did take notice of God in the midst of all her security; c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns11 vvb, cc-acp po11 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 vdd vvi n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 240 Page 86
3128 it is the voyce of my Beloved, saith she. it is the voice of my beloved, Says she. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 j-vvn, vvz pns31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 240 Page 86
3129 Fourthly, A childe of God can never so far goe down the wind, but he shall for ever love the Image of God, Fourthly, A child of God can never so Far go down the wind, but he shall for ever love the Image of God, ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x av av-j vvi a-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb p-acp av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 86
3130 and love mercy, and love holinesse and goodness, and love the Ordinances of God, and the Image of God, wheresoever he sees it; and love mercy, and love holiness and Goodness, and love the Ordinances of God, and the Image of God, wheresoever he sees it; cc vvb n1, cc vvb n1 cc n1, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 86
3131 nay, he doth love the children of God, and this is a signe unto him that he is passed from death to life, nay, he does love the children of God, and this is a Signen unto him that he is passed from death to life, uh-x, pns31 vdz vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 87
3132 when he hardly hath any other signe; when he hardly hath any other Signen; c-crq pns31 av vhz d j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 87
3133 'tis true, when sin a•• corruption hath exceedingly defiled Gods childe, it may make him shy of Gods children, it's true, when since a•• corruption hath exceedingly defiled God's child, it may make him shy of God's children, pn31|vbz j, c-crq n1 n1 n1 vhz av-vvg vvn npg1 n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 j pp-f npg1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 87
3134 and make him winde out of their company; and make him wind out of their company; cc vvi pno31 n1 av pp-f po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 87
3135 but yet grace makes him love them, they are the amiab lest persons in the world in that mans eye, he blesseth the very ground they goe upon, he hath this ever left in him; but yet grace makes him love them, they Are the amiab lest Persons in the world in that men eye, he Blesses the very ground they go upon, he hath this ever left in him; cc-acp av n1 vvz pno31 vvi pno32, pns32 vbr dt n1 cs n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, pns31 vhz d av vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 87
3136 and by this a childe of God may know that he is passed from death to life, and by this a child of God may know that he is passed from death to life, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 87
3137 because he loves the Brethren, 1 John 3. 14. Because he loves the Brothers, 1 John 3. 14. c-acp pns31 vvz dt n2, crd np1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 241 Page 87
3138 Fifthly, A childe of God shall never be brought so low, but in the midst of all he shall chide, Fifthly, A child of God shall never be brought so low, but in the midst of all he shall chide, ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vbi vvn av av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pns31 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 242 Page 87
3139 and check, and finde fault with his own soule, not as wicked men doe, by reason of the terrours of conscience, but in a gracious manner; and check, and find fault with his own soul, not as wicked men do, by reason of the terrors of conscience, but in a gracious manner; cc vvi, cc vvi n1 p-acp po31 d n1, xx p-acp j n2 vdb, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 242 Page 87
3140 why have I done thus? is this the thanks for the redemption of the world by Jesus Christ? is this the thanks for the Gospel? are these the fruits I bring forth under Gods Ordinances? why am I thus dull to good duties? why am I thus dastardly and cowardly for God? there will be these gracious chidings; why have I done thus? is this the thanks for the redemption of the world by jesus christ? is this the thanks for the Gospel? Are these the fruits I bring forth under God's Ordinances? why am I thus dull to good duties? why am I thus dastardly and cowardly for God? there will be these gracious chidings; q-crq vhb pns11 vdn av? vbz d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 np1? vbz d dt n2 p-acp dt n1? vbr d dt n2 pns11 vvb av p-acp npg1 n2? q-crq vbm pns11 av j p-acp j n2? q-crq vbm pns11 av j cc j p-acp np1? pc-acp vmb vbi d j n2-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 242 Page 87
3141 though sin and corruption makes him full of legal terrours, yet there be some gracious checkings and expostulations, though since and corruption makes him full of Legal terrors, yet there be Some gracious checkings and expostulations, cs n1 cc n1 vvz pno31 j pp-f j n2, av pc-acp vbi d j n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 242 Page 87
3142 as David saith, Why art thou so heavy O my soule? O be quickned, O be awakened, hear better, and pray better! as David Says, Why art thou so heavy Oh my soul? Oh be quickened, Oh be awakened, hear better, and pray better! c-acp np1 vvz, q-crq vb2r pns21 av j uh po11 n1? uh vbb vvn, uh vbb vvn, vvb av-jc, cc vvb av-jc! (7) treatise (DIV2) 242 Page 87
3143 He doth check and condemn himselfe in a gracious manner, and he can never like of these courses; this will be for ever. He does check and condemn himself in a gracious manner, and he can never like of these courses; this will be for ever. pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb av-x vvi pp-f d n2; d vmb vbi p-acp av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 242 Page 87
3144 Lastly, Another thing that shall be in Gods children for ever, is the habits of grace; they shall ever have these; Lastly, another thing that shall be in God's children for ever, is the habits of grace; they shall ever have these; ord, j-jn n1 cst vmb vbi p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp av, vbz dt n2 pp-f n1; pns32 vmb av vhi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3145 though the acts of grace may be asleep, and cease working, yet the habits of grace shall ever remain; though the acts of grace may be asleep, and cease working, yet the habits of grace shall ever remain; cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi j, cc vvb vvg, av dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3146 as a man, though through violent sickness he may run mad and frantick, and lose the act of reason, as a man, though through violent sickness he may run mad and frantic, and loose the act of reason, c-acp dt n1, cs p-acp j n1 pns31 vmb vvi j cc j, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3147 and be like a mad man; yet the habit of reason is in him still, because he hath a reasonable soule; and be like a mad man; yet the habit of reason is in him still, Because he hath a reasonable soul; cc vbi av-j dt j n1; av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp pno31 av, c-acp pns31 vhz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3148 and let the distemper be gone, and he will put forth the acts of reason: and let the distemper be gone, and he will put forth the acts of reason: cc vvb dt n1 vbb vvn, cc pns31 vmb vvi av dt n2 pp-f n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3149 So a childe of God, though for the present he be horribly distempered, and all the acts of grace are asleep; So a child of God, though for the present he be horribly distempered, and all the acts of grace Are asleep; av dt n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp dt j pns31 vbb av-j vvn, cc d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3150 yet he hath the spirit of God in him, and therefore hath the habits of grace; yet he hath the Spirit of God in him, and Therefore hath the habits of grace; av pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cc av vhz dt n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3151 although no grace were shining in Davids heart in the act of them, when he fell in to the sins of murder and adultery; although no grace were shining in Davids heart in the act of them, when he fell in to the Sins of murder and adultery; cs dx n1 vbdr vvg p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3152 yet he had all graces in the habit of them, in the root of them; yet he had all graces in the habit of them, in the root of them; av pns31 vhd d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3153 as a tree, though it seem to be quite dead, yet life is in the root; as a tree, though it seem to be quite dead, yet life is in the root; c-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vvb pc-acp vbi av j, av n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3154 so a childe of God will have the habit and life of grace ever remaining in him; so a child of God will have the habit and life of grace ever remaining in him; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 av vvg p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3155 and this appeares by two things. and this appears by two things. cc d vvz p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 243 Page 87
3156 First, A childe of God in the midst of all his carelesness and negligence, there is a miraculous preserving of that man, that though that man hath been very •areless, First, A child of God in the midst of all his carelessness and negligence, there is a miraculous preserving of that man, that though that man hath been very •areless, ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f d n1, cst cs d n1 vhz vbn av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 244 Page 87
3157 and wonderful unwatchful, and exposing himself to the temptations of Satan; yet he shall be strangely kept, that he shall not fall, in a wonderful manner, and wondered unwatchful, and exposing himself to the temptations of Satan; yet he shall be strangely kept, that he shall not fallen, in a wondered manner, cc j j, cc vvg px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; av pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi, p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 244 Page 87
3158 though it be no thank to himselfe, 1 Sam. 2. 9. This is an evident sign of Gods spirit in him, that though he let him get abundance of knocks, though it be no thank to himself, 1 Sam. 2. 9. This is an evident Signen of God's Spirit in him, that though he let him get abundance of knocks, cs pn31 vbb dx vvb p-acp px31, crd np1 crd crd d vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31, cst cs pns31 vvb pno31 vvi n1 pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 244 Page 87
3159 yet he will not let him get that fatal knock, but he carrieth him along from day to day. yet he will not let him get that fatal knock, but he Carrieth him along from day to day. av pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31 vvi cst j n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 244 Page 87
3160 Secondly, It appeares by this, that this man shall never be to be converted again, but he shall for ever be a new creature; Secondly, It appears by this, that this man shall never be to be converted again, but he shall for ever be a new creature; ord, pn31 vvz p-acp d, cst d n1 vmb av-x vbi pc-acp vbi vvn av, cc-acp pns31 vmb p-acp av vbi dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3161 though the spirit of God hide himselfe, and withhold his former operations, yet he will not goe quite away, though the Spirit of God hide himself, and withhold his former operations, yet he will not go quite away, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi px31, cc vvi po31 j n2, av pns31 vmb xx vvi av av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3162 because a childe of God shall never need to be converted again: Because a child of God shall never need to be converted again: c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi vvn av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3163 'Tis true, the rising up of a childe of God out of sin, into which he is fallen, is called conversion sometimes; It's true, the rising up of a child of God out of since, into which he is fallen, is called conversion sometime; pn31|vbz j, dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn, vbz vvn n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3164 as our Saviour Christ saith to Peter, When thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren. as our Saviour christ Says to Peter, When thou art converted, strengthen thy brothers. c-acp po12 n1 np1 vvz p-acp np1, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn, vvb po21 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3165 Nay a childe of God may think he hath need of new conversion, and that he must begin all anew again; Nay a child of God may think he hath need of new conversion, and that he must begin all anew again; uh dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pns31 vhz n1 pp-f j n1, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi d av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3166 as David said, Create in me O Lord a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within me, Psal. 51. 10. as though he were to begin anew again: as David said, Create in me Oh Lord a clean heart, and renew a right Spirit within me, Psalm 51. 10. as though he were to begin anew again: c-acp np1 vvd, vvb p-acp pno11 uh n1 dt j n1, cc vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno11, np1 crd crd p-acp c-acp pns31 vbdr pc-acp vvi av av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3167 But a childe of God is never to begin anew; But a child of God is never to begin anew; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-x pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 87
3168 no, regeneration is an incorruptible thing, 1 Pet. 2. 23. Psalm 112. 5. His righteousness remaineth for ever, he shall never have quite lost it, no, regeneration is an incorruptible thing, 1 Pet. 2. 23. Psalm 112. 5. His righteousness remains for ever, he shall never have quite lost it, uh-dx, n1 vbz dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd np1 crd crd po31 n1 vvz p-acp av, pns31 vmb av-x vhi av vvn pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3169 so as that he shall be to seek again, as if he had never had it; so as that he shall be to seek again, as if he had never had it; av c-acp cst pns31 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi av, c-acp cs pns31 vhd av vhd pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3170 for if regeneration were to be renewed, a man should be reprobated again; for if regeneration were to be renewed, a man should be reprobated again; c-acp cs n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 vmd vbi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3171 but there is but one Faith, one Baptism, one Lord, Eph. 4. Therefore if there be but one Baptism, there is but one Regeneration; but there is but one Faith, one Baptism, one Lord, Ephesians 4. Therefore if there be but one Baptism, there is but one Regeneration; cc-acp pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, np1 crd av cs pc-acp vbi p-acp crd n1, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3172 The faith is but once delivered to the Saints, Jude 3. God delivers his vertues and graces but once to the soul, The faith is but once Delivered to the Saints, U^de 3. God delivers his Virtues and graces but once to the soul, dt n1 vbz p-acp a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2, np1 crd np1 vvz po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3173 and is never to deliver them again; and is never to deliver them again; cc vbz av-x pc-acp vvi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3174 indeed they may be smothered and choaked sometimes, and lie under the ashes, as coals under the embers, indeed they may be smothered and choked sometime, and lie under the Ashes, as coals under the embers, av pns32 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn av, cc vvi p-acp dt n2, c-acp n2 p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3175 but they shall never be quite extinguished; but they shall never be quite extinguished; cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vbi av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3176 there needs nothing but a stirring up and provoking of the gift of God that is in them; there needs nothing but a stirring up and provoking of the gift of God that is in them; pc-acp vvz pix cc-acp dt vvg a-acp cc vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3177 and this is a signe that they never fell totally away; and this is a Signen that they never fell totally away; cc d vbz dt n1 cst pns32 av-x vvd av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3178 for if they fell totally away, they must have new repentance, as if they had never had it, for if they fell totally away, they must have new Repentance, as if they had never had it, c-acp cs pns32 vvd av-j av, pns32 vmb vhi j n1, c-acp cs pns32 vhd av vhd pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3179 and they must be converted again, and regenerated againe with a second regeneration, which was never heard of. and they must be converted again, and regenerated again with a second regeneration, which was never herd of. cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn av, cc vvn av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbds av-x vvn pp-f. (7) treatise (DIV2) 245 Page 88
3180 The first Use may serve for the confutation of those that hold that a childe of God may fall totally away; here you see he cannot; The First Use may serve for the confutation of those that hold that a child of God may fallen totally away; Here you see he cannot; dt ord n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av-j av; av pn22 vvb pns31 vmbx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3181 though he may fall never so grievously into foul sins and grievous distempers, yet he shall never fall totally, though he may fallen never so grievously into foul Sins and grievous distempers, yet he shall never fallen totally, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi av-x av av-j p-acp j n2 cc j n2, av pns31 vmb av-x vvi av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3182 but some good things shall remain in him, Psal. 37. 28. The Lord preserveth his Saints. but Some good things shall remain in him, Psalm 37. 28. The Lord Preserveth his Saints. cc-acp d j n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3183 And Jude 1. they are called a people sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ. And U^de 1. they Are called a people sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in jesus christ. cc np1 crd pns32 vbr vvn dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 dt n1, cc vvn p-acp np1 np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3184 And as the Apostle speaks, 1 Pet. 2. 10. He that doth these things shall never fall. And as the Apostle speaks, 1 Pet. 2. 10. He that does these things shall never fallen. cc p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vdz d n2 vmb av-x vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3185 A childe of God shall never fall totally; it is everlasting life that he hath; that faith which he hath is an eternal grace; A child of God shall never fallen totally; it is everlasting life that he hath; that faith which he hath is an Eternal grace; dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vvi av-j; pn31 vbz j n1 cst pns31 vhz; d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3186 he that believeth hath everlasting life; so the fear of God is an everlasting grace; he that Believeth hath everlasting life; so the Fear of God is an everlasting grace; pns31 cst vvz vhz j n1; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3187 The fear of God endureth for ever, Psal. 19. 9. And therefore those that totally fall away, shew plainly that they were never the children of God; The Fear of God Endureth for ever, Psalm 19. 9. And Therefore those that totally fallen away, show plainly that they were never the children of God; dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp av, np1 crd crd cc av d cst av-j vvi av, vvb av-j cst pns32 vbdr av-x dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3188 as the Apostle faith, If after they have been enlightned, &c. they fall away, it is impossible they should be renewed by repentance, Heb. 6. Because they were never right, there was never any true grace in that mans heart; as the Apostle faith, If After they have been enlightened, etc. they fallen away, it is impossible they should be renewed by Repentance, Hebrew 6. Because they were never right, there was never any true grace in that men heart; c-acp dt n1 n1, cs a-acp pns32 vhb vbn vvn, av pns32 vvb av, pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd p-acp pns32 vbdr av-x j-jn, pc-acp vbds av-x d j n1 p-acp d ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3189 but saith he, I hope better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, Heb. 6. 19. As who should say, they that have things accompanying salvation, can never fall totally away. but Says he, I hope better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, Hebrew 6. 19. As who should say, they that have things accompanying salvation, can never fallen totally away. cc-acp vvz pns31, pns11 vvb jc n2 pp-f pn22, cc n2 cst vvb n1, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns32 cst vhb n2 vvg n1, vmb av-x vvi av-j av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 246 Page 88
3190 The second Use is for comfort to Gods children. The second Use is for Comfort to God's children. dt ord n1 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 247 Page 88
3191 Hast thou true faith, or any good things wrought in thy soule? thou shalt never lose it; Hast thou true faith, or any good things wrought in thy soul? thou shalt never loose it; vh2 pns21 j n1, cc d j n2 vvn p-acp po21 n1? pns21 vm2 av-x vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 247 Page 88
3192 though thou mayst suffer a great deal of sickness, and fall into many decayes of grace and goodness, though thou Mayest suffer a great deal of sickness, and fallen into many decays of grace and Goodness, cs pns21 vm2 vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 247 Page 88
3193 yet thou shalt never lose all; there shall be some good things remaining in thee; yet thou shalt never loose all; there shall be Some good things remaining in thee; av pns21 vm2 av-x vvi d; pc-acp vmb vbi d j n2 vvg p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 247 Page 88
3194 the Lord will not suffer thy righteousnesse to fall for ever, he will have thee in everlasting remembrance; the Lord will not suffer thy righteousness to fallen for ever, he will have thee in everlasting remembrance; dt n1 vmb xx vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av, pns31 vmb vhi pno21 p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 247 Page 88
3195 therefore what a comfort ought this to be to every true beleeving soule? Again, This is a great comfort against all fears. Therefore what a Comfort ought this to be to every true believing soul? Again, This is a great Comfort against all fears. av q-crq dt n1 vmd d pc-acp vbi p-acp d j j-vvg n1? av, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 247 Page 88
3196 Art thou afraid thou hast no grace? I beseech thee believe the Word of God rather then thine own sense and feeling; Art thou afraid thou hast no grace? I beseech thee believe the Word of God rather then thine own sense and feeling; vb2r pns21 j pns21 vh2 dx n1? pns11 vvb pno21 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 av-c cs po21 d n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3197 thou hast heard the Word of God say a childe of God can never be without grace, he can never fall totally away; thou hast herd the Word of God say a child of God can never be without grace, he can never fallen totally away; pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vbi p-acp n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3198 therefore though sense and feeling tell thee thou hast none, yet believe the Word that saith thou hast, 2 Cor. 5. 10. We walk by faith, Therefore though sense and feeling tell thee thou hast none, yet believe the Word that Says thou hast, 2 Cor. 5. 10. We walk by faith, av cs n1 cc n-vvg vvb pno21 pns21 vh2 pix, av vvb dt n1 cst vvz pns21 vh2, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3199 and not by feeling, saith the Apostle. and not by feeling, Says the Apostle. cc xx p-acp n1, vvz dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3200 The best of Gods children sometimes are put to this, to live by faith, and not by sense at all; The best of God's children sometime Are put to this, to live by faith, and not by sense At all; dt js pp-f ng1 n2 av vbr vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3201 though God help thee not in prayer, nor quicken thee in good duties, and though thy sense and feeling tell thee thou hast no grace, believe it not, though God help thee not in prayer, nor quicken thee in good duties, and though thy sense and feeling tell thee thou hast no grace, believe it not, cs np1 vvb pno21 xx p-acp n1, ccx vvi pno21 p-acp j n2, cc cs po21 n1 cc n-vvg vvb pno21 pns21 vh2 dx n1, vvb pn31 xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3202 but believe the Word of God that tells thee a childe of God shall never be without grace to the worlds end, but believe the Word of God that tells thee a child of God shall never be without grace to the world's end, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz pno21 dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3203 but something shall remain in him for evermore; but something shall remain in him for evermore; cc-acp pi vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3204 therefore be of good comfort, though thou see nothing, and thy neighbours see nothing, yet believe neither thy selfe nor thy neighbours, Therefore be of good Comfort, though thou see nothing, and thy neighbours see nothing, yet believe neither thy self nor thy neighbours, av vbb pp-f j n1, cs pns21 vvi pix, cc po21 n2 vvb pix, av vvb d po21 n1 ccx po21 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3205 but rather believe the Word of God then a thousand witnesses; for it is certain, a childe of God shall never fall totally away. but rather believe the Word of God then a thousand Witnesses; for it is certain, a child of God shall never fallen totally away. cc-acp av-c vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av dt crd n2; p-acp pn31 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vvi av-j av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 248 Page 88
3206 Again, It may be a comfort against all manner of temptations; God knows how thou mayst be tempted & assaulted; Again, It may be a Comfort against all manner of temptations; God knows how thou Mayest be tempted & assaulted; av, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2; np1 vvz c-crq pns21 vm2 vbi vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 249 Page 89
3207 the Devil may be let loose upon thee; the devil may be let lose upon thee; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 249 Page 89
3208 but still remember and think with thy selfe, I was told, a child of God can never fall totally away one whose heart God hath once inclined, one whose soul God hath once sanctified, one whom God hath once turned, but still Remember and think with thy self, I was told, a child of God can never fallen totally away one whose heart God hath once inclined, one whose soul God hath once sanctified, one whom God hath once turned, cc-acp av vvb cc vvi p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vbds vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vvi av-j av crd rg-crq n1 np1 vhz a-acp vvn, pi rg-crq n1 np1 vhz a-acp vvn, pi ro-crq n1 vhz a-acp vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 249 Page 89
3209 & brought home to him in some measure, I have been told he shall never fal away; & brought home to him in Some measure, I have been told he shall never fall away; cc vvd av-an p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1, pns11 vhb vbn vvn pns31 vmb av-x vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 249 Page 89
3210 therefore hold this principle even to death, against all the Devils in Hell; Therefore hold this principle even to death, against all the Devils in Hell; av vvb d n1 av p-acp n1, p-acp d dt n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 249 Page 89
3211 God is my God, and I have grace, and shall have grace, and shall never be totally off the hooks as long as I live; God is my God, and I have grace, and shall have grace, and shall never be totally off the hooks as long as I live; np1 vbz po11 n1, cc pns11 vhb n1, cc vmb vhi n1, cc vmb av-x vbi av-j a-acp dt n2 c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 249 Page 89
3212 as David, though he said God had forsaken him in regard of sense and feeling, yet he holds this principle still, My God, my God, Psal. 22. 1. Again, This is a great comfort against all persecutions; as David, though he said God had forsaken him in regard of sense and feeling, yet he holds this principle still, My God, my God, Psalm 22. 1. Again, This is a great Comfort against all persecutions; c-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vvd np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av pns31 vvz d n1 av, po11 np1, po11 np1, np1 crd crd av, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 249 Page 89
3213 we know not what persecutions and what troubles we may come to, and what may become of us before we goe hence: we know not what persecutions and what Troubles we may come to, and what may become of us before we go hence: pns12 vvb xx r-crq n2 cc r-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, cc q-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno12 c-acp pns12 vvb av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3214 Now it is a great comfort to hear this, that come prosperity, come adver•ity, come what can come, come temptations on the right hand, Now it is a great Comfort to hear this, that come Prosperity, come adver•ity, come what can come, come temptations on the right hand, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d, cst vvb n1, vvb n1, vvb r-crq vmb vvi, vvb n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3215 and on the left hand, come fire and faggot, come prison, come banishment, I tell you a childe of God shall never be a bankrupt, he shall never be void of all the spirit of God, and on the left hand, come fire and faggot, come prison, come banishment, I tell you a child of God shall never be a bankrupt, he shall never be void of all the Spirit of God, cc p-acp dt j n1, vvb n1 cc n1, vvb n1, vvb n1, pns11 vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vbi dt j-jn, pns31 vmb av-x vbi j pp-f d dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3216 and all the graces of God, he shall have something in him still remaining. and all the graces of God, he shall have something in him still remaining. cc d dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vhi pi p-acp pno31 av vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3217 'Tis true, a childe of God may be brought to that pass, that persecutions may be heavy to him, It's true, a child of God may be brought to that pass, that persecutions may be heavy to him, pn31|vbz j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cst n2 vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3218 and may be a grievous cut, and he may be ready to put off this, and ready to consult with flesh and blood to put it off; and may be a grievous Cut, and he may be ready to put off this, and ready to consult with Flesh and blood to put it off; cc vmb vbi dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp d, cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3219 and unless a childe of God provide for persecution, it shall be harder for him to bear it; and unless a child of God provide for persecution, it shall be harder for him to bear it; cc cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi jc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3220 but yet if thou be a childe of God, the Lord will never leave thee nor forsake thee, but yet if thou be a child of God, the Lord will never leave thee nor forsake thee, cc-acp av cs pns21 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno21 ccx vvi pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3221 as the Apostle saith, Heb. 13. 5. though the cross and affliction be never so bitter and irksome to thee, as the Apostle Says, Hebrew 13. 5. though the cross and affliction be never so bitter and irksome to thee, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbb av-x av j cc j p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3222 yet thou shalt have something or other that shall make thee able to bear it, and to go on in it; yet thou shalt have something or other that shall make thee able to bear it, and to go on in it; av pns21 vm2 vhi pi cc n-jn cst vmb vvi pno21 j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3223 though thou dost but hang by the fingers ends, yet something shall bear thee up, so that thou shalt not fall. though thou dost but hang by the fingers ends, yet something shall bear thee up, so that thou shalt not fallen. cs pns21 vd2 p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n2, av pi vmb vvi pno21 a-acp, av cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 250 Page 89
3224 Lastly, Labour to make it sure to our souls that we are godly; for we see what an happy estate it is to be godly; once godly, and ever godly; Lastly, Labour to make it sure to our Souls that we Are godly; for we see what an happy estate it is to be godly; once godly, and ever godly; ord, vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp po12 n2 cst pns12 vbr j; c-acp pns12 vvb r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j; a-acp j, cc av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3225 once a believer, and ever a believer; a man that is a godly man shall never fall totally away; once a believer, and ever a believer; a man that is a godly man shall never fallen totally away; a-acp dt n1, cc av dt n1; dt n1 cst vbz dt j n1 vmb av-x vvi av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3226 therefore labour to make it sure that thou art a child of God, and hast the grace of life in thy heart; Therefore labour to make it sure that thou art a child of God, and hast the grace of life in thy heart; av vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 j cst pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3227 and then be of good cheer, and take that comfort the Prophet takes to himself; and then be of good cheer, and take that Comfort the Prophet Takes to himself; cc av vbi pp-f j n1, cc vvb d n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3228 the Lord is my hope, I shall never be greatly moved, Psal. 62. 2. As who should say, I do not indeed deny but I may be moved; the Lord is my hope, I shall never be greatly moved, Psalm 62. 2. As who should say, I do not indeed deny but I may be moved; dt n1 vbz po11 n1, pns11 vmb av-x vbi av-j vvn, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vdb xx av vvi p-acp pns11 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3229 but though I be moved, I shall never be greatly moved; I shall never be so moved as to break my neck, and be utterly undone; but though I be moved, I shall never be greatly moved; I shall never be so moved as to break my neck, and be utterly undone; cc-acp cs pns11 vbb vvn, pns11 vmb av-x vbi av-j vvn; pns11 vmb av-x vbi av vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc vbi av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3230 to be quite and clean forsaken, and given over for gone, so as to be removed from all hope of the Gospel, and fear of Gods name; to be quite and clean forsaken, and given over for gone, so as to be removed from all hope of the Gospel, and Fear of God's name; pc-acp vbi av cc av-j vvn, cc vvn a-acp p-acp vvn, av c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3231 a man may be horribly assaulted, yet a child of God shall never be at such a pass as that the Lord shall leave him utterly. a man may be horribly assaulted, yet a child of God shall never be At such a pass as that the Lord shall leave him utterly. dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-x vbi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 251 Page 89
3232 We come now to the second Motive, and that is that these remainders were ready to dye; We come now to the second Motive, and that is that these remainders were ready to die; pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, cc d vbz d d n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 252 Page 89
3233 we may take these words to concerne the whole Church, or every particular soule that was guilty of it; we may take these words to concern the Whole Church, or every particular soul that was guilty of it; pns12 vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, cc d j n1 cst vbds j pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 252 Page 89
3234 but we will speake of them only as they have reference to the Church: From whence we observe that a particular Church may be ready to dye; but we will speak of them only as they have Referente to the Church: From whence we observe that a particular Church may be ready to die; cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 av-j c-acp pns32 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1: p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb cst dt j n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 252 Page 89
3235 this must not be understood of the Catholique Church, or any part of it; as if the Catholique Church or any members thereof could dye; this must not be understood of the Catholic Church, or any part of it; as if the Catholic Church or any members thereof could die; d vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f dt jp n1, cc d n1 pp-f pn31; c-acp cs dt jp n1 cc d n2 av vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 89
3236 for there is no true believer, that believes in Christ by a true and a lively faith, can possibly perish or be destroyed for evermore, John 3. 16. this Church is a Church that Christ hath undertaken for, to defend unto the end, Mat. 16. 18. lo, I am with you to the end of the world, Mat. 28. 20. So that this Catholique Church of Christ, in all the members of it, it is a safe Church; for there is no true believer, that believes in christ by a true and a lively faith, can possibly perish or be destroyed for evermore, John 3. 16. this Church is a Church that christ hath undertaken for, to defend unto the end, Mathew 16. 18. lo, I am with you to the end of the world, Mathew 28. 20. So that this Catholic Church of christ, in all the members of it, it is a safe Church; c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1, cst vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt j cc dt j n1, vmb av-j vvi cc vbi vvn p-acp av, np1 crd crd d n1 vbz dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd uh, pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd av cst d jp n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 89
3237 and though all particular Churches should fail, yet shall not one member of this Catholique Church; and though all particular Churches should fail, yet shall not one member of this Catholic Church; cc cs d j n2 vmd vvi, av vmb xx pi n1 pp-f d jp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 89
3238 the Church is the first born, whose names are written in Heaven, Heb. 12. 2•, 23. and if this Church cannot be in one Town, it will be in another; the Church is the First born, whose names Are written in Heaven, Hebrew 12. 2•, 23. and if this Church cannot be in one Town, it will be in Another; dt n1 vbz dt ord vvn, rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd n1, crd cc cs d n1 vmbx vbi p-acp crd n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3239 if it cannot be in one Kingdom, it will be among another people; the woman in the Revelation, hath the Wilderness to flye unto; in the most desperate times; if it cannot be in one Kingdom, it will be among Another people; the woman in the Revelation, hath the Wilderness to fly unto; in the most desperate times; cs pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp crd n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j-jn n1; dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; p-acp dt av-ds j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3240 God prepares a place for her in one corner or other; God prepares a place for her in one corner or other; np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3241 it is impossible that the Catholique Church should dye in any members or branches of it; it is impossible that the Catholic Church should die in any members or branches of it; pn31 vbz j cst dt jp n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3242 God will have some to know his name; God will have Some to know his name; np1 vmb vhi d pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3243 and if it cannot have particular meetings and congregations, God will have it subsist in some particulars; and if it cannot have particular meetings and congregations, God will have it subsist in Some particulars; cc cs pn31 vmbx vhb j n2 cc n2, np1 vmb vhi pn31 vvi p-acp d n2-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3244 but a particular Church, a local Church, as it is taken for a company of people in such a place; but a particular Church, a local Church, as it is taken for a company of people in such a place; cc-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3245 any such Church may fail and dye and come to nothing; any such Church may fail and die and come to nothing; d d n1 vmb vvi cc vvi cc vvi p-acp pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3246 you see it here in the Church of Sardis; at this time it had only a name to live, but was dead; you see it Here in the Church of Sardis; At this time it had only a name to live, but was dead; pn22 vvb pn31 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp d n1 pn31 vhd av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp vbds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3247 and what did remain, they were but the last throws as it were; they did go out at last, they were ready to dye. and what did remain, they were but the last throws as it were; they did go out At last, they were ready to die. cc q-crq vdd vvi, pns32 vbdr p-acp dt ord vvz p-acp pn31 vbdr; pns32 vdd vvi av p-acp ord, pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 253 Page 90
3248 Now that any particular Church in the whole world may dye, and cease to be a Church, may be proved out of many places of Scripture: Now that any particular Church in the Whole world may die, and cease to be a Church, may be proved out of many places of Scripture: av cst d j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi, cc vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, vmb vbi vvn av pp-f d n2 pp-f n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3249 Christ speaking of the Jews (that had as great priviledges as any people upon the earth) he tells them, that they might not only cease to be a Church, christ speaking of the jews (that had as great privileges as any people upon the earth) he tells them, that they might not only cease to be a Church, np1 vvg pp-f dt np2 (cst vhd p-acp j n2 c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1) pns31 vvz pno32, cst pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3250 but should cease to be a Church; but should cease to be a Church; cc-acp vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3251 as you may see, Mat. 21. 43. The Kingdom of God shall be taken from you, &c. here he tells them, that he will quite and clean depart from them, as you may see, Mathew 21. 43. The Kingdom of God shall be taken from you, etc. Here he tells them, that he will quite and clean depart from them, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, av av pns31 vvz pno32, cst pns31 vmb av cc av-j vvi p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3252 and take away all signs and marks of a true Church of God from among them; and take away all Signs and marks of a true Church of God from among them; cc vvb av d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3253 so the Apostle speaks of the Church of Corinth, he tells them they may come to be no Church, so the Apostle speaks of the Church of Corinth, he tells them they may come to be no Church, av dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz pno32 pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3254 and that he doth greatly fear that such an evil shall come upon them, 2 Cor. 11. 3. he doth not speak to the particular persons that were truly converted, and that he does greatly Fear that such an evil shall come upon them, 2 Cor. 11. 3. he does not speak to the particular Persons that were truly converted, cc cst pns31 vdz av-j vvi cst d dt n-jn vmb vvi p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j n2 cst vbdr av-j vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3255 for they were members of the Catholique Church, but he speaks to the particular Church of Corinth; they did warp and decline; for they were members of the Catholic Church, but he speaks to the particular Church of Corinth; they did warp and decline; c-acp pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f dt jp n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3256 though many particular members should be preserved, yet he supposeth that particular Church might fail; so he tells the Galatians, that he did much fear them; though many particular members should be preserved, yet he Supposeth that particular Church might fail; so he tells the Galatians, that he did much Fear them; cs d j n2 vmd vbi vvn, av pns31 vvz d j n1 vmd vvi; av pns31 vvz dt np1, cst pns31 vdd av-d vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3257 you observe dayes and years, I am afraid lest I have bestowed my labour in vain; you observe days and Years, I am afraid lest I have bestowed my labour in vain; pn22 vvb n2 cc n2, pns11 vbm j cs pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3258 so likewise he gives the Church of Rome to understand, though it were an excellent Church at that time; so likewise he gives the Church of Room to understand, though it were an excellent Church At that time; av av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vvi, cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3259 for he saith, their faith was spoken of abroad, and they were beloved of God; for he Says, their faith was spoken of abroad, and they were Beloved of God; c-acp pns31 vvz, po32 n1 vbds vvn pp-f av, cc pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3260 yet he tells them they have need to take heed, that they do not lose their Crown; yet he tells them they have need to take heed, that they do not loose their Crown; av pns31 vvz pno32 pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3261 that they do not suffer Satan, or the world, or any other means to draw them away from their profession; that they do not suffer Satan, or the world, or any other means to draw them away from their profession; cst pns32 vdb xx vvi np1, cc dt n1, cc d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3262 as goodly a Church as themselves had come to warpe and decline and come to nothing, Rom. 11. 20, 21, 22. As who should say, Thou hast no priviledge of immortality, of being an immortal Church, that thou shouldst ever be a Church, that Gods Gospel and Ordinances, as goodly a Church as themselves had come to warp and decline and come to nothing, Rom. 11. 20, 21, 22. As who should say, Thou hast no privilege of immortality, of being an immortal Church, that thou Shouldst ever be a Church, that God's Gospel and Ordinances, c-acp j dt n1 p-acp px32 vhn vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi cc vvi p-acp pix, np1 crd crd, crd, crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vh2 dx n1 pp-f n1, pp-f vbg dt j n1, cst pns21 vmd2 av vbi dt n1, cst ng1 n1 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3263 and his name should ever be within thy dwellings; you have no such prerogative; and his name should ever be within thy dwellings; you have no such prerogative; cc po31 n1 vmd av vbi p-acp po21 n2; pn22 vhb dx d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3264 take heed therefore you walk worthy the Gospel, take heed you grow not high-minded and secure; take heed Therefore you walk worthy the Gospel, take heed you grow not High-minded and secure; vvb n1 av pn22 vvb j dt n1, vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3265 it may be your case as well as any other; it may be your case as well as any other; pn31 vmb vbi po22 n1 c-acp av c-acp d n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3266 so the Church of Israel, the Ten Tribes, they were a Church, but in the end they came to be no Church, they provoked God to give them over, Hos. 1. 9. it is a parabolical kind of speech, that the Prophet should marry an whore, so the Church of Israel, the Ten Tribes, they were a Church, but in the end they Come to be no Church, they provoked God to give them over, Hos. 1. 9. it is a parabolical kind of speech, that the Prophet should marry an whore, av dt n1 pp-f np1, dt crd n2, pns32 vbdr dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi dx n1, pns32 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3267 and have a son, and call his name, &c. and that was one degree of removing; and have a son, and call his name, etc. and that was one degree of removing; cc vhb dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1, av cc cst vbds crd n1 pp-f vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3268 and the second should be called, &c. which was the utter renouncing of his people. Now there are four several marks and notes infallible of a true Church; and the second should be called, etc. which was the utter renouncing of his people. Now there Are four several marks and notes infallible of a true Church; cc dt ord vmd vbi vvn, av r-crq vbds dt j vvg pp-f po31 n1. av a-acp vbr crd j n2 cc n2 j pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 254 Page 90
3269 and there is no particular Church but had them once, and may lose them every one. and there is no particular Church but had them once, and may loose them every one. cc pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cc-acp vhd pno32 a-acp, cc vmb vvi pno32 d pi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 255 Page 90
3270 The first is, the sincere preaching of the Gospel is an infallible and inseparable mark of a true Church of God; The First is, the sincere preaching of the Gospel is an infallible and inseparable mark of a true Church of God; dt ord vbz, dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 90
3271 wheresoever there is the true Church in any Parish or Kingdom, there must be a sincere Preaching of the Word of God; wheresoever there is the true Church in any Parish or Kingdom, there must be a sincere Preaching of the Word of God; c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 90
3272 therefore a Church is described by the Preaching of the Word and Oracles of God, Rom. 3. 2. that is, they were a Church of God, the Oracles of God were among them, and were to be heard; opened and declared among them; Therefore a Church is described by the Preaching of the Word and Oracles of God, Rom. 3. 2. that is, they were a Church of God, the Oracles of God were among them, and were to be herd; opened and declared among them; av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp pno32, cc vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn; vvd cc vvn p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 90
3273 so Psal. 147. 19. He sheweth his word unto Jacob, and his statutes unto Israel; so Psalm 147. 19. He shows his word unto Jacob, and his statutes unto Israel; av np1 crd crd pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n2 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3274 that is, he makes it a Church, he explains his word, and makes it known there; that is, he makes it a Church, he explains his word, and makes it known there; d vbz, pns31 vvz pn31 dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz pn31 vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3275 so Acts 14. 23. it is said that Paul and Barnabas went up and down and ordained Elders in every Church; so Acts 14. 23. it is said that Paul and Barnabas went up and down and ordained Elders in every Church; av n2 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 cc np1 vvd a-acp cc a-acp cc vvn n2-jn p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3276 if there were a Church, there must be Elders in it; if there were a Church, there must be Elders in it; cs pc-acp vbdr dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi n2-jn p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3277 there must be Elders, Pastors and Ministers, that may not only preach the Word, but open it aright; there must be Elders, Pastors and Ministers, that may not only preach the Word, but open it aright; pc-acp vmb vbi n2-jn, ng1 cc n2, cst vmb xx av-j vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3278 for the Scripture may be in an Antichristian Church, but if they in their preaching make the Scriptures doctrines of Divels, for the Scripture may be in an Antichristian Church, but if they in their preaching make the Scriptures doctrines of Devils, p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt jp n1, cc-acp cs pns32 p-acp po32 vvg vvi dt n2 n2 pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3279 and expound them in that fashion, they are no Church; and expound them in that fashion, they Are no Church; cc vvi pno32 p-acp d n1, pns32 vbr dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3280 but the Elders must speak the word of God as the word of God, at least in the fundamentals; but the Elders must speak the word of God as the word of God, At least in the fundamentals; cc-acp dt n2-jn vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ds p-acp dt n2-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3281 now there is no Parish or Kingdom can be said to be a Church of God, that have not true Ministers able to preach the word of God soundly, to teach the Doctrine of faith and repentance, now there is no Parish or Kingdom can be said to be a Church of God, that have not true Ministers able to preach the word of God soundly, to teach the Doctrine of faith and Repentance, av a-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vhb xx j n2 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3282 so as people may believe and turn from their sins to God ▪ and this is a grand mark of all other; so as people may believe and turn from their Sins to God ▪ and this is a grand mark of all other; av c-acp n1 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1 ▪ cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3283 where the voice of Christ sounds, it is a sign he hath a Church there; where the voice of christ sounds, it is a Signen he hath a Church there; c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vhz dt n1 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3284 now I say this sincere preaching of the word of God, it is not tied to any place; now I say this sincere preaching of the word of God, it is not tied to any place; av pns11 vvb d j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3285 there is no place but may be deprived of it, if they do not walk worthy of it; there is no place but may be deprived of it, if they do not walk worthy of it; pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn31, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi j pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3286 it is free, and hath all the whole wide world before it; the Lord hath not limited his Gospel to any Town or Kingdom; it is free, and hath all the Whole wide world before it; the Lord hath not limited his Gospel to any Town or Kingdom; pn31 vbz j, cc vhz d dt j-jn j n1 p-acp pn31; dt n1 vhz xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3287 he may send it where he please, and continue it as long as he list, and may remove it when he thinks fit; he may send it where he please, and continue it as long as he list, and may remove it when he thinks fit; pns31 vmb vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vvb, cc vvi pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvd, cc vmb vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vvz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3288 therefore when the Corinths were something sawcy and impudent, and bore themselves upon this, that they had the word and Gospel of Christ, 1 Cor. 14. 36. saith the Apostle, What? came the word of God out from you? &c. As who should say, be humble, down with your pride, receive instruction; Therefore when the Corinths were something saucy and impudent, and boar themselves upon this, that they had the word and Gospel of christ, 1 Cor. 14. 36. Says the Apostle, What? Come the word of God out from you? etc. As who should say, be humble, down with your pride, receive instruction; av c-crq dt n2 vbdr pi j cc j, cc vvd px32 p-acp d, cst pns32 vhd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd vvz dt n1, q-crq? vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp pn22? av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vbb j, a-acp p-acp po22 n1, vvb n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3289 as the word of God is come to you, so you are not the only men in the world that the word can come to; as the word of God is come to you, so you Are not the only men in the world that the word can come to; c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, av pn22 vbr xx dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3290 the word may be taken from you if you take not heed; therefore receive instruction by the word, and give way to it; the word may be taken from you if you take not heed; Therefore receive instruction by the word, and give Way to it; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 cs pn22 vvb xx n1; av vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3291 for the word of God may go any whether else, and you may be deprived of it if you take not heed. for the word of God may go any whither Else, and you may be deprived of it if you take not heed. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d cs av, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn31 cs pn22 vvb xx n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3292 Rev. 6. 2. Christ had his word on horse-back; Rev. 6. 2. christ had his word on horseback; n1 crd crd np1 vhd po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3293 now if any Kingdom or Parish, or Congregation do not give him good entertainment, he is ready to go away; now if any Kingdom or Parish, or Congregation do not give him good entertainment, he is ready to go away; av cs d n1 cc n1, cc n1 vdb xx vvi pno31 j n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3294 and the sincere preaching of the word is the spiritual rain; and the sincere preaching of the word is the spiritual rain; cc dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3295 now if any people grow unfruitful, and bring not forth the blessed fruit of the doctrine of life, God threatens to take away this rain; now if any people grow unfruitful, and bring not forth the blessed fruit of the Doctrine of life, God threatens to take away this rain; av cs d n1 vvb j, cc vvb xx av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3296 as it was with the Church of Judah, Isa. 5. 6. he speaks here of his vineyard, the Church he had in Judah and Jerusalem, and he finds fault with their barrenness and unfruitfulness; as it was with the Church of Judah, Isaiah 5. 6. he speaks Here of his vineyard, the Church he had in Judah and Jerusalem, and he finds fault with their Barrenness and unfruitfulness; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz av pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pns31 vhd p-acp np1 cc np1, cc pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3297 when he looked they should bring forth grapes, they brought forth wild grapes; when he looked they should bring forth grapes, they brought forth wild grapes; c-crq pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vvi av n2, pns32 vvd av j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3298 nothing but covetousness and security, and all manner of uncleanness, and they did not bring forth fruit answerable to the means of grace vouchsafed; nothing but covetousness and security, and all manner of uncleanness, and they did not bring forth fruit answerable to the means of grace vouchsafed; pix cc-acp n1 cc n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 vdd xx vvi av n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3299 therefore the Lord threatens to command the clouds that they shall rain no more upon his vineyard; Therefore the Lord threatens to command the Clouds that they shall rain no more upon his vineyard; av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst pns32 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3300 thus you see the sincere preaching of the Gospel, any particular Church may lose and be deprived of; thus you see the sincere preaching of the Gospel, any particular Church may loose and be deprived of; av pn22 vvb dt j vvg pp-f dt n1, d j n1 vmb vvi cc vbi vvn pp-f; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3301 there is no place or Congregation that hath a lease of the Gospel, but it may lose it again, there is no place or Congregation that hath a lease of the Gospel, but it may loose it again, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pn31 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3302 and be left in blindness, and sit in the region and shadow of death; and be left in blindness, and fit in the region and shadow of death; cc vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3303 now when a Parish or Kingdom is come to this, to be deprived of the sincere preaching of the word, it ceaseth wholly to be a Church of God. now when a Parish or Kingdom is come to this, to be deprived of the sincere preaching of the word, it ceases wholly to be a Church of God. av c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt j vvg pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz av-jn pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3304 I do not deny but God may have some members of his Catholique Church there, I do not deny but God may have Some members of his Catholic Church there, pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 vmb vhi d n2 pp-f po31 jp n1 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3305 for they may subsist without Congregations, though very poorly, and under a great deal of affliction; for they may subsist without Congregations, though very poorly, and under a great deal of affliction; c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n2, cs av av-j, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3306 but there is no National Church, no particular Church, no Parish-Church; that Parish is not a Church of God; but there is no National Church, no particular Church, no Parish-Church; that Parish is not a Church of God; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1, dx j n1, dx n1; d n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3307 there may be some particular members of the Catholique Church there, but there cannot be any particular Church of God there: there may be Some particular members of the Catholic Church there, but there cannot be any particular Church of God there: pc-acp vmb vbi d j n2 pp-f dt jp n1 a-acp, cc-acp a-acp vmbx vbi d j n1 pp-f np1 a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3308 that Congregation is a Congregation without God; and that Kingdom is a Kingdom without God; that Congregation is a Congregation without God; and that Kingdom is a Kingdom without God; d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1; cc d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3309 as you may see, 2 Chron. 15. 3. when as a Kingdom is without a preaching Priest, &c. He doth not here mean by a preaching Priest, one that barely did preach; as you may see, 2 Chronicles 15. 3. when as a Kingdom is without a preaching Priest, etc. He does not Here mean by a preaching Priest, one that barely did preach; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt vvg n1, av pns31 vdz xx av j p-acp dt vvg n1, pi cst av-j vdd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 91
3310 but he means by a preaching Priest, true sincere preaching, at least in fundamentals; now when Israel were without this teaching Priest, they were without God at that time, but he means by a preaching Priest, true sincere preaching, At least in fundamentals; now when Israel were without this teaching Priest, they were without God At that time, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt vvg n1, j j vvg, p-acp ds p-acp n2-j; av c-crq np1 vbdr p-acp d vvg n1, pns32 vbdr p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3311 and therefore was no true Church; and Therefore was no true Church; cc av vbds dx j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3312 for Christ is ever among the candlesticks, as you may see in the Revelation; there is no Church but Christ dwells there in his Ordinances more or less; for christ is ever among the candlesticks, as you may see in the Revelation; there is no Church but christ dwells there in his Ordinances more or less; p-acp np1 vbz av p-acp dt n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n2 dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3313 now when people are deprived of the sincere preaching of the word, God goeth away together with his Gospel from that Nation; now when people Are deprived of the sincere preaching of the word, God Goes away together with his Gospel from that nation; av c-crq n1 vbr vvn pp-f dt j vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 vvz av av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3314 and they are a people without God, unless God be pleased to look upon them again; and they Are a people without God, unless God be pleased to look upon them again; cc pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp np1, cs np1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3315 they are a Congregation of undone people, and not a Congregation of blessed people as the Church of God is, they Are a Congregation of undone people, and not a Congregation of blessed people as the Church of God is, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f vvn n1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3316 so far forth as the judgement of man can judge; so Far forth as the judgement of man can judge; av av-j av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3317 where the Gospel is gone in the sincere preaching of it, they are an undone people Prov. 29. 18. Where there is no vision, the people perish: where the Gospel is gone in the sincere preaching of it, they Are an undone people Curae 29. 18. Where there is no vision, the people perish: c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j vvg pp-f pn31, pns32 vbr dt j n1 np1 crd crd c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, dt n1 vvb: (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3318 Now there is no Nation or Parish, but may be deprived of the preaching of the word, Now there is no nation or Parish, but may be deprived of the preaching of the word, av pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc n1, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3319 if they walk not worthy of it; therefore may cease to be a Church. if they walk not worthy of it; Therefore may cease to be a Church. cs pns32 vvb xx j pp-f pn31; av vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 256 Page 92
3320 Secondly, Another inseparable mark of the true Church is this, a true and sincere use of the Sacraments, at least in the substance of them; Secondly, another inseparable mark of the true Church is this, a true and sincere use of the Sacraments, At least in the substance of them; ord, j-jn j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz d, dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3321 you shall find a particular Church is described by this, to have the right administration of the Sacraments; you shall find a particular Church is described by this, to have the right administration of the Sacraments; pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3322 as the Church of Judah is called circumcision, Rom. 3. 1. the meaning is, what profit hath the Church of Judah above other people? and he calls them by that name, as the Church of Judah is called circumcision, Rom. 3. 1. the meaning is, what profit hath the Church of Judah above other people? and he calls them by that name, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz, q-crq n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n1? cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3323 because that was a Sacrament of the Covenant of grace which God established among them; and so it is under the Gospel; Because that was a Sacrament of the Covenant of grace which God established among them; and so it is under the Gospel; c-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno32; cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3324 the Churches under the Gospel are defined by the Sacraments; the Churches under the Gospel Are defined by the Sacraments; dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3325 as the Apostle speaks, Phil. 3. 3. we are the circumcision, which worship God in the spirit; as the Apostle speaks, Philip 3. 3. we Are the circumcision, which worship God in the Spirit; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd n1 vbr dt n1, r-crq n1 np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3326 As who should say, they brag that they are the people of God, and have the seals of the covenant, as circumcision, and the like; As who should say, they brag that they Are the people of God, and have the Seals of the Covenant, as circumcision, and the like; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns32 vvb cst pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vhb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp n1, cc dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3327 but we are the people of God, for we worship God in the spirit: Now any Church may lose the right use of the Sacraments; but we Are the people of God, for we worship God in the Spirit: Now any Church may loose the right use of the Sacraments; cc-acp pns12 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns12 vvb np1 p-acp dt n1: av d n1 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3328 the Sacrament of the Lords Supper was almost left out of the Church of Corinth, 1 Cor. 11. 20. saith he, this is not to eat the Lords Supper: the Sacrament of the lords Supper was almost left out of the Church of Corinth, 1 Cor. 11. 20. Says he, this is not to eat the lords Supper: dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 vbds av vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd vvz pns31, d vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3329 They met together, and had a Table spread, and bread and wine, and had a form of consecration; They met together, and had a Table spread, and bred and wine, and had a from of consecration; pns32 vvd av, cc vhd dt n1 vvn, cc n1 cc n1, cc vhd dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3330 yet they were come to this pass, that they did not receive the Sacrament. yet they were come to this pass, that they did not receive the Sacrament. av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3331 So the Church of Rome hath lost this inseparable mark of a Church of God, they have lost the Sacrament; So the Church of Room hath lost this inseparable mark of a Church of God, they have lost the Sacrament; np1 dt n1 pp-f vvb vhz vvn d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3332 for the ordination of God is quite changed in the main essentials of it, and they are made the badges of an Harlot, rather then of a true Wife; for the ordination of God is quite changed in the main essentials of it, and they Are made the badges of an Harlot, rather then of a true Wife; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j n2-jn pp-f pn31, cc pns32 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-c cs pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3333 They withhold the cup from the people, and administer the Sacrament in one kind only, whereas Christ commanded it to be in both kinds; They withhold the cup from the people, and administer the Sacrament in one kind only, whereas christ commanded it to be in both Kinds; pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp crd n1 av-j, cs np1 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3334 again, they deliver it in an unknown tongue, whereas Christ commanded it to be delivered in a known tongue; again, they deliver it in an unknown tongue, whereas christ commanded it to be Delivered in a known tongue; av, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cs np1 vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3335 again, they turn it into Idolatry, to adore the host, to adore the elements; again, they turn it into Idolatry, to adore the host, to adore the elements; av, pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3336 so how many Churches are there up and down, that yield to the Church of Rome ▪ that have quite and clean lost the right use of the Sacrament, so how many Churches Are there up and down, that yield to the Church of Room ▪ that have quite and clean lost the right use of the Sacrament, av c-crq d n2 vbr a-acp a-acp cc a-acp, cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvi ▪ cst vhb av cc av-j vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3337 nay, lost the Doctrin of the Sacraments? for this is seen, as long as the word of God continues so••d in the fundamentals, the Sacraments continue in the doctrin of them; nay, lost the Doctrine of the Sacraments? for this is seen, as long as the word of God continues so••d in the fundamentals, the Sacraments continue in the Doctrine of them; uh-x, vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2? p-acp d vbz vvn, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2-j, dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3338 but the Church may lose the Doctrine of the Sacraments, and the right use of them. but the Church may loose the Doctrine of the Sacraments, and the right use of them. cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 257 Page 92
3339 Thirdly, Another inseparable mark of a true Church, is a sincere profession of the word of God, Thirdly, another inseparable mark of a true Church, is a sincere profession of the word of God, ord, j-jn j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 92
3340 and true Christian Religion, either in truth and uprightness of heart, or else so far as man can judge; and true Christian Religion, either in truth and uprightness of heart, or Else so Far as man can judge; cc j njp n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc av av av-j c-acp n1 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 92
3341 for though the preaching of the Word come to a place, yet it doth not follow presently that there is a Church of God; for though the preaching of the Word come to a place, yet it does not follow presently that there is a Church of God; c-acp cs dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vdz xx vvi av-j cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 92
3342 for suppose a Minister come to a place where they are all Pagans, this doth not make a Church; for suppose a Minister come to a place where they Are all Pagans, this does not make a Church; p-acp vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr d n2-jn, d vdz xx vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 92
3343 as when Paul came among the Athenians and begun his Sermon, they were all Pagans and Infidels, they were not a Church presently, as when Paul Come among the Athenians and begun his Sermon, they were all Pagans and Infidels, they were not a Church presently, c-acp c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt np1 cc vvn po31 n1, pns32 vbdr d ng1-jn cc n2, pns32 vbdr xx dt n1 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 92
3344 as soon as ever he begun his Sermon, but when divers of them embraced the word, either sincerely, as soon as ever he begun his Sermon, but when diverse of them embraced the word, either sincerely, c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc-acp c-crq j pp-f pno32 vvd dt n1, av-d av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 92
3345 or else to see to, as far as Paul and others could judge, then they were a Church; or Else to see to, as Far as Paul and Others could judge, then they were a Church; cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp, c-acp av-j c-acp np1 cc n2-jn vmd vvi, cs pns32 vbdr dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 92
3346 there must be a congregation of people that do professe the pure Religion, and make it appear (at least to the judgement of man) that they are godly in Christ Jesus; there must be a congregation of people that do profess the pure Religion, and make it appear (At least to the judgement of man) that they Are godly in christ jesus; a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vdb vvi dt j n1, cc vvi pn31 vvb (p-acp ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1) cst pns32 vbr j p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3347 this is an inseparable mark of a true Church, as we may see 1 Cor. 14. 33. you shall see there that the Church is called a cong•egation of Saints, a Church of Saints; this is an inseparable mark of a true Church, as we may see 1 Cor. 14. 33. you shall see there that the Church is called a cong•egation of Saints, a Church of Saints; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi crd np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi a-acp d dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3348 for saith he, as in all Churches of the Saints; that is, all particular Churches, they are Churches of Saints; for Says he, as in all Churches of the Saints; that is, all particular Churches, they Are Churches of Saints; p-acp vvz pns31, a-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n2; cst vbz, d j n2, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3349 not as if every one of them were Saints before God, but they were either Saints before God or men; not as if every one of them were Saints before God, but they were either Saints before God or men; xx p-acp cs d crd pp-f pno32 vbdr n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vbdr d n2 p-acp np1 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3350 so Gal. 1. 22. I was unknown to the Churches of Judea, which were in Christ; so Gal. 1. 22. I was unknown to the Churches of Judea, which were in christ; av np1 crd crd pns11 vbds j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbdr p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3351 mark it, all particular Churches, are Churches that are in Christ; the members of those Churches are in Christ, either truly, or before men; mark it, all particular Churches, Are Churches that Are in christ; the members of those Churches Are in christ, either truly, or before men; vvb pn31, d j n2, vbr n2 cst vbr p-acp np1; dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbr p-acp np1, av-d av-j, cc p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3352 now I say, this mark may perish from any particular Church; now I say, this mark may perish from any particular Church; av pns11 vvb, d n1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3353 there is no Church that is a Church of Saints, but may become a Church of Divels, there is no Church that is a Church of Saints, but may become a Church of Devils, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3354 and • Synagogue of Satan, all wicked, and dissolute, and ungodly. and • Synagogue of Satan, all wicked, and dissolute, and ungodly. cc • n1 pp-f np1, d j, cc j, cc j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3355 Jer. 29. 2. Jeremiah was weary of his life, he would count it a great blessing of God, Jer. 29. 2. Jeremiah was weary of his life, he would count it a great blessing of God, np1 crd crd np1 vbds j pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi pn31 dt j n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3356 if he would open a place to him to be apart, that he might not be among them, he was even tired, and his life was uncomfortable; if he would open a place to him to be apart, that he might not be among them, he was even tired, and his life was uncomfortable; cs pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi av, cst pns31 vmd xx vbi p-acp pno32, pns31 vbds av vvn, cc po31 n1 vbds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3357 they were so wicked and abominable, and so far off from being a Church of God, he did •ather with himself in a wildernesse then there; they were so wicked and abominable, and so Far off from being a Church of God, he did •ather with himself in a Wilderness then there; pns32 vbdr av j cc j, cc av av-j a-acp p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 av a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3358 so it may be with any particular Church, if they look not to the word of God, so it may be with any particular Church, if they look not to the word of God, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d j n1, cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3359 and the Ordinances of God, and good order and Government, they may come to lose this essential and inseparable mark of a true Church of God. and the Ordinances of God, and good order and Government, they may come to loose this essential and inseparable mark of a true Church of God. cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc j n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 258 Page 93
3360 Fourthly, Another mark (though I cannot call it inseparable, because it may be severed) is true discipline, Fourthly, another mark (though I cannot call it inseparable, Because it may be severed) is true discipline, ord, j-jn n1 (cs pns11 vmbx vvi pn31 j, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn) vbz j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3361 and the right use of the censures of the Church; and the right use of the censures of the Church; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3362 when there is true discipline according to the Institution of Christ in his Church, this is a mark of the Church of God. when there is true discipline according to the Institution of christ in his Church, this is a mark of the Church of God. c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3363 Now a Church of God may lose this, and be stript stark naked of true discipline, to have no publique reproof, no excommunication of those that are profane; Now a Church of God may loose this, and be stripped stark naked of true discipline, to have no public reproof, no excommunication of those that Are profane; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d, cc vbi vvn av-j j pp-f j n1, pc-acp vhi dx j n1, dx n1 pp-f d cst vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3364 nay, these censures may be perverted and corrupted, so as to use them against Christ, and not for Christ; nay, these censures may be perverted and corrupted, so as to use them against christ, and not for christ; uh-x, d n2 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1, cc xx p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3365 to excommunicate, not drunkards, and adulterets, and prophane people, but those that are sincere and godly, to excommunicate, not drunkards, and adulterets, and profane people, but those that Are sincere and godly, pc-acp vvi, xx n2, cc n2, cc j n1, cc-acp d cst vbr j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3366 and lead an honest and pure life; and led an honest and pure life; cc vvi dt j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3367 it was so with Judaea, John 9. 22. These words spake his parents, &c. Here you see discipline was out of this Church, it was so with Judaea, John 9. 22. These words spoke his Parents, etc. Here you see discipline was out of this Church, pn31 vbds av p-acp np1, np1 crd crd np1 n2 vvd po31 n2, av av pn22 vvb n1 vbds av pp-f d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3368 and so far out that it was quite perverted; and so Far out that it was quite perverted; cc av av-j av cst pn31 vbds av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3369 and such as should be counted the only members of the Congregation, they threw them out; and such as should be counted the only members of the Congregation, they threw them out; cc d c-acp vmd vbi vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvd pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3370 if any confessed Christ to be the Redeemer of the world, which was a necessary truth, they threw them out of the Church; if any confessed christ to be the Redeemer of the world, which was a necessary truth, they threw them out of the Church; cs d vvd np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds dt j n1, pns32 vvd pno32 av pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3371 so that we see the censures may be quite gone. so that we see the censures may be quite gone. av cst pns12 vvb dt n2 vmb vbi av vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3372 Now 'tis true, this is not an inseparable mark of the Church of God, it is not a sign of the esse of the Church, Now it's true, this is not an inseparable mark of the Church of God, it is not a Signen of the esse of the Church, av pn31|vbz j, d vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt fw-la pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3373 but it is a sign of the bene esse, the well being of a Church: A Church of God, 'tis true, may be without discipline; but it is a Signen of the bene esse, the well being of a Church: A Church of God, it's true, may be without discipline; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt fw-la fw-la, dt av vbg pp-f dt n1: dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31|vbz j, vmb vbi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3374 as the Church of P•rgamus, the Spirit saith, it was a true Church, and commends this Church; as the Church of P•rgamus, the Spirit Says, it was a true Church, and commends this Church; c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz, pn31 vbds dt j n1, cc vvz d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3375 yet (saith he) I have a few things against thee; yet (Says he) I have a few things against thee; av (vvz pns31) pns11 vhb dt d n2 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3376 what were those? namely, that they wanted discipline, that they did not throw out wicked and rotten members, what were those? namely, that they wanted discipline, that they did not throw out wicked and rotten members, r-crq vbdr d? av, cst pns32 vvd n1, cst pns32 vdd xx vvi av j cc j-vvn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3377 and such as were erroneous in doctrine and manners; this Church was guilty of suffering this; and such as were erroneous in Doctrine and manners; this Church was guilty of suffering this; cc d c-acp vbdr j p-acp n1 cc n2; d n1 vbds j pp-f vvg d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3378 if they had thrown them out, God would never have charged them with it; if they had thrown them out, God would never have charged them with it; cs pns32 vhd vvn pno32 av, np1 vmd av-x vhi vvn pno32 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3379 the Church cannot hinder but there will be wicked and ungodly men, but as long as they throw them out of the congregation, not to have communion with them, the Church hath washed her hands; the Church cannot hinder but there will be wicked and ungodly men, but as long as they throw them out of the congregation, not to have communion with them, the Church hath washed her hands; dt n1 vmbx vvi cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi j cc j n2, cc-acp c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 av pp-f dt n1, xx pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32, dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3380 but it seems this Church had not washed her hands of this. but it seems this Church had not washed her hands of this. cc-acp pn31 vvz d n1 vhd xx vvn po31 n2 pp-f d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3381 So the Church of Thyatira, Rev. 2. 18. the Spirit of God calls it a true Church, So the Church of Thyatira, Rev. 2. 18. the Spirit of God calls it a true Church, np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31 dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3382 yet vers. 20. he tels them plainly, it was a grievous offence to God that they had not discipline in the Church; yet vers. 20. he tells them plainly, it was a grievous offence to God that they had not discipline in the Church; av zz. crd pns31 vvz pno32 av-j, pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 cst pns32 vhd xx n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3383 Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezabel, &c. Thou hast suffered this, Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, Because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, etc. Thou hast suffered this, a-acp pns11 vhb dt d n2 p-acp pno21, c-acp pns21 vv2 d n1 np1, av pns21 vh2 vvn d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3384 and let her alone, and dost even countenance her, and art guilty of all her errours; and let her alone, and dost even countenance her, and art guilty of all her errors; cc vvb pno31 av-j, cc vd2 av-j vvi pno31, cc n1 j pp-f d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 93
3385 for thou didst not throw her out, and discard her from being an outward member of the Church; for thou didst not throw her out, and discard her from being an outward member of the Church; c-acp pns21 vdd2 xx vvi pno31 av, cc vvb pno31 p-acp vbg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 94
3386 so that we see the Church may be without discipline in the being of it; so that we see the Church may be without discipline in the being of it; av cst pns12 vvb dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp dt vbg pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 94
3387 yet I make this a mark of the Church of God, because though a Church may be without this, yet I make this a mark of the Church of God, Because though a Church may be without this, av pns11 vvb d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cs dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 94
3388 yet it is mightily defaced, and wants its beauty: And again, it is a Church that cannot continue; yet it is mightily defaced, and Wants its beauty: And again, it is a Church that cannot continue; av pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cc vvz po31 n1: cc av, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 94
3389 for when they doe not reprove and rebuke offenders, and deal severely with them directly, they will infect the whole body, for when they do not reprove and rebuke offenders, and deal severely with them directly, they will infect the Whole body, p-acp c-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi n2, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno32 av-j, pns32 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 94
3390 and it must needs weaken and decline, till at last it comes to nothing; therefore I make this a signe of a true Church. and it must needs weaken and decline, till At last it comes to nothing; Therefore I make this a Signen of a true Church. cc pn31 vmb av vvi cc vvi, c-acp p-acp ord pn31 vvz p-acp pix; av pns11 vvb d dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 94
3391 Thus we see there be four notes of a true Church, which it may have, and afterwards come to be no Church. Thus we see there be four notes of a true Church, which it may have, and afterwards come to be no Church. av pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi crd n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq pn31 vmb vhi, cc av vvb pc-acp vbi dx n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 259 Page 94
3392 Now in the next place I will shew you there be severall notes of a false Church; Now in the next place I will show you there be several notes of a false Church; av p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 260 Page 94
3393 and the Church that once had those true notes, may have none but false notes. As first Antiquity. and the Church that once had those true notes, may have none but false notes. As First Antiquity. cc dt n1 cst a-acp vhd d j n2, vmb vhi pix cc-acp j n2. p-acp ord n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 260 Page 94
3394 You shall have some Churches, as the Church of Rome, they brag of Antiquity, they have Antiquity for their prayers for the dead, You shall have Some Churches, as the Church of Rome, they brag of Antiquity, they have Antiquity for their Prayers for the dead, pn22 vmb vhi d n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3395 and Purgatory, & the like, and they shew 5, 6, or 700. years for these things; and Purgatory, & the like, and they show 5, 6, or 700. Years for these things; cc n1, cc dt j, cc pns32 vvb crd, crd, cc crd n2 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3396 and none but a company of upstart fellows, as Luther, and Calvin, and Perkins, did ever condemn these things. This is a false mark; and none but a company of upstart Fellows, as Luther, and calvin, and Perkins, did ever condemn these things. This is a false mark; cc pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n2, c-acp np1, cc np1, cc np1, vdd av vvi d n2. d vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3397 and a Church that hath this mark, may be a Synagogue of Satan, and not a Church of God: and a Church that hath this mark, may be a Synagogue of Satan, and not a Church of God: cc dt n1 cst vhz d n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3398 For, as a Divine saith, no Church can be sound because of Antiquity, unless it hath been from the beginning; For, as a Divine Says, no Church can be found Because of Antiquity, unless it hath been from the beginning; c-acp, c-acp dt j-jn vvz, dx n1 vmb vbi j c-acp pp-f n1, cs pn31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3399 as Christ, when the Jewes pleaded Antiquity, he saith, It was not so from the beginning. as christ, when the Jews pleaded Antiquity, he Says, It was not so from the beginning. c-acp np1, c-crq dt np2 vvn n1, pns31 vvz, pn31 vbds xx av p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3400 All Antiquity is nothing, unless it be from the first beginning, when Gods Institution and first ordering was; All Antiquity is nothing, unless it be from the First beginning, when God's Institution and First ordering was; d n1 vbz pix, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq npg1 n1 cc ord vvg vbds; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3401 a lye will be a lye, notwithstanding its Antiquity; and so an whore, the elder she is, the impudenter she is; a lie will be a lie, notwithstanding its Antiquity; and so an whore, the elder she is, the impudenter she is; dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1, c-acp po31 n1; cc av dt n1, dt n-jn pns31 vbz, dt jc pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3402 and Errours and Heresies in process of time grow to be more infectious, they take deeper root. and Errors and Heresies in process of time grow to be more infectious, they take Deeper root. cc n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc j, pns32 vvi jc-jn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3403 Now if they were once new, what if there were a thousand yeares upon such a Doctrine, Now if they were once new, what if there were a thousand Years upon such a Doctrine, av cs pns32 vbdr a-acp j, r-crq cs pc-acp vbdr dt crd n2 p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3404 and such a manner of Administration of the Sacrament, what is this to the purpose, and such a manner of Administration of the Sacrament, what is this to the purpose, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz d p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3405 if there were a time when this was a novelty and a new device? as the Apostle saith, 2 Thes. 2. 7. The Mystery of iniquity worketh. if there were a time when this was a novelty and a new device? as the Apostle Says, 2 Thebes 2. 7. The Mystery of iniquity works. cs pc-acp vbdr dt n1 c-crq d vbds dt n1 cc dt j n1? p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3406 Therefore no marvel it is grown ancient, no wonder it is come to be gray-headed; this is nothing, we are not to pick our Religion by yeares, but by Scripture; Therefore no marvel it is grown ancient, no wonder it is come to be Gray-headed; this is nothing, we Are not to pick our Religion by Years, but by Scripture; av dx n1 pn31 vbz vvn j, dx n1 pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j; d vbz pix, pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3407 let a thing be never so old, if we cannot prove it by Scripture, this is nothing; let a thing be never so old, if we cannot prove it by Scripture, this is nothing; vvb dt n1 vbi av-x av j, cs pns12 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp n1, d vbz pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3408 if the Church have no other mark to plead that they are the Church of God, if the Church have no other mark to plead that they Are the Church of God, cs dt n1 vhb dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3409 but Antiquity, that is a poor plea; as Paul thought before his conversion, I am of the Church; but Antiquity, that is a poor plea; as Paul Thought before his conversion, I am of the Church; cc-acp n1, cst vbz dt j n1; c-acp np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3410 He was exceeding zealous for the traditions of his Fathers, Gal. 1. 14. This is a poor thing; He was exceeding zealous for the traditions of his Father's, Gal. 1. 14. This is a poor thing; pns31 vbds vvg j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd crd d vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3411 Religion may be a vain Religion for all this. 1 Pet. 1. 18. If any people come to be redeemed by Christ, Christ comes to redeem them from such Religion as this; Religion may be a vain Religion for all this. 1 Pet. 1. 18. If any people come to be redeemed by christ, christ comes to Redeem them from such Religion as this; n1 vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp d d. crd np1 crd crd cs d n1 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 c-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3412 the drunkard may shew Antiquity for his drunkenness, and the adulterer may shew Antiquity for his uncleanness, &c. But he is a true Christian that can shew the Scripture for his title; the drunkard may show Antiquity for his Drunkenness, and the adulterer may show Antiquity for his uncleanness, etc. But he is a true Christian that can show the Scripture for his title; dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp pns31 vbz dt j njp cst vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3413 and that is a true Church that maintaines for matters of Faith, and walks for matters of manners, according to the Scriptures. and that is a true Church that maintains for matters of Faith, and walks for matters of manners, according to the Scriptures. cc d vbz dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp dt n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3414 Now if a Church hath no better mark then Antiquity, it is a false Church. Another mark of a false Church is universality; Now if a Church hath no better mark then Antiquity, it is a false Church. another mark of a false Church is universality; av cs dt n1 vhz dx jc n1 cs n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1. j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 261 Page 94
3415 when they have no other mark to shew, but that the most are of their side, they can shew the greatest bulk; when they have no other mark to show, but that the most Are of their side, they can show the greatest bulk; c-crq pns32 vhb dx j-jn vvb pc-acp vvi, cc-acp cst dt av-ds vbr pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt js n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 94
3416 if you go and count, there is most of their number a great deal; this is a sure mark of a false Church; if you go and count, there is most of their number a great deal; this is a sure mark of a false Church; cs pn22 vvb cc vvi, pc-acp vbz av-ds pp-f po32 n1 dt j n1; d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 94
3417 yet the Church of Rome makes use of this mark; yet the Church of Room makes use of this mark; av dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz n1 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 94
3418 for they consute our marks of a true Church, and will have multitudes to be their mark; for they consute our marks of a true Church, and will have Multitudes to be their mark; c-acp pns32 n1 po12 n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc vmb vhi n2 pc-acp vbi po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 94
3419 and by this we may see they are Antichrist, Rev. 13. 12. so Rev. 13. 8. All that dwell upon the earth, whose names were not written in the book of the Lamb, worshipped the beast; and by this we may see they Are Antichrist, Rev. 13. 12. so Rev. 13. 8. All that dwell upon the earth, whose names were not written in the book of the Lamb, worshipped the beast; cc p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi pns32 vbr np1, n1 crd crd av n1 crd crd av-d d vvb p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n2 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 94
3420 the reprobate are the greatest part of the world; now here he saith, all that dwell upon the earth almost shall worship the Beast; the Reprobate Are the greatest part of the world; now Here he Says, all that dwell upon the earth almost shall worship the Beast; dt j-jn vbr dt js n1 pp-f dt n1; av av pns31 vvz, d cst vvb p-acp dt n1 av vmb vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 94
3421 if this were the mark of a true Church, Christ had miscounted himself when he counted his flock a little flock. if this were the mark of a true Church, christ had miscounted himself when he counted his flock a little flock. cs d vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, np1 vhd vvn px31 c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 94
3422 Luke 12. 32. Fear not little flock, &c. And again, he saith, Strive to enter in at the straight gate, &c. He describes a true Church by the fewness, Lycia 12. 32. fear not little flock, etc. And again, he Says, Strive to enter in At the straight gate, etc. He describes a true Church by the fewness, av crd crd vvb xx j n1, av cc av, pns31 vvz, vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1, av pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 95
3423 and not by the universality of it; and not by the universality of it; cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 95
3424 therefore what a madness is this to make universality a note of a true Church? Therefore what a madness is this to make universality a note of a true Church? av q-crq dt n1 vbz d pc-acp vvi n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 262 Page 95
3425 Thirdly, Another is succession of Pastors from the Apostles times to this very day; this they make a mark of a true Church; Thirdly, another is succession of Pastors from the Apostles times to this very day; this they make a mark of a true Church; ord, j-jn vbz n1 pp-f ng1 p-acp dt n2 n2 p-acp d j n1; d pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 263 Page 95
3426 O say they we can shew succession down from Peter here at Rome, even to this day: Oh say they we can show succession down from Peter Here At Room, even to this day: uh vvb pns32 pns12 vmb vvi n1 a-acp p-acp np1 av p-acp vvb, av p-acp d n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 263 Page 95
3427 The Protestants are not able to shew this; this is a poor mark; The Protestants Are not able to show this; this is a poor mark; dt n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi d; d vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 263 Page 95
3428 Cai•phas that condemned Christ, could shew succession from Aaron; so a Church may be a Church that renounceth Christ, Cai•phas that condemned christ, could show succession from Aaron; so a Church may be a Church that Renounceth christ, np1 cst vvd np1, vmd vvi n1 p-acp np1; av dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 cst vvz np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 263 Page 95
3429 and is an Antichristian Church, and yet may shew succession; and is an Antichristian Church, and yet may show succession; cc vbz dt jp n1, cc av vmb vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 263 Page 95
3430 and other Churches, as Alexandria and others can shew succession as well as Rome; so that succession of Pastors is nothing, and other Churches, as Alexandria and Others can show succession as well as Room; so that succession of Pastors is nothing, cc j-jn n2, c-acp np1 cc n2-jn vmb vvi n1 c-acp av c-acp vvb; av d n1 pp-f ng1 vbz pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 263 Page 95
3431 unless they can shew succession of Doctrine. Fourthly, Unity, They make that to be a mark of the true Church; unless they can show succession of Doctrine. Fourthly, Unity, They make that to be a mark of the true Church; cs pns32 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1. ord, n1, pns32 vvb cst pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 263 Page 95
3432 and this is a false mark too; others say they, have not unity among them, but we have unity; and this is a false mark too; Others say they, have not unity among them, but we have unity; cc d vbz dt j n1 av; n2-jn vvb pns32, vhb xx n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns12 vhb n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 264 Page 95
3433 thus you may as well prove the Divels in Hell to be a Church, for there is unity; thus you may as well prove the Devils in Hell to be a Church, for there is unity; av pn22 vmb a-acp av vvi dt n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 264 Page 95
3434 as our Saviour saith, If Satan be divided against Satan, how can his Kingdom stand? so Acts 4. 27. you may see what an unity was there, they were all of one knot and one mind; as our Saviour Says, If Satan be divided against Satan, how can his Kingdom stand? so Acts 4. 27. you may see what an unity was there, they were all of one knot and one mind; c-acp po12 n1 vvz, cs np1 vbb vvn p-acp np1, q-crq vmb po31 n1 vvi? av n2 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vbds a-acp, pns32 vbdr d pp-f crd n1 cc crd n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 264 Page 95
3435 there was a marvellous great unity among them all to condemn Christ; there was a marvellous great unity among them all to condemn christ; pc-acp vbds dt j j n1 p-acp pno32 d pc-acp vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 264 Page 95
3436 the Church must be proved to be a true Church, before unity can be brought to be any sign of it; the Church must be proved to be a true Church, before unity can be brought to be any Signen of it; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1, p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi d n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 264 Page 95
3437 for the more unity is in a wicked way, the more hellish is the conspiracy. Fifthly, Miracles is a note of a false Church; for the more unity is in a wicked Way, the more hellish is the Conspiracy. Fifthly, Miracles is a note of a false Church; p-acp dt av-dc n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, dt av-dc j vbz dt n1. ord, n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 264 Page 95
3438 now the Papists say, We can shew miracles for our Religion; now the Papists say, We can show Miracles for our Religion; av dt njp2 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3439 where can you shew miracles? Christ saith, we may know Antichrist and his adherents by this, Mat. 24. 24. there shall arise false Christs, &c. False Christs and such as make as though they were Christians, where can you show Miracles? christ Says, we may know Antichrist and his adherents by this, Mathew 24. 24. there shall arise false Christ, etc. False Christ and such as make as though they were Christians, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi n2? np1 vvz, pns12 vmb vvi np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp d, np1 crd crd zz vmb vvi j npg1, av j npg1 cc d c-acp vvi c-acp cs pns32 vbdr np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3440 and the people of God, and come to you in the name of the Lord, and they may shew you signs and wonders to make you believe them; and the people of God, and come to you in the name of the Lord, and they may show you Signs and wonders to make you believe them; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi pn22 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3441 but they are the Divels signs, and they shall be very strong to delude the world; but they Are the Devils Signs, and they shall be very strong to delude the world; cc-acp pns32 vbr dt ng1 n2, cc pns32 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3442 so 2 Thes. 2. 9. the Apostle shews us that the coming of Antichrist shall be after this manner; so 2 Thebes 2. 9. the Apostle shows us that the coming of Antichrist shall be After this manner; av crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz pno12 d dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vmb vbi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3443 therefore no marvel that they plead signs and wonders, and apparitions of the dead, from their doctrine of the Mass and Purgatory, Therefore no marvel that they plead Signs and wonders, and apparitions of the dead, from their Doctrine of the Mass and Purgatory, av dx n1 cst pns32 vvb n2 cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3444 and prayers for the dead, &c. this is an argument that their Church is Antichristian; that which is a true Church according to the Scripture, needs no new miracles; and Prayers for the dead, etc. this is an argument that their Church is Antichristian; that which is a true Church according to the Scripture, needs no new Miracles; cc n2 p-acp dt j, av d vbz dt n1 cst po32 n1 vbz jp; d r-crq vbz dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, av dx j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3445 therefore Calvin and Luther that propounded nothing but the truth of the Scripture, they need bring no miracles to confirm it if indeed they had brought any new doctrines of their own heads, they had need to have brought miracles to confirm them; Therefore calvin and Luther that propounded nothing but the truth of the Scripture, they need bring no Miracles to confirm it if indeed they had brought any new doctrines of their own Heads, they had need to have brought Miracles to confirm them; av np1 cc np1 cst vvd pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb vvi dx n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 cs av pns32 vhd vvn d j n2 pp-f po32 d n2, pns32 vhd n1 pc-acp vhi vvn n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3446 but when they brought nothing but what they could prove out of the Scripture, Scripture-miracles were enough to prove this. but when they brought nothing but what they could prove out of the Scripture, scripture-miracles were enough to prove this. cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pix cc-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1, n2 vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 265 Page 95
3447 Sixthly ▪ Another mark is pompe and stateliness; Sixthly ▪ another mark is pomp and stateliness; j ▪ j-jn n1 vbz n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 266 Page 95
3448 a Church may come to have no other mark but this, that it is a goodly and stately Church, a pompous kind of serving God; a Church may come to have no other mark but this, that it is a goodly and stately Church, a pompous kind of serving God; dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, cst pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, dt j n1 pp-f vvg np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 266 Page 95
3449 things are set ou• pompously, this is rather an argument of an Antichristian Church; things Are Set ou• pompously, this is rather an argument of an Antichristian Church; n2 vbr vvn n1 av-j, d vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 266 Page 95
3450 for the Kingdom of Christ is not of this world, and that which is highly esteemed amongst men, is abonimable in the sight of God. for the Kingdom of christ is not of this world, and that which is highly esteemed among men, is abonimable in the sighed of God. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1, cc cst r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2, vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 266 Page 95
3451 Lastly, They make outward prosperity and happiness to be a mark of the true Church of God; Lastly, They make outward Prosperity and happiness to be a mark of the true Church of God; ord, pns32 vvb j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 267 Page 95
3452 but this is rather a mark of a Synagogue of Satan, For all that live godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 3. 12. And if any man will be my Disciple (saith Christ) let him take up his cross and follow me. but this is rather a mark of a Synagogue of Satan, For all that live godly in christ jesus, must suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 3. 12. And if any man will be my Disciple (Says christ) let him take up his cross and follow me. cc-acp d vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d cst vvb j p-acp np1 np1, vmb vvi n1, crd np1 crd crd cc cs d n1 vmb vbi po11 n1 (vvz np1) vvb pno31 vvi a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 267 Page 95
3453 I say the Kingdom of Christ is not of this world; therefore prosperity and felicity is not a sign of a Church of God; I say the Kingdom of christ is not of this world; Therefore Prosperity and felicity is not a Signen of a Church of God; pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pp-f d n1; av n1 cc n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 267 Page 95
3454 thus we see that a Church that was once a true Church of God, may come to be no true Church; thus we see that a Church that was once a true Church of God, may come to be no true Church; av pns12 vvb cst dt n1 cst vbds a-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dx j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 267 Page 95
3455 they may lose all the true notes of a Church of God, and have no, other notes, they may loose all the true notes of a Church of God, and have no, other notes, pns32 vmb vvi d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vhb av-dx, j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 267 Page 95
3456 but such as prove it to be no true Church, but rather a Church of Infidels and unbelievers. but such as prove it to be no true Church, but rather a Church of Infidels and unbelievers. cc-acp d c-acp vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dx j n1, cc-acp av-c dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 267 Page 95
3457 The first reason is, because the Church of God is Catholique, that is, it is not tied and pent up in any place, God may carry it where he will, he may set up his Church in what Country, The First reason is, Because the Church of God is Catholic, that is, it is not tied and penned up in any place, God may carry it where he will, he may Set up his Church in what Country, dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz jp, cst vbz, pn31 vbz xx vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, np1 vmb vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp r-crq n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3458 and Town, and Family he will, and choose what particular person in the whole world he will; and Town, and Family he will, and choose what particular person in the Whole world he will; cc n1, cc n1 pns31 vmb, cc vvi r-crq j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 vmb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3459 God is not tied to any; God is not tied to any; np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3460 therefore when the Jews bore themselves upon this, that they were the Church, and Gods Ordinances and Oracles were approp•iated to them, they came at the first hour of the day, at the first hand; Therefore when the jews boar themselves upon this, that they were the Church, and God's Ordinances and Oracles were approp•iated to them, they Come At the First hour of the day, At the First hand; av c-crq dt np2 vvd px32 p-acp d, cst pns32 vbdr dt n1, cc npg1 n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3461 but if the Gentiles were a Church, it was but at the second hand, they came but at the eleventh hour; but if the Gentiles were a Church, it was but At the second hand, they Come but At the eleventh hour; cc-acp cs dt n2-j vbdr dt n1, pn31 vbds cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1, pns32 vvd cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3462 he takes up a parable, Mat. 20. and saith, they that are last, shall be first, &c. and he gives a reason, shall I not do what I will with mine own? so God may do with his Ordinances, he Takes up a parable, Mathew 20. and Says, they that Are last, shall be First, etc. and he gives a reason, shall I not do what I will with mine own? so God may do with his Ordinances, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1, np1 crd cc vvz, pns32 cst vbr ord, vmb vbi ord, av cc pns31 vvz dt n1, vmb pns11 xx vdi r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp po11 d? av np1 vmb vdi p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3463 and gifts and graces of his spirit; he may bestow them where he will, he may give his Gospel to a Kingdom, and Gifts and graces of his Spirit; he may bestow them where he will, he may give his Gospel to a Kingdom, cc n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1; pns31 vmb vvi pno32 c-crq pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3464 and take it away at his pleasure; and he may stay as long as he will, and be gone when he will. and take it away At his pleasure; and he may stay as long as he will, and be gone when he will. cc vvb pn31 av p-acp po31 n1; cc pns31 vmb vvi c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb, cc vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vmb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 268 Page 96
3465 Secondly, God doth not need any place, any people; Secondly, God does not need any place, any people; ord, np1 vdz xx vvi d n1, d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3466 though a place be never so glorious and stately, and though it be never so admirable a Church, God doth not need that Nation, though a place be never so glorious and stately, and though it be never so admirable a Church, God does not need that nation, cs dt n1 vbi av av j cc j, cc cs pn31 vbb av-x av j dt n1, np1 vdz xx vvi d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3467 but if it grow male•ert, and stiffe and stubborn against him, the Lord will make them know he hath no need of them, and cares not for them; but if it grow male•ert, and stiff and stubborn against him, the Lord will make them know he hath no need of them, and Cares not for them; cc-acp cs pn31 vvb n1, cc av-j cc j p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvz xx p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3468 as the Jews, when they bore themselves upon this that they were the people of God, as the jews, when they boar themselves upon this that they were the people of God, c-acp dt np2, c-crq pns32 vvd px32 p-acp d cst pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3469 and had Abraham for their father, and were barren and fruitless and dissolute in their lives, you may see how John Baptist answers their foolish conceit, think not with your selves, we have Abraham to our father, &c. Mat. 3. 9. he hath no need of you; and had Abraham for their father, and were barren and fruitless and dissolute in their lives, you may see how John Baptist answers their foolish conceit, think not with your selves, we have Abraham to our father, etc. Mathew 3. 9. he hath no need of you; cc vhd np1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vbdr j cc j cc j p-acp po32 n2, pn22 vmb vvi c-crq np1 np1 vvz po32 j n1, vvb xx p-acp po22 n2, pns12 vhb np1 pc-acp po12 n1, av np1 crd crd pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3470 you are the children of Abraham, but know God can cast you into Hell for all you are the children of Abraham, and can make Heathens and Infidels children of Abraham; so when the Jews boasted, Mal. 1. that God had chosen them, he hated Esau, and loved Jacob, and they grew to be insolent and disobedient to God, you Are the children of Abraham, but know God can cast you into Hell for all you Are the children of Abraham, and can make heathens and Infidels children of Abraham; so when the jews boasted, Malachi 1. that God had chosen them, he hated Esau, and loved Jacob, and they grew to be insolent and disobedient to God, pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp vvi np1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp d pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vmb vvi n2-jn cc n2 n2 pp-f np1; av c-crq dt np2 vvd, np1 crd cst np1 vhd vvn pno32, pns31 vvd np1, cc j-vvn np1, cc pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3471 and polluted his holy Temple, and despised his name; and polluted his holy Temple, and despised his name; cc vvd po31 j n1, cc vvd po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3472 see what God saith, I will accept none of these things at your hands, I will gather me a people among the Heathens, Mal. 1. 13. As who should say, I want not people, I can go among the Heathen, see what God Says, I will accept none of these things At your hands, I will gather me a people among the heathens, Malachi 1. 13. As who should say, I want not people, I can go among the Heathen, vvb r-crq np1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi pix pp-f d n2 p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 dt n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vvb xx n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3473 and there have my worship regarded which you have slighted and neglected. and there have my worship regarded which you have slighted and neglected. cc pc-acp vhi po11 n1 vvn r-crq pn22 vhb vvn cc vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 269 Page 96
3474 Thirdly, There is no particular Church in the world hath a promise alwayes to be a Church, Thirdly, There is no particular Church in the world hath a promise always to be a Church, ord, pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 vhz dt n1 av pc-acp vbi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3475 but it they grow careless and secure and unprofitable under the means, the Lord will be gone; but it they grow careless and secure and unprofitable under the means, the Lord will be gone; cc-acp pn31 pns32 vvb j cc j cc j p-acp dt n2, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3476 he hath made no such promise to continue with them for ever ▪ 'tis true, there is never a godly soul, never a member of the Church but God hath promised he will never leave him, 2 Tim. 2. 19. and Mat. 28. 20. he saith so of his own people, he will never leave them, he hath made no such promise to continue with them for ever ▪ it's true, there is never a godly soul, never a member of the Church but God hath promised he will never leave him, 2 Tim. 2. 19. and Mathew 28. 20. he Says so of his own people, he will never leave them, pns31 vhz vvn dx d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av ▪ pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vbz av-x dt j n1, av-x dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 vhz vvn pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno31, crd np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd pns31 vvz av pp-f po31 d n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3477 but the good things he hath begun in them, he will perfect them in the day of Christ; but the good things he hath begun in them, he will perfect them in the day of christ; cc-acp dt j n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3478 nay, though all particular Churches should be destroyed, God will have a care of these particular Saints of his Catholique Church, that not any limbe of it shall cease; nay, though all particular Churches should be destroyed, God will have a care of these particular Saints of his Catholic Church, that not any limb of it shall cease; uh-x, cs d j n2 vmd vbi vvn, np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f po31 jp n1, cst xx d n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3479 but for particular Churches God hath made no such promises, but upon condition, Rom. 11. 22. if a Parish or Kingdom continue in the fear of Gods name, but for particular Churches God hath made no such promises, but upon condition, Rom. 11. 22. if a Parish or Kingdom continue in the Fear of God's name, cc-acp p-acp j n2 np1 vhz vvn dx d n2, cc-acp p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cs dt n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3480 and regard his commandements, & be fruitful under his Ordinances, and thankful for his goodness, then he will stay; and regard his Commandments, & be fruitful under his Ordinances, and thankful for his Goodness, then he will stay; cc vvi po31 n2, cc vbi j p-acp po31 n2, cc j p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3481 but otherwise saith he, thou shalt be broken off, though thou be the famousest Church in the world. but otherwise Says he, thou shalt be broken off, though thou be the famousest Church in the world. cc-acp av vvz pns31, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn a-acp, cs pns21 vbb dt js n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 270 Page 96
3482 This may con•ound the Church of Rome, who promise to themselves they shall never be unchurched; This may con•ound the Church of Rome, who promise to themselves they shall never be unchurched; d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb p-acp px32 pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 96
3483 though they have been unchurched many years, yet they brag they are the only Church in the world; though they have been unchurched many Years, yet they brag they Are the only Church in the world; cs pns32 vhb vbn vvd d n2, av pns32 vvb pns32 vbr dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 96
3484 Bellarmine brags that St. Peters chair shall never go from Rome; and no wonder, for the spirit of God foretold it, Rev. 17. I sit as Queen and shall never be a Widow, I shall be a Wife, a Spouse for ever, I shall see no sorrow; Bellarmine brags that Saint Peter's chair shall never go from Room; and no wonder, for the Spirit of God foretold it, Rev. 17. I fit as Queen and shall never be a Widow, I shall be a Wife, a Spouse for ever, I shall see no sorrow; np1 vvz d n1 npg1 n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp vvi; cc dx n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pn31, n1 crd pns11 vvb p-acp n1 cc vmb av-x vbi dt n1, pns11 vmb vbi dt n1, dt n1 c-acp av, pns11 vmb vvi dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 96
3485 you see how secure she is, just the child of her proud mother Babylon, Isa. 47. 8. So 'tis with the Church of Rome, I am, and none else; I am; you see how secure she is, just the child of her proud mother Babylon, Isaiah 47. 8. So it's with the Church of Rome, I am, and none Else; I am; pn22 vvb c-crq j pns31 vbz, av dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 np1, np1 crd crd av pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vbm, cc pix av; pns11 vbm; (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 96
3486 she calls her self the Roman Catholique Church, as if there were no Church but Rome; all the Nations of the world, she calls her self the Roman Catholic Church, as if there were no Church but Room; all the nations of the world, pns31 vvz po31 n1 dt np1 jp n1, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 p-acp vvb; d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 97
3487 if they will be a •hurch, must be members of that Church; if they will be a •hurch, must be members of that Church; cs pns32 vmb vbi dt n1, vmb vbi n2 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 97
3488 as it was said of Rome in Augusius time, If Jupiter should come down from Heaven, there is no Country for him to come into but Rome; look into this or that country, Rome hath to doe there; as it was said of Room in Augustus time, If Jupiter should come down from Heaven, there is no Country for him to come into but Room; look into this or that country, Room hath to do there; c-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f vvb p-acp np1 n1, cs np1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp vvb; vvb p-acp d cc d n1, vvb vhz pc-acp vdi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 97
3489 so Rome, notwithstanding her Apostacy, is grown to that height of pride and security, as if she were, and none but she. so Room, notwithstanding her Apostasy, is grown to that height of pride and security, as if she were, and none but she. av vvb, p-acp po31 n1, vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr, cc pix cc-acp pns31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 97
3490 O poor deluded company, there is scarce any true note of a Church of Christ among them, O poor deluded company, there is scarce any true note of a Church of christ among them, sy j j-vvn n1, pc-acp vbz av-j d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 97
3491 and yet they make themselves to be the onely Church. and yet they make themselves to be the only Church. cc av pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 271 Page 97
3492 This may be an Item for all the particular Churches in the whole world, for England, Denmark, France, wheresoever is any. This may be an Item for all the particular Churches in the Whole world, for England, Denmark, France, wheresoever is any. d vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp d dt j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp np1, np1, np1, c-crq vbz d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3493 Here you see the Church of Sardis had but a name to live, and was dead; Here you see the Church of Sardis had but a name to live, and was dead; av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vbds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3494 there was nothing but remainders in her, and they were ready to die and come to nothing. there was nothing but remainders in her, and they were ready to die and come to nothing. a-acp vbds pix cc-acp n2 p-acp pno31, cc pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pix. (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3495 But what speak I of the Church of Sarar•? Where are all the famous Churches of Asta, of Pergamus and Th•at•ra? &c. what is become of these famous Churches? are they not turned into a wilderness, But what speak I of the Church of Sarar•? Where Are all the famous Churches of Asta, of Pergamos and Th•at•ra? etc. what is become of these famous Churches? Are they not turned into a Wilderness, p-acp q-crq vvb pns11 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? c-crq vbr d dt j n2 pp-f np1, pp-f np1 cc np1? av r-crq vbz vvn pp-f d j n2? vbr pns32 xx vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3496 and to worship Meb•met and Idols, and are even grown as bad as Heathens? But what need I speak of these? Look upon the Church of the Jewes, that were th• pri•cipal people of God; no Church like that; Israel is my first borne; and to worship Meb•met and Idols, and Are even grown as bad as heathens? But what need I speak of these? Look upon the Church of the Jews, that were th• pri•cipal people of God; no Church like that; Israel is my First born; cc pc-acp vvi j cc n2, cc vbr av vvn p-acp j c-acp n2-jn? p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 vvb pp-f d? n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cst vbdr n1 j-jn n1 pp-f np1; dx n1 av-j d; np1 vbz po11 ord vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3497 there was never any Church under the Gospel that was his onely Church; but Judaea was his onely o•e, his pleasant Plant; there was never any Church under the Gospel that was his only Church; but Judaea was his only o•e, his pleasant Plant; a-acp vbds av-x d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds po31 j n1; cc-acp np1 vbds po31 j n1, po31 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3498 nay they were the Fathers of Jesus Christ according to the flesh, Rom. 9. yet notwithstanding that Church was cut off. nay they were the Father's of jesus christ according to the Flesh, Rom. 9. yet notwithstanding that Church was Cut off. uh-x pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vvg p-acp dt n1, np1 crd av p-acp d n1 vbds vvn a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3499 When the holy City proved a Harlot; When the holy city proved a Harlot; c-crq dt j n1 vvd dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3500 when these people grew to be weary of God and his Ordinances, and grew to be loose, when these people grew to be weary of God and his Ordinances, and grew to be lose, c-crq d n1 vvd pc-acp vbi j pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, cc vvd pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3501 and would not be ruled by God and his Word, the Lord gave them a Bill of Divorcement, and sent them away; and would not be ruled by God and his Word, the Lord gave them a Bill of Divorcement, and sent them away; cc vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, dt n1 vvd pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3502 therefore let us be warned by them; Therefore let us be warned by them; av vvb pno12 vbi vvn p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3503 it is a fearfull thing when God for Idolatry shall cast off Churches, and yet we not tremble but live under security and hardness of heart, it is a fearful thing when God for Idolatry shall cast off Churches, and yet we not tremble but live under security and hardness of heart, pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq np1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi a-acp n2, cc av pns12 xx vvi cc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3504 and take not warning by it. and take not warning by it. cc vvb xx vvg p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3505 Jer. 3. 8. God saith, Yet her treacherous sister Judah feared not, but played the harlot. Jer. 3. 8. God Says, Yet her treacherous sister Judah feared not, but played the harlot. np1 crd crd np1 vvz, av po31 j n1 np1 vvd xx, cc-acp vvd dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3506 When God cast off the ten Tribes, Judah saw this, and heard of this, and could not chuse but understand this, When God cast off the ten Tribes, Judah saw this, and herd of this, and could not choose but understand this, c-crq np1 vvd a-acp dt crd n2, np1 vvd d, cc vvn pp-f d, cc vmd xx vvi cc-acp vvb d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3507 and yet she did not fear for all this: and yet she did not Fear for all this: cc av pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp d d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3508 So when this Parish, or any other Parish shall hear of any Parish that is unchurched and unministred, So when this Parish, or any other Parish shall hear of any Parish that is unchurched and unministered, av c-crq d n1, cc d j-jn n1 vmb vvi pp-f d n1 cst vbz vvd cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3509 and God hath taken away his presence from among them, and there shall be no signe of his gracious presence any more, the Gospel is gone from such a place, and God hath taken away his presence from among them, and there shall be no Signen of his gracious presence any more, the Gospel is gone from such a place, cc np1 vhz vvn av po31 n1 p-acp p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f po31 j n1 d dc, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3510 and we hear of it, and yet doe not fear, but are as secure as ever, and we hear of it, and yet do not Fear, but Are as secure as ever, cc pns12 vvb pp-f pn31, cc av vdb xx vvi, cc-acp vbr a-acp j c-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3511 as unfruitful under the means as ever, and doe not stir up our selves to be more obedient to God and his Ordinances, as unfruitful under the means as ever, and do not stir up our selves to be more obedient to God and his Ordinances, c-acp j p-acp dt n2 c-acp av, cc vdb xx vvi a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3512 but goe on to play the harlot, and goe a whoring from God from day to day; but go on to play the harlot, and go a whoring from God from day to day; cc-acp vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3513 nay we are even ready to promise our selves peace for all this; this is a fearful thing. nay we Are even ready to promise our selves peace for all this; this is a fearful thing. uh pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 n1 p-acp d d; d vbz dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3514 Mark what the Lord saith, Jer. 7. 11, 12, 13, 14, 15. He speaks there of Jerusalem: So when God hath poured out his plagues and punishments upon other Parishes, Mark what the Lord Says, Jer. 7. 11, 12, 13, 14, 15. He speaks there of Jerusalem: So when God hath poured out his plagues and punishments upon other Parishes, n1 q-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd pns31 vvz a-acp pp-f np1: av c-crq np1 vhz vvn av po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3515 and other places, and hath taken away his Ark and the glory is departed from them, and other places, and hath taken away his Ark and the glory is departed from them, cc j-jn n2, cc vhz vvn av po31 n1 cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3516 and they are left in the shadow of death, and we see it, and yet tremble not at it, God calls upon us from day to day to amend our lives, that we mi•ht finde mercy with him; and they Are left in the shadow of death, and we see it, and yet tremble not At it, God calls upon us from day to day to amend our lives, that we mi•ht find mercy with him; cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns12 vvb pn31, cc av vvb xx p-acp pn31, np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3517 God tells us, as he hath done to other Parishes in the Kingdome, so he will doe to us; God tells us, as he hath done to other Parishes in the Kingdom, so he will do to us; np1 vvz pno12, c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3518 the Lord will lay us desolate and waste as other parts of the land are; the Lord will lay us desolate and waste as other parts of the land Are; dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 j cc j c-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3519 and certainly the Lords wrath and vengeance is hard at our heels if we doe not speedily repent, who knows how soon God may deprive us of his Word and Ordinances? For 〈 ◊ 〉 not found thy works perfect before God. and Certainly the lords wrath and vengeance is hard At our heels if we do not speedily Repent, who knows how soon God may deprive us of his Word and Ordinances? For 〈 ◊ 〉 not found thy works perfect before God. cc av-j dt ng1 n1 cc n1 vbz j p-acp po12 n2 cs pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi, r-crq vvz c-crq av np1 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2? p-acp 〈 sy 〉 xx vvn po21 n2 j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 272 Page 97
3520 If we take these words in sunder, they containe these five Propositions. First, That the covenant of grace requires works. If we take these words in sunder, they contain these five Propositions. First, That the Covenant of grace requires works. cs pns12 vvb d n2 p-acp av, pns32 vvi d crd n2. ord, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 273 Page 97
3521 Secondly, That these works should be perfect. Secondly, That these works should be perfect. ord, cst d n2 vmd vbi j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 275 Page 97
3522 Thirdly, That they should not onely be perect in the sight of men, for that is nothing; Thirdly, That they should not only be perect in the sighed of men, for that is nothing; ord, cst pns32 vmd xx av-j vbi vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d vbz pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 276 Page 98
3523 but perfect in the sight of God, before God. Fourthly, That the Lord Jesus searcheth whither they be so or no. but perfect in the sighed of God, before God. Fourthly, That the Lord jesus Searches whither they be so or no. cc-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp np1. ord, cst dt n1 np1 vvz c-crq pns32 vbb av cc uh-dx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 276 Page 98
3524 Fifthly, Upon due search he finds it out many times, not onely in particular persons, Fifthly, Upon due search he finds it out many times, not only in particular Persons, ord, p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz pn31 av d n2, xx av-j p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 278 Page 98
3525 but in particular Churches, as we see here in the Church of Sardis, that their works are not so. but in particular Churches, as we see Here in the Church of Sardis, that their works Are not so. cc-acp p-acp j n2, c-acp pns12 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst po32 n2 vbr xx av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 278 Page 98
3526 For the first of these, That the second Covenant requires works, we see here that the Lord Jesus looks for works in the Church of Sardis that were in covenant with him; For the First of these, That the second Covenant requires works, we see Here that the Lord jesus looks for works in the Church of Sardis that were in Covenant with him; p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cst dt ord n1 vvz n2, pns12 vvb av cst dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 279 Page 98
3527 'tis true, there is this difference between the two Covenants; the first covenant requires works as the condition of it; it's true, there is this difference between the two Covenants; the First Covenant requires works as the condition of it; pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt crd n2; dt ord n1 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 279 Page 98
3528 He that doth them, shall live in them, Gal. 3. 12. The doers of the Law shall be blessed, Rom. 2. 13. Therefore it is called the covenant of works, and that in two senses. He that does them, shall live in them, Gal. 3. 12. The doers of the Law shall be blessed, Rom. 2. 13. Therefore it is called the Covenant of works, and that in two Senses. pns31 cst vdz pno32, vmb vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, cc cst p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 279 Page 98
3529 First, In that works are the condition of it. Secondly, In that it is left unto man; First, In that works Are the condition of it. Secondly, In that it is left unto man; ord, p-acp d n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f pn31. ord, p-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 280 Page 98
3530 God gives onely a power not to sin, if so be that man will; but he doth not give the will. God gives only a power not to sin, if so be that man will; but he does not give the will. np1 vvz av-j dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi, cs av vbb d n1 vmb; cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3531 Now the second covenant is not a covenant of works; the condition of it is not works, but the condition of it is faith; Now the second Covenant is not a Covenant of works; the condition of it is not works, but the condition of it is faith; av dt ord n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n2; dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz xx n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3532 The just shall live by faith, Rom. 1. 17. Therefore it is called a covenant of grace, The just shall live by faith, Rom. 1. 17. Therefore it is called a Covenant of grace, dt j vmb vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3533 and that in two respects opposite to the former; and that in two respects opposite to the former; cc cst p-acp crd n2 j-jn p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3534 not onely in regard that these works are done by another, and so nothing is required of the party justified, not only in regard that these works Are done by Another, and so nothing is required of the party justified, xx av-j p-acp n1 cst d n2 vbr vdn p-acp j-jn, cc av pix vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3535 but onely faith for his justification; but only faith for his justification; cc-acp av-j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3536 but also because though the covenant of grace require works, yet God doth not expect a man should doe any thing of himself, but it is by grace; but also Because though the Covenant of grace require works, yet God does not expect a man should do any thing of himself, but it is by grace; cc-acp av c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi n2, av np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 vmd vdi d n1 pp-f px31, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3537 we are saved by grace through faith, and not of our selves, it is the gift of God. we Are saved by grace through faith, and not of our selves, it is the gift of God. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc xx pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3538 I say the second covenant is a covenant of grace, and yet it requires works. And works are here necessary. First by necessity of presence; I say the second Covenant is a Covenant of grace, and yet it requires works. And works Are Here necessary. First by necessity of presence; pns11 vvb dt ord n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pn31 vvz n2. cc n2 vbr av j. ord p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 281 Page 98
3539 for though faith be the condition, yet it is such a faith as hath necessarily good works together present with it; for though faith be the condition, yet it is such a faith as hath necessarily good works together present with it; c-acp cs n1 vbb dt n1, av pn31 vbz d dt n1 a-acp vhz av-j j n2 av j p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 282 Page 98
3540 as the Apostle speaks, Faith if it have not works is dead, Jam. 2. 17. Good works they are inseparably joyned together with true faith; as the Apostle speaks, Faith if it have not works is dead, Jam. 2. 17. Good works they Are inseparably joined together with true faith; c-acp dt n1 vvz, n1 cs pn31 vhb xx n2 vbz j, np1 crd crd j n2 pns32 vbr av-j vvn av p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 282 Page 98
3541 for as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also; for as the body without the Spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also; c-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j, av n1 p-acp n2 vbz j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 282 Page 98
3542 not as though works were the essential forme of true faith; not as though works were the essential Form of true faith; xx p-acp c-acp n2 vbdr dt j n1 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 282 Page 98
3543 but the nature of faith, if it be true, is such as doth necessarily cause good works to accompany with it. but the nature of faith, if it be true, is such as does necessarily cause good works to accompany with it. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbb j, vbz d c-acp vdz av-j vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 282 Page 98
3544 They are necessary by necessity of inseparable effects; They Are necessary by necessity of inseparable effects; pns32 vbr j p-acp n1 pp-f j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3545 good works are not onely present together with faith, but they are so present, as that they doe flow from faith. good works Are not only present together with faith, but they Are so present, as that they do flow from faith. j n2 vbr xx av-j vvi av p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr av j, c-acp cst pns32 vdb vvi p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3546 God hath required such a faith in the covenant of grace, as doth produce good works; God hath required such a faith in the Covenant of grace, as does produce good works; np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vdz vvi j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3547 they are not onely inseparable from faith, but thus inseparable, that true faith must needs produce them; they Are not only inseparable from faith, but thus inseparable, that true faith must needs produce them; pns32 vbr xx av-j j p-acp n1, cc-acp av j, cst j n1 vmb av vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3548 He that hath this hope, purifies himselfe as he is pure, 1 John 3. 3. That is, He that hath this faith, he sets down faith by the effect hope, He that hath this hope, Purifies himself as he is pure, 1 John 3. 3. That is, He that hath this faith, he sets down faith by the Effect hope, pns31 cst vhz d n1, vvz px31 c-acp pns31 vbz j, vvn np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns31 cst vhz d n1, pns31 vvz a-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3549 and sets it down by another effect, it must needs purifie, it makes that man purifie himself as Christ is pure. and sets it down by Another Effect, it must needs purify, it makes that man purify himself as christ is pure. cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn n1, pn31 vmb av vvi, pn31 vvz d n1 vvi px31 p-acp np1 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3550 So Christ having exhorted them to believe, having raised up their minds to believe the things that are above, Lay up your treasure in Heaven, Mat. 6. 20. in the next verse he shews this will have the effect of all manner of good works; So christ having exhorted them to believe, having raised up their minds to believe the things that Are above, Lay up your treasure in Heaven, Mathew 6. 20. in the next verse he shows this will have the Effect of all manner of good works; av np1 vhg vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi, vhg vvn a-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, vvb a-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz d vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3551 For where your treasure is, there will your hearts be also; For where your treasure is, there will your hearts be also; p-acp c-crq po22 n1 vbz, pc-acp vmb po22 n2 vbb av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3552 it will draw up your hearts, and make you heavenly-minded, and make you seek the things that are above; it will draw up your hearts, and make you heavenly-minded, and make you seek the things that Are above; pn31 vmb vvi a-acp po22 n2, cc vvb pn22 j, cc vvb pn22 vvb dt n2 cst vbr p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3553 where your treasure is, there will your hearts be also. where your treasure is, there will your hearts be also. c-crq po22 n1 vbz, pc-acp vmb po22 n2 vbb av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3554 So likewise we may see Heb. 11. thorow the whole chapter, what abundance of effects are set down of true saving faith: So likewise we may see Hebrew 11. thorough the Whole chapter, what abundance of effects Are Set down of true Saving faith: av av pns12 vmb vvi np1 crd p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vbr vvn a-acp pp-f j j-vvg n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3555 By faith Abel offered sacrifice to God. By faith Noah being warned of God, obeyed God, By faith Abel offered sacrifice to God. By faith Noah being warned of God, obeyed God, p-acp n1 np1 vvn n1 p-acp np1. p-acp n1 np1 vbg vvn pp-f np1, vvd np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3556 and did the things that God commanded, verse 7. And so by faith Abraham when he was called, yielded to God. and did the things that God commanded, verse 7. And so by faith Abraham when he was called, yielded to God. cc vdd dt n2 cst np1 vvd, n1 crd cc av p-acp n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, vvn p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3557 So by faith believers wrought righteousness, and did wonderfull things, subdued Kingdomes, &c. They were able to work wonderful effects; So by faith believers wrought righteousness, and did wonderful things, subdued Kingdoms, etc. They were able to work wondered effects; av p-acp n1 n2 vvd n1, cc vdd j n2, vvn n2, av pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 98
3558 so that when a man hath not works, when he doth not obey God through the power of faith, he hath not faith it self so that when a man hath not works, when he does not obey God through the power of faith, he hath not faith it self av cst c-crq dt n1 vhz xx n2, c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vhz xx n1 pn31 n1 (7) treatise (DIV2) 283 Page 99
3559 Thirdly, Good works are necessary by necessity of signs; Thirdly, Good works Are necessary by necessity of Signs; ord, j n2 vbr j p-acp n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3560 they are not only to be in a Believer as effects, but as proofs of his faith; they Are not only to be in a Believer as effects, but as proofs of his faith; pns32 vbr xx av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 c-acp n2, cc-acp c-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3561 •or a man must justifie his faith by his works; •or a man must justify his faith by his works; n1 dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3562 they are signes and proofs whereby he may know whether his faith be true, and of the right stamp o• no; they Are Signs and proofs whereby he may know whither his faith be true, and of the right stamp o• no; pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cs po31 n1 vbb j, cc pp-f dt j-jn n1 n1 av-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3563 for if a mans faith be a lively faith, a faith that doth justifie, though in the act of justi•ication it be alone, for if a men faith be a lively faith, a faith that does justify, though in the act of justi•ication it be alone, c-acp cs dt ng1 n1 vbb dt j n1, dt n1 cst vdz vvi, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbb j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3564 yet in existency it is not alone, but it hath good •orks together with it, as signs and marks of the same; yet in existency it is not alone, but it hath good •orks together with it, as Signs and marks of the same; av p-acp n1 pn31 vbz xx j, cc-acp pn31 vhz j n2 av p-acp pn31, c-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f dt d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3565 as 1 John 1. 6. If we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lye, and 〈 ◊ 〉 not the truth. as 1 John 1. 6. If we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and 〈 ◊ 〉 not the truth. c-acp crd np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb pns12 vhb n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp n1, pns12 vvb, cc 〈 sy 〉 xx dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3566 Hereby we may know that we are deceived; we may think we have saith, and so fellowship together with him; Hereby we may know that we Are deceived; we may think we have Says, and so fellowship together with him; av pns12 vmb vvi cst pns12 vbr vvn; pns12 vmb vvi pns12 vhb vvz, cc av n1 av p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3567 yet if we walk in darknesse, we may know we lye; for this could not be if we had fellowship with God. yet if we walk in darkness, we may know we lie; for this could not be if we had fellowship with God. av cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi pns12 vvi; p-acp d vmd xx vbi cs pns12 vhd n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3568 So 1 John 2. 4. He that sa• I know him, and keepeth not his commandements, is a lyar. So 1 John 2. 4. He that sa• I know him, and Keepeth not his Commandments, is a liar. av crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst n1 pns11 vvb pno31, cc vvz xx po31 n2, vbz dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3569 If a man should once think that he knows God with the knowledge of faith and yet keeps not the commandements of God ▪ by this very thing he may know that he is a lyar. If a man should once think that he knows God with the knowledge of faith and yet keeps not the Commandments of God ▪ by this very thing he may know that he is a liar. cs dt n1 vmd a-acp vvi cst pns31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc av vvz xx dt n2 pp-f np1 ▪ p-acp d j n1 pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3570 Hereby shall all men know ye are my disc•ples, if ye love me 〈 ◊ 〉 or saith Christ; Hereby shall all men know you Are my disc•ples, if you love me 〈 ◊ 〉 or Says christ; av vmb d n2 vvb pn22 vbr po11 n2, cs pn22 vvb pno11 〈 sy 〉 cc vvz np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3571 and as it is a sign to others, so it is a sign to a mans own self; and as it is a Signen to Others, so it is a Signen to a men own self; cc c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, av pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3572 Her•by we know that we are passed from death to life, it we loveth Brethren. He sets down one good work in stead of all other: Her•by we know that we Are passed from death to life, it we loves Brothers. He sets down one good work in stead of all other: av pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pn31 pns12 vvz n2. pns31 vvz a-acp crd j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n-jn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3573 if we bring forth the works of new obedience, and if our hearts be purg•d of God i• we bring forth the fruits of holiness, this is a signe we have faith: if we bring forth the works of new Obedience, and if our hearts be purg•d of God i• we bring forth the fruits of holiness, this is a Signen we have faith: cs pns12 vvb av dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc cs po12 n2 vbb vvn pp-f np1 n1 pns12 vvb av dt n2 pp-f n1, d vbz dt n1 pns12 vhb n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3574 for faith makes a man to choose God for his God, and raises a man up to see him to be the chiefest good of all and to see all happiness in him, for faith makes a man to choose God for his God, and raises a man up to see him to be the chiefest good of all and to see all happiness in him, p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz dt n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt js-jn j pp-f d cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3575 and a supply of all the good we need in him, and so it makes a man to love God, and a supply of all the good we need in him, and so it makes a man to love God, cc dt n1 pp-f d dt j pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3576 and by love to doe the works of God. and by love to do the works of God. cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 284 Page 99
3577 Fourthly, Good works are necessary also by necessity of commandement, not onely to be effects and signes of faith, Fourthly, Good works Are necessary also by necessity of Commandment, not only to be effects and Signs of faith, ord, j n2 vbr j av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j pc-acp vbi n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3578 but they are also such things as are commanded of God; but they Are also such things as Are commanded of God; cc-acp pns32 vbr av d n2 c-acp vbr vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3579 God hath commanded good works, that we should walk in all holiness of conversation, to be holy as he is holy, that we should be holy in our carriages and behaviour, Tit. 3. 8. The same God that commands us to believe, commands us to maintain good works, as we may see there; God hath commanded good works, that we should walk in all holiness of Conversation, to be holy as he is holy, that we should be holy in our carriages and behaviour, Tit. 3. 8. The same God that commands us to believe, commands us to maintain good works, as we may see there; np1 vhz vvn j n2, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi j c-acp pns31 vbz j, cst pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp po12 n2 cc n1, np1 crd crd dt d np1 cst vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi j n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3580 we s•e that Ministers are to urge people, and maintaine it against all gainsayers, that there is a necessity of good works, we s•e that Ministers Are to urge people, and maintain it against all gainsayers, that there is a necessity of good works, pns12 vbr d n2 vbr pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d n2, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3581 and that the Lord will have us to go on in them; and that the Lord will have us to go on in them; cc cst dt n1 vmb vhi pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3582 for faith through the Object of it, as it justifies, is the promise of God in Christ for forgiveness of sins; for faith through the Object of it, as it Justifies, is the promise of God in christ for forgiveness of Sins; c-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pn31 vvz, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3583 yet faith in it selfe looks upon the whole word of God, and looks whatsoever it seeth joyned together by that, it joynes together of it self; yet faith in it self looks upon the Whole word of God, and looks whatsoever it sees joined together by that, it joins together of it self; av n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 r-crq pn31 vvz vvn av p-acp d, pn31 vvz av pp-f pn31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3584 as the Promises and Commandements are bound together by an inviolable knot, so faith joynes them together; as the Promises and commandments Are bound together by an inviolable knot, so faith joins them together; c-acp dt vvz cc n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt j n1, av n1 vvz pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3585 it cannot take the promises of God, but it must take the commandements of God also; it cannot take the promises of God, but it must take the Commandments of God also; pn31 vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3586 faith looks upon God, and as it seeth him to be gracious, whereby it comes to have faith to rely upon him, faith looks upon God, and as it sees him to be gracious, whereby it comes to have faith to rely upon him, n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi j, c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vhi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3587 so also it seeth him to be holy, a God that is severe against sin, and hateth unrighteousness; so also it sees him to be holy, a God that is severe against since, and hates unrighteousness; av av pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi j, dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp n1, cc vvz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3588 so that it is necessary that works be together with faith, for the commandement and nature of God require it. so that it is necessary that works be together with faith, for the Commandment and nature of God require it. av cst pn31 vbz j cst n2 vbb av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvb pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 285 Page 99
3589 Fifthly, They are necessary also by necessity of end; Fifthly, They Are necessary also by necessity of end; ord, pns32 vbr j av p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 286 Page 99
3590 for God hath ordained his people to this end, that they should bring forth good works. for God hath ordained his people to this end, that they should bring forth good works. p-acp np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi av j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 286 Page 99
3591 Eph. 2. 10. We are his workmanship created in Christ to good works, which God hath before ordained, that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2. 10. We Are his workmanship created in christ to good works, which God hath before ordained, that we should walk in them. np1 crd crd pns12 vbr po31 n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, r-crq np1 vhz p-acp vvn, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 286 Page 99
3592 We are created in Christ Jesus, not onely that we should be saved, but that we should bring forth good works. We Are created in christ jesus, not only that we should be saved, but that we should bring forth good works. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1 np1, xx j cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vvi av j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 286 Page 99
3593 Now good works are necessary by necessity of end in divers respects. First to this end, To glorifie God in the world; Now good works Are necessary by necessity of end in diverse respects. First to this end, To Glorify God in the world; av j n2 vbr j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2. ord p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 286 Page 99
3594 Let your light so shine before men, &c. Matth. 5. 16. So 1 Pet. 2. 12. the Apostle saith, Having our conversation honest amongst the Gentiles, that whereas they speak against you as evil doers, &c. For when a Christian that professeth he believes in God and Jesus Christ, is plentiful in all manner of good works, this stops the mouth of all gainsayers: Let your Light so shine before men, etc. Matthew 5. 16. So 1 Pet. 2. 12. the Apostle Says, Having our Conversation honest among the Gentiles, that whereas they speak against you as evil doers, etc. For when a Christian that Professes he believes in God and jesus christ, is plentiful in all manner of good works, this stops the Mouth of all gainsayers: vvb po22 n1 av vvi p-acp n2, av np1 crd crd av crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, vhg po12 n1 j p-acp dt n2-j, cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp j-jn n2, av c-acp c-crq dt njp cst vvz pns31 vvz p-acp np1 cc np1 np1, vbz j p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2, d vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 287 Page 100
3595 You know Piety and Religion is hated in the world, the Gospel finds opposition among men. You know Piety and Religion is hated in the world, the Gospel finds opposition among men. pn22 vvb n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 287 Page 100
3596 Now when those that are Professors are loose and licentious in their lives, this opens their mouths against the truth; Now when those that Are Professors Are lose and licentious in their lives, this Opens their mouths against the truth; av c-crq d cst vbr n2 vbr j cc j p-acp po32 n2, d vvz po32 n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 287 Page 100
3597 but when our lives and conversations hold forth Jesus Christ, as we take up the profession of his holy name, but when our lives and conversations hold forth jesus christ, as we take up the profession of his holy name, cc-acp c-crq po12 n2 cc n2 vvb av np1 np1, c-acp pns12 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 287 Page 100
3598 so they are agreeable to his will, they are just, and holy, and righteous, and good; so they Are agreeable to his will, they Are just, and holy, and righteous, and good; av pns32 vbr j p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vbr j, cc j, cc j, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 287 Page 100
3599 this makes men think in their conscience this is of God; this stops their mouths that they cannot rail at the Gospel. this makes men think in their conscience this is of God; this stops their mouths that they cannot rail At the Gospel. d vvz n2 vvi p-acp po32 n1 d vbz pp-f np1; d vvz po32 n2 cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 287 Page 100
3600 Secondly, They are necessary to doe good to others, and convert others, as the Apostle instanceth in women that believe, Secondly, They Are necessary to do good to Others, and convert Others, as the Apostle Instanceth in women that believe, ord, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi j p-acp n2-jn, cc vvi n2-jn, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 cst vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 288 Page 100
3601 if they be zealous of good works, if they be chast, and humble, and meek, and discreet; if they be zealous of good works, if they be chaste, and humble, and meek, and discreet; cs pns32 vbb j pp-f j n2, cs pns32 vbb j, cc j, cc j, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 288 Page 100
3602 by this means they may be instruments to convert their husbands that believe not, 1 Pet. 3. The Lord looks that his people, all that believe in him, should be fruitful in good works, that they may winne and gaine others to the faith. by this means they may be Instruments to convert their Husbands that believe not, 1 Pet. 3. The Lord looks that his people, all that believe in him, should be fruitful in good works, that they may win and gain Others to the faith. p-acp d n2 pns32 vmb vbi n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cst vvb xx, crd np1 crd dt n1 vvz cst po31 n1, d cst vvb p-acp pno31, vmd vbi j p-acp j n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 288 Page 100
3603 Thirdly, Another end is to purifie our selves; for it is vertue that must throw out vice; Thirdly, another end is to purify our selves; for it is virtue that must throw out vice; ord, j-jn n1 vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2; p-acp pn31 vbz n1 cst vmb vvi av n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 289 Page 100
3604 we are all borne by nature filthy and unclean, and full of noysome lusts, and the way to expel these is by the contrary vertues, 1 Pet. 1. 22. Seeing you have purified your soules by obeying the truth. we Are all born by nature filthy and unclean, and full of noisome Lustiest, and the Way to expel these is by the contrary Virtues, 1 Pet. 1. 22. Seeing you have purified your Souls by obeying the truth. pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp n1 j cc j, cc j pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi d vbz p-acp dt j-jn n2, crd np1 crd crd vvg pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 p-acp vvg dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 289 Page 100
3605 Fourthly, Another end is to qualifie us for Heaven; Fourthly, another end is to qualify us for Heaven; ord, j-jn n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3606 we cannot be qualified for the Kingdome of heaven unless we be holy and godly in Christ Jesus, we cannot be qualified for the Kingdom of heaven unless we be holy and godly in christ jesus, pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cs pns12 vbb j cc j p-acp np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3607 except we have our conversations honest as becometh Saints; except we have our conversations honest as Becometh Saints; c-acp pns12 vhb po12 n2 j c-acp vvz n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3608 for though it be faith that entitles a man to the Kingdome of Heaven, and gives a man right to the Kingdome of God; for though it be faith that entitles a man to the Kingdom of Heaven, and gives a man right to the Kingdom of God; c-acp cs pn31 vbb n1 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz dt n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3609 yet holinesse and conformity to the minde of God, and the image of God, is that which doth fit and qualifie a man for to enter into the Kindome of God; yet holiness and conformity to the mind of God, and the image of God, is that which does fit and qualify a man for to enter into the Kingdom of God; av n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz d r-crq vdz vvi cc vvi dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3610 as Christ saith, Except your righteousness exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you can in no wise enter into the Kingdome of Heaven. as christ Says, Except your righteousness exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you can in no wise enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. c-acp np1 vvz, c-acp po22 n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, pn22 vmb p-acp dx n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3611 Though it be true, we are saved by grace, and so good works have no causality, no proper efficiency in our salvation; Though it be true, we Are saved by grace, and so good works have no causality, no proper efficiency in our salvation; cs pn31 vbb j, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc av j n2 vhb dx n1, dx j n1 p-acp po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3612 yet notwithstanding they are a cause sine qua non, without them there can be no salvation; yet notwithstanding they Are a cause sine qua non, without them there can be no salvation; av c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp pno32 pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3613 we cannot enter into Gods Kingdome, except we be humble, and meek, and lowly; we cannot enter into God's Kingdom, except we be humble, and meek, and lowly; pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp ng1 n1, c-acp pns12 vbb j, cc j, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3614 except we fear God, and be according to his minde in all things in some measure, we cannot enter into his Kingdom. except we Fear God, and be according to his mind in all things in Some measure, we cannot enter into his Kingdom. c-acp pns12 vvb np1, cc vbi vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp d n1, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3615 Mat. 5. 8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Mathew 5. 8. Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. np1 crd crd j-vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3616 A man cannot be admitted to the Beatifical Vision of God, except he be pure in heart; A man cannot be admitted to the Beatifical Vision of God, except he be pure in heart; dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vbb j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3617 and he cannot enjoy the Kingdome of grace neither here unless he be pure in heart, Rev. 21. 27. Without holiness a• man shall see the Lord, Heb. 13. It is impossible we should enter into Gods Kingdome by having actual possession of it, and he cannot enjoy the Kingdom of grace neither Here unless he be pure in heart, Rev. 21. 27. Without holiness a• man shall see the Lord, Hebrew 13. It is impossible we should enter into God's Kingdom by having actual possession of it, cc pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dx av cs pns31 vbb j p-acp n1, n1 crd crd p-acp n1 n1 n1 vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd pn31 vbz j pns12 vmd vvi p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp vhg j n1 pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3618 except we be holy and fitted for it, as the Apostle saith, Col. 1. 12. It is impossible that drunkards, except we be holy and fitted for it, as the Apostle Says, Col. 1. 12. It is impossible that drunkards, c-acp pns12 vbb j cc vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz j cst n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3619 and unclean persons should have society with the blessed Trinity, with the eternal God, with the Spirit of holinesse, to dwell with them for evermore; and unclean Persons should have society with the blessed Trinity, with the Eternal God, with the Spirit of holiness, to dwell with them for evermore; cc j n2 vmd vhi n1 p-acp dt j-vvn np1, p-acp dt j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3620 we must be made meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in light. Fifthly, To proportion our Reward; we must be made meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints in Light. Fifthly, To proportion our Reward; pns12 vmb vbi vvn j pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. ord, pc-acp vvi po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 290 Page 100
3621 for though we are saved only by grace, yet God doth proportion our reward, according to the multitude, for though we Are saved only by grace, yet God does proportion our reward, according to the multitude, c-acp cs pns12 vbr vvn av-j p-acp n1, av np1 vdz vvi po12 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 100
3622 and zeal, and fervency of our good works; for Gods Covenant is a remunerating Covenant; and zeal, and fervency of our good works; for God's Covenant is a remunerating Covenant; cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 j n2; c-acp ng1 n1 vbz dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 100
3623 for mercy doth not consist only in the pardoning of a man, but also in the sanctifying of a man, for mercy does not consist only in the pardoning of a man, but also in the sanctifying of a man, p-acp n1 vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc-acp av p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 100
3624 and the inclining of a mans heart to new obedience, that there may be remuneration; and the inclining of a men heart to new Obedience, that there may be remuneration; cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp j n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 100
3625 for though God doth not reward people for their works, yet according to their works he doth. 2 Cor. 9. 6. He that soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly, &c. Though a man be a Believer, for though God does not reward people for their works, yet according to their works he does. 2 Cor. 9. 6. He that Soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly, etc. Though a man be a Believer, c-acp cs np1 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, av vvg p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vdz. crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz av-vvg, vmb vvi av-vvg, av cs dt n1 vbb dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 100
3626 and a godly man, if he be sparing in his godliness, he shall fare accordingly, and if he be abundant in the work of the Lord, he shall reap abundantly; and a godly man, if he be sparing in his godliness, he shall fare accordingly, and if he be abundant in the work of the Lord, he shall reap abundantly; cc dt j n1, cs pns31 vbi vvg p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi av-vvg, cc cs pns31 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 101
3627 for as there are differences and degrees of torments to the wicked, so there be degrees in the Kingdom of God, for as there Are differences and Degrees of torments to the wicked, so there be Degrees in the Kingdom of God, c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j, av pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 101
3628 and in glory, and the Lord doth reward his people according to their works. Lastly, Good works are necessary by necessity of thankfulness; and in glory, and the Lord does reward his people according to their works. Lastly, Good works Are necessary by necessity of thankfulness; cc p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vdz vvi po31 n1 vvg p-acp po32 n2. ord, j n2 vbr j p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 291 Page 101
3629 it is necessary that we having received the forgiveness of our sins, and God being pleased to be our God, it is necessary that we having received the forgiveness of our Sins, and God being pleased to be our God, pn31 vbz j cst pns12 vhg vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc np1 vbg vvn pc-acp vbi po12 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3630 and to deliver us from the wrath to come, and the power of Satan, that we should be thankful for these mercies; and to deliver us from the wrath to come, and the power of Satan, that we should be thankful for these Mercies; cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3631 as David saith, Psal. 118. 19. Let the peace of God rule in your hearts, as David Says, Psalm 118. 19. Let the peace of God Rule in your hearts, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp po22 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3632 and be thankeful, Col. 1. 15. When David had considered what the Lord had done for his soul, saith he, what shall I render unto the Lord for all his benefits? as soon as ever God hath been good to a man to open his eyes, to let him see his damned estate and condition, and be thankful, Col. 1. 15. When David had considered what the Lord had done for his soul, Says he, what shall I render unto the Lord for all his benefits? as soon as ever God hath been good to a man to open his eyes, to let him see his damned estate and condition, cc vbi j, np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vhd vvn r-crq dt n1 vhd vdn p-acp po31 n1, vvz pns31, r-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2? c-acp av c-acp av np1 vhz vbn j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi po31 j-vvn n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3633 and to let him have hope, and comfort, and encouragement in him, concerning deliverance from it, and to let him have hope, and Comfort, and encouragement in him, Concerning deliverance from it, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vhi n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31, vvg n1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3634 and bestowing upon him his heavenly Kingdom and glory, it cannot be but the soul must be thankful; and bestowing upon him his heavenly Kingdom and glory, it cannot be but the soul must be thankful; cc vvg p-acp pno31 po31 j n1 cc n1, pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3635 what shall I do unto the Lord for all his benefits? you know there is nothing that we can do back again for these benefits, what shall I do unto the Lord for all his benefits? you know there is nothing that we can do back again for these benefits, r-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2? pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz pix cst pns12 vmb vdi av av p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3636 except we will praise and glorifie him, by living unto him and not unto our selves; except we will praise and Glorify him, by living unto him and not unto our selves; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pno31, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 cc xx p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3637 therefore when the Psalmist had reckoned up the benefits of God to Israel, Psal. 105. 46. he concludes that they may keep his statutes and observe his Laws. Therefore when the Psalmist had reckoned up the benefits of God to Israel, Psalm 105. 46. he concludes that they may keep his statutes and observe his Laws. av c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmb vvi po31 n2 cc vvi po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 292 Page 101
3638 First, Here we see how horribly the Papists wrong us when they say we do not teach people good works, First, Here we see how horribly the Papists wrong us when they say we do not teach people good works, ord, av pns12 vvb c-crq av-j dt njp2 vvb pno12 c-crq pns32 vvb pns12 vdb xx vvi n1 j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3639 and therefore nickname us, and call us Solifidia•s, whereas we maintain a necessity of them, and as great a necessity of them as they; and Therefore nickname us, and call us Solifidia•s, whereas we maintain a necessity of them, and as great a necessity of them as they; cc av vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 n2, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc p-acp j dt n1 pp-f pno32 c-acp pns32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3640 only we beat down the merit of them, that no man may think to be saved by works; only we beatrice down the merit of them, that no man may think to be saved by works; av-j pns12 vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst dx n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3641 as a reverend Divine Mr. Carter said, we teach people holiness and righteousness, and good works, as a reverend Divine Mr. Carter said, we teach people holiness and righteousness, and good works, c-acp dt j-jn j-jn n1 n1 vvd, pns12 vvb n1 n1 cc n1, cc j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3642 as if there were no way to be saved but by good works; as if there were no Way to be saved but by good works; c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3643 and again, we teach that there must be as much hanging upon the grace of God, and again, we teach that there must be as much hanging upon the grace of God, cc av, pns12 vvb cst a-acp vmb vbi c-acp av-d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3644 as if we could shew no more to be saved then the vilest drunkard or adulterer; as if we could show no more to be saved then the Vilest drunkard or adulterer; c-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi av-dx dc pc-acp vbi vvn av dt js n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3645 all our righteousness is as a menstruous cloth, and it is Gods mercy that any of us have an heart to do good; all our righteousness is as a menstruous cloth, and it is God's mercy that any of us have an heart to do good; d po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc pn31 vbz ng1 n1 cst d pp-f pno12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vdi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3646 you see how the world runs after their hearts lusts, and every man is of this disposition; you see how the world runs After their hearts Lustiest, and every man is of this disposition; pn22 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2 n2, cc d n1 vbz pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3647 and it is Gods grace and mercy to incline any mans heart to walk in that way that tends to his heavenly Kingdom; and it is God's grace and mercy to incline any men heart to walk in that Way that tends to his heavenly Kingdom; cc pn31 vbz ng1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3648 and if God should not be infinitely gracious to pardon us for our best doings, they would rise up in judgement against us; and if God should not be infinitely gracious to pardon us for our best doings, they would rise up in judgement against us; cc cs np1 vmd xx vbi av-j j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 js n2-vdg, pns32 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3649 God might condemn us for all our prayert and performances. God might condemn us for all our prayert and performances. np1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp d po12 n1 cc n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 293 Page 101
3650 Secondly, This teacheth Ministers how to preach to people, to call upon them that they have an operative faith, not only to believe, Secondly, This Teaches Ministers how to preach to people, to call upon them that they have an operative faith, not only to believe, ord, d vvz n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst pns32 vhb dt j-jn n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3651 but to have a faith that may be fruitful, and make their lives n•t to barren in obedience; but to have a faith that may be fruitful, and make their lives n•t to barren in Obedience; cc-acp pc-acp vhi dt n1 cst vmb vbi j, cc vvi po32 n2 vvn p-acp j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3652 and to be abundant in the works of the Lord and to serve him, and fear him, and to be abundant in the works of the Lord and to serve him, and Fear him, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvb pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3653 and glorifie him in the world; and Glorify him in the world; cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3654 as the Apostle having shewed how Christ gave himself for us, to purchase to himself a people zealous of good works, saith he, these things speak, Tit. 2. 14, 15. We must speak these things, as the Apostle having showed how christ gave himself for us, to purchase to himself a people zealous of good works, Says he, these things speak, Tit. 2. 14, 15. We must speak these things, c-acp dt n1 vhg vvn c-crq np1 vvd px31 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dt n1 j pp-f j n2, vvz pns31, d n2 vvi, np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vmb vvi d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3655 and rebuke our hearers with all authority; and rebuke our hearers with all Authority; cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3656 rebuke evil workers, and tell them they turn the grace of Christ into wantonness, they trample the blood of the Covenant under their feet, rebuke evil workers, and tell them they turn the grace of christ into wantonness, they trample the blood of the Covenant under their feet, vvb j-jn n2, cc vvi pno32 pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3657 and kick at the spirit of grace, and misconstrue the meaning of the Covenant of God in Christ, and kick At the Spirit of grace, and misconstrue the meaning of the Covenant of God in christ, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3658 and rend themselves off that they cannot enter into life; for no man without holiness shall see God: and rend themselves off that they cannot enter into life; for no man without holiness shall see God: cc vvi px32 p-acp cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1; p-acp dx n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3659 Ministers should tell people plainly, and affirm constantly, that unless they bring forth good fruit they shall be cast into the fire; Ministers should tell people plainly, and affirm constantly, that unless they bring forth good fruit they shall be cast into the fire; n2 vmd vvi n1 av-j, cc vvb av-j, cst cs pns32 vvb av j n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3660 and that without holiness they cannot have license and dispensation to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; and that without holiness they cannot have license and Dispensation to enter into the Kingdom of Heaven; cc cst p-acp n1 pns32 vmbx vhi n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3661 for God is an holy God, and our faith is an holy faith, and the promises are made to none but those that lead an holy and a godly life; for God is an holy God, and our faith is an holy faith, and the promises Are made to none but those that led an holy and a godly life; p-acp np1 vbz dt j np1, cc po12 n1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp pix cc-acp d cst vvb dt j cc dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3662 we must preach these things, and reprove with all Authority, and let people know that are loose Christians, we must preach these things, and reprove with all authority, and let people know that Are lose Christians, pns12 vmb vvi d n2, cc vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvb n1 vvi cst vbr j np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 101
3663 and Hell-hounds, that if they do not depart from iniquity, they shall see God as a Judge to condemn them for evermore. and Hellhounds, that if they do not depart from iniquity, they shall see God as a Judge to condemn them for evermore. cc n2, cst cs pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 294 Page 102
3664 Thirdly, This confutes all the graceless conceits of men, that think to be saved by Christ, Thirdly, This confutes all the graceless conceits of men, that think to be saved by christ, ord, d vvz d dt j n2 pp-f n2, cst vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3665 and yet walk not after Christ; and yet walk not After christ; cc av vvb xx p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3666 they cast not away from them the works of darkness, nor renounce their wicked •ayes and yet hope to be saved by Christ; they cast not away from them the works of darkness, nor renounce their wicked •ayes and yet hope to be saved by christ; pns32 vvd xx av p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f n1, ccx vvi po32 j n2 cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3667 this is a cursed and blasphemous hope, whereby a man blasphemes God, 1 Joh. 3. 6. whosoever sinne•h, this is a cursed and blasphemous hope, whereby a man blasphemes God, 1 John 3. 6. whosoever sinne•h, d vbz dt j-vvn cc j n1, c-crq dt n1 n2 np1, crd np1 crd crd r-crq n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3668 but 〈 … 〉en him, neither kn•wn him; but 〈 … 〉en him, neither kn•wn him; cc-acp 〈 … vbdp pno31, av-dx vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3669 if a man live in his sins still (that is the meaning of it) and walks not after the spirit ▪ but after the flesh, that man hath not seen him, neither ever known him; if a man live in his Sins still (that is the meaning of it) and walks not After the Spirit ▪ but After the Flesh, that man hath not seen him, neither ever known him; cs dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n2 av (cst vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31) cc vvz xx p-acp dt n1 ▪ cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cst n1 vhz xx vvn pno31, av-dx av vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3670 he doth not know Jesus Christ otherwise then the Divels know him, otherwise then Hell-hounds and reprobates may know him; he does not know jesus christ otherwise then the Devils know him, otherwise then Hellhounds and Reprobates may know him; pns31 vdz xx vvi np1 np1 av av dt n2 vvb pno31, av av n2 cc n2-jn vmb vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3671 for the second Covenant is as holy as the first, and rather more holy, and before God hath done, it shall bring a man to a nearer communion with God, and a nearer likeness; for the second Covenant is as holy as the First, and rather more holy, and before God hath done, it shall bring a man to a nearer communion with God, and a nearer likeness; p-acp dt ord n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt ord, cc av-c av-dc j, cc p-acp np1 vhz vdn, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp np1, cc dt jc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3672 it will raise the powers and faculties of the soul, so as I believe A•am in innocency never attained unto so much participation of God, it will raise the Powers and faculties of the soul, so as I believe A•am in innocency never attained unto so much participation of God, pn31 vmb vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pns11 vvb j p-acp n1 av-x vvn p-acp av d n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3673 as God by degrees will bring a man unto by the Covenant of grace; as God by Degrees will bring a man unto by the Covenant of grace; c-acp np1 p-acp n2 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3674 therefore no man can look to •e saved by Christ except he mean to be ruled by Christ, Therefore no man can look to •e saved by christ except he mean to be ruled by christ, av dx n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3675 and to have him for his Lord and Master, and to obey him in all things; and to have him for his Lord and Master, and to obey him in all things; cc pc-acp vhi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3676 if a man should lie sick in his bed of a burning feaver, and should say he were well, would you believe him ▪ so if we see a man that is burning in lust, wallowing in sinful courses, that hath a carnal and a worldly heart, unmortified and unsubdued to God, if a man should lie sick in his Bed of a burning fever, and should say he were well, would you believe him ▪ so if we see a man that is burning in lust, wallowing in sinful courses, that hath a carnal and a worldly heart, unmortified and unsubdued to God, cs dt n1 vmd vvi j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, cc vmd vvi pns31 vbdr av, vmd pn22 vvi pno31 ▪ av cs pns12 vvb dt n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp n1, vvg p-acp j n2, cst vhz dt j cc dt j n1, vvn cc j-vvn-u p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3677 if he should say that he were in Christ, and hoped to be saved by him, believe him not; if he should say that he were in christ, and hoped to be saved by him, believe him not; cs pns31 vmd vvi cst pns31 vbdr p-acp np1, cc vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3678 all the world cannot save this man; all the world cannot save this man; d dt n1 vmbx vvi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3679 for the Lord Jesus Christ hath this very name Jesus, not only because he shall save his people from hell, for the Lord jesus christ hath this very name jesus, not only Because he shall save his people from hell, p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 vhz d j n1 np1, xx av-j c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3680 but also from their sins, and make them fruitful in all the works of God. but also from their Sins, and make them fruitful in all the works of God. cc-acp av p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 295 Page 102
3681 Fourthly, To exhort that we would consider of this, the Gospel doth call for works as well and as strongly, Fourthly, To exhort that we would Consider of this, the Gospel does call for works as well and as strongly, ord, pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vmd vvi pp-f d, dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp n2 c-acp av cc a-acp av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 296 Page 102
3682 yea, and more strongly then the Law, and there be necessary uses of holiness and obedience and all manner of pious works under the Gospel; yea, and more strongly then the Law, and there be necessary uses of holiness and Obedience and all manner of pious works under the Gospel; uh, cc av-dc av-j cs dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc d n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 296 Page 102
3683 as the Apostle saith, Tit. 3. 4. let us maintain good works for necessary uses, &c. We are barren trees; as the Apostle Says, Tit. 3. 4. let us maintain good works for necessary uses, etc. We Are barren trees; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb pno12 vvi j n2 p-acp j n2, av pns12 vbr j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 296 Page 102
3684 whatsoever we are, we are barren and dead Christians, and have no life of God in us, whatsoever we Are, we Are barren and dead Christians, and have no life of God in us, r-crq pns12 vbr, pns12 vbr j cc j np1, cc vhb dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 296 Page 102
3685 if we bring not forth good works; for good works are necessary for many uses. First, They are for signs, to shew us what estate and condition we are in; if we bring not forth good works; for good works Are necessary for many uses. First, They Are for Signs, to show us what estate and condition we Are in; cs pns12 vvb xx av j n2; p-acp j n2 vbr j p-acp d n2. ord, pns32 vbr p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq n1 cc n1 pns12 vbr p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 296 Page 102
3686 we may know what estate and condition we are in by our carriage and conversation; we may know what estate and condition we Are in by our carriage and Conversation; pns12 vmb vvi r-crq n1 cc n1 pns12 vbr p-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 297 Page 102
3687 whither it be earthly or heavenly, holy or prophane, so is our condition either happy or damned. whither it be earthly or heavenly, holy or profane, so is our condition either happy or damned. c-crq pn31 vbb j cc j, j cc j, av vbz po12 n1 d j cc j-vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 297 Page 102
3688 First, They are signs of a mans election, 2 Tim. 1. 20. this is a sign and a badge, First, They Are Signs of a men election, 2 Tim. 1. 20. this is a Signen and a badge, ord, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, crd np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 cc dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3689 and a token whereby we may know that we are vessels of honour, if we be sanctified and made meet for our masters use, and a token whereby we may know that we Are vessels of honour, if we be sanctified and made meet for our Masters use, cc dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cst pns12 vbr n2 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vbb vvn cc vvd j p-acp po12 n2 vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3690 and furnished and prepared for every good work; and furnished and prepared for every good work; cc vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3691 if we do not deny all ungodly lusts, and live righteously and soberly in this present world, we have rather badges and tokens of reprobation then election; if we do not deny all ungodly Lustiest, and live righteously and soberly in this present world, we have rather badges and tokens of reprobation then election; cs pns12 vdb xx vvi d j n2, cc vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp d j n1, pns12 vhb av n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cs n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3692 we cannot say that God hath appointed us to attain salvation by Jesus Christ, but have rather marks of hell and destruction upon us; we cannot say that God hath appointed us to attain salvation by jesus christ, but have rather marks of hell and destruction upon us; pns12 vmbx vvi cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 np1, cc-acp vhb av n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3693 and what is the reason that men that profess Christ, do so much question their election? no wonder when we are so scanty in our holiness and obedience to God, and what is the reason that men that profess christ, do so much question their election? no wonder when we Are so scanty in our holiness and Obedience to God, cc q-crq vbz dt n1 cst n2 cst vvb np1, vdb av av-d vvi po32 n1? dx n1 c-crq pns12 vbr av j p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3694 and so backward to do good; and so backward to do good; cc av av-j pc-acp vdi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3695 there is no nickling of Gods everlasting favour breaking out, whereas if we were plentiful in good works, it would break forth as the Sun out of a cloud. there is no nickling of God's everlasting favour breaking out, whereas if we were plentiful in good works, it would break forth as the Sun out of a cloud. pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f npg1 j n1 vvg av, cs cs pns12 vbdr j p-acp j n2, pn31 vmd vvi av p-acp dt n1 av pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 298 Page 102
3696 Secondly, They are signs of effectual calling, Jude 1. if a man be called of God, he is sanctified also and kept in an holy course; Secondly, They Are Signs of effectual calling, U^de 1. if a man be called of God, he is sanctified also and kept in an holy course; ord, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f j n-vvg, np1 crd cs dt n1 vbi vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vbz vvn av cc vvn p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 299 Page 102
3697 preserved in Christ. 2 Pet. 1. 3. you are an holy Nation, a peculiar people, to shew forth the vertues of him that hath called you, 1 Pet. 2. 9. so that we may be sure that we yet abide in darkness, preserved in christ. 2 Pet. 1. 3. you Are an holy nation, a peculiar people, to show forth the Virtues of him that hath called you, 1 Pet. 2. 9. so that we may be sure that we yet abide in darkness, vvn p-acp np1. crd np1 crd crd pn22 vbr dt j n1, dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pn22, vvn np1 crd crd av cst pns12 vmb vbi j cst pns12 av vvi p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 299 Page 103
3698 and are under the power of sin and Satan; and Are under the power of since and Satan; cc vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 299 Page 103
3699 if we have not given over our sinful courses, and conformed our selves to the Gospel of God, we were never called according to Gods purpose, if we have not given over our sinful courses, and conformed our selves to the Gospel of God, we were never called according to God's purpose, cs pns12 vhb xx vvn p-acp po12 j n2, cc vvn po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbdr av-x vvn vvg p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 299 Page 103
3700 but lie under the wrath of Heaven to this day; it is holiness and righteousness that is a sign of our effectuall calling. but lie under the wrath of Heaven to this day; it is holiness and righteousness that is a Signen of our effectual calling. cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1; pn31 vbz n1 cc n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 299 Page 103
3701 Thirdly, They are signs of justification also; Thirdly, They Are Signs of justification also; ord, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 300 Page 103
3702 as the Apostle sheweth, but you are washed, &c. 1 Cor. 6. 11. you see if we be justified, we are also sanctified; as the Apostle shows, but you Are washed, etc. 1 Cor. 6. 11. you see if we be justified, we Are also sanctified; c-acp dt n1 vvz, p-acp pn22 vbr vvn, av crd np1 crd crd pn22 vvb cs pns12 vbb vvn, pns12 vbr av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 300 Page 103
3703 so 1 Joh. 1. 7. if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, &c. We have not one drop of the blood of Christ sprinkled upon our souls by Gods eternal spirit through faith, so 1 John 1. 7. if we walk in the Light, as he is in the Light, etc. We have not one drop of the blood of christ sprinkled upon our Souls by God's Eternal Spirit through faith, av crd np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, av pns12 vhb xx crd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp po12 n2 p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 300 Page 103
3704 unless we walk in the light, and bring forth the works of the light. unless we walk in the Light, and bring forth the works of the Light. cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 300 Page 103
3705 Fourthly, They are signs of adoption, John 8. 39. If you were Abrahams children, you would bring forth the works of Abraham; Fourthly, They Are Signs of adoption, John 8. 39. If you were Abrahams children, you would bring forth the works of Abraham; ord, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cs pn22 vbdr npg1 n2, pn22 vmd vvi av dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3706 so if we were Gods children, we would do the works of God, the will of God: so if we were God's children, we would do the works of God, the will of God: av cs pns12 vbdr ng1 n2, pns12 vmd vdi dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3707 The Apostle having spoken of the adoption of Saints, behold what love the Father hath shewed to us, &c. presently he tells us that holiness and righteousness follows from hence; The Apostle having spoken of the adoption of Saints, behold what love the Father hath showed to us, etc. presently he tells us that holiness and righteousness follows from hence; dt n1 vhg vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb r-crq n1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, av av-j pns31 vvz pno12 d n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3708 he that hath this hope purifieth himself, as he is pure. he that hath this hope Purifieth himself, as he is pure. pns31 cst vhz d n1 vvz px31, c-acp pns31 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3709 So Rom. 8. 14. As many are led by the spirit of God, are the sons of God; So Rom. 8. 14. As many Are led by the Spirit of God, Are the Sons of God; av np1 crd crd p-acp d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3710 this is an infallible sign, if we be the sons of God, we are led by the spirit of God; this is an infallible Signen, if we be the Sons of God, we Are led by the Spirit of God; d vbz dt j n1, cs pns12 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3711 so that we have no mark that we are the children of God, but rather of the Divel, so that we have no mark that we Are the children of God, but rather of the devil, av cst pns12 vhb dx n1 cst pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp av-c pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3712 unlesse we walk in purenesse of conversation from day to day. unless we walk in pureness of Conversation from day to day. cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 301 Page 103
3713 Fifthly, They are the marks of our love to God, as Christ saith, if you love me, keep my commundements, John ▪ 14. 15. we love not God except we keep his commandments; Fifthly, They Are the marks of our love to God, as christ Says, if you love me, keep my commundements, John ▪ 14. 15. we love not God except we keep his Commandments; ord, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vvz, cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvb po11 n2, np1 ▪ crd crd pns12 vvb xx np1 c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 302 Page 103
3714 as ever you would be able to say in truth you love me, keep my commandments; as ever you would be able to say in truth you love me, keep my Commandments; c-acp av pn22 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pn22 vvb pno11, vvb po11 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 302 Page 103
3715 look that you yield not to the corruptions of the world, look that you renounce the Divel and all his works; look that you yield not to the corruptions of the world, look that you renounce the devil and all his works; vvb cst pn22 vvb xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb cst pn22 vvb dt n1 cc d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 302 Page 103
3716 I will conclude you love me not at all, if you keep not my commandments; and he that loves not Christ, let him be Anathema Maranatha, saith the Apostle. I will conclude you love me not At all, if you keep not my Commandments; and he that loves not christ, let him be Anathema Maranatha, Says the Apostle. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 vvb pno11 xx p-acp d, cs pn22 vvb xx po11 n2; cc pns31 cst vvz xx np1, vvb pno31 vbi n1 np1, vvz dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 302 Page 103
3717 Secondly, Consider this, that the reason why we cannot pray better is because we are no more abundant in good works; Secondly, Consider this, that the reason why we cannot pray better is Because we Are no more abundant in good works; ord, vvb d, cst dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi jc vbz c-acp pns12 vbr av-dx av-dc j p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3718 not only because we want faith, but because we want good works; not only Because we want faith, but Because we want good works; xx av-j c-acp pns12 vvb n1, cc-acp c-acp pns12 vvb j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3719 for certainly this is a great help to prayer, a great support to the soul, a great encouragement to go to the Throne of grace, for Certainly this is a great help to prayer, a great support to the soul, a great encouragement to go to the Throne of grace, c-acp av-j d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3720 and a great sign that God means to hear a man when God hath given him an heart to fear him, and a great Signen that God means to hear a man when God hath given him an heart to Fear him, cc dt j n1 cst np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3721 and love him, and make conscience of his wayes; as the Apostle saith, 1 John 3. 22. Whatsoever we aske we receive of him, and love him, and make conscience of his ways; as the Apostle Says, 1 John 3. 22. Whatsoever we ask we receive of him, cc vvb pno31, cc vvi n1 pp-f po31 n2; c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd r-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvb pp-f pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3722 because we keep his commandments, and do the things pleasing in his sight: Because we keep his Commandments, and do the things pleasing in his sighed: c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n2, cc vdb dt n2 vvg p-acp po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3723 As who should say, when we go to God, and intreat him to be merciful to us, As who should say, when we go to God, and entreat him to be merciful to us, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3724 and intreat such and such favours that we stand in need of; we know that we shall receive them, because we keep his commandments. and entreat such and such favours that we stand in need of; we know that we shall receive them, Because we keep his Commandments. cc vvi d cc d n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f; pns12 vvb cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32, c-acp pns12 vvb po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3725 These are admirable supports to hold up the hands to the Throne of grace, and to make us importunate in prayer, These Are admirable supports to hold up the hands to the Throne of grace, and to make us importunate in prayer, d vbr j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 j p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3726 and confident, because we know God hath poured forth his gracious good will and pleasure into our hearts, and confident, Because we know God hath poured forth his gracious good will and pleasure into our hearts, cc j, c-acp pns12 vvb np1 vhz vvn av po31 j j n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3727 and hath given us a mark he loves us, and beares us good will indeed. Why can we pray no better, our hands are weake and our knees feeble; and hath given us a mark he loves us, and bears us good will indeed. Why can we pray no better, our hands Are weak and our knees feeble; cc vhz vvn pno12 dt n1 pns31 vvz pno12, cc vvz pno12 j n1 av. q-crq vmb pns12 vvb av-dx av-jc, po12 n2 vbr j cc po12 n2 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3728 there is no power in our supplications to the Almighty, the spirit of grace is departed from us; there is no power in our supplications to the Almighty, the Spirit of grace is departed from us; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j-jn, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3729 why the spirit of holiness is gone; why the Spirit of holiness is gone; q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3730 there is the reason of it, when people are loose and do not mortifie their lusts, there is the reason of it, when people Are lose and do not mortify their Lustiest, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq n1 vbr j cc vdb xx vvi po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3731 when they are not abundant in following God, in fearing God, and serving God, and obeying the commandments of God, they cannot have confidence at the Throne of grace. when they Are not abundant in following God, in fearing God, and serving God, and obeying the Commandments of God, they cannot have confidence At the Throne of grace. c-crq pns32 vbr xx j p-acp vvg np1, p-acp vvg np1, cc vvg np1, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vmbx vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 303 Page 103
3732 Thirdly, Consider this would be a great chearing and rejoycing in the evil day; Thirdly, Consider this would be a great cheering and rejoicing in the evil day; ord, vvb d vmd vbi dt j vvg cc vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 103
3733 whatsoever afflictions come upon us in this world, if we can carry letters testimonial in our own conscience, that we do serve God with a pure conscience in this world; whatsoever afflictions come upon us in this world, if we can carry letters testimonial in our own conscience, that we do serve God with a pure conscience in this world; r-crq n2 vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, cs pns12 vmb vvi n2 j p-acp po12 d n1, cst pns12 vdb vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3734 as Paul saith, 2 Cor. 1. 12. God knows what evil may befal us before we are a little older, what temptations may await us, what distresses and calamities may fall upon us; as Paul Says, 2 Cor. 1. 12. God knows what evil may befall us before we Are a little older, what temptations may await us, what Distresses and calamities may fallen upon us; c-acp np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvz r-crq j-jn vmb vvi pno12 c-acp pns12 vbr dt av-j jc, q-crq n2 vmb vvi pno12, r-crq n2 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3735 happy are we if we have the testimony of a good conscience, that we walk in the wayes of God, happy Are we if we have the testimony of a good conscience, that we walk in the ways of God, j vbr pns12 cs pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3736 and fear him, and love those things that are beloved of God; if we love his children, his Ordinances, his glory, and are tender of it; and Fear him, and love those things that Are Beloved of God; if we love his children, his Ordinances, his glory, and Are tender of it; cc vvb pno31, cc vvb d n2 cst vbr vvn pp-f np1; cs pns12 vvb po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 n1, cc vbr j pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3737 a good conscience tender of the commandments of God and his wa•es, is the best comfort a man can have in the world, setting aside his faith in God; a good conscience tender of the Commandments of God and his wa•es, is the best Comfort a man can have in the world, setting aside his faith in God; dt j n1 j pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, vbz dt js n1 dt n1 vmb vhi p-acp dt n1, vvg av po31 n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3738 and this is an evidence of his faith too; and this is an evidence of his faith too; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3739 how can we tell what may be? may be the best of us may come to Davids pass; how can we tell what may be? may be the best of us may come to Davids pass; q-crq vmb pns12 vvi r-crq vmb vbi? vmb vbi dt js pp-f pno12 vmb vvi p-acp npg1 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3740 you know ho• he was put to it once in the time of his misery and affliction he was fain to look if he could see an honest life and conversation, whither he had pleased God: you know ho• he was put to it once in the time of his misery and affliction he was fain to look if he could see an honest life and Conversation, whither he had pleased God: pn22 vvb n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pns31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3741 saith he, I communed with my spirit, and made diligent search, P•al. Says he, I communed with my Spirit, and made diligent search, P•al. vvz pns31, pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1, cc vvd j n1, n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3742 77. 6. How have I pleased God, and followed God? what manner of •e have I led? he ransacked all his life and conversation, 77. 6. How have I pleased God, and followed God? what manner of •e have I led? he ransacked all his life and Conversation, crd crd q-crq vhb pns11 vvn np1, cc vvd np1? q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vhb pns11 vvn? pns31 vvd d po31 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3743 and would be glad to see he had done the things pleasing to God; i• would be more comfort th•n if all the Angels in heaven had spoken comfort; and would be glad to see he had done the things pleasing to God; i• would be more Comfort th•n if all the Angels in heaven had spoken Comfort; cc vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pns31 vhd vdn dt n2 vvg p-acp np1; n1 vmd vbi av-dc n1 av cs d dt n2 p-acp n1 vhd vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3744 so temptations or af••ictions may be upon us, that we would be glad to see signs and tokens of Gods favour in sanctifying our hearts, so temptations or af••ictions may be upon us, that we would be glad to see Signs and tokens of God's favour in sanctifying our hearts, av n2 cc n2 vmb vbi p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp vvg po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3745 and making us to be obedient to his will, and tremble at his word; and making us to be obedient to his will, and tremble At his word; cc vvg pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3746 and if we cannot see these things, woe unto us, 1 Tim 6. 19. charge them that be rich in the world, that they be not high ▪ minded, &c. So we do not know what times may come, we had need l•y a good foundation for comfort against the time to come, and if we cannot see these things, woe unto us, 1 Tim 6. 19. charge them that be rich in the world, that they be not high ▪ minded, etc. So we do not know what times may come, we had need l•y a good Foundation for Comfort against the time to come, cc cs pns12 vmbx vvi d n2, n1 p-acp pno12, crd np1 crd crd n1 pno32 cst vbb j p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vbb xx j ▪ vvn, av av pns12 vdb xx vvi r-crq n2 vmb vvi, pns12 vhd n1 av-j dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3747 and charge rich men that they be rich in good works; and charge rich men that they be rich in good works; cc vvb j n2 cst pns32 vbb j p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3748 charge all Christians, all that desire to had ▪ in the evil day, to be rich in good works, charge all Christians, all that desire to had ▪ in the evil day, to be rich in good works, vvb d np1, d cst vvb p-acp vhd ▪ p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3749 and abound in them, and lay up in store a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold of eternal life. and abound in them, and lay up in store a good Foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold of Eternal life. cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 pp-f j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 304 Page 104
3750 Lastly, Consider that your want of obedience and good works is the cause of all Gods temporal judgements, Lastly, Consider that your want of Obedience and good works is the cause of all God's temporal Judgments, ord, vvb d po22 n1 pp-f n1 cc j n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2 j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 305 Page 104
3751 why God doth stop the bottles of Heaven, and turns the Earth into dust, and parcheth our Corn; why God does stop the bottles of Heaven, and turns the Earth into dust, and parcheth our Corn; c-crq np1 vdz vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 305 Page 104
3752 we see God hath begun the plague among us in the principal place of the Kingdom; we see God hath begun the plague among us in the principal place of the Kingdom; pns12 vvb np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 305 Page 104
3753 wherefore is all this? see what the Prophet saith, Jer. 3. 3. therefore have the showers been withholder, because you have been wicked; Wherefore is all this? see what the Prophet Says, Jer. 3. 3. Therefore have the showers been withholder, Because you have been wicked; q-crq vbz d d? vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd av vhb dt n2 vbn n1, c-acp pn22 vhb vbn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 305 Page 104
3754 thou hast an whores forehead, and refusest to be ashamed; thou hast an whores forehead, and refusest to be ashamed; pns21 vh2 dt ng1 n1, cc vv2 pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 305 Page 104
3755 thy carelesseness and barrenness under the means of grace, thy impenitency and hardness of heart, these have caused the showers to be withholden, thy carelessness and Barrenness under the means of grace, thy impenitency and hardness of heart, these have caused the showers to be withholden, po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, po21 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, d vhb vvn dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 305 Page 104
3756 and have made God to deny the former and latter rain. and have made God to deny the former and latter rain. cc vhb vvn np1 pc-acp vvi dt j cc d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 305 Page 104
3757 The second point is this, As the Covenant of grace requires works, so it requires perfect works he tells the Church of Sardis that he looks for works, The second point is this, As the Covenant of grace requires works, so it requires perfect works he tells the Church of Sardis that he looks for works, dt ord n1 vbz d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n2, av pn31 vvz j n2 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 306 Page 104
3758 and perfect works, but c•nnot find them; so that the second Covenant requires perfect works. and perfect works, but c•nnot find them; so that the second Covenant requires perfect works. cc j n2, cc-acp vmbx vvi pno32; av cst dt ord n1 vvz j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 306 Page 104
3759 But you will say, how can that he? Paul himself that was as forward a man, But you will say, how can that he? Paul himself that was as forward a man, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vmb cst pns31? np1 px31 cst vbds c-acp av-j dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 307 Page 104
3760 and had as perfect works as any man, yet he confesseth he was not perfect, Phil. 3. 12. so likewise here we know but in part, 1 Cor. 13. 10. perfection is not yet come; and had as perfect works as any man, yet he Confesses he was not perfect, Philip 3. 12. so likewise Here we know but in part, 1 Cor. 13. 10. perfection is not yet come; cc vhd a-acp j n2 p-acp d n1, av pns31 vvz pns31 vbds xx j, np1 crd crd av av av pns12 vvb cc-acp p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd n1 vbz xx av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 307 Page 104
3761 in the world to come it may come. Heb 12. there we read of the spirits of just and perfect men; in the world to come it may come. Hebrew 12. there we read of the spirits of just and perfect men; p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vmb vvi. n1 crd a-acp pns12 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 307 Page 104
3762 then men are made perfect, but they are not perfect in this life. I answer, 'tis true, therefore there is a double perfection. then men Are made perfect, but they Are not perfect in this life. I answer, it's true, Therefore there is a double perfection. av n2 vbr vvn j, cc-acp pns32 vbr xx j p-acp d n1. pns11 vvb, pn31|vbz j, av pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 307 Page 104
3763 First, A perfection of degrees, to be perfectly perfect, and so no man can be perfect by any perfection inherent ▪ indeed the Covenant of works requires this perfection, First, A perfection of Degrees, to be perfectly perfect, and so no man can be perfect by any perfection inherent ▪ indeed the Covenant of works requires this perfection, ord, dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbi av-j j, cc av dx n1 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1 j ▪ av dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 308 Page 104
3764 but the Covenant of grace doth not; but the Covenant of grace does not; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 308 Page 104
3765 indeed when we come to glory, there shall be this perfection, but not in this life; indeed when we come to glory, there shall be this perfection, but not in this life; av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pc-acp vmb vbi d n1, cc-acp xx p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 308 Page 104
3766 in this life the Lord only subdues our sins, but casts them not into the bottom of the Sea til the life to come; in this life the Lord only subdues our Sins, but Cast them not into the bottom of the Sea till the life to come; p-acp d n1 dt n1 av-j vvz po12 n2, cc-acp vvz pno32 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 308 Page 104
3767 therefore this perfection cannot be looked for upon earth. Therefore this perfection cannot be looked for upon earth. av d n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 308 Page 104
3768 Therefore secondly, There is another perfection, and that is a perfection by way of sincerity and uprightnesse. Therefore secondly, There is Another perfection, and that is a perfection by Way of sincerity and uprightness. av ord, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1, cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 309 Page 105
3769 Job 1. 1. Job was a perfect and upright man. Now this perfection differs from the other five wayes; Job 1. 1. Job was a perfect and upright man. Now this perfection differs from the other five ways; np1 crd crd np1 vbds dt j cc j n1. av d n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 309 Page 105
3770 the perfection God requires in the Gospel from that in the Law. First, The Law stands upon performances, as well as the will and desire: the perfection God requires in the Gospel from that in the Law. First, The Law Stands upon performances, as well as the will and desire: dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp cst p-acp dt n1. ord, dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 cc n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 309 Page 105
3771 and a man is not perfect unlesse he perform all as well as desire to doe it; and a man is not perfect unless he perform all as well as desire to do it; cc dt n1 vbz xx j cs pns31 vvb d c-acp av c-acp n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3772 But now the perfection of the Gospel is without these performances, indeed that man labours for as many performances as he can, But now the perfection of the Gospel is without these performances, indeed that man labours for as many performances as he can, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp d n2, av d n1 vvz p-acp c-acp d n2 c-acp pns31 vmb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3773 but it may be onely by desires, Rom. 7. 18. Paul was perfect by Evangelical Perfection, he was upright before God, but it may be only by Desires, Rom. 7. 18. Paul was perfect by Evangelical Perfection, he was upright before God, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp n2, np1 crd crd np1 vbds j p-acp np1 n1, pns31 vbds av-j p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3774 yet he could not reach performances; no, he had a will to be good he did unfeignedly desire to be godly, yet he could not reach performances; no, he had a will to be good he did unfeignedly desire to be godly, av pns31 vmd xx vvi n2; uh-dx, pns31 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vbi j pns31 vdd av-j vvi pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3775 and serve God in every thing unfeignedly, endeavouring after godly courses, yet could not attain to that which he did desire. and serve God in every thing unfeignedly, endeavouring After godly courses, yet could not attain to that which he did desire. cc vvi np1 p-acp d n1 av-j, vvg p-acp j n2, av vmd xx vvi p-acp d r-crq pns31 vdd vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3776 So it was with Nehemiah, and all the good people of God, Nehem. 1. 11. O Lord, I beseech thee lot thine ear be atten•ive t• the prayers of thy servants who desire to fear thy name. So it was with Nehemiah, and all the good people of God, Nehemiah 1. 11. O Lord, I beseech thee lot thine ear be atten•ive t• the Prayers of thy Servants who desire to Fear thy name. av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, cc d dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd sy n1, pns11 vvb pno21 n1 po21 n1 vbi j n1 dt n2 pp-f po21 n2 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi po21 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3777 He could hardly say that he did perform it, but he did desire it; He could hardly say that he did perform it, but he did desire it; pns31 vmd av vvi cst pns31 vdd vvi pn31, cc-acp pns31 vdd vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3778 he could hardly say he did love, and obey God, and doe his will, but this he would say, he did desire to doe it, and unfeignedly desire it; he could hardly say he did love, and obey God, and do his will, but this he would say, he did desire to do it, and unfeignedly desire it; pns31 vmd av vvi pns31 vdd vvi, cc vvi np1, cc vdb po31 n1, cc-acp d pns31 vmd vvi, pns31 vdd vvi pc-acp vdi pn31, cc av-j vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3779 as Solomon saith, Prov. 21. 21. He that followeth after righteousnesse and mercy, findeth life. as Solomon Says, Curae 21. 21. He that follows After righteousness and mercy, finds life. c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, vvz n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3780 He doth not say, he that reacheth in he cannot reach it may be, but he that followeth after it shall have life: He does not say, he that reaches in he cannot reach it may be, but he that follows After it shall have life: pns31 vdz xx vvi, pns31 cst vvz p-acp pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 vmb vbi, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp pn31 vmb vhi n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3781 it is a sign that he hath the life of justification, and that he shall have the life of glory. it is a Signen that he hath the life of justification, and that he shall have the life of glory. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cst pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 310 Page 105
3782 Secondly, The perfection of the Law it stands upon quantities as well as upon qualities & truth; Secondly, The perfection of the Law it Stands upon quantities as well as upon qualities & truth; ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp n2 c-acp av c-acp p-acp n2 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3783 it is not satisfied though a man be never so truly holy and religious, unless man hath quantities, and is so much holy: it is not satisfied though a man be never so truly holy and religious, unless man hath quantities, and is so much holy: pn31 vbz xx vvn cs dt n1 vbi av-x av av-j j cc j, cs n1 vhz n2, cc vbz av av-d j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3784 But now the perfection of the Gospel, indeed it will have as much quantity as a man can, But now the perfection of the Gospel, indeed it will have as much quantity as a man can, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pn31 vmb vhi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3785 but yet it will stand with truth; though a man hath not that quantity of humiliation and self-denial, and power against sin, but yet it will stand with truth; though a man hath not that quantity of humiliation and self-denial, and power against since, cc-acp av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1; cs dt n1 vhz xx d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3786 yet if he have it in truth, he is Evangelically perfect in some measure, he is sincere and upright before God; yet if he have it in truth, he is Evangelically perfect in Some measure, he is sincere and upright before God; av cs pns31 vhi pn31 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz j cc j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3787 as Solomon saith of his Father, 1 Kings 13. 6. M. Father had great mercy according as he walked before thee in truth. as Solomon Says of his Father, 1 Kings 13. 6. M. Father had great mercy according as he walked before thee in truth. c-acp np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, crd n2 crd crd n1 n1 vhd j n1 vvg c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno21 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3788 He doth not say he walked before thee in legal perfection, he was perfectly righteous; He does not say he walked before thee in Legal perfection, he was perfectly righteous; pns31 vdz xx vvi pns31 vvd p-acp pno21 p-acp j n1, pns31 vbds av-j j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3789 but he was truly righteous, he was humble in truth, and godly in truth, and zealous in truth; but he was truly righteous, he was humble in truth, and godly in truth, and zealous in truth; cc-acp pns31 vbds av-j j, pns31 vbds j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3790 he had none of all these things to the utmost, yet he walked before thee in truth. he had none of all these things to the utmost, yet he walked before thee in truth. pns31 vhd pix pp-f d d n2 p-acp dt j, av pns31 vvd p-acp pno21 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3791 So Josh. 24. 14. Fear the Lord, and serve him in sincerity and truth. He doth not say, serve him as if you should doe every thing he commands; So Josh. 24. 14. fear the Lord, and serve him in sincerity and truth. He does not say, serve him as if you should do every thing he commands; np1 np1 crd crd n1 dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1. pns31 vdz xx vvi, vvb pno31 c-acp cs pn22 vmd vdi d n1 pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3792 but doe it in truth and sincerity, Now sincerity is, when there is no commandement but a man sets himselfe to doe it; but do it in truth and sincerity, Now sincerity is, when there is no Commandment but a man sets himself to do it; cc-acp vdb pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, av n1 vbz, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz px31 pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3793 there is no sin but he labours to avoid it, and there is no right manner, there is no since but he labours to avoid it, and there is no right manner, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3794 but he sets himself to doe it in the right manner to his power; this is the perfection of the Gospel. but he sets himself to do it in the right manner to his power; this is the perfection of the Gospel. cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 311 Page 105
3795 Thirdly, The perfection of the Law stands upon full measure; whether a man have power or no, that is nothing to the purpose; Thirdly, The perfection of the Law Stands upon full measure; whither a man have power or no, that is nothing to the purpose; ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1; cs dt n1 vhb n1 cc uh-dx, cst vbz pix p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3796 the law will have all holiness and righteousness, whether a man hath power or no: the law will have all holiness and righteousness, whither a man hath power or no: dt n1 vmb vhi d n1 cc n1, cs dt n1 vhz n1 cc dx: (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3797 But now the perfection of the Gospel by way of sincerity, it looks at what measure God hath given and bestowed, But now the perfection of the Gospel by Way of sincerity, it looks At what measure God hath given and bestowed, cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3798 and no more but what God hath given and enabled a man to doe; and no more but what God hath given and enabled a man to do; cc dx dc cc-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvn dt n1 pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3799 as you may see the Lord doth not require the gain of ten talents, when he gave but five, as you may see the Lord does not require the gain of ten Talents, when he gave but five, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f crd n2, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp crd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3800 nor the gain of five when he gave but two; nor the gain of five when he gave but two; ccx dt n1 pp-f crd c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp crd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3801 the widows two mites were accepted, and taken for a good and sincere gift, because she gave all that she had, Luke 21. 4. as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 8. 12. If there be first a willing minde, it is accepted according to that a man hath, the Widows two mites were accepted, and taken for a good and sincere gift, Because she gave all that she had, Lycia 21. 4. as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 8. 12. If there be First a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath, dt n2 crd n2 vbdr vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1, c-acp pns31 vvd d cst pns31 vhd, av crd crd p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd cs pc-acp vbi ord dt j n1, pn31 vbz vvn vvg p-acp d dt n1 vhz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3802 and not according to that a man hath not. and not according to that a man hath not. cc xx vvg p-acp d dt n1 vhz xx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3803 The law will have perfection whether a man hath power or no, or else it will damn a man; The law will have perfection whither a man hath power or no, or Else it will damn a man; dt n1 vmb vhi n1 cs dt n1 vhz n1 cc uh-dx, cc av pn31 vmb vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3804 but in the Gospel a man may say as Peter to the lame man, Silver and gold have I none, but in the Gospel a man may say as Peter to the lame man, Silver and gold have I none, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, n1 cc n1 vhb pns11 pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3805 but such as I have, that give I thee. but such as I have, that give I thee. cc-acp d c-acp pns11 vhb, cst vvb pns11 pno21. (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 105
3806 Lord, such a memory, and such parts and gifts have I not, but such as I have, that give I thee; Lord, such a memory, and such parts and Gifts have I not, but such as I have, that give I thee; n1, d dt n1, cc d n2 cc n2 vhb pns11 xx, cc-acp d c-acp pns11 vhb, cst vvb pns11 pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3807 according to that measure of knowledge I have, according to that grace I have, I will give it thee: according to that measure of knowledge I have, according to that grace I have, I will give it thee: vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pns11 vhb, vvg p-acp d n1 pns11 vhb, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 pno21: (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3808 If a man can say thus, he is accepted, not according to that he hath not, If a man can say thus, he is accepted, not according to that he hath not, cs dt n1 vmb vvi av, pns31 vbz vvn, xx vvg p-acp cst pns31 vhz xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3809 but according to that he hath; but according to that he hath; cc-acp vvg p-acp cst pns31 vhz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3810 as it was in the law of Moses, Levit. 5. 6, 7. Atrespasse-•ffering should be a lamb or a kid; as it was in the law of Moses, Levit. 5. 6, 7. Atrespasse-•ffering should be a lamb or a kid; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd j vmd vbi dt n1 cc dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3811 but if a man were not able to give that, then two turtle doves, or two young pigeons; but if a man were not able to give that, then two turtle Dove, or two young pigeons; cc-acp cs dt n1 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi d, cs crd n1 n2, cc crd j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3812 if he be not able to give that, let him give two or three handfuls of fine flowre, Levit. 5. 11. So Levit. 14. 20. Let him give according at he can get, he shall be accepted according to that. if he be not able to give that, let him give two or three handfuls of fine flower, Levit. 5. 11. So Levit. 14. 20. Let him give according At he can get, he shall be accepted according to that. cs pns31 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi d, vvb pno31 vvi crd cc crd n2 pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd np1 np1 crd crd vvb pno31 vvi vvg p-acp pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vmb vbi vvn vvg p-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3813 This is the perfection of the Gospel ▪ according to the help and assistance God gives a man, This is the perfection of the Gospel ▪ according to the help and assistance God gives a man, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 ▪ vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 np1 vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3814 and according to the means God afford• a man, it shall be accepted. Fourthly, The perfection of the law admits of no failings; and according to the means God afford• a man, it shall be accepted. Fourthly, The perfection of the law admits of no failings; cc vvg p-acp dt n2 np1 n1 dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pp-f dx n2-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 312 Page 106
3815 if a man fails, no matter though it be out of infirmity, the law condemns him the law requires perfection without failings; if a man fails, no matter though it be out of infirmity, the law condemns him the law requires perfection without failings; cs dt n1 vvz, dx n1 cs pn31 vbb av pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz pno31 dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n2-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3816 but the perfection of the Gospel, by way of sincerity admits of failings; as the best gold hath his allowances, so it is with a true Christian; but the perfection of the Gospel, by Way of sincerity admits of failings; as the best gold hath his allowances, so it is with a true Christian; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz pp-f n2-vvg; p-acp dt js n1 vhz po31 n2, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j njp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3817 he may be sincere and upright, though he hath a thousand failings; he may be sincere and upright, though he hath a thousand failings; pns31 vmb vbi j cc j, cs pns31 vhz dt crd n2-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3818 as it is said of David, 1 Kings 15. 5. He did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord in all things, as it is said of David, 1 Kings 15. 5. He did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord in all things, p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, crd n2 crd crd pns31 vdd d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3819 but onely in the mo•ter of Uriah. That indeed would not stand with sincerity, his sincerity was quite in a swo•m then: but only in the mo•ter of Uriah. That indeed would not stand with sincerity, his sincerity was quite in a swo•m then: cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cst av vmd xx vvi p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbds av p-acp dt n1 av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3820 that could not stand with sincerity; that could not stand with sincerity; d vmd xx vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3821 if he had gone on to sin in that fashion, he could not have been sincere; if he had gone on to since in that fashion, he could not have been sincere; cs pns31 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vmd xx vhi vbn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3822 but in all other things he did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord. but in all other things he did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord. cc-acp p-acp d j-jn n2 pns31 vdd d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3823 You will say he had a thousand failings, yet saith the Text, they all stood with sincerity; You will say he had a thousand failings, yet Says the Text, they all stood with sincerity; pn22 vmb vvi pns31 vhd dt crd n2-vvg, av vvz dt n1, pns32 d vvd p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3824 he numbred the people, and God was mightily angry with him, and you know how unjust he was in the matter of Zibah and Mephibosheth; you know how he told a lye to Abimelech, and was the occasion of the death of the Priests of the Lord; he numbered the people, and God was mightily angry with him, and you know how unjust he was in the matter of Zibah and Mephibosheth; you know how he told a lie to Abimelech, and was the occasion of the death of the Priests of the Lord; pns31 vvd dt n1, cc np1 vbds av-j j p-acp pno31, cc pn22 vvb c-crq j pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1; pn22 vvb c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3825 you know how he counterfelted himself mad, and he had horrible disorders in his family, and had lost the power of controul over his children; you know how he counterfelted himself mad, and he had horrible disorders in his family, and had lost the power of control over his children; pn22 vvb c-crq pns31 vvn px31 j, cc pns31 vhd j n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3826 were not these horrible failings? and what a company of Wives and Concubines had he? yet all these stood with sincerity, were not these horrible failings? and what a company of Wives and Concubines had he? yet all these stood with sincerity, vbdr xx d j n2-vvg? cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 cc ng1 vhn pns31? av d d vvd p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3827 because they were either done out of ignorance, or want of due consideration sometimes, or through humane frailty and infirmity, Because they were either done out of ignorance, or want of due consideration sometime, or through humane frailty and infirmity, c-acp pns32 vbdr d vdn av pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 av, cc p-acp j n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3828 or through violence of temptation, contrary to his constant course, and intendment and purpose; or through violence of temptation, contrary to his constant course, and intendment and purpose; cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1, j-jn p-acp po31 j n1, cc n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3829 they might all stand with sincerity and an upright heart according to the perfection of the Gospel. they might all stand with sincerity and an upright heart according to the perfection of the Gospel. pns32 vmd d vvi p-acp n1 cc dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 313 Page 106
3830 Fifthly, The perfection of the Law makes nothing of repentance; Fifthly, The perfection of the Law makes nothing of Repentance; ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pix pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3831 if you break the commandements of God, if you shed tears of blood, and repent your heart out, what cares the law? the law will have perfect obedience, if you break the Commandments of God, if you shed tears of blood, and Repent your heart out, what Cares the law? the law will have perfect Obedience, cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, cs pn22 vvb n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb po22 n1 av, r-crq vvz dt n1? dt n1 vmb vhi j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3832 or else to hell you shall. But now in the perfection of the Gospel, repentance is a great matter; or Else to hell you shall. But now in the perfection of the Gospel, Repentance is a great matter; cc av p-acp n1 pn22 vmb. p-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3833 nay, if a man be never so vile and wretched, if yet he humble himselfe before God, nay, if a man be never so vile and wretched, if yet he humble himself before God, uh-x, cs dt n1 vbi av-x av j cc j, cs av pns31 vvb px31 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3834 and be unfeignedly sorry for sinning against God, this is a great matter; this man is an upright man, that is unfeignedly humbled and abased before God; and be unfeignedly sorry for sinning against God, this is a great matter; this man is an upright man, that is unfeignedly humbled and abased before God; cc vbi av-j j p-acp vvg p-acp np1, d vbz dt j n1; d n1 vbz dt j n1, cst vbz av-j vvn cc vvd p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3835 The sacrifice of God is a broken spirit, a broken and contrite heart thou shalt not despise. The sacrifice of God is a broken Spirit, a broken and contrite heart thou shalt not despise. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j-vvn n1, dt j-vvn cc j n1 pns21 vm2 xx vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3836 This is the voyce of the Gospel. This is the voice of the Gospel. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3837 So Ez•k. 18. 21. If the wicked will turn from all his sins, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die. So Ez•k. 18. 21. If the wicked will turn from all his Sins, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die. av vvb. crd crd cs dt j vmb vvi p-acp d po31 n2, cc vdb d r-crq vbz j cc j-jn, pns31 vmb av-j vvi, pns31 vmb xx vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3838 As it is Joh 23. 27, 28. He looked upon men, and if any said I have sinned, he will deliver his soule from going down into the pit. As it is John 23. 27, 28. He looked upon men, and if any said I have sinned, he will deliver his soul from going down into the pit. p-acp pn31 vbz np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvd p-acp n2, cc cs d vvd pns11 vhb vvn, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3839 In the Gospel a man is an upright man, if he come before the throne of grace with shame and confusion of face for all his sins, with unfeigned sorrow that he hath broken Gods Covenant; In the Gospel a man is an upright man, if he come before the throne of grace with shame and confusion of face for all his Sins, with unfeigned sorrow that he hath broken God's Covenant; p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vbz dt j n1, cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp j n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3840 if he hath never so many failings, if he set himselfe to please God, and when he fails, he repents, if he hath never so many failings, if he Set himself to please God, and when he fails, he repents, cs pns31 vhz av av d n2-vvg, cs pns31 vvb px31 pc-acp vvi np1, cc c-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3841 and humbles himself before God, this man hath the perfection of the Gospel. Thus we see the meaning of the words, Perfect before God. and humbles himself before God, this man hath the perfection of the Gospel. Thus we see the meaning of the words, Perfect before God. cc vvz px31 p-acp np1, d n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 314 Page 106
3842 The point of Doctrine is this, That every man is to labour to be perfect, that is the thing that God will require, The point of Doctrine is this, That every man is to labour to be perfect, that is the thing that God will require, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, cst d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi j, cst vbz dt n1 cst np1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 315 Page 107
3843 and enquire after at the last day, whether we be upright. and inquire After At the last day, whither we be upright. cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, cs pns12 vbb j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 315 Page 107
3844 You see this, 1 Cor. 5. 7, 8. and so likewise in other places of Scripture. You see this, 1 Cor. 5. 7, 8. and so likewise in other places of Scripture. pn22 vvb d, crd np1 crd crd, crd cc av av p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 315 Page 107
3845 The first Reason is from the nature of God, with whom we have to doe, he is upright; The First Reason is from the nature of God, with whom we have to do, he is upright; dt ord n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi, pns31 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3846 therefore it concerns us to labour to be like him; Therefore it concerns us to labour to be like him; av pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi av-j pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3847 he himselfe is an upright God, and there is no unrighteousness in him, his wayes are perfect, and his judgments are truth; he himself is an upright God, and there is no unrighteousness in him, his ways Are perfect, and his Judgments Are truth; pns31 px31 vbz dt j np1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31, po31 n2 vbr j, cc po31 n2 vbr n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3848 therefore if a man be not perfect, he cannot be like him. Mat. 5. 48. Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect. Therefore if a man be not perfect, he cannot be like him. Mathew 5. 48. Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect. av cs dt n1 vbb xx j, pns31 vmbx vbi av-j pno31. np1 crd crd vbb j p-acp po22 j n1 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3849 we know his spirit is the spirit of truth, himselfe is the God of truth, his Son is the way, the truth, we know his Spirit is the Spirit of truth, himself is the God of truth, his Son is the Way, the truth, pns12 vvb po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, px31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, po31 n1 vbz dt n1, dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3850 and the life, he is the faithful witness; and the life, he is the faithful witness; cc dt n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3851 and as God is upright, so he looks that his servants should shew what Master they serve, that they may make it appear that their Master is an upright Master, Psalm 92. ult. to shew forth that the Lord is upright; This is our duty; and as God is upright, so he looks that his Servants should show what Master they serve, that they may make it appear that their Master is an upright Master, Psalm 92. ult. to show forth that the Lord is upright; This is our duty; cc c-acp np1 vbz j, av pns31 vvz cst po31 n2 vmd vvi r-crq n1 pns32 vvb, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31 vvi cst po32 n1 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd n1. pc-acp vvi av cst dt n1 vbz j; d vbz po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3852 God is upright, and Christ is upright; and therefore we should follow his steps, 1 Pet. 2. 21, 22. God is upright, and christ is upright; and Therefore we should follow his steps, 1 Pet. 2. 21, 22. np1 vbz j, cc np1 vbz j; cc av pns12 vmd vvi po31 n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 316 Page 107
3853 Secondly, God hath commanded us to be sincere; Secondly, God hath commanded us to be sincere; ord, np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 317 Page 107
3854 though he remit from the first Covenant of absolute and perfect righteousness and holiness without sin, ye he will have his people truly fearing him, though he remit from the First Covenant of absolute and perfect righteousness and holiness without since, you he will have his people truly fearing him, cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f j cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pn22 pns31 vmb vhi po31 n1 av-j vvg pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 317 Page 107
3855 and hating sin, universal in obedience, that they shall be from the bottome of their hearts followers of him; and hating since, universal in Obedience, that they shall be from the bottom of their hearts followers of him; cc vvg n1, j p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 n2 pp-f pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 317 Page 107
3856 therefore this slung David to the heart when he committed sin: Therefore this slung David to the heart when he committed since: av d vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 317 Page 107
3857 O thought he, Thou desirest truth in the inward parts, Psal. 51. 6. As who should say, thou lookest into the heart, thou requirest truth of thy servants; Oh Thought he, Thou Desirest truth in the inward parts, Psalm 51. 6. As who should say, thou Lookest into the heart, thou requirest truth of thy Servants; uh vvd pns31, pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp dt j n2, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vv2 n1 pp-f po21 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 317 Page 107
3858 O what a false heart have I had in this businesse! God hath many worshippers in this world, such as they are; Oh what a false heart have I had in this business! God hath many worshippers in this world, such as they Are; uh q-crq dt j n1 vhb pns11 vhd p-acp d n1! np1 vhz d n2 p-acp d n1, d c-acp pns32 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 317 Page 107
3859 but God cares for none, but such as deale faithfully in his Covenant; as Christ speaks, John 424. Thirdly, God knows our hearts; but God Cares for none, but such as deal faithfully in his Covenant; as christ speaks, John 424. Thirdly, God knows our hearts; cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp pix, cc-acp d c-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 n1; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd ord, np1 vvz po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 317 Page 107
3860 therefore though we serve him, and do duties to him; Therefore though we serve him, and do duties to him; av cs pns12 vvb pno31, cc vdb n2 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3861 though we call upon his name, hear his Word, come to his Table, observe his Sabbaths, keep his Ordinances; though we call upon his name, hear his Word, come to his Table, observe his Sabbaths, keep his Ordinances; cs pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1, vvb po31 n1, vvb p-acp po31 n1, vvb po31 n2, vvb po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3862 yet if we doe not doe these things in truth, his eyes are ever upon our bosomes, he casts his eyes upon the secrets of men; yet if we do not do these things in truth, his eyes Are ever upon our bosoms, he Cast his eyes upon the secrets of men; av cs pns12 vdb xx vdi d n2 p-acp n1, po31 n2 vbr av p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3863 if our hearts be rotten, and proud, and vaine, and loose, and filthy; if our hearts be not of a right frame, all is nothing; if our hearts be rotten, and proud, and vain, and lose, and filthy; if our hearts be not of a right frame, all is nothing; cs po12 n2 vbb vvn, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j; cs po12 n2 vbb xx pp-f dt j-jn n1, d vbz pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3864 if there be any way of wickednesse in us, if there be any secret sins, or cursed corruptions that we favour our selves in; if there be any Way of wickedness in us, if there be any secret Sins, or cursed corruptions that we favour our selves in; cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, cs pc-acp vbb d j-jn n2, cc j-vvn n2 cst pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3865 if there be any false way we secre•ly haunt, the Lord shall search it out, for the knowes the secrets of our hearts; if there be any false Way we secre•ly haunt, the Lord shall search it out, for the knows the secrets of our hearts; cs pc-acp vbb d j n1 pns12 av-j vvb, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 av, p-acp dt vvz dt n2-jn pp-f po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3866 therefore it becomes us to be upright; Therefore it becomes us to be upright; av pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3867 as he saith of Ephraim, Hos. 5. 3. I know Ephraim, he is not hid from us. as he Says of Ephraim, Hos. 5. 3. I know Ephraim, he is not hid from us. c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb np1, pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3868 So if we preach never so zealously, and doe not according to our preaching, the Lord knows •s; So if we preach never so zealously, and do not according to our preaching, the Lord knows •s; av cs pns12 vvb av-x av av-j, cc vdb xx vvg p-acp po12 vvg, dt n1 vvz n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3869 so if we hear never so zealously, and doe not practice what we hear, he knows it; so if we hear never so zealously, and do not practice what we hear, he knows it; av cs pns12 vvb av-x av av-j, cc vdb xx vvi r-crq pns12 vvb, pns31 vvz pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3870 therefore it concerns us to be upright. Fourthly, Because the Lord will let down the Covenant no lower. Therefore it concerns us to be upright. Fourthly, Because the Lord will let down the Covenant no lower. av pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j. ord, c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 av-dx av-jc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 318 Page 107
3871 Now God hath been pleased to moderate the first Covenant, which it was impossible for us to keep, Now God hath been pleased to moderate the First Covenant, which it was impossible for us to keep, av np1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi dt ord n1, r-crq pn31 vbds j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3872 and hath brought it down to the Covenant of faith, to believe, and to be sincere in all our wayes; and hath brought it down to the Covenant of faith, to believe, and to be sincere in all our ways; cc vhz vvn pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp d po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3873 this God requires, and will let it down no lower. this God requires, and will let it down no lower. d np1 vvz, cc vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dx jc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3874 Isa. 63. 8. the Lord saith there, Surely they are my people, children that will not lye; Isaiah 63. 8. the Lord Says there, Surely they Are my people, children that will not lie; np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz a-acp, av-j pns32 vbr po11 n1, n2 cst vmb xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3875 and so he was their Saviour. So he requires his people should be children that should not lye, and be base-hearted, and so he was their Saviour. So he requires his people should be children that should not lie, and be base-hearted, cc av pns31 vbds po32 n1. av pns31 vvz po31 n1 vmd vbi n2 cst vmd xx vvi, cc vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3876 and deal deceitfully and crookedly in his Covenant; he was their Saviour, so they would be children that would not lye. and deal deceitfully and crookedly in his Covenant; he was their Saviour, so they would be children that would not lie. cc vvi av-j cc av-j p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vbds po32 n1, av pns32 vmd vbi n2 cst vmd xx vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3877 So Eph. 6. 24. Grace be with all them that love Christ in sincerity. So Ephesians 6. 24. Grace be with all them that love christ in sincerity. np1 np1 crd crd n1 vbb p-acp d pno32 cst vvb np1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3878 There is no man is under the Covenant of grace, unlesse he be sincere in all the will of God in Jesus Christ: There is no man is under the Covenant of grace, unless he be sincere in all the will of God in jesus christ: pc-acp vbz dx n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vbb j p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3879 There are two things the Covenant of grace gives; the one is the forgivenesse of sins, the other is a sincere heart; There Are two things the Covenant of grace gives; the one is the forgiveness of Sins, the other is a sincere heart; a-acp vbr crd n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz; dt pi vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n-jn vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3880 if a man hath not these two, he is yet in his sins; as we may see, Psal. 32. 2. Blessed is the man, &c. if a man hath not these two, he is yet in his Sins; as we may see, Psalm 32. 2. Blessed is the man, etc. cs dt n1 vhz xx d crd, pns31 vbz av p-acp po31 n2; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd j-vvn vbz dt n1, av (7) treatise (DIV2) 319 Page 107
3881 Fifthly, The Examples of all the Saints in all Ages; Fifthly, The Examples of all the Saints in all Ages; ord, dt n2 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 107
3882 all the people of God that ever were upright, to begin with Noah, Gen. 6. 9. The text saith, he was a just and perfect man in his generation. all the people of God that ever were upright, to begin with Noah, Gen. 6. 9. The text Says, he was a just and perfect man in his generation. d dt n1 pp-f np1 cst av vbdr j, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, pns31 vbds dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3883 You know it was in a corrupt time, all the Earth had corrupted their wayes; You know it was in a corrupt time, all the Earth had corrupted their ways; pn22 vvb pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, d dt n1 vhd vvn po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3884 no question a man that was religious in those dayes, he could not chuse but be scorned and derided; no question a man that was religious in those days, he could not choose but be scorned and derided; dx n1 dt n1 cst vbds j p-acp d n2, pns31 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3885 but what cared he? he would be a just man, and was perfect in his generation; but what cared he? he would be a just man, and was perfect in his generation; cc-acp q-crq vvd pns31? pns31 vmd vbi dt j n1, cc vbds j p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3886 though it were a devillish generation, yet he was an upright man, and would not doe as the world did, though it were a devilish generation, yet he was an upright man, and would not do as the world did, cs pn31 vbdr dt j n1, av pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc vmd xx vdi c-acp dt n1 vdd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3887 but he would draw near to God, and walk with him from day to day. but he would draw near to God, and walk with him from day to day. cc-acp pns31 vmd vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3888 So it is said of Job, Job 1. 2. That he was an upright and perfect man; So it is said of Job, Job 1. 2. That he was an upright and perfect man; av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cst pns31 vbds dt j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3889 though Job lived in a blind corner out of the Church, and setting aside 304, generally the whole Countrey were Heathens and Pagans, though Job lived in a blind corner out of the Church, and setting aside 304, generally the Whole Country were heathens and Pagans, cs n1 vvd p-acp dt j n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvg av crd, av-j dt j-jn n1 vbdr n2-jn cc n2-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3890 and he was as an Owl in the Desart; yet he would not doe as the world did, but keep himself to God. and he was as an Owl in the Desert; yet he would not do as the world did, but keep himself to God. cc pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; av pns31 vmd xx vdi c-acp dt n1 vdd, cc-acp vvb px31 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3891 So Luke 1. 6. Zachary and Elizabeth were both righteous before God, &c. You know the times were then very bad, So Lycia 1. 6. Zachary and Elizabeth were both righteous before God, etc. You know the times were then very bad, np1 av crd crd np1 cc np1 vbdr av-d j c-acp np1, av pn22 vvb dt n2 vbdr av av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3892 and all the devotion that went for currant, was nothing but to be zealous of humane inventions and traditions, and all the devotion that went for currant, was nothing but to be zealous of humane Inventions and traditions, cc d dt n1 cst vvd p-acp n1, vbds pix cc-acp pc-acp vbi j pp-f j n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3893 and worshipping God after the imaginations of men; and worshipping God After the Imaginations of men; cc vvg np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3894 this was the holiness of the world, yet the Text saith this man and his wife would be righteous before God, this was the holiness of the world, yet the Text Says this man and his wife would be righteous before God, d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz d n1 cc po31 n1 vmd vbi j p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3895 and walked in all the Ordinances of God blameless; not in the Ordinances of the Scribes and Pharisees, but they were righteous before God, and walked in all the Ordinances of God blameless; not in the Ordinances of the Scribes and Pharisees, but they were righteous before God, cc vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 j; xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cc np2, cc-acp pns32 vbdr j p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3896 and walked in all the Ordinances of God blameless. and walked in all the Ordinances of God blameless. cc vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 320 Page 108
3897 Then this may serve to reprove these dayes, and times, and places of ours where we live; Then this may serve to reprove these days, and times, and places of ours where we live; av d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f png12 c-crq pns12 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3898 where are hardly any upright people? we may say of them as the Prophet Micah said of his time, Micah 7. 2. The good man is perished off the earth. where Are hardly any upright people? we may say of them as the Prophet micah said of his time, micah 7. 2. The good man is perished off the earth. q-crq vbr av d j n1? pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd dt j n1 vbz vvn a-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3899 As who should say, we had a great company of godly and holy people, religious Ministers, painful in their places, As who should say, we had a great company of godly and holy people, religious Ministers, painful in their places, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns12 vhd dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n1, j n2, j p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3900 and abundance of private Christians, faithful before the Lord; but now there is hardly an upright man; and abundance of private Christians, faithful before the Lord; but now there is hardly an upright man; cc n1 pp-f j np1, j p-acp dt n1; cc-acp av pc-acp vbz av dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3901 there are so many drunkards and adulterers, so many unclean persons, so many covetous: there Are so many drunkards and Adulterers, so many unclean Persons, so many covetous: pc-acp vbr av d n2 cc n2, av d j n2, av d j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3902 there are so many mockers and enemies to sincerity, so many complementers with God, so many ignorant, there Are so many mockers and enemies to sincerity, so many complementers with God, so many ignorant, a-acp vbr av d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, av d n2 p-acp np1, av d j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3903 nay willingly ignorant, though they live under the means of knowledge, so many that have a form of golinesse, nay willingly ignorant, though they live under the means of knowledge, so many that have a from of golinesse, uh-x av-j j, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av d cst vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3904 but deny the power thereof, so many that are come to the birth, but have no strength to bring forth, they will never come to be godly indeed; but deny the power thereof, so many that Are come to the birth, but have no strength to bring forth, they will never come to be godly indeed; cc-acp vvb dt n1 av, av d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi av, pns32 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3905 there are so many that are dead-hearted, and never were quickned by Jesus Christ, nor endued with the life of the spirit of grace, that we may say as Solomon saith, A faithful man who shall finde? Prov. 20. 6. Many fathers we have among us, there Are so many that Are deadhearted, and never were quickened by jesus christ, nor endued with the life of the Spirit of grace, that we may say as Solomon Says, A faithful man who shall find? Curae 20. 6. Many Father's we have among us, pc-acp vbr av d cst vbr j, cc av-x vbdr vvn p-acp np1 np1, ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 vvz, dt j n1 r-crq vmb vvi? np1 crd crd av-d n2 pns12 vhb p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3906 but a faithful father who shall finde, that doth discharge his duty towards his children? many Masters we may finde; but a faithful father who shall find, that does discharge his duty towards his children? many Masters we may find; cc-acp dt j n1 r-crq vmb vvi, cst vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2? d n2 pns12 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3907 but who carries himself towards his servants as he ought to doe? so we have many in place of Authority, that might stand for God, but who carries himself towards his Servants as he ought to do? so we have many in place of authority, that might stand for God, cc-acp q-crq vvz px31 p-acp po31 n2 c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi? av pns12 vhb d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst vmd vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3908 and hinder sin, and doe some good in their places; but a faithful man who shall finde, but here one, and there one, rare birds, and hinder since, and do Some good in their places; but a faithful man who shall find, but Here one, and there one, rare Birds, cc vvi n1, cc vdb d j p-acp po32 n2; cc-acp dt j n1 r-crq vmb vvi, cc-acp av crd, cc a-acp crd, j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3909 and they are the offscouring of the world, and are hated; and they Are the offscouring of the world, and Are hated; cc pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3910 and mocked and persecuted? so we have a great many that have gotten a great deal of light, God hath awakened their consciences, and mocked and persecuted? so we have a great many that have got a great deal of Light, God hath awakened their Consciences, cc vvd cc vvn? av pns12 vhb dt j d cst vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1, np1 vhz vvn po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3911 and made them see their miserable condition; and made them see their miserable condition; cc vvd pno32 vvi po32 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3912 but a faithful man that doth discharge a good conscience in that place wherein he is, that carries himself uprightly under the means of grace, under the Word, under the preaching of it, under Gods Ordinances, such a man where shall we finde? as David saith, Psalm 12. 1. Help Lord, &c. He had occasion, through the persecution of S•ul, to travel thorough the most of the Towns of Israel, and all were so loose and licentious, but a faithful man that does discharge a good conscience in that place wherein he is, that carries himself uprightly under the means of grace, under the Word, under the preaching of it, under God's Ordinances, such a man where shall we find? as David Says, Psalm 12. 1. Help Lord, etc. He had occasion, through the persecution of S•ul, to travel through the most of the Towns of Israel, and all were so lose and licentious, cc-acp dt j n1 cst vdz vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vbz, cst vvz px31 av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp npg1 n2, d dt n1 q-crq vmb pns12 vvi? p-acp np1 vvz, n1 crd crd n1 n1, av pns31 vhd n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ds pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d vbdr av j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3913 and carnall, and worldly, and serving the times, and pleasing and humouring the Court; and carnal, and worldly, and serving the times, and pleasing and Humouring the Court; cc j, cc j, cc vvg dt n2, cc vvg cc vvg dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3914 he saw the Countrey so empty of goodness, that he prayeth Help Lord, &c. and as the Lord saith, Isa. 1. 21. How is the faithful City become an Harlot? &c. So we may say, he saw the Country so empty of Goodness, that he Prayeth Help Lord, etc. and as the Lord Says, Isaiah 1. 21. How is the faithful city become an Harlot? etc. So we may say, pns31 vvd dt n1 av j pp-f n1, cst pns31 vvz vvi n1, av cc p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd q-crq vbz dt j n1 vvi dt n1? av av pns12 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 108
3915 How is the faithful City become an harlot? a faithful Town, that hath had the Word sincerely taught, that hath had many walking sincerely in obedience according to the Word in some measure, How is the faithful city become an harlot? a faithful Town, that hath had the Word sincerely taught, that hath had many walking sincerely in Obedience according to the Word in Some measure, q-crq vbz dt j n1 vvi dt n1? dt j n1, cst vhz vhn dt n1 av-j vvn, cst vhz vhn d vvg av-j p-acp n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 109
3916 and hath set up the power of the Word in their Families; but what is become of them? there was judgement and righteousnesse; and hath Set up the power of the Word in their Families; but what is become of them? there was judgement and righteousness; cc vhz vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; cc-acp q-crq vbz vvn pp-f pno32? pc-acp vbds n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 109
3917 but now where is it? there was truth, and truth could have abode, but now it can have no admittance: but now where is it? there was truth, and truth could have Abided, but now it can have no admittance: cc-acp av q-crq vbz pn31? pc-acp vbds n1, cc n1 vmd vhi n1, cc-acp av pn31 vmb vhi dx n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 109
3918 But how may we complain that our faithful Countrey is become an harlot ▪ I doe not speak of Papists, and Turks, and Pagans, but of the Church of God; But how may we complain that our faithful Country is become an harlot ▪ I do not speak of Papists, and Turks, and Pagans, but of the Church of God; cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cst po12 j n1 vbz vvn dt n1 ▪ pns11 vdb xx vvi pp-f njp2, cc n2, cc n2-jn, p-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 109
3919 the faithful are diminished from among the sons of men. the faithful Are diminished from among the Sons of men. dt j vbr vvn p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 321 Page 109
3920 Secondly, This may serve to humble the best of all Gods children, it may serve to ashame us before God, to think what a deal of corruption is in our hearts; Secondly, This may serve to humble the best of all God's children, it may serve to ashame us before God, to think what a deal of corruption is in our hearts; ord, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f d ng1 n2, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pno12 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3921 if David might complain of himself, how much more may we? Lord, saith he, thou dost require truth in the inward parts, Psal. 51. 6. As who should say, Lord how far am I from it? who would ever have thought that Davids heart should so play fast and loose, that ever he should s• abuse Ʋriah his faithful servant, that ever he should so abuse Bathsheba that good woman, if David might complain of himself, how much more may we? Lord, Says he, thou dost require truth in the inward parts, Psalm 51. 6. As who should say, Lord how Far am I from it? who would ever have Thought that Davids heart should so play fast and lose, that ever he should s• abuse Ʋriah his faithful servant, that ever he should so abuse Bathsheba that good woman, cs np1 vmd vvi pp-f px31, c-crq d dc vmb pns12? n1, vvz pns31, pns21 vd2 vvi n1 p-acp dt j n2, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1 q-crq av-j vbm pns11 p-acp pn31? q-crq vmd av vhi vvn cst npg1 n1 vmd av vvi av-j cc j, cst av pns31 vmd n1 vvi np1 po31 j n1, cst av pns31 vmd av vvi np1 cst j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3922 and bring her to sin? If David himself may thus complain; and bring her to since? If David himself may thus complain; cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1? cs np1 px31 vmb av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3923 how much more may we complain and loath our selves for the deal of rottenness that is in our hearts! how much more may we complain and loath our selves for the deal of rottenness that is in our hearts! c-crq d dc vmb pns12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp po12 n2! (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3924 O what windlings and fetches are there! Austin himself saith, I can hardly tell when to believe my own heart; O what windlings and Fetches Are there! Austin himself Says, I can hardly tell when to believe my own heart; sy q-crq n2 cc n2 vbr a-acp! np1 px31 vvz, pns11 vmb av vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi po11 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3925 so I say, what a company of windings, and turnings, and tricks, and starting•oles are there in the hearts of Gods people? sometimes we are ready to think we have the good we have not; so I say, what a company of windings, and turnings, and tricks, and starting•oles Are there in the hearts of God's people? sometime we Are ready to think we have the good we have not; av pns11 vvb, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg, cc n2, cc n2 vbr a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1? av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pns12 vhb dt j pns12 vhb xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3926 and what evasions have we to put off any good duty, if we have not a minde to doe it? what put offs, what tricks to slip our neck out of the collar if we doe not like it? what a company of deceits are in the heart? So what a company of slights to doe evil? such a company of blindin•s, and besottings, and carnal reasons; and what evasions have we to put off any good duty, if we have not a mind to do it? what put offs, what tricks to slip our neck out of the collar if we do not like it? what a company of Deceits Are in the heart? So what a company of slights to do evil? such a company of blindin•s, and besottings, and carnal Reasons; cc q-crq n2 vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi a-acp d j n1, cs pns12 vhb xx dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31? q-crq vvd a-acp|po31, q-crq n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 av pp-f dt n1 cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31? q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp dt n1? av q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vdi j-jn? d dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2-vvg, cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3927 and foolish arguments, as if we did well in doing it, whereas it is but the falseness of our hearts? As Mr. Hearn saith, It is better for a man to be delivered up to the Devil, then to his own heart. and foolish Arguments, as if we did well in doing it, whereas it is but the falseness of our hearts? As Mr. Hearn Says, It is better for a man to be Delivered up to the devil, then to his own heart. cc j n2, c-acp cs pns12 vdd av p-acp vdg pn31, cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? p-acp n1 np1 vvz, pn31 vbz jc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, av p-acp po31 d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3928 We read of a man delivered up to Satan, as Paul saith, and yet we read that that man was brought home again; We read of a man Delivered up to Satan, as Paul Says, and yet we read that that man was brought home again; pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp np1, c-acp np1 vvz, cc av pns12 vvb cst d n1 vbds vvn av-an av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3929 but we never read of any man brought home that was delivered up to the corruptions of his own heart; but we never read of any man brought home that was Delivered up to the corruptions of his own heart; cc-acp pns12 av-x vvn pp-f d n1 vvn av-an cst vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3930 therefore if God hath made us see the falsenesse of our own hearts, and made us humble our selves before him for it, Therefore if God hath made us see the falseness of our own hearts, and made us humble our selves before him for it, av cs np1 vhz vvn pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, cc vvd pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3931 and made us to endeavour more and more a•ter sincerity; and made us to endeavour more and more a•ter sincerity; cc vvd pno12 pc-acp vvi av-dc cc av-dc jc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3932 what a mercy of God is this? but the people of God have cause to com•lain of the falseness of their hearts. what a mercy of God is this? but the people of God have cause to com•lain of the falseness of their hearts. r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d? p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 322 Page 109
3933 Thirdly, Is it so that we must be upright, then let this serve to exhort us that we would be upright more and more; Thirdly, Is it so that we must be upright, then let this serve to exhort us that we would be upright more and more; ord, vbz pn31 av cst pns12 vmb vbi j, av vvb d vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 d pns12 vmd vbi av-j av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3934 for this is that which the Lord doth look for and especially look for: What though we should do things never so good for the matter; for this is that which the Lord does look for and especially look for: What though we should do things never so good for the matter; p-acp d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp cc av-j vvb p-acp: r-crq cs pns12 vmd vdi n2 av-x av j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3935 yet if we do them not with an upright heart, all is nothing, though the children of Judah fasted and that for 70. years together, four times in a year they sought the Lord extraordinarily; yet if we do them not with an upright heart, all is nothing, though the children of Judah fasted and that for 70. Years together, four times in a year they sought the Lord extraordinarily; av cs pns12 vdb pno32 xx p-acp dt j n1, d vbz pix, cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd cc cst p-acp crd n2 av, crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd dt n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3936 yet because they did not seek him thoroughly, he did not count it sincerely done, Zach. 7. 4, 5. As who should say, You did not fast unto me. yet Because they did not seek him thoroughly, he did not count it sincerely done, Zach 7. 4, 5. As who should say, You did not fast unto me. av c-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi pno31 av-j, pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 av-j vdn, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vdd xx av-j p-acp pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3937 Doubtless they themselves thought they were very religious; Doubtless they themselves Thought they were very religious; av-j pns32 px32 vvn pns32 vbdr av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3938 what not only to doe the duties of religion, but to doe extraordinary duties, no question they thought this was very much; what not only to do the duties of Religion, but to do extraordinary duties, no question they Thought this was very much; r-crq xx av-j pc-acp vdi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pc-acp vdi j n2, dx n1 pns32 vvd d vbds av av-d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3939 yet every one were cast off, because their hearts were not upright before him. yet every one were cast off, Because their hearts were not upright before him. av d crd vbdr vvn a-acp, c-acp po32 n2 vbdr xx av-j p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3940 A••ziah, the Text saith, did those things that were good in the eyes of the Lord; A••ziah, the Text Says, did those things that were good in the eyes of the Lord; np1, dt n1 vvz, vdd d n2 cst vbdr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3941 yet the Text makes this exception against him, that it was not with an upright heart, 2 Chron. 25. 2. Con•ider first, That God delights only in an upright heart. yet the Text makes this exception against him, that it was not with an upright heart, 2 Chronicles 25. 2. Con•ider First, That God delights only in an upright heart. av dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp pno31, cst pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd n1 ord, cst np1 vvz av-j p-acp dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 323 Page 109
3942 Prov. 11. 20. They that are of a froward heart are an abomination to the Lord; Curae 11. 20. They that Are of a froward heart Are an abomination to the Lord; np1 crd crd pns32 cst vbr pp-f dt j n1 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 109
3943 but those that are upright in their wayes are his delight. but those that Are upright in their ways Are his delight. cc-acp d cst vbr av-j p-acp po32 n2 vbr po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 109
3944 Upright Prayer, and upright hearing of the Word, and upright Preaching of it, upright walking in a mans Family, Upright Prayer, and upright hearing of the Word, and upright Preaching of it, upright walking in a men Family, av-j n1, cc av-j vvg pp-f dt n1, cc av-j vvg pp-f pn31, av-j vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 109
3945 and upright carriag• in a mans conversation, when a man carries himself uprightly in all his wayes, this man is a delight to God, and upright carriag• in a men Conversation, when a man carries himself uprightly in all his ways, this man is a delight to God, cc j n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 av-j p-acp d po31 n2, d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3946 as he saith, Isa. 66. 2. I can look over heaven and earth, but at him will I look that trembleth at my Word. as he Says, Isaiah 66. 2. I can look over heaven and earth, but At him will I look that Trembleth At my Word. c-acp pns31 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp pno31 vmb pns11 vvb cst vvz p-acp po11 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3947 The prayer of the upright is his delight, Prov. 15. 8. When a man can make faithful pleas to the throne of grace for mercy, faithful pleas that God would pardon him, faithful pleas that God would enable him, The prayer of the upright is his delight, Curae 15. 8. When a man can make faithful pleasant to the throne of grace for mercy, faithful pleasant that God would pardon him, faithful pleasant that God would enable him, dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz po31 n1, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, j n2 cst np1 vmd vvi pno31, j n2 cst np1 vmd vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3948 and accept him, and he doth not make these pleas falsly, but his own heart can say, there is no sin, and accept him, and he does not make these pleasant falsely, but his own heart can say, there is no since, cc vvi pno31, cc pns31 vdz xx vvi d n2 av-j, cc-acp po31 d n1 vmb vvi, pc-acp vbz dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3949 but he sets himselfe against it, and there is no commandement but he sets himself to obey it; but he sets himself against it, and there is no Commandment but he sets himself to obey it; cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3950 but the sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to him, he cannot abide it; but the sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to him, he cannot abide it; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3951 let them pray a thousand prayers, God abhors their prayers, if they have not upright hearts. let them pray a thousand Prayers, God abhors their Prayers, if they have not upright hearts. vvb pno32 vvi dt crd n2, np1 vvz po32 n2, cs pns32 vhb xx av-j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3952 So 1 Chron. 29. 17. see what David saith; as who should say, Lord, thou hast pleasure in uprightness; So 1 Chronicles 29. 17. see what David Says; as who should say, Lord, thou hast pleasure in uprightness; av crd np1 crd crd vvi r-crq np1 vvz; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1, pns21 vh2 n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3953 and then certainly thou hast some pleasure in me; and then Certainly thou hast Some pleasure in me; cc av av-j pns21 vh2 d n1 p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3954 for with an upright heart, and in the sincerity of my soule have I sought thee. for with an upright heart, and in the sincerity of my soul have I sought thee. p-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vhb pns11 vvn pno21. (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3955 Now on the contrary, if a man be not upright before God, if a man have a loose conversation, Now on the contrary, if a man be not upright before God, if a man have a lose Conversation, av p-acp dt n-jn, cs dt n1 vbb xx av-j p-acp np1, cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3956 and he be not sincere, the Lord abhors that man. and he be not sincere, the Lord abhors that man. cc pns31 vbb xx j, dt n1 vvz d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 324 Page 110
3957 Secondly, Consider that this is the totall summe of all that God requires in the Covenant of grace, that they should be upright and faithful in his Covenant; Secondly, Consider that this is the total sum of all that God requires in the Covenant of grace, that they should be upright and faithful in his Covenant; ord, vvb cst d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d cst np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi j cc j p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3958 as when he made his Covenant with Abraham, Gen. 17. 1. he saith, Walk before me, and be upright. as when he made his Covenant with Abraham, Gen. 17. 1. he Says, Walk before me, and be upright. c-acp c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz, vvb p-acp pno11, cc vbi j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3959 This is that God requires, and he would be an Almighty God unto him, and bless him, This is that God requires, and he would be an Almighty God unto him, and bless him, d vbz cst np1 vvz, cc pns31 vmd vbi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3960 and do him good to all generations. 1 Sam. 12. 24. It is the saying of Samuel to the people, Only fear the Lord, and walk before him with an upright heart. and do him good to all generations. 1 Sam. 12. 24. It is the saying of Samuel to the people, Only Fear the Lord, and walk before him with an upright heart. cc vdb pno31 j p-acp d n2. crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, av-j vvb dt n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3961 As who should say, this is the onely thing, and God requires no more; if God had required more, he might lawfully have done it; As who should say, this is the only thing, and God requires no more; if God had required more, he might lawfully have done it; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz dt j n1, cc np1 vvz av-dx av-dc; cs np1 vhd vvn av-dc, pns31 vmd av-j vhi vdn pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3962 if he had required the fulfilling of the Law to the utmost rigour, he might have done it; if he had required the fulfilling of the Law to the utmost rigour, he might have done it; cs pns31 vhd vvn dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmd vhi vdn pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3963 but this is the onely thing that God doth stand upon, that we should be upright before him; but this is the only thing that God does stand upon, that we should be upright before him; cc-acp d vbz dt j n1 cst np1 vdz vvi p-acp, cst pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3964 he doth not look that we should be Angels upon earth, but that we should be sincere, he does not look that we should be Angels upon earth, but that we should be sincere, pns31 vdz xx vvi cst pns12 vmd vbi n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3965 and no• goe a whoring from him wittingly and willingly. and no• go a whoring from him wittingly and willingly. cc n1 vvb dt vvg p-acp pno31 av-j cc av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 325 Page 110
3966 Thirdly, Consider, The least faith, the least grace and goodness, if it be with uprightness, is better then all the goodly performances of the whole world; Thirdly, Consider, The least faith, the least grace and Goodness, if it be with uprightness, is better then all the goodly performances of the Whole world; ord, vvb, dt ds n1, dt ds n1 cc n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1, vbz jc cs d dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3967 God liked more of the poor womans two mites, then of all the abundance that the Scribes and Pharisees cast into the Treasury; God liked more of the poor woman's two mites, then of all the abundance that the Scribes and Pharisees cast into the Treasury; np1 vvd dc pp-f dt j n2 crd n2, av pp-f d dt n1 cst dt n2 cc np2 vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3968 And he that gives a cup of cold water to a Prophet, in the name of a Prophet, shall no• lose his reward: And he that gives a cup of cold water to a Prophet, in the name of a Prophet, shall no• loose his reward: cc pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb n1 vvi po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3969 Therefore you shall see many poore beggarly things, over those things that other men have done, have been accepted; Therefore you shall see many poor beggarly things, over those things that other men have done, have been accepted; av pn22 vmb vvi d j j n2, p-acp d n2 cst j-jn n2 vhb vdn, vhb vbn vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3970 whereas the building of Hospitals and Colledges have been rejected; whereas the building of Hospitals and Colleges have been rejected; cs dt n-vvg pp-f n2 cc n2 vhb vbn vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3971 though a man have but a little knowledge, as many of the Martyrs hardly knew how many Sacraments there were; though a man have but a little knowledge, as many of the Martyrs hardly knew how many Sacraments there were; cs dt n1 vhb p-acp dt j n1, c-acp d pp-f dt n2 av vvd c-crq d n2 a-acp vbdr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3972 yet having uprightness, died at stake; yet having uprightness, died At stake; av vhg n1, vvd p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3973 so if a man have but a little faith with sincerity, it shall pass, when a thousand presumptuous fools shall goe to hell. so if a man have but a little faith with sincerity, it shall pass, when a thousand presumptuous Fools shall go to hell. av cs dt n1 vhb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi, c-crq dt crd j n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 326 Page 110
3974 Fourthly, Consider, God will wink at manifold and grievous faults, so there be sincerity and uprightness. Fourthly, Consider, God will wink At manifold and grievous Faults, so there be sincerity and uprightness. ord, vvb, np1 vmb vvi p-acp j cc j n2, av pc-acp vbi n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3975 Asa his faults were horrible faults, 1 Kings 15. 14. yet his heart was perfect: Asa his Faults were horrible Faults, 1 Kings 15. 14. yet his heart was perfect: np1 po31 n2 vbdr j n2, crd n2 crd crd av po31 n1 vbds j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3976 What a company of faults had he? what an horrible failing was this that he should cast the very Prophet of God into prison that reproved him? Now God answers, he had his failings, and horrible ones; What a company of Faults had he? what an horrible failing was this that he should cast the very Prophet of God into prison that reproved him? Now God answers, he had his failings, and horrible ones; q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vhd pns31? q-crq dt j vvg vbds d cst pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 cst vvd pno31? av np1 vvz, pns31 vhd po31 n2-vvg, cc j pi2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3977 yet he was a good man, for his heart was upright before me. Asa was not himselfe in that businesse; Asa was not Asa then; yet he was a good man, for his heart was upright before me. Asa was not himself in that business; Asa was not Asa then; av pns31 vbds dt j n1, p-acp po31 n1 vbds av-j p-acp pno11. np1 vbds xx px31 p-acp d n1; np1 vbds xx np1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3978 his heart was upright with the Lord. his heart was upright with the Lord. po31 n1 vbds av-j p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3979 So good Jehosaphat, a man that was grievously besmeared with corruptions and infirmities, and those no small ones; So good Jehoshaphat, a man that was grievously besmeared with corruptions and infirmities, and those no small ones; av j np1, dt n1 cst vbds av-j vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, cc d dx j pi2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3980 how fearfully did he marry his daughters into a most devillish Family, as if he had no fear of God before his eyes? he married them to the house of Ahab, and another time he helped the enemies of the Lord, how fearfully did he marry his daughters into a most devilish Family, as if he had no Fear of God before his eyes? he married them to the house of Ahab, and Another time he helped the enemies of the Lord, c-crq av-j vdd pns31 vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2? pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j-jn n1 pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3981 and loved them that hated the Lord; and loved them that hated the Lord; cc vvd pno32 cst vvd dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3982 I know not how he was hooked in to joyn with Ahab, and goe up to Ramoth ▪ Gilead; and when he had done this, I know not how he was hooked in to join with Ahab, and go up to Ramoth ▪ Gilead; and when he had done this, pns11 vvb xx c-crq pns31 vbds j-vvn p-acp p-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp np1 ▪ np1; cc c-crq pns31 vhd vdn d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 110
3983 and had humbled himselfe for this, he did it again, 2 Kings 3. 7. And the Reformation he wrought was not thorough, and had humbled himself for this, he did it again, 2 Kings 3. 7. And the Reformation he wrought was not thorough, cc vhd vvn px31 p-acp d, pns31 vdd pn31 av, crd n2 crd crd cc dt n1 pns31 vvn vbds xx j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3984 as it ought to have been; yet saith the Text, 2 Chro. 19. 3. There are good things in thee; as it ought to have been; yet Says the Text, 2 Chro 19. 3. There Are good things in thee; c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vhi vbn; av vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3985 because he was upright, the Lord was pleased to accept him; Because he was upright, the Lord was pleased to accept him; c-acp pns31 vbds j, dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3986 nay, I will tell you more, look upon the people at the Passeover in the dayes of Hezekiah, what a company of people came to Jerusalem to keep the Passeover, nay, I will tell you more, look upon the people At the Passover in the days of Hezekiah, what a company of people Come to Jerusalem to keep the Passover, uh-x, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-dc, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3987 and came horribly unprepared? the Text saith, they were not prepared according to the Law of Moses, which was a grievous thing; and Come horribly unprepared? the Text Says, they were not prepared according to the Law of Moses, which was a grievous thing; cc vvd av-j j? dt n1 vvz, pns32 vbdr xx vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3988 yet the Text saith, the Lord heard the prayers of Hezekiah for them, because they prepared their hearts to seeke the Lord; yet the Text Says, the Lord herd the Prayers of Hezekiah for them, Because they prepared their hearts to seek the Lord; av dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vvd po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3989 they did endeavour to grieve and be ashamed for their failings and want of preparation; they did endeavour to grieve and be ashamed for their failings and want of preparation; pns32 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vbi j p-acp po32 n2-vvg cc n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3990 now on the other side, what goodly men doth God reject, not being upright and sincere? as Jehu, what a glorious King was he? I warrant all the good people of Judah and Israel blessed God that ever he sate upon the Throne; now on the other side, what goodly men does God reject, not being upright and sincere? as Jehu, what a glorious King was he? I warrant all the good people of Judah and Israel blessed God that ever he sat upon the Throne; av p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq j n2 vdz np1 vvi, xx vbg j cc j? p-acp np1, r-crq dt j n1 vbds pns31? pns11 vvb d dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 vvn np1 cst av pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3991 what to root out Baal, and to destroy all the Idolatrous Priests, and to be zealous in it? come and see ▪ my zeal for the Lord; these were admirable things; what to root out Baal, and to destroy all the Idolatrous Priests, and to be zealous in it? come and see ▪ my zeal for the Lord; these were admirable things; r-crq pc-acp vvi av np1, cc pc-acp vvi d dt j n2, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31? vvb cc vvi ▪ po11 n1 p-acp dt n1; d vbdr j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3992 yet the Lord doth discharge him, and would have none of him, because he was not upright: yet the Lord does discharge him, and would have none of him, Because he was not upright: av dt n1 vdz vvi pno31, cc vmd vhi pix pp-f pno31, c-acp pns31 vbds xx av-j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3993 Look upon the Scribes and Pharisees, the none suches, and mirrours of their times; Look upon the Scribes and Pharisees, the none suches, and mirrors of their times; vvb p-acp dt n2 cc np2, dt pi vvz, cc n2 pp-f po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3994 that was a Proverbe in Israel, that if but two men in the world should go to Heaven, the one should be a Scribe, and the other Pharisee; that was a Proverb in Israel, that if but two men in the world should go to Heaven, the one should be a Scribe, and the other Pharisee; cst vbds dt n1 p-acp np1, cst cs p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, dt pi vmd vbi zz vvi, cc dt j-jn np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3995 they were thought to be the holiest men in the world; they were Thought to be the Holiest men in the world; pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi dt js n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3996 yet when the Lord saw this was not with an upright heart, he denounceth woe upon woe against them. yet when the Lord saw this was not with an upright heart, he Denounceth woe upon woe against them. av c-crq dt n1 vvd d vbds xx p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 327 Page 111
3997 Fifthly, Consider, That if we be upright, it will help us to profit by all Gods Ordinances; Fifthly, Consider, That if we be upright, it will help us to profit by all God's Ordinances; ord, vvb, cst cs pns12 vbb j, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d ng1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
3998 take the preaching of the word; take the preaching of the word; vvb dt vvg pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
3999 Micah 2. 7. the Prophet brings in the Lord speaking thus, that the word shall do such people good; micah 2. 7. the Prophet brings in the Lord speaking thus, that the word shall do such people good; np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvg av, cst dt n1 vmb vdi d n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4000 is there any man in the world that walks uprightly, that my word doth not do good unto, that it doth not comfort his heart, is there any man in the world that walks uprightly, that my word does not do good unto, that it does not Comfort his heart, vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz av-j, cst po11 n1 vdz xx vdi j p-acp, cst pn31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4001 and quicken his soul to obedience? is it not a light unto his feet, and a Lanthorne to his paths; and quicken his soul to Obedience? is it not a Light unto his feet, and a Lanthorn to his paths; cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1? vbz pn31 xx dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4002 so that an upright man, when he comes to the Ordinances of God, he shall be the better for it; so that an upright man, when he comes to the Ordinances of God, he shall be the better for it; av cst dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4003 when he goes to prayer, he shall be the better for it; when he comes to the Sacrament, he shall be the better for it; when he Goes to prayer, he shall be the better for it; when he comes to the Sacrament, he shall be the better for it; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp pn31; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4004 all the Ordinances of God shall doe him good; whereas if a man have a false heart, the word hardens him, prayer deads him; all the Ordinances of God shall do him good; whereas if a man have a false heart, the word hardens him, prayer deads him; d dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vdi pno31 j; cs cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1, dt n1 vvz pno31, n1 n2-j pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4005 if he come to the Sacrament, it is not for the better, but for the worse; if he come to the Sacrament, it is not for the better, but for the Worse; cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt jc, cc-acp p-acp dt av-jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4006 if he be reproved for his sins, if he have not a sincere heart, he is so much the worse, it will do him no good, it will make his heart rise up against those that reprove him, if he be reproved for his Sins, if he have not a sincere heart, he is so much the Worse, it will do him no good, it will make his heart rise up against those that reprove him, cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp po31 n2, cs pns31 vhb xx dt j n1, pns31 vbz av av-d dt av-jc, pn31 vmb vdi pno31 dx j, pn31 vmb vvi po31 n1 vvi a-acp p-acp d cst vvb pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4007 and hardens his heart so much the more. and hardens his heart so much the more. cc vvz po31 n1 av av-d dt av-dc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 328 Page 111
4008 Sixthly, Consider that if we be upright, what a deal of comfort this will be to our hearts; Sixthly, Consider that if we be upright, what a deal of Comfort this will be to our hearts; j, vvb cst cs pns12 vbb j, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 d vmb vbi p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4009 there is no comfort in the world comparable to the comfort of one that hath walked uprightly; there is no Comfort in the world comparable to the Comfort of one that hath walked uprightly; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst vhz vvn av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4010 as Hezekiah when he had received the sentence of death, what did comfort him? did all his wealth, as Hezekiah when he had received the sentence of death, what did Comfort him? did all his wealth, c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vdd vvi pno31? vdd d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4011 and greatness and renown comfort him? no, but remember Lord how I have walked before thee with an upright heart; and greatness and renown Comfort him? no, but Remember Lord how I have walked before thee with an upright heart; cc n1 cc n1 vvi pno31? uh-dx, p-acp vvi n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4012 marke what he saith, he doth not say, Remember Lord how I have reformed the Church, mark what he Says, he does not say, remember Lord how I have reformed the Church, vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vdz xx vvi, vvb n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4013 and purged the Temple, and thrown out all the abominations in the Land, and purified the Passeover, and purged the Temple, and thrown out all the abominations in the Land, and purified the Passover, cc vvd dt n1, cc vvn av d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd dt np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4014 and set the Ordinances of God in his house in due order; and Set the Ordinances of God in his house in due order; cc vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4015 no, none of all these comforted his heart, but looke what he did he did with an upright heart; no, none of all these comforted his heart, but look what he did he did with an upright heart; uh-dx, pix pp-f d d vvd po31 n1, cc-acp vvb r-crq pns31 vdd pno31 vdd p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4016 as who should say, I might have done all these things, but if it had not been with an upright heart, it had been nothing; as who should say, I might have done all these things, but if it had not been with an upright heart, it had been nothing; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vmd vhi vdn d d n2, cc-acp cs pn31 vhd xx vbn p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vhd vbn pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4017 that which I did I did from my heart, with a fear of thy command; I sought thee in it, and no by-ends; that which I did I did from my heart, with a Fear of thy command; I sought thee in it, and no by-ends; cst r-crq pns11 vdd pns11 vdd p-acp po11 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; pns11 vvd pno21 p-acp pn31, cc dx n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4018 all my care was to approve my selfe before thee; how Lord, remember this; all my care was to approve my self before thee; how Lord, Remember this; d po11 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21; q-crq n1, vvb d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4019 remember the infinite goodnesse and promises that thou hast made to those that are upright before thee. Remember the infinite Goodness and promises that thou hast made to those that Are upright before thee. vvb dt j n1 cc n2 cst pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp d cst vbr av-j p-acp pno21. (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4020 Nay, if thou hast an upright heart, whatsoever troubles come upon the earth, or upon thine own soul, Nay, if thou hast an upright heart, whatsoever Troubles come upon the earth, or upon thine own soul, uh-x, cs pns21 vh2 dt j n1, r-crq n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po21 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4021 if thou beest cast into prison, or made to flie from one Country to another, I tell thee, in the midst of all thy afflictions and troubles, if thou Best cast into prison, or made to fly from one Country to Another, I tell thee, in the midst of all thy afflictions and Troubles, cs pns21 vb2s vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, pns11 vvb pno21, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po21 n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 111
4022 if thou hast an upright heart, thou shalt have peace and comfort, Psal. 97. 11. in the midst of darkness, in the midst of afflictions there is some light, some cranney, some hold, some comfort for the righteous; if thou hast an upright heart, thou shalt have peace and Comfort, Psalm 97. 11. in the midst of darkness, in the midst of afflictions there is Some Light, Some cranney, Some hold, Some Comfort for the righteous; cs pns21 vh2 dt j n1, pns21 vm2 vhi n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbz d n1, d n1, d n1, d n1 p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 112
4023 on the other side, if a man be not upright, what a woeful case is this man in; on the other side, if a man be not upright, what a woeful case is this man in; p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs dt n1 vbb xx j, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d n1 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 112
4024 nay, though a man be upright, yet if he doe not apprehend himselfe to be so, what a lamentable case is he in? he can have no comfort; nay, though a man be upright, yet if he do not apprehend himself to be so, what a lamentable case is he in? he can have no Comfort; uh-x, cs dt n1 vbi j, av cs pns31 vdb xx vvi px31 pc-acp vbi av, q-crq dt j n1 vbz pns31 p-acp? pns31 vmb vhi dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 112
4025 all the skilful Physitians in Gilead can hardly fasten comfort upon that man; tell him of all his reformations and prayers, and good duties he hath performed; all the skilful Physicians in Gilead can hardly fasten Comfort upon that man; tell him of all his reformations and Prayers, and good duties he hath performed; d dt j n2 p-acp np1 vmb av vvi n1 p-acp d n1; vvb pno31 pp-f d po31 n2 cc n2, cc j n2 pns31 vhz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 112
4026 O saith he, all this is but hypocrisie, I am so dead and dull, God hath not all my heart; Oh Says he, all this is but hypocrisy, I am so dead and dull, God hath not all my heart; uh vvz pns31, d d vbz p-acp n1, pns11 vbm av j cc j, np1 vhz xx d po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 112
4027 tell him of his good desires and purposes, and endeavours, he is affraid he is not right; tell him of his good Desires and Purposes, and endeavours, he is afraid he is not right; vvb pno31 pp-f po31 j n2 cc n2, cc n2, pns31 vbz j pns31 vbz xx j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 112
4028 tell him of Gods promises to pardon him, he saith, I am not sincere, I am not upright. tell him of God's promises to pardon him, he Says, I am not sincere, I am not upright. vvb pno31 pp-f npg1 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vvz, pns11 vbm xx j, pns11 vbm xx j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 329 Page 112
4029 Lastly, If we be upright, we shall be blessed our selves, and not only our selves but our very posterity shall be blessed; Lastly, If we be upright, we shall be blessed our selves, and not only our selves but our very posterity shall be blessed; ord, cs pns12 vbb j, pns12 vmb vbi vvn po12 n2, cc xx av-j po12 n2 p-acp po12 j n1 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4030 as the Prophet David saith, Psal. 112. • His seed shall be mighty upon the earth; as the Prophet David Says, Psalm 112. • His seed shall be mighty upon the earth; c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd • png31 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4031 he speakes of the upright, nor onely himselfe shall be blessed, but he layeth up a blessing for the generation that shall come out of his loins; he speaks of the upright, nor only himself shall be blessed, but he Layeth up a blessing for the generation that shall come out of his loins; pns31 vvz pp-f dt j, ccx av-j px31 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi av pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4032 so Prov. 20. 7. his very children are blessed after him; so Curae 20. 7. his very children Are blessed After him; av np1 crd crd po31 j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4033 if thou set thy selfe to serve God uprightly with all thy heart though thou canst not leave thy children any great outward matters, if thou Set thy self to serve God uprightly with all thy heart though thou Canst not leave thy children any great outward matters, cs pns21 vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av-j p-acp d po21 n1 cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n2 d j j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4034 yet thou shalt leave them a blessing from Heaven; thy children shall fare the better for it; yet thou shalt leave them a blessing from Heaven; thy children shall fare the better for it; av pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp n1; po21 n2 vmb vvi dt jc p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4035 if we would know what shall become of our children, and would faine provide for them, let us be upright, if we would know what shall become of our children, and would feign provide for them, let us be upright, cs pns12 vmd vvi r-crq vmb vvi pp-f po12 n2, cc vmd av-j vvi p-acp pno32, vvb pno12 vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4036 and that is the way to •ay up a blessing in store for our children; and that is the Way to •ay up a blessing in store for our children; cc d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4037 now on the other side, if a man be not upright, he is so farre from treasuring up mercy for his children, that lie rather treasures up wrath both for them and his own soul; now on the other side, if a man be not upright, he is so Far from treasuring up mercy for his children, that lie rather treasures up wrath both for them and his own soul; av p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs dt n1 vbb xx j, pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg a-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, cst vvb av-c n2 p-acp n1 av-d p-acp pno32 cc po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4038 nay, though a man hath been never such a convert to outward appearance, never so strangely reformed, that all the Country admires at it; nay, though a man hath been never such a convert to outward appearance, never so strangely reformed, that all the Country admires At it; uh-x, cs dt n1 vhz vbn av d dt vvb p-acp j n1, av-x av av-j vvn, cst d dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4039 as it was the case of Simon Magus, he was a Conjurer, yet this man was converted very much to see too, he was wonderfully reformed, as it was the case of Simon Magus, he was a Conjurer, yet this man was converted very much to see too, he was wonderfully reformed, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns31 vbds dt n1, av d n1 vbds vvn av av-d pc-acp vvi av, pns31 vbds av-j vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4040 and gave over his Conjuring, and embraced the Gospel, and would follow the Saints, and joyned himselfe to Peter, and to Philip also, when he came to Town; and gave over his Conjuring, and embraced the Gospel, and would follow the Saints, and joined himself to Peter, and to Philip also, when he Come to Town; cc vvd p-acp po31 vvg, cc vvd dt n1, cc vmd vvi dt n2, cc vvn px31 p-acp np1, cc p-acp vvi av, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4041 yet having not an upright heart, the Text saith, he had no Lot nor portion in Jesus Christ, yet having not an upright heart, the Text Says, he had no Lot nor portion in jesus christ, av vhg xx dt j n1, dt n1 vvz, pns31 vhd dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4042 nor in the Covenant of grace and mercy, but was in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity. nor in the Covenant of grace and mercy, but was in the Gall of bitterness, and in the bound of iniquity. ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 330 Page 112
4043 The fourth Use is for examination, To examine our selves whither we be upright or no; The fourth Use is for examination, To examine our selves whither we be upright or no; dt ord n1 vbz p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 c-crq pns12 vbb j cc av-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 331 Page 112
4044 and this is a very necessary Use, because those that are no• sincere, are most subject to think they are sincere; and this is a very necessary Use, Because those that Are no• sincere, Are most Subject to think they Are sincere; cc d vbz dt av j n1, c-acp d cst vbr n1 j, vbr av-ds j-jn pc-acp vvi pns32 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 331 Page 112
4045 and they that are sincere indeed, are most afraid they are not sincere. and they that Are sincere indeed, Are most afraid they Are not sincere. cc pns32 cst vbr j av, vbr av-ds j pns32 vbr xx j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 331 Page 112
4046 Therefore first, Consider, A sincere man is universal in regard of all the commandements of God, he doth set himself in all his wayes, to obey God in all his statutes; Therefore First, Consider, A sincere man is universal in regard of all the Commandments of God, he does Set himself in all his ways, to obey God in all his statutes; av ord, vvb, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vdz vvi px31 p-acp d po31 n2, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4047 as we may see, Psal. 119 6. This is an upright man, that hath respect to all Gods commandements; as we may see, Psalm 119 6. This is an upright man, that hath respect to all God's Commandments; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd d vbz dt j n1, cst vhz n1 p-acp d ng1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4048 but a false-hearted man, may be he will do something, he will pick and choose, and take what he likes of the commandments of God; but a False-hearted man, may be he will do something, he will pick and choose, and take what he likes of the Commandments of God; cc-acp dt j n1, vmb vbi pns31 vmb vdi pi, pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvb r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4049 some things he will doe, others he will not doe; Some things he will do, Others he will not do; d n2 pns31 vmb vdi, n2-jn pns31 vmb xx vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4050 he cannot be gotten to stoop to all Gods holy will, he will never yield to that; he cannot be got to stoop to all God's holy will, he will never yield to that; pns31 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 j n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4051 may be he will not commit adultery, but then he will drinke horribly; may be he will not swear, but then he will lye; may be he will not commit adultery, but then he will drink horribly; may be he will not swear, but then he will lie; vmb vbi pns31 vmb xx vvi n1, cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi av-j; vmb vbi pns31 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp cs pns31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4052 if he be good in one thing, he will not be good in another; if he be good in one thing, he will not be good in Another; cs pns31 vbb j p-acp crd n1, pns31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4053 if he be diligent in his particular calling, he will be negligent in his general calling; if he be diligent in his particular calling, he will be negligent in his general calling; cs pns31 vbb j p-acp po31 j n-vvg, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n1 vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4054 he will not be holy and strict, and one that doth walk in Gods holy Laws; he will not be holy and strict, and one that does walk in God's holy Laws; pns31 vmb xx vbi j cc j, cc pi cst vdz vvi p-acp npg1 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4055 a true upright man doth not deal with the commandements of God as the swine doth with the pease-cods, that will squeeze them, and then leave the rest; a true upright man does not deal with the Commandments of God as the Swine does with the peascods, that will squeeze them, and then leave the rest; dt j j n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp dt n2, cst vmb vvi pno32, cc av vvb dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4056 but an upright man digests all the commandments of God. but an upright man digests all the Commandments of God. cc-acp dt j n1 vvz d dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 332 Page 112
4057 Secondly, An upright man, he is universal in all graces, he is a man of all graces; Secondly, an upright man, he is universal in all graces, he is a man of all graces; ord, dt j n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp d n2, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 112
4058 for why is God said to be the God of all grace? but in respect that his people have all graces in them, for why is God said to be the God of all grace? but in respect that his people have all graces in them, c-acp q-crq vbz np1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1? cc-acp p-acp n1 cst po31 n1 vhb d n2 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4059 and he is the Author of all; and he is the Author of all; cc pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4060 2 Cor. 8. 7. the Apostle saith, therefore as you abound in every grace, &c. As who should say, 2 Cor. 8. 7. the Apostle Says, Therefore as you abound in every grace, etc. As who should say, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, av c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4061 if you be sincere, for so it is in the next verse, &c. you do not shew your selves to be sincere in your love to God and his Church, if you be sincere, for so it is in the next verse, etc. you do not show your selves to be sincere in your love to God and his Church, cs pn22 vbb j, c-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n1, av pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4062 unless you abound in this grace and that grace, and all the graces of Gods holy spirit; unless you abound in this grace and that grace, and all the graces of God's holy Spirit; cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n1 cc d n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f n2 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4063 so that a man must have all graces that is upright; there must be none wanting; so that a man must have all graces that is upright; there must be none wanting; av cst dt n1 vmb vhi d n2 cst vbz j; pc-acp vmb vbi pix vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4064 he must have the whole image of God, he must have the whole new cloathing, he must be a new creature, he must be endued with all the cluster of graces, Eph. 5. 9. And as the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. you may see there how all graces are concatenated and linked together, that if a man have one he must have all; he must have the Whole image of God, he must have the Whole new clothing, he must be a new creature, he must be endued with all the cluster of graces, Ephesians 5. 9. And as the Apostle speaks, 2 Pet. 1. 5, 6, 7. you may see there how all graces Are concatenated and linked together, that if a man have one he must have all; pns31 vmb vhi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vhi dt j-jn j n1, pns31 vmb vbi dt j n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d dt vvi pp-f n2, np1 crd crd cc c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn22 vmb vvi a-acp c-crq d n2 vbr vvn cc vvn av, cst cs dt n1 vhb pi pns31 vmb vhi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4065 suppose a man should have faith, if he should not adde to his faith vertue, what would his faith do him good? he is never the nearer, his faith cannot save him, he must adde to it vertue; suppose a man should have faith, if he should not add to his faith virtue, what would his faith do him good? he is never the nearer, his faith cannot save him, he must add to it virtue; vvb dt n1 vmd vhi n1, cs pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1 n1, r-crq vmd po31 n1 vdb pno31 j? pns31 vbz av-x dt jc, po31 n1 vmbx vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4066 and when a man hath faith, if he have not knowledge, what is zeal without knowledge? the Apostle preacheth the doctrine of reprobation against the Jews for their zeal, when they had not knowledge; and when a man hath faith, if he have not knowledge, what is zeal without knowledge? the Apostle Preacheth the Doctrine of reprobation against the jews for their zeal, when they had not knowledge; cc c-crq dt n1 vhz n1, cs pns31 vhb xx n1, r-crq vbz n1 p-acp n1? dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt np2 p-acp po32 n1, c-crq pns32 vhd xx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4067 a man cannot be really vertuous, unless he hath knowledge, and doth it with wisedom and discretion; a man cannot be really virtuous, unless he hath knowledge, and does it with Wisdom and discretion; dt n1 vmbx vbi av-j j, cs pns31 vhz n1, cc vdz pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4068 now if a man had faith, and all other vertues, and were not temperate, he were a very beast; now if a man had faith, and all other Virtues, and were not temperate, he were a very beast; av cs dt n1 vhd n1, cc d j-jn n2, cc vbdr xx j, pns31 vbdr dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4069 and if a man had all these, and had not patience, a man cannot possess his s•ul; and if a man had all these, and had not patience, a man cannot possess his s•ul; cc cs dt n1 vhd d d, cc vhd xx n1, dt n1 vmbx vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4070 though a man hath faith, yet without patience he cannot inherit the promises; so that you see an upright man is one that hath all graces; though a man hath faith, yet without patience he cannot inherit the promises; so that you see an upright man is one that hath all graces; cs dt n1 vhz n1, av p-acp n1 pns31 vmbx vvi dt n2; av cst pn22 vvb dt j n1 vbz pi cst vhz d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4071 so that a man that hath not all the graces of Gods spirit, if he want one, he hath never a one of them; so that a man that hath not all the graces of God's Spirit, if he want one, he hath never a one of them; av cst dt n1 cst vhz xx d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cs pns31 vvb pi, pns31 vhz av-x dt crd pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4072 and thus it is with every man that is not right, though he may have admirable qualities and endowments of Gods blessed spirit, and thus it is with every man that is not right, though he may have admirable qualities and endowments of God's blessed Spirit, cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 cst vbz xx j-jn, cs pns31 vmb vhi j n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 j-vvn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4073 yet if he have not all, he is not upright; but now an upright man hath all the graces of Gods spirit; yet if he have not all, he is not upright; but now an upright man hath all the graces of God's Spirit; av cs pns31 vhb xx d, pns31 vbz xx j; cc-acp av dt j n1 vhz d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4074 'tis true, some of Gods children are more eminent in one grace, and some in another, it's true, Some of God's children Are more eminent in one grace, and Some in Another, pn31|vbz j, d pp-f npg1 n2 vbr av-dc j p-acp crd n1, cc d p-acp j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4075 but every child of God hath all the graces of Gods spirit; if a man want one, he cannot have another. but every child of God hath all the graces of God's Spirit; if a man want one, he cannot have Another. cc-acp d n1 pp-f np1 vhz d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1; cs dt n1 vvb pi, pns31 vmbx vhb j-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 333 Page 113
4076 Thirdly, An upright man is universal in regard of place, he is not onely good among good company, Thirdly, an upright man is universal in regard of place, he is not only good among good company, ord, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz xx av-j j p-acp j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4077 but good also among bad company; he is good out of the Church, as well as in the Church; but good also among bad company; he is good out of the Church, as well as in the Church; cc-acp j av p-acp j n1; pns31 vbz j av pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4078 and good at home, as well as in the streets, among such and such; he is good abroad, as well as in his own Town; and good At home, as well as in the streets, among such and such; he is good abroad, as well as in his own Town; cc j p-acp n1-an, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n2, p-acp d cc d; pns31 vbz j av, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4079 as you may see, Psalm 16. 8. I have alwayes set God before mine eyes; as you may see, Psalm 16. 8. I have always Set God before mine eyes; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 crd crd pns11 vhb av vvn np1 p-acp po11 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4080 an upright man wheresoever he is, he sets God before his eyes, that he may not provoke him, nor offend him; an upright man wheresoever he is, he sets God before his eyes, that he may not provoke him, nor offend him; dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vbz, pns31 vvz np1 p-acp po31 n2, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi pno31, ccx vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4081 The upright dwell in his presence, Psalm 140. 13. you wil say, may be they goe an hundred miles off, The upright dwell in his presence, Psalm 140. 13. you will say, may be they go an hundred miles off, dt av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi, vmb vbi pns32 vvb dt crd n2 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4082 but wheresoever they go they dwell in his presence, and this makes him good in all places, but wheresoever they go they dwell in his presence, and this makes him good in all places, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc d vvz pno31 j p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4083 now a rotten-hearted man, may be he will be good in the Church, but leaves his Religion at the Church doore; now a rotten-hearted man, may be he will be good in the Church, but leaves his Religion At the Church door; av dt j n1, vmb vbi pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4084 may be he will be good abroad, but he will neglect his own family; or if he be honest and well ordered while he is in his own Parish, may be he will be good abroad, but he will neglect his own family; or if he be honest and well ordered while he is in his own Parish, vmb vbi pns31 vmb vbi j av, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1; cc cs pns31 vbb j cc av vvn cs pns31 vbz p-acp po31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4085 yet let him go abroad afar off into another Town where no body knows him, may be there he will flie out; yet let him go abroad afar off into Another Town where no body knows him, may be there he will fly out; av vvb pno31 vvi av av a-acp p-acp j-jn n1 c-crq dx n1 vvz pno31, vmb vbi a-acp pns31 vmb vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4086 you shall see many a professor, that joyns himself to the people of God at home, and will be drunk abroad; you shall see many a professor, that joins himself to the people of God At home, and will be drunk abroad; pn22 vmb vvi d dt n1, cst vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1-an, cc vmb vbi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4087 these are false and unsound hearts, that are not good in all places; if they be godly openly, they are not so secretly; these Are false and unsound hearts, that Are not good in all places; if they be godly openly, they Are not so secretly; d vbr j cc j n2, cst vbr xx j p-acp d n2; cs pns32 vbb j av-j, pns32 vbr xx av av-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4088 thus it is with wicked and ungodly men, if they come among good people, they will not for shame drinke nor swill nor swear, nor speake against goodness; thus it is with wicked and ungodly men, if they come among good people, they will not for shame drink nor swill nor swear, nor speak against Goodness; av pn31 vbz p-acp j cc j n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp j n1, pns32 vmb xx p-acp n1 n1 ccx n1 ccx vvi, ccx vvi p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4089 but if they be among wicked people, they will side with them, and may be gird at the Saints of God, and give them back blows; but if they be among wicked people, they will side with them, and may be gird At the Saints of God, and give them back blows; cc-acp cs pns32 vbb p-acp j n1, pns32 vmb n1 p-acp pno32, cc vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi pno32 av n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4090 just as it is with water, put it into a Tub, it will have the shape of a Tub; just as it is with water, put it into a Tub, it will have the shape of a Tub; av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4091 put it into a Beaker, it will have the shape of a Beaker; it still fashions it self according to the vessel into which it is put; put it into a Beaker, it will have the shape of a Beaker; it still fashions it self according to the vessel into which it is put; vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pn31 av n2 pn31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4092 but an upright man is like a solid thing that keeps its own figure, he is the same in all places. but an upright man is like a solid thing that keeps its own figure, he is the same in all places. cc-acp dt j n1 vbz av-j dt j n1 cst vvz po31 d n1, pns31 vbz dt d p-acp d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 334 Page 113
4093 Fourthly, An upright man is universal in regard of time, he is good at all times, Psal. 106. 3. Blessed is he that keeps judgement and righteousness at all times; Fourthly, an upright man is universal in regard of time, he is good At all times, Psalm 106. 3. Blessed is he that keeps judgement and righteousness At all times; ord, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd j-vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4094 not as though a childe of God may not fall fearfully many times, but it is against the absolute bent of his heart, not as though a child of God may not fallen fearfully many times, but it is against the absolute bent of his heart, xx c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi av-j d n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4095 and care and study of his soul; and care and study of his soul; cc n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4096 a Divine sets it out by a spring between a couple of hills, it will alwayes run, it will either run thorough those lets that stop it, a Divine sets it out by a spring between a couple of hills, it will always run, it will either run through those lets that stop it, dt j-jn vvz pn31 av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmb av vvi, pn31 vmb d vvi p-acp d n2 cst vvb pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4097 or else it will run over those lets; it cannot cease running if it be a living spring; or Else it will run over those lets; it cannot cease running if it be a living spring; cc av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n2; pn31 vmbx vvi vvg cs pn31 vbb dt j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4098 so a godly sincere heart is good at all times; so a godly sincere heart is good At all times; av dt j j n1 vbz j p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4099 now an unsound Christian, that never had the true grace of life in his heart, he will not be good at all times, he will be good by fits and turns; now an unsound Christian, that never had the true grace of life in his heart, he will not be good At all times, he will be good by fits and turns; av dt j njp, cst av-x vhd dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp d n2, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp n2 cc vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4100 when he is smitten at a Sermon, when he is under the rod, under a cross, when he is smitten At a Sermon, when he is under the rod, under a cross, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4101 then he will fall foul with his •ins, and when conscience is up, then he will be good; then he will fallen foul with his •ins, and when conscience is up, then he will be good; cs pns31 vmb vvi j p-acp po31 n2, cc c-crq n1 vbz a-acp, cs pns31 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4102 as a Windmill goeth as long as the wind sills the sailes; as a Windmill Goes as long as the wind sills the sails; c-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4103 but if the wind be down, the grist may lie long enough till the wind blow again; but if the wind be down, the grist may lie long enough till the wind blow again; cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb a-acp, dt n1 vmb vvi av-j av-d p-acp dt n1 vvb av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4104 but a true Christian is like a good boate man, if the wind blow he may go the better, but a true Christian is like a good boat man, if the wind blow he may go the better, cc-acp dt j np1 vbz av-j dt j n1 n1, cs dt n1 vvb pns31 vmb vvi dt jc, (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4105 but if the wind be down he will goe too, nay, he will labour so much the more; but if the wind be down he will go too, nay, he will labour so much the more; cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb p-acp pns31 vmb vvi av, uh-x, pns31 vmb vvi av av-d dt av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4106 he will go though it be against wind and tide; he will go though it be against wind and tide; pns31 vmb vvi cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4107 so it is with an upright man, he is good at all times, not only when he is well, so it is with an upright man, he is good At all times, not only when he is well, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp d n2, xx av-j c-crq pns31 vbz av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4108 but also when he is sick; he is good in prosperity, and good in adversity; good when his conscience is up, and good when his conscience is not so stirring; but also when he is sick; he is good in Prosperity, and good in adversity; good when his conscience is up, and good when his conscience is not so stirring; cc-acp av c-crq pns31 vbz j; pns31 vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1; j c-crq po31 n1 vbz a-acp, cc j c-crq po31 n1 vbz xx av vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4109 though he wants some helps, and drives so much the more heavily, yet he strives and will be good; though he Wants Some helps, and drives so much the more heavily, yet he strives and will be good; cs pns31 vvz d n2, cc vvz av av-d dt av-dc av-j, av pns31 vvz cc vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4110 but an ungodly heart, may be he may be good sometimes, but it will not hold; but an ungodly heart, may be he may be good sometime, but it will not hold; cc-acp dt j n1, vmb vbi pns31 vmb vbi j av, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4111 as it is said of Sigismund the Emperour, when he was sick, then he would be good and godly, as it is said of Sigismund the Emperor, when he was sick, then he would be good and godly, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds j, cs pns31 vmd vbi j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4112 and thought of repentance, and sent for a Confessor, and would repent, and asked him Have I not repented? yes saith he, if it hold; and Thought of Repentance, and sent for a Confessor, and would Repent, and asked him Have I not repented? yes Says he, if it hold; cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vmd vvi, cc vvd pno31 vhb pns11 xx vvn? uh vvz pns31, cs pn31 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4113 but a wicked mans repentance will not hold; let God but pluck out the arrow, he will return to his old byas again, but a wicked men Repentance will not hold; let God but pluck out the arrow, he will return to his old bias again, cc-acp dt j ng1 n1 vmb xx vvi; vvb np1 cc-acp vvi av dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4114 and he is never the nearer, nay, may be he is worse then he was before. and he is never the nearer, nay, may be he is Worse then he was before. cc pns31 vbz av-x dt jc, uh-x, vmb vbi pns31 vbz jc cs pns31 vbds a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 335 Page 114
4115 Fifthly, An upright man is universal in regard of parts; Fifthly, an upright man is universal in regard of parts; ord, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4116 as Christ speaks of his Spouse, Thou art all fair my love, Cant. 4. 7. She was all fair in all parts, as christ speaks of his Spouse, Thou art all fair my love, Cant 4. 7. She was all fair in all parts, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f po31 n1, pns21 vb2r d j po11 n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vbds d j p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4117 and there was no spot in her; and there was no spot in her; cc a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4118 he doth not deny but there was failings and weaknesses, but no such soul spots as upon wicked men; he does not deny but there was failings and Weaknesses, but no such soul spots as upon wicked men; pns31 vdz xx vvi cc-acp a-acp vbds n2-vvg cc n2, cc-acp dx d n1 vvz a-acp p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4119 so a godly man is all fair; so a godly man is all fair; av dt j n1 vbz d j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4120 his understanding that is teachable, and made to savour of the truth, and capable to be guided and informed by the spirit of God ▪ you know there is rebellion in the understandings of men, carnal reasons, his understanding that is teachable, and made to savour of the truth, and capable to be guided and informed by the Spirit of God ▪ you know there is rebellion in the understandings of men, carnal Reasons, po31 n1 cst vbz j, cc vvd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 ▪ pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4121 and strong holds, and haughty and proud principles of reasoning; and strong holds, and haughty and proud principles of reasoning; cc j n2, cc j cc j n2 pp-f vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4122 if they are convinced of a sin, they will not leave it, they have reasonings for that •n; if they Are convinced of a since, they will not leave it, they have reasonings for that •n; cs pns32 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31, pns32 vhb n2-vvg p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4123 and if they have never such convictions for a duty, there is rebellion in the understanding to put off this; and if they have never such convictions for a duty, there is rebellion in the understanding to put off this; cc cs pns32 vhb av d n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4124 but an upright heart, his understanding is good in some measure, he is unfeignedly willing to be instructed of God; but an upright heart, his understanding is good in Some measure, he is unfeignedly willing to be instructed of God; cc-acp dt j n1, po31 n1 vbz j p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4125 whatsoever course he takes, tell him out of the word of God that it is not good, whatsoever course he Takes, tell him out of the word of God that it is not good, r-crq n1 pns31 vvz, vvb pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pn31 vbz xx j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4126 though his life depends upon it, it shall goe, he dares not stand out against God; though his life depends upon it, it shall go, he dares not stand out against God; cs po31 n1 vvz p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz xx vvi av p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4127 but a wicked heart hath not a teachable understanding ▪ it is still under its stubbornness and stoutness, and reasoning against God: but a wicked heart hath not a teachable understanding ▪ it is still under its stubbornness and stoutness, and reasoning against God: cc-acp dt j n1 vhz xx dt j n1 ▪ pn31 vbz av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc vvg p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4128 and things he doth not like, he will not see; and things he does not like, he will not see; cc n2 pns31 vdz xx av-j, pns31 vmb xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4129 when there is any sin he would not leave, or any duty he would not doe, when there is any since he would not leave, or any duty he would not do, c-crq pc-acp vbz d n1 pns31 vmd xx vvi, cc d n1 pns31 vmd xx vdi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4130 as Christ saith, Mat. 13. 15. he thus his eyes, and will not see. as christ Says, Mathew 13. 15. he thus his eyes, and will not see. c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 av po31 n2, cc vmb xx vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4131 What wicked man that lives under the Gospel of God, but may see his courses are naught, What wicked man that lives under the Gospel of God, but may see his courses Are nought, q-crq j n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp vmb vvi po31 n2 vbr pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4132 but he will not see it? how many sins do ungodly men keep? there is light enough, but he will not see it? how many Sins do ungodly men keep? there is Light enough, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31? c-crq d n2 vdb j n2 vvi? pc-acp vbz n1 av-d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4133 and reason enough against their sinnes, but they have sturdy mindes, and will not be convinced of it. and reason enough against their Sins, but they have sturdy minds, and will not be convinced of it. cc n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp pns32 vhb j n2, cc vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 336 Page 114
4134 Again, An upright man his heart is converted and made godly, his will is made pliable to be led by God, Again, an upright man his heart is converted and made godly, his will is made pliable to be led by God, av, dt j n1 po31 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn j, po31 n1 vbz vvn j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 114
4135 and guided by Gods blessed spirit: the stone is taken out of it; and guided by God's blessed Spirit: the stone is taken out of it; cc vvn p-acp ng1 j-vvn n1: dt n1 vbz vvn av pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 114
4136 there may be much hardness, but the stone is gone, the heart of stone is gone, there may be much hardness, but the stone is gone, the heart of stone is gone, pc-acp vmb vbi d n1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 114
4137 and he hath an heart of flesh given unto him, to be sensible of God, and sensible of his word, and sensible of the light that shines in his face; and he hath an heart of Flesh given unto him, to be sensible of God, and sensible of his word, and sensible of the Light that shines in his face; cc pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi j pp-f np1, cc j pp-f po31 n1, cc j pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 114
4138 and his heart being converted, he is moved by an inward principle, and so moves the more willingly, and the more freely; and his heart being converted, he is moved by an inward principle, and so moves the more willingly, and the more freely; cc po31 n1 vbg vvn, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc av vvz dt av-dc av-j, cc dt av-dc av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4139 as David saith, 1 Chron. 28. 9. He hath a willing heart. as David Says, 1 Chronicles 28. 9. He hath a willing heart. c-acp np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vhz dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4140 But now a carnal heart, and a heart that is not turned to God, the stone is not taken out, a man rebels to this day; But now a carnal heart, and a heart that is not turned to God, the stone is not taken out, a man rebels to this day; p-acp av dt j n1, cc dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 vbz xx vvn av, dt n1 n2 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4141 if he be moved to goodnesse, it is not by an inward principle, but by education or goodnesse of nature; if he be moved to Goodness, it is not by an inward principle, but by education or Goodness of nature; cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4142 or by the stings of conscience that overpower his heart; or by reason of a great light that breaks in and overawes his heart: or by the stings of conscience that overpower his heart; or by reason of a great Light that breaks in and overawes his heart: cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cst vvi po31 n1; cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp cc vvz po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4143 Therefore a naughty heart, be he never so good and fair-carriaged, may be his conscience sometimes makes him forbear more then he would, Therefore a naughty heart, be he never so good and fair-carriaged, may be his conscience sometime makes him forbear more then he would, av dt j n1, vbb pns31 av-x av j cc j, vmb vbi po31 n1 av vvz pno31 vvi dc cs pns31 vmd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4144 and makes him doe more good then he would; and makes him do more good then he would; cc vvz pno31 vdi dc j cs pns31 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4145 but a godly heart is willing to doe what good he can, nay he would doe more good then he can doe, but a godly heart is willing to do what good he can, nay he would do more good then he can do, cc-acp dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi r-crq j pns31 vmb, uh-x pns31 vmd vdi av-dc j cs pns31 vmb vdi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4146 nay he never can doe so much as he would, he is ashamed of all his works; nay he never can do so much as he would, he is ashamed of all his works; uh-x pns31 av-x vmb vdi av av-d c-acp pns31 vmd, pns31 vbz j pp-f d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4147 look what he doth, •he doth it with a willing heart. look what he does, •he does it with a willing heart. vvb r-crq pns31 vdz, n1 vdz pn31 p-acp dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 337 Page 115
4148 Again ▪ A godly heart is good in his memory ▪ as David saith, Psalm 119. 16. I will never forget thy precepts. Again ▪ A godly heart is good in his memory ▪ as David Says, Psalm 119. 16. I will never forget thy Precepts. av ▪ dt j n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1 ▪ c-acp np1 vvz, n1 crd crd pns11 vmb av-x vvi po21 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 338 Page 115
4149 His memory is turned to good things, and made to remember good things; His memory is turned to good things, and made to Remember good things; po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2, cc vvd pc-acp vvi j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 338 Page 115
4150 he hideth the word of God in his heart, that he may not sin against him: he Hideth the word of God in his heart, that he may not sin against him: pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 338 Page 115
4151 But a carnal heart forgets to be good, and zealous, and please God, and obey God; But a carnal heart forgets to be good, and zealous, and please God, and obey God; cc-acp dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc vvb np1, cc vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 338 Page 115
4152 his memory is not washed and sanctified in any measure. Again, A good man is good in his thoughts; his memory is not washed and sanctified in any measure. Again, A good man is good in his thoughts; po31 n1 vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1. av, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 338 Page 115
4153 he doth not onely purge the outside of the platter, but the inside also; he labours to have his thoughts set upon things above; he does not only purge the outside of the platter, but the inside also; he labours to have his thoughts Set upon things above; pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1-an pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt av-an av; pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi po31 n2 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 339 Page 115
4154 he labours that vain thoughts may not lodge in him; he labours that vain thoughts may not lodge in him; pns31 vvz d j n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 339 Page 115
4155 nay his main care is within doors, in his own bosome, to have his thoughts upright towards God. nay his main care is within doors, in his own bosom, to have his thoughts upright towards God. uh-x po31 j n1 vbz p-acp n2, p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vhi po31 n2 av-j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 339 Page 115
4156 So again, he is good in his affections, he doth hunger and thirst after righteousness, he doth desire the things that are most excellent, he doth delight in God and his presence; So again, he is good in his affections, he does hunger and thirst After righteousness, he does desire the things that Are most excellent, he does delight in God and his presence; av av, pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vdz n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vdz vvi dt n2 cst vbr av-ds j, pns31 vdz vvi p-acp np1 cc po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4157 he mourns for his sins, and mourns that he can mourn no more; he hath all his affections in some measure rightly seated and qualified; he mourns for his Sins, and mourns that he can mourn no more; he hath all his affections in Some measure rightly seated and qualified; pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; pns31 vhz d po31 n2 p-acp d n1 av-jn vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4158 he is good all over, as the Apostle Paul saith, 1 Thes. 5. 23. The God of peace sanctifie you throughout. he is good all over, as the Apostle Paul Says, 1 Thebes 5. 23. The God of peace sanctify you throughout. pns31 vbz j av-d a-acp, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb pn22 a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4159 As who should say, This is sincerity, and I pray God give it you, that you may not deceive your own souls, As who should say, This is sincerity, and I pray God give it you, that you may not deceive your own Souls, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz n1, cc pns11 vvb np1 vvi pn31 pn22, cst pn22 vmb xx vvi po22 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4160 but that your whole spirit and body, and soule, and whole man may be true in the eyes of the Lord: but that your Whole Spirit and body, and soul, and Whole man may be true in the eyes of the Lord: cc-acp cst po22 j-jn n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4161 But now a carnal heart is not thus; But now a carnal heart is not thus; cc-acp av dt j n1 vbz xx av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4162 though he be like a whited Sepulchre, he doth seem outwardly to be a good man, though he be like a whited Sepulchre, he does seem outwardly to be a good man, cs pns31 vbb av-j dt vvn n1, pns31 vdz vvi av-j pc-acp vbi dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4163 and a man cannot check him; and a man cannot check him; cc dt n1 vmbx vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4164 if a man should say, such a one is rotten, he should be th•ught to be censorious and uncharitable; if a man should say, such a one is rotten, he should be th•ught to be censorious and uncharitable; cs dt n1 vmd vvi, d dt pi vbz vvn, pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4165 yet in his inward parts he is naught, if a man be not upright, he doth not look to his thoughts, yet in his inward parts he is nought, if a man be not upright, he does not look to his thoughts, av p-acp po31 j n2 pns31 vbz pix, cs dt n1 vbb xx j, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4166 but can let them be vaine and unfruitfull, and can let his affections run at randome; but can let them be vain and unfruitful, and can let his affections run At random; cc-acp vmb vvi pno32 vbi j cc j, cc vmb vvi po31 n2 vvn p-acp av-an; (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4167 he is not affected with God, he doth not mourn for his sins, he doth not delight in good things, his affections are not set upon things that are above. he is not affected with God, he does not mourn for his Sins, he does not delight in good things, his affections Are not Set upon things that Are above. pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp j n2, po31 n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp n2 cst vbr a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 340 Page 115
4168 Sixthly, An upright man is universal in regard of cases and conditions, if he be under any kinde of temptation whatsoever, Sixthly, an upright man is universal in regard of cases and conditions, if he be under any kind of temptation whatsoever, j, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cs pns31 vbb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq, (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4169 as we may see, James 1. 12. It is nothing for a man to be godly, as we may see, James 1. 12. It is nothing for a man to be godly, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4170 and meek, and patient, and vertuous, when he is not tempted; the Devil himselfe is good when he is pleased, as we say: and meek, and patient, and virtuous, when he is not tempted; the devil himself is good when he is pleased, as we say: cc j, cc j, cc j, c-crq pns31 vbz xx vvn; dt n1 px31 vbz j c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb: (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4171 This is godlinesse and uprightnesse, when a man resists temptations ▪ when a man doth watch and pray, This is godliness and uprightness, when a man resists temptations ▪ when a man does watch and pray, d vbz n1 cc n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz n2 ▪ c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi cc vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4172 and is careful that he may not enter into temptations; when a man is careful of all the objects, and beginnings, and occasions of sin; and is careful that he may not enter into temptations; when a man is careful of all the objects, and beginnings, and occasions of since; cc vbz j cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n2; c-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f d dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4173 when a man fights against the temptations of the flesh, and warres against the suggestions of Satan, when a man fights against the temptations of the Flesh, and wars against the suggestions of Satan, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4174 and puts on all the armour of God, to withstand the fiery darts of the Devil; and puts on all the armour of God, to withstand the fiery darts of the devil; cc vvz p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4175 though he be tempted to be proud, and wrathful, and impatient, yet he will not; though he be tempted to be proud, and wrathful, and impatient, yet he will not; cs pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j, av pns31 vmb xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4176 'tis true, now and then he may be overcome against his principles, and care, and labour, it's true, now and then he may be overcome against his principles, and care, and labour, pn31|vbz j, av cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4177 but that is as a dagger to his heart. This is his course and practise to fight against temptations: but that is as a dagger to his heart. This is his course and practice to fight against temptations: cc-acp cst vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. d vbz po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 115
4178 nay take him in the desperatest cases, yet a godly man is sincere; nay take him in the desperatest cases, yet a godly man is sincere; uh-x vvb pno31 p-acp dt js n2, av dt j n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4179 take him when he is most afraid that he is not sincere, when he cries out, take him when he is most afraid that he is not sincere, when he cries out, vvb pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz av-ds j cst pns31 vbz xx j, c-crq pns31 vvz av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4180 how dastardly am I for God? how dead in good duties? how full of unbelief? what a vile heart have I? how filthy and untoward? take him in these desperate lifts, he is not without sincerity; how dastardly am I for God? how dead in good duties? how full of unbelief? what a vile heart have I? how filthy and untoward? take him in these desperate lifts, he is not without sincerity; c-crq j vbm pns11 p-acp np1? q-crq j p-acp j n2? q-crq j pp-f n1? q-crq dt j n1 vhb pns11? q-crq j cc j? vvb pno31 p-acp d j vvz, pns31 vbz xx p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4181 and in this case he doth one of these two things; and in this case he does one of these two things; cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vdz pi pp-f d crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4182 either he walks according to the measure of grace given unto him, or else according to the condition wherein he is; either he walks according to the measure of grace given unto him, or Else according to the condition wherein he is; av-d pns31 vvz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, cc av vvg p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4183 'tis true, the conditions Gods people are in, are sometimes better, and sometimes worse; sometimes horrible distempers are up, and sometimes they are down; it's true, the conditions God's people Are in, Are sometime better, and sometime Worse; sometime horrible distempers Are up, and sometime they Are down; pn31|vbz j, dt n2 n2 n1 vbr p-acp, vbr av j, cc av av-jc; av j n2 vbr a-acp, cc av pns32 vbr a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4184 but when they are never so up, he doth as a man in that case may doe; but when they Are never so up, he does as a man in that case may do; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr av-x av a-acp, pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4185 as a man when he is bound hand and foot, what can he doe? if he rowle himselfe upon the ground, that is all he can doe; as a man when he is bound hand and foot, what can he do? if he roll himself upon the ground, that is all he can do; c-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn n1 cc n1, q-crq vmb pns31 vdi? cs pns31 vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz d pns31 vmb vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4186 and this he will doe, as you may see what David saith, Psalm 119. 40. It seems he felt himself marvellously dead, and this he will do, as you may see what David Says, Psalm 119. 40. It seems he felt himself marvellously dead, cc d pns31 vmb vdi, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi r-crq np1 vvz, n1 crd crd pn31 vvz pns31 vvd px31 av-j j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4187 and dull, and wonderfully inobedient, and he could not get hold of Gods commandements to doe them as he ought; and dull, and wonderfully inobedient, and he could not get hold of God's Commandments to do them as he ought; cc j, cc av-j j, cc pns31 vmd xx vvi n1 pp-f npg1 n2 pc-acp vdi pno32 c-acp pns31 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4188 yet he rowls himselfe, and thrusts himselfe forward to doe them; yet he rowls himself, and thrusts himself forward to do them; av pns31 vvz px31, cc vvz px31 av-j pc-acp vdi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4189 he longed for Gods commandements, he longed for the spirit of grace to assist him and quicken his heart. he longed for God's Commandments, he longed for the Spirit of grace to assist him and quicken his heart. pns31 vvd p-acp npg1 n2, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 cc vvi po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4190 Now a naughty heart is not good in all cases; nay there are but a few cases wherein he is good at all. Now a naughty heart is not good in all cases; nay there Are but a few cases wherein he is good At all. av dt j n1 vbz xx j p-acp d n2; uh a-acp vbr p-acp dt d n2 c-crq pns31 vbz j p-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 341 Page 116
4191 Again, Take an upright man in the lowest ebb, he doth question his sincerity, and he cannot quiet himselfe, Again, Take an upright man in the lowest ebb, he does question his sincerity, and he cannot quiet himself, av, vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt js n1, pns31 vdz vvi po31 n1, cc pns31 vmbx vvi px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4192 because he thinks he hath it not, but this is certain, a man that hath most sincerity, doth most suspect the want of it; Because he thinks he hath it not, but this is certain, a man that hath most sincerity, does most suspect the want of it; c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vhz pn31 xx, cc-acp d vbz j, dt n1 cst vhz av-ds n1, vdz ds vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4193 that man is most eager, and most questions himselfe; that man is most eager, and most questions himself; cst n1 vbz av-ds j, cc ds n2 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4194 as David, was not he an upright man? yet no man did suspect himselfe more, Psalm 119. 80. as who should say, Lord I am afraid I shall be ashamed in the end, I am afraid my heart is not sound towards thee; as David, was not he an upright man? yet no man did suspect himself more, Psalm 119. 80. as who should say, Lord I am afraid I shall be ashamed in the end, I am afraid my heart is not found towards thee; c-acp np1, vbds xx pns31 dt j n1? av dx n1 vdd vvi px31 av-dc, n1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1 pns11 vbm j pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm j po11 n1 vbz xx j p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4195 and directly sometimes, I am horribly afraid I shall be confounded in the end: and directly sometime, I am horribly afraid I shall be confounded in the end: cc av-j av, pns11 vbm av-j j pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4196 Now good Lord let me be sound in thy statutes, that I may not be confounded. Now good Lord let me be found in thy statutes, that I may not be confounded. av j n1 vvb pno11 vbi j p-acp po21 n2, cst pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4197 So it was with Christs Disciples, when he said one of them should betray him; So it was with Christ Disciples, when he said one of them should betray him; av pn31 vbds p-acp npg1 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd crd pp-f pno32 vmd vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4198 though eleven of his Disciples were privy to themselves that they had not the least thought to betray him, though eleven of his Disciples were privy to themselves that they had not the least Thought to betray him, c-acp crd pp-f po31 n2 vbdr j p-acp px32 cst pns32 vhd xx dt ds n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4199 yet eleven of the Disciples did suspect themselves, I may be the man that he means; yet eleven of the Disciples did suspect themselves, I may be the man that he means; av crd pp-f dt n2 vdd vvi px32, pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 cst pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4200 though they were privy to themselves for the present they had no such thought, nay it was against the love and principles they had in them; though they were privy to themselves for the present they had no such Thought, nay it was against the love and principles they had in them; cs pns32 vbdr j p-acp px32 p-acp dt j pns32 vhd dx d n1, uh-x pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pns32 vhd p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4201 they did love him, and fear him, and believe in him to be the Saviour of the world, they did love him, and Fear him, and believe in him to be the Saviour of the world, pns32 vdd vvi pno31, cc vvb pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4202 and they durst not doe it, yet they suspected themselves, Master, is it I? As who should say, I have a base corrupt heart, and they durst not do it, yet they suspected themselves, Master, is it I? As who should say, I have a base corrupt heart, cc pns32 vvd xx vdi pn31, av pns32 vvd px32, n1, vbz pn31 pns11? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vhb dt j j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4203 and it may be I for all the goodnesse that is in •e and the love I bear to thee; and it may be I for all the Goodness that is in •e and the love I bear to thee; cc pn31 vmb vbi zz p-acp d dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4204 they were all more unquiet then Judas that was the man: indeed when all questioned it, he would question it also for company. they were all more unquiet then Judas that was the man: indeed when all questioned it, he would question it also for company. pns32 vbdr d dc j cs np1 cst vbds dt n1: av c-crq d vvd pn31, pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 342 Page 116
4205 Seventhly, an upright man is universal in regard of relations. Seventhly, an upright man is universal in regard of relations. crd, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4206 Consider him with good people, and the Saints of God, O how he loves them ▪ he honours them that fear the Lord, Psal. 15. 4. Though they •e never so poor and vile, Consider him with good people, and the Saints of God, Oh how he loves them ▪ he honours them that Fear the Lord, Psalm 15. 4. Though they •e never so poor and vile, np1 pno31 p-acp j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, uh c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 ▪ pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb dt n1, np1 crd crd cs pns32 vbb av-x av j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4207 yet he honours them that fear the Lord; yet he honours them that Fear the Lord; av pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4208 as Elisha saith, he would not have spoken, but onely for Jehosaphat; so an upright man he honours the Saints of God. as Elisha Says, he would not have spoken, but only for Jehoshaphat; so an upright man he honours the Saints of God. c-acp np1 vvz, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn, cc-acp av-j c-acp np1; av dt j n1 pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4209 All my delight is in the Saints, saith David, Psal. 16. Psal. 119. 63. Nay an upright man is faithful with the Saints; All my delight is in the Saints, Says David, Psalm 16. Psalm 119. 63. Nay an upright man is faithful with the Saints; d po11 n1 vbz p-acp dt n2, vvz np1, np1 crd np1 crd crd uh-x dt j n1 vbz j p-acp dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4210 as it is said of good Judah, she was faithful with the Saints, Hos. 11. 12. So an upright man is faithful with the Saints, his heart closeth with them, they are his bosome friends, as it is said of good Judah, she was faithful with the Saints, Hos. 11. 12. So an upright man is faithful with the Saints, his heart closeth with them, they Are his bosom Friends, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f j np1, pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd np1 dt j n1 vbz j p-acp dt n2, po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr po31 n1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4211 and the beloved of his soule: and the Beloved of his soul: cc dt n-vvn pp-f po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4212 But one that is not sound, though he take himself to be a Christian, and one of Gods servants, ye• he cares not for the people of God; But one that is not found, though he take himself to be a Christian, and one of God's Servants, ye• he Cares not for the people of God; cc-acp pi cst vbz xx j, cs pns31 vvb px31 pc-acp vbi dt njp, cc crd pp-f npg1 n2, n1 pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4213 may be he cares for those that seem to be religious; may be he Cares for those that seem to be religious; vmb vbi pns31 vvz p-acp d cst vvb pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 116
4214 but if a man he religious indeed, he cares not for him, he is too nice and precise for him, but if a man he religious indeed, he Cares not for him, he is too Nicaenae and precise for him, cc-acp cs dt n1 pns31 j av, pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz av j cc j p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 117
4215 and he is false to the Saints, and will shew •hem some slippery trick in the end. and he is false to the Saints, and will show •hem Some slippery trick in the end. cc pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n2, cc vmb vvi n1 d j n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 343 Page 117
4216 Now again Consider an upright man with the wicked; Now again Consider an upright man with the wicked; av av vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4217 he carries himselfe uprightly towards them, he will not be acquainted with them, nor all one with them, he carries himself uprightly towards them, he will not be acquainted with them, nor all one with them, pns31 vvz px31 av-j p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno32, ccx d crd p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4218 lest he should countenance their wicked wayes; lest he should countenance their wicked ways; cs pns31 vmd vvi po32 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4219 as the Psalmist speaks, He despiseth them that are wicked, Psal. 15. 4. Let a vile man be never so brave, as the Psalmist speaks, He despises them that Are wicked, Psalm 15. 4. Let a vile man be never so brave, c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz pno32 cst vbr j, np1 crd crd vvb dt j n1 vbb av-x av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4220 and excellent, and noble, and high in preferment; and excellent, and noble, and high in preferment; cc j, cc j, cc j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4221 yet if he be a wicked man, in the eyes of a godly man he is despised; yet if he be a wicked man, in the eyes of a godly man he is despised; av cs pns31 vbb dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pns31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4222 I doe not mean for his person; I do not mean for his person; pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4223 he gives him the honour due to his place, as he ought to doe, a childe to his Father, a servant to his Master, &c. as Paul, Acts 22. 1. Though they persecuted him, he gave them their due; he gives him the honour due to his place, as he ought to do, a child to his Father, a servant to his Master, etc. as Paul, Acts 22. 1. Though they persecuted him, he gave them their endue; pns31 vvz pno31 dt n1 j-jn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av c-acp np1, n2 crd crd cs pns32 vvn pno31, pns31 vvd pno32 po32 n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4224 but he abhors their courses and practises, as Solomon saith, A wicked man is an abomination to the just. but he abhors their courses and practises, as Solomon Says, A wicked man is an abomination to the just. cc-acp pns31 vvz po32 n2 cc n2, c-acp np1 vvz, dt j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4225 Now an unsound heart, though he joyn himselfe to the people of God, yet he cannot close with the Saints of God, Now an unsound heart, though he join himself to the people of God, yet he cannot close with the Saints of God, av dt j n1, cs pns31 vvb px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4226 but abhors them, and counts them vile. Again, Consider an upright man with his friends; he is true to them, especially to their souls. Consider him with his enemies; but abhors them, and counts them vile. Again, Consider an upright man with his Friends; he is true to them, especially to their Souls. Consider him with his enemies; cc-acp vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32 j. av, vvb dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2; pns31 vbz j p-acp pno32, av-j p-acp po32 n2. np1 pno31 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 344 Page 117
4227 he doth not yield them railing for railing, he dares not hate them that hate him, he does not yield them railing for railing, he dares not hate them that hate him, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 vvg p-acp n-vvg, pns31 vvz xx vvi pno32 cst vvb pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 345 Page 117
4228 but blesseth them that curse him, and prayes for them that despitefully use him. Consider him in his Family; but Blesses them that curse him, and prays for them that despitefully use him. Consider him in his Family; cc-acp vvz pno32 cst vvb pno31, cc vvz p-acp pno32 cst av-j vvi pno31. vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 345 Page 117
4229 he sets himselfe to walk uprightly in the midst of his house; if he be a Master, he labours to be a servant to Christ; he sets himself to walk uprightly in the midst of his house; if he be a Master, he labours to be a servant to christ; pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; cs pns31 vbb dt n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 345 Page 117
4230 and if he be a servant, he labours to be the Lords Freeman, and to be a profitable servant to his Master; and if he be a servant, he labours to be the lords Freeman, and to be a profitable servant to his Master; cc cs pns31 vbb dt n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n2 n1, cc pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 345 Page 117
4231 if he hath Superiours, he gives them the reverence due unto them; and if he deal with inferiours, he makes himselfe equall with those of low degree. if he hath Superiors, he gives them the Reverence due unto them; and if he deal with inferiors, he makes himself equal with those of low degree. cs pns31 vhz n2-jn, pns31 vvz pno32 dt n1 j-jn p-acp pno32; cc cs pns31 vvb p-acp n2-jn, pns31 vvz px31 j-jn p-acp d pp-f j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 345 Page 117
4232 Thus an upright man is good in all relations. Lastly, An upright man is good in all the manners and circumstances of his actions; Thus an upright man is good in all relations. Lastly, an upright man is good in all the manners and Circumstances of his actions; av dt j n1 vbz j p-acp d n2. ord, dt j n1 vbz j p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 345 Page 117
4233 he is careful to doe, not onely for matter what God commands him, but for the manner as God commands him; he is careful to do, not only for matter what God commands him, but for the manner as God commands him; pns31 vbz j pc-acp vdi, xx av-j p-acp n1 r-crq np1 vvz pno31, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 c-acp np1 vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4234 though he doth what God commands, yet if he dot• •ot find the love of God setting him a work, he is not contented; though he does what God commands, yet if he dot• •ot find the love of God setting him a work, he is not contented; cs pns31 vdz r-crq np1 vvz, av cs pns31 n1 vvd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno31 dt n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4235 he must 〈 ◊ 〉 in a right manner, constantly, duely, faithfully, and to a right end, to the glory of God; he must 〈 ◊ 〉 in a right manner, constantly, duly, faithfully, and to a right end, to the glory of God; pns31 vmb 〈 sy 〉 p-acp dt j-jn n1, av-j, av-jn, av-j, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4236 he is not content to pray and hear, but he must pray and hear in a right manner, he is not content to pray and hear, but he must pray and hear in a right manner, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4237 or else he is not content. or Else he is not content. cc av pns31 vbz xx j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4238 Now if thou hast these signs and tokens of an upright heart, blessed be God, thou mayst take all the comforts spoken of before concerning an upright heart, Now if thou hast these Signs and tokens of an upright heart, blessed be God, thou Mayest take all the comforts spoken of before Concerning an upright heart, av cs pns21 vh2 d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, j-vvn vbb np1, pns21 vm2 vvi d dt n2 vvn pp-f p-acp vvg dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4239 and mayst take all the promises of God to thy self that are made to an upright heart; and Mayest take all the promises of God to thy self that Are made to an upright heart; cc vm2 vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po21 n1 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4240 may be men may call thee hypocrite, and say all manner of evil of thee; may be men may call thee hypocrite, and say all manner of evil of thee; vmb vbi n2 vmb vvi pno21 n1, cc vvb d n1 pp-f j-jn pp-f pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4241 but either they are such as doe not know thee, or if they doe, they are some vile wretches, they have not the fear of God before their eyes; but either they Are such as do not know thee, or if they do, they Are Some vile wretches, they have not the Fear of God before their eyes; cc-acp d pns32 vbr d c-acp vdb xx vvi pno21, cc cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vbr d j n2, pns32 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4242 may be the Devil will accuse thee, and cast in all accusations against thee before God; may be the devil will accuse thee, and cast in all accusations against thee before God; vmb vbi dt n1 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp pno21 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4243 but what of all that? God himselfe said Job was an upright man, and yet the Devil accused him for an hypocrite; but what of all that? God himself said Job was an upright man, and yet the devil accused him for an hypocrite; cc-acp q-crq pp-f d d? np1 px31 vvd np1 vbds dt j n1, cc av dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4244 therefore care not for the Devils accusations; may be thine own conscience may accuse thee; Therefore care not for the Devils accusations; may be thine own conscience may accuse thee; av vvb xx p-acp dt ng1 n2; vmb vbi po21 d n1 vmb vvi pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4245 but if thou labour to humble thy self for thy failings, and stir up the gift of God that is in thee, but if thou labour to humble thy self for thy failings, and stir up the gift of God that is in thee, cc-acp cs pns21 vvb pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n2-vvg, cc vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4246 if thou unfeignedly desire and endeavour to please God, and serve him, no matter though thy conscience accuse thee. 1 Cor. 4. 3. Paul saith, I cannot be my own Judge, but God shall judge me. if thou unfeignedly desire and endeavour to please God, and serve him, no matter though thy conscience accuse thee. 1 Cor. 4. 3. Paul Says, I cannot be my own Judge, but God shall judge me. cs pns21 av-j vvi cc n1 pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvi pno31, dx n1 cs po21 n1 vvi pno21. crd np1 crd crd np1 vvz, pns11 vmbx vbi po11 d n1, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4247 'Tis true, conscience is a judge, but it is subordinate, and must be guided and ruled by the Word of God; It's true, conscience is a judge, but it is subordinate, and must be guided and ruled by the Word of God; pn31|vbz j, n1 vbz dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz j, cc vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4248 as the clock is the judge of the day, but it must be ruled by the Sun; as the clock is the judge of the day, but it must be ruled by the Sun; c-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4249 Davids conscience was his judge, I have cleansed my hands in vain, but the clock lyed; Davids conscience was his judge, I have cleansed my hands in vain, but the clock lied; np1 n1 vbds po31 n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4250 so thy conscience may lye, and accuse thee falsly, and speak things against thee that are not so; so thy conscience may lie, and accuse thee falsely, and speak things against thee that Are not so; av po21 n1 vmb vvi, cc vvi pno21 av-j, cc vvi n2 p-acp pno21 cst vbr xx av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4251 but if thy conscience hath things against thee indeed and in truth, that thou art guilty of such and such sins and failings, but if thy conscience hath things against thee indeed and in truth, that thou art guilty of such and such Sins and failings, cc-acp cs po21 n1 vhz n2 p-acp pno21 av cc p-acp n1, cst pns21 vb2r j pp-f d cc d n2 cc n2-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4252 yet it doth not follow but thou mayst be sincere; therefore believe not conscience, when thou hast the Word of God on thy side; yet it does not follow but thou Mayest be sincere; Therefore believe not conscience, when thou hast the Word of God on thy side; av pn31 vdz xx vvi cc-acp pns21 vm2 vbi j; av vvb xx n1, c-crq pns21 vh2 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 117
4253 nay, may be God himselfe will seem to accuse thee, and to be thine enemy, and discountenance thee, and will not own thee for one of his children; nay, may be God himself will seem to accuse thee, and to be thine enemy, and discountenance thee, and will not own thee for one of his children; uh-x, vmb vbi n1 px31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21, cc pc-acp vbi po21 n1, cc vvi pno21, cc vmb xx vvi pno21 p-acp crd pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4254 when thou commest before him, he will seem to dash thee under his feet, and give thee no countenance, when thou Comest before him, he will seem to dash thee under his feet, and give thee no countenance, c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb pno21 dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4255 but look upon thee as an enemy; yet be not dismayed, if thou hast these things in thee in any measure; but look upon thee as an enemy; yet be not dismayed, if thou hast these things in thee in any measure; cc-acp vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1; av vbb xx vvn, cs pns21 vh2 d n2 p-acp pno21 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4256 the Lord doth this, that he may doe thee good in thy latter end; the Lord does this, that he may do thee good in thy latter end; dt n1 vdz d, cst pns31 vmb vdi pno21 j p-acp po21 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4257 he doth it that he may humble thee, and try thee, whether thou wilt live by faith or by sense, he does it that he may humble thee, and try thee, whither thou wilt live by faith or by sense, pns31 vdz pn31 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvi pno21, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4258 and whether thou darest trust him; and whither thou Darest trust him; cc cs pns21 vv2 vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4259 but if thou hast not these signs of uprightness, thou art in the gall of bitternesse, but if thou hast not these Signs of uprightness, thou art in the Gall of bitterness, cc-acp cs pns21 vh2 xx d n2 pp-f n1, pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4260 and bond of iniquity, and thou canst have no true comfort to thine own soul. and bound of iniquity, and thou Canst have no true Comfort to thine own soul. cc n1 pp-f n1, cc pns21 vm2 vhi dx j n1 p-acp po21 d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 346 Page 118
4261 The next point is, That as we must be perfect, so we must be perfect before God; The next point is, That as we must be perfect, so we must be perfect before God; dt ord n1 vbz, cst c-acp pns12 vmb vbi j, av pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 347 Page 118
4262 I have not found thy works perfect before God. I have not found thy works perfect before God. pns11 vhb xx vvn po21 n2 j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 347 Page 118
4263 As who should say, I lookt thou shouldst be perfect before him, and I have not found it so. As who should say, I looked thou Shouldst be perfect before him, and I have not found it so. p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vvd pns21 vmd2 vbi j p-acp pno31, cc pns11 vhb xx vvn pn31 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 347 Page 118
4264 Well then for the meaning of the word perfect before God; that is, so as God may approve and allow of them. Well then for the meaning of the word perfect before God; that is, so as God may approve and allow of them. uh-av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp np1; cst vbz, av c-acp np1 vmb vvi cc vvi pp-f pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 347 Page 118
4265 Now a mans works may be perfect so as God may approve of them two wayes. Now a men works may be perfect so as God may approve of them two ways. av dt ng1 n2 vmb vbi j av c-acp np1 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 347 Page 118
4266 First, So as God may approve of them in his strict Justice; and so no mans works can be perfect. First, So as God may approve of them in his strict justice; and so no men works can be perfect. ord, av c-acp np1 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp po31 j n1; cc av dx ng1 n2 vmb vbi j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 348 Page 118
4267 Psal. 143. 2. Enter not into judgement, &c. No man living can be justified before God. Psalm 143. 2. Enter not into judgement, etc. No man living can be justified before God. np1 crd crd vvb xx p-acp n1, av dx n1 j-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 348 Page 118
4268 So Rom. 3. 20. By the deeds of the Law shall no man be justified before him. So Rom. 3. 20. By the Deeds of the Law shall no man be justified before him. np1 np1 crd crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb dx n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 348 Page 118
4269 This therefore is not the meaning. This Therefore is not the meaning. d av vbz xx dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 348 Page 118
4270 Secondly, To be perfect before God, so as God shall approve of •s in his mercy in Jesus Christ for his owne faithful people; Secondly, To be perfect before God, so as God shall approve of •s in his mercy in jesus christ for his own faithful people; ord, pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, av c-acp np1 vmb vvi pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp po31 d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 349 Page 118
4271 as it is said of Zachary and Elizabeth, Luke 1. 5. This is the meaning of the place. as it is said of Zachary and Elizabeth, Lycia 1. 5. This is the meaning of the place. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 cc np1, av crd crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 349 Page 118
4272 Now if you would know what it is to be perfect before God, it is this in one word: Now if you would know what it is to be perfect before God, it is this in one word: av cs pn22 vmd vvi r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, pn31 vbz d p-acp crd n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4273 when a man is for matter and for manner right in the eyes of God; not only right in the eyes of men, to be a〈 … 〉ed of men, when a man is for matter and for manner right in the eyes of God; not only right in the eyes of men, to be a〈 … 〉ed of men, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; xx av-j j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbi n1 … n-vvn pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4274 but right in the eyes of God, to be approved of God; for matt〈 … 〉n a man doth those things that God commands him; but right in the eyes of God, to be approved of God; for matt〈 … 〉n a man does those things that God commands him; cc-acp av-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1; p-acp n1 … vbdp dt n1 vdz d n2 cst np1 vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4275 and for manner, 〈 ◊ 〉 he doth them as God commands him, out of faith in God, and for manner, 〈 ◊ 〉 he does them as God commands him, out of faith in God, cc p-acp n1, 〈 sy 〉 pns31 vdz pno32 p-acp np1 vvz pno31, av pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4276 and love to God, and fear of God; and love to God, and Fear of God; cc vvb p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4277 when a man doth it with all his heart, soule, and strength, when a man doth it constantly, when a man does it with all his heart, soul, and strength, when a man does it constantly, c-crq dt n1 vdz pn31 p-acp d po31 n1, n1, cc n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz pn31 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4278 and frequently, and livelily in some measure, this is to be upright before God; and frequently, and livelily in Some measure, this is to be upright before God; cc av-j, cc av-j p-acp d n1, d vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4279 you may see both these set down in one verse, Deut. 6. 25. Here is the matter, If ye observe to doe his commandements; you may see both these Set down in one verse, Deuteronomy 6. 25. Here is the matter, If you observe to do his Commandments; pn22 vmb vvi d d vvn a-acp p-acp crd n1, np1 crd crd av vbz dt n1, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vdi po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4280 and then here is the manner, right in the eyes of the Lord as he hath commanded. and then Here is the manner, right in the eyes of the Lord as he hath commanded. cc av av vbz dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4281 If we doe thus, then we are upright before God. Now if either of these be wanting, we are not upright before God; If we do thus, then we Are upright before God. Now if either of these be wanting, we Are not upright before God; cs pns12 vdb av, cs pns12 vbr av-j p-acp np1. av cs d pp-f d vbb vvg, pns12 vbr xx av-j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4282 if we doe not for matter what God hath commanded; if we do not for matter what God hath commanded; cs pns12 vdb xx p-acp n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4283 if we lye, or swear, or be covetous, or proud, or worldly, these things are of the Devil, and not of God; if we lie, or swear, or be covetous, or proud, or worldly, these things Are of the devil, and not of God; cs pns12 vvb, cc vvi, cc vbi j, cc j, cc j, d n2 vbr pp-f dt n1, cc xx pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4284 we doe the thing• of the Devil, and not the things of God. we do the thing• of the devil, and not the things of God. pns12 vdb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc xx dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 350 Page 118
4285 Again, If a man should bow the knee to Baal, and doe the inventions of men, this is not to be unright before God; Again, If a man should bow the knee to Baal, and do the Inventions of men, this is not to be unright before God; av, cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vdb dt n2 pp-f n2, d vbz xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 351 Page 118
4286 but if we doe the things that God doth not bid us, God will say as he did, Matth. 15. 9. If we doe for the matter the things that God hath commanded, but if we do the things that God does not bid us, God will say as he did, Matthew 15. 9. If we do for the matter the things that God hath commanded, cc-acp cs pns12 vdb dt n2 cst np1 vdz xx vvi pno12, np1 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vdd, np1 crd crd cs pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 351 Page 118
4287 yet if the manner be wanting, if we doe them not as God hath commanded, if we doe them not with faith, and love to God, with conscience, and fervency, and quickning, all is nothing; yet if the manner be wanting, if we do them not as God hath commanded, if we do them not with faith, and love to God, with conscience, and fervency, and quickening, all is nothing; av cs dt n1 vbb vvg, cs pns12 vdb pno32 xx c-acp np1 vhz vvn, cs pns12 vdb pno32 xx p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp np1, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j-vvg, d vbz pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 351 Page 118
4288 as it is said of Amaziah, he did those things that were right in the eyes of the Lord, as it is said of Amaziah, he did those things that were right in the eyes of the Lord, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vdd d n2 cst vbdr j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 351 Page 118
4289 but the Lord cared not for it, 2 Chron. 25. 2. it was not with an upright heart; but the Lord cared not for it, 2 Chronicles 25. 2. it was not with an upright heart; cc-acp dt n1 vvd xx c-acp pn31, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 351 Page 118
4290 Therefore when both these concur, this is to be upright before God. Therefore when both these concur, this is to be upright before God. av c-crq d d vvb, d vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 351 Page 118
4291 First, Because God hath so commanded, thou shalt have no other gods before me; that is, I will have thee sincere before me; First, Because God hath so commanded, thou shalt have no other God's before me; that is, I will have thee sincere before me; ord, c-acp np1 vhz av vvn, pns21 vm2 vhi dx j-jn n2 p-acp pno11; cst vbz, pns11 vmb vhi pno21 j p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 118
4292 As who should say, thou mayst vow and swear, and protest thou dost love God, and fear God; As who should say, thou Mayest Voelli and swear, and protest thou dost love God, and Fear God; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vm2 vvi cc vvi, cc vvb pns21 vd2 vvi np1, cc vvb np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 118
4293 but if it be not so indeed, thou hast a false heart; but if it be not so indeed, thou hast a false heart; cc-acp cs pn31 vbb xx av av, pns21 vh2 dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4294 if thou hast carnal ends, if thou lovest the world more then God, and thou lovest thy lusts more then him, if thou hast carnal ends, if thou Lovest the world more then God, and thou Lovest thy Lustiest more then him, cs pns21 vh2 j n2, cs pns21 vv2 dt n1 av-dc cs np1, cc pns21 vv2 po21 n2 av-dc cs pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4295 if it be so, woe unto thee; God will have thee upright before him. As God saith to Abraham, Gen. 17. 1. Walke before me, and be upright: if it be so, woe unto thee; God will have thee upright before him. As God Says to Abraham, Gen. 17. 1. Walk before me, and be upright: cs pn31 vbb av, n1 p-acp pno21; np1 vmb vhi pno21 av-j p-acp pno31. p-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd crd n1 p-acp pno11, cc vbi j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4296 As who should say, Abraham, if there be any way of wickedness in thee, thou art not for me; As who should say, Abraham, if there be any Way of wickedness in thee, thou art not for me; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, np1, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r xx p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4297 look thou be perfect before me; look thou be perfect before me; vvb pns21 vbi j p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4298 if thou dost acknowledge that I am God Almighty, and I am able to help thee, if thou dost acknowledge that I am God Almighty, and I am able to help thee, cs pns21 vd2 vvi cst pns11 vbm np1 j-jn, cc pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4299 and succour thee in all estates, then be upright before me; when a man sins, it is for something he sins; and succour thee in all estates, then be upright before me; when a man Sins, it is for something he Sins; cc vvi pno21 p-acp d n2, av vbb j p-acp pno11; c-crq dt n1 n2, pn31 vbz p-acp pi pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4300 now, what is there that is good but we may have it in God? God is Almighty, now, what is there that is good but we may have it in God? God is Almighty, av, q-crq vbz a-acp cst vbz j p-acp pns12 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp np1? np1 vbz j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4301 and therefore he would have us upright before him; and Therefore he would have us upright before him; cc av pns31 vmd vhi pno12 av-j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4302 and if we be not upright, he is Almighty and can crush us and destroy us for ever; and if we be not upright, he is Almighty and can crush us and destroy us for ever; cc cs pns12 vbb xx j, pns31 vbz j-jn cc vmb vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4303 so that we should not only be upright before men, but before God. Secondly, As the Law is so, so is the Gospel; so that we should not only be upright before men, but before God. Secondly, As the Law is so, so is the Gospel; av cst pns12 vmd xx av-j vbi j p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp np1. ord, c-acp dt n1 vbz av, av vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 352 Page 119
4304 if a man hath not faith in Christ Jesus, that man is no true Christian; if a man hath not faith in christ jesus, that man is no true Christian; cs dt n1 vhz xx n1 p-acp np1 np1, cst n1 vbz dx j njp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4305 howsoever he may hope to be saved by Christ, yet if he be not upright before God in all his wayes and commandements in some measure, in studying and endeavouring to keep himself unspotted of the world in all things, he hath not faith, he doth not believe in Jesus Christ, Psal. 116. 9, 10. as David saith, I will walke before the Lord in ••e land of the living; howsoever he may hope to be saved by christ, yet if he be not upright before God in all his ways and Commandments in Some measure, in studying and endeavouring to keep himself unspotted of the world in all things, he hath not faith, he does not believe in jesus christ, Psalm 116. 9, 10. as David Says, I will walk before the Lord in ••e land of the living; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, av cs pns31 vbb xx av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg pc-acp vvi px31 j pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2, pns31 vhz xx n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd crd, crd c-acp np1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f dt n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4306 how comes David to speak that? O, I believed, therefore I have spoken; how comes David to speak that? Oh, I believed, Therefore I have spoken; c-crq vvz np1 pc-acp vvi d? uh, pns11 vvd, av pns11 vhb vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4307 if a man believe in God, it will make him walke well not only before men, if a man believe in God, it will make him walk well not only before men, cs dt n1 vvb p-acp np1, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 vvi av xx av-j p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4308 but before God who is privy to all his thoughts and affections; privy to what he doth both at home, and abroad; but before God who is privy to all his thoughts and affections; privy to what he does both At home, and abroad; cc-acp p-acp np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2; j p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz d p-acp n1-an, cc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4309 privy to what he doth alone, and in company, in his shop, and in the market; privy to what he does alone, and in company, in his shop, and in the market; j p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz av-j, cc p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4310 unless he be upright before him that knows all things, he is not a believer; unless he be upright before him that knows all things, he is not a believer; cs pns31 vbb j p-acp pno31 cst vvz d n2, pns31 vbz xx dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4311 though Simon Magus were baptized, and did partake of Christian Religion, and had some kinde of faith, though Simon Magus were baptised, and did partake of Christian Religion, and had Some kind of faith, cs np1 np1 vbdr vvn, cc vdd vvi pp-f np1 n1, cc vhd d n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4312 and joyned himselfe to Philip and the Church, as a member of the Church, and gave over his witchcraft and wicked courses, and joined himself to Philip and the Church, as a member of the Church, and gave over his witchcraft and wicked courses, cc vvn px31 p-acp vvi cc dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1 cc j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4313 yet when Peter saw his heart was not right before God, marke what he saith, Acts 8. 21. God hath sworne an oath, that whomsoever he delivers from sin, from Satan, from Hell, from the wrath to come, they shall be holy and righteous before him. yet when Peter saw his heart was not right before God, mark what he Says, Acts 8. 21. God hath sworn an oath, that whomsoever he delivers from since, from Satan, from Hell, from the wrath to come, they shall be holy and righteous before him. av c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1 vbds xx j-jn p-acp np1, vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, n2 crd crd np1 vhz vvn dt n1, d ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp np1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmb vbi j cc j p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4314 Luke 1. 73. God will not be forsworne; Lycia 1. 73. God will not be forsworn; av crd crd np1 vmb xx vbi j-vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4315 if thou dost hope to be saved by Jesus Christ, and prayest, and howlest, and criest in thy afflictions from the bottom of thy heart, with all thy eagerness to be saved by Jesus Christ, God hath sworne an oath thou shalt not be saved by him, if thou dost hope to be saved by jesus christ, and Prayest, and howlest, and Christ in thy afflictions from the bottom of thy heart, with all thy eagerness to be saved by jesus christ, God hath sworn an oath thou shalt not be saved by him, cs pns21 vd2 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1, cc vv2, cc vv2, cc vv2 p-acp po21 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp d po21 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 np1, np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pns21 vm2 xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4316 unless thou wilt walk in holiness and righteousness before him all the dayes of thy life, unless thou wilt walk in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of thy life, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 d dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4317 and be conformable to his will in all things; so that you see the Gospel requires it, that we should be thus. and be conformable to his will in all things; so that you see the Gospel requires it, that we should be thus. cc vbi j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2; av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz pn31, cst pns12 vmd vbi av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 353 Page 119
4318 Again, This is the end of the redemption of the world by Christ, that they should not only be upright, but upright before God; Again, This is the end of the redemption of the world by christ, that they should not only be upright, but upright before God; av, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cst pns32 vmd xx av-j vbi j, cc-acp av-j c-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 354 Page 119
4319 as Paul tells the Coll•ssians, chap. 1. To present you holy and unblameable in his sight; as Paul tells the Coll•ssians, chap. 1. To present you holy and unblameable in his sighed; c-acp np1 vvz dt np1, n1 crd p-acp j pn22 j cc j-u p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 354 Page 119
4320 not only to present you holy and unblameable before men; not only to present you holy and unblameable before men; xx av-j pc-acp vvi pn22 j cc j-u p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 354 Page 119
4321 for if a man in his outward carriage be civil, and honest and faire, this is to be holy and unblamable before men; for if a man in his outward carriage be civil, and honest and fair, this is to be holy and Unblamable before men; c-acp cs dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 vbb j, cc j cc j, d vbz pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 354 Page 119
4322 but if a man be holy and unblamable before God, he must have a pure conscience, but if a man be holy and Unblamable before God, he must have a pure conscience, cc-acp cs dt n1 vbi j cc j p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 354 Page 119
4323 and his ends must be right; and his ends must be right; cc po31 n2 vmb vbi j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 354 Page 119
4324 this is the end why Christ redeemed his people, to purchase to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. this is the end why christ redeemed his people, to purchase to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dt j n1, j pp-f j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 354 Page 119
4325 And as it is in the end of redemption, so it is the end of election; And as it is in the end of redemption, so it is the end of election; cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 355 Page 119
4326 whomsoever God doth elect to eternal life, he doth elect to this end, not only to be holy before men, but before God. whomsoever God does elect to Eternal life, he does elect to this end, not only to be holy before men, but before God. ro-crq np1 vdz vvi p-acp j n1, pns31 vdz vvi p-acp d n1, xx av-j pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 355 Page 119
4327 As the Apostle saith, Eph. 1. 4. he hath chosen us to be holy before him, not only to be holy before men (though those that are not holy before men, cannot be holy before God) but it is not enough for us to be holy before men, As the Apostle Says, Ephesians 1. 4. he hath chosen us to be holy before him, not only to be holy before men (though those that Are not holy before men, cannot be holy before God) but it is not enough for us to be holy before men, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31, xx av-j pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2 (cs d cst vbr xx j p-acp n2, vmbx vbi j p-acp np1) cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 355 Page 119
4328 but before the piercing eye of the all-seeing God; but before the piercing eye of the All-seeing God; cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt j np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 355 Page 119
4329 that he may see who knoweth our ▪ hearts, that we do unfeignedly desire to serve his name, that he may see who Knoweth our ▪ hearts, that we do unfeignedly desire to serve his name, cst pns31 vmb vvi r-crq vvz po12 ▪ n2, cst pns12 vdb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 355 Page 119
4330 and walk before him in the shunning of all sin, and in the practicing of all good things, and walk before him in the shunning of all since, and in the practicing of all good things, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, cc p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 355 Page 119
4331 so that we have not an argument of our election, unlesse we be upright before him. so that we have not an argument of our election, unless we be upright before him. av cst pns12 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cs pns12 vbb j p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 355 Page 120
4332 Fourthly, Because the Lord will search us out; Fourthly, Because the Lord will search us out; ord, c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4333 certainly though we be upright before men, if we be not upright before God he will search us out; Certainly though we be upright before men, if we be not upright before God he will search us out; av-j cs pns12 vbb j p-acp n2, cs pns12 vbb xx av-j p-acp np1 pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4334 it is not our profession shall bear us out, if we have an unbelieving heart, to depart from the living God; it is not our profession shall bear us out, if we have an unbelieving heart, to depart from the living God; pn31 vbz xx po12 n1 vmb vvi pno12 av, cs pns12 vhb dt vvg n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4335 if we have a minde to live in any one sin, and to allow our selves in any one wicked way, God will finde us out. if we have a mind to live in any one since, and to allow our selves in any one wicked Way, God will find us out. cs pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d crd j n1, np1 vmb vvi pno12 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4336 Neh. 9. 8. he speaks there of Abraham; what a comfort was it to Abrahams heart that God sound his heart upright before him? God will search us, Neh 9. 8. he speaks there of Abraham; what a Comfort was it to Abrahams heart that God found his heart upright before him? God will search us, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz a-acp pp-f np1; r-crq dt n1 vbds pn31 p-acp npg1 n1 cst np1 vvi po31 n1 av-j p-acp pno31? np1 vmb vvi pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4337 and put us upon the trial, and bring something or other, that if we be not upright, and put us upon the trial, and bring something or other, that if we be not upright, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pi cc n-jn, cst cs pns12 vbb xx j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4338 though we be affected, and pray, and be Protestants, and seem to be godly, and seem to hold our godliness and uprightness, though we be affected, and pray, and be Protestants, and seem to be godly, and seem to hold our godliness and uprightness, cs pns12 vbb vvn, cc vvb, cc vbb n2, cc vvb pc-acp vbi j, cc vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4339 yet if we be not sound at the core, God will have something or other that shall discover us, yet if we be not found At the core, God will have something or other that shall discover us, av cs pns12 vbb xx j p-acp dt n1, np1 vmb vhi pi cc n-jn cst vmb vvi pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4340 and it shall appear what we are; and it shall appear what we Are; cc pn31 vmb vvi r-crq pns12 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4341 nay, God doth of purpose bring in heresies, that those that are approved may be manifest, 1 Cor. 11. 19. Lastly, It is God only that doth esteem of the worth of things; nay, God does of purpose bring in heresies, that those that Are approved may be manifest, 1 Cor. 11. 19. Lastly, It is God only that does esteem of the worth of things; uh-x, np1 vdz pp-f n1 vvb p-acp n2, cst d cst vbr vvn vmb vbi j, crd np1 crd crd ord, pn31 vbz np1 av-j cst vdz vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 356 Page 120
4342 holinesse is nothing, but that which is holiness in Gods esteem; and Religion is nothing, but that which is Religion in Gods esteem; holiness is nothing, but that which is holiness in God's esteem; and Religion is nothing, but that which is Religion in God's esteem; n1 vbz pix, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz n1 p-acp npg1 n1; cc n1 vbz pix, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4343 Religion is a divine thing, and no man hath the judgement of it but God; Religion is a divine thing, and no man hath the judgement of it but God; n1 vbz dt j-jn n1, cc dx n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4344 it is God only that hath invented Religion, and framed it to us, and it is he only that can tell the worth of it, and approve of it; it is God only that hath invented Religion, and framed it to us, and it is he only that can tell the worth of it, and approve of it; pn31 vbz np1 av-j cst vhz vvn n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pno12, cc pn31 vbz pns31 j cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvi pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4345 and unless we fear his name, and hate all sin, and be upright before him, all is nothing. and unless we Fear his name, and hate all since, and be upright before him, all is nothing. cc cs pns12 vvb po31 n1, cc vvb d n1, cc vbi j p-acp pno31, d vbz pix. (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4346 As the Apostle saith, 1 Pet. 3. 4. concerning meekness in women, in the esteem of God it is of high price; As the Apostle Says, 1 Pet. 3. 4. Concerning meekness in women, in the esteem of God it is of high price; p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd vvg n1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vbz pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4347 may be a beautiful woman, of rare parts and great gifts, this woman is of high esteem with some men; may be a beautiful woman, of rare parts and great Gifts, this woman is of high esteem with Some men; vmb vbi dt j n1, pp-f j n2 cc j n2, d n1 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4348 but a woman of an humble and meek spirit, she is a mockery in the eyes of the world, but a woman of an humble and meek Spirit, she is a mockery in the eyes of the world, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4349 but in Gods sight it is of great price: but in God's sighed it is of great price: cc-acp p-acp ng1 n1 pn31 vbz pp-f j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4350 so far a man to be outwardly Religious, this man is very devout and religious in the sight of men, so Far a man to be outwardly Religious, this man is very devout and religious in the sighed of men, av av-j dt n1 pc-acp vbi av-j j, d n1 vbz av j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4351 but it is the broken heart, and the co••ite spirit, one that is holy inwardly as well as outwardly, that is upright as Paul saith, 2 Cor. 5. 9. all our care and labour is that we may be accepted of him; but it is the broken heart, and the co••ite Spirit, one that is holy inwardly as well as outwardly, that is upright as Paul Says, 2 Cor. 5. 9. all our care and labour is that we may be accepted of him; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1, cc dt j-jn n1, pi cst vbz j av-j c-acp av c-acp av-j, cst vbz av-j p-acp np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd d po12 n1 cc n1 vbz cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4352 it is no matter what the world say of a religious man, and a devout man; it is no matter what the world say of a religious man, and a devout man; pn31 vbz dx n1 r-crq dt n1 vvb pp-f dt j n1, cc dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4353 all our care is to be accepted of him, that he may account us upright, for we must appear before him. all our care is to be accepted of him, that he may account us upright, for we must appear before him. d po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno31, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno12 av-j, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 357 Page 120
4354 This condemns the ceremonious devotion that many content themselves with, especially the Church of Rome; they are so religious, This condemns the ceremonious devotion that many content themselves with, especially the Church of Room; they Are so religious, d vvz dt j n1 cst d j px32 p-acp, av-j dt n1 pp-f vvb; pns32 vbr av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4355 and whatsoever they do, they think it is with such devotion; therefore they have ceremonies for every thing; and whatsoever they do, they think it is with such devotion; Therefore they have ceremonies for every thing; cc r-crq pns32 vdb, pns32 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp d n1; av pns32 vhb n2 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4356 they have ceremonies to shew that we must be strangers and Pilgrims upon earth, therefore they have Pilgrimages to such and such places; they have ceremonies to show that we must be Strangers and Pilgrim's upon earth, Therefore they have Pilgrimages to such and such places; pns32 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vmb vbi n2 cc ng1 p-acp n1, av pns32 vhb n2 p-acp d cc d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4357 other ceremonies they have to shew that we must take up the Crosse of Christ, and follow him; other ceremonies they have to show that we must take up the Cross of christ, and follow him; j-jn n2 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4358 they will have a ceremony to shew that they believe that Christ was offered for a sacrifice; they will have a ceremony to show that they believe that christ was offered for a sacrifice; pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4359 and a ceremony to shew that they believe he was God and man, and so mixe Wine and water together; and a ceremony to show that they believe he was God and man, and so mix Wine and water together; cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb pns31 vbds np1 cc n1, cc av vvi n1 cc n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4360 the one shall signifie that they believe he was God, and the other that he was man; the one shall signify that they believe he was God, and the other that he was man; dt pi vmb vvi cst pns32 vvb pns31 vbds np1, cc dt n-jn cst pns31 vbds n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4361 again, they will have other ceremonies, to shew that they believe the departure of the Saints, again, they will have other ceremonies, to show that they believe the departure of the Saints, av, pns32 vmb vhi j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4362 therefore they bring in a catalogue of the Virgin Mary, and of the Saints; again, they have another ceremony to shew that they honour the Lords prayer; Therefore they bring in a catalogue of the Virgae Marry, and of the Saints; again, they have Another ceremony to show that they honour the lords prayer; av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 uh, cc pp-f dt n2; av, pns32 vhb j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb dt n2 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4363 another ceremony they have to shew that they believe the resurrection of the dead; another ceremony to shew that they should not be ashamed of the Christian faith; Another ceremony they have to show that they believe the resurrection of the dead; Another ceremony to show that they should not be ashamed of the Christian faith; j-jn n1 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j; j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmd xx vbi j pp-f dt njp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4364 and they are so devout and think themselves the only Saints in the world ▪ so that they account a man that is godly indeed, according as God would have a man to be, that makes conscience of the word, that is careful to please God, and they Are so devout and think themselves the only Saints in the world ▪ so that they account a man that is godly indeed, according as God would have a man to be, that makes conscience of the word, that is careful to please God, cc pns32 vbr av j cc vvi px32 dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 ▪ av cst pns32 vvb dt n1 cst vbz j av, vvg p-acp np1 vmd vhi dt n1 pc-acp vbi, cst vvz n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4365 and fearful to offend him, and scruples every thing that is not according to the word, this man is worse then a drunkard, and fearful to offend him, and scruples every thing that is not according to the word, this man is Worse then a drunkard, cc j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc n2 d n1 cst vbz xx vvg p-acp dt n1, d n1 vbz jc cs dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4366 or an hell-hound in their account; they are counted the vilest hypocrites and dissembl•rs that can be; or an hellhound in their account; they Are counted the Vilest Hypocrites and dissembl•rs that can be; cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; pns32 vbr vvn dt js n2 cc n2 cst vmb vbi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4367 what an horrible thing is this! men love a life such a Religion as this; this shakes no Corn, this breaks no bones, what care men for this. what an horrible thing is this! men love a life such a Religion as this; this shakes not Corn, this breaks no bones, what care men for this. r-crq dt j n1 vbz d! n2 vvb dt n1 d dt n1 c-acp d; d vvz xx n1, d vvz dx n2, r-crq n1 n2 p-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 120
4368 Mat. 15. 8. there is an excellent place for this; you know we are bound to be pure, and alwayes pure; Mathew 15. 8. there is an excellent place for this; you know we Are bound to be pure, and always pure; np1 crd crd a-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d; pn22 vvb pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 121
4369 now the Jews to shew this ▪ they would never eat nor drink but they would wash their hands, to shew that they must be pure; now the jews to show this ▪ they would never eat nor drink but they would wash their hands, to show that they must be pure; av dt np2 pc-acp vvi d ▪ pns32 vmd av-x vvi ccx n1 cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 121
4370 which was as good, and as clean, and as handsome a ceremony as ever was in the Church of Rome; and would you think that Christ should ever finde fault with such ceremonies? they took on because they neglected this, Why do thy Disciples transgress the tradition of the Elders, by eating with unwashed hands? now Christ was so far from bidding his Disciples yield to this, that he calls the Scribes and Pharisees hypocrites for it, which was as good, and as clean, and as handsome a ceremony as ever was in the Church of Room; and would you think that christ should ever find fault with such ceremonies? they took on Because they neglected this, Why do thy Disciples transgress the tradition of the Elders, by eating with unwashed hands? now christ was so Far from bidding his Disciples yield to this, that he calls the Scribes and Pharisees Hypocrites for it, r-crq vbds a-acp j, cc p-acp j, cc p-acp j dt n1 c-acp av vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb; cc vmd pn22 vvi cst np1 vmd av vvi n1 p-acp d n2? pns32 vvd a-acp c-acp pns32 vvd d, q-crq vdb po21 n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2-jn, p-acp vvg p-acp j n2? av np1 vbds av av-j p-acp vvg po31 n2 vvi p-acp d, cst pns31 vvz dt n2 cc np2 n2 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 121
4371 and tells them they made the commandment of God of no effect through their traditions; and tells them they made the Commandment of God of no Effect through their traditions; cc vvz pno32 pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f dx n1 p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 121
4372 if this were to be devout and religious, the vilest drunkard may be religious, for they may perform this as well as any other, therefore this is nothing. if this were to be devout and religious, the Vilest drunkard may be religious, for they may perform this as well as any other, Therefore this is nothing. cs d vbdr pc-acp vbi j cc j, dt js n1 vmb vbi j, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi d c-acp av c-acp d n-jn, av d vbz pix. (7) treatise (DIV2) 358 Page 121
4373 Again, This may serve to condemn carnal Protestants, who give God now and then the hearing of a Sermon, Again, This may serve to condemn carnal Protestants, who give God now and then the hearing of a Sermon, av, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi j n2, r-crq vvb np1 av cc av dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4374 and frequent the Sacrament, and do the outward things of Religion, but never come to worship God in spirit and in truth; and frequent the Sacrament, and do the outward things of Religion, but never come to worship God in Spirit and in truth; cc vvi dt n1, cc vdb dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av-x vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4375 let me tell you all this Religion is nothing at all; let me tell you all this Religion is nothing At all; vvb pno11 vvi pn22 d d n1 vbz pix p-acp av-d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4376 suppose a man comes to Church only, and lives in his lusts, what then? Who required this at your hands to tread in my courts? Isa. 1. 12. Who? why God requires it; suppose a man comes to Church only, and lives in his Lustiest, what then? Who required this At your hands to tread in my Courts? Isaiah 1. 12. Who? why God requires it; vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 av-j, cc vvz p-acp po31 n2, r-crq av? r-crq vvd d p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n2? np1 crd crd q-crq? q-crq np1 vvz pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4377 'tis true, but not without uprightness; to be proud still, and worldly still, he requires you to come into his courts, but not in this manner; it's true, but not without uprightness; to be proud still, and worldly still, he requires you to come into his Courts, but not in this manner; pn31|vbz j, cc-acp xx p-acp n1; pc-acp vbi j av, cc j av, pns31 vvz pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp xx p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4378 so likewise for preaching, it is an ordinance of God, but if a man will preach, so likewise for preaching, it is an Ordinance of God, but if a man will preach, av av c-acp vvg, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp cs dt n1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4379 and doth not lead an holy and mortified life, and is not zealous for God and against sin, and does not led an holy and mortified life, and is not zealous for God and against since, cc vdz xx vvi dt j cc j-vvn n1, cc vbz xx j p-acp np1 cc p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4380 and to hold forth a blessed pattern of uprightness, God had as live have that mans room as his company, Psal. 50. 16. What hast thou to do to take my word into thy mouth, and to hold forth a blessed pattern of uprightness, God had as live have that men room as his company, Psalm 50. 16. What hast thou to do to take my word into thy Mouth, cc pc-acp vvi av dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1, np1 vhd a-acp vvi vhb d ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4381 and hatest to be reformed? As who should say, what makest thou here? it is fitter for thee to be in an Alehouse then in a Pulpit; and Hatest to be reformed? As who should say, what Makest thou Here? it is fitter for thee to be in an Alehouse then in a Pulpit; cc vv2 pc-acp vbi vvn? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, q-crq vv2 pns21 av? pn31 vbz jc p-acp pno21 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4382 so God hath commanded prayer, but if a man pray not in spirit and in truth, so God hath commanded prayer, but if a man pray not in Spirit and in truth, av np1 vhz vvn n1, cc-acp cs dt n1 vvb xx p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4383 and is not an holy man, his prayers are nothing. Prov. 15. 8. The prayer of the wicked is an abomination to God; and is not an holy man, his Prayers Are nothing. Curae 15. 8. The prayer of the wicked is an abomination to God; cc vbz xx dt j n1, po31 n2 vbr pix. np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4384 As who should say, if you prayed with an upright heart, your sacrifice would be a delight to God; As who should say, if you prayed with an upright heart, your sacrifice would be a delight to God; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pn22 vvd p-acp dt j n1, po22 n1 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4385 but seeing you are not upright, all your prayers and sacrifices are abominable in the sight of God. For humiliation to humble us; but seeing you Are not upright, all your Prayers and Sacrifices Are abominable in the sighed of God. For humiliation to humble us; cc-acp vvg pn22 vbr xx j, d po22 n2 cc n2 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 359 Page 121
4386 how should we be ashamed, there is no uprightness among us? the most of us are not upright before men, much less before God. how should we be ashamed, there is no uprightness among us? the most of us Are not upright before men, much less before God. q-crq vmd pns12 vbi j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno12? dt av-ds pp-f pno12 vbr xx av-j p-acp n2, av-d av-dc p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 360 Page 121
4387 For exhortation, that we would strive and labour to be upright, and upright before him; For exhortation, that we would strive and labour to be upright, and upright before him; p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi pc-acp vbi j, cc av-j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 361 Page 121
4388 that we would cry out with the Prophet David, O let my heart be upright before thee, that I may not be ashamed; that we would cry out with the Prophet David, Oh let my heart be upright before thee, that I may not be ashamed; cst pns12 vmd vvi av p-acp dt n1 np1, uh vvb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno21, cst pns11 vmb xx vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 361 Page 121
4389 if we find listlessenesse, and backwardness for God, if we find our hearts side with the ungodly, let us know we are wicked people, and cannot be of God; if we find listlessenesse, and backwardness for God, if we find our hearts side with the ungodly, let us know we Are wicked people, and cannot be of God; cs pns12 vvb n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, cs pns12 vvb po12 ng1 n1 p-acp dt j, vvb pno12 vvi pns12 vbr j n1, cc vmbx vbi pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 361 Page 121
4390 therefore set us labour to be upright before God. REV. 3. 2. I have not found thy works perfect before God. Therefore Set us labour to be upright before God. REV. 3. 2. I have not found thy works perfect before God. av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1. np1. crd crd pns11 vhb xx vvn po21 n2 j p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 361 Page 121
4391 THe point of Doctrine is this, that the Lord will search whither those that seem to be upright be so or no; finding presupposeth searching; THe point of Doctrine is this, that the Lord will search whither those that seem to be upright be so or no; finding presupposeth searching; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d, cst dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq d cst vvb pc-acp vbi j vbb av cc uh-dx; vvg vvz vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 362 Page 122
4392 I have not found thy works perfect. I have not found thy works perfect. pns11 vhb xx vvn po21 n2 j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 362 Page 122
4393 Now for the meaning of this searching, we must know that Gods searching and mans searching do much differ, Now for the meaning of this searching, we must know that God's searching and men searching doe much differ, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvg, pns12 vmb vvi d n2 vvg cc n2 vvg n1 av-d vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 362 Page 122
4394 and they differ in five respects. First, Mans searching may be without finding; and they differ in five respects. First, men searching may be without finding; cc pns32 vvb p-acp crd n2. ord, n2 vvg vmb vbi p-acp vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 362 Page 122
4395 though a man search all that ever he can, yet may be he cannot finde out the matter how it stands; though a man search all that ever he can, yet may be he cannot find out the matter how it Stands; cs dt n1 vvb d cst av pns31 vmb, av vmb vbi pns31 vmbx vvi av dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 363 Page 122
4396 Laban searched in Jacobs tent, and Leahs tent, and the two maids tent, and in Rachels tent for his images, Laban searched in Jacobs tent, and Leahs tent, and the two maids tent, and in Rachels tent for his Images, np1 vvn p-acp np1 n1, cc npg1 n1, cc dt crd n2 n1, cc p-acp npg1 vvb p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 363 Page 122
4397 and when he had done all he could not tell where they were; but now when God searcheth men, he is sure to find men out; and when he had done all he could not tell where they were; but now when God Searches men, he is sure to find men out; cc c-crq pns31 vhd vdn d pns31 vmd xx vvi c-crq pns32 vbdr; cc-acp av c-crq np1 vvz n2, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n2 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 363 Page 122
4398 O Lord thou searchest me out, saith David, Psal. 139. 1. This is the reason why men that are sligh and subtil, they care not much though they be si••ed by men, especially if there be none to witness against them; O Lord thou searchest me out, Says David, Psalm 139. 1. This is the reason why men that Are sligh and subtle, they care not much though they be si••ed by men, especially if there be none to witness against them; sy n1 pns21 vvn pno11 av, vvz np1, np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 c-crq n2 d vbr j cc j, pns32 vvb xx av-d cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n2, av-j cs pc-acp vbb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 363 Page 122
4399 you shall have them swear and swagger they were never guilty of such a thing, because they are confident it shall never come to light; you shall have them swear and swagger they were never guilty of such a thing, Because they Are confident it shall never come to Light; pn22 vmb vhi pno32 vvi cc vvi pns32 vbdr av-x j pp-f d dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j pn31 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 363 Page 122
4400 but if God searcheth, he will be sure to find. but if God Searches, he will be sure to find. cc-acp cs np1 vvz, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 363 Page 122
4401 Secondly, Mans searching hath ever ignorance foregoing, though after search may be he comes to know, Secondly, men searching hath ever ignorance foregoing, though After search may be he comes to know, ord, n2 vvg vhz av n1 vvg, cs p-acp n1 vmb vbi pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 364 Page 122
4402 yet before searching he knows not; Job, 29. 16. the case I knew not, I searched out; yet before searching he knows not; Job, 29. 16. the case I knew not, I searched out; av p-acp vvg pns31 vvz xx; n1, crd crd dt n1 pns11 vvd xx, pns11 vvd av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 364 Page 122
4403 he searched because he knew not; he searched Because he knew not; pns31 vvd c-acp pns31 vvd xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 364 Page 122
4404 but God as after searching he is sure to know and find out, so he knows before all searching; but God as After searching he is sure to know and find out, so he knows before all searching; cc-acp np1 c-acp p-acp vvg pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi av, av pns31 vvz p-acp d j-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 364 Page 122
4405 as the Church saith, if we be false in thy covenant, shall not God finde us out? for thou knowest the very thoughts of the heart and the reins, Psal. 44. 21. you see God searcheth because he doth know, man because he doth not. as the Church Says, if we be false in thy Covenant, shall not God find us out? for thou Knowest the very thoughts of the heart and the reins, Psalm 44. 21. you see God Searches Because he does know, man Because he does not. c-acp dt n1 vvz, cs pns12 vbb j p-acp po21 n1, vmb xx np1 vvi pno12 av? c-acp pns21 vv2 dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2, np1 crd crd pn22 vvb np1 vvz c-acp pns31 vdz vvi, n1 c-acp pns31 vdz xx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 364 Page 122
4406 Thirdly, Mans searching is properly so called; but when searching is spoken of God, it is after the manner of men; Thirdly, men searching is properly so called; but when searching is spoken of God, it is After the manner of men; ord, n2 vvg vbz av-j av vvn; cc-acp c-crq vvg vbz vvn pp-f np1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4407 God doth rather act a kind of searching, then search indeed; God does rather act a kind of searching, then search indeed; np1 vdz av-c vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg, av vvb av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4408 as he doth act a comming down, whereas properly he doth not come down, for he is everywhere; as he does act a coming down, whereas properly he does not come down, for he is everywhere; c-acp pns31 vdz vvi dt n-vvg a-acp, cs av-j pns31 vdz xx vvi a-acp, c-acp pns31 vbz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4409 and so he acts a kinde of ignorance, as if he knew not, and yet he knows all things; and so he acts a kind of ignorance, as if he knew not, and yet he knows all things; cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pns31 vvd xx, cc av pns31 vvz d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4410 as he speaks to Abraham concerning Sodom, Gen. 18. 21. I will goe down no•; there is an horrible noyse, what horrible sinners these Sodomites be; as he speaks to Abraham Concerning Sodom, Gen. 18. 21. I will go down no•; there is an horrible noise, what horrible Sinners these Sodomites be; c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp np1 vvg np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi a-acp n1; a-acp vbz dt j n1, r-crq j n2 d n2 vbb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4411 I will g• down now, and see whither it be altogether according to the cry that is come up unto me; if not, I will know: I will g• down now, and see whither it be altogether according to the cry that is come up unto me; if not, I will know: pns11 vmb n1 a-acp av, cc vvb c-crq pn31 vbb av vvg p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno11; cs xx, pns11 vmb vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4412 He speaks after the manner of men; He speaks After the manner of men; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4413 he need not come down, for he is present everywhere, and cannot move from one place to another; he need not come down, for he is present everywhere, and cannot move from one place to Another; pns31 vvb xx vvn a-acp, c-acp pns31 vbz j av, cc vmbx vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4414 and whereas he saith, if not, I will know; these things a• improperly spoken after the manner of men. and whereas he Says, if not, I will know; these things a• improperly spoken After the manner of men. cc cs pns31 vvz, cs xx, pns11 vmb vvi; d n2 n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 365 Page 122
4415 Fourthly, It is mans duty to search if he know not any particular passage of his life, whither it be warrantable or no; Fourthly, It is men duty to search if he know not any particular passage of his life, whither it be warrantable or no; ord, pn31 vbz ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vvb xx d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pn31 vbb j cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 122
4416 so Magistrates ought to search matters before they determine sentence, otherwise they may judge unrighteous judgement; so Magistrates ought to search matters before they determine sentence, otherwise they may judge unrighteous judgement; av n2 vmd pc-acp vvi n2 c-acp pns32 vvb n1, av pns32 vmb vvi j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 122
4417 now God searcheth not as though he had any need of searching, but to tell us our duty, to give us a good example; now God Searches not as though he had any need of searching, but to tell us our duty, to give us a good Exampl; av np1 vvz xx c-acp cs pns31 vhd d n1 pp-f vvg, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 122
4418 this phrase is given to him, to shew us what we should do; this phrase is given to him, to show us what we should do; d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno12 r-crq pns12 vmd vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 122
4419 as when there was an horrible attempt in the old world among the Builders of Babel, they would build a Tower whose top should reach up unto Heaven. as when there was an horrible attempt in the old world among the Builders of Babel, they would built a Tower whose top should reach up unto Heaven. c-acp c-crq pc-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 rg-crq n1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 123
4420 Now the Text saith, The Lord came down to see the Tower and the City that was built; Now the Text Says, The Lord Come down to see the Tower and the city that was built; av dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 cst vbds vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 123
4421 not as if he came down, so as taking this phrase unto himselfe; but to shew what our duty, and Magistrates duty is; not as if he Come down, so as taking this phrase unto himself; but to show what our duty, and Magistrates duty is; xx c-acp cs pns31 vvd a-acp, av c-acp vvg d n1 p-acp px31; cc-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq po12 n1, cc n2 n1 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 123
4422 to search before they pass sentence, and to see whether reports given out be true or no. to search before they pass sentence, and to see whither reports given out be true or no. pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vvb n1, cc pc-acp vvi cs n2 vvn av vbb j cc uh-dx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 366 Page 123
4423 Fifthly, Mans searching is for himselfe, that things may appear to himselfe; Fifthly, men searching is for himself, that things may appear to himself; ord, n2 vvg vbz p-acp px31, cst n2 vmb vvi p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 367 Page 123
4424 but when God searcheth, it is not that it may appear unto him, but to the world, that it may be manifest abroad, that a mans selfe and others may see it; but when God Searches, it is not that it may appear unto him, but to the world, that it may be manifest abroad, that a men self and Others may see it; cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz, pn31 vbz xx cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi j av, cst dt ng1 n1 cc n2-jn vmb vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 367 Page 123
4425 it is spoken onely in regard of the nature of the thing; some things are manifest, and some secret. it is spoken only in regard of the nature of the thing; Some things Are manifest, and Some secret. pn31 vbz vvn av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d n2 vbr j, cc d n-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 367 Page 123
4426 Now God is said to search, when he makes other things that in their own nature are hidden to men, Now God is said to search, when he makes other things that in their own nature Are hidden to men, av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns31 vvz j-jn n2 cst p-acp po32 d n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 367 Page 123
4427 when God brings them abroad, and unveils them, and unmasks them, and openly reveals them. 1 Cor. 4. 5. Judge not before the time, till the Lord comes, who will bring to light the hidden things of darkness. when God brings them abroad, and unveils them, and unmasks them, and openly reveals them. 1 Cor. 4. 5. Judge not before the time, till the Lord comes, who will bring to Light the hidden things of darkness. c-crq np1 vvz pno32 av, cc vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32, cc av-j vvz pno32. crd np1 crd crd n1 xx p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 367 Page 123
4428 He searcheth them not for himselfe, but to make them manifest; he saw them before, but they were not manifest abroad; He Searches them not for himself, but to make them manifest; he saw them before, but they were not manifest abroad; pns31 vvz pno32 xx p-acp px31, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi; pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vbdr xx j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 367 Page 123
4429 they were under the hatches, no body could tell whether they were so or no. Now God is said to search to bring them abroad. they were under the Hates, no body could tell whither they were so or no. Now God is said to search to bring them abroad. pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n2, dx n1 vmd vvi cs pns32 vbdr av cc uh-dx. av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 367 Page 123
4430 Now God is said to search five manner of wayes. Now God is said to search five manner of ways. av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi crd n1 pp-f n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 368 Page 123
4431 First, By his own Spirit, 1 Cor. 2. 10. So saith David, Whither shall I fly from thy Spirit? if I goe up into heaven, thou art there, &c. If thou shouldst goe into the Alehouse, First, By his own Spirit, 1 Cor. 2. 10. So Says David, Whither shall I fly from thy Spirit? if I go up into heaven, thou art there, etc. If thou Shouldst go into the Alehouse, ord, p-acp po31 d n1, crd np1 crd crd np1 vvz np1, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po21 n1? cs pns11 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pns21 vb2r a-acp, av cs pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4432 or any bad place, God is there a spectator; or any bad place, God is there a spectator; cc d j n1, np1 vbz a-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4433 though the Devil onely, and such as are his Imps, are there keeping company with thee, though the devil only, and such as Are his Imps, Are there keeping company with thee, cs dt n1 av-j, cc d c-acp vbr po31 n2, vbr pc-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4434 yet God is there beholding thee; though we should dig never so deep, God can trace us, and finde us out; yet God is there beholding thee; though we should dig never so deep, God can trace us, and find us out; av np1 vbz pc-acp vvg pno21; cs pns12 vmd vvi av av av-jn, np1 vmb vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4435 though we should be never so closely and cleverly wicked, God can dive into us what we are; though we should be never so closely and cleverly wicked, God can dive into us what we Are; cs pns12 vmd vbi av-x av av-j cc av-j j, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 r-crq pns12 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4436 Come in thou wife of Jeroboam, saith the Prophet, why dissemblest thou thy selfe to be another? The Spirit of God revealed it. Come in thou wife of Jeroboam, Says the Prophet, why dissemblest thou thy self to be Another? The Spirit of God revealed it. vvb p-acp pns21 n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, q-crq vv2 pns21 po21 n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn? dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4437 When Gehesai wiped his lips, O thy servant •ent no whither; When Gehesai wiped his lips, Oh thy servant •ent no whither; c-crq np1 vvd po31 n2, uh po21 n1 vvd dx c-crq; (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4438 Did not my spirit goe with thee, saith Elisha, when the man returned? He shewes how the Spirit of God, which he calls his spirit, Did not my Spirit go with thee, Says Elisha, when the man returned? He shows how the Spirit of God, which he calls his Spirit, vdd xx po11 n1 vvi p-acp pno21, vvz np1, c-crq dt n1 vvn? pns31 vvz c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4439 because it dwelt in him, did reveal his wretchedness. Because it dwelled in him, did reveal his wretchedness. c-acp pn31 vvd p-acp pno31, vdd vvi po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 369 Page 123
4440 Secondly, As the Lord searcheth by his own Spirit, so also by the spirit of man; Secondly, As the Lord Searches by his own Spirit, so also by the Spirit of man; ord, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n1, av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4441 as for example, by the spirit of the Magistrate, he doth search out sly offenders; as for Exampl, by the Spirit of the Magistrate, he does search out sly offenders; c-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vdz vvi av j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4442 when Solomon had said, The King doth scatter the wicked, Prov. 20. 27. in the next words he answers an Objection, when Solomon had said, The King does scatter the wicked, Curae 20. 27. in the next words he answers an Objection, c-crq np1 vhd vvn, dt n1 vdz vvi dt j, np1 crd crd p-acp dt ord n2 pns31 vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4443 How shall he finde out whether such a man be wicked or no? A man may be brought before a Magistrate, How shall he find out whither such a man be wicked or no? A man may be brought before a Magistrate, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi av cs d dt n1 vbi j cc dx? dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4444 and yet have all the hands in the Parish for his good behaviour: and yet have all the hands in the Parish for his good behaviour: cc av vhb d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4445 Now how shall the Magistrate finde it out? saith he, The spirit of man is the candle of the Lord; Now how shall the Magistrate find it out? Says he, The Spirit of man is the candle of the Lord; av q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb pn31 av? vvz pns31, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4446 that is, as Tremelius expounds it, the Lord helps the Magistrate to finde out these fellows, that is, as Tremelius expounds it, the Lord helps the Magistrate to find out these Fellows, cst vbz, c-acp np1 vvz pn31, dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4447 though they be never so subtle; and how doth he help him? by the Magistrates own wit and wisedome; though they be never so subtle; and how does he help him? by the Magistrates own wit and Wisdom; cs pns32 vbb av-x av j; cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pno31? p-acp dt n2 d n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4448 it is the candle of the Lord, the Lord gives him light to sift things, and bring things to light; it is the candle of the Lord, the Lord gives him Light to sift things, and bring things to Light; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno31 j pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvi n2 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4449 and though wicked and ungodly men hang together, though they swear and combine themselves hand in hand together, and though wicked and ungodly men hang together, though they swear and combine themselves hand in hand together, cc cs j cc j n2 vvb av, cs pns32 vvb cc vvi px32 n1 p-acp n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4450 yet if a Magistrate be an able man, and gifted of the Lord, the Lord hath set a candle in that mans minde, to light him how to discover them: yet if a Magistrate be an able man, and gifted of the Lord, the Lord hath Set a candle in that men mind, to Light him how to discover them: av cs dt n1 vbb dt j n1, cc vvn pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp d ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32: (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4451 As when the two Harlots came before Solomon, the spirit of Solomon was the candle of the Lord that lighted him to discover which was the mother of the childe. As when the two Harlots Come before Solomon, the Spirit of Solomon was the candle of the Lord that lighted him to discover which was the mother of the child. c-acp c-crq dt crd n2 vvd p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 370 Page 123
4452 Thirdly, God doth search a man by the conscience in a man himselfe; sometimes you shall have a childe of God much afraid that he is not sincere, and calls all into question; Thirdly, God does search a man by the conscience in a man himself; sometime you shall have a child of God much afraid that he is not sincere, and calls all into question; ord, np1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 px31; av pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 av-d j cst pns31 vbz xx j, cc vvz d p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 123
4453 anon the Lord discovers he is sincere, and reveals he is upright; how doth he doe it? by his own conscience; anon the Lord discovers he is sincere, and reveals he is upright; how does he do it? by his own conscience; av dt n1 vvz pns31 vbz j, cc vvz pns31 vbz j; q-crq vdz pns31 vdi pn31? p-acp po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 123
4454 as the ease was Davids; one time he concluded all was naught, and he had nothing of God in him, as the ease was Davids; one time he concluded all was nought, and he had nothing of God in him, c-acp dt n1 vbds np1; crd n1 pns31 vvd d vbds pix, cc pns31 vhd pix pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4455 and God was gone quite away, and had shut up his mercy for evermore; at last God revealed David to himselfe, and that by his own conscience; and God was gone quite away, and had shut up his mercy for evermore; At last God revealed David to himself, and that by his own conscience; cc np1 vbds vvn av av, cc vhd vvn a-acp po31 n1 c-acp av; p-acp ord np1 vvd np1 p-acp px31, cc cst p-acp po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4456 My own spirit searched, saith he, Psal. 77. 6. and then he saw that it was but his infirmity; My own Spirit searched, Says he, Psalm 77. 6. and then he saw that it was but his infirmity; po11 d n1 vvn, vvz pns31, np1 crd crd cc av pns31 vvd cst pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4457 his own spirit and conscience, the Lord stirred it up to make diligent search, and David perceived himselfe to be as he was; his own Spirit and conscience, the Lord stirred it up to make diligent search, and David perceived himself to be as he was; po31 d n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvd pn31 a-acp pc-acp vvi j n1, cc np1 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi c-acp pns31 vbds; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4458 so on the contrary a wicked man may seem to have good hopes to be godly, so on the contrary a wicked man may seem to have good hope's to be godly, av p-acp dt j-jn dt j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi j n2 pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4459 and to have an honest & sincere heart, and be a good Christian, and he professeth himselfe to be so; and to have an honest & sincere heart, and be a good Christian, and he Professes himself to be so; cc pc-acp vhi dt j cc j n1, cc vbb dt j njp, cc pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4460 and if any one should charge him with the contrary, he would say they were uncharitable. Now this is a secret. and if any one should charge him with the contrary, he would say they were uncharitable. Now this is a secret. cc cs d pi vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n-jn, pns31 vmd vvi pns32 vbdr j. av d vbz dt j-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4461 Now the Lord searcheth him out by his own conscience; Now the Lord Searches him out by his own conscience; av dt n1 vvz pno31 av p-acp po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4462 thus it was with Pharaoh; he thought he did well in not letting the children of Israel goe, thus it was with Pharaoh; he Thought he did well in not letting the children of Israel go, av pn31 vbds p-acp np1; pns31 vvd pns31 vdd av p-acp xx vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4463 nay he thought Moses was unreasonable to demand such a thing; nay he Thought Moses was unreasonable to demand such a thing; uh-x pns31 vvd np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4464 what, to let six hundred thousand of his servants to goe out of his Kingdome at once! what, to let six hundred thousand of his Servants to go out of his Kingdom At once! r-crq, pc-acp vvi crd crd crd pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vvi av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp a-acp! (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4465 there was no equity he should let them goe. there was no equity he should let them go. pc-acp vbds dx n1 pns31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4466 Now the Lord discovered this was nothing but the wretchednesse of his own heart, and made his conscience cry out, The Lord is righteous, and I and my people are wicked. Now the Lord discovered this was nothing but the wretchedness of his own heart, and made his conscience cry out, The Lord is righteous, and I and my people Are wicked. av dt n1 vvd d vbds pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc vvd po31 n1 vvi av, dt n1 vbz j, cc pns11 cc po11 n1 vbr j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4467 Rightly doth he call for it at my hands, and rightly doth he punish me for not doing of it, Rightly does he call for it At my hands, and rightly does he Punish me for not doing of it, av-jn vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po11 n2, cc av-jn vdz pns31 vvi pno11 c-acp xx vdg pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4468 and I am a wicked man, and have done it out of the wickedness of my heart. and I am a wicked man, and have done it out of the wickedness of my heart. cc pns11 vbm dt j n1, cc vhb vdn pn31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 371 Page 124
4469 Fourthly, The Lord searcheth men out by his Word; Fourthly, The Lord Searches men out by his Word; ord, dt n1 vvz n2 av p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4470 he doth thereby discover men to be what they are, Heb. 4. 12. The Word of God is quick and powerful, sharper then a two-edged sword, &c. and is a searcher and discerner of the thoughts and intentions of the hearts; he does thereby discover men to be what they Are, Hebrew 4. 12. The Word of God is quick and powerful, sharper then a two-edged sword, etc. and is a searcher and discerner of the thoughts and intentions of the hearts; pns31 vdz av vvi n2 pc-acp vbi r-crq pns32 vbr, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j cc j, jc cs dt j n1, av cc vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4471 the Word of God doth search and discover men; the Word of God does search and discover men; dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi cc vvi n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4472 though they be never so secretly covered, yet notwithstanding the Word of the Lord finds them out; though they be never so secretly covered, yet notwithstanding the Word of the Lord finds them out; cs pns32 vbb av-x av av-jn vvn, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4473 as you may see it discovered the woman of Samaria; it made her give over all her wrangling and disputing the case with Christ; as you may see it discovered the woman of Samaria; it made her give over all her wrangling and disputing the case with christ; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1; pn31 vvd pno31 vvi a-acp d po31 n-vvg cc vvg dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4474 it made her cry out at the last, O come and see a man that hath told me all that ever I have done, John 4. 29. So the Apostle when he would exhort the Corinthians to expound the word in a known tongue, he gives this reason; it made her cry out At the last, Oh come and see a man that hath told me all that ever I have done, John 4. 29. So the Apostle when he would exhort the Corinthians to expound the word in a known tongue, he gives this reason; pn31 vvd pno31 vvi av p-acp dt ord, uh vvb cc vvi dt n1 cst vhz vvn pno11 d cst av pns11 vhb vdn, np1 crd crd np1 dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi dt np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1, pns31 vvz d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4475 O saith he, if you doe thus, it will discover people; Oh Says he, if you do thus, it will discover people; uh vvz pns31, cs pn22 vdb av, pn31 vmb vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4476 if a man should come in, he will be judged by you, and the thoughts of his heart will be made manifest, 1 Cor. 14. 24. The Word of God is a divine thing, if a man should come in, he will be judged by you, and the thoughts of his heart will be made manifest, 1 Cor. 14. 24. The Word of God is a divine thing, cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn j, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4477 and it is a plain sign that it is the word of an all-searching God; for it can meet with mens thoughts, and mens secrets. and it is a plain Signen that it is the word of an All-searching God; for it can meet with men's thoughts, and men's secrets. cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j np1; p-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp ng2 n2, cc ng2 n2-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4478 When King Ahasuerus said, What shall be done to the man whom the King delighteth to honour? what man living could tell what Haman thought at that time? yet the Word of God revealed the thought of his heart, Hest. 6. 6. When David was dancing before the Ark, When King Ahasuerus said, What shall be done to the man whom the King delights to honour? what man living could tell what Haman Thought At that time? yet the Word of God revealed the Thought of his heart, Hest. 6. 6. When David was dancing before the Ark, c-crq n1 np1 vvd, q-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 ro-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1? r-crq n1 vvg vmd vvi r-crq np1 vvd p-acp d n1? av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vbds vvg p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4479 and Michal looked o•t at the window, what man could tell what she thought in her heart? yet the Word of God sets it down, She despised him in her heart, 2 Sam. 6. 16. When Foelix was talking privately with St. Paul friendly and kindly, what man or Angel could imagine what Foelix thought at that time? yet the Word of the Lord layes it open, He thought to have a bribe: and Michal looked o•t At the window, what man could tell what she Thought in her heart? yet the Word of God sets it down, She despised him in her heart, 2 Sam. 6. 16. When Felix was talking privately with Saint Paul friendly and kindly, what man or Angel could imagine what Felix Thought At that time? yet the Word of the Lord lays it open, He Thought to have a bribe: cc np1 vvd av p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 vmd vvi r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1? av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31 a-acp, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd c-crq fw-la vbds vvg av-j p-acp n1 np1 j cc av-j, r-crq n1 cc n1 vmd vvi r-crq fw-la vvd p-acp d n1? av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31 j, pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4480 You will say, who could tell that 'tis true? men know not peoples hearts; You will say, who could tell that it's true? men know not peoples hearts; pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vmd vvi d pn31|vbz j? n2 vvb xx ng1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4481 yet many times the Word meets with them, insomuch that they are ready to say sometimes, who told the Minister of me? certainly he hath some blab, yet many times the Word meets with them, insomuch that they Are ready to say sometime, who told the Minister of me? Certainly he hath Some blab, av d n2 dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, av cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi av, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f pno11? av-j pns31 vhz d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4482 how should he come to know this, and speak of this in the Pulpit? the Word of God meets with them. how should he come to know this, and speak of this in the Pulpit? the Word of God meets with them. q-crq vmd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi d, cc vvi pp-f d p-acp dt n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 372 Page 124
4483 Fifthly, the Lord searcheth men by his providence; Fifthly, the Lord Searches men by his providence; ord, dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 124
4484 though men carry it out never so handsomely and fairly, and can goe in the dark, though men carry it out never so handsomely and fairly, and can go in the dark, cs n2 vvb pn31 av av av av-j cc av-j, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 124
4485 and under the hatches for a long time; and under the Hates for a long time; cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 124
4486 yet the providence of God will have a time to finde them out, as Job speaks, Job 12. 22. He discovereth the deep things out of darkness, &c. That is, he doth it many times by his providence, he reveals things that are otherwise secret and unknown, yet the providence of God will have a time to find them out, as Job speaks, Job 12. 22. He Discovereth the deep things out of darkness, etc. That is, he does it many times by his providence, he reveals things that Are otherwise secret and unknown, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av, c-acp n1 vvz, n1 crd crd pns31 vvz dt j-jn n2 av pp-f n1, av cst vbz, pns31 vdz pn31 d n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz n2 cst vbr av j-jn cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 124
4487 and lie hid, yet he brings them out; and lie hid, yet he brings them out; cc vvi vvn, av pns31 vvz pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 124
4488 men may blear the world, and deceive their own soules, but the providence of God in the end will search out all secret things, men may blear the world, and deceive their own Souls, but the providence of God in the end will search out all secret things, n2 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi po32 d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av d j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 125
4489 and make them as manifest as things done on the house top; and make them as manifest as things done on the house top; cc vvi pno32 p-acp j c-acp n2 vdn p-acp dt n1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 125
4490 it is a strange thing to see how many, that have boyled in their hearts against the Saints and Ministers of God, it is a strange thing to see how many, that have boiled in their hearts against the Saints and Ministers of God, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq d, cst vhb j-vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 125
4491 and they have carried it it out slyly and fairly, yet God hath discovered their malice and spight, and they have carried it it out slyly and fairly, yet God hath discovered their malice and spite, cc pns32 vhb vvn pn31 pn31 av av-j cc av-j, av np1 vhz vvn po32 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 125
4492 and their venemous speeches, and the envy they have borne against the people of God: and their venomous Speeches, and the envy they have born against the people of God: cc po32 j n2, cc dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 125
4493 What strange things hath the Lord discovered? when men have concluded no eye should see it, I hope no body shall know it; What strange things hath the Lord discovered? when men have concluded no eye should see it, I hope no body shall know it; r-crq j n2 vhz dt n1 vvn? q-crq n2 vhb vvn dx n1 vmd vvi pn31, pns11 vvb dx n1 vmb vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 125
4494 yet the providence of God comes to finde it out either first or last. Now the providence of God discovers mens works that are in secret divers wayes. yet the providence of God comes to find it out either First or last. Now the providence of God discovers men's works that Are in secret diverse ways. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 av d ord cc ord. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz ng2 n2 cst vbr p-acp j-jn j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 373 Page 125
4495 First, By letting his people to suspect men; First, By letting his people to suspect men; ord, p-acp vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4496 'tis true, we ought not to give way to an humour of suspition, for it is directly against charity; for charity thinketh no ill; it's true, we ought not to give Way to an humour of suspicion, for it is directly against charity; for charity Thinketh no ill; pn31|vbz j, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j p-acp n1; p-acp n1 vvz dx j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4497 therefore we should take heed of suspition without just cause of suspition; for hereby we may wrong persons, as the Disciples, though Paul was a true Convert, Therefore we should take heed of suspicion without just cause of suspicion; for hereby we may wrong Persons, as the Disciples, though Paul was a true Convert, av pns12 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f n1; c-acp av pns12 vmb vvi n2, c-acp dt n2, cs np1 vbds dt j vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4498 yet they suspected he was not, and so wronged him: It is a dangerous thing to suspect any man without infallible ground; yet they suspected he was not, and so wronged him: It is a dangerous thing to suspect any man without infallible ground; av pns32 vvd pns31 vbds xx, cc av vvd pno31: pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4499 yet many times the providence of God doth discover men by this meanes, as you may see an example in those false-hearted ones Ezra 4. they would come and build with Zerubbabel and Jehoshua; they made as if they did intend the promotion of the Church and Commonwealth. yet many times the providence of God does discover men by this means, as you may see an Exampl in those False-hearted ones Ezra 4. they would come and built with Zerubbabel and Joshua; they made as if they did intend the promotion of the Church and Commonwealth. av d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi n2 p-acp d n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d j pi2 np1 crd pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 cc np1; pns32 vvd c-acp cs pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4500 Now verse 3. they suspected them. Now verse 3. they suspected them. av n1 crd pns32 vvd pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4501 Now when they saw that they were shy of them, they displayed themselves, and laid themselves open, Now when they saw that they were shy of them, they displayed themselves, and laid themselves open, av c-crq pns32 vvd cst pns32 vbdr j pp-f pno32, pns32 vvd px32, cc vvd px32 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4502 and turned to the contrary side, and did them all the mischiefe they could. Secondly, by letting of good people to injure and wrong them; and turned to the contrary side, and did them all the mischief they could. Secondly, by letting of good people to injure and wrong them; cc vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vdd pno32 d dt n1 pns32 vmd. ord, p-acp vvg pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 374 Page 125
4503 this is very true, that the children of God should wrong no body, especially none that are Christians, that we may have any hope they are godly; this is very true, that the children of God should wrong no body, especially none that Are Christians, that we may have any hope they Are godly; d vbz av j, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vvi dx n1, av-j pi cst vbr np1, cst pns12 vmb vhi d n1 pns32 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4504 if a child of God should •ong any man in the least degree, he is guilty of all the mischief that shall follow after; if a child of God should •ong any man in the least degree, he is guilty of all the mischief that shall follow After; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt ds n1, pns31 vbz j pp-f d dt n1 cst vmb vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4505 therefore we should be marvellous careful that we wrong no man in thought, word, or deed; Therefore we should be marvellous careful that we wrong no man in Thought, word, or deed; av pns12 vmd vbi j j cst pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4506 but yet it will be so long as we dwell here in the flesh; but yet it will be so long as we dwell Here in the Flesh; cc-acp av pn31 vmb vbi av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4507 wrongs will be committed by good people sometimes against their wills, sometimes by corruptions rising in their hearts contrary to their minds and principles they goe upon. wrongs will be committed by good people sometime against their wills, sometime by corruptions rising in their hearts contrary to their minds and principles they go upon. vvz vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1 av p-acp po32 n2, av p-acp n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2 j-jn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 pns32 vvb p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4508 Now when these wrongs fall upon those that are not sound, this discovers them; for their venom and madnesse falls not onely upon them, but upon all Professors; Now when these wrongs fallen upon those that Are not found, this discovers them; for their venom and madness falls not only upon them, but upon all Professors; av c-crq d n2-jn vvb p-acp d cst vbr xx j, d vvz pno32; p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp pno32, cc-acp p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4509 these are your Professors, and precise fellows! these Are your Professors, and precise Fellows! d vbr po22 n2, cc j n2! (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4510 nay let but the children of God be indiscreet, this by the providence of God doth divers times discover men; nay let but the children of God be indiscreet, this by the providence of God does diverse times discover men; uh-x vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbb j, d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz j n2 vvb n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4511 as Saul a great hypocrite, indeed he had many admirable things in him, he had admirable Government; as Saul a great hypocrite, indeed he had many admirable things in him, he had admirable Government; c-acp np1 dt j n1, av pns31 vhd d j n2 p-acp pno31, pns31 vhd j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4512 and though he were not a man that truly loved holinesse, yet he did abundance of good things, and though he were not a man that truly loved holiness, yet he did abundance of good things, cc cs pns31 vbdr xx dt n1 cst av-j vvd n1, av pns31 vdd n1 pp-f j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4513 and he hoped he was right. and he hoped he was right. cc pns31 vvd pns31 vbds j-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4514 Now the Lord discovered him by this, by letting him have some indiscretion shewed towards him; Now the Lord discovered him by this, by letting him have Some indiscretion showed towards him; av dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp d, p-acp vvg pno31 vhi d n1 vvd p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4515 as the women in the Song, Saul hath slain his thousands, and David his ten thousands; as the women in the Song, Saul hath slave his thousands, and David his ten thousands; c-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 vhz vvn po31 crd, cc np1 po31 crd crd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4516 it was indiscreetly spoken of them; though it were true, they ought not to have made such a Song of it; it was indiscreetly spoken of them; though it were true, they ought not to have made such a Song of it; pn31 vbds av-j vvn pp-f pno32; cs pn31 vbdr j, pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vhi vvn d dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4517 though no question the women meant well in what they did, and were honest and well-minded people; though no question the women meant well in what they did, and were honest and well-minded people; cs dx n1 dt n2 vvd av p-acp r-crq pns32 vdd, cc vbdr j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4518 yet through their indiscretion Saul stomachs David, and grows to be a persecutor; From this time forward be eyed David. yet through their indiscretion Saul stomachs David, and grows to be a persecutor; From this time forward be eyed David. av p-acp po32 n1 np1 n2 np1, cc vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1; p-acp d n1 av-j vbi vvn np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 375 Page 125
4519 Thirdly, By guiding of his Ministers to home-preaching; this discovers people what they are; Thirdly, By guiding of his Ministers to home-preaching; this discovers people what they Are; ord, p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j; d vvz n1 r-crq pns32 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 125
4520 if they be godly and upright, when the word of God meets with any corruption of theirs, if they be godly and upright, when the word of God meets with any corruption of theirs, cs pns32 vbb j cc j, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f png32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 125
4521 then it shews they are of God; for then they fall down before God, and acknowledge their sin, and repent of it, then it shows they Are of God; for then they fallen down before God, and acknowledge their since, and Repent of it, cs pn31 vvz pns32 vbr pp-f np1; c-acp cs pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvi po32 n1, cc vvi pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 125
4522 and part with it, and loath it, and cry to Heaven for the pardon of it, and part with it, and loath it, and cry to Heaven for the pardon of it, cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvb pn31, cc vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 125
4523 and labour to have it rooted out of their soules and consciences, and so they are discovered to be sound; and labour to have it rooted out of their Souls and Consciences, and so they Are discovered to be found; cc n1 pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn av pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, cc av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 125
4524 but when this meets with an unsound heart, and comes to display his secret lusts, and vile courses, not being able to stoop to this, it shewes what it is; but when this meets with an unsound heart, and comes to display his secret Lustiest, and vile courses, not being able to stoop to this, it shows what it is; cc-acp c-crq d vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn n2, cc j n2, xx vbg j pc-acp vvi p-acp d, pn31 vvz r-crq pn31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4525 as when Christ preached something sharply, John 6. 55, 60. O say they, It is hard hard saying, who can bear it? And from that time many of his Disciples forsook him. as when christ preached something sharply, John 6. 55, 60. O say they, It is hard hard saying, who can bear it? And from that time many of his Disciples forsook him. c-acp c-crq np1 vvd pi av-j, np1 crd crd, crd sy vvb pns32, pn31 vbz av-j j n-vvg, r-crq vmb vvi pn31? cc p-acp d n1 d pp-f po31 n2 vvd pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4526 It fares with Gods Church in this case, as with Ishbosheth; Abner seemed to be his dear friend, and stuck close to him; It fares with God's Church in this case, as with Ishbosheth; Abner seemed to be his dear friend, and stuck close to him; pn31 vvz p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp p-acp np1; np1 vvd pc-acp vbi po31 j-jn n1, cc vvd av-j p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4527 yet when Ishbesheth told him of his faults, of his whoredome, and lying with his Fathers Concubines, yet when Ishbosheth told him of his Faults, of his whoredom, and lying with his Father's Concubines, av c-crq vvz vvd pno31 pp-f po31 n2, pp-f po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 ng1 ng1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4528 then he was mad, and was not able to brook him; then he was mad, and was not able to brook him; cs pns31 vbds j, cc vbds xx j pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4529 presently he falls off from Ishbesheth, because of this away he goes, and turns his enemy: presently he falls off from Ishbosheth, Because of this away he Goes, and turns his enemy: av-j pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp vvz, c-acp pp-f d av pns31 vvz, cc vvz po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4530 So it fares with the Saints of God, many seem to be their dear friends, and keep close to them, and joyn with them; So it fares with the Saints of God, many seem to be their dear Friends, and keep close to them, and join with them; av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, d vvb pc-acp vbi po32 j-jn n2, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno32, cc vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4531 but when they are dealt withal about things amisse in them, they discover what they are, they do not like such men, they care not how little they come in their company, they fail off, but when they Are dealt withal about things amiss in them, they discover what they Are, they do not like such men, they care not how little they come in their company, they fail off, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp n2 av p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb r-crq pns32 vbr, pns32 vdb xx av-j d n2, pns32 vvb xx c-crq j pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vvb a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4532 and so are made manifest what they are. Fourthly, By their own lusts and corruptions; and so Are made manifest what they Are. Fourthly, By their own Lustiest and corruptions; cc av vbr vvn j r-crq pns32 vbr. ord, p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 376 Page 126
4533 for you shall have men many times hear the Word, and being wrought upon in their consciences by the Word, for you shall have men many times hear the Word, and being wrought upon in their Consciences by the Word, c-acp pn22 vmb vhi n2 d n2 vvi dt n1, cc vbg vvn p-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4534 or by Gods judgements, that startles them, they give over their sins upon this, and reform, or by God's Judgments, that startles them, they give over their Sins upon this, and reform, cc p-acp npg1 n2, cst vvz pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d, cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4535 and will have good orders in their Families, and take up good duties; and will have good order in their Families, and take up good duties; cc vmb vhi j n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb a-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4536 and not having a sound, but a false heart, a covetous heart, in the end this worldlinesse, and not having a found, but a false heart, a covetous heart, in the end this worldliness, cc xx vhg dt n1, cc-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4537 or any other lust that is unmortified, the Lord doth use it as an instrument to discover that all th•se Reformations of theirs were never sound; or any other lust that is unmortified, the Lord does use it as an Instrument to discover that all th•se Reformations of theirs were never found; cc d j-jn n1 cst vbz vvn, dt n1 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst d j n2 pp-f png32 vbdr av-x j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4538 in the end they come to count this a burden, and such a burden as they are not able to bear, in the end they come to count this a burden, and such a burden as they Are not able to bear, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d dt n1, cc d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4539 and so grow to be something weary of their strict courses, and give over by degrees not to be so careful in their Families to pray morning and evening, and so grow to be something weary of their strict courses, and give over by Degrees not to be so careful in their Families to pray morning and evening, cc av vvb pc-acp vbi pi j pp-f po32 j n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp n2 xx pc-acp vbi av j p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4540 and sometimes omit it, and not to be so forward for God and goodnesse; and sometime omit it, and not to be so forward for God and Goodness; cc av vvb pn31, cc xx pc-acp vbi av av-j p-acp np1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4541 and at the last they come to shew plainly that there was never any soundnesse in them; and At the last they come to show plainly that there was never any soundness in them; cc p-acp dt ord pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j cst pc-acp vbds av-x d n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4542 thus the Lord doth many times lead them forth among evil doers, Psa. 125. 5. and so such as have kept company among good doers, are discovered to be evil doers, thus Demas was discovered; thus the Lord does many times led them forth among evil doers, Psa. 125. 5. and so such as have kept company among good doers, Are discovered to be evil doers, thus Demas was discovered; av dt n1 vdz d n2 vvb pno32 av p-acp j-jn n2, np1 crd crd cc av d c-acp vhb vvn n1 p-acp j n2, vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j-jn n2, av np1 vbds vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4543 for a time he followed St. Paul, but having a worldly heart, the Lord discovered him by it in the •nd, it made him weary of Pauls company, for a time he followed Saint Paul, but having a worldly heart, the Lord discovered him by it in the •nd, it made him weary of Paul's company, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd n1 np1, p-acp vhg dt j n1, dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvd pno31 j pp-f npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4544 and he fell to embrace this present world, 2 Tim. 4. 10. Lastly, By the times, by persecutions that arise against the Church of God; and he fell to embrace this present world, 2 Tim. 4. 10. Lastly, By the times, by persecutions that arise against the Church of God; cc pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d j n1, crd np1 crd crd ord, p-acp dt n2, p-acp n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 377 Page 126
4545 and this knocks off all that were but meer hangbyes; and this knocks off all that were but mere hangbyes; cc d vvz a-acp d cst vbdr p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 378 Page 126
4546 it knocks them off from the good course they seemed to follow before, and they follow the contrary; it knocks them off from the good course they seemed to follow before, and they follow the contrary; pn31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pns32 vvb dt j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 378 Page 126
4547 as Christ notes, Matth. 13. 20, 21. They that received the seed into stony ground, when persecution arose, they f•ll off. as christ notes, Matthew 13. 20, 21. They that received the seed into stony ground, when persecution arose, they f•ll off. c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp j n1, c-crq n1 vvd, pns32 vvb a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 378 Page 126
4548 When persecution and trouble did arise, they were offended; this discovered them; When persecution and trouble did arise, they were offended; this discovered them; c-crq n1 cc n1 vdd vvi, pns32 vbdr vvn; d vvd pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 378 Page 126
4549 as if there be any rift or unsound place in the house, a sharp tempest will discover it, as if there be any rift or unsound place in the house, a sharp tempest will discover it, c-acp cs pc-acp vbb d n1 cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vmb vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 378 Page 126
4550 and shew where is a flaw in the building; so if there be a flaw in a mans faith or profession; and show where is a flaw in the building; so if there be a flaw in a men faith or profession; cc vvb c-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg; av cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 378 Page 126
4551 if a man be not right towards God, the times will discover this. if a man be not right towards God, the times will discover this. cs dt n1 vbb xx j-jn p-acp np1, dt n2 vmb vvi d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 378 Page 126
4552 The Reasons of this are, First, because it is Gods Prerogative thus to doe, because the perfection of mens works; The Reasons of this Are, First, Because it is God's Prerogative thus to do, Because the perfection of men's works; dt n2 pp-f d vbr, ord, c-acp pn31 vbz ng1 n1 av pc-acp vdi, c-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4553 though men may give a guesse at it, yet it is a secret. though men may give a guess At it, yet it is a secret. cs n2 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, av pn31 vbz dt j-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4554 Now it is Gods Prerogative Royal to reveale secrets, Jer. 17. 10. I the Lord search the heart, &c. The heart is deceitfull above all things, who can know it? 'Tis true, Now it is God's Prerogative Royal to reveal secrets, Jer. 17. 10. I the Lord search the heart, etc. The heart is deceitful above all things, who can know it? It's true, av pn31 vbz ng1 n1 j pc-acp vvi n2-jn, np1 crd crd sy dt n1 vvb dt n1, av dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, r-crq vmb vvi pn31? pn31|vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4555 but I the Lord search the heart, and try the reins. but I the Lord search the heart, and try the reins. cc-acp pns11 dt n1 vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4556 So you see God takes it to himselfe as his own Prerogative Royal, to search men out what they are: So you see God Takes it to himself as his own Prerogative Royal, to search men out what they Are: av pn22 vvb np1 vvz pn31 pc-acp px31 p-acp po31 d n1 j, pc-acp vvi n2 av r-crq pns32 vbr: (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4557 And indeed the Lord sometimes in Scripture is described by this very thing, the searching of the heart. And indeed the Lord sometime in Scripture is described by this very thing, the searching of the heart. cc av dt n1 av p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp d j n1, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4558 Rom. 8. 27. He that searcheth the heart. Rom. 8. 27. He that Searches the heart. np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4559 Who is that? The Apostle doth not tell us who it is, but you may guesse who it is by the Epithite he gives him. Who is that? The Apostle does not tell us who it is, but you may guess who it is by the Epithet he gives him. r-crq vbz d? dt n1 vdz xx vvi pno12 r-crq pn31 vbz, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4560 So that God, I say, is known by this, and will be known by this, by searching mens hearts, So that God, I say, is known by this, and will be known by this, by searching men's hearts, av cst np1, pns11 vvb, vbz vvn p-acp d, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp d, p-acp vvg ng2 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 126
4561 and discovering what men are, and aym at, and intend; what men hate, and what they love; and discovering what men Are, and aim At, and intend; what men hate, and what they love; cc vvg r-crq n2 vbr, cc n1 p-acp, cc vvb; r-crq n2 vvb, cc r-crq pns32 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 127
4562 what things they doe, and how they doe them. what things they do, and how they do them. r-crq n2 pns32 vdb, cc c-crq pns32 vdb pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 379 Page 127
4563 Secondly, As this is Gods Prerogative Royal, so of all things in ▪ the world he will bring that which is secret out, Secondly, As this is God's Prerogative Royal, so of all things in ▪ the world he will bring that which is secret out, ord, c-acp d vbz npg1 n1 j, av pp-f d n2 p-acp ▪ dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi d r-crq vbz j-jn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4564 whether men be sincere or no. whither men be sincere or no. cs n2 vbb j cc uh-dx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4565 Men make a shew, O they are baptized, and come to Church, and take paines in their places and callings; Men make a show, Oh they Are baptised, and come to Church, and take pains in their places and callings; np1 vvb dt n1, uh pns32 vbr vvn, cc vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4566 and what can you alledge against me? Now of all things in the world, God will discover this, and what can you allege against me? Now of all things in the world, God will discover this, cc q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp pno11? av pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 vmb vvi d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4567 if men be not as they seem to be; if men have malice in their hearts, and pride; if men be not as they seem to be; if men have malice in their hearts, and pride; cs n2 vbb xx c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi; cs n2 vhb n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4568 if they seek the world, and be ambitious, and seek to please men, and make as if they would please God; if they seek the world, and be ambitious, and seek to please men, and make as if they would please God; cs pns32 vvb dt n1, cc vbi j, cc vvb pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvi c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4569 if they be false-hearted, God will discover this; he will discover all things, but specially Hypocrisie; if they be False-hearted, God will discover this; he will discover all things, but specially Hypocrisy; cs pns32 vbb j, np1 vmb vvi d; pns31 vmb vvi d n2, cc-acp av-j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4570 if any will be Adulterers, and will not be known to be such; if any will be Adulterers, and will not be known to be such; cs d vmb vbi n2, cc vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4571 if any will be proud, or scoffers of Religion, and will not be known to be such, God will bring this to light; if any will be proud, or scoffers of Religion, and will not be known to be such, God will bring this to Light; cs d vmb vbi j, cc n2 pp-f n1, cc vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi d, np1 vmb vvi d p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4572 as Job saith, If you secretly accept persons, God will surely reprove you, Job •3. 10. God will bring all the world, as Job Says, If you secretly accept Persons, God will surely reprove you, Job •3. 10. God will bring all the world, c-acp n1 vvz, cs pn22 av-jn vvi n2, np1 vmb av-j vvi pn22, np1 n1. crd np1 vmb vvi d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4573 and all their doings to light; but of all things, if men have secret haunts, and back-doors to doe evill; and all their doings to Light; but of all things, if men have secret haunts, and Back-doors to do evil; cc d po32 n2-vdg p-acp n1; cc-acp pp-f d n2, cs n2 vhb j-jn n2, cc n2 pc-acp vdi j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4574 if men have devices and colours to put off their actions, if men can dawb up wretched and filthy cases as if they were good; if men have devices and colours to put off their actions, if men can dawb up wretched and filthy cases as if they were good; cs n2 vhb n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2, cs n2 vmb vvi a-acp j cc j n2 c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4575 if men will goe about in this fashion to dawb with untempered morter, such sins and sinners as these, God will lay before him, if men will go about in this fashion to dawb with untempered mortar, such Sins and Sinners as these, God will lay before him, cs n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, d n2 cc n2 c-acp d, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4576 as Moses saith, Psal. 90. 8. As who should say, thou layest all our sins before us; as Moses Says, Psalm 90. 8. As who should say, thou layest all our Sins before us; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vv2 d po12 n2 p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4577 but if we have any secret sins, thou layest them upon a rock in the open Sun, the Lord especially ayms at them; but if we have any secret Sins, thou layest them upon a rock in the open Sun, the Lord especially aims At them; cc-acp cs pns12 vhb d j-jn n2, pns21 vv2 pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4578 there be many persons in the world, that are godly and honest, and yet are covered by the scoffs and reproaches of the world, there be many Persons in the world, that Are godly and honest, and yet Are covered by the scoffs and Reproaches of the world, pc-acp vbi d n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vbr j cc j, cc av vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4579 as if they had no good, nor did any good; as if they had no good, nor did any good; c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx j, ccx vdd d j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4580 and there are others again that are boulstered up in the world, as if they were good men, and there Are Others again that Are bolstered up in the world, as if they were good men, cc pc-acp vbr n2-jn av d vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4581 and better then those that keep such a pudder. Now the Lord, as he will bring every thing abroad, so specially this. and better then those that keep such a pudder. Now the Lord, as he will bring every thing abroad, so specially this. cc jc cs d cst vvb d dt n1. av dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi d n1 av, av av-j d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 380 Page 127
4582 Thirdly, Because it is for the glory of God to search men out; Thirdly, Because it is for the glory of God to search men out; ord, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n2 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4583 as Solomon saith of a King, Prov. 25. 2. It is the glory of a King to search out a matter; as Solomon Says of a King, Curae 25. 2. It is the glory of a King to search out a matter; c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4584 as when the two Harlots were brought before Solomon concerning the child whose it was, there was no way in the world to know it, there was nothing but their own asseverations; as when the two Harlots were brought before Solomon Concerning the child whose it was, there was no Way in the world to know it, there was nothing but their own asseverations; c-acp c-crq dt crd n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 vvg dt n1 r-crq pn31 vbds, pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, pc-acp vbds pix cc-acp po32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4585 the one said it was hers, and the other said it was hers; the one affirmed, the other denied it before the King; the one said it was hers, and the other said it was hers; the one affirmed, the other denied it before the King; dt pi vvd pn31 vbds png31, cc dt n-jn vvd pn31 vbds png31; dt pi vvd, dt n-jn vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4586 now we shall see what a glory it was to Solomon ▪ to search out who was the mother of the child; now we shall see what a glory it was to Solomon ▪ to search out who was the mother of the child; av pns12 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 pn31 vbds p-acp np1 ▪ pc-acp vvi av r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4587 the Text saith, all Israel feared King Solomon because of this thing, 1 Kings 3. 28. They trembled before him, they saw he could search out secrets and hidden things, the Text Says, all Israel feared King Solomon Because of this thing, 1 Kings 3. 28. They trembled before him, they saw he could search out secrets and hidden things, dt n1 vvz, d np1 vvd n1 np1 c-acp pp-f d n1, crd n2 crd crd pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, pns32 vvd pns31 vmd vvi av n2-jn cc j-vvn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4588 therefore they durst not do wickedness in secret for fear he should finde them out; Therefore they durst not doe wickedness in secret for Fear he should find them out; av pns32 vvd xx n1 n1 p-acp j-jn c-acp n1 pns31 vmd vvi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4589 so it is the glory of God to search out secret matters and bring them on the stage; so it is the glory of God to search out secret matters and bring them on the stage; av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av j-jn n2 cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4590 if a man be upright, and this man is spawl'd and spit upon, and born down in the world, if a man be upright, and this man is spawled and spit upon, and born down in the world, cs dt n1 vbi j, cc d n1 vbz vvn cc vvi p-acp, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4591 if the Lord should not search it out, what a dishonour would it be to God? and if a man should goe for a good Christian, if the Lord should not search it out, what a dishonour would it be to God? and if a man should go for a good Christian, cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi pn31 av, q-crq dt n1 vmd pn31 vbi p-acp np1? cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j njp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4592 and is not, and God should not finde them out, what a dishonour would it be to him? it is the glory of God to search out secret matters. and is not, and God should not find them out, what a dishonour would it be to him? it is the glory of God to search out secret matters. cc vbz xx, cc np1 vmd xx vvi pno32 av, q-crq dt n1 vmd pn31 vbi p-acp pno31? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av j-jn n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 381 Page 127
4593 Fourthly, It is for the truth of God; Fourthly, It is for the truth of God; ord, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 382 Page 127
4594 he hath said he will search every one out, as you may see Job 34. 22. So he hath said, He that hideth his sins sha•l not p•o•per, Prov. 28. 13. So he hath said, He that walketh uprightly walketh su••ly, he hath said he will search every one out, as you may see Job 34. 22. So he hath said, He that Hideth his Sins sha•l not p•o•per, Curae 28. 13. So he hath said, He that walks uprightly walks su••ly, pns31 vhz vvn pns31 vmb vvi d crd av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi n1 crd crd av pns31 vhz vvn, pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 vmb xx vvi, np1 crd crd av pns31 vhz vvn, pns31 cst vvz av-j vvz av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 382 Page 127
4595 but he that perverteth his wayes shall be known. If God hath said thus, certainly it concerns his truth to see it made good; but he that perverteth his ways shall be known. If God hath said thus, Certainly it concerns his truth to see it made good; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn. cs np1 vhz vvn av, av-j pn31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 vvd j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 382 Page 127
4596 and therefore he must search them out. and Therefore he must search them out. cc av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 382 Page 127
4597 Fifthly, This is for the Justice of God, that God should search out every one what he is, Fifthly, This is for the justice of God, that God should search out every one what he is, ord, d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vmd vvi av d crd r-crq pns31 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 383 Page 127
4598 and what his works be, how should God judge the world else? therefore when God said he would judge Judah, and punish them because they had forgotten him; and what his works be, how should God judge the world Else? Therefore when God said he would judge Judah, and Punish them Because they had forgotten him; cc q-crq po31 n2 vbb, q-crq vmd np1 vvi dt n1 av? av c-crq np1 vvd pns31 vmd vvi np1, cc vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vhd vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 383 Page 127
4599 he gives this as the reason of it; he gives this as the reason of it; pns31 vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 383 Page 127
4600 Therefore saith he, I will discover thy skirts upon thy face, that thy shame may appear. Therefore Says he, I will discover thy skirts upon thy face, that thy shame may appear. av vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vvi po21 n2 p-acp po21 n1, cst po21 n1 vmb vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 383 Page 128
4601 So when God means to glorifie his Saints, and bestow the Kingdome of Heaven upon them, So when God means to Glorify his Saints, and bestow the Kingdom of Heaven upon them, av c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 383 Page 128
4602 therefore he will discover their honesty, and lay open their godly courses, and reward them for all the taunts and vile reproaches of the wicked. Therefore he will discover their honesty, and lay open their godly courses, and reward them for all the taunts and vile Reproaches of the wicked. av pns31 vmb vvi po32 n1, cc vvd av-j po32 j n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp d dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 383 Page 128
4603 The first Use may serve to reprove most men generally; we do not consider that God will search us; The First Use may serve to reprove most men generally; we do not Consider that God will search us; dt ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi ds n2 av-j; pns12 vdb xx vvi cst np1 vmb vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4604 what a company of pleas are there to doe evil? what a company of put offs to doe good duties? If men can but find any starting hole, glad are they; what a company of pleasant Are there to do evil? what a company of put offs to do good duties? If men can but find any starting hold, glad Are they; q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr a-acp pc-acp vdi j-jn? q-crq dt n1 pp-f vvn a-acp|po31 pc-acp vdi j n2? cs n2 vmb p-acp vvi d j-vvg n1, j vbr pns32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4605 and if they can but finde any silly pretence, then they are made, then a man can never get them to doe that which is good. and if they can but find any silly pretence, then they Are made, then a man can never get them to do that which is good. cc cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi d j n1, cs pns32 vbr vvn, cs dt n1 vmb av-x vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4606 When Moses was loth to goe to Pharaoh, what abundance of pretences had he to put it off? O, saith he, I am unworthy, who am I that I should goe before Pharaoh? and another time, I am not eloquent. He made as if it had been his modesty, he was not fit for the office; When Moses was loath to go to Pharaoh, what abundance of pretences had he to put it off? Oh, Says he, I am unworthy, who am I that I should go before Pharaoh? and Another time, I am not eloquent. He made as if it had been his modesty, he was not fit for the office; c-crq np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vhd pns31 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp? uh, vvz pns31, pns11 vbm j, r-crq vbm pns11 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp np1? cc j-jn n1, pns11 vbm xx j. pns31 vvd c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn po31 n1, pns31 vbds xx j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4607 he did not consider that he was to deal with God, that could search him out; he did not Consider that he was to deal with God, that could search him out; pns31 vdd xx vvi cst pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst vmd vvi pno31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4608 Moses, saith he, goe before Pharaoh, for they are dead that sought thy life. Moses, Says he, go before Pharaoh, for they Are dead that sought thy life. np1, vvz pns31, vvb p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vbr j cst vvd po21 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4609 As if he had said, I know thy thoughts, thou hast killed a man in Egypt, and thou art afraid that Pharaoh will kill thee; As if he had said, I know thy thoughts, thou hast killed a man in Egypt, and thou art afraid that Pharaoh will kill thee; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vvb po21 n2, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 p-acp np1, cc pns21 vb2r j cst np1 vmb vvi pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4610 but that Pharaoh is dead, therefore goe. but that Pharaoh is dead, Therefore go. cc-acp d np1 vbz j, av vvb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4611 So when a man is unwilling to doe a duty, he will have a thousand excuses; So when a man is unwilling to do a duty, he will have a thousand excuses; av c-crq dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi dt n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4612 bid men have prayers in their Family, they will say they are not book-learned, and cannot pray; bid men have Prayers in their Family, they will say they Are not book-learned, and cannot pray; vvb n2 vhb n2 p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi pns32 vbr xx j, cc vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4613 and how prove you it to be a duty? any thing God bids them doe, they are willing to doe; and how prove you it to be a duty? any thing God bids them do, they Are willing to do; cc q-crq vvb pn22 pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1? d n1 np1 vvz pno32 vdi, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4614 if you shew them but a place of Scripture for it, they make this the reason; if you show them but a place of Scripture for it, they make this the reason; cs pn22 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, pns32 vvb d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4615 but this is hypocrisie, the reason is, they care not for God, nor for the Family; but this is hypocrisy, the reason is, they care not for God, nor for the Family; cc-acp d vbz n1, dt n1 vbz, pns32 vvb xx p-acp np1, ccx p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4616 they care not whether they be saved or damned; they care not whither they be saved or damned; pns32 vvb xx cs pns32 vbb vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4617 they care not that the fear of God may be in their children and servants, they care not for this; they care not that the Fear of God may be in their children and Servants, they care not for this; pns32 vvb xx d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vvb xx p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4618 but they will not believe this is the cause. but they will not believe this is the cause. cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi d vbz dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4619 Again, bid another be diligent in his Office, alas what shall a man doe? I shall doe no good, he is a peaceable man, Again, bid Another be diligent in his Office, alas what shall a man do? I shall do no good, he is a peaceable man, av, vvb j-jn vbb j p-acp po31 n1, uh q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb? pns11 vmb vdi dx j, pns31 vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4620 and he seeth all the Parish bandy themselves together; if he saw there were any hope of doing good, he would doe it; and he sees all the Parish bandy themselves together; if he saw there were any hope of doing good, he would do it; cc pns31 vvz d dt n1 vvi px32 av; cs pns31 vvd a-acp vbdr d n1 pp-f vdg j, pns31 vmd vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4621 as if he had a very good heart to doe what God would have him, in the end God discovers his hypocrisie, it was because he cared not for God, he did not hate sin, he had no zeal to Gods glory, he is a lover of men more then God, he loves his owne ease more then holinesse, or piety, or good order; as if he had a very good heart to do what God would have him, in the end God discovers his hypocrisy, it was Because he cared not for God, he did not hate since, he had no zeal to God's glory, he is a lover of men more then God, he loves his own ease more then holiness, or piety, or good order; c-acp cs pns31 vhd dt j j n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq np1 vmd vhi pno31, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz po31 n1, pn31 vbds c-acp pns31 vvd xx p-acp np1, pns31 vdd xx vvi n1, pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 av-dc cs np1, pns31 vvz po31 d n1 dc cs n1, cc n1, cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4622 therefore let us know what a dangerous thing it is for a man to dally and double with God, Therefore let us know what a dangerous thing it is for a man to dally and double with God, av vvb pno12 vvi r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4623 when we doe not consider that God will search our hearts; when we do not Consider that God will search our hearts; c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi cst np1 vmb vvi po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4624 the Lord knows whether thou art loth to have such a thing to be a duty, the Lord knows whither thou art loath to have such a thing to be a duty, dt n1 vvz cs pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vhi d dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4625 or whether thou dost secretly desire it may not be imposed upon thee; or whither thou dost secretly desire it may not be imposed upon thee; cc cs pns21 vd2 av-jn vvi pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4626 the Lord knows it, therefore doe not put off God in this fashion, for God will search thee out; the Lord knows it, Therefore do not put off God in this fashion, for God will search thee out; dt n1 vvz pn31, av vdb xx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, c-acp np1 vmb vvi pno21 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4627 it is but a folly for us not to consider that God will search us out; it is but a folly for us not to Consider that God will search us out; pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12 xx pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmb vvi pno12 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4628 as Solomon saith, Prov. 10. 18. He that covereth hatred with lying lips, is a foole; as Solomon Says, Curae 10. 18. He that Covereth hatred with lying lips, is a fool; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp vvg n2, vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4629 that is, if a man doe bear secret malice against a man, doe not love a man, that is, if a man do bear secret malice against a man, do not love a man, cst vbz, cs dt n1 vdb vvi j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb xx vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4630 and is not in sincere charity with him, may be the man covers it with lying lips, O 'tis not for this reason and that reason, God forbid I should hate him, and is not in sincere charity with him, may be the man covers it with lying lips, Oh it's not for this reason and that reason, God forbid I should hate him, cc vbz xx p-acp j n1 p-acp pno31, vmb vbi dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp vvg n2, uh pn31|vbz xx p-acp d n1 cc d n1, np1 vvb pns11 vmd vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4631 whereas indeed he doth not love him; saith Solomon, this man is a foole; as who should say, God will finde him, and discover him; whereas indeed he does not love him; Says Solomon, this man is a fool; as who should say, God will find him, and discover him; cs av pns31 vdz xx vvi pno31; vvz np1, d n1 vbz dt n1; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, np1 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4632 therefore what a folly is it not to lay this to heart. Therefore what a folly is it not to lay this to heart. av q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 xx pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 384 Page 128
4633 The second Use is to bid us take heed how we hide our sins from others, or from our selves. The second Use is to bid us take heed how we hide our Sins from Others, or from our selves. dt ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi n1 c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp n2-jn, cc p-acp po12 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 385 Page 128
4634 First, From others, you shall have children, so they can hide their faults from their parents, that is all they care for; First, From Others, you shall have children, so they can hide their Faults from their Parents, that is all they care for; ord, p-acp n2-jn, pn22 vmb vhi n2, av pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst vbz d pns32 vvb p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 128
4635 and so servants, if they can but hide their faults from their Masters and Mistresses, they care not how bad they be, or how false; and so Servants, if they can but hide their Faults from their Masters and Mistress's, they care not how bad they be, or how false; cc av n2, cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vvb xx c-crq j pns32 vbb, cc c-crq j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 128
4636 so it is with many, you shall have many a man his own bosome knows what an hard heart he hath, what a dead heart, so it is with many, you shall have many a man his own bosom knows what an hard heart he hath, what a dead heart, av pn31 vbz p-acp d, pn22 vmb vhi d dt n1 po31 d n1 vvz r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vhz, r-crq dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 128
4637 how carelesse he is of God, how that he hath no delight in good duties; how careless he is of God, how that he hath no delight in good duties; c-crq j pns31 vbz pp-f np1, c-crq cst pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 128
4638 yet if he can but cover it from the Saints, that when he comes to pray before them, he may carry it off something handsomely, this is all he cares for, or look after; yet if he can but cover it from the Saints, that when he comes to pray before them, he may carry it off something handsomely, this is all he Cares for, or look After; av cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2, cst c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pi av-j, d vbz d pns31 vvz p-acp, cc vvb a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4639 what an horrible thing is this, that people should have no more consideration that God will search us out? we had as good that all the world should know it, what an horrible thing is this, that people should have no more consideration that God will search us out? we had as good that all the world should know it, q-crq dt j n1 vbz d, cst n1 vmd vhi dx dc n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pno12 av? pns12 vhd p-acp j cst d dt n1 vmd vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4640 as that God should know it; if we do iniquity, and be carelesse of his commandements; as that God should know it; if we do iniquity, and be careless of his Commandments; c-acp cst np1 vmd vvi pn31; cs pns12 vdb n1, cc vbi j pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4641 if we do evil, though never so secretly, it were better all the world should know it then God; if we do evil, though never so secretly, it were better all the world should know it then God; cs pns12 vdb av-jn, cs av-x av av-jn, pn31 vbdr jc av-d dt n1 vmd vvi pn31 av np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4642 now God will search it out. now God will search it out. av np1 vmb vvi pn31 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4643 Jer. 23. 24. Prov. 5. 21. Therefore we should ever take heed that we may not have this humour in us, to venture to do evil, Jer. 23. 24. Curae 5. 21. Therefore we should ever take heed that we may not have this humour in us, to venture to do evil, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av pns12 vmd av vvi n1 cst pns12 vmb xx vhi d n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4644 so we can hide it from men; so we can hide it from men; av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4645 for what though no man knows it? yet we shall finde that God knows it, for what though no man knows it? yet we shall find that God knows it, p-acp r-crq cs dx n1 vvz pn31? av pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vvz pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4646 and will bring it to light one day. Secondly, We should take heed how we hide our sins from our selves; and will bring it to Light one day. Secondly, We should take heed how we hide our Sins from our selves; cc vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi crd n1. ord, pns12 vmd vvi n1 c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 386 Page 129
4647 this is fearful, and in some sense a great deal more fearful then the other; for many times when a man hides his sins from others, he knows them himselfe; this is fearful, and in Some sense a great deal more fearful then the other; for many times when a man hides his Sins from Others, he knows them himself; d vbz j, cc p-acp d n1 dt j n1 av-dc j cs dt n-jn; p-acp d n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n2-jn, pns31 vvz pno32 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4648 but when a man hath a deceitful heart, that he hides them from his own eyes, but when a man hath a deceitful heart, that he hides them from his own eyes, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1, cst pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4649 how can he repent? a man cannot repent without the sight of his sins; how can he Repent? a man cannot Repent without the sighed of his Sins; q-crq vmb pns31 vvi? dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4650 yet, as a Divine saith men desire to hide their sins from God, and from others, yet, as a Divine Says men desire to hide their Sins from God, and from Others, av, c-acp dt j-jn vvz n2 vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp n2-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4651 but most of all from themselves: but most of all from themselves: cc-acp ds pp-f d p-acp px32: (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4652 Now what a madness is this, though a man do hide his sins from himself, he cannot hide them from God, God will search it out; Now what a madness is this, though a man do hide his Sins from himself, he cannot hide them from God, God will search it out; av q-crq dt n1 vbz d, cs dt n1 vdb vvi po31 n2 p-acp px31, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp np1, np1 vmb vvi pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4653 though a man hath never so many colours for his sins, he will not believe it is a sin; though a man hath never so many colours for his Sins, he will not believe it is a since; cs dt n1 vhz av av d n2 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4654 alas poor creature, God will finde thee out; alas poor creature, God will find thee out; uh j n1, np1 vmb vvi pno21 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4655 as a pluralist, he will think it lawful to have two livings, but what dost thou get by hiding it from thy selfe, God will finde it out; as a pluralist, he will think it lawful to have two livings, but what dost thou get by hiding it from thy self, God will find it out; c-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 j pc-acp vhi crd n2-vvg, cc-acp q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp po21 n1, np1 vmb vvi pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4656 so for jesting, they think it is lawful to do it; Elisha jested; and did not Aristotle account it a vertue? and the like; so for jesting, they think it is lawful to do it; Elisha jested; and did not Aristotle account it a virtue? and the like; av p-acp vvg, pns32 vvb pn31 vbz j pc-acp vdi pn31; np1 vvn; cc vdd xx np1 vvb pn31 dt n1? cc dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4657 I deny not but men may have jesting if it be convenient, but when men are excessive in this, I deny not but men may have jesting if it be convenient, but when men Are excessive in this, pns11 vvb xx p-acp n2 vmb vhi n-vvg cs pn31 vbb j, cc-acp c-crq n2 vbr j p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4658 and have no meetings without jesting, and will stand for it, God will find them out; and have no meetings without jesting, and will stand for it, God will find them out; cc vhb dx n2 p-acp vvg, cc vmb vvi p-acp pn31, np1 vmb vvi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4659 so men that will not believe that a man should be so strict and precise, God forbid that none should be saved but such; so men that will not believe that a man should be so strict and precise, God forbid that none should be saved but such; av n2 cst vmb xx vvi cst dt n1 vmd vbi av j cc j, np1 vvb cst pix vmd vbi vvn p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4660 thus they hide it from themselves; but when they have done all they cannot hide it from God; thus they hide it from themselves; but when they have done all they cannot hide it from God; av pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp px32; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhb vdn d pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4661 but God will discover them at the last day, may be in this world: but God will discover them At the last day, may be in this world: cc-acp np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt ord n1, vmb vbi p-acp d n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4662 so a man that was never converted, nor never had faith, he thinks he is converted and hath faith, so a man that was never converted, nor never had faith, he thinks he is converted and hath faith, av dt n1 cst vbds av-x vvn, ccx av-x vhd n1, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz vvn cc vhz n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4663 and is religious, and a good Christian. Thus he hides his woful and vile estate from his own eyes; and is religious, and a good Christian. Thus he hides his woeful and vile estate from his own eyes; cc vbz j, cc dt j njp. av pns31 vvz po31 j cc j n1 p-acp po31 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4664 but canst thou hide it from God? assure thy selfe God will search thee out. but Canst thou hide it from God? assure thy self God will search thee out. cc-acp vm2 pns21 vvi pn31 p-acp np1? vvb po21 n1 np1 vmb vvi pno21 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 387 Page 129
4665 Thirdly, This may be for comfort to good people. First, It may be a comfort against others that shall judge them. Secondly, against themselves. Thirdly, This may be for Comfort to good people. First, It may be a Comfort against Others that shall judge them. Secondly, against themselves. ord, d vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp j n1. ord, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp n2-jn cst vmb vvi pno32. ord, p-acp px32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 388 Page 129
4666 First, Against others that judge them; may be others are harsh towards them, and think all manner of evil of them, First, Against Others that judge them; may be Others Are harsh towards them, and think all manner of evil of them, ord, p-acp n2-jn cst vvb pno32; vmb vbi n2-jn vbr j p-acp pno32, cc vvb d n1 pp-f j-jn pp-f pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4667 and may be speak it too. Now this is a great comfort, that God will search them out; and may be speak it too. Now this is a great Comfort, that God will search them out; cc vmb vbi vvi pn31 av. av d vbz dt j n1, cst np1 vmb vvi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4668 as they be true and upright, and as they doe from the bottome of their hearts set themselves to please God, as they be true and upright, and as they do from the bottom of their hearts Set themselves to please God, c-acp pns32 vbb j cc av-j, cc c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvn px32 pc-acp vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4669 so they shall not be judged by mens conceits, but by the Lord; so they shall not be judged by men's conceits, but by the Lord; av pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp ng2 n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4670 this is that which comforted Paul against the censures of the Corinths, 1 Cor. 4. 3, 4. I count it a small matter to be judged by you, 'tis the Lord that judgeth me. this is that which comforted Paul against the censures of the Corinths, 1 Cor. 4. 3, 4. I count it a small matter to be judged by you, it's the Lord that Judgeth me. d vbz d r-crq vvd np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns11 vvb pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22, pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4671 As who should say, I shall not stand or fall at your sentence what you think of me; no, the Lord judgeth me; this is a great comfort. As who should say, I shall not stand or fallen At your sentence what you think of me; no, the Lord Judgeth me; this is a great Comfort. p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vmb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp po22 n1 r-crq pn22 vvb pp-f pno11; uh-dx, dt n1 vvz pno11; d vbz dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4672 So this comforted Peter when Christ put that triple query to him, Simon thou son of Jonah, lovest thou me? As who should say, thou sayst thou lovest me, So this comforted Peter when christ put that triple query to him, Simon thou son of Jonah, Lovest thou me? As who should say, thou Sayest thou Lovest me, av d vvn np1 c-crq np1 vvd cst j n1 p-acp pno31, np1 pns21 n1 pp-f np1, vv2 pns21 pno11? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vv2 pns21 vv2 pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4673 but how can I think it? hast thou not denied me thrice? therefore I ask thee thrice dost thou love me; but how can I think it? hast thou not denied me thrice? Therefore I ask thee thrice dost thou love me; cc-acp q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pn31? vh2 pns21 xx vvn pno11 av? av pns11 vvb pno21 av vd2 pns21 vvi pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4674 what saith he now? Lord, thou knowest all things, thou knowest that I love thee. what Says he now? Lord, thou Knowest all things, thou Knowest that I love thee. q-crq vvz pns31 av? n1, pns21 vv2 d n2, pns21 vv2 cst pns11 vvb pno21. (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4675 This was his comfort, that God that searcheth the heart knew it was his weaknesse, and he loved him unfeignedly; This was his Comfort, that God that Searches the heart knew it was his weakness, and he loved him unfeignedly; d vbds po31 n1, cst np1 cst vvz dt n1 vvd pn31 vbds po31 n1, cc pns31 vvd pno31 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4676 as who should say, men may judge me to be a wretch and an Apostate, and that I love my life and my liberty more then thee; they may justly judge thus; as who should say, men may judge me to be a wretch and an Apostate, and that I love my life and my liberty more then thee; they may justly judge thus; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n2 vmb vvi pno11 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1, cc cst pns11 vvb po11 n1 cc po11 n1 av-dc cs pno21; pns32 vmb av-j vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4677 but thou knowest how I have grieved for it, and have been ashamed of it, and it hath been as a dagger to my heart; but thou Knowest how I have grieved for it, and have been ashamed of it, and it hath been as a dagger to my heart; cc-acp pns21 vv2 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, cc vhb vbn j pp-f pn31, cc pn31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 129
4678 Thou knowest all things, and thou knowest that I love thee. Secondly, This may be a comfort against their own selves; Thou Knowest all things, and thou Knowest that I love thee. Secondly, This may be a Comfort against their own selves; pns21 vv2 d n2, cc pns21 vv2 cst pns11 vvb pno21. ord, d vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 389 Page 130
4679 as a mans Conscience many times may have shrewd thin•s against the people of God; as a men Conscience many times may have shrewd thin•s against the people of God; c-acp dt ng1 n1 d n2 vmb vhi j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4680 for the conscience by nature is legal ▪ and by nature a man is borne under the Covenant of works, for the conscience by nature is Legal ▪ and by nature a man is born under the Covenant of works, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz j ▪ cc p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4681 and conscience is apt to be very strict and severe against the children of God, and to have shrewd things against them, that they can hardly tell how to answer. and conscience is apt to be very strict and severe against the children of God, and to have shrewd things against them, that they can hardly tell how to answer. cc n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi av j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vhi j n2 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb av vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4682 Now what a comfort is this to them, though their consciences be unquiet many times to think that God will search them out, they shall not be judged by their consciences altogether, Now what a Comfort is this to them, though their Consciences be unquiet many times to think that God will search them out, they shall not be judged by their Consciences altogether, av q-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp pno32, cs po32 n2 vbb j d n2 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmb vvi pno32 av, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4683 but the Lord shall judge them! but the Lord shall judge them! cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno32! (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4684 As Paul did not onely set down a comfort against the censures of the Corinths, but against his own conscience, I am not my own Judge. As Paul did not only Set down a Comfort against the censures of the Corinths, but against his own conscience, I am not my own Judge. p-acp np1 vdd xx av-j vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, p-acp p-acp po31 d n1, pns11 vbm xx po11 d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4685 Many times conscience may be abused and cry out, there is nothing good, nothing sounds no true good in my soul Now a man should say I must not judge my selfe, Many times conscience may be abused and cry out, there is nothing good, nothing sounds no true good in my soul Now a man should say I must not judge my self, d n2 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvi av, pc-acp vbz pix j, pix n2 dx j j p-acp po11 n1 av dt n1 vmd vvi pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4686 but the Lord must judge me ▪ and search me out; but the Lord must judge me ▪ and search me out; cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 ▪ cc vvb pno11 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4687 so that this is a great comfort to the people of God, that God will search every man. so that this is a great Comfort to the people of God, that God will search every man. av cst d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst np1 vmb vvi d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 390 Page 130
4688 Thirdly ▪ This may stir us up to be able to stand out Gods search, when he shall come and search. Thirdly ▪ This may stir us up to be able to stand out God's search, when he shall come and search. ord ▪ d vmb vvi pno12 a-acp pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi av npg1 n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 391 Page 130
4689 First, That we may be able to stand when offences come. First, That we may be able to stand when offences come. ord, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi c-crq n2 vvb. (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4690 When offences come, the Lord searcheth whether people love themselves or love his commandements, and love his servants; When offences come, the Lord Searches whither people love themselves or love his Commandments, and love his Servants; c-crq n2 vvb, dt n1 vvz cs n1 vvb px32 cc vvb po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4691 there be such horrible offences sometimes, that if he doe not love God indeed, he will stumble; there be such horrible offences sometime, that if he do not love God indeed, he will Stumble; pc-acp vbi d j n2 av, cst cs pns31 vdb xx vvi np1 av, pns31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4692 the commandements of God, and his pure worship and service may be so derided and opp•ed, a man may be offended at it that professed it before, the Commandments of God, and his pure worship and service may be so derided and opp•ed, a man may be offended At it that professed it before, dt n2 pp-f np1, cc po31 j n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av vvn cc vvn, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31 cst vvd pn31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4693 if he love it not indeed, therefore Matth. 18. 10. our Saviour saith, Woe to the World, because of offences. if he love it not indeed, Therefore Matthew 18. 10. our Saviour Says, Woe to the World, Because of offences. cs pns31 vvb pn31 xx av, av np1 crd crd po12 n1 vvz, n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pp-f n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4694 As if he had said, when offences shall come, they shall discover thousands in the world to be naught ▪ woe to the world when they come, for these be searching things; As if he had said, when offences shall come, they shall discover thousands in the world to be nought ▪ woe to the world when they come, for these be searching things; c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, c-crq n2 vmb vvi, pns32 vmb vvi crd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi pix ▪ n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, p-acp d vbb vvg n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4695 therefore let us labour when offences come, that we may not be offended, as Christ saith Matth. 11 5. bl•ssed is the man that is not offended in me. Therefore let us labour when offences come, that we may not be offended, as christ Says Matthew 11 5. bl•ssed is the man that is not offended in me. av vvb pno12 vvi c-crq n2 vvb, cst pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn, c-acp np1 vvz np1 crd crd vvn vbz dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn p-acp pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4696 That man is a blessed man ▪ that when all off•nces arise, nothing can make him offended at Jesus Christ: That man is a blessed man ▪ that when all off•nces arise, nothing can make him offended At jesus christ: cst n1 vbz dt j-vvn n1 ▪ cst c-crq d n2 vvb, pix vmb vvi pno31 vvn p-acp np1 np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4697 This doth pla•nly shew that a man hath the grace of God in him ▪ when nothing can offend him, not the means of Christ in the world in his members, not the crosse that doth accompany Religion, not the multitudes of evil men, not persecutions, revilings, nick-names, poverty, This does pla•nly show that a man hath the grace of God in him ▪ when nothing can offend him, not the means of christ in the world in his members, not the cross that does accompany Religion, not the Multitudes of evil men, not persecutions, revilings, nicknames, poverty, d vdz av-j vvi cst dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 ▪ c-crq pix vmb vvi pno31, xx dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, xx dt n1 cst vdz vvi n1, xx dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, xx n2, n2-vvg, n2, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4698 and disgrace, nothing in the world can offend him but he will love God, and feare him, and disgrace, nothing in the world can offend him but he will love God, and Fear him, cc n1, pix p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pns31 vmb vvi np1, cc vvb pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4699 and keep close to his commandements; this is a sign we shall stand when God searcheth us. and keep close to his Commandments; this is a Signen we shall stand when God Searches us. cc vvi av-j p-acp po31 n2; d vbz dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vvz pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 392 Page 130
4700 Again Let us be able to stand out against aff•ictions and persecutions; Again Let us be able to stand out against aff•ictions and persecutions; av vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4701 these search men ▪ as it is said of Josep•, when he was laid in prison because he would not yield to his Mistris, the Text saith, The word of the Lord tryed him, Psal. •05. these search men ▪ as it is said of Josep•, when he was laid in prison Because he would not yield to his Mistress, the Text Says, The word of the Lord tried him, Psalm •05. d n1 n2 ▪ c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd pno31, np1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4702 If he had not been sincere, when he saw how the times went, he would have been afraid, and yielded to the temptation; If he had not been sincere, when he saw how the times went, he would have been afraid, and yielded to the temptation; cs pns31 vhd xx vbn j, c-crq pns31 vvd c-crq dt n2 vvd, pns31 vmd vhi vbn j, cc vvd p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4703 but the Word of the Lord tryed him, and he was found to be sincere and godly indeed. but the Word of the Lord tried him, and he was found to be sincere and godly indeed. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd pno31, cc pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4704 So when God afflicted Job, Job 10. he saith, Thou search • for •y sins. When God afflicts us, or persecutes us, or suffers any evil to fall upon us, So when God afflicted Job, Job 10. he Says, Thou search • for •y Sins. When God afflicts us, or persecutes us, or suffers any evil to fallen upon us, av c-crq np1 vvd np1, np1 crd pns31 vvz, pns21 vvb • c-acp j n2. c-crq np1 vvz pno12, cc vvz pno12, cc vvz d n-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4705 then he searcheth us, and then if we be hypoc•ites, and have onely a forme of godlinesse, then he Searches us, and then if we be hypoc•ites, and have only a Form of godliness, cs pns31 vvz pno12, cc av cs pns12 vbb n2, cc vhb av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4706 and are not sound at the bot•ome then God will finde it out, it will appear; and Are not found At the bot•ome then God will find it out, it will appear; cc vbr xx j p-acp dt n1 av np1 vmb vvi pn31 av, pn31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4707 when crosses and afflictions come, it will lay a man open; when Crosses and afflictions come, it will lay a man open; c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4708 therefore let us be able to stand in afflictions to be dead to the world and worldly things, to be able to deny our lives and livings, Therefore let us be able to stand in afflictions to be dead to the world and worldly things, to be able to deny our lives and livings, av vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 cc j n2, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4709 and forgoe all the world rather then any of Gods commandements, that when we come to be tryed, we may be found to have faith more precious then gold. and forgo all the world rather then any of God's Commandments, that when we come to be tried, we may be found to have faith more precious then gold. cc vvi d dt n1 av-c cs d pp-f npg1 n2, cst c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi n1 av-dc j cs n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 393 Page 130
4710 Thirdly, Labour to stand in time of difficult commandements sometimes God calls a man to difficult commandements that he cannot doe except he cut off his right hand, Thirdly, Labour to stand in time of difficult Commandments sometime God calls a man to difficult Commandments that he cannot do except he Cut off his right hand, ord, vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 av np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2 cst pns31 vmbx vdi p-acp pns31 vvd a-acp po31 j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4711 and pull out his right eye, except he will lose his life, except he will be driven up and down like a vagrant Traitor, and cast into prison; and pull out his right eye, except he will loose his life, except he will be driven up and down like a vagrant Traitor, and cast into prison; cc vvi av po31 j-jn n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp cc a-acp av-j dt j n1, cc vvd p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4712 sometimes may be God puts a man upon commandements that he must lose all that he hath if he doth them. sometime may be God puts a man upon Commandments that he must loose all that he hath if he does them. av vmb vbi n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n2 cst pns31 vmb vvi d cst pns31 vhz cs pns31 vdz pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4713 Now know, God comes to search whether we love him best, whether we will rather obey him or the world, Now know, God comes to search whither we love him best, whither we will rather obey him or the world, av vvb, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi cs pns12 vvb pno31 av-js, cs pns12 vmb av-c vvi pno31 cc dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4714 whether we love profits, or credit, or any thing more then him. whither we love profits, or credit, or any thing more then him. cs pns12 vvb n2, cc n1, cc d n1 av-dc cs pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4715 So when the young man in the Go•pel made as if he were well-minded to enter into eternal life, he was an observer of the commandements of God: So when the young man in the Go•pel made as if he were well-minded to enter into Eternal life, he was an observer of the Commandments of God: av c-crq dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4716 Now when Christ would search him he doth it with a difficult commandement; Now when christ would search him he does it with a difficult Commandment; av c-crq np1 vmd vvi pno31 pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4717 the man was rich, and he bids him goe and sell and give it to the poore; the man was rich, and he bids him go and fell and give it to the poor; dt n1 vbds j, cc pns31 vvz pno31 vvi cc vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4718 this was a very difficult commandement and this discovered him to be a very wretch, he was not •ble to doe it, •n• h• w•nt aw•• •or•owful; this was a very difficult Commandment and this discovered him to be a very wretch, he was not •ble to do it, •n• h• w•nt aw•• •or•owful; d vbds dt j j n1 cc d vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, pns31 vbds xx j pc-acp vdi pn31, n1 n1 j n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4719 this commandement could not •nk •own •nto h•s he•rt: It is so many •imes, the Lord puts a man upon difficult ••mm••dements; this Commandment could not •nk •own •nto h•s he•rt: It is so many •imes, the Lord puts a man upon difficult ••mm••dements; d n1 vmd xx vvi n1 av vbz n1: pn31 vbz av d n2, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4720 such common•ements, th•t if he doe them, the world will think him m•d; such common•ements, th•t if he do them, the world will think him m•d; d n2, av cs pns31 vdb pno32, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4721 such comman•ements, th•t if he doe them, he must part with his living, and all that he hath. such comman•ements, th•t if he do them, he must part with his living, and all that he hath. d n2, av cs pns31 vdb pno32, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg, cc d cst pns31 vhz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4722 Now if we be not able to doe this, we shall be discovered not to be •ood. Now if we be not able to do this, we shall be discovered not to be •ood. av cs pns12 vbb xx j pc-acp vdi d, pns12 vmb vbi vvn xx pc-acp vbi j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 394 Page 131
4723 Lastly, Let us be able to stand out against judgement, for then God searcheth people most of all: Lastly, Let us be able to stand out against judgement, for then God Searches people most of all: ord, vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1, c-acp cs np1 vvz n1 av-ds pp-f d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 395 Page 131
4724 there may be something left after all the other searchings; a man hath stood out persecutions, and yet hath turned Apostate; there may be something left After all the other searchings; a man hath stood out persecutions, and yet hath turned Apostate; pc-acp vmb vbi pi vvn p-acp d dt j-jn n2-vvg; dt n1 vhz vvn av n2, cc av vhz vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 395 Page 131
4725 but when the pan•s of death, and the day of Judgment comes, nothing shall be hid then therefore let us labour to stand then, but when the pan•s of death, and the day of Judgement comes, nothing shall be hid then Therefore let us labour to stand then, cc-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, pix vmb vbi vvn av av vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 395 Page 131
4726 when the King of terrours shall appeare before us; nay, when the Judge of quick and dead •hall stand before us. when the King of terrors shall appear before us; nay, when the Judge of quick and dead •hall stand before us. c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi p-acp pno12; uh, c-crq dt n1 pp-f j cc j vmb vvi p-acp pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 395 Page 131
4727 The last Use is for exhortation. The last Use is for exhortation. dt ord n1 vbz p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 396 Page 131
4728 Will God search us out? then we should search our selves what our works are, whether good or evil; Will God search us out? then we should search our selves what our works Are, whither good or evil; n1 np1 vvi pno12 av? cs pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 r-crq po12 n2 vbr, cs j cc j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 396 Page 131
4729 as the Apostle saith, 2 Cor. 13. 5. Ex•mine your selves whether you be in the faith. as the Apostle Says, 2 Cor. 13. 5. Ex•mine your selves whither you be in the faith. c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd n1 po22 n2 cs pn22 vbb p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 396 Page 131
4730 First, Consider, we can never repent of what is amisse in our selves, or in our works, except we search our selves. First, Consider, we can never Repent of what is amiss in our selves, or in our works, except we search our selves. ord, vvb, pns12 vmb av-x vvi pp-f r-crq vbz av p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb po12 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 397 Page 131
4731 Let us search our selves, and turne unto the Lord, Lam. 1. 43. If there be hypocrisie or hollow-heartednesse in us, Let us search our selves, and turn unto the Lord, Lam. 1. 43. If there be hypocrisy or hollowheartedness in us, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cs pc-acp vbi n1 cc j p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 397 Page 131
4732 if we doe not search it out, we cannot bewaile it, and shake it off. if we do not search it out, we cannot bewail it, and shake it off. cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 av, pns12 vmbx vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 397 Page 131
4733 Secondly, Consider it is a character and mark of the childe of God that he doth desire, Secondly, Consider it is a character and mark of the child of God that he does desire, ord, vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vdz vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 398 Page 131
4734 and is one that doth search himselfe; and is one that does search himself; cc vbz pi cst vdz vvi px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 398 Page 131
4735 nay, he doth not onely use all the meanes he can to doe it, but he doth cry and groan to God to help him ▪ as David saith, Psalm 139 23. Search me, O Lord, &c. As who should say, Lord, help me to search my heart ▪ I have looked into it, nay, he does not only use all the means he can to do it, but he does cry and groan to God to help him ▪ as David Says, Psalm 139 23. Search me, Oh Lord, etc. As who should say, Lord, help me to search my heart ▪ I have looked into it, uh, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi d dt n2 pns31 vmb pc-acp vdi pn31, cc-acp pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 ▪ c-acp np1 vvz, n1 crd crd n1 pno11, uh n1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1, vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 ▪ pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 398 Page 131
4736 and turned it •opsy tur•y, and I cannot finde but I am upright, but I feare m• selfe still; O help me; and turned it •opsy tur•y, and I cannot find but I am upright, but I Fear m• self still; Oh help me; cc vvd pn31 n1 av-j, cc pns11 vmbx vvi cc-acp pns11 vbm j, cc-acp pns11 vvb n1 n1 av; uh vvb pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 398 Page 131
4737 if there be any way of wickednesse in me, shew it me. if there be any Way of wickedness in me, show it me. cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11, vvb pn31 pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 398 Page 131
4738 A childe of God is one that do•h indeed de••re to know himself, and to know the worst of himself. A child of God is one that do•h indeed de••re to know himself, and to know the worst of himself. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pi cst vhz av vvi pc-acp vvi px31, cc pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f px31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 398 Page 131
4739 Thirdly, Consider, if we doe not search our selves, it will b• the worse for us, for God will search us; Thirdly, Consider, if we do not search our selves, it will b• the Worse for us, for God will search us; ord, vvb, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi po12 n2, pn31 vmb n1 dt av-jc p-acp pno12, c-acp np1 vmb vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 131
4740 and if we doe search our selves, we shall scape well when he comes to search us; and if we do search our selves, we shall escape well when he comes to search us; cc cs pns12 vdb vvi po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi av c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 131
4741 but if we neglect ••is duty, what saith J•b, Chap. 13 10. So I may say, Is it good that God should s••rch us o•t? is it good for us to leave all this w••• to him? to negl••t 〈 ◊ 〉 soules, to lay aside our lives, but if we neglect ••is duty, what Says J•b, Chap. 13 10. So I may say, Is it good that God should s••rch us o•t? is it good for us to leave all this w••• to him? to negl••t 〈 ◊ 〉 Souls, to lay aside our lives, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb fw-la n1, r-crq vvz vvi, np1 crd crd av pns11 vmb vvi, vbz pn31 j cst np1 vmd vvi pno12 av? vbz pn31 j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi d d n1 p-acp pno31? pc-acp vvi 〈 sy 〉 ng1, pc-acp vvi av po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 131
4742 and consciences, and bos•m•s, and never to •ansick th•m from •ay to day, never to enquire into our owne bosomes, that we may refor•• our selves, and Consciences, and bos•m•s, and never to •ansick th•m from •ay to day, never to inquire into our own bosoms, that we may refor•• our selves, cc n2, cc n2, cc av-x p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d n2, cst pns12 vmb n1 po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 131
4743 but leave all to God to search us? doe you think this •ill doe will, saith Job? Then when afflictions, but leave all to God to search us? do you think this •ill do will, Says Job? Then when afflictions, cc-acp vvb d p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno12? vdb pn22 vvi d vmb vdi n1, vvz n1? av c-crq n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 131
4744 and death, and judgement shall come, that then God should search you, and lay before you your works; and death, and judgement shall come, that then God should search you, and lay before you your works; cc n1, cc n1 vmb vvi, cst av np1 vmd vvi pn22, cc vvd p-acp pn22 po22 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 132
4745 therefore as you desire when God shall search you you may be found upright, be careful to search your selves. FINIS. Therefore as you desire when God shall search you you may be found upright, be careful to search your selves. FINIS. av c-acp pn22 vvb c-crq np1 vmb vvi pn22 pn22 vmb vbi vvn av-j, vbb j pc-acp vvi po22 n2. fw-la. (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 132
4746 2 TIM. 1. 9. Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, 2 TIM. 1. 9. Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, crd n1. crd crd r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n-vvg, xx vvg p-acp po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 1
4747 but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began. but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in christ jesus before the world began. cc-acp vvg p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, r-crq vbds vvn pno12 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 399 Page 1
4748 IN this verse the Apostle declares what God hath done for him and for Timothy, he hath saved us, that is, he hath redeemed us with the blood of his Son, IN this verse the Apostle declares what God hath done for him and for Timothy, he hath saved us, that is, he hath redeemed us with the blood of his Son, p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz r-crq n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno31 cc p-acp np1, pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cst vbz, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 400 Page 1
4749 and freed us from sin and from Satan, and from hell, and hath given us title to eternal life, he hath saved us. and freed us from since and from Satan, and from hell, and hath given us title to Eternal life, he hath saved us. cc vvn pno12 p-acp n1 cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1, cc vhz vvn pno12 n1 p-acp j n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 400 Page 1
4750 2. He hath called us, that is, he hath given us a pledge of this, that we shall be saved, that we shall certainly have salvation compleatly and fully, 2. He hath called us, that is, he hath given us a pledge of this, that we shall be saved, that we shall Certainly have salvation completely and Fully, crd pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cst vbz, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 dt n1 pp-f d, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn, cst pns12 vmb av-j vhb n1 av-j cc av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 401 Page 1
4751 for he hath called us. Now he illustrates this two wayes; for he hath called us. Now he illustrates this two ways; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12. av pns31 vvz d crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 401 Page 1
4752 first, by shewing what kinde of calling it is which he here means, and that is an holy calling, he hath called us with an holy calling, and then, 2ly. First, by showing what kind of calling it is which he Here means, and that is an holy calling, he hath called us with an holy calling, and then, 2ly. ord, p-acp vvg r-crq n1 pp-f vvg pn31 vbz r-crq pns31 av vvz, cc d vbz dt j n-vvg, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt j n-vvg, cc av, av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 401 Page 1
4753 By shewing the reason why God would do these things for him and for Timothy, these are great things, what to save them, By showing the reason why God would do these things for him and for Timothy, these Are great things, what to save them, p-acp vvg dt n1 c-crq np1 vmd vdi d n2 p-acp pno31 cc p-acp np1, d vbr j n2, r-crq pc-acp vvi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 401 Page 1
4754 and make them heirs of his Kingdome, and to call them to the fellowship of Jesus Christ, and make them Heirs of his Kingdom, and to call them to the fellowship of jesus christ, cc vvi pno32 n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 401 Page 1
4755 and give them interest in all Gods goodness and mercy? what should be the reason that should move God to do so much for Paul, and for Timothy? he doth here expresse this three wayes. and give them Interest in all God's Goodness and mercy? what should be the reason that should move God to do so much for Paul, and for Timothy? he does Here express this three ways. cc vvi pno32 n1 p-acp d ng1 n1 cc n1? q-crq vmd vbi dt n1 cst vmd vvi np1 pc-acp vdi av av-d c-acp np1, cc p-acp np1? pns31 vdz av vvi d crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 401 Page 1
4756 First, by removing all false causes, not according to our works; First, by removing all false Causes, not according to our works; ord, p-acp vvg d j n2, xx vvg p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 402 Page 1
4757 as who should say, it is not for any thing in us, there was nothing in us that moved God to do this. 2ly. He layes down the true cause of it, in the next words, but according to his own purpose and grace; as who should say, it is not for any thing in us, there was nothing in us that moved God to do this. 2ly. He lays down the true cause of it, in the next words, but according to his own purpose and grace; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vbds pix p-acp pno12 d vvn np1 pc-acp vdi d. av-j. pns31 vvz a-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt ord n2, cc-acp vvg p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 402 Page 1
4758 that is, he hath done it freely, out of his own mercy, and love, and according to his own purpose. Lastly. that is, he hath done it freely, out of his own mercy, and love, and according to his own purpose. Lastly. cst vbz, pns31 vhz vdn pn31 av-j, av pp-f po31 d n1, cc n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 d n1. ord. (7) treatise (DIV2) 403 Page 1
4759 He proves this, and that by three arguments, that this must be the cause and no other: He Proves this, and that by three Arguments, that this must be the cause and no other: pns31 vvz d, cc cst p-acp crd n2, cst d vmb vbi dt n1 cc dx n-jn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 404 Page 1
4760 the first is this, it was a gift that was given us, therefore it must needs be free. 2ly. It was given in Jesus Christ, as who should say, he did not look at any thing in us; the First is this, it was a gift that was given us, Therefore it must needs be free. 2ly. It was given in jesus christ, as who should say, he did not look At any thing in us; dt ord vbz d, pn31 vbds dt n1 cst vbds vvn pno12, av pn31 vmb av vbi j. av-jn. pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 np1, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 404 Page 1
4761 there was nothing in us that was in his eyes, no it was meerly for the merits of the Lord Jesus Christ. Lastly. there was nothing in us that was in his eyes, no it was merely for the merits of the Lord jesus christ. Lastly. pc-acp vbds pix p-acp pno12 d vbds p-acp po31 n2, av-dx pn31 vbds av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. ord. (7) treatise (DIV2) 404 Page 1
4762 Another argument is taken from the time when, and that is from all eternity, before the world began. another argument is taken from the time when, and that is from all eternity, before the world began. j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 c-crq, cc d vbz p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 vvd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 404 Page 1
4763 The point that I will handle out of these words, is this; The point that I will handle out of these words, is this; dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi av pp-f d n2, vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 405 Page 1
4764 that it is an excellent thing for a man to be able to say, that God hath effectually called him, the Apostle here speaks it, that it is an excellent thing for a man to be able to say, that God hath effectually called him, the Apostle Here speaks it, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhz av-j vvn pno31, dt n1 av vvz pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 405 Page 1
4765 as a great comfort to his soul and the soul of Timothy, and as a pledge of Gods everlasting love and salvation to them both, that the Lord had called them, as a great Comfort to his soul and the soul of Timothy, and as a pledge of God's everlasting love and salvation to them both, that the Lord had called them, c-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 d, cst dt n1 vhd vvn pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 405 Page 1
4766 and had been pleased to take them out of the world, and to make them partakers of his Kingdome and glory. and had been pleased to take them out of the world, and to make them partakers of his Kingdom and glory. cc vhd vbn vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 405 Page 1
4767 Now for the opening of the point, I will here first shew you what kinde of calling it is that is here spoken of, Now for the opening of the point, I will Here First show you what kind of calling it is that is Here spoken of, av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb av ord vvi pn22 r-crq n1 pp-f vvg pn31 vbz cst vbz av vvn pp-f, (7) treatise (DIV2) 406 Page 2
4768 and it is not that calling whereby God doth call people to an office, as of a Magistrate or a Minister, and it is not that calling whereby God does call people to an office, as of a Magistrate or a Minister, cc pn31 vbz xx d n1 c-crq np1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 406 Page 2
4769 but he speaks of a general calling, of a calling out of the Kingdome of sinne and Satan, into the Kingdome of his dear Son, to be made partakers of eternal communion with himself. 2ly. but he speaks of a general calling, of a calling out of the Kingdom of sin and Satan, into the Kingdom of his dear Son, to be made partakers of Eternal communion with himself. 2ly. cc-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt j n-vvg, pp-f dt n-vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1, pc-acp vbi vvn n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp px31. av-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 406 Page 2
4770 It is not an outward call, whereby wicked men that go on in their sins are called, It is not an outward call, whereby wicked men that go on in their Sins Are called, pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, c-crq j n2 cst vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 406 Page 2
4771 for so a reprobate may be called, he may be called out of his own sinful courses, for so a Reprobate may be called, he may be called out of his own sinful courses, c-acp av dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f po31 d j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 406 Page 2
4772 and wretched estate and condition, to the participation of Jesus Christ, thus every man is called, all men are called by Gods Ministers, and wretched estate and condition, to the participation of jesus christ, thus every man is called, all men Are called by God's Ministers, cc j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, av d n1 vbz vvn, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp npg1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 406 Page 2
4773 as Mat. 22. 9. the King sent out his servants, to bid all that they found to the marriage. as Mathew 22. 9. the King sent out his Servants, to bid all that they found to the marriage. c-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 vvd av po31 n2, pc-acp vvi d cst pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 406 Page 2
4774 Secondly, A reprobate may be called inwardly by Gods Spirit, I mean the Spirit of God may go along with Gods Ministers, to strive and wrestle with the soul and conscience of a man that remains in his sins. Secondly, A Reprobate may be called inwardly by God's Spirit, I mean the Spirit of God may go along with God's Ministers, to strive and wrestle with the soul and conscience of a man that remains in his Sins. ord, dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn av-j p-acp npg1 n1, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp npg1 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 407 Page 2
4775 Prov. 1. 24. because I called, and ye refused, therefore will I laugh at your destruction, Curae 1. 24. Because I called, and you refused, Therefore will I laugh At your destruction, np1 crd crd c-acp pns11 vvd, cc pn22 vvd, av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po22 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 407 Page 2
4776 and m••ke when your fear cometh. and m••ke when your Fear comes. cc vvb c-crq po22 n1 vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 407 Page 2
4777 Thirdly, A wicked man may be called, not only with an outward call of the Minister, Thirdly, A wicked man may be called, not only with an outward call of the Minister, ord, dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn, xx av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 408 Page 2
4778 and with an inward call of the Spirit, but with some efficacy it may go a great way, and with an inward call of the Spirit, but with Some efficacy it may go a great Way, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp d n1 pn31 vmb vvi dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 408 Page 2
4779 so far forth as to make a man come in some kind•, as it was with the man, Mat. 22. 12. He was called together with the r•s• •• come to the wedding and he came, so Far forth as to make a man come in Some kind•, as it was with the man, Mathew 22. 12. He was called together with the r•s• •• come to the wedding and he Come, av av-j av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 •• vvb p-acp dt n1 cc pns31 vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 408 Page 2
4780 but he came without a wedding garment, n•w one of these callings are meant here, but he Come without a wedding garment, n•w one of these callings Are meant Here, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 n1, vvb crd pp-f d n2 vbr vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 408 Page 2
4781 for in this sence, many are called, but 〈 … 〉 s•n, Mat. 22. 14. But the calling here meant, is a different calling from them, and that in three things. for in this sense, many Are called, but 〈 … 〉 s•n, Mathew 22. 14. But the calling Here meant, is a different calling from them, and that in three things. c-acp p-acp d n1, d vbr vvn, cc-acp 〈 … 〉 vbdp, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n-vvg av vvd, vbz dt j n-vvg p-acp pno32, cc cst p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 408 Page 2
4782 First, It is a call according to Gods own purpose, when God calls a man, First, It is a call according to God's own purpose, when God calls a man, ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 409 Page 2
4783 and hath a purpose to make a man come in deed, and to come home, this is the calling here spoken of, Rom. 8. 28. We know that all things worke together for the best to Gods children that are called according to his purpose, as God calls them, and hath a purpose to make a man come in deed, and to come home, this is the calling Here spoken of, Rom. 8. 28. We know that all things work together for the best to God's children that Are called according to his purpose, as God calls them, cc vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-an, d vbz dt n-vvg av vvn pp-f, np1 crd crd pns12 vvb cst d n2 vvi av p-acp dt js p-acp npg1 n2 cst vbr vvn vvg p-acp po31 n1, p-acp np1 vvz pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 409 Page 2
4784 so he doth purpose to make them come to himself, and make them partakers of everlasting mercy; so he does purpose to make them come to himself, and make them partakers of everlasting mercy; av pns31 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp px31, cc vvi pno32 n2 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 409 Page 2
4785 God hath no such purpose when he calls the reprobate, he hath a purpose indeed to do them good, God hath not such purpose when he calls the Reprobate, he hath a purpose indeed to do them good, np1 vhz xx d n1 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n-jn, pns31 vhz dt n1 av pc-acp vdi pno32 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 409 Page 2
4786 if it be not through their own default; if it be not through their own default; cs pn31 vbb xx p-acp po32 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 409 Page 2
4787 but yet notwithstanding he hath no such purpose, and absolute intention to do them good, he hath no such purpose to bring them to his Kingdome, but yet notwithstanding he hath not such purpose, and absolute intention to do them good, he hath not such purpose to bring them to his Kingdom, cc-acp av c-acp pns31 vhz xx d n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vdi pno32 j, pns31 vhz xx d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 409 Page 2
4788 and carry them quite through in the business. and carry them quite through in the business. cc vvi pno32 av p-acp p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 409 Page 2
4789 Secondly, This is a secret in Gods own bosome, and that is another difference, wherein this calling differs from the other; Secondly, This is a secret in God's own bosom, and that is Another difference, wherein this calling differs from the other; ord, d vbz dt j-jn p-acp n2 d n1, cc d vbz j-jn n1, c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4790 it is such a calling wherein God puts forth his power, and the greatness of his power too; it is such a calling wherein God puts forth his power, and the greatness of his power too; pn31 vbz d dt n-vvg c-crq np1 vvz av po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4791 God called the light and it came, God called the Heavens and they came, when as they were not, God calling of them they were made to come: God called the Light and it Come, God called the Heavens and they Come, when as they were not, God calling of them they were made to come: np1 vvd dt n1 cc pn31 vvd, np1 vvd dt n2 cc pns32 vvd, c-crq c-acp pns32 vbdr xx, np1 vvg pp-f pno32 pns32 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4792 so when God doth call a man by his Spirit, he calls a man powerfully, he doth powre in divine instincts of grace and faith, so when God does call a man by his Spirit, he calls a man powerfully, he does pour in divine instincts of grace and faith, av c-crq np1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 av-j, pns31 vdz vvi p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4793 and all other holy vertues, whereby the soul is made able to come to God; and all other holy Virtues, whereby the soul is made able to come to God; cc d j-jn j n2, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4794 the Lord gives the heart a kinde of touch, that being touched by his Spirit, it must, the Lord gives the heart a kind of touch, that being touched by his Spirit, it must, dt n1 vvz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vbg vvn p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4795 and shall, and will know God in Jesus Christ, it puts in divine things into the soul, whereby the soul must needs know him, and shall, and will know God in jesus christ, it puts in divine things into the soul, whereby the soul must needs know him, cc vmb, cc vmb vvi np1 p-acp np1 np1, pn31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb av vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4796 and come to him, and be reconciled to him, 1 Joh. 3. 9. he puts his own seed into him, he that is borne of God sinneth not, for the seed of God remaineth in him; and come to him, and be reconciled to him, 1 John 3. 9. he puts his own seed into him, he that is born of God Sinneth not, for the seed of God remains in him; cc vvb p-acp pno31, cc vbi vvn p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1 vvz xx, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4797 the Lord puts an holy kinde of ointment upon his eyes, and makes him see, the Lord puts an holy kind of ointment upon his eyes, and makes him see, dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz pno31 vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4798 and that abides in him, 1 Joh. 2. 27. The holy anoynting which ye have received abideth in you. and that abides in him, 1 John 2. 27. The holy anointing which you have received Abideth in you. cc d vvz p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd crd dt j vvg r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vvz p-acp pn22. (7) treatise (DIV2) 410 Page 2
4799 Thirdly, It is a continual call, it is not a call and so away, a call for a year and so an end, Thirdly, It is a continual call, it is not a call and so away, a call for a year and so an end, ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 cc av av, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc av dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 411 Page 2
4800 but it is a continual call; but it is a continual call; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 411 Page 2
4801 he never leaves calling of him, till he comes home to him, as 1 Thes. 5. 24. Faithful is he that hath called you, who will also do it, as who should say, he hath called you, he never leaves calling of him, till he comes home to him, as 1 Thebes 5. 24. Faithful is he that hath called you, who will also do it, as who should say, he hath called you, pns31 av-x vvz vvg pp-f pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz av-an p-acp pno31, c-acp crd np1 crd crd j vbz pns31 cst vhz vvn pn22, r-crq vmb av vdi pn31, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns31 vhz vvn pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 411 Page 2
4802 and doth call you ▪ and he is faithful, and will do it; he hath called you heretofore, and made you come to him in truth and sincerity; and does call you ▪ and he is faithful, and will do it; he hath called you heretofore, and made you come to him in truth and sincerity; cc vdz vvi pn22 ▪ cc pns31 vbz j, cc vmb vdi pn31; pns31 vhz vvn pn22 av, cc vvd pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 411 Page 2
4803 and he will still continue his call, he will still do it more and more, the Lord draws his people nearer and nearer to himself. and he will still continue his call, he will still do it more and more, the Lord draws his people nearer and nearer to himself. cc pns31 vmb av vvi po31 n1, pns31 vmb av vdi pn31 av-dc cc av-dc, dt n1 vvz po31 n1 av-jc cc av-jc p-acp px31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 411 Page 3
4804 Now I will prove the Doctrine by divers particulars. First, Because, a man then may be able to look back upon all his life, Now I will prove the Doctrine by diverse particulars. First, Because, a man then may be able to look back upon all his life, av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2-j. ord, c-acp, dt n1 av vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 412 Page 3
4805 even from his cradle to this day; even from his cradle to this day; av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 413 Page 3
4806 even before his call, and see Gods love to him as Paul, though he could not see it before, even before his call, and see God's love to him as Paul, though he could not see it before, av p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 413 Page 3
4807 yet when God had effectually called him, he is able to look back upon all his former time and space he had lived, yet when God had effectually called him, he is able to look back upon all his former time and Molle he had lived, av c-crq np1 vhd av-j vvn pno31, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi av p-acp d po31 j n1 cc n1 pns31 vhd vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 413 Page 3
4808 even from his mothers womb, Gal. 1. 15. Who hath seperated me (saith he) from my mothers wombe, and called me by his grace, and so it was with David, I have been cast upon thee, (saith he) even from my mothers belly, Psal. 22. 9, 10. it is not likely, that David was converted then, even from his mother's womb, Gal. 1. 15. Who hath separated me (Says he) from my mother's womb, and called me by his grace, and so it was with David, I have been cast upon thee, (Says he) even from my mother's belly, Psalm 22. 9, 10. it is not likely, that David was converted then, av p-acp po31 ng1 n1, np1 crd crd r-crq vhz vvn pno11 (vvz pns31) p-acp po11 ng1 n1, cc vvd pno11 p-acp po31 n1, cc av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno21, (vvz pns31) av p-acp po11 ng1 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pn31 vbz xx j, cst np1 vbds vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 413 Page 3
4809 but when God had effectually called him, then he was able to go back all along, but when God had effectually called him, then he was able to go back all along, cc-acp c-crq np1 vhd av-j vvn pno31, cs pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi av d a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 413 Page 3
4810 even to his very infancy, and trace Gods goodness towards him in this and that, even to his very bringing him into the world. even to his very infancy, and trace God's Goodness towards him in this and that, even to his very bringing him into the world. av p-acp po31 j n1, cc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d cc d, av p-acp po31 j vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 413 Page 3
4811 Secondly, This interests a man in all the promises of God, 2 Pet. 1. 3. Who hath given unto us all things pertaining to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him, that hath called us to glory and vertue, Secondly, This interests a man in all the promises of God, 2 Pet. 1. 3. Who hath given unto us all things pertaining to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him, that hath called us to glory and virtue, ord, d n2 dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd q-crq vhz vvn p-acp pno12 d n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, cst vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4812 if we know that God hath called us to glory and vertue, then we know that God hath given us all things that pertaine to life and godliness, to this life, if we know that God hath called us to glory and virtue, then we know that God hath given us all things that pertain to life and godliness, to this life, cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 d n2 cst vvi p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4813 and the life to come we know it; when God hath effectually called us, we know that all the promises belong unto us, and the life to come we know it; when God hath effectually called us, we know that all the promises belong unto us, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns12 vvb pn31; c-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn pno12, pns12 vvb cst d dt n2 vvb p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4814 as the Apostle speaks, Acts 2. 39. For the promise is to you, and to your children, as the Apostle speaks, Acts 2. 39. For the promise is to you, and to your children, c-acp dt n1 vvz, n2 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, cc p-acp po22 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4815 and to yours that are afar of, even as many as the Lord our God shall call, look how many God calls, and to yours that Are afar of, even as many as the Lord our God shall call, look how many God calls, cc p-acp png22 cst vbr av pp-f, av c-acp d c-acp dt n1 po12 n1 vmb vvi, vvb c-crq d np1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4816 so many do the promises belong unto, all the promises of mercy and grace, and comfort, of strength and direction, so many do the promises belong unto, all the promises of mercy and grace, and Comfort, of strength and direction, av d vdb dt n2 vvb p-acp, d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1, pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4817 and eternal redemption, the compleat working of it, all these promises from the first to the last, they all belong to a man, when God hath called him: and Eternal redemption, the complete working of it, all these promises from the First to the last, they all belong to a man, when God hath called him: cc j n1, dt j n-vvg pp-f pn31, d d n2 p-acp dt ord p-acp dt ord, pns32 d vvb p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4818 when the Lord effectually calls a man, he takes him out of the world, to have fellowship with the Lord Jesus Christ; when the Lord effectually calls a man, he Takes him out of the world, to have fellowship with the Lord jesus christ; c-crq dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz pno31 av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4819 and in whatsoever he hath done, or suffered, or purchased for his people. and in whatsoever he hath done, or suffered, or purchased for his people. cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn, cc vvd, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 414 Page 3
4820 Thirdly, It doth sweeten all Gods promises to a man? what is the reason we can hear such admirable things out of the Word, Thirdly, It does sweeten all God's promises to a man? what is the reason we can hear such admirable things out of the Word, ord, pn31 vdz vvi d ng1 n2 p-acp dt n1? q-crq vbz dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi d j n2 av pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4821 and yet they affect people generally, for the most part no more then a dry chip, and yet they affect people generally, for the most part no more then a dry chip, cc av pns32 vvb n1 av-j, p-acp dt av-ds n1 av-dx dc cs dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4822 though they hear of the promises of God, what promises he hath made to his people, to their Prayers, to their hearing of the Word, to their receiving of the Sacrament; though they hear of the promises of God, what promises he hath made to his people, to their Prayers, to their hearing of the Word, to their receiving of the Sacrament; cs pns32 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp po32 vvg pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4823 what promises he hath made in adversity, and prosperity, in sickness, and in health, in life, what promises he hath made in adversity, and Prosperity, in sickness, and in health, in life, r-crq vvz pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4824 and death, when they sin through frailty, what promises they have to help them up againe when they are to do any thing, what promises to assist them, and death, when they sin through frailty, what promises they have to help them up again when they Are to do any thing, what promises to assist them, cc n1, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, r-crq n2 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp av c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vdi d n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4825 and go along with them, when they are called to any employment, what promises to sustaine them, and bear them out; and go along with them, when they Are called to any employment, what promises to sustain them, and bear them out; cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno32, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4826 I say though all these things be delivered to people, things that were sweeter to David, then the hony, I say though all these things be Delivered to people, things that were Sweeten to David, then the honey, pns11 vvb cs d d n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1, n2 cst vbdr jc p-acp np1, cs dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4827 and the hony combe, Psal. 119. 103. Yet generally, people are not affected with these things; and the honey comb, Psalm 119. 103. Yet generally, people Are not affected with these things; cc dt n1 n1, np1 crd crd av av-j, n1 vbr xx vvn p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4828 the reason is, because they are not able to say, that God hath effectually called them, the reason is, Because they Are not able to say, that God hath effectually called them, dt n1 vbz, c-acp pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vhz av-j vvn pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4829 therefore when they heare such things, the heart cannot lay hold upon them, they think with Francis Spera, I have no part in these things, they think 'tis true, they are so to Gods people, Therefore when they hear such things, the heart cannot lay hold upon them, they think with Francis Spera, I have no part in these things, they think it's true, they Are so to God's people, av c-crq pns32 vvb d n2, dt n1 vmbx vvi n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp np1 np1, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp d n2, pns32 vvb pn31|vbz j, pns32 vbr av p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4830 but they think there is little comfort, little sweetness in them, because they cannot say, that they are effectually called of God. but they think there is little Comfort, little sweetness in them, Because they cannot say, that they Are effectually called of God. cc-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz j n1, j n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi, cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 415 Page 3
4831 Fourthly, If a man be effectually called, this helps a man to pray, Psal. 119. 94. I am thine save me, when David was able to say, thou hast called me to be one of thine, then he was able to pray to God, Lord save me, Lord help me, I am thine, thou art my God; Fourthly, If a man be effectually called, this helps a man to pray, Psalm 119. 94. I am thine save me, when David was able to say, thou hast called me to be one of thine, then he was able to pray to God, Lord save me, Lord help me, I am thine, thou art my God; ord, cs dt n1 vbi av-j vvn, d vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm png21 vvb pno11, c-crq np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 pc-acp vbi crd pp-f png21, av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, n1 p-acp pno11, n1 vvb pno11, pns11 vbm png21, pns21 vb2r po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 416 Page 3
4832 when he was able to say, that he had interest and propriety in God; this did exceedingly help him, and encourage him with boldness in prayer; when he was able to say, that he had Interest and propriety in God; this did exceedingly help him, and encourage him with boldness in prayer; c-crq pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vhd n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; d vdd av-vvg vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 416 Page 3
4833 but when a man questions his effectual calling, every petition a man puts up, it is choaked, a man cannot pray to God, but when a man questions his effectual calling, every petition a man puts up, it is choked, a man cannot pray to God, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 n2 po31 j n-vvg, d n1 dt n1 vvz a-acp, pn31 vbz vvn, dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 416 Page 3
4834 but he is beaten off, there is no strength in such a prayer, as soon as ever Paul was converted, saith God to Ananias, behold now he prayes, Act. 9. 11. Paul had prayed a thousand times before, no man in Judea prayed more then he, but he is beaten off, there is no strength in such a prayer, as soon as ever Paul was converted, Says God to Ananias, behold now he prays, Act. 9. 11. Paul had prayed a thousand times before, no man in Judea prayed more then he, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp av c-acp av np1 vbds vvn, vvz np1 p-acp np1, vvb av pns31 vvz, n1 crd crd np1 vhd vvn dt crd n2 a-acp, dx n1 p-acp np1 vvd av-dc cs pns31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 416 Page 4
4835 but God took no notice of his prayers; but God took no notice of his Prayers; cc-acp np1 vvd dx n1 pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 416 Page 4
4836 but when God had effectually called him by his grace, now the Lord took notice of his prayers, but when God had effectually called him by his grace, now the Lord took notice of his Prayers, cc-acp c-crq np1 vhd av-j vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, av dt n1 vvd n1 pp-f po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 416 Page 4
4837 and observed them, and heard them, and regarded them, and inclined his ear to them, behold now he prayes. and observed them, and herd them, and regarded them, and inclined his ear to them, behold now he prays. cc vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno32, vvb av pns31 vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 416 Page 4
4838 Fifthly, This is a great encouragement to all goodness in outward things, it is a great encouragement to a man to take them in hand, Fifthly, This is a great encouragement to all Goodness in outward things, it is a great encouragement to a man to take them in hand, ord, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4839 when he seeth he hath a calling thereunto; when he sees he hath a calling thereunto; c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vhz dt n-vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4840 Gideon was very earnest with the Angel, that he might see he had a calling to that he was to go about, Judg. 6. 11. So it is in this divine calling, it is a great encouragement, gideon was very earnest with the Angel, that he might see he had a calling to that he was to go about, Judges 6. 11. So it is in this divine calling, it is a great encouragement, np1 vbds av j p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pns31 vhd dt n-vvg p-acp cst pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi a-acp, np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz p-acp d j-jn n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4841 when a man can see that he is called; when a man can see that he is called; c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4842 true it is, that every man is called, but I speak not of the general calling, true it is, that every man is called, but I speak not of the general calling, j pn31 vbz, cst d n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp pns11 vvb xx pp-f dt j n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4843 but of the effectual call, when a man can see that he is effectually called of God; but of the effectual call, when a man can see that he is effectually called of God; cc-acp pp-f dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4844 this helps a man in all good actions, then a man may go to God, as to • Father; this helps a man in all good actions, then a man may go to God, as to • Father; d vvz dt n1 p-acp d j n2, cs dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pc-acp • n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4845 he may go to the Sacrament as the seale of his righteousness and saith; he may go to the Sacrament as the seal of his righteousness and Says; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4846 then a man may take Gods name into his mouth, God challengeth the wicked for doing of it without his call, Psal. 50. 16. What hast thou to d•, to take my name into thy mouth, seeing thou hatest to be reformed? now a man may take up the profession of religion, then a man may take God's name into his Mouth, God Challengeth the wicked for doing of it without his call, Psalm 50. 16. What hast thou to d•, to take my name into thy Mouth, seeing thou Hatest to be reformed? now a man may take up the profession of Religion, av dt n1 vmb vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 vvz dt j p-acp vdg pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd q-crq vh2 pns21 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvg pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi vvn? av dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4847 and hold forth the name of the Lord Jesus Christ as Paul saith to Timothy, fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, now marke the encouragement, whereunto thou art also called, 1 Tim. 6. 12. and hold forth the name of the Lord jesus christ as Paul Says to Timothy, fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on Eternal life, now mark the encouragement, whereunto thou art also called, 1 Tim. 6. 12. cc vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1, vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvb vvb p-acp j n1, av vvi dt n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r av vvn, vvn np1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 417 Page 4
4848 Sixthly, It is an excellent ground of a godly life, when a man can say he is effectually called of God, that man hath laid a good foundation to be a godly man, he hath laid it low, he hath built it upon such a ground, that can never be shaken, nor removed; Sixthly, It is an excellent ground of a godly life, when a man can say he is effectually called of God, that man hath laid a good Foundation to be a godly man, he hath laid it low, he hath built it upon such a ground, that can never be shaken, nor removed; j, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pns31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, cst n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 av-j, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp d dt n1, cst vmb av-x vbi vvn, ccx vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4849 he that builds upon this foundation, shall never be removed. he that builds upon this Foundation, shall never be removed. pns31 cst vvz p-acp d n1, vmb av-x vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4850 What is the reason why so many thousands undertake to be godly, and are never able to carry it through; What is the reason why so many thousands undertake to be godly, and Are never able to carry it through; q-crq vbz dt n1 c-crq av d crd vvi pc-acp vbi j, cc vbr av-x j pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4851 others go about it, and through the mercy of God are carried through stitch with it? the reason is, Others go about it, and through the mercy of God Are carried through stitch with it? the reason is, n2-jn vvb p-acp pn31, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31? dt n1 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4852 because those that are effectually called of God, they have a good foundation, they go upon the right ground, Because those that Are effectually called of God, they have a good Foundation, they go upon the right ground, c-acp d cst vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1, pns32 vhb dt j n1, pns32 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4853 as the Apostle Peter exhorting Christians to holiness, and sanctity, and righteousness of conversation, be ye holy in all manner of conversation; as the Apostle Peter exhorting Christians to holiness, and sanctity, and righteousness of Conversation, be you holy in all manner of Conversation; c-acp dt n1 np1 vvg np1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vbb pn22 j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4854 he doth presently lay down the ground, whereupon he exhorts them, whereunto you are called, saith he, 1 Pet. 1 15. so 1 Pet. 2. 9. saith he, ye are a chosen generation, a royal Priesthood, he does presently lay down the ground, whereupon he exhorts them, whereunto you Are called, Says he, 1 Pet. 1 15. so 1 Pet. 2. 9. Says he, you Are a chosen generation, a royal Priesthood, pns31 vdz av-j vvi a-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, c-crq pn22 vbr vvn, vvz pns31, crd np1 crd crd av vvn np1 crd crd vvz pns31, pn22 vbr dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4855 an holy nation, &c. that you should shew forth the prayses of him that hath called you out of the darkness, into his marvellous light. an holy Nation, etc. that you should show forth the praises of him that hath called you out of the darkness, into his marvellous Light. dt j n1, av cst pn22 vmd vvi av dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vhz vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1, p-acp po31 j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 418 Page 4
4856 In the last place, this is the best means to help a man up againe; In the last place, this is the best means to help a man up again; p-acp dt ord n1, d vbz dt js n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4857 suppose a man have fallen, as the best of all Gods Saints and Children may fall, and fall fowlly; suppose a man have fallen, as the best of all God's Saints and Children may fallen, and fallen foully; vvb dt n1 vhb vvn, c-acp dt js pp-f d ng1 n2 cc n2 vmb vvi, cc vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4858 but when a man is effectually called of God, this doth help a man up againe, but when a man is effectually called of God, this does help a man up again, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, d vdz vvi dt n1 a-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4859 as it was with David, Psal. 51. 14. Deliver me from blood-guiltiness, O God of my salvation, &c he being able to say, that the Lord was the God of his Salvation, this made him to get up againe; as it was with David, Psalm 51. 14. Deliver me from Bloodguiltiness, Oh God of my salvation, etc. he being able to say, that the Lord was the God of his Salvation, this made him to get up again; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, np1 crd crd vvb pno11 p-acp n1, uh np1 pp-f po11 n1, av pns31 vbg j pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4860 as who should say, Lord I have committed murther, I am guilty of innocent blood, as who should say, Lord I have committed murder, I am guilty of innocent blood, c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1 pns11 vhb vvn n1, pns11 vbm j pp-f j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4861 yet Lord thou hast called me by thy grace, to be a God unto me, thou art the God of my salvation; yet Lord thou hast called me by thy grace, to be a God unto me, thou art the God of my salvation; av n1 pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno11, pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4862 I beseech thee purge me from my filthiness, and cleanse me from my sins: I beseech thee purge me from my filthiness, and cleanse me from my Sins: pns11 vvb pno21 vvb pno11 p-acp po11 n1, cc vvb pno11 p-acp po11 n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4863 whereas there be thousands, when they have committed murther, it breaks their necks, they never get up againe, they are never able to finde repentance, whereas there be thousands, when they have committed murder, it breaks their necks, they never get up again, they Are never able to find Repentance, cs pc-acp vbb crd, c-crq pns32 vhb vvn n1, pn31 vvz po32 n2, pns32 av-x vvb a-acp av, pns32 vbr av-x j pc-acp vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4864 and a broken heart, and to obtaine favour of the Lord, that the sin be not laid to their charge; and a broken heart, and to obtain favour of the Lord, that the since be not laid to their charge; cc dt j-vvn n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp po32 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4865 but David, though he had such a heavy fall, and though it burst his bones, but David, though he had such a heavy fallen, and though it burst his bones, cc-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd d dt j n1, cc cs pn31 vvd po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4866 and put him to much grief, yet he got up againe, because God had effectually called him. and put him to much grief, yet he god up again, Because God had effectually called him. cc vvd pno31 p-acp d n1, av pns31 vvd a-acp av, c-acp np1 vhd av-j vvn pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 419 Page 4
4867 The first reason of the point is this, because effectual calling is an evident argument of a mans election unto life, it is that which flows from election to life, The First reason of the point is this, Because effectual calling is an evident argument of a men election unto life, it is that which flows from election to life, dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d, c-acp j n-vvg vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz d r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 420 Page 4
4868 as Rom. 8. 30. Whom he hath predestinated, those hath he called, &c. as who should say, them, as Rom. 8. 30. Whom he hath predestinated, those hath he called, etc. as who should say, them, c-acp np1 crd crd ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, d vhz pns31 vvn, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 420 Page 4
4869 and none but them, this is the lowest linke of that golden chaine, if a man can but once finde that he is effectually called of God, he hath a part of that chaine, whereof one end is eternal predestination to life, and none but them, this is the lowest link of that golden chain, if a man can but once find that he is effectually called of God, he hath a part of that chain, whereof one end is Eternal predestination to life, cc pix p-acp pno32, d vbz dt js n1 pp-f cst j n1, cs dt n1 vmb p-acp a-acp vvb cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq crd n1 vbz j n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 420 Page 5
4870 and the other is eternal glory; and the other is Eternal glory; cc dt n-jn vbz j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 420 Page 5
4871 now he knows that all the whole chaine of mercy, from first to last, from eternity to eternity; now he knows that all the Whole chain of mercy, from First to last, from eternity to eternity; av pns31 vvz cst d dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ord pc-acp ord, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 420 Page 5
4872 all belongs to him, when he finds himself to be effectually called. all belongs to him, when he finds himself to be effectually called. d vvz p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 420 Page 5
4873 Secondly, This effectual calling, is a sure and certaine pledge, that a man shall have all Gods acts of mercy, Secondly, This effectual calling, is a sure and certain pledge, that a man shall have all God's acts of mercy, ord, d j n-vvg, vbz dt j cc j n1, cst dt n1 vmb vhi d npg1 n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4874 when God effectually calls a man, he doth this for him, not only as that particular mercy, when God effectually calls a man, he does this for him, not only as that particular mercy, c-crq np1 av-j vvz dt n1, pns31 vdz d p-acp pno31, xx av-j c-acp d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4875 but as a pledge of all after mercies, as it was with the delivering of the people of Israel out of Egypt; he did not this onely as a particular mercy, but as a pledge of all After Mercies, as it was with the delivering of the people of Israel out of Egypt; he did not this only as a particular mercy, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp n2, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1; pns31 vdd xx d av-j c-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4876 but as a pledge of future mercies for time to come; but as a pledge of future Mercies for time to come; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4877 therefore whensoever the Lord would assure the people that be would shew them mercy, and do them good; Therefore whensoever the Lord would assure the people that be would show them mercy, and do them good; av c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 cst vbb vmd vvi pno32 n1, cc vdb pno32 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4878 many times this is set down, I have brought thee out of the Land of Egypt, open thy mouth wide, many times this is Set down, I have brought thee out of the Land of Egypt, open thy Mouth wide, d n2 d vbz vvn a-acp, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb po21 n1 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4879 and I will fill i•, Psal. 81. 10. Nay, when they pleaded for mercy, they pleaded this as a pledge, that God would shew them mercy, Neh. 1. 10, 11. Now these are thy servants, which thou hast redeemed by thy great power, we beseech thee let thine ear be attentive to our supplication. and I will fill i•, Psalm 81. 10. Nay, when they pleaded for mercy, they pleaded this as a pledge, that God would show them mercy, Neh 1. 10, 11. Now these Are thy Servants, which thou hast redeemed by thy great power, we beseech thee let thine ear be attentive to our supplication. cc pns11 vmb vvi n1, np1 crd crd uh-x, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp n1, pns32 vvd d p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 n1, np1 crd crd, crd av d vbr po21 n2, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 j n1, pns12 vvb pno21 vvb po21 n1 vbi j p-acp po12 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4880 So it is with effectual calling, it is an evident pledge, and sure token, that God will shew a man all his other mercies, So it is with effectual calling, it is an evident pledge, and sure token, that God will show a man all his other Mercies, av pn31 vbz p-acp j n-vvg, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc j n1, cst np1 vmb vvi dt n1 d po31 j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4881 when a man is once effectually called, though he hath all yet to do, all the whole business; when a man is once effectually called, though he hath all yet to do, all the Whole business; c-crq dt n1 vbz a-acp av-j vvn, cs pns31 vhz d av pc-acp vdi, d dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4882 yet to wade through, it may be he hath abundance of estates and conditions to fall into before he dye: yet to wade through, it may be he hath abundance of estates and conditions to fallen into before he die: av pc-acp vvi p-acp, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vhz n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp a-acp pns31 vvb: (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4883 why? now he hath the whole compasse of Gods mercy to carry him along in it, God hath given him a pledge of it, why? now he hath the Whole compass of God's mercy to carry him along in it, God hath given him a pledge of it, q-crq? av pns31 vhz dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp pn31, np1 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4884 and he may say to God, Lord thou hast effectually called me by thy grace, I beseech thee to justifie me, I beseech thee to sanctifie me and help me by thy grace to pray, and he may say to God, Lord thou hast effectually called me by thy grace, I beseech thee to justify me, I beseech thee to sanctify me and help me by thy grace to pray, cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, n1 pns21 vh2 av-j vvn pno11 p-acp po21 n1, pns11 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi pno11, pns11 vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi pno11 cc vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4885 and to go on through the several passages of this life, to bear afflictions, to humble me in prosperity, and to go on through the several passages of this life, to bear afflictions, to humble me in Prosperity, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4886 and to stand upon my guard, in sickness, Lord sustaine me, and in troubles and afflictions Lord give me patience; and to stand upon my guard, in sickness, Lord sustain me, and in Troubles and afflictions Lord give me patience; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1, p-acp n1, n1 vvz pno11, cc p-acp n2 cc n2 n1 vvb pno11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4887 thou hast called me, and I have the pledge, therefore I beseech thee do this for me, thou hast called me, and I have the pledge, Therefore I beseech thee do this for me, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc pns11 vhb dt n1, av pns11 vvb pno21 vdb d p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4888 as Paul saith, 1 Cor. 1. 9. God is faithful, who hath called you to the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ; as Paul Says, 1 Cor. 1. 9. God is faithful, who hath called you to the fellowship of his Son jesus christ; c-acp np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd np1 vbz j, r-crq vhz vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4889 as who should say, when God called you to the fellowship of Jesus Christ, he did not this as a particular mercy to you onely, as who should say, when God called you to the fellowship of jesus christ, he did not this as a particular mercy to you only, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, c-crq np1 vvd pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, pns31 vdd xx d c-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn22 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4890 but as a sure pledge that he would shew you all other mercies; but as a sure pledge that he would show you all other Mercies; cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 cst pns31 vmd vvi pn22 d j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4891 and assure your selves, he will be faithful, and make good all these mercies to you; and assure your selves, he will be faithful, and make good all these Mercies to you; cc vvb po22 n2, pns31 vmb vbi j, cc vvi j d d n2 p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4892 go on with faith and affiance, and courage, for God will be faithful as the Apostle Peter saith, 1 Pet. 5. 10. marke how he pleads, that God would be pleased to give them grace; go on with faith and affiance, and courage, for God will be faithful as the Apostle Peter Says, 1 Pet. 5. 10. mark how he pleads, that God would be pleased to give them grace; vvb a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1, c-acp np1 vmb vbi j c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, cst np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4893 the God of all grace that hath called you, he make you perfect, establish, and settle you; the God of all grace that hath called you, he make you perfect, establish, and settle you; dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vhz vvn pn22, pns31 vvb pn22 j, vvb, cc vvi pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4894 he that hath called you settle you, he that hath given you a pledge, he that hath vouchsafed you a pawne, he will make it good, he will strengthen you, he that hath called you settle you, he that hath given you a pledge, he that hath vouchsafed you a pawn, he will make it good, he will strengthen you, pns31 cst vhz vvn pn22 vvi pn22, pns31 cst vhz vvn pn22 dt n1, pns31 cst vhz vvn pn22 dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 j, pns31 vmb vvi pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4895 and enable you, and carry you through, from the beginning to the end. and enable you, and carry you through, from the beginning to the end. cc vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 p-acp, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 421 Page 5
4896 Ʋse 1. Then certainly the thing is a possible thing, a man may be able to say so, it is a thing may be known; Ʋse 1. Then Certainly the thing is a possible thing, a man may be able to say so, it is a thing may be known; j crd av av-j dt n1 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av, pn31 vbz dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4897 effectual calling, whosoever is partaker of it, that man may know he hath it, though it be such a great jewel, such an admirable thing, effectual calling, whosoever is partaker of it, that man may know he hath it, though it be such a great jewel, such an admirable thing, j n-vvg, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f pn31, cst n1 vmb vvi pns31 vhz pn31, cs pn31 vbb d dt j n1, d dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4898 and happy is that man that ever he was borne when he seeth it, yet it is such a thing you may come to see and know; and happy is that man that ever he was born when he sees it, yet it is such a thing you may come to see and know; cc j vbz d n1 cst av pns31 vbds vvn c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, av pn31 vbz d dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4899 every man may know what estate he is in, whether he be good or bad, the conscience doth not onely excuse in good actions, every man may know what estate he is in, whither he be good or bad, the conscience does not only excuse in good actions, d n1 vmb vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vbz p-acp, cs pns31 vbb j cc j, dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4900 but also in a good estate, preserve my soul, for I am holy, saith David, Psal ▪ 86. 2. his conscience did not excuse him onely in that he had done holy duties, but also in a good estate, preserve my soul, for I am holy, Says David, Psalm ▪ 86. 2. his conscience did not excuse him only in that he had done holy duties, cc-acp av p-acp dt j n1, vvb po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vbm j, vvz np1, np1 ▪ crd crd po31 n1 vdd xx vvi pno31 av-j p-acp cst pns31 vhd vdn j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4901 but in that he wa• an holy man, his conscience could witness with him, that he was an holy man: but in that he wa• an holy man, his conscience could witness with him, that he was an holy man: cc-acp p-acp cst pns31 n1 dt j n1, po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbds dt j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4902 and on the other side, the conscience doth not onely accuse in evil actions, but also in an evil estate, I and my people are wicked saith Pharoh, Exod. 9. his conscience did not onely accuse him, that he did evil actions, and on the other side, the conscience does not only accuse in evil actions, but also in an evil estate, I and my people Are wicked Says Pharaoh, Exod 9. his conscience did not only accuse him, that he did evil actions, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp av p-acp dt j-jn n1, sy cc po11 n1 vbr j vvz np1, np1 crd po31 n1 vdd xx av-j vvi pno31, cst pns31 vdd j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4903 but that he was in an evil estate; not onely that he had done a wicked thing, but was a wicked man: but that he was in an evil estate; not only that he had done a wicked thing, but was a wicked man: cc-acp cst pns31 vbds p-acp dt j-jn n1; xx j cst pns31 vhd vdn dt j n1, cc-acp vbds dt j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4904 and the reason of this is, because how else should a man be commanded to shun a bad, and the reason of this is, Because how Else should a man be commanded to shun a bad, cc dt n1 pp-f d vbz, c-acp q-crq av vmd dt n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 5
4905 and follow a good estate, if it were not discernable who are in a good and bad estate, and follow a good estate, if it were not discernible who Are in a good and bad estate, cc vvi dt j n1, cs pn31 vbdr xx j r-crq vbr p-acp dt j cc j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4906 as we see we are called to avoid the one, and follow hard after the other, as we see we Are called to avoid the one, and follow hard After the other, c-acp pns12 vvb pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt pi, cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4907 therefore it is a thing that may be attained to; Therefore it is a thing that may be attained to; av pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4908 nay it is not onely a thing that may be attained unto, but the children of God are wont to know it, nay it is not only a thing that may be attained unto, but the children of God Are wont to know it, uh pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4909 as Paul here to Timothy, he hath called us; we are able to speak it, our consciences choake us not in speaking of it; as Paul Here to Timothy, he hath called us; we Are able to speak it, our Consciences choke us not in speaking of it; c-acp np1 av p-acp np1, pns31 vhz vvn pno12; pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31, po12 n2 vvi pno12 xx p-acp vvg pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4910 nay the doubtfullest man that ever was, was H•mar, Psal. 88. 1. O Lord God of my salvation, I have cryed night and day unto thee? as who should say, I am very much bewildered, nay the doubtfullest man that ever was, was H•mar, Psalm 88. 1. O Lord God of my salvation, I have cried night and day unto thee? as who should say, I am very much bewildered, uh-x dt js n1 cst av vbds, vbds np1, np1 crd crd sy n1 np1 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp pno21? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vbm av av-d vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4911 and much to seek, and lost in doubts and fears, marvelously oppressed and overwhelmed; yet this I can say, thou art my God, the God of my salvation; and much to seek, and lost in doubts and fears, marvelously oppressed and overwhelmed; yet this I can say, thou art my God, the God of my salvation; cc d pc-acp vvi, cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, av-j vvn cc vvn; av d pns11 vmb vvi, pns21 vb2r po11 np1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4912 thou hast effectually called me to pertake of thy mercy, and I have relation to that thou hast given me union with thee, thou art the God of my salvation; thou hast effectually called me to partake of thy mercy, and I have Relation to that thou hast given me Union with thee, thou art the God of my salvation; pns21 vh2 av-j vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi pp-f po21 n1, cc pns11 vhb n1 p-acp cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4913 and so it was with David, when he was at his worst, hath God forgotten to be gracious? will he c•st off for ever, and so it was with David, when he was At his worst, hath God forgotten to be gracious? will he c•st off for ever, cc av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp po31 js, vhz np1 vvn pc-acp vbi j? vmb pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4914 & c? Psal 77. though he had named all their grievous passages, of feare and despaire as a man would think, & c? Psalm 77. though he had nam all their grievous passages, of Fear and despair as a man would think, cc sy? np1 crd cs pns31 vhd vvn d po32 j n2, pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4915 yet at the self same time, ver. 5. I have considered the dayes of old, he was able to lay hold upon this certainty, I have been called, such a time the Lord was gracious and merciful unto me, I have believed, I have tasted of Gods goodness, yet At the self same time, ver. 5. I have considered the days of old, he was able to lay hold upon this certainty, I have been called, such a time the Lord was gracious and merciful unto me, I have believed, I have tasted of God's Goodness, av p-acp dt n1 d n1, fw-la. crd pns11 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f j, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vhb vbn vvn, d dt n1 dt n1 vbds j cc j p-acp pno11, pns11 vhb vvn, pns11 vhb vvn pp-f npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4916 and pertake of his mercy, and known the forgiveness of my sinnes, he looked unto the dayes of old, he could not deny it, and partake of his mercy, and known the forgiveness of my Sins, he looked unto the days of old, he could not deny it, cc vvi pp-f po31 n1, cc vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f j, pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4917 though he were now miserably put to it, he could not deny this, but in the dayes of old, God had been his God, and he his servant: though he were now miserably put to it, he could not deny this, but in the days of old, God had been his God, and he his servant: cs pns31 vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp pn31, pns31 vmd xx vvi d, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f j, np1 vhd vbn po31 n1, cc pns31 po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4918 and so Jonah, when he was dejected, and cast down, and seemed to be in the belly of hell, Lord (saith he) I am cast out of thy sight, as if he had been cast off, and so Jonah, when he was dejected, and cast down, and seemed to be in the belly of hell, Lord (Says he) I am cast out of thy sighed, as if he had been cast off, cc av np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, cc vvd a-acp, cc vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 (vvz pns31) pns11 vbm vvn av pp-f po21 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn vvn a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4919 and quite at a losse, yet at the selfe same time, (saith he) I will lo•k towards thy holy Temple, Jon. 2. 4. as who should say, I cannot deny, and quite At a loss, yet At the self same time, (Says he) I will lo•k towards thy holy Temple, Jon. 2. 4. as who should say, I cannot deny, cc av p-acp dt n1, av p-acp dt n1 d n1, (vvz pns31) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po21 j n1, np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vmbx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4920 but thou hast effectually called me; but thou hast effectually called me; cc-acp pns21 vh2 av-j vvn pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4921 I have looked to thy Temple heretofore, I have looked to Christ, and rested upon thee for eternal life, I have looked to thy Temple heretofore, I have looked to christ, and rested upon thee for Eternal life, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n1 av, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp np1, cc vvd p-acp pno21 p-acp j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4922 and for mercy, and thou art my refuge ▪ therefore I will look againe to thee, and for mercy, and thou art my refuge ▪ Therefore I will look again to thee, cc p-acp n1, cc pns21 vb2r po11 n1 ▪ av pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4923 So Joh. 14. 5, 6, 7. Thomas he speaks as if he had not known Christ, Thomas (saith he) ver. 7. thou dost know me, So John 14. 5, 6, 7. Thomas he speaks as if he had not known christ, Thomas (Says he) for. 7. thou dost know me, av np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 pns31 vvz c-acp cs pns31 vhd xx vvn np1, np1 (vvz pns31) p-acp. crd pns21 vd2 vvi pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4924 nay when he made a vow, that he would not believe, except he saw the print of the nailes, nay when he made a Voelli, that he would not believe, except he saw the print of the nails, uh-x c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi, c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4925 yet this was but in a fit, for within a little space, (he saith) my Lord, and my God, Joh. 20. I will prove this by reason, that a man that is quite to seek; yet this was but in a fit, for within a little Molle, (he Says) my Lord, and my God, John 20. I will prove this by reason, that a man that is quite to seek; av d vbds cc-acp p-acp dt j, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, (pns31 vvz) po11 n1, cc po11 n1, np1 crd pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp n1, cst dt n1 cst vbz av pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 422 Page 6
4926 that a man that is not able to speak with any certainty, he hath not a jot of faith in this point to believe that he is the Lords, that a man that is not able to speak with any certainty, he hath not a jot of faith in this point to believe that he is the lords, cst dt n1 cst vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 423 Page 6
4927 for that man walks in darkness, our Saviour makes it a brand of a man that walks in darkness, that knoweth not whether he goeth, Joh. 12. 35. He that walks in darkness knoweth not whether he goeth, whither to heaven or to hell, whither he goes right or wrong, to Christ or not; for that man walks in darkness, our Saviour makes it a brand of a man that walks in darkness, that Knoweth not whither he Goes, John 12. 35. He that walks in darkness Knoweth not whither he Goes, whither to heaven or to hell, whither he Goes right or wrong, to christ or not; c-acp cst n1 vvz p-acp n1, po12 n1 vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, cst vvz xx cs pns31 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 vvz xx cs pns31 vvz, c-crq pc-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz j-jn cc n-jn, p-acp np1 cc xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 423 Page 6
4928 it is a shroad signe, that that man is in a bad estate; it is a shroad Signen, that that man is in a bad estate; pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst d n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 423 Page 6
4929 that God never yet took him out of the world, to the fellowship of Jesus Christ. that God never yet took him out of the world, to the fellowship of jesus christ. cst np1 av-x av vvd pno31 av pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 423 Page 6
4930 The first reason is, because it is the office of the Spirit to make known to a man, the things given him of God, 1 Cor. 2. 12. now saith he, we have received the Spirit, not of the world, The First reason is, Because it is the office of the Spirit to make known to a man, the things given him of God, 1 Cor. 2. 12. now Says he, we have received the Spirit, not of the world, dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n2 vvn pno31 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd av vvz pns31, pns12 vhb vvn dt n1, xx pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4931 but the Spirit of God, that we might know the things, that are freely given to us of God, as who should say, but the Spirit of God, that we might know the things, that Are freely given to us of God, as who should say, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n2, cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno12 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4932 as God hath given us such and such things: as God hath given us such and such things: c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 d cc d n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4933 So we have the Spirit of God, that can tell us the things that God hath freely given us, So we have the Spirit of God, that can tell us the things that God hath freely given us, av pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb vvi pno12 dt n2 cst np1 vhz av-j vvn pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4934 when God hath given a man effectual calling, it is a free gift, and then it is the Spirits office to let a man know it ▪ and the Spirit will do his office; when God hath given a man effectual calling, it is a free gift, and then it is the Spirits office to let a man know it ▪ and the Spirit will do his office; c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 j n-vvg, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc av pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb pn31 ▪ cc dt n1 vmb vdi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4935 nay, when God effectually calls a man by his Spirit; nay, when God effectually calls a man by his Spirit; uh-x, c-crq np1 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4936 the Spirit saith to a man, as the disciples of Christ said to the man that was brought to Christ, Matth ▪ 10. 40 Be of good cheare; the Spirit Says to a man, as the Disciples of christ said to the man that was brought to christ, Matthew ▪ 10. 40 Be of good cheer; dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp np1, av ▪ crd crd vbb pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4937 he calls thee, so when God effectually calls a man, the Spirit saith, arise, be of good cheare, the Lord calls thee; he calls thee, so when God effectually calls a man, the Spirit Says, arise, be of good cheer, the Lord calls thee; pns31 vvz pno21, av c-crq np1 av-j vvz dt n1, dt n1 vvz, vvb, vbb pp-f j n1, dt n1 vvz pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4938 the Lord of heaven and earth, gives thee a gracious call to come to his heavenly Kingdome, to believe in his name, the Lord of heaven and earth, gives thee a gracious call to come to his heavenly Kingdom, to believe in his name, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvz pno21 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4939 and to rest upon him for Salvation, and for every needful thing, for this life, and the life to come: and to rest upon him for Salvation, and for every needful thing, for this life, and the life to come: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j n1, p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 6
4940 the Spirit whereby a man is called, doth speak internum verbum, (as Divines speak) an inward word, which the soul hears, the Spirit whereby a man is called, does speak Internal verbum, (as Divines speak) an inward word, which the soul hears, dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vdz vvi fw-la fw-la, (c-acp vvz vvb) dt j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 7
4941 as well as the outward eare hears the external word; as well as the outward ear hears the external word; c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 vvz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 7
4942 our Saviour sheweth this, Joh. 6. 45. he that hath heard and learned of the Father (saith he) cometh unto me; when a man is effectually called to come unto Christ, he hears of the Father; our Saviour shows this, John 6. 45. he that hath herd and learned of the Father (Says he) comes unto me; when a man is effectually called to come unto christ, he hears of the Father; po12 n1 vvz d, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1 (vvz pns31) vvz p-acp pno11; c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 7
4943 there is a word that the Father speaks, not onely the word of the Minister; there is a word that the Father speaks, not only the word of the Minister; pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz, xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 7
4944 but an inward word, and that man hears a word from the Father, and how can it be but a man may know it, but an inward word, and that man hears a word from the Father, and how can it be but a man may know it, cc-acp dt j n1, cc d n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc q-crq vmb pn31 vbi p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 7
4945 when he hears it? for there is a word, and an audible word, a word whereby the Lord of glory speaks to a man, when he hears it? for there is a word, and an audible word, a word whereby the Lord of glory speaks to a man, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31? p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc dt j n1, dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 7
4946 when he effectually calls him to come out of his sins. when he effectually calls him to come out of his Sins. c-crq pns31 av-j vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi av pp-f po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 424 Page 7
4947 Secondly, Because a man that is effectually called of God, he is commanded by God to make his calling and election sure; Secondly, Because a man that is effectually called of God, he is commanded by God to make his calling and election sure; ord, c-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n-vvg cc n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4948 as we may see, 2 Pet. 1. 10. as who should say, you may make it sure; as we may see, 2 Pet. 1. 10. as who should say, you may make it sure; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4949 'tis true, in legal precepts, this doth not follow; it's true, in Legal Precepts, this does not follow; pn31|vbz j, p-acp j n2, d vdz xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4950 that if so be God bid a man to do it, therefore it is possible to do it; that if so be God bid a man to do it, Therefore it is possible to do it; cst cs av vbb np1 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4951 for the law commands things, not possible to be done, by reason of the weakness of the flesh, for the law commands things, not possible to be done, by reason of the weakness of the Flesh, p-acp dt n1 vvz n2, xx j pc-acp vbi vdn, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4952 but this is an evangelical precept; but this is an Evangelical precept; cc-acp d vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4953 now when a man is effectually called of God, and is commanded to make his calling sure, he may do it, the thing is possible and it may be performed, now when a man is effectually called of God, and is commanded to make his calling sure, he may do it, the thing is possible and it may be performed, av c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, cc vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n-vvg j, pns31 vmb vdi pn31, dt n1 vbz j cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4954 and it is a mans own fault if he do it not; and it is a men own fault if he do it not; cc pn31 vbz dt ng1 d n1 cs pns31 vdb pn31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4955 if a man that is effectually called of God, do not know it, it is his own fault, and negligence, and carelesness; if a man that is effectually called of God, do not know it, it is his own fault, and negligence, and carelessness; cs dt n1 cst vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, vdb xx vvi pn31, pn31 vbz po31 d n1, cc n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4956 when God bids his people that are called, make their calling sure, it implyeth, they may do it; when God bids his people that Are called, make their calling sure, it Implies, they may do it; c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 cst vbr vvn, vvb po32 n-vvg av-j, pn31 vvz, pns32 vmb vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4957 the Lord laies no impossibility upon his own servants, that he hath called to his Kingdome and glory, the Lord lays no impossibility upon his own Servants, that he hath called to his Kingdom and glory, dt n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp po31 d n2, cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4958 but together with his precepts, he sheweth them, where grace is, and the throne of grace is open for them; but together with his Precepts, he shows them, where grace is, and the throne of grace is open for them; cc-acp av p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz pno32, c-crq n1 vbz, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4959 and they have an interest in God that quickens the dead, and have an open highway to the throne of grace to have any thing that they are required to do. and they have an Interest in God that quickens the dead, and have an open highway to the throne of grace to have any thing that they Are required to do. cc pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp np1 cst vvz dt j, cc vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vhi d n1 cst pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 425 Page 7
4960 Thirdly, Because the knowledge of our effectual calling, is the ground of thanksgiving for it God requires, that they that are effectually called to have such mercies, should be thankful to God for it? now how can a man be thankful for that which he is ignorant of, Thirdly, Because the knowledge of our effectual calling, is the ground of thanksgiving for it God requires, that they that Are effectually called to have such Mercies, should be thankful to God for it? now how can a man be thankful for that which he is ignorant of, ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-vvg, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 np1 vvz, cst pns32 cst vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vhi d n2, vmd vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp pn31? av q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi j p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz j pp-f, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4961 whether he have it or no? that is but a mockery, as carnal people in their thanks, will put in things they know not, we returne unto thee O Lord, all possible praise and thanks, whither he have it or no? that is but a mockery, as carnal people in their thanks, will put in things they know not, we return unto thee Oh Lord, all possible praise and thanks, cs pns31 vhi pn31 cc dx? cst vbz p-acp dt n1, c-acp j n1 p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi p-acp n2 pns32 vvb xx, pns12 vvb p-acp pno21 uh n1, d j n1 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4962 for election, vocation, justification, &c. Carnal people put these things into their graces, blessing God for these things; for election, vocation, justification, etc. Carnal people put these things into their graces, blessing God for these things; p-acp n1, n1, n1, av j n1 vvd d n2 p-acp po32 n2, n1 np1 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4963 now if a man come to them, do you know that you are elected, and called, now if a man come to them, do you know that you Are elected, and called, av cs dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32, vdb pn22 vvi cst pn22 vbr vvn, cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4964 and justified, and have a true ground and hope of glory? nay, that we cannot tell say they, this is a foolish thanksgiving, this is to make a mock of God, and to lie before him; and justified, and have a true ground and hope of glory? nay, that we cannot tell say they, this is a foolish thanksgiving, this is to make a mock of God, and to lie before him; cc vvn, cc vhb dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? uh-x, cst pns12 vmbx vvi vvb pns32, d vbz dt j n1, d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4965 the Lord will have no such thanks, but sing praises with understanding, as the Scripture speaks, he will have real, and reasonable service; the Lord will have no such thanks, but sing praises with understanding, as the Scripture speaks, he will have real, and reasonable service; dt n1 vmb vhi dx d n2, cc-acp vvb n2 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns31 vmb vhi j, cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4966 now unlesse a man know this, he cannot be thankful to God aright. now unless a man know this, he cannot be thankful to God aright. av cs dt n1 vvb d, pns31 vmbx vbi j p-acp np1 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4967 The Apostle willing the Corinths to be thankful for their calling, the poore Corinths that were despised, The Apostle willing the Corinths to be thankful for their calling, the poor Corinths that were despised, dt n1 vvg dt n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 n-vvg, dt j n2 cst vbdr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4968 and ignoble and mean, and of the lower rank of all the Town, he wisheth them to glory in Gods goodness, and ignoble and mean, and of the lower rank of all the Town, he wishes them to glory in God's Goodness, cc j cc j, cc pp-f dt jc n1 pp-f d dt n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4969 and in nothing of their own; and in nothing of their own; cc p-acp pix pp-f po32 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4970 how doth he urge it? you know your calling, not many wise men after the flesh, not many noble, &c. but God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise, &c. 1 Cor. 1. 26. you see it, many there are that God hath called among you, how does he urge it? you know your calling, not many wise men After the Flesh, not many noble, etc. but God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise, etc. 1 Cor. 1. 26. you see it, many there Are that God hath called among you, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pn31? pn22 vvb po22 n-vvg, xx d j n2 p-acp dt n1, xx d j, av p-acp np1 vhz vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, av vvn np1 crd crd pn22 vvb pn31, d a-acp vbr cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4971 and you see what manner of persons they are, it is palpable, and you cannot deny it, and you see what manner of Persons they Are, it is palpable, and you cannot deny it, cc pn22 vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vbr, pn31 vbz j, cc pn22 vmbx vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4972 therefore I would not have you glory in your selves, but in God, so Col. 1. 12, 13. giving thanks unto God the Father (saith he) that hath made us meete to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints, who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, Therefore I would not have you glory in your selves, but in God, so Col. 1. 12, 13. giving thanks unto God the Father (Says he) that hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the Saints, who hath Delivered us from the power of darkness, av pns11 vmd xx vhi pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc-acp p-acp np1, av np1 crd crd, crd vvg n2 p-acp np1 dt n1 (vvz pns31) d vhz vvn pno12 vvi pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4973 and hath translated us into the Kingdom of his dear Son; and hath translated us into the Kingdom of his dear Son; cc vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4974 the Lord expects thanks for this effectual calling, when God hath delivered us from the power of darkness, the Lord expects thanks for this effectual calling, when God hath Delivered us from the power of darkness, dt n1 vvz n2 p-acp d j n-vvg, c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4975 and translated us into the Kingdome of his dear Son; and translated us into the Kingdom of his dear Son; cc vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4976 that is, when he hath effectually called us, we should give thanks to God for it; that is, when he hath effectually called us, we should give thanks to God for it; d vbz, c-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn pno12, pns12 vmd vvi n2 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4977 now how can we give thanks to God for it, when we are uncertain and ignorant of it? surely the Spirit of Christ, now how can we give thanks to God for it, when we Are uncertain and ignorant of it? surely the Spirit of christ, av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi n2 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, c-crq pns12 vbr j cc j pp-f pn31? av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 7
4978 and the Lord Jesus Christ loveth the glory of God, and that God should have praise from his people for every mercy; and the Lord jesus christ loves the glory of God, and that God should have praise from his people for every mercy; cc dt n1 np1 np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cst np1 vmd vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 8
4979 therefore without doubt they may come to know it, because otherwise God should require that of them, which they are not able to performe. Therefore without doubt they may come to know it, Because otherwise God should require that of them, which they Are not able to perform. av p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp av np1 vmd vvi d pp-f pno32, r-crq pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 426 Page 8
4980 Fourthly, Because this is the very end of the word of God, it is one of the ends why the word of God is written to us: Fourthly, Because this is the very end of the word of God, it is one of the ends why the word of God is written to us: ord, c-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt vvz c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12: (7) treatise (DIV2) 427 Page 8
4981 indeed there are other ends besids this, it is to convert, to strengthen, to direct, to comfort, to counsel, it is to build up, and to pull down; indeed there Are other ends besides this, it is to convert, to strengthen, to Direct, to Comfort, to counsel, it is to built up, and to pull down; av a-acp vbr j-jn n2 p-acp d, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 427 Page 8
4982 the end of the word is to pull, and hew some down to be cast into the fire; the end of the word is to pull, and hew Some down to be cast into the fire; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc vvi d a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 427 Page 8
4983 but one end is to acquaint the people of God with the mercies of God, but one end is to acquaint the people of God with the Mercies of God, cc-acp crd n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 427 Page 8
4984 and with graces, and mercies, and kindnesses, he hath laid up for them in Jesus Christ, and with graces, and Mercies, and Kindnesses, he hath laid up for them in jesus christ, cc p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2, pns31 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 427 Page 8
4985 and how they are called to these things, this is one end of the word, that they may know these things that God hath vouchsafed, 1 Joh. 5. 13. These things have I written unto you, that believe on the name of the Son of God, that ye may know that ye have eternal life, &c. I have written to you that do believe, to you that are effectually called, that you may know that you have eternal life; and how they Are called to these things, this is one end of the word, that they may know these things that God hath vouchsafed, 1 John 5. 13. These things have I written unto you, that believe on the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have Eternal life, etc. I have written to you that do believe, to you that Are effectually called, that you may know that you have Eternal life; cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, d vbz crd n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi d n2 cst np1 vhz vvn, crd np1 crd crd np1 n2 vhb pns11 vvn p-acp pn22, cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vmb vvi cst pn22 vhb j n1, av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 cst vdb vvi, p-acp pn22 cst vbr av-j vvn, cst pn22 vmb vvi cst pn22 vhb j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 427 Page 8
4986 you have it, but I would faine have you know that you have it: Now the Word is a sure Word that will not faile us. you have it, but I would feign have you know that you have it: Now the Word is a sure Word that will not fail us. pn22 vhb pn31, cc-acp pns11 vmd av-j vhi pn22 vvb cst pn22 vhb pn31: av dt n1 vbz dt j n1 cst vmb xx vvi pno12. (7) treatise (DIV2) 427 Page 8
4987 Fiftly, Because the soul of a man, it hath the power of reflection in it, and it is able to reflect upon it self, and know what it self doth, and what it self hath; Fifty, Because the soul of a man, it hath the power of reflection in it, and it is able to reflect upon it self, and know what it self does, and what it self hath; ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 n1, cc vvb r-crq pn31 n1 vdz, cc r-crq pn31 n1 vhz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4988 the soul of a man is a reflective being, and reflects upon its own bosom, whereby it is privy to what it thinks, the soul of a man is a reflective being, and reflects upon its own bosom, whereby it is privy to what it thinks, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j vbg, cc vvz p-acp po31 d n1, c-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4989 and what it saith, and what passages there be therein, 1 Cor. 2. 11. What man (saith he) knoweth the things of a man, and what it Says, and what passages there be therein, 1 Cor. 2. 11. What man (Says he) Knoweth the things of a man, cc r-crq pn31 vvz, cc r-crq n2 pc-acp vbi av, crd np1 crd crd q-crq n1 (vvz pns31) vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4990 but the spirit of a man? the spirit of a man that is in him, knows the things that be in a man, it is privy to its own affaires, but the Spirit of a man? the Spirit of a man that is in him, knows the things that be in a man, it is privy to its own affairs, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, vvz dt n2 cst vbb p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz j p-acp po31 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4991 as it is with wickedness, so it is with good actions and thoughts: as it is with wickedness, so it is with good actions and thoughts: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp j n2 cc n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4992 now for wicked courses, we see that the conscience is privy to what sins and corruptions are in a man, now for wicked courses, we see that the conscience is privy to what Sins and corruptions Are in a man, av p-acp j n2, pns12 vvb cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp r-crq n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4993 as S•l•m•n told Shimei, thou knowest all the wickedness which thy heart is privy to, that th•• didst to David my Father; thou knowest it, thy heart is privy to it, thou canst reflect upon thine own bosome, as S•l•m•n told Shimei, thou Knowest all the wickedness which thy heart is privy to, that th•• didst to David my Father; thou Knowest it, thy heart is privy to it, thou Canst reflect upon thine own bosom, c-acp j vvd np1, pns21 vv2 av-d dt n1 r-crq po21 n1 vbz j p-acp, cst n1 vdd2 p-acp np1 po11 n1; pns21 vv2 pn31, po21 n1 vbz j p-acp pn31, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4994 and canst tell what wretched speeches thou didst speak, thou art able to utter them in order, and Canst tell what wretched Speeches thou didst speak, thou art able to utter them in order, cc vm2 vvi r-crq j n2 pns21 vdd2 vvi, pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4995 as thou art privy to it, as Solomon saith, Eccl. 7 22. oftentimes thine own heart knoweth ▪ that thou thy self likewise hast cursed others; as thou art privy to it, as Solomon Says, Ecclesiastes 7 22. oftentimes thine own heart Knoweth ▪ that thou thy self likewise hast cursed Others; c-acp pns21 vb2r j p-acp pn31, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd av po21 d n1 vvz ▪ cst pns21 po21 n1 av vh2 j-vvn n2-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4996 he speaks of one that hath cursed, thy own heart knows that thou hast done it saith he; he speaks of one that hath cursed, thy own heart knows that thou hast done it Says he; pns31 vvz pp-f pi cst vhz vvn, po21 d n1 vvz cst pns21 vh2 vdn pn31 vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4997 so it is in good actions, and things that are in a man, a mans heart is privy to it; so it is in good actions, and things that Are in a man, a men heart is privy to it; av pn31 vbz p-acp j n2, cc n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, dt ng1 n1 vbz j p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4998 if a man obey the call of God, how can a man do it, but he must know that he is effectually called? If a man do mourn for his sins, if a man obey the call of God, how can a man do it, but he must know that he is effectually called? If a man do mourn for his Sins, cs dt n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb pn31, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn? cs dt n1 vdb vvi p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
4999 and grieve for his iniquities, the heart knows its own bitterness, it is able to reflect upon what it self doth; and grieve for his iniquities, the heart knows its own bitterness, it is able to reflect upon what it self does; cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 vvz po31 d n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq pn31 n1 vdz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
5000 so if a man do desire grace, and hunger and thirst after righteousness, and pant after the living God, he is able to say I do this, Psal. 42. 1. As the hart pants after the rivers of water, so if a man do desire grace, and hunger and thirst After righteousness, and pant After the living God, he is able to say I do this, Psalm 42. 1. As the heart pants After the Rivers of water, av cs dt n1 vdb vvi n1, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt j-vvg np1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pns11 vdb d, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
5001 so doth my soul pant after thee O G••; his own heart shall be able to reflect upon it, if thou humble thy soul, so does my soul pant After thee Oh G••; his own heart shall be able to reflect upon it, if thou humble thy soul, av vdz po11 n1 vvi p-acp pno21 uh np1; po31 d n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cs pns21 vvb po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
5002 and set thy self to prayer, and approve thy self to God from day to day, look into thy bosom, and Set thy self to prayer, and approve thy self to God from day to day, look into thy bosom, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb p-acp po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
5003 and there thou mayst see it. and there thou Mayest see it. cc a-acp pns21 vm2 vvi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 428 Page 8
5004 But it may be objected then, how is it that those that are effectually called, are very doubtful, and have many questions, But it may be objected then, how is it that those that Are effectually called, Are very doubtful, and have many questions, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, q-crq vbz pn31 cst d cst vbr av-j vvn, vbr av j, cc vhb d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 429 Page 8
5005 and are uncertaine whether they are called or no? if it be so; and Are uncertain whither they Are called or no? if it be so; cc vbr j cs pns32 vbr vvn cc dx? cs pn31 vbb av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 429 Page 8
5006 how come these doubts, and troubles, and perplexities that are in the minds of good people that are effectually called of God, how come these doubts, and Troubles, and perplexities that Are in the minds of good people that Are effectually called of God, q-crq vvb d n2, cc n2, cc n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cst vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 429 Page 8
5007 and we find by experience that they were effectually called? and we find by experience that they were effectually called? cc pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cst pns32 vbdr av-j vvn? (7) treatise (DIV2) 429 Page 8
5008 I answer, first we must know, that though the knowledge of a mans calling may be had, I answer, First we must know, that though the knowledge of a men calling may be had, pns11 vvb, ord pns12 vmb vvi, cst cs dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vmb vbi vhn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 8
5009 yet it is had by degrees, it is a gradual knowledge; yet it is had by Degrees, it is a gradual knowledge; av pn31 vbz vhd p-acp n2, pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 8
5010 a man cannot know it all at first dash, God doth not manifest his favour and love all at once to his people; a man cannot know it all At First dash, God does not manifest his favour and love all At once to his people; dt n1 vmbx vvi pn31 d p-acp ord n1, np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n1 cc vvi d p-acp a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 8
5011 and when he gives it, he doth not presently tell a man what he gives him, and when he gives it, he does not presently tell a man what he gives him, cc c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 8
5012 though there be wayes for him to know it, and find it out; yet the Lord doth not open himself to his people all at the first; though there be ways for him to know it, and find it out; yet the Lord does not open himself to his people all At the First; cs pc-acp vbb n2 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31 av; av dt n1 vdz xx vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1 av-d p-acp dt ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 8
5013 nay, he doth not so to his own Son Christ Jesus, in respect of his humanity, nay, he does not so to his own Son christ jesus, in respect of his humanity, uh, pns31 vdz xx av p-acp po31 d n1 np1 np1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 8
5014 as he grew in stature and wisdom, so he grew in favour with God, Luk. 2. 52. The divine nature manifested it self more and more to his humane; as he grew in stature and Wisdom, so he grew in favour with God, Luk. 2. 52. The divine nature manifested it self more and more to his humane; c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, av pns31 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt j-jn n1 vvd pn31 n1 av-dc cc av-dc p-acp po31 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5015 so God doth manifest his favour and love; and openeth himself to his people more and more; so God does manifest his favour and love; and Openeth himself to his people more and more; av np1 vdz vvi po31 n1 cc n1; cc vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1 av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5016 according as they grow in goodness, they grow in this knowledge, as they are more and more pure in heart, the more do they see God, according as they grow in Goodness, they grow in this knowledge, as they Are more and more pure in heart, the more do they see God, vvg c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1, pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, c-acp pns32 vbr av-dc cc av-dc j p-acp n1, dt n1 vdb pns32 vvb np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5017 and Gods goodness to them, and what God hath done for them; and God's Goodness to them, and what God hath done for them; cc ng1 n1 p-acp pno32, cc r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5018 this knowledge, though it be to be had, yet it is to be had by degrees, this knowledge, though it be to be had, yet it is to be had by Degrees, d n1, cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vbi vhn, av pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5019 and the people of God have it not all in one degree; some have it in a higher degree, and some in a lower; and the people of God have it not all in one degree; Some have it in a higher degree, and Some in a lower; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb pn31 xx av-d p-acp crd n1; d vhb pn31 p-acp dt jc n1, cc d p-acp dt jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5020 but every man hath some of this knowledge that he is called of God; but every man hath Some of this knowledge that he is called of God; cc-acp d n1 vhz d pp-f d n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5021 it is impossible that a man should be effectually called, and be wholly, and totally ignorant of it. it is impossible that a man should be effectually called, and be wholly, and totally ignorant of it. pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 vmd vbi av-j vvn, cc vbi av-jn, cc av-j j pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 430 Page 9
5022 Secondly, As this knowledge is gradual ▪ so it is experimental; a man knows that he is called by experience, chiefly and mainly; Secondly, As this knowledge is gradual ▪ so it is experimental; a man knows that he is called by experience, chiefly and mainly; ord, c-acp d n1 vbz j-jn ▪ av pn31 vbz j; dt n1 vvz cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, av-jn cc av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5023 as when a man knows by experience, that he comes to God and draws near to God, as when a man knows by experience, that he comes to God and draws near to God, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1 cc vvz av-j p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5024 and that he doth abstract himself from the world, and worldly wayes and practises, and layes aside more and more the carnal wayes of men, and that he does abstract himself from the world, and worldly ways and practises, and lays aside more and more the carnal ways of men, cc cst pns31 vdz vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cc j n2 cc n2, cc vvz av av-dc cc av-dc dt j n2 pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5025 and doth approach nearer and nearer unto the things of God in Christ: and does approach nearer and nearer unto the things of God in christ: cc vdz vvi jc cc av-jc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5026 if a man hath experience of these things, he comes now to say God hath effectually called me, if a man hath experience of these things, he comes now to say God hath effectually called me, cs dt n1 vhz n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vvz av pc-acp vvi np1 vhz av-j vvn pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5027 and hath been pleased to do me good; and hath been pleased to do me good; cc vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vdi pno11 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5028 when he finds this by experience, that these things •re wrought in him then he can conclude this: when he finds this by experience, that these things •re wrought in him then he can conclude this: c-crq pns31 vvz d p-acp n1, cst d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vmb vvi d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5029 at the first he was like a man in a vision, he could hardly believe that God had effectually called him; At the First he was like a man in a vision, he could hardly believe that God had effectually called him; p-acp dt ord pns31 vbds av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmd av vvi cst np1 vhd av-j vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5030 as it was with Peter, when the Angel delivered him out of prison, he was as one that had seen a vision, he had not thought it had been a real thing, he could not tell what to make of it, Act. 12. 11. but when he came to himself, now saith he I know of a surety that the Lord hath sent his Angel, as it was with Peter, when the Angel Delivered him out of prison, he was as one that had seen a vision, he had not Thought it had been a real thing, he could not tell what to make of it, Act. 12. 11. but when he Come to himself, now Says he I know of a surety that the Lord hath sent his Angel, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 av pp-f n1, pns31 vbds a-acp pi cst vhd vvn dt n1, pns31 vhd xx vvn pn31 vhd vbn dt j n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, n1 crd crd p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31, av vvz pns31 pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1 cst dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5031 and delivered me out of prison. and Delivered me out of prison. cc vvd pno11 av pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5032 At first, he could not tell what to make of it, but afterwards, when he saw he was in the streets, At First, he could not tell what to make of it, but afterwards, when he saw he was in the streets, p-acp ord, pns31 vmd xx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, cc-acp av, c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vbds p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5033 and that the iron gate opened to him of its own accord; now saith he, I know of a surety, that the Lord hath sent his Angel, and delivered me. and that the iron gate opened to him of its own accord; now Says he, I know of a surety, that the Lord hath sent his Angel, and Delivered me. cc cst dt n1 n1 vvd p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 d n1; av vvz pns31, pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvd pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5034 So it is with the people of God; So it is with the people of God; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5035 at first, when they hear something from the Father, they know not what to make of this call at the first; At First, when they hear something from the Father, they know not what to make of this call At the First; p-acp ord, c-crq pns32 vvb pi p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f d vvb p-acp dt ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5036 but afterwards, when they come to see this lust, and that lust fall off; and these and these heavenly works in their souls; but afterwards, when they come to see this lust, and that lust fallen off; and these and these heavenly works in their Souls; cc-acp av, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, cc d n1 vvi a-acp; cc d cc d j n2 p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5037 they now know of a surety that God hath sent his Spirit into their souls, they now know of a surety that God hath sent his Spirit into their Souls, pns32 av vvb pp-f dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5038 and delivered them from sins, and Satan, and hell, and damnation, &c. At first they were like dreamers, they were not able to say, and Delivered them from Sins, and Satan, and hell, and damnation, etc. At First they were like dreamers, they were not able to say, cc vvd pno32 p-acp n2, cc np1, cc n1, cc n1, av p-acp ord pns32 vbdr av-j n2, pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5039 whether they were called or no; whither they were called or no; cs pns32 vbdr vvn cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5040 as the children of Israel, when they were delivered out of captivity, they could hardly believe it at first, Psal. 126. 1. When the Lord turned away the captivity of Zion, we were as those that dreamed, we could hardly perswade our selves, that God had delivered us out of captivity, with such a mercy, as the children of Israel, when they were Delivered out of captivity, they could hardly believe it At First, Psalm 126. 1. When the Lord turned away the captivity of Zion, we were as those that dreamed, we could hardly persuade our selves, that God had Delivered us out of captivity, with such a mercy, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn av pp-f n1, pns32 vmd av vvi pn31 p-acp ord, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvd av dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbdr p-acp d cst vvd, pns12 vmd av vvi po12 n2, cst np1 vhd vvn pno12 av pp-f n1, p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5041 so great a favour, so unlikely, so improbable, it could never enter into their hearts almost; so great a favour, so unlikely, so improbable, it could never enter into their hearts almost; av j dt n1, av j, av j, pn31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp po32 n2 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5042 we were like those that dreamed; we were like those that dreamed; pns12 vbdr av-j d cst vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5043 but when they saw they were in Jerusalem, and were helped, and assisted, and heard the Gentiles talke of it, but when they saw they were in Jerusalem, and were helped, and assisted, and herd the Gentiles talk of it, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr p-acp np1, cc vbdr vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd dt n2-j n1 pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5044 and all the people runne up and down when they saw it was so, and had experience of it, and all the people run up and down when they saw it was so, and had experience of it, cc d dt n1 vvb a-acp cc a-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pn31 vbds av, cc vhd n1 pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5045 then they saw God had done it indeed, and did believe it; then they saw God had done it indeed, and did believe it; cs pns32 vvd np1 vhd vdn pn31 av, cc vdd vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5046 so when a man is first effectually called to come out of his sins, the Lord knocks off his bolts, so when a man is First effectually called to come out of his Sins, the Lord knocks off his bolts, av c-crq dt n1 vbz ord av-j vvn pc-acp vvi av pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 vvz a-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5047 and plucks him out of the jaile of hell, and sets him as it were in Jerusalem, he is at first as a man that dreams, he can hardly believe it is so; and plucks him out of the jail of hell, and sets him as it were in Jerusalem, he is At First as a man that dreams, he can hardly believe it is so; cc vvz pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz pno31 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp np1, pns31 vbz p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 cst n2, pns31 vmb av vvi pn31 vbz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5048 as it was with David, when God called him to be King, he could hardly believe it, it could hardly enter into his heart, that he should be King over Israel; especially being dayly persecuteed by Saul, and calamities heaping up themselves against him, he could not conclude it; as it was with David, when God called him to be King, he could hardly believe it, it could hardly enter into his heart, that he should be King over Israel; especially being daily persecuteed by Saul, and calamities heaping up themselves against him, he could not conclude it; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi n1, pns31 vmd av vvi pn31, pn31 vmd av vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi n1 p-acp np1; av-j vbg j n1 p-acp np1, cc n2 vvg p-acp px32 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5049 but when the Lord had set him in his Kingdome, and given him victory over his enemies, now (saith he) I know that the Lord saveth his anointed; but when the Lord had Set him in his Kingdom, and given him victory over his enemies, now (Says he) I know that the Lord Saveth his anointed; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvn pno31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, av (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb cst dt n1 vvz po31 vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5050 now he could speak it, and found it by experience, that the Lord had made him his anointed, now he could speak it, and found it by experience, that the Lord had made him his anointed, av pns31 vmd vvi pn31, cc vvd pn31 p-acp n1, cst dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 po31 j-vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5051 and saved and delivered him from all his enemies; and saved and Delivered him from all his enemies; cc vvd cc vvd pno31 p-acp d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 9
5052 before he was ready to deny it, and say Samuel was a lyar, he had anointed him to be King, but I said in my hast all men are lyars, but when he had experience of it, now (saith he) I know that the Lord hath saved his anointed. before he was ready to deny it, and say Samuel was a liar, he had anointed him to be King, but I said in my haste all men Are liars, but when he had experience of it, now (Says he) I know that the Lord hath saved his anointed. c-acp pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi np1 vbds dt n1, pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi n1, p-acp pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1 d n2 vbr n2, p-acp c-crq pns31 vhd n1 pp-f pn31, av (vvz pns31) pns11 vvb cst dt n1 vhz vvn po31 j-vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 431 Page 10
5053 Thirdly, As the knowledge of effectual calling is gradual and experimental, so likewise it is very spiritual, it is a marvellous spiritual work, Thirdly, As the knowledge of effectual calling is gradual and experimental, so likewise it is very spiritual, it is a marvellous spiritual work, ord, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg vbz j-jn cc j, av av pn31 vbz av j, pn31 vbz dt j j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5054 and therefore no marvel though it be something insensible; and Therefore no marvel though it be something insensible; cc av dx n1 cs pn31 vbb pi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5055 indeed there be things in it, which are very sencible and conspicuous as may be, a reprobate may be galled at a Sermon, he may have his eyes broad open to see his sins and iniquities, indeed there be things in it, which Are very sensible and conspicuous as may be, a Reprobate may be galled At a Sermon, he may have his eyes broad open to see his Sins and iniquities, av pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq vbr av j cc j c-acp vmb vbi, dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vhi po31 n2 j j pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5056 and may be wonderfully wrought upon, and may have the sencible work of vocation, by the very Spirit of God; and may be wonderfully wrought upon, and may have the sensible work of vocation, by the very Spirit of God; cc vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp, cc vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5057 but the very specificalness of it, whereby this effectual calling doth differ from all other callings; but the very specificalness of it, whereby this effectual calling does differ from all other callings; cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq d j n-vvg vdz vvi p-acp d j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5058 this is a marvelous Spiritual thing, and therefore no wonder that it is insencible sometimes, and many of the people of God, feare they have it not; this is a marvelous Spiritual thing, and Therefore no wonder that it is insensible sometime, and many of the people of God, Fear they have it not; d vbz dt j j n1, cc av dx n1 cst pn31 vbz j av, cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pns32 vhb pn31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5059 these things may be done in the soul of a man, and a man not know it, these things may be done in the soul of a man, and a man not know it, d n2 vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 xx vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5060 and yet it may seem strange, that the eyes of the blind should be opened, and yet it may seem strange, that the eyes of the blind should be opened, cc av pn31 vmb vvi j, cst dt n2 pp-f dt j vmd vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5061 and the feet of the lame should walk, and the dead should be raised, and the devils should be cast out! and the feet of the lame should walk, and the dead should be raised, and the Devils should be cast out! cc dt n2 pp-f dt j vmd vvi, cc dt j vmd vbi vvn, cc dt n2 vmd vbi vvn av! (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5062 it is strange I say, that these things should be done in a mans soul, and yet the man in whose soul they are done, should be ignorant of them; it is strange I say, that these things should be done in a men soul, and yet the man in whose soul they Are done, should be ignorant of them; pn31 vbz j pns11 vvb, cst d n2 vmd vbi vdn p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc av dt n1 p-acp rg-crq n1 pns32 vbr vdn, vmd vbi j pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5063 it is a strange thing, but the works of the Spirit are wonderful secret, the actions of the Spirit are very invisible; it is a strange thing, but the works of the Spirit Are wondered secret, the actions of the Spirit Are very invisible; pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j n-jn, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5064 when a man humbles himself, and prayes, and mournes, these are sencible, he knows what they are; when a man humbles himself, and prays, and mourns, these Are sensible, he knows what they Are; c-crq dt n1 vvz px31, cc vvz, cc vvz, d vbr j, pns31 vvz r-crq pns32 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5065 many talke of hunger, and thirst, and reformation, &c. But to see the saving, sanctifying, gracious work of God in these things, that is a marvelous hard thing to find this, many talk of hunger, and thirst, and Reformation, etc. But to see the Saving, sanctifying, gracious work of God in these things, that is a marvelous hard thing to find this, d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, av p-acp pc-acp vvi dt vvg, j-vvg, j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, cst vbz dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5066 and it is very spiritual, as Solomon saith, Eccl. 11. 5. As thou knowest not the way of the Spirit, and it is very spiritual, as Solomon Says, Ecclesiastes 11. 5. As thou Knowest not the Way of the Spirit, cc pn31 vbz av j, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp pns21 vv2 xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5067 nor how the bones grow in the womb of a woman that is with child; even so thou knowest not the works of God, who maketh all! nor how the bones grow in the womb of a woman that is with child; even so thou Knowest not the works of God, who makes all! ccx c-crq dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1; av av pns21 vv2 xx dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz d! (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5068 if it be so in natural things, that we know not how the bones of the child grow in the womb, much lesse these things of the Spirit, if it be so in natural things, that we know not how the bones of the child grow in the womb, much less these things of the Spirit, cs pn31 vbb av p-acp j n2, cst pns12 vvb xx c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc d n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5069 so our Saviour Christ saith, Joh. 3. 8. The wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou knowest not whence it cometh, nor whither it goeth; so our Saviour christ Says, John 3. 8. The wind blows where it lists, and thou Knowest not whence it comes, nor whither it Goes; av po12 n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz c-crq pn31 vvz, cc pns21 vv2 xx c-crq pn31 vvz, ccx c-crq pn31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5070 even so is every one that is borne of the Spirit; that is, every one that is effectually called of God; even so is every one that is born of the Spirit; that is, every one that is effectually called of God; av av vbz d pi cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1; cst vbz, d pi cst vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5071 for regeneration is a part of this effectual calling; for regeneration is a part of this effectual calling; p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5072 to be effectually called of God, it is the blowing of the wind, a man knows not whence it cometh nor whither it goeth; to be effectually called of God, it is the blowing of the wind, a man knows not whence it comes nor whither it Goes; pc-acp vbi av-j vvn pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz xx c-crq pn31 vvz ccx c-crq pn31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5073 there is a world of ignorance about the wind, so there is about the workings of Gods holy and heavenly Spirit; there is a world of ignorance about the wind, so there is about the workings of God's holy and heavenly Spirit; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5074 when our Saviour was a working of regeneration in Nicodemus, his heart was at the same time, saying, how can these things be? Christ was working these things in his heart, when our Saviour was a working of regeneration in Nicodemus, his heart was At the same time, saying, how can these things be? christ was working these things in his heart, c-crq po12 n1 vbds dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp np1, po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt d n1, vvg, q-crq vmb d n2 vbi? np1 vbds vvg d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5075 and the very same time when he was questioning, how can these things be? So Gideon, at the very same time when God said unto him, the Lord is with th••, thou mighty man of valour, Judg. 6. 14, •5. and the very same time when he was questioning, how can these things be? So gideon, At the very same time when God said unto him, the Lord is with th••, thou mighty man of valour, Judges 6. 14, •5. cc dt j d n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvg, q-crq vmb d n2 vbi? av np1, p-acp dt j d n1 c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31, dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, pns21 j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5076 Gideon was doubting that the Lord was not with him, and that he had no might nor strength, gideon was doubting that the Lord was not with him, and that he had no might nor strength, np1 vbds vvg cst dt n1 vbds xx p-acp pno31, cc cst pns31 vhd dx n1 ccx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5077 as our Saviour said of the seed that was sown in the ground, Mark. 4. 26. As if a man should cast seed into the ground, as our Saviour said of the seed that was sown in the ground, Mark. 4. 26. As if a man should cast seed into the ground, c-acp po12 n1 vvd pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb. crd crd p-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5078 and sleep night and day, and the seed springeth up and grows, he knows not how: and sleep night and day, and the seed springs up and grows, he knows not how: cc vvi n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 vvz a-acp cc vvz, pns31 vvz xx c-crq: (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5079 so saith he is the Kingdome of God, and as our Saviour saith, so it shall be at the last day, so Says he is the Kingdom of God, and as our Saviour Says, so it shall be At the last day, av vvz pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp po12 n1 vvz, av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt ord n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5080 when Christ shall say come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdome prepared for you, when christ shall say come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, c-crq np1 vmb vvi vvb pn22 vvn pp-f po11 n1, vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5081 for I was hungry, and ye fed me, &c. But marke at the very same time, the righteous that did all this, for I was hungry, and you fed me, etc. But mark At the very same time, the righteous that did all this, c-acp pns11 vbds j, cc pn22 vvd pno11, av p-acp n1 p-acp dt j d n1, dt j cst vdd d d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5082 and our Sauiour Christ did witness to their faces that they had done it, the righteous shall answer, when saw we thee hungry and fed thee? &c. They hardly knew they had done these things, the actions themselves they could not but know of, they knew they had fed and cloathed the poore children of God, and our Saviour christ did witness to their faces that they had done it, the righteous shall answer, when saw we thee hungry and fed thee? etc. They hardly knew they had done these things, the actions themselves they could not but know of, they knew they had fed and clothed the poor children of God, cc po12 n1 np1 vdd vvi p-acp po32 n2 cst pns32 vhd vdn pn31, dt j vmb vvi, c-crq vvd pns12 pno21 j cc vvn pno21? av pns32 av vvd pns32 vhd vdn d n2, dt n2 px32 pns32 vmd xx cc-acp vvi pp-f, pns32 vvd pns32 vhd vvn cc vvn dt j n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5083 but that they did it to Christ, for Christs sake, they could hardly see this; but that they did it to christ, for Christ sake, they could hardly see this; cc-acp cst pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp np1, p-acp npg1 n1, pns32 vmd av vvi d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5084 when did we see thee thus and thus, and did so and so? that they looked at Christ in this, they had hardly so good eyes, hardly so good a heart: when did we see thee thus and thus, and did so and so? that they looked At christ in this, they had hardly so good eyes, hardly so good a heart: q-crq vdd pns12 vvi pno21 av cc av, cc vdd av cc av? cst pns32 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp d, pns32 vhd av av j n2, av av j dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5085 so I might instance in more, I say the works of God, they are marvelous spiritual, so I might instance in more, I say the works of God, they Are marvelous spiritual, av pns11 vmd n1 p-acp av-dc, pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr j j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5086 and of a wonderful subtil substance; and of a wondered subtle substance; cc pp-f dt j j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5087 they may be wrought in the soul of a man, and yet a man may be something doubting, they may be wrought in the soul of a man, and yet a man may be something doubting, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av dt n1 vmb vbi pi vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 10
5088 and questioning whether they be wrought in him yea, or no; nay, a man may be afraid they are not. and questioning whither they be wrought in him yea, or no; nay, a man may be afraid they Are not. cc vvg cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pno31 uh, cc av-dx; uh-x, dt n1 vmb vbi j pns32 vbr xx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 432 Page 11
5089 Fourthly, Another reason is, because the knowledge of a mans effectual calling may be very much hindered for a time, partly in regard of loathness of heart to leave some lust, Fourthly, another reason is, Because the knowledge of a men effectual calling may be very much hindered for a time, partly in regard of loathness of heart to leave Some lust, ord, j-jn n1 vbz, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n1 vmb vbi av av-d vvn p-acp dt n1, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5090 though a mans heart may be subdued, and humbled for the maine; yet there may be a great deal of holding back; though a men heart may be subdued, and humbled for the main; yet there may be a great deal of holding back; cs dt ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j; av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f vvg av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5091 though a man cannot stand out in sin as the wicked do, yet there may be a great deal of backwardness, though a man cannot stand out in since as the wicked doe, yet there may be a great deal of backwardness, cs dt n1 vmbx vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5092 and unmortifiedness in the children of God, and conscience may see it; now when conscience seeth it, conscience will hide effectual calling from a man, and object; and unmortifiedness in the children of God, and conscience may see it; now when conscience sees it, conscience will hide effectual calling from a man, and Object; cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc n1 vmb vvi pn31; av c-crq n1 vvz pn31, n1 vmb vvi j n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5093 how can you say you are effectually called, when you are so borne down with such a lust, how can you say you Are effectually called, when you Are so born down with such a lust, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi pn22 vbr av-j vvn, c-crq pn22 vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5094 and hanker so much after it? now if our own hearts condemn us, God is greater then our hearts, and hanker so much After it? now if our own hearts condemn us, God is greater then our hearts, cc vvi av av-d c-acp pn31? av cs po12 d n2 vvb pno12, np1 vbz jc cs po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5095 and shall condemn us? much more; and shall condemn us? much more; cc vmb vvi pno12? av-d av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5096 it is a pitiful thing, when a mans own heart shall condemn him, and his own conscience shall be questioning whether he be right or no: it is a pitiful thing, when a men own heart shall condemn him, and his own conscience shall be questioning whither he be right or no: pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq dt ng1 d n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc po31 d n1 vmb vbi vvg cs pns31 vbb j-jn cc dx: (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5097 sometimes it falls out thus, even those that are called; sometime it falls out thus, even those that Are called; av pn31 vvz av av, av d cst vbr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5098 yet in regard of unmortifiedness, there is such a deale of matter that the conscience hath to object, that a man cannot believe indeed, yet in regard of unmortifiedness, there is such a deal of matter that the conscience hath to Object, that a man cannot believe indeed, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1 cst dt n1 vhz p-acp n1, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5099 and soundly, that he is effectually called: and soundly, that he is effectually called: cc av-j, cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5100 for at first when Christ comes into the soul, before it hath gotten the mastery and victory, the Spirit doth work exceedingly in the dark, for At First when christ comes into the soul, before it hath got the mastery and victory, the Spirit does work exceedingly in the dark, c-acp p-acp ord c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 vdz vvi av-vvg p-acp dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5101 as when it works poverty of spirit, sorrow for sin, endeavour to leave all sin, hatred and detestation of a mans own wayes; as when it works poverty of Spirit, sorrow for since, endeavour to leave all since, hatred and detestation of a men own ways; c-acp c-crq pn31 vvz n1 pp-f n1, n1 p-acp n1, vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5102 loathing of a mans own self, shame, confusion before Gods footstoole; loathing of a men own self, shame, confusion before God's footstool; vvg pp-f dt ng1 d n1, n1, n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5103 there is such a smoak in the soul, where the Spirit doth these, that a man cannot see them; there is such a smoke in the soul, where the Spirit does these, that a man cannot see them; pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz d, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5104 as if a man be working in a smoaky house, though he work excellent things, a man can hardly perceive what he doth; as if a man be working in a smoky house, though he work excellent things, a man can hardly perceive what he does; c-acp cs dt n1 vbb vvg p-acp dt j n1, cs pns31 vvb j n2, dt n1 vmb av vvi r-crq pns31 vdz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5105 so there is such a deal of smoak in the heart, such a deal of corruption stirring, that it hides the sight of the work of God from a man, so there is such a deal of smoke in the heart, such a deal of corruption stirring, that it hides the sighed of the work of God from a man, av a-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5106 yet the work of God goeth along; yet the work of God Goes along; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5107 as suppose two armies in a field, and the battel be doubtful, the guns fly off, as suppose two armies in a field, and the battle be doubtful, the guns fly off, c-acp vvb crd n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbb j, dt n2 vvb a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5108 and the swords clatter, and the dust ariseth, and there is such a confusion, that neither themselves nor others, know which way the battel will go, and the swords clatter, and the dust arises, and there is such a confusion, that neither themselves nor Others, know which Way the battle will go, cc dt ng1 n1, cc dt n1 vvz, cc pc-acp vbz d dt n1, cst dx px32 cc n2-jn, vvb r-crq n1 dt n1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5109 but sometimes some fall on one side, and sometimes some on the other side; but sometime Some fallen on one side, and sometime Some on the other side; cc-acp av d n1 p-acp crd n1, cc av d p-acp dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5110 and if a man should stand on an hill, and see this battle, he cannot tell on which side it will be; and if a man should stand on an hill, and see this battle, he cannot tell on which side it will be; cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi d n1, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vmb vbi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5111 sometimes he thinks it will be on this side, and by and by, it is turned on the other side; sometime he thinks it will be on this side, and by and by, it is turned on the other side; av pns31 vvz pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1, cc p-acp cc a-acp, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5112 and so while it is doubtful, it cannot be determined and concluded on which side the victory will fall. and so while it is doubtful, it cannot be determined and concluded on which side the victory will fallen. cc av cs pn31 vbz j, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vmb vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5113 So it is with the war between the flesh and the spirit, the war is very doubtful before the odds begin, So it is with the war between the Flesh and the Spirit, the war is very doubtful before the odds begin, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 vbz av j p-acp dt n2 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5114 for there is a great deal of evenness at first; for there is a great deal of evenness At First; c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5115 nay, the Spirit seems to be the weaker side, and the flesh to be the stronger, nay, the Spirit seems to be the Weaker side, and the Flesh to be the Stronger, uh, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt jc n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt jc, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5116 and there are many falls and foiles given to the soul, and the flesh is too strong; and there Are many falls and foils given to the soul, and the Flesh is too strong; cc pc-acp vbr d n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5117 afterwards, it begins to be something equal, and the battel to be poyzed; afterwards, it begins to be something equal, and the battle to be poised; av, pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi pi j-jn, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5118 now while the battel is so doubtful, a man cannot tell on which side the victory will be, now while the battle is so doubtful, a man cannot tell on which side the victory will be, av cs dt n1 vbz av j, dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vmb vbi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5119 whether on the spirits side, or on the fleshes side; whether on graces side, or on sinnes side; whither on the spirits side, or on the Fleshes side; whither on graces side, or on Sins side; cs p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp dt n2 n1; cs p-acp ng1 n1, cc p-acp ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5120 but when the warfare is accomplished (I do not mean perfectly, for that will never be in this life) a man may then see on which side the victory will go; but when the warfare is accomplished (I do not mean perfectly, for that will never be in this life) a man may then see on which side the victory will go; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn (pns11 vdb xx vvi av-j, c-acp d vmb av-x vbi p-acp d n1) dt n1 vmb av vvi p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5121 a man may see ten thousand corruptions lie dead, with their throats cut, and the Spirit standing triumphing and conquering more and more, we may now see which way the victory will go; a man may see ten thousand corruptions lie dead, with their throats Cut, and the Spirit standing triumphing and conquering more and more, we may now see which Way the victory will go; dt n1 vmb vvi crd crd n2 vvb j, p-acp po32 n2 vvn, cc dt n1 vvg vvg cc j-vvg n1 cc av-dc, pns12 vmb av vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5122 the Spirit reigns, and grace reigns, and humility reigns, and heavenly mindedness reigns, and all the graces of Gods Spirit have dominion over the whole man. the Spirit reigns, and grace reigns, and humility reigns, and heavenly Mindedness reigns, and all the graces of God's Spirit have dominion over the Whole man. dt n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, cc j n1 vvz, cc d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vhb n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 433 Page 11
5123 Another reason, why the knowledge of effectual calling is hindered, is because of ignorance; another reason, why the knowledge of effectual calling is hindered, is Because of ignorance; j-jn n1, q-crq dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg vbz vvn, vbz p-acp pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 11
5124 a child is a man, though he doth not know it, so it is with a man that is a new beginner in Religion, he is a new man, a child is a man, though he does not know it, so it is with a man that is a new beginner in Religion, he is a new man, dt n1 vbz dt n1, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 11
5125 though he doth not know it, he hath that in him, that let him have but time, let him but grow, he will quickly be able to look upon it, though he does not know it, he hath that in him, that let him have but time, let him but grow, he will quickly be able to look upon it, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31, pns31 vhz d p-acp pno31, cst vvb pno31 vhi p-acp n1, vvb pno31 p-acp vvi, pns31 vmb av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 11
5126 and be able to see what it is; and be able to see what it is; cc vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 11
5127 so it is with the people of God, they are at first very ignorant what God hath given them, so it is with the people of God, they Are At First very ignorant what God hath given them, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr p-acp ord av j r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 11
5128 as the Apostle prayeth for the Ephesians, Eph. 1. 17. that God would let them be no longer children, as the Apostle Prayeth for the Ephesians, Ephesians 1. 17. that God would let them be no longer children, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt np1, np1 crd crd cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 vbi dx jc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 11
5129 but that God would open the eyes of their understanding, that they might know what the hope of their calling was, that he would let them know what he had given them; but that God would open the eyes of their understanding, that they might know what the hope of their calling was, that he would let them know what he had given them; cc-acp cst np1 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg vbds, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 12
5130 they hardly knew what they had at the first, they had an effectual calling from God, they hardly knew what they had At the First, they had an effectual calling from God, pns32 av vvd r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp dt ord, pns32 vhd dt j n-vvg p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 12
5131 and they had a thousand hopes; and they had a thousand hope's; cc pns32 vhd dt crd n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 12
5132 they might hope to be strengthened against corruptions, to be delivered in six troubles, and in seaven; they might hope to be strengthened against corruptions, to be Delivered in six Troubles, and in seaven; pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd n2, cc p-acp crd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 12
5133 they might hope when they died, to be translated into the Kingdome of immortallity and glory for evermore: they might hope when they died, to be translated into the Kingdom of immortality and glory for evermore: pns32 vmd vvi c-crq pns32 vvd, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 12
5134 they had this hope, now (saith he) the Lord of heaven and earth, open the eyes of your understanding, that you may see the hope of your calling, they had this hope, now (Says he) the Lord of heaven and earth, open the eyes of your understanding, that you may see the hope of your calling, pns32 vhd d n1, av (vvz pns31) dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 12
5135 and the exceeding riches of those things that God hath bestowed upon you. and the exceeding riches of those things that God hath bestowed upon you. cc dt j-vvg n2 pp-f d n2 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22. (7) treatise (DIV2) 434 Page 12
5136 Againe they may be ignorant of the voyce of the Spirit, they do not understand the Spirits language, Again they may be ignorant of the voice of the Spirit, they do not understand the Spirits language, av pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vdb xx vvi dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5137 when a child of God is first effectually called, he comes into a new world, when a child of God is First effectually called, he comes into a new world, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz ord av-j vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5138 and meets with a new language, he is a Barbarian to it, and that is barbarous to him, he cannot understand the language of the Spirit; and meets with a new language, he is a Barbarian to it, and that is barbarous to him, he cannot understand the language of the Spirit; cc vvz p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz dt j-jn p-acp pn31, cc d vbz j p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5139 the Spirit speaks many comfortable things, and there are many works of the Spirit, whereby the Spirit doth speak to a man for his comfort and consolation; the Spirit speaks many comfortable things, and there Are many works of the Spirit, whereby the Spirit does speak to a man for his Comfort and consolation; dt n1 vvz d j n2, cc pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5140 if he could take them as a man that comes into a strange Countrey, he lives a very uncomfortable life at first, he hears them speak, but he cannot understand them; if he could take them as a man that comes into a strange Country, he lives a very uncomfortable life At First, he hears them speak, but he cannot understand them; cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz dt j j n1 p-acp ord, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi, cc-acp pns31 vmbx vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5141 they speak strange language, he cannot tell what to make of it; they speak strange language, he cannot tell what to make of it; pns32 vvb j n1, pns31 vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5142 but the longer he is there, he comes to understand such a word, and then such a word, but the longer he is there, he comes to understand such a word, and then such a word, cc-acp dt av-jc pns31 vbz a-acp, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d dt n1, cc av d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5143 and it may be a sentence now and then; and so in the end, he understands them plainly: and it may be a sentence now and then; and so in the end, he understands them plainly: cc pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 av cc av; cc av p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz pno32 av-j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5144 so at the first, when God calls his people into a new world, the Spirit speaks many things to them, so At the First, when God calls his people into a new world, the Spirit speaks many things to them, av p-acp dt ord, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vvz d n2 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5145 but yet i• is in an unknown tongue, it is gibberish to them, they cannot tell what to make of it, but yet i• is in an unknown tongue, it is gibberish to them, they cannot tell what to make of it, cc-acp av n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5146 but when they come to understand the dialect, they come to rejoyce. but when they come to understand the dialect, they come to rejoice. cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 435 Page 12
5147 Againe, the children of God are ignorant of the work of grace, they think certainly, never could any of the children of God that were aright, be•n that estate that I am, they never find their hearts so like a log in prayer; Again, the children of God Are ignorant of the work of grace, they think Certainly, never could any of the children of God that were aright, be•n that estate that I am, they never find their hearts so like a log in prayer; av, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb av-j, av-x vmd d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vbdr av, av cst n1 cst pns11 vbm, pns32 av-x vvb po32 n2 av av-j dt n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 436 Page 12
5148 when I go to the Sacrament, sometimes I behave my self like a block, and cannot behave my self in any competent manner as I ought; when I go to the Sacrament, sometime I behave my self like a block, and cannot behave my self in any competent manner as I ought; c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, av pns11 vvi po11 n1 av-j dt n1, cc vmbx vvi po11 n1 p-acp d j n1 c-acp pns11 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 436 Page 12
5149 certainly none of Gods people can be thus an I am; Certainly none of God's people can be thus an I am; av-j pi pp-f npg1 n1 vmb vbi av cs pns11 vbm; (7) treatise (DIV2) 436 Page 12
5150 they are ignorant what may be in the people of God, what may stand with the truth of God, they Are ignorant what may be in the people of God, what may stand with the truth of God, pns32 vbr j r-crq vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 436 Page 12
5151 and so they question their estate, and conditions out of ignorance; afterwards when they come to more experience, and finde the wayes of God in them, and so they question their estate, and conditions out of ignorance; afterwards when they come to more experience, and find the ways of God in them, cc av pns32 vvb po32 n1, cc n2 av pp-f n1; av c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dc n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 436 Page 12
5152 and come to have a knowledge of their owne corruptions, and of the goodness of God in purging them out more and more; and come to have a knowledge of their own corruptions, and of the Goodness of God in purging them out more and more; cc vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pno32 av av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 436 Page 12
5153 in the end they are able to speak it to Gods glory, and their own consolation. in the end they Are able to speak it to God's glory, and their own consolation. p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp npg1 n1, cc po32 d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 436 Page 12
5154 Againe, the knowledge of a mans effectual calling may be hindered by being unresolved of a mans Christian liberty, Again, the knowledge of a men effectual calling may be hindered by being unresolved of a men Christian liberty, av, dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n-vvg vmb vbi vvn p-acp vbg j pp-f dt ng1 njp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5155 when there be Christian liberties that a man hath need of every day; and yet notwithstanding a man is not resolved upon it, many a man thinks verily, when there be Christian Liberties that a man hath need of every day; and yet notwithstanding a man is not resolved upon it, many a man thinks verily, c-crq pc-acp vbi np1 n2 cst dt n1 vhz n1 pp-f d n1; cc av p-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pn31, d dt n1 vvz av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5156 if he should finde any delight in the good creatures of God, if he should be merry or chearful at any time, if he should find any delight in the good creatures of God, if he should be merry or cheerful At any time, cs pns31 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, cs pns31 vmd vbi j cc j p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5157 if he should be talking of his calling in the world, and speak of it in his communication, and follow his calling diligently; if he should be talking of his calling in the world, and speak of it in his communication, and follow his calling diligently; cs pns31 vmd vbi vvg pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n-vvg av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5158 if he should be angry, and let bitter words fly at any time, though his nature make him so; if he should be angry, and let bitter words fly At any time, though his nature make him so; cs pns31 vmd vbi j, cc vvb j n2 vvb p-acp d n1, cs po31 n1 vvi pno31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5159 he thinks verily, and concludes that he hath no grace, he is a very worldly carnal man, he savours of these things here below, he savours of the creature, and he is carnally merry; he thinks verily, and concludes that he hath no grace, he is a very worldly carnal man, he savours of these things Here below, he savours of the creature, and he is carnally merry; pns31 vvz av-j, cc vvz cst pns31 vhz dx n1, pns31 vbz dt av j j n1, pns31 vvz pp-f d n2 av a-acp, pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vbz av-j j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5160 though a man may take care for outward things moderately, and be chearful, & so for anger a man may be angry, be angry saith the Apostle ••t sin not; now if he be angry at any time, though a man may take care for outward things moderately, and be cheerful, & so for anger a man may be angry, be angry Says the Apostle ••t sin not; now if he be angry At any time, cs dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp j n2 av-j, cc vbi j, cc av p-acp n1 dt n1 vmb vbi j, vbb j vvz dt n1 av vvb xx; av cs pns31 vbb j p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5161 though the thing be lawful, and he hath Christian liberty in the thing, yet not knowing his Christian liberty ▪ this doth exceedingly trouble a man many times, though the thing be lawful, and he hath Christian liberty in the thing, yet not knowing his Christian liberty ▪ this does exceedingly trouble a man many times, cs dt n1 vbb j, cc pns31 vhz np1 n1 p-acp dt n1, av xx vvg po31 njp n1 ▪ d vdz av-vvg vvi dt n1 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5162 and makes him question his effectual calling; and makes him question his effectual calling; cc vvz pno31 vvi po31 j n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5163 there be abundance of Christian liberties, that we have need of every day, and have need of the knowledge of; there be abundance of Christian Liberties, that we have need of every day, and have need of the knowledge of; pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f njp n2, cst pns12 vhb n1 pp-f d n1, cc vhb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f; (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 12
5164 and when the soul and conscience doth not know his Christian liberty, (I do not speak of this in regard of the world, they had need have straight limitations & curbs, and when the soul and conscience does not know his Christian liberty, (I do not speak of this in regard of the world, they had need have straight limitations & curbs, cc c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vdz xx vvi po31 njp n1, (pns11 vdb xx vvi pp-f d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhd n1 vhi j n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 13
5165 and we had need put in all the caveats that can be, for they are apt of their own accord to take too much elbowroome; and we had needs put in all the caveats that can be, for they Are apt of their own accord to take too much elbowroom; cc pns12 vhd av vvn p-acp d dt n2 cst vmb vbi, c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f po32 d n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 13
5166 every man is ready to stand upon his liberty, what he may lawfully do; but though wicked men damne their own soules in these things; every man is ready to stand upon his liberty, what he may lawfully do; but though wicked men damn their own Souls in these things; d n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmb av-j vdi; cc-acp cs j n2 vvi po32 d n2 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 13
5167 yet it is fit the children of God should have their portion, and know it,) and the want of this knowledge hinders a man from the knowledge of the things given him of God. yet it is fit the children of God should have their portion, and know it,) and the want of this knowledge hinders a man from the knowledge of the things given him of God. av pn31 vbz j dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vhi po32 n1, cc vvb pn31,) cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn pno31 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 437 Page 13
5168 Againe, a man may be ignorant of the tenderness of Jesus Christ, and of the infinite bowels of the Sonne of God, Again, a man may be ignorant of the tenderness of jesus christ, and of the infinite bowels of the Son of God, av, dt n1 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5169 and how chary he is over his people, and that he regards a graine of wheat, under an heap of chaffe: and how chary he is over his people, and that he regards a grain of wheat, under an heap of chaff: cc c-crq j pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5170 it is very probable, that the son of J•roboam had a taint of the family he was taken from, which was marvelous foule; it is very probable, that the son of J•roboam had a taint of the family he was taken from, which was marvelous foul; pn31 vbz av j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, r-crq vbds j j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5171 yet notwithstanding God takes notice of the good things that were in him, though in the Churches in the Revelation, foule and grievous things were found, yet notwithstanding God Takes notice of the good things that were in him, though in the Churches in the Revelation, foul and grievous things were found, av p-acp np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt j n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno31, cs p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, j cc j n2 vbdr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5172 yet the Lord notwithstanding takes notice of any thing that was good in them; yet the Lord notwithstanding Takes notice of any thing that was good in them; av dt n1 a-acp vvz n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbds j p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5173 if there be but a drop of true saving grace in the heart, God will take notice of it; if there be but a drop of true Saving grace in the heart, God will take notice of it; cs pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5174 though a man be but smoaking flax, God will be tender of it; now many a child of God doth not know the tender compassions of Jesus Christ, though a man be but smoking flax, God will be tender of it; now many a child of God does not know the tender compassions of jesus christ, cs dt n1 vbb p-acp j-vvg n1, np1 vmb vbi j pp-f pn31; av d dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5175 and that he will accept them notwithstanding a thousand weaknesses, and though they have but a little hold, and that he will accept them notwithstanding a thousand Weaknesses, and though they have but a little hold, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt crd n2, cc cs pns32 vhb p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5176 and a little strength to put forth in the wayes of God, and they see how many thousand things they can say against themselves, and a little strength to put forth in the ways of God, and they see how many thousand things they can say against themselves, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pns32 vvb c-crq d crd n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5177 when they see not the tender compassions of Jesus Christ, and what a tender Saviour he is, the tender mercies of our God, as it is, Luke 1. This hinders them from the knowledge of that, which otherwise they might know. when they see not the tender compassions of jesus christ, and what a tender Saviour he is, the tender Mercies of our God, as it is, Lycia 1. This hinders them from the knowledge of that, which otherwise they might know. c-crq pns32 vvb xx dt j n2 pp-f np1 np1, cc q-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz, dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz, av crd np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq av pns32 vmd vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 438 Page 13
5178 Againe, it may be hindered very much through melancholy, it is the very coach that the devil rides in, Again, it may be hindered very much through melancholy, it is the very coach that the Devil rides in, av, pn31 vmb vbi vvn av av-d p-acp n-jn, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5179 as Divines speak, it corrupts a mans imagination, and fills it with groundlesse fears, and doubts, as Divines speak, it corrupts a men imagination, and fills it with groundless fears, and doubts, c-acp n2-jn vvb, pn31 vvz dt ng1 n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp j n2, cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5180 and makes a man speak he knows not what, and he saith he doth not do those things he doth, and makes a man speak he knows not what, and he Says he does not do those things he does, cc vvz dt n1 vvb pns31 vvz xx r-crq, cc pns31 vvz pns31 vdz xx vdi d n2 pns31 vdz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5181 when as those that stand by can see the contrary: when as those that stand by can see the contrary: c-crq p-acp d cst vvb p-acp vmb vvi dt n-jn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5182 this humour blinds a mans eyes, and presents he knows not what to a mans minde; this humour blinds a men eyes, and presents he knows not what to a men mind; d n1 vvz dt ng1 n2, cc vvz pns31 vvz xx r-crq p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5183 as when David was in that passion, he cryed out; as when David was in that passion, he cried out; c-acp c-crq np1 vbds p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5184 I am cast off, what is the matter? Psal. 31. 10. he was in a melancholy fit, grief hath even wasted me, he was even wasted and pined with grief, sorrow deading his heart, I am cast off, what is the matter? Psalm 31. 10. he was in a melancholy fit, grief hath even wasted me, he was even wasted and pined with grief, sorrow deading his heart, pns11 vbm vvn a-acp, r-crq vbz dt n1? np1 crd crd pns31 vbds p-acp dt j-jn n1, n1 vhz av vvn pno11, pns31 vbds av vvn cc vvd p-acp n1, n1 vvg po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5185 and mouldring, and pining, and wasting of him; this made him speak words, that he would never have spoken at another time: and mouldering, and pining, and wasting of him; this made him speak words, that he would never have spoken At Another time: cc j-vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f pno31; d vvd pno31 vvi n2, cst pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn p-acp j-jn n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5186 the Apostle shews, that when a man is overmuch sad, and grieved, and dejected, and cast down, the Apostle shows, that when a man is overmuch sad, and grieved, and dejected, and cast down, dt n1 vvz, cst c-crq dt n1 vbz av j, cc vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5187 and lyeth moaping, and the devil hath a great deal of advantage by this: and lies moping, and the Devil hath a great deal of advantage by this: cc vvz vvg, cc dt n1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5188 therefore he speaks to the Corinths to have a care of that poore man that had committed an horrible sinne, Therefore he speaks to the Corinths to have a care of that poor man that had committed an horrible sin, av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 cst vhd vvn dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5189 and it pleased God to humble him, he was excommunicated, and delivered over to Satan: and it pleased God to humble him, he was excommunicated, and Delivered over to Satan: cc pn31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vbds vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5190 now the C•rinths were something harsh to this poore man, and were ready to trample upon him, now the C•rinths were something harsh to this poor man, and were ready to trample upon him, av dt n2 vbdr pi j p-acp d j n1, cc vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5191 and tread upon him, as if he were not humbled enough, 2 Cor. 2. 7. O saith he, forgive him, and comfort him, and tread upon him, as if he were not humbled enough, 2 Cor. 2. 7. O Says he, forgive him, and Comfort him, cc vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr xx vvn av-d, crd np1 crd crd sy vvz pns31, vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5192 least he be swallowed up of evermuch sorrow; lest he be swallowed up of evermuch sorrow; cs pns31 vbb vvn a-acp pp-f av n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5193 wherefore I beseech you confirme your love towards him, least Satan should get an advantage of us, ver, 11. that was the reason why he would have him careful of this, least Satan should circumvent us; Wherefore I beseech you confirm your love towards him, lest Satan should get an advantage of us, for, 11. that was the reason why he would have him careful of this, lest Satan should circumvent us; c-crq pns11 vvb pn22 vvi po22 n1 p-acp pno31, cs np1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pno12, p-acp, crd cst vbds dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno31 j pp-f d, cs np1 vmd vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5194 the meaning is, least the devil should make us guilty of overwhelming a poor man; the meaning is, lest the Devil should make us guilty of overwhelming a poor man; dt n1 vbz, cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno12 j pp-f vvg dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5195 and others by that example might do the like, and so the devil might have advantage in aftertimes. and Others by that Exampl might do the like, and so the Devil might have advantage in Aftertimes. cc n2-jn p-acp d n1 vmd vdi dt av-j, cc av dt n1 vmd vhi n1 p-acp n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 439 Page 13
5196 In the next place, it may be hindred by the unskilfulness of a Minister, many times those that are effectually called, may chance to lye a long time ignorant of Gods mercy, unacquainted with the work of grace which God hath begun in their souls, by the unskilfulness of the Minister; In the next place, it may be hindered by the unskilfulness of a Minister, many times those that Are effectually called, may chance to lie a long time ignorant of God's mercy, unacquainted with the work of grace which God hath begun in their Souls, by the unskilfulness of the Minister; p-acp dt ord n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d n2 d cst vbr av-j vvn, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 j pp-f npg1 n1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 440 Page 13
5197 the Minister that should bind up those that God hath broken, may be like those that efflict him wh•m God hath smitten, Psal. 109. he doth not feed the lambs of Christ, the Minister that should bind up those that God hath broken, may be like those that efflict him wh•m God hath smitten, Psalm 109. he does not feed the Lambs of christ, dt n1 cst vmd vvi a-acp d cst np1 vhz vvn, vmb vbi av-j d d vvb pno31 vvi np1 vhz vvn, np1 crd pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 440 Page 13
5198 and hold forth the grace of Jesus Christ; and hold forth the grace of jesus christ; cc vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 440 Page 13
5199 perhaps he may preach good truths, admirable excellent passages, and yet make those sad, whom God would not have made sad; perhaps he may preach good truths, admirable excellent passages, and yet make those sad, whom God would not have made sad; av pns31 vmb vvi j n2, j j n2, cc av vvb d j, ro-crq np1 vmd xx vhi vvn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 440 Page 14
5200 and make those grieved, whom God would not have grieved, as the Lord complains, Ezek. 34. 4. The diseased have ye not strengthned, and make those grieved, whom God would not have grieved, as the Lord complains, Ezekiel 34. 4. The diseased have you not strengthened, cc vvb d vvn, ro-crq np1 vmd xx vhi vvn, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt j-vvn vhb pn22 xx vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 440 Page 14
5201 neither have ye healed that which was sick neither have ye bound up that which was broken, neither have you healed that which was sick neither have you bound up that which was broken, dx vhb pn22 vvn d r-crq vbds j d vhb pn22 vvn a-acp d r-crq vbds vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 440 Page 14
5202 neither have ye brought againe that which was driven away, &c. A Minister though he preach the wayes of God, and Jesus Christ, and the promises of the Gospe• and eternal life; neither have you brought again that which was driven away, etc. A Minister though he preach the ways of God, and jesus christ, and the promises of the Gospe• and Eternal life; dx vhb pn22 vvn av cst r-crq vbds vvn av, av dt n1 cs pns31 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, cc np1 np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt np1 cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 440 Page 14
5203 yet if he preach it not in a right maner, if he carry it not as he ought to do, rightly dividing the word of life, he may do a world of mischief, yet if he preach it not in a right manner, if he carry it not as he ought to do, rightly dividing the word of life, he may do a world of mischief, av cs pns31 vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns31 vvb pn31 xx c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi, av-jn vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vdi dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5204 if a man preach hell and damnation, (indeed if a man be going on in his sinnes, if a man preach hell and damnation, (indeed if a man be going on in his Sins, cs dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1, (av cs dt n1 vbb vvg p-acp p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5205 and be hardened in his wicked courses, we are to preach hell and damnation to him) but if a man preach hell and damnation to a man that is sencible of his sins, and be hardened in his wicked courses, we Are to preach hell and damnation to him) but if a man preach hell and damnation to a man that is sensible of his Sins, cc vbi vvn p-acp po31 j n2, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31) cc-acp cs dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5206 and is of a tender conscience, and ready to think too hardly of his sinnes; and is of a tender conscience, and ready to think too hardly of his Sins; cc vbz pp-f dt j n1, cc j pc-acp vvi av av pp-f po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5207 it is as if a man should take a beetle to kill a fly upon a mans forehead, to lay a heavy load upon those that are not able to beare it. it is as if a man should take a beetle to kill a fly upon a men forehead, to lay a heavy load upon those that Are not able to bear it. pn31 vbz c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp d cst vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5208 Ministers may do a great deal of hurt, by preaching the law without distinguishing, and all exceptions being shewed, Ministers may do a great deal of hurt, by preaching the law without distinguishing, and all exceptions being showed, np1 vmb vdi dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc d n2 vbg vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5209 when he hath not a tender heart towards those whom God hath wounded, and doth not alwayes put in that that may do them good; when he hath not a tender heart towards those whom God hath wounded, and does not always put in that that may do them good; c-crq pns31 vhz xx dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn, cc vdz xx av vvn p-acp d cst vmb vdi pno32 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5210 when a Minister knows what it is, and hath gone through the pikes himself, he can the better stay up the souls of those that are dejected, and yet belong to Christ; when a Minister knows what it is, and hath gone through the pikes himself, he can the better stay up the Souls of those that Are dejected, and yet belong to christ; c-crq dt n1 vvz r-crq pn31 vbz, cc vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 px31, pns31 vmb dt av-jc vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr vvn, cc av vvb p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5211 therefore David prayeth, give me the way of thy salvation, and then I shall teach sinners the way unto thee, Psal, 51. 12, 13. as who should say, Therefore David Prayeth, give me the Way of thy salvation, and then I shall teach Sinners the Way unto thee, Psalm, 51. 12, 13. as who should say, av np1 vvz, vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cc av pns11 vmb vvi n2 dt n1 p-acp pno21, np1, crd crd, crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5212 if I do not know what belongs to the comforts of the Spirit, if I have not waded through ••ese things, if I do not know what belongs to the comforts of the Spirit, if I have not waded through ••ese things, cs pns11 vdb xx vvi r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cs pns11 vhb xx vvn p-acp n1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5213 and know not how they are given, and how they are taken, I shall never teach sinners the way unto thee, I shall never carry my self aright in that way; and know not how they Are given, and how they Are taken, I shall never teach Sinners the Way unto thee, I shall never carry my self aright in that Way; cc vvb xx c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns11 vmb av-x vvi n2 dt n1 p-acp pno21, pns11 vmb av-x vvi po11 n1 av p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5214 he that is a Surgeon, had not need to have a hard hand: he that is a Surgeon, had not need to have a hard hand: pns31 cst vbz dt n1, vhd xx n1 pc-acp vhi dt j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5215 so those that have a tender heart, and those that are truely broken for their sins, so those that have a tender heart, and those that Are truly broken for their Sins, av d cst vhb dt j n1, cc d cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5216 and are of a contrite spirit, a man had need deale gently with them, according to the estate and condition wherein they are: and Are of a contrite Spirit, a man had need deal gently with them, according to the estate and condition wherein they Are: cc vbr pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 vhd n1 vvi av-j p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vbr: (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5217 Ministers many times are too blame, in not preaching Christ aright, as they ought to do, Ministers many times Are too blame, in not preaching christ aright, as they ought to do, n2 d n2 vbr av vvb, p-acp xx vvg np1 av, c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5218 and so may 〈 ◊ 〉 hinderance to the comfort of their people. and so may 〈 ◊ 〉 hindrance to the Comfort of their people. cc av vmb 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 441 Page 14
5219 What a woeful thing is it when a man is not able to say thus, what laborinths, What a woeful thing is it when a man is not able to say thus, what labyrinths, q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 c-crq dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av, r-crq n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5220 and meanders is such a soul in, and what heart aches, and terrible fears, and terrours, and meanders is such a soul in, and what heart aches, and terrible fears, and terrors, cc n2 vbz d dt n1 p-acp, cc r-crq n1 vvz, cc j n2, cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5221 and afrightments, and quakings, and misgivings are they subject unto? they must needs be in a miserable, and afrightments, and quakings, and misgivings Are they Subject unto? they must needs be in a miserable, cc n2, cc n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg vbr pns32 j-jn p-acp? pns32 vmb av vbi p-acp dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5222 and pitiful case, for whether can they go? what can they hang upon to get comfort? and this is the case and condition of most of those that are amongst •• even of the best sort, and pitiful case, for whither can they go? what can they hang upon to get Comfort? and this is the case and condition of most of those that Are among •• even of the best sort, cc j n1, c-acp c-crq vmb pns32 vvi? q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi n1? cc d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ds pp-f d cst vbr p-acp •• av pp-f dt js n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5223 though many of them have some good things in them; though many of them have Some good things in them; cs d pp-f pno32 vhi d j n2 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5224 yet who almost comes to know that he is effectually called of God? these are declining times, yet who almost comes to know that he is effectually called of God? these Are declining times, av q-crq av vvz pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1? d vbr vvg n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5225 and languishing dayes, and people are marvelously scattered for want of care and diligence, and watchfulness, and languishing days, and people Are marvelously scattered for want of care and diligence, and watchfulness, cc j-vvg n2, cc n1 vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5226 and paines-taking in the wayes of God; and painstaking in the ways of God; cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5227 there is a woeful deale of unsetling, and want of groundedness in a good estate, people are very much off, and all to pieces; there is a woeful deal of unsettling, and want of groundedness in a good estate, people Are very much off, and all to Pieces; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, n1 vbr av av-d a-acp, cc d p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5228 and that you may see what a woeful thing this is, do but consider these particulars. and that you may see what a woeful thing this is, do but Consider these particulars. cc cst pn22 vmb vvi r-crq dt j n1 d vbz, vdb p-acp vvi d n2-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 442 Page 14
5229 First, Your consciences cannot but accuse you, you cannot say Christ bare your sins, you know not whether you are in him or no; First, Your Consciences cannot but accuse you, you cannot say christ bore your Sins, you know not whither you Are in him or no; ord, po22 n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi pn22, pn22 vmbx vvi np1 vvd po22 n2, pn22 vvb xx cs pn22 vbr p-acp pno31 cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 14
5230 you know Christ bare the sins of his people, but whether he bare your sins or no that you cannot tell; you know christ bore the Sins of his people, but whither he bore your Sins or no that you cannot tell; pn22 vvb np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp cs pns31 vvd po22 n2 cc dx d pn22 vmbx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 14
5231 all your sins and iniquities lie upon your consciences still, though you have been bewailing your sins and confessing of them, and craving forgiveness of them; all your Sins and iniquities lie upon your Consciences still, though you have been bewailing your Sins and confessing of them, and craving forgiveness of them; d po22 n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp po22 n2 av, cs pn22 vhb vbn vvg po22 n2 cc vvg pp-f pno32, cc vvg n1 pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 14
5232 yet all your actual sins they still ly upon your consciences: yet all your actual Sins they still lie upon your Consciences: av d po22 j n2 pns32 av vvb p-acp po22 n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 14
5233 what your consciences could accuse you of formerly they accuse you of still, such bythoughts, such wandring prayers, such unprofitable hearing, Paul could say, 1 Tim. 1. 15. This is a good saying, that Christ came into the world to save sinners, whereof I am chief; what your Consciences could accuse you of formerly they accuse you of still, such bythoughts, such wandering Prayers, such unprofitable hearing, Paul could say, 1 Tim. 1. 15. This is a good saying, that christ Come into the world to save Sinners, whereof I am chief; r-crq po22 n2 vmd vvi pn22 a-acp av-j pns32 vvb pn22 pp-f av, d n2, d j-vvg n2, d j n-vvg, np1 vmd vvi, crd np1 crd crd d vbz dt j n-vvg, cst np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, c-crq pns11 vbm j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 14
5234 you cannot say so, though you can say that of sinners you are the chief; yet that you have obtained mercy, your conscience; you cannot say so, though you can say that of Sinners you Are the chief; yet that you have obtained mercy, your conscience; pn22 vmbx vvi av, cs pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f n2 pn22 vbr dt j-jn; av cst pn22 vhb vvn n1, po22 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 14
5235 will not let you say it, you question whether you ever had any mercy, or any hold of the mercy of God; will not let you say it, you question whither you ever had any mercy, or any hold of the mercy of God; vmb xx vvi pn22 vvb pn31, pn22 n1 cs pn22 av vhd d n1, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 15
5236 therefore you must be like a dry leafe driven to and fro, or a reed shaken with the wind, Therefore you must be like a dry leaf driven to and from, or a reed shaken with the wind, av pn22 vmb vbi av-j dt j n1 vvn p-acp cc av, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 15
5237 and as weak as water, you are altogether unstable: and as weak as water, you Are altogether unstable: cc p-acp j c-acp n1, pn22 vbr av j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 15
5238 what a miserable thing is this, that all a mans corruptions and miseries should lie upon a man, notwithstanding all his prayers, what a miserable thing is this, that all a men corruptions and misery's should lie upon a man, notwithstanding all his Prayers, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d, cst d dt ng1 n2 cc n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 15
5239 and asking forgiveness, and many tears and sighs, that they should yet lie upon him, as they do until a man knows that he is effectually called of God; and asking forgiveness, and many tears and sighs, that they should yet lie upon him, as they do until a man knows that he is effectually called of God; cc vvg n1, cc d n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vmd av vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1 vvz cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 15
5240 all the guiltiness lieth upon his soul, he cannot say he hath obtained mercy of God, he is without God, all the guiltiness lies upon his soul, he cannot say he hath obtained mercy of God, he is without God, d dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 15
5241 and without Christ, and is yet in his sins for ought he knows. and without christ, and is yet in his Sins for ought he knows. cc p-acp np1, cc vbz av p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pi pns31 vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 443 Page 15
5242 Secondly, As your consciences must needs accuse you, so likewise you can have no joy in Jesus Christ, Secondly, As your Consciences must needs accuse you, so likewise you can have no joy in jesus christ, ord, c-acp po22 n2 vmb av vvi pn22, av av pn22 vmb vhb dx n1 p-acp np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5243 nor any of his promises, nor any of the gracious things in his Covenant, because you know not w•ether they belong to you or no; nor any of his promises, nor any of the gracious things in his Covenant, Because you know not w•ether they belong to you or not; ccx d pp-f po31 n2, ccx d pp-f dt j n2 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn22 vvb xx av pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 cc xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5244 when a man knows not a thing, he cannot have any joy in any thing, when a man knows not a thing, he cannot have any joy in any thing, c-crq dt n1 vvz xx dt n1, pns31 vmbx vhb d n1 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5245 as Prov 27. 1. Boast not thy self of to morrow, for thou know•st not what a day may bring f•rth, a man cannot boast of that he knows not, can a man boast of to morrow? O I shall have a fine day to morrow, as Curae 27. 1. Boast not thy self of to morrow, for thou know•st not what a day may bring f•rth, a man cannot boast of that he knows not, can a man boast of to morrow? O I shall have a fine day to morrow, c-acp np1 crd crd n1 xx po21 n1 pp-f p-acp n1, c-acp pns21 vv2 xx r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av, dt n1 vmbx vvi pp-f cst pns31 vvz xx, vmb dt n1 n1 pp-f p-acp n1? sy pns11 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5246 when he knows not whether he shall have a morrow or no; when he knows not whither he shall have a morrow or no; c-crq pns31 vvz xx cs pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5247 he may be dead by to morrow, or his house may be burnt over his head to morrow, he cannot rejoyee in it: he may be dead by to morrow, or his house may be burned over his head to morrow, he cannot rejoyee in it: pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmbx vvb p-acp pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5248 So when a man knows not whether he be effectually called of God or no, what joy can he have? what joy can he have in Christ or his ordinances, So when a man knows not whither he be effectually called of God or no, what joy can he have? what joy can he have in christ or his ordinances, av c-crq dt n1 vvz xx cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn pp-f np1 cc uh-dx, q-crq n1 vmb pns31 vhi? q-crq n1 vmb pns31 vhb p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5249 when his conscience knocks him off, and his soul stands in doubt whether these things belong to him or no? he may catch at these, when his conscience knocks him off, and his soul Stands in doubt whither these things belong to him or no? he may catch At these, c-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31 a-acp, cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp n1 cs d n2 vvb p-acp pno31 cc uh-dx? pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5250 as Josephs Mistres catcht hold on him, but he left his garment and fled away: so they catch at the promises, and these things, but they fly away from them, as Josephs Mistress catched hold on him, but he left his garment and fled away: so they catch At the promises, and these things, but they fly away from them, c-acp np1 n1 vvd vvi p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd av: av pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2, cc d n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb av p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5251 and leave them as a shadow, and they are as much to seek as before: and leave them as a shadow, and they Are as much to seek as before: cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vbr a-acp av-d pc-acp vvi c-acp a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5252 and it will be thus as long as a man doth not go on to make his effectual calling sure. and it will be thus as long as a man does not go on to make his effectual calling sure. cc pn31 vmb vbi av c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 j n-vvg j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 444 Page 15
5253 Thirdly, Thou canst not tell what to make of Gods mercies and blessings to thee; Thirdly, Thou Canst not tell what to make of God's Mercies and blessings to thee; ord, pns21 vm2 xx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5254 God hath given thee many blessings, life and health, and means, and maintenance, and sweetly provided for thee from thy cradle to this day, God hath given thee many blessings, life and health, and means, and maintenance, and sweetly provided for thee from thy cradle to this day, np1 vhz vvn pno21 d n2, n1 cc n1, cc n2, cc n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5255 and hath recovered thee out of many sicknesses and afflictions, and hath given thee the means of grace, and hath recovered thee out of many Sicknesses and afflictions, and hath given thee the means of grace, cc vhz vvn pno21 av pp-f d n2 cc n2, cc vhz vvn pno21 dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5256 and thou hast heard Sermon upon Sermon, and hast had the acquaintance of his children, and thou hast herd Sermon upon Sermon, and haste had the acquaintance of his children, cc pns21 vh2 vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 vhd dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5257 and hast dwelt in the land of uprightness, and seen the Saints of God, and the examples of Gods Saints, and hast dwelled in the land of uprightness, and seen the Saints of God, and the Examples of God's Saints, cc vh2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5258 and thou hast had the motions of Gods Spirit from day to day, and many good things God hath vouchsafed: and thou hast had the motions of God's Spirit from day to day, and many good things God hath vouchsafed: cc pns21 vh2 vhn dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc d j n2 np1 vhz vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5259 but while a man is questioning and doubting, whether he be effectually called or no, he cannot tell what to make of these things; but while a man is questioning and doubting, whither he be effectually called or no, he cannot tell what to make of these things; cc-acp cs dt n1 vbz vvg cc vvg, cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn cc uh-dx, pns31 vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5260 whether he should call them mercies or no, whether they be in wrath or no, to fat him up against the day of wrath, to whom much is given, of him much is required. whither he should call them Mercies or no, whither they be in wrath or no, to fat him up against the day of wrath, to whom much is given, of him much is required. cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 n2 cc uh-dx, cs pns32 vbb p-acp n1 cc uh-dx, pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ro-crq d vbz vvn, pp-f pno31 d vbz vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5261 It is said of the Virgin Mary, when the Angel saluted her graciously and comfortably, the text saith, she was much troubled, wondring what manner of salutation this should be, Luk. 1. 29. So when the Lord sends abundance of sweet mercies, the soul is troubled what mercies these should be; It is said of the Virgae Marry, when the Angel saluted her graciously and comfortably, the text Says, she was much troubled, wondering what manner of salutation this should be, Luk. 1. 29. So when the Lord sends abundance of sweet Mercies, the soul is troubled what Mercies these should be; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 uh, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 av-j cc av-j, dt n1 vvz, pns31 vbds av-d vvn, vvg r-crq n1 pp-f n1 d vmd vbi, np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f j n2, dt n1 vbz vvn r-crq n2 d vmd vbi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5262 are these mercies that come from Christ, and flow from Gods goodness, as pledges of his grace and favour or no? he is troubled, Are these Mercies that come from christ, and flow from God's Goodness, as pledges of his grace and favour or no? he is troubled, vbr d n2 cst vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1, c-acp n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 cc av-dx? pns31 vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5263 and cannot tell what to make of them, what are these mercies: and cannot tell what to make of them, what Are these Mercies: cc vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32, r-crq vbr d n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5264 and he is afraid he had been better to have been without them, and better he had never known them; and he is afraid he had been better to have been without them, and better he had never known them; cc pns31 vbz j pns31 vhd vbn jc pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp pno32, cc av-jc pns31 vhd av-x vvn pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5265 it is a miserable thing when a man is uncertaine of his effectual calling; for uncertaine of that, uncertaine of all. it is a miserable thing when a man is uncertain of his effectual calling; for uncertain of that, uncertain of all. pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 j n-vvg; p-acp j pp-f d, j pp-f d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 445 Page 15
5266 Fourthly, Thou dost not know what to do in time of affliction, when affliction comes, (as thou canst not but expect it every day) yet when it comes, Fourthly, Thou dost not know what to do in time of affliction, when affliction comes, (as thou Canst not but expect it every day) yet when it comes, ord, pns21 vd2 xx vvi r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-crq n1 vvz, (c-acp pns21 vm2 xx cc-acp vvi pn31 d n1) av c-crq pn31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 15
5267 how wilt thou bear it? how wilt thou be able to suffer for Christ, and to go to prison for Christs sake; how wilt thou bear it? how wilt thou be able to suffer for christ, and to go to prison for Christ sake; q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi pn31? q-crq vm2 pns21 vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 15
5268 when thou dost question whether the truth ever made thee free? if thou wert able to speak of God as thy Father, when thou dost question whither the truth ever made thee free? if thou Wertenberg able to speak of God as thy Father, c-crq pns21 vd2 vvi cs dt n1 av vvn pno21 j? cs pns21 vbd2r j pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 15
5269 and a Kingdom prepared for thee, this would cast out fears, feare not little flock, it is your Fathers pleasure to give you a Kingdom; and a Kingdom prepared for thee, this would cast out fears, Fear not little flock, it is your Father's pleasure to give you a Kingdom; cc dt n1 vvn p-acp pno21, d vmd vvi av n2, vvb xx j n1, pn31 vbz po22 n2 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5270 Luk. 12. 37. but when a man questions whether God be his Father or no? questions whether he hath given him a Kingdom or no? yea whether any such thing belongs to him? nay he thinks he is a wretch, and he should wrong God. Luk. 12. 37. but when a man questions whither God be his Father or no? questions whither he hath given him a Kingdom or no? yea whither any such thing belongs to him? nay he thinks he is a wretch, and he should wrong God. np1 crd crd p-acp c-crq dt n1 n2 cs np1 vbb po31 n1 cc av-dx? n2 cs pns31 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 cc dx? uh cs d d n1 vvz p-acp pno31? uh-x pns31 vvz pns31 vbz dt n1, cc pns31 vmd vvi np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5271 if he should lay hold o• such things; this exposeth a man to fears; if he should lay hold o• such things; this exposeth a man to fears; cs pns31 vmd vvi vvi n1 d n2; d vvz dt n1 p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5272 what is the reason that many •all away in time of persecution? it is because they want hold of God, what is the reason that many •all away in time of persecution? it is Because they want hold of God, q-crq vbz dt n1 cst d vmb av p-acp n1 pp-f n1? pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vvb n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5273 as D〈 … 〉as, what is the reason he could not beare Pauls afflictions, but fell away and 〈 ◊ 〉 the world? it was because he wanted Pauls hold: as D〈 … 〉as, what is the reason he could not bear Paul's afflictions, but fell away and 〈 ◊ 〉 the world? it was Because he wanted Paul's hold: c-acp n1 … vbds, r-crq vbz dt n1 pns31 vmd xx vvi npg1 n2, cc-acp vvd av cc 〈 sy 〉 dt n1? pn31 vbds c-acp pns31 vvd npg1 vvb: (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5274 a man must have hold some where, if not on God, some where else: a man must have hold Some where, if not on God, Some where Else: dt n1 vmb vhi n1 d q-crq, cs xx p-acp np1, d c-crq av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5275 this is the reason why many break their necks, and when persecution comes, they are troubled, this is the reason why many break their necks, and when persecution comes, they Are troubled, d vbz dt n1 c-crq d vvb po32 n2, cc c-crq n1 vvz, pns32 vbr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5276 and put by, and make shipwrack of a good conscience and forbear to go on in that way which they ought to go on in, and put by, and make shipwreck of a good conscience and forbear to go on in that Way which they ought to go on in, cc vvd p-acp, cc vvi n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5277 and to yield to those things which they kn•w they ought not to yield to. and to yield to those things which they kn•w they ought not to yield to. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq pns32 vvd pns32 vmd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5278 When a man knows he is effectually c〈 … 〉 of God, this will make a man suffer for God, When a man knows he is effectually c〈 … 〉 of God, this will make a man suffer for God, c-crq dt n1 vvz pns31 vbz av-j n1 … 〉 pp-f np1, d vmb vvi dt n1 vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5279 as the Apostle Peter sp〈 … 〉g of the sufferings of the Saints, hereunto saith he were you called, knowing th•• Christ suffered for you; as the Apostle Peter sp〈 … 〉g of the sufferings of the Saints, hereunto Says he were you called, knowing th•• christ suffered for you; c-acp dt n1 np1 n1 … vbg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2, av vvz pns31 vbdr pn22 vvn, vvg n1 np1 vvd p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5280 when a man is able to say, Christ suffered for 〈 ◊ 〉 God hath effectually called me to his heavenly Kingdom, to pertake o• C〈 … 〉st it and his benefits, and sufferings; when a man is able to say, christ suffered for 〈 ◊ 〉 God hath effectually called me to his heavenly Kingdom, to partake o• C〈 … 〉st it and his benefits, and sufferings; c-crq dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, np1 vvd p-acp 〈 sy 〉 uh-np vhz av-j vvn pno11 p-acp po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi n1 n1 … vh2 pn31 cc po31 n2, cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5281 now this will beare a man out, this 〈 ◊ 〉 able to endure the losse of liberty, of means, maintenance, now this will bear a man out, this 〈 ◊ 〉 able to endure the loss of liberty, of means, maintenance, av d vmb vvi dt n1 av, d 〈 sy 〉 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n2, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5282 or any th〈 … 〉t the Gospels sake; or any th〈 … 〉t the Gospels sake; cc d n1 … vb2r dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5283 but before what shall a man do in afflictions? as long as a man doth not know that he is effectually called, he doth expose himself to lazards, but before what shall a man do in afflictions? as long as a man does not know that he is effectually called, he does expose himself to lazards, cc-acp p-acp q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb p-acp n2? c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn, pns31 vdz vvi px31 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5284 and breaknecks, and who knows what may be? and breaknecks, and who knows what may be? cc n2, cc r-crq vvz r-crq vmb vbi? (7) treatise (DIV2) 446 Page 16
5285 Fifthly, Thou canst not pray with any courage, thy prayers are but 〈 ◊ 〉 and lanke and weak as water; Fifthly, Thou Canst not pray with any courage, thy Prayers Are but 〈 ◊ 〉 and lank and weak as water; ord, pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp d n1, po21 n2 vbr p-acp 〈 sy 〉 cc j cc j c-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5286 thou canst not come boldly to the throne of grace, thou art afraid thou art none of Gods, and none of Christs; thou Canst not come boldly to the throne of grace, thou art afraid thou art none of God's, and none of Christ; pns21 vm2 xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vb2r j pns21 vb2r pix pp-f npg1, cc pix pp-f npg1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5287 afraid ••t thou hast not received the Spirit of God, that thou mayst be the child of God, afraid ••t thou hast not received the Spirit of God, that thou Mayest be the child of God, j n1 pns21 vh2 xx vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns21 vm2 vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5288 and art afraid that thy prayers are not accepted of God, but he turnes them into sin, thou canst never have boldness, (unless it be the boldness of impude•ce) but never the boldness of confidence, how shall a man call upon him, 〈 ◊ 〉 •e hath not believed? a man without faith cannot please God, he cannot pray to God: and art afraid that thy Prayers Are not accepted of God, but he turns them into since, thou Canst never have boldness, (unless it be the boldness of impude•ce) but never the boldness of confidence, how shall a man call upon him, 〈 ◊ 〉 •e hath not believed? a man without faith cannot please God, he cannot pray to God: cc n1 j cst po21 n2 vbr xx vvn pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, pns21 vm2 av-x vhi n1, (cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1) cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f n1, q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp pno31, 〈 sy 〉 vbb vhz xx vvn? dt n1 p-acp n1 vmbx vvi np1, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5289 O my Lord, saith Manoah, &c. Judg 13. 8. if he had not prayed with faith, knowing that God was his God, his prayer had not had successe; Oh my Lord, Says Manoah, etc. Judge 13. 8. if he had not prayed with faith, knowing that God was his God, his prayer had not had success; uh po11 n1, vvz np1, av vvb crd crd cs pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp n1, vvg cst np1 vbds po31 n1, po31 n1 vhd xx vhn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5290 but this made him pray with the more boldness and strength; when the Priests of Baal had done praying, and God would not hear them; but this made him pray with the more boldness and strength; when the Priests of Baal had done praying, and God would not hear them; cc-acp d vvd pno31 vvi p-acp dt av-dc n1 cc n1; c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vhd vdn vvg, cc np1 vmd xx vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5291 marke what 〈 … 〉h saith, I am thy servant, Lord heare me, 1 King. 18. 36. as who should say, here be people praying, they pray they know not what, mark what 〈 … 〉h Says, I am thy servant, Lord hear me, 1 King. 18. 36. as who should say, Here be people praying, they pray they know not what, vvb r-crq 〈 … av-d vvz, pns11 vbm po21 n1, n1 vvb pno11, crd n1. crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av vbi n1 vvg, pns32 vvb pns32 vvb xx r-crq, (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5292 and to they know not whom; and to they know not whom; cc pc-acp pns32 vvb xx r-crq; (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5293 they are none of thine, but I am thy servant h•are me Lord, he comes and acts a better part, they Are none of thine, but I am thy servant h•are me Lord, he comes and acts a better part, pns32 vbr pix pp-f png21, p-acp pns11 vbm po21 n1 vvb pno11 n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz dt jc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5294 and he will be heard before he goes, and 〈 ◊ 〉 acc•ptance before he departs; and he will be herd before he Goes, and 〈 ◊ 〉 acc•ptance before he departs; cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vvz, cc 〈 sy 〉 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5295 when a man can say, Lord I am thy servant, 〈 ◊ 〉 one whom thou hast redeemed, when a man can say, Lord I am thy servant, 〈 ◊ 〉 one whom thou hast redeemed, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, n1 pns11 vbm po21 n1, 〈 sy 〉 pi ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5296 and effectually called, heare me Lord, this man prayes indeed, he prayes to some purpose. and effectually called, hear me Lord, this man prays indeed, he prays to Some purpose. cc av-j vvn, vvb pno11 n1, d n1 vvz av, pns31 vvz p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 447 Page 16
5297 Sixthly, Thou canst not sweetly go on in the waies of God, all the duties of Religion will be a burthen to thy soul, Sixthly, Thou Canst not sweetly go on in the ways of God, all the duties of Religion will be a burden to thy soul, j, pns21 vm2 xx av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, d dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5298 and thou wilt be weary of them, which would be light and pleasant, if thou didst know thy effectual calling of God: and thou wilt be weary of them, which would be Light and pleasant, if thou didst know thy effectual calling of God: cc pns21 vm2 vbi j pp-f pno32, r-crq vmd vbi j cc j, cs pns21 vdd2 vvi po21 j n-vvg pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5299 but now they will be burthensome; but now they will be burdensome; cc-acp av pns32 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5300 and thou wilt think the Sabb•th comes too often, and good duties come too often about; and thou wilt think the Sabb•th comes too often, and good duties come too often about; cc pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 vvz av av, cc j n2 vvb av av a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5301 they come so fast, that thou hast no heart or minde to them, for want of that which should sweeten the wayes of God to a man; they come so fast, that thou hast no heart or mind to them, for want of that which should sweeten the ways of God to a man; pns32 vvb av av-j, cst pns21 vh2 dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f d r-crq vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5302 the knowing of God, and what he goeth about, and the knowing of him he hath to deale withal, without this a man can never go on, the knowing of God, and what he Goes about, and the knowing of him he hath to deal withal, without this a man can never go on, dt vvg pp-f np1, cc r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp, cc dt vvg pp-f pno31 pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi av, p-acp d dt n1 vmb av-x vvi a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5303 nay it is a wonder that thou hast not broken thy neck before this day, that thou hast not turned back to folly, nay it is a wonder that thou hast not broken thy neck before this day, that thou hast not turned back to folly, uh-x pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn po21 n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn av p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5304 and revolted cleane to the wayes of sinne, that thou hast not turned back to be a drunkard and profane person againe: and revolted clean to the ways of sin, that thou hast not turned back to be a drunkard and profane person again: cc vvd av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn av pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc j n1 av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5305 it is a wonder that thou prayest in thy family, that thou hast not given over all holy duties, it is a wonder that thou Prayest in thy family, that thou hast not given over all holy duties, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns21 vv2 p-acp po21 n1, cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn p-acp d j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5306 and reassumed the works of the flesh, and can off all the courses of a godly life; and reassumed the works of the Flesh, and can off all the courses of a godly life; cc vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vmb p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 16
5307 it is a wonderful mercy of God, that tho• hast not apostatized Take a man that knows he is effectually called, it is a wonder to see that man fall; it is a wondered mercy of God, that tho• hast not apostatized Take a man that knows he is effectually called, it is a wonder to see that man fallen; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst n1 vvb xx vvn vvb dt n1 cst vvz pns31 vbz av-j vvn, pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5308 I marvel saith Paul that ye are soone removed, Gal. 1. 6. A man may wonder what ayleth that man, that knows he hath an effectual call of God, and falls; I marvel Says Paul that you Are soon removed, Gal. 1. 6. A man may wonder what aileth that man, that knows he hath an effectual call of God, and falls; pns11 vvb vvz np1 cst pn22 vbr av vvn, np1 crd crd dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq vvz d n1, cst vvz pns31 vhz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5309 that man is besides himself, he is not his own man certainly; that man is beside himself, he is not his own man Certainly; d n1 vbz p-acp px31, pns31 vbz xx po31 d n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5310 if he turne back to folly, when he knows God, to turne from his Commandements, to yeild to the lusts of the flesh, and grow carelesse and negligent; if he turn back to folly, when he knows God, to turn from his commandments, to yield to the Lustiest of the Flesh, and grow careless and negligent; cs pns31 vvb av p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vvz np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5311 it is a wonder that such a man should be removed back, but he that never knew of any such things; it is a wonder that such a man should be removed back, but he that never knew of any such things; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn av, cc-acp pns31 cst av-x vvd pp-f d d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5312 he hath no knowledge of Gods goodness towards him; he hath no knowledge of God's Goodness towards him; pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5313 it is a wounder that he doth not quite fall off, for the knowledge of a mans effectual calling is that which doth preserve a man, Jude 1. the Apostle saith, Jude a servant of Jesus Christ, to them that are preserved in Christ and called; it is a wonder that he does not quite fallen off, for the knowledge of a men effectual calling is that which does preserve a man, U^de 1. the Apostle Says, U^de a servant of jesus christ, to them that Are preserved in christ and called; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vdz xx av vvi a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n-vvg vbz d r-crq vdz vvi dt n1, np1 crd dt n1 vvz, np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5314 when a man hath an effectual call, he hath that which should preserve him; when a man hath an effectual call, he hath that which should preserve him; c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1, pns31 vhz d r-crq vmd vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5315 therefore when a man comes to know it, what a sweet thing is this, to be preserved of God; Therefore when a man comes to know it, what a sweet thing is this, to be preserved of God; av c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5316 to be kept and carried through, when Gods people know not this, they are subject to falls, to be kept and carried through, when God's people know not this, they Are Subject to falls, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp, c-crq npg1 n1 vvb xx d, pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5317 and returning back without the Lords wounderful mercy. and returning back without the lords wondered mercy. cc vvg av p-acp dt n2 vvd n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 448 Page 17
5318 Seventhly, What difference is there between thee, and a very wretch, as long as thou knowest not that thou art effectually called of God? what difference between thee, Seventhly, What difference is there between thee, and a very wretch, as long as thou Knowest not that thou art effectually called of God? what difference between thee, crd, r-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp pno21, cc dt j n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns21 vv2 xx cst pns21 vb2r av-j vvn pp-f np1? q-crq n1 p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5319 and one that is in darkness, and under the power of darkness, in thy own sence and feeling? when David was but afraid of falling into this passe, Psal. 28. 1. O Lord (saith he) be not silent, least I be like them that go down into the pit; and one that is in darkness, and under the power of darkness, in thy own sense and feeling? when David was but afraid of falling into this pass, Psalm 28. 1. O Lord (Says he) be not silent, lest I be like them that go down into the pit; cc pi cst vbz p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po21 d n1 cc n1? q-crq np1 vbds p-acp j pp-f vvg p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd sy n1 (vvz pns31) vbb xx j, cs pns11 vbb av-j pno32 cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5320 he was afraid of falling into that estate of doubting of Gods love, and the assurance of his love and favour, he was afraid of falling into that estate of doubting of God's love, and the assurance of his love and favour, pns31 vbds j pp-f vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5321 least he should be like unto those that go down into the pit: lest he should be like unto those that go down into the pit: cs pns31 vmd vbi av-j p-acp d cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5322 so may I say of those that are unsetled in their minds, and do not know whether they have any good at all wrought in their hearts; so may I say of those that Are unsettled in their minds, and do not know whither they have any good At all wrought in their hearts; av vmb pns11 vvb pp-f d cst vbr j-vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc vdb xx vvi cs pns32 vhb d j p-acp d vvd p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5323 what difference do you see between your selves, and those that are wicked and abominable? you can hardly pitch upon any thing, wherein you differ from a wicked man, what difference do you see between your selves, and those that Are wicked and abominable? you can hardly pitch upon any thing, wherein you differ from a wicked man, r-crq n1 vdb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc d cst vbr j cc j? pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp d n1, c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5324 as Throgmorton said, brother what will you say, if I dye a reprobate? so such speeches may come out of thy mouth; as Throgmorton said, brother what will you say, if I die a Reprobate? so such Speeches may come out of thy Mouth; c-acp np1 vvd, n1 q-crq vmb pn22 vvb, cs pns11 vvb dt n-jn? av d n2 vmb vvi av pp-f po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5325 what will you say, if I dye a reprobate? as David when he had committed those two foule sins, what will you say, if I die a Reprobate? as David when he had committed those two foul Sins, q-crq vmb pn22 vvb, cs pns11 vvb dt n-jn? p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d crd j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5326 and had blurred his evidences, and could not see Gods goodness and mercy towards him; and had blurred his evidences, and could not see God's Goodness and mercy towards him; cc vhd vvn po31 n2, cc vmd xx vvi npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5327 he was faine to begin the world again, create in me O Lord, a cleane heart &c. as though he were to begin from the very ground againe, he was feign to begin the world again, create in me Oh Lord, a clean heart etc. as though he were to begin from the very ground again, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, vvb p-acp pno11 uh n1, dt j n1 av c-acp cs pns31 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5328 as if he had lost all, and had nothing in him; what a miserable thing is this? as if he had lost all, and had nothing in him; what a miserable thing is this? c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn d, cc vhd pix p-acp pno31; q-crq dt j n1 vbz d? (7) treatise (DIV2) 449 Page 17
5329 Eighthly, Thou art of all men most miserable, if thou knowest not thy effectual calling; Eighthly, Thou art of all men most miserable, if thou Knowest not thy effectual calling; j, pns21 vb2r pp-f d n2 av-ds j, cs pns21 vv2 xx po21 j vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 450 Page 17
5330 for other men, though they have no comfort in heaven, yet they have comfort in the world; for other men, though they have no Comfort in heaven, yet they have Comfort in the world; p-acp j-jn n2, cs pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp n1, av pns32 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 450 Page 17
5331 but as for thee, thou hast neither comfort above nor here below; the wicked of the earth, they care not for thee, because thou little for thee, because thou art not right; but as for thee, thou hast neither Comfort above nor Here below; the wicked of the earth, they care not for thee, Because thou little for thee, Because thou art not right; cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno21, pns21 vh2 dx n1 p-acp ccx av a-acp; dt j pp-f dt n1, pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno21, c-acp pns21 j p-acp pno21, c-acp pns21 vb2r xx j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 450 Page 17
5332 and so thou art as a meteor hanging in the ayre, cast out from men and God; and so thou art as a meteor hanging in the air, cast out from men and God; cc av pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvd av p-acp n2 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 450 Page 17
5333 conscience will not let thee close with God, nor close with the wicked; not with God, because thou doubtest whether thou art his, or no; conscience will not let thee close with God, nor close with the wicked; not with God, Because thou doubtest whither thou art his, or no; n1 vmb xx vvi pno21 av-j p-acp np1, ccx vvi p-acp dt j; xx p-acp np1, c-acp pns21 vv2 cs pns21 vb2r po31, cc av-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 450 Page 17
5334 not with the wicked, because thou art strongly convicted, that their courses are damnable: not with the wicked, Because thou art strongly convicted, that their courses Are damnable: xx p-acp dt j, c-acp pns21 vb2r av-j vvn, cst po32 n2 vbr j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 450 Page 17
5335 now what comfort canst thou have? when a man cannot tell whether to go, this is the case of a man, that knows not whether he be effectually called of God or no. now what Comfort Canst thou have? when a man cannot tell whither to go, this is the case of a man, that knows not whither he be effectually called of God or no. av q-crq n1 vm2 pns21 vhi? q-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi cs pc-acp vvi, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz xx cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn pp-f np1 cc uh-dx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 450 Page 17
5336 Nay lastly, Let me tell thee this, if thou be totally uncertaine, thou wert never effectually called of God to this very day, Nay lastly, Let me tell thee this, if thou be totally uncertain, thou Wertenberg never effectually called of God to this very day, uh ord, vvb pno11 vvi pno21 d, cs pns21 vbi av-j j, pns21 vbd2r av av-j vvn pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 17
5337 but still remainest under the guilt of thy sins, and the wrath of God, and the curse of the law, but still remainest under the guilt of thy Sins, and the wrath of God, and the curse of the law, cc-acp av vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 17
5338 and the damnation of ungodly men: and the damnation of ungodly men: cc dt n1 pp-f j n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 17
5339 for if a man be called, he presently comes to be faithful, chosen and faithful, Rev. 19. it is faith that makes up the effectual call, for if a man be called, he presently comes to be faithful, chosen and faithful, Rev. 19. it is faith that makes up the effectual call, c-acp cs dt n1 vbi vvn, pns31 av-j vvz pc-acp vbi j, vvn cc j, n1 crd pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz a-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 17
5340 for this call differs from the other; in that this call makes a man come to God by faith; for this call differs from the other; in that this call makes a man come to God by faith; p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn; p-acp cst d n1 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 17
5341 so that a man is a believer, if he be effectually called; so that a man is a believer, if he be effectually called; av cst dt n1 vbz dt n1, cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 17
5342 now if a man be a believer, there is some knowledge in faith, Isa. 45. 24. Surely shall one say, in the Lord have I righteousness and strength, saith the text: now if a man be a believer, there is Some knowledge in faith, Isaiah 45. 24. Surely shall one say, in the Lord have I righteousness and strength, Says the text: av cs dt n1 vbb dt n1, pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd np1 vmb crd n1, p-acp dt n1 vhb pns11 n1 cc n1, vvz dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5343 look up and down in all the Scripture, there is some surety in every believer that he hath righteousness in God, that he hath salvation in his name, look up and down in all the Scripture, there is Some surety in every believer that he hath righteousness in God, that he hath salvation in his name, vvb a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d dt n1, pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5344 as the Church saith, Isa. 53. 15. doubtlesse thou art our Father; as the Church Says, Isaiah 53. 15. doubtless thou art our Father; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd av-j pns21 vb2r po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5345 it is the speech of people that are marvelously troubled with unbelief and doubting, yet at last they conclude it, doubtlesse thou art our Father, they cannot deny it: it is the speech of people that Are marvelously troubled with unbelief and doubting, yet At last they conclude it, doubtless thou art our Father, they cannot deny it: pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc vvg, av p-acp ord pns32 vvb pn31, av-j pns21 vb2r po12 n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5346 so saith David, Psal. 23. 6. Surely goodnesse and mercy, shall follow me all the dayes of my life. so Says David, Psalm 23. 6. Surely Goodness and mercy, shall follow me all the days of my life. av vvz np1, np1 crd crd av-j n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pno11 d dt n2 pp-f po11 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5347 1 Joh. 5. 19. We know that we are of God, he doth not only say it is thus, 1 John 5. 19. We know that we Are of God, he does not only say it is thus, vvn np1 crd crd pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr pp-f np1, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31 vbz av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5348 but we knows it is thus: but we knows it is thus: cc-acp pns12 vvz pn31 vbz av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5349 nay take the doubtfullest man that ever was, which was H•m•n, Psal. 88. 1. O Lord God of my salvation saith he: nay take the doubtfullest man that ever was, which was H•m•n, Psalm 88. 1. Oh Lord God of my salvation Says he: uh-x vvb dt js n1 cst av vbds, r-crq vbds vvn, np1 crd crd uh n1 np1 pp-f po11 n1 vvz pns31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5350 he was able in some measure to speak it, that God was the God of his salvation, he was not totally uncertaine of it; he was able in Some measure to speak it, that God was the God of his salvation, he was not totally uncertain of it; pns31 vbds j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cst np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbds xx av-j j pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5351 wheresoever there is faith, there is some knowledge. wheresoever there is faith, there is Some knowledge. c-crq pc-acp vbz n1, pc-acp vbz d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 451 Page 18
5352 But then you will say, what is the difference, between the uncertainty that is in believers, But then you will say, what is the difference, between the uncertainty that is in believers, cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vbz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 452 Page 18
5353 and other people? it is true that all believers are effectually called of God, but yet a man may be uncertaine; and other people? it is true that all believers Are effectually called of God, but yet a man may be uncertain; cc j-jn n1? pn31 vbz j cst d n2 vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1, cc-acp av dt n1 vmb vbi j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 452 Page 18
5354 now the question is, how differs the uncertainty of a true believer that is called of God, now the question is, how differs the uncertainty of a true believer that is called of God, av dt n1 vbz, q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 452 Page 18
5355 and others? The difference is in these several particulars. and Others? The difference is in these several particulars. cc n2-jn? dt n1 vbz p-acp d j n2-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 452 Page 18
5356 First, A man that is effectually called of God, as it may be he cannot say it, so he cannot deny it; First, A man that is effectually called of God, as it may be he cannot say it, so he cannot deny it; ord, dt n1 cst vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, av pns31 vmbx vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5357 and as in part he cannot say it, so in part he can say it, though he hath a great deal of feare and terror and affrightment; and as in part he cannot say it, so in part he can say it, though he hath a great deal of Fear and terror and affrightment; cc c-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, av p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cs pns31 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5358 and in some measure he cannot say it, yet in some measure he can, Mark. 9. 24. the man there that came to Christ, and in Some measure he cannot say it, yet in Some measure he can, Mark. 9. 24. the man there that Come to christ, cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, av p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb, vvb. crd crd dt n1 a-acp cst vvd p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5359 as he could not simply say that he did believe, so he could not simply deny it, as he could not simply say that he did believe, so he could not simply deny it, c-acp pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi cst pns31 vdd vvi, av pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5360 but he partly did, and partly did not, Lord I believe, help my unbeliefe; but he partly did, and partly did not, Lord I believe, help my unbelief; cc-acp pns31 av vdd, cc av vdd xx, n1 pns11 vvb, vvb po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5361 though he could not say, he had the grace of faith, so he could not deny it: though he could not say, he had the grace of faith, so he could not deny it: cs pns31 vmd xx vvi, pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, av pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5362 but other men, though they would faine say it; but other men, though they would feign say it; cc-acp j-jn n2, cs pns32 vmd av-j vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5363 yet they cannot in spight of their teethes, it makes it appeare (unlesse they be presumptuous) that they do but deceive themselves, yet they cannot in spite of their teethes, it makes it appear (unless they be presumptuous) that they do but deceive themselves, av pns32 vmbx p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, pn31 vvz pn31 vvb (cs pns32 vbb j) cst pns32 vdb p-acp vvi px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5364 and rock themselves asleep in a fooles paradice; and rock themselves asleep in a Fools paradise; cc vvi px32 j p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5365 but the people of God that are called indeed, as they cannot say they are so, so they cannot deny it. but the people of God that Are called indeed, as they cannot say they Are so, so they cannot deny it. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbr vvn av, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi pns32 vbr av, av pns32 vmbx vvi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 453 Page 18
5366 Secondly, They that are called of God effectually, though they do not know it; Secondly, They that Are called of God effectually, though they do not know it; ord, pns32 cst vbr vvn pp-f np1 av-j, cs pns32 vdb xx vvb pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5367 but it may be speak bitter things, as though they were not called, and deny it many times; but it may be speak bitter things, as though they were not called, and deny it many times; cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvb j n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr xx vvn, cc vvi pn31 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5368 yet it is only in their haste, in an odd sit that is come upon them, I sayd in my haste all men are lyars, Psal 31. 22. it was only in his haste, it was only in a pang that came upon him: yet it is only in their haste, in an odd fit that is come upon them, I said in my haste all men Are liars, Psalm 31. 22. it was only in his haste, it was only in a pang that Come upon him: av pn31 vbz av-j p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j vvb cst vbz vvn p-acp pno32, pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1 d n2 vbr n2, np1 crd crd pn31 vbds av-j p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbds av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vvd p-acp pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5369 but now other men, they do not say it in their haste, neither is it only in a passion, but now other men, they do not say it in their haste, neither is it only in a passion, cc-acp av j-jn n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n1, av-dx vbz pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5370 when they question their effectual calling; when they question their effectual calling; c-crq pns32 vvb po32 j n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5371 but they speak it in their sober witts, nay they are never in their sober witts but then; but they speak it in their Sobrium wits, nay they Are never in their Sobrium wits but then; cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 j n2, uh-x pns32 vbr av-x p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5372 for when they think it is otherwise, then they are in a passion, in their haste, they are then in their sober witts and speak most judiciously, for when they think it is otherwise, then they Are in a passion, in their haste, they Are then in their Sobrium wits and speak most judiciously, p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 vbz av, cs pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vbr av p-acp po32 j n2 cc vvb av-ds av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5373 when they say it is not so. when they say it is not so. c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 vbz xx av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 454 Page 18
5374 Thirdly, A godly man as he will say he hath no grace, so he will let others say so too; Thirdly, A godly man as he will say he hath no grace, so he will let Others say so too; ord, dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vhz dx n1, av pns31 vmb vvi n2-jn vvb av av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5375 and it will humble him so much the more, and he will be the more abased, and it will humble him so much the more, and he will be the more abased, cc pn31 vmb vvi pno31 av av-d dt av-dc, cc pns31 vmb vbi dt av-dc vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5376 and caused to seek out more then ever he did before; and caused to seek out more then ever he did before; cc vvd pc-acp vvi av dc cs av pns31 vdd a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5377 but an hypocrite, though he will say in company sometimes, I was never yet wrought upon; but an hypocrite, though he will say in company sometime, I was never yet wrought upon; cc-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 av, pns11 vbds av-x av vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5378 yet if he hears another say so, he begins to mince and saith you are mistaken Sir; yet if he hears Another say so, he begins to mince and Says you Are mistaken Sir; av cs pns31 vvz j-jn n1 av, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvz pn22 vbr vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5379 blessed be God I have beeen wrought upon, they cannot endure to heare that another should say so; blessed be God I have been wrought upon, they cannot endure to hear that Another should say so; vvn vbb np1 pns11 vhb vbn vvn p-acp, pns32 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi d n-jn vmd vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5380 but they make as though they had assurance, and these and these gifts and graces, but they make as though they had assurance, and these and these Gifts and graces, cc-acp pns32 vvb c-acp cs pns32 vhd n1, cc d cc d n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5381 though their own consciences witness to their teeths, that they have it not, yet they cannot abide others should say so: though their own Consciences witness to their teeth's, that they have it not, yet they cannot abide Others should say so: cs po32 d n2 vvi p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vhb pn31 xx, av pns32 vmbx vvi n2-jn vmd vvi av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5382 but a child of God, will not exercise himself in things that are too high for him; but a child of God, will not exercise himself in things that Are too high for him; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb xx vvi px31 p-acp n2 cst vbr av j c-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5383 as he is to seek, so he is content to be taken to be such a one, as he is to seek, so he is content to be taken to be such a one, c-acp pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi, av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbi d dt pi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5384 and when the people of God suspect him, it humbles him, and drives him nearer to God. and when the people of God suspect him, it humbles him, and drives him nearer to God. cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno31, pn31 vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31 jc p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 455 Page 18
5385 Fourthly, Such persons that are effectually called indeed, though they are very ungrounded, and to seek in regard of their effectual calling; Fourthly, Such Persons that Are effectually called indeed, though they Are very ungrounded, and to seek in regard of their effectual calling; ord, d n2 cst vbr av-j vvn av, cs pns32 vbr av j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 18
5386 yet they most love and esteem those that tell them of it, that they may be better grounded, and see God better; yet they most love and esteem those that tell them of it, that they may be better grounded, and see God better; av pns32 av-ds vvb cc vvi d cst vvb pno32 pp-f pn31, cst pns32 vmb vbi jc vvn, cc vvi np1 av-jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5387 when a man comes to them and tells them, you are hypocritical and secure and you neglect duties in your families, when a man comes to them and tells them, you Are hypocritical and secure and you neglect duties in your families, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32 cc vvz pno32, pn22 vbr j cc j cc pn22 vvb n2 p-acp po22 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5388 and you must give over this and that: those that are effectually called of God indeed, will love those that are most sound, and you must give over this and that: those that Are effectually called of God indeed, will love those that Are most found, cc pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d cc d: d cst vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1 av, vmb vvi d cst vbr av-ds j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5389 and most rip them up as it was with Paul, when he was converted; and most rip them up as it was with Paul, when he was converted; cc ds vvb pno32 a-acp c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5390 at first the Disciples questioned him, Act. 9. 26. they would not believe that he was a convert; At First the Disciples questioned him, Act. 9. 26. they would not believe that he was a convert; p-acp ord dt n2 vvd pno31, n1 crd crd pns32 vmd xx vvi cst pns31 vbds dt vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5391 did Paul now stomack them, and shew himself offended? no, Paul did go on to manifest the truth of his grace more and more, till at last it did manifest it self: did Paul now stomach them, and show himself offended? no, Paul did go on to manifest the truth of his grace more and more, till At last it did manifest it self: vdd np1 av n1 pno32, cc vvi px31 vvn? uh-dx, np1 vdd vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-dc cc av-dc, c-acp p-acp ord pn31 vdd vvi pn31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5392 so those that are effectually called, they love those most that are godly, and question most their sincerity, and it humbles them; so those that Are effectually called, they love those most that Are godly, and question most their sincerity, and it humbles them; av d cst vbr av-j vvn, pns32 vvb d av-ds cst vbr j, cc n1 av-ds po32 n1, cc pn31 vvz pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5393 and they love a life to be in such company, and they cannot abide those that dawbe them up with untempered mo•ter; and they love a life to be in such company, and they cannot abide those that daub them up with untempered mo•ter; cc pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, cc pns32 vmbx vvi d cst vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5394 but an hypocrite though his own conscience questions it, and he is as one in a wilderness, but an hypocrite though his own conscience questions it, and he is as one in a Wilderness, cc-acp dt n1 cs po31 d n1 n2 pn31, cc pns31 vbz p-acp pi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5395 and in darkness, that knows not whither he goeth, yet he cannot abide another should beare him down so. and in darkness, that knows not whither he Goes, yet he cannot abide Another should bear him down so. cc p-acp n1, cst vvz xx c-crq pns31 vvz, av pns31 vmbx vvi j-jn vmd vvi pno31 a-acp av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 456 Page 19
5396 Fifthly, The uncertainty of the people of God breaks their hearts, and pulls them down before God, it bursts their hearts, Fifthly, The uncertainty of the people of God breaks their hearts, and pulls them down before God, it bursts their hearts, ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz po32 n2, cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, pn31 vvz po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5397 and tears, and rends them, that they are not able to endure; and tears, and rends them, that they Are not able to endure; cc n2, cc vvz pno32, cst pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5398 they must have the favour of God, and the light of his countenance, and know where they are, they must have the favour of God, and the Light of his countenance, and know where they Are, pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvb c-crq pns32 vbr, (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5399 and the things given them of God; and the things given them of God; cc dt n2 vvn pno32 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5400 and they count themselves to have done nothing till they come to this, as David was in this case, Psal. 55. 5. he was in a miserable case, and they count themselves to have done nothing till they come to this, as David was in this case, Psalm 55. 5. he was in a miserable case, cc pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vhi vdn pix p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d, c-acp np1 vbds p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5401 as if he were quite lost: as if he were quite lost: c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5402 what did this make him do? I w•nt to God and mourned in my prayer, what did this make him do? I w•nt to God and mourned in my prayer, r-crq vdd d vvi pno31 vdi? pns11 vvb p-acp np1 cc vvd p-acp po11 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5403 and cryed unto him, as you may see in the beginning of the Psalm, it made him mourne before God, till the light of his countenance shined upon his soul; and cried unto him, as you may see in the beginning of the Psalm, it made him mourn before God, till the Light of his countenance shined upon his soul; cc vvd p-acp pno31, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvd pno31 vvi p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5404 but a wretched heart that hopes he is called, though his conscience doubts of it, this breaks not his heart, but a wretched heart that hope's he is called, though his conscience doubts of it, this breaks not his heart, cc-acp dt j n1 cst vvz pns31 vbz vvn, cs po31 n1 n2 pp-f pn31, d vvz xx po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5405 nor awakens him, but his vaine hopes build him up, and so he is kept off from being right as he ought to be. nor awakens him, but his vain hope's built him up, and so he is kept off from being right as he ought to be. ccx vvz pno31, cc-acp po31 j n2 vvi pno31 a-acp, cc av pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp vbg j-jn p-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vbi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 457 Page 19
5406 Againe, those that are effectually called, though they be uncertaine, yet they believe they shall be certaine, Again, those that Are effectually called, though they be uncertain, yet they believe they shall be certain, av, d cst vbr av-j vvn, cs pns32 vbb j, av pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5407 and they follow hard after God, till he give them assurance, and they build upon it, that they shall have it one day, and this builds them up: and they follow hard After God, till he give them assurance, and they built upon it, that they shall have it one day, and this builds them up: cc pns32 vvb av-j p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vvb pno32 n1, cc pns32 vvb p-acp pn31, cst pns32 vmb vhi pn31 crd n1, cc d vvz pno32 a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5408 as it was with Mr. Moore of Norwich a reverend Divine, in all his Sermons for the most part, he would in one passage or other move his people to get assurance, in the end he sickened himself, as it was with Mr. More of Norwich a reverend Divine, in all his Sermons for the most part, he would in one passage or other move his people to get assurance, in the end he sickened himself, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp n1 n1 pp-f np1 dt j-jn j-jn, p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp dt av-ds n1, pns31 vmd p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5409 and called for all the good people in his parish, and told them, you know what Doctrine I have delivered to you; and called for all the good people in his parish, and told them, you know what Doctrine I have Delivered to you; cc vvn p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd pno32, pn22 vvb r-crq n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5410 and amongst the rest, this was one that I frequently beate upon, that you would labour to be assured; and among the rest, this was one that I frequently beat upon, that you would labour to be assured; cc p-acp dt n1, d vbds pi cst pns11 av-j vvd p-acp, cst pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5411 now I must tell you that I never had assurance to my selfe, but I did ever look for it; now I must tell you that I never had assurance to my self, but I did ever look for it; av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 cst pns11 av-x vhd n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc-acp pns11 vdd av vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5412 and now by the mercy of God I have it, and as I preached this doctrine to you when I was living ▪ so now I say unto you being a dying man, labour to get assurance; and now by the mercy of God I have it, and as I preached this Doctrine to you when I was living ▪ so now I say unto you being a dying man, labour to get assurance; cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns11 vhb pn31, cc c-acp pns11 vvd d n1 p-acp pn22 c-crq pns11 vbds vvg ▪ av av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 vbg dt j-vvg n1, vvb pc-acp vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5413 so that he did verily believe that he should have it in the end, though as yet he had it not, so that he did verily believe that he should have it in the end, though as yet he had it not, av cst pns31 vdd av-j vvi cst pns31 vmd vhi pn31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp c-acp av pns31 vhd pn31 xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5414 and this stayed his soul to go on in all his wayes: as David, when he was cast down, and had much ado to keep his hold, and this stayed his soul to go on in all his ways: as David, when he was cast down, and had much ado to keep his hold, cc d vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d po31 n2: c-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, cc vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5415 and had no assurance at that time; and had no assurance At that time; cc vhd dx n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5416 Why art thou cast down O my soul? why art thou disquieted within me, hope thou in God, Why art thou cast down Oh my soul? why art thou disquieted within me, hope thou in God, c-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp uh po11 n1? q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp pno11, vvb pns21 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5417 for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance and my God, Psal. 42. 11. though he were cast down and dejected, this was his stay, I shall yet praise him, &c. he did verily believe he should rejoyce in his holy name, for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance and my God, Psalm 42. 11. though he were cast down and dejected, this was his stay, I shall yet praise him, etc. he did verily believe he should rejoice in his holy name, c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc po11 n1, np1 crd crd c-acp pns31 vbdr vvn a-acp cc vvn, d vbds po31 n1, pns11 vmb av vvi pno31, av pns31 vdd av-j vvi pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5418 and overcome those distresses, and have the Lords mercy sealed to his soule, and have his mouth filled with his praises, Why art thou cast down O my soul? I shall yet rejoyce in his holy name, I shall yet shew forth his prayses, I shall yet be able to apply his promises, and overcome those Distresses, and have the lords mercy sealed to his soul, and have his Mouth filled with his praises, Why art thou cast down Oh my soul? I shall yet rejoice in his holy name, I shall yet show forth his praises, I shall yet be able to apply his promises, cc vvi d n2, cc vhb dt ng1 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vhb po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp uh po11 n1? pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp po31 j n1, pns11 vmb av vvi av po31 n2, pns11 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5419 and be able to say he is my God and my Redeemer. Againe, the children of God, that are effectually called, though they doubt never so much, and be able to say he is my God and my Redeemer. Again, the children of God, that Are effectually called, though they doubt never so much, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi pns31 vbz po11 n1 cc po11 n1. av, dt n2 pp-f np1, cst vbr av-j vvn, cs pns32 vvb av-x av av-d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 458 Page 19
5420 yet their faith is of a contrary nature to their doubting, and excludes doubting, Mat. 21. If you believe and have faith, yet their faith is of a contrary nature to their doubting, and excludes doubting, Mathew 21. If you believe and have faith, av po32 n1 vbz pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg, cc vvz vvg, np1 crd cs pn22 vvb cc vhb n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 459 Page 19
5421 and doubt not, saith the text; and doubt not, Says the text; cc vvb xx, vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 459 Page 19
5422 not as though faith cannot have doubtings stand with it, but faith is of that nature, not as though faith cannot have doubtings stand with it, but faith is of that nature, xx p-acp c-acp n1 vmbx vhi n2 vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp n1 vbz pp-f d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 459 Page 20
5423 as excludes, and expells doubtings, and fights against it, as fire against water, and such a man fights against doubtings, as excludes, and expels doubtings, and fights against it, as fire against water, and such a man fights against doubtings, c-acp vvz, cc vvz n2, cc vvz p-acp pn31, c-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc d dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 459 Page 20
5424 as he would •ight against temptations; to murther & adultery; as he would •ight against temptations; to murder & adultery; c-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n2; pc-acp vvi cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 459 Page 20
5425 he knows that infidelity is the mother of all sinne, and therefore faith fights against doubting, he knows that infidelity is the mother of all sin, and Therefore faith fights against doubting, pns31 vvz d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc av n1 vvz p-acp vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 459 Page 20
5426 and goeth to the throne of grace to be established. Lastly, Though a child of God doubt of his condition; and Goes to the throne of grace to be established. Lastly, Though a child of God doubt of his condition; cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 459 Page 20
5427 yet this is certaine, that Christ is the power of God to that man, though he know not whether he be effectually called by Christ, yet this is certain, that christ is the power of God to that man, though he know not whither he be effectually called by christ, av d vbz j, cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cs pns31 vvb xx cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5428 yet Christ is the power of •od to his soul, as 1 Cor, 1. 24. Ʋnto them which are called Christ is the power of God, and the wisdom of God. yet christ is the power of •od to his soul, as 1 Cor, 1. 24. Ʋnto them which Are called christ is the power of God, and the Wisdom of God. av np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f j p-acp po31 n1, c-acp crd fw-la, crd crd np1 pno32 r-crq vbr vvn np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5429 He is powerful to his soul, for the humbling, awakening, quickenning of him, for strengthening of him against sinne, He is powerful to his soul, for the humbling, awakening, quickening of him, for strengthening of him against sin, pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt vvg, n-vvg, n-vvg pp-f pno31, p-acp vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5430 for the making him hold out in the waies of God: for the making him hold out in the ways of God: p-acp dt vvg pno31 vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5431 he is of power to him in all his ordinances, in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in all his wayes: he is of power to him in all his ordinances, in prayer, in hearing the Word, and in all his ways: pns31 vbz pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp n1, p-acp vvg dt n1, cc p-acp d po31 n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5432 But it is not so with others that question the effectual calling, Christ is not the power of God to them, Christ is of no effect to them; But it is not so with Others that question the effectual calling, christ is not the power of God to them, christ is of no Effect to them; cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av p-acp n2-jn cst vvb dt j n-vvg, np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, np1 vbz pp-f dx n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5433 he may be of some effect, for enlightnings, and stirrings, and outward reformation; he may be of Some Effect, for enlightenings, and stirrings, and outward Reformation; pns31 vmb vbi pp-f d n1, c-acp n2, cc n2, cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5434 but to bring them to goodness, and holiness indeed, and to hatred against sinne, Christ is not the power of God to those persons, but to bring them to Goodness, and holiness indeed, and to hatred against sin, christ is not the power of God to those Persons, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc n1 av, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1, np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5435 but he is foolishness to them. but he is foolishness to them. cc-acp pns31 vbz n1 p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 460 Page 20
5436 Now the next thing that I will shew you, is a point that hath been a little touched; Now the next thing that I will show you, is a point that hath been a little touched; av dt ord n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi pn22, vbz dt n1 cst vhz vbn dt j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 461 Page 20
5437 but I will passe over what hath been spoken, and will speak more at large of it: but I will pass over what hath been spoken, and will speak more At large of it: cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc vmb vvi av-dc p-acp j pp-f pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 461 Page 20
5438 I desire to speak more particularly, and punctually of this same effectual calling. And the first point we will take out of it is this; I desire to speak more particularly, and punctually of this same effectual calling. And the First point we will take out of it is this; pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j, cc av-j pp-f d d j n-vvg. cc dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f pn31 vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 461 Page 20
5439 that effectual calling is the first gathering of men unto Christ, the first making of men to come to Christ, the first putting of a man into the estate of grace, it is the very portall •o religion, the very entry into eternal life; that effectual calling is the First gathering of men unto christ, the First making of men to come to christ, the First putting of a man into the estate of grace, it is the very portal •o Religion, the very entry into Eternal life; cst j n-vvg vbz dt ord vvg pp-f n2 p-acp np1, dt ord vvg pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 av n1, dt j n1 p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5440 it is the first bringing of a man to pertake of the Lord Jesus Christ, and to have fellowship with him: it is the First bringing of a man to partake of the Lord jesus christ, and to have fellowship with him: pn31 vbz dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cc pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5441 so it is called in Scripture, the gathering of the elect home, Isa. 56. 8. I will gather (saith the Lord) the out casts of Israel: so it is called in Scripture, the gathering of the elect home, Isaiah 56. 8. I will gather (Says the Lord) the out Cast of Israel: av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-vvn av-an, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi (vvz dt n1) dt av vvz pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5442 he prophesieth there of the effectual calling of the Gentiles; he Prophesieth there of the effectual calling of the Gentiles; pns31 vvz a-acp pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n2-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5443 and God saith here, this is the first thing that I will do, I will gather them to my people, I will make them come home to the Lord Jesus Christ• this is set forth unto us by our Saviour Christ in two principal parables, one of the Net. and God Says Here, this is the First thing that I will do, I will gather them to my people, I will make them come home to the Lord jesus Christ• this is Set forth unto us by our Saviour christ in two principal parables, one of the Net. cc np1 vvz av, d vbz dt ord n1 cst pns11 vmb vdi, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 vvn av-an p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 d vbz vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n1 np1 p-acp crd j-jn n2, crd pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5444 Mat. 13. 47, 48. againe, the Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a N•t, &c. So that here speaking of the effectual calling of people, this is said to be the first act of God in it; Mathew 13. 47, 48. again, the Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a N•t, etc. So that Here speaking of the effectual calling of people, this is said to be the First act of God in it; np1 crd crd, crd av, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, av av cst av vvg pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f n1, d vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5445 namely, the gathering of them for the Kingdom of heaven by the preaching of the Word, namely, the gathering of them for the Kingdom of heaven by the preaching of the Word, av, dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5446 and this net is the Gospel that is preached ▪ the sea is this world, the fishes are men, and this net is the Gospel that is preached ▪ the sea is this world, the Fish Are men, cc d n1 vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn ▪ dt n1 vbz d n1, dt n2 vbr n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5447 and the good and bad are elect, and reprobate; (not as though the elect were good before they are effectually called, and the good and bad Are elect, and Reprobate; (not as though the elect were good before they Are effectually called, cc dt j cc j vbr j, cc n-jn; (xx c-acp cs dt n-vvn vbdr j c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5448 but they are called good, because of Gods designation and decree to make them good; but they Are called good, Because of God's designation and Decree to make them good; cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn j, c-acp pp-f ng1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5449 and he looks upon them as such as shall be good, and such as he hath purposed to make good in his time) Now the Gospel doth draw out of the world Gods elect (by a general call, it calls both elect and reprobate) but effectual calling, is the gathering of good fishes, that in the end of the world shall be put into vessels by themselves, and he looks upon them as such as shall be good, and such as he hath purposed to make good in his time) Now the Gospel does draw out of the world God's elect (by a general call, it calls both elect and Reprobate) but effectual calling, is the gathering of good Fish, that in the end of the world shall be put into vessels by themselves, cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp d c-acp vmb vbi j, cc d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi j p-acp po31 n1) av dt n1 vdz vvi av pp-f dt n1 npg1 vvi (p-acp dt n1 vvb, pn31 vvz d j cc j-jn) p-acp j n-vvg, vbz dt n-vvg pp-f j n2, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5450 so that effectual calling, the first act of it, is the gathering of men home to God; so that effectual calling, the First act of it, is the gathering of men home to God; av cst j n-vvg, dt ord n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dt n-vvg pp-f n2 av-an p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5451 the other parable is, Luk. 15. 4, 5. What man having lost an hundred sheep, &c. all the lost sheep of Israel, and of Gods election that are in their lost estate, the other parable is, Luk. 15. 4, 5. What man having lost an hundred sheep, etc. all the lost sheep of Israel, and of God's election that Are in their lost estate, dt j-jn n1 vbz, np1 crd crd, crd q-crq n1 vhg vvn dt crd n1, av d dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f ng1 n1 cst vbr p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5452 as well as other people, before God takes them in hand: as well as other people, before God Takes them in hand: c-acp av c-acp j-jn n1, c-acp np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5453 here you see the first act God doth towards them, before which they were altogether lost, and are now found againe; Here you see the First act God does towards them, before which they were altogether lost, and Are now found again; av pn22 vvb dt ord n1 np1 vdz p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr av vvn, cc vbr av vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5454 is the fetching of them home, the taking of them upon Christ his shoulders, and bringing them home unto him: is the fetching of them home, the taking of them upon christ his shoulders, and bringing them home unto him: vbz dt vvg pp-f pno32 av-an, dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp np1 po31 n2, cc vvg pno32 av-an p-acp pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5455 I say, effectual calling, it is Gods first making of a man to come to Christ, you may see it, 1 Pet. 2. 4. To whom coming as to a living stone, ye also are built up, &c. he alludes unto their first effectual calling, I say, effectual calling, it is God's First making of a man to come to christ, you may see it, 1 Pet. 2. 4. To whom coming as to a living stone, you also Are built up, etc. he alludes unto their First effectual calling, pns11 vvb, j n1, pn31 vbz ng1 ord vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pn22 vmb vvi pn31, crd np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq vvg a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pn22 av vbr vvn a-acp, av pns31 vvz p-acp po32 ord j n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5456 when God did first deale with them, he made them to come to him to be put into this building; when God did First deal with them, he made them to come to him to be put into this building; c-crq np1 vdd ord vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 20
5457 the children of God after that they are effectually called, are said to be in this building, the children of God After that they Are effectually called, Are said to be in this building, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp cst pns32 vbr av-j vvn, vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5458 but this first act of God, is the putting of them into this building; but this First act of God, is the putting of them into this building; cc-acp d ord n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5459 the bringing of them to be laid into this excellent edifice, for there is no such building in the world, is it a building, whose foundation is Christ, and all the Saints of God are built upon it; the bringing of them to be laid into this excellent edifice, for there is no such building in the world, is it a building, whose Foundation is christ, and all the Saints of God Are built upon it; dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz pn31 dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbz np1, cc d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5460 it is the most admirable building in the world: now effectual calling brings a man, and layes him into this building; it is the most admirable building in the world: now effectual calling brings a man, and lays him into this building; pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1: av j n-vvg vvz dt n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5461 before a man is effectually called he is as a stray sheep, as a sheep scattered abroad, before a man is effectually called he is as a stray sheep, as a sheep scattered abroad, p-acp dt n1 vbz av-j vvn pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5462 and roaming and ranging up and down the waies of sin, and of death, whom the devil hath po•nded as a stray; and roaming and ranging up and down the ways of since, and of death, whom the Devil hath po•nded as a stray; cc vvg cc vvg a-acp cc a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, ro-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5463 he is departed from God, and is roaming up and down in the world; he is departed from God, and is roaming up and down in the world; pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc vbz vvg a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5464 he is in a lost estate, till God come with this effectual calling and bring him home, 1 Pet. 2. 25. For ye were as sheep going astray, he is in a lost estate, till God come with this effectual calling and bring him home, 1 Pet. 2. 25. For you were as sheep going astray, pns31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1, c-acp np1 vvb p-acp d j n-vvg cc vvi pno31 av-an, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pn22 vbdr p-acp n1 vvg av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5465 but are now returned to your shepheard; but Are now returned to your shepherd; cc-acp vbr av vvn p-acp po22 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5466 that is, ever since your effectual calling you are come home to God, that was your returning time; that is, ever since your effectual calling you Are come home to God, that was your returning time; cst vbz, av c-acp po22 j n1 pn22 vbr vvn av-an p-acp np1, cst vbds po22 vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5467 before you were as chickens subject to the kite, till this •hen gathered you under her wings, and made you safe: before you were as chickens Subject to the kite, till this •hen gathered you under her wings, and made you safe: c-acp pn22 vbdr c-acp n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1, c-acp d av vvd pn22 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvd pn22 j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5468 so againe, it is called the drawing of a man unto Christ, Joh. 6. 44. No man cometh to me, except the Father draweth him; so again, it is called the drawing of a man unto christ, John 6. 44. No man comes to me, except the Father draws him; av av, pn31 vbz vvn dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dx n1 vvz p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5469 that is except the Father effectually call him, he cannot come unto me; that is except the Father effectually call him, he cannot come unto me; cst vbz p-acp dt n1 av-j vvi pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5470 now this bare and naked calling cannot do it without drawing, therefore it is here called drawing of a man, now this bore and naked calling cannot do it without drawing, Therefore it is Here called drawing of a man, av d j cc j n-vvg vmbx vdi pn31 p-acp vvg, av pn31 vbz av vvn vvg pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5471 before which a man was altogether out of Christ: before which a man was altogether out of christ: p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbds av av pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5472 therefore this is the first act God performes upon a man, to draw him to Christ; Therefore this is the First act God performs upon a man, to draw him to christ; av d vbz dt ord n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5473 the man is as unwilling to come to Christ naturally, as any else; the man is as unwilling to come to christ naturally, as any Else; dt n1 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 av-j, c-acp d av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5474 his lusts draw him another way, and he is as heavy as a milstone, and his heart is lumpish to the things of God, till the father draws him, his Lustiest draw him Another Way, and he is as heavy as a millstone, and his heart is lumpish to the things of God, till the father draws him, po31 n2 vvi pno31 j-jn n1, cc pns31 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5475 and pulls his affections, and thoughts, and minde to come home unto Christ; this is the first act God doth; and pulls his affections, and thoughts, and mind to come home unto christ; this is the First act God does; cc vvz po31 n2, cc n2, cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-an p-acp np1; d vbz dt ord n1 np1 vdz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5476 and againe, it is called the bringing of a man to Christ, Joh. 10. 16. other sheep also have I, saith Christ, which I must bring unto this fold, he speaks here how that he means to call the Gentiles, (all the elect of God among them) now because they cannot come, they have no strength of their own to come, and again, it is called the bringing of a man to christ, John 10. 16. other sheep also have I, Says christ, which I must bring unto this fold, he speaks Here how that he means to call the Gentiles, (all the elect of God among them) now Because they cannot come, they have no strength of their own to come, cc av, pn31 vbz vvn dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd j-jn n1 av vhb pns11, vvz np1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz av c-crq cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2-j, (d dt j-vvn pp-f np1 p-acp pno32) av c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f po32 d pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5477 therefore he saith, he must bring them unto him. Againe, there must be application of Christ unto a man; Therefore he Says, he must bring them unto him. Again, there must be application of christ unto a man; av pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp pno31. av, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 462 Page 21
5478 now effectual calling is the first step to the application of the Lord Jesus Christ to a man; now effectual calling is the First step to the application of the Lord jesus christ to a man; av j n-vvg vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5479 we know the Lord Jesus is the Redeemer of the world, he hath taken away the sinnes of the world, satisfied the wrath of God, wrought righteousness for Gods elect, he hath overcome death, we know the Lord jesus is the Redeemer of the world, he hath taken away the Sins of the world, satisfied the wrath of God, wrought righteousness for God's elect, he hath overcome death, pns12 vvb dt n1 np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd n1 p-acp n2 vvb, pns31 vhz vvn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5480 and sinne, and Satan, and hath expiated for us, and wrought an everlasting salvation by his own death and passion, in the daies of his flesh, Christ hath done this; and sin, and Satan, and hath expiated for us, and wrought an everlasting salvation by his own death and passion, in the days of his Flesh, christ hath done this; cc n1, cc np1, cc vhz vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvd dt j n1 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, np1 vhz vdn d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5481 now except this be applied to a man, what is a man the nearer? now the first step of the application of the redemption of Christ is wrought by this effectual calling of a man unto him: now except this be applied to a man, what is a man the nearer? now the First step of the application of the redemption of christ is wrought by this effectual calling of a man unto him: av c-acp d vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 dt jc? av dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5482 then the Lord begins to make a man have union with Jesus Christ, before a man was like a branch out of the vine, a dead branch that could do nothing, he could not repent, then the Lord begins to make a man have Union with jesus christ, before a man was like a branch out of the vine, a dead branch that could do nothing, he could not Repent, av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 vhb n1 p-acp np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 vbds av-j dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 cst vmd vdi pix, pns31 vmd xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5483 or serve God, or please God, or do any thing, he was estranged in minde and heart, and will: or serve God, or please God, or do any thing, he was estranged in mind and heart, and will: cc vvi np1, cc vvb np1, cc vdb d n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vmb: (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5484 but when God doth effectually call a man, he doth first work this application of Christ, that a man may have union with him, but when God does effectually call a man, he does First work this application of christ, that a man may have Union with him, cc-acp c-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi dt n1, pns31 vdz ord vvi d n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5485 and effectual calling is the first putting of a man into the estate of grace; and effectual calling is the First putting of a man into the estate of grace; cc j n-vvg vbz dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5486 the first estating of a man into eternal life, it is the first ingraffing of a man into the Son of God, it is the putting on of Christ; the First estating of a man into Eternal life, it is the First Engrafting of a man into the Son of God, it is the putting on of christ; dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1, pn31 vbz dt ord n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt vvg p-acp pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5487 the Saints of God, after they are called weare Christ, and walke in Christ: but at a mans first effectual calling, there is the putting of him on: the Saints of God, After they Are called wear christ, and walk in christ: but At a men First effectual calling, there is the putting of him on: dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn vvi np1, cc vvi p-acp np1: cc-acp p-acp dt ng1 ord j n-vvg, pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f pno31 a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5488 it is the first notice that a man hath of salvation, the first tydings that comes to the soul of eternal redemption by Jesus Christ; it is the First notice that a man hath of salvation, the First tidings that comes to the soul of Eternal redemption by jesus christ; pn31 vbz dt ord n1 cst dt n1 vhz pp-f n1, dt ord n2 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5489 people heare it with their outward ears before, but never do they come to heare this in their souls and spirits till now; people hear it with their outward ears before, but never do they come to hear this in their Souls and spirits till now; n1 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 j n2 a-acp, cc-acp av vdb pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 c-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5490 this is the first notice and inkling of it; this is the First notice and inkling of it; d vbz dt ord n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5491 when God doth effectually call them, then he begins this work, as Col. 1. 6. which Word is come unto you (speaking of the Gospel) it is come unto you, when God does effectually call them, then he begins this work, as Col. 1. 6. which Word is come unto you (speaking of the Gospel) it is come unto you, c-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi pno32, cs pns31 vvz d n1, c-acp np1 crd crd r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22 (vvg pp-f dt n1) pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5492 and bringeth forth fruit, since the day you heard of it, and knew the grace of God in truth; and brings forth fruit, since the day you herd of it, and knew the grace of God in truth; cc vvz av n1, c-acp dt n1 pn22 vvd pp-f pn31, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5493 that is, since the day you were effectually called, then was the first time of hearing this blessed Gospel; that is, since the day you were effectually called, then was the First time of hearing this blessed Gospel; d vbz, c-acp dt n1 pn22 vbdr av-j vvn, av vbds dt ord n1 pp-f vvg d j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 21
5494 your ears were deaf till then, your hearts were dead in sins and trespasses till then; your ears were deaf till then, your hearts were dead in Sins and Trespasses till then; po22 n2 vbdr j c-acp av, po22 n2 vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2 c-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5495 but when you were effectually called, then was the first knowing of the grace of God in truth; but when you were effectually called, then was the First knowing of the grace of God in truth; cc-acp c-crq pn22 vbdr av-j vvn, av vbds dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5496 therefore it is called in Scripture, the first beginning of God to do a man good: Therefore it is called in Scripture, the First beginning of God to do a man good: av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt ord n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5497 it is the first beginning of all the goodness of God towards a man, as Phil. 1. 6. being confident in this, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it till the day of Jesus Christ; it is the First beginning of all the Goodness of God towards a man, as Philip 1. 6. being confident in this, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it till the day of jesus christ; pn31 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 crd crd vbg j p-acp d, cst pns31 r-crq vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp pn22, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5498 that is, he that did effectually call you, as he did begin a good work in you, that is, he that did effectually call you, as he did begin a good work in you, cst vbz, pns31 cst vdd av-j vvi pn22, c-acp pns31 vdd vvi dt j n1 p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5499 and did begin to put forth his eternal good will and pleasure in you, and powred forth the beginning of his mercy, and did begin to put forth his Eternal good will and pleasure in you, and poured forth the beginning of his mercy, cc vdd vvi pc-acp vvi av po31 j j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvd av dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5500 and grace and favour into your souls; and grace and favour into your Souls; cc n1 cc n1 p-acp po22 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5501 now he that hath done this, will never leave it, till he hath brought it to perfection. now he that hath done this, will never leave it, till he hath brought it to perfection. av pns31 cst vhz vdn d, vmb av-x vvi pn31, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5502 So againe, it is called the first building of a man for heaven, this is done in effectual calling, Acts 15. 14. Sim•on hath declared how God at the first did visit the Gentiles (saith the text) to take out of them a people for his name; So again, it is called the First building of a man for heaven, this is done in effectual calling, Acts 15. 14. Sim•on hath declared how God At the First did visit the Gentiles (Says the text) to take out of them a people for his name; av av, pn31 vbz vvn dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, d vbz vdn p-acp j n-vvg, n2 crd crd np1 vhz vvn c-crq np1 p-acp dt ord vdd vvi dt np1 (vvz dt n1) pc-acp vvi av pp-f pno32 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5503 that is, the Word had effectually called the Gentiles, and this ver. 16. is called the first building of the Gentiles, that is, the Word had effectually called the Gentiles, and this for. 16. is called the First building of the Gentiles, d vbz, dt n1 vhd av-j vvn dt n2-j, cc d p-acp. crd vbz vvn dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5504 and the first plucking of them out of the other people of the world, to be a people of God. and the First plucking of them out of the other people of the world, to be a people of God. cc dt ord vvg pp-f pno32 av pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5505 This is the first day of a child of Gods consecration, it is called the forming of Christ in a mans heart, This is the First day of a child of God's consecration, it is called the forming of christ in a men heart, d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pn31 vbz vvn dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5506 when a man comes to be formed in the womb of the Church, before he was a non ens, he had no being in the world, he was but a natural man; when a man comes to be formed in the womb of the Church, before he was a non ens, he had no being in the world, he was but a natural man; c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbds dt fw-fr fw-la, pns31 vhd dx vbg p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5507 but this new workmanship never came into the world till now, when a man is effectually called. but this new workmanship never Come into the world till now, when a man is effectually called. cc-acp d j n1 av-x vvd p-acp dt n1 c-acp av, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5508 So againe, it is called a mans first entring into Christ, enter in at the straight-gate, So again, it is called a men First entering into christ, enter in At the straight-gate, av av, pn31 vbz vvn dt ng1 ord n-vvg p-acp np1, vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5509 as who should say, obey the call of God, come in; as who should say, obey the call of God, come in; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5510 a mans effectual calling, is a mans first entring into the estate of grace (I speak the more largely of it, a men effectual calling, is a men First entering into the estate of grace (I speak the more largely of it, dt ng1 j n-vvg, vbz dt ng1 ord n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (pns11 vvb dt av-dc av-j pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5511 because I would have you understand the Scripture that speaks of it in these phrases) I say, effectual calling is the first step to the application of Jesus Christ, the first step of putting a man into the estate of grace, the first bringing of a man to Christ. Because I would have you understand the Scripture that speaks of it in these phrases) I say, effectual calling is the First step to the application of jesus christ, the First step of putting a man into the estate of grace, the First bringing of a man to christ. c-acp pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vvb dt n1 cst vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2) pns11 vvb, j n-vvg vbz dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, dt ord n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 463 Page 22
5512 The first reason of this is, because, before effectual calling, a man was without out Christ, The First reason of this is, Because, before effectual calling, a man was without out christ, dt ord n1 pp-f d vbz, c-acp, p-acp j n-vvg, dt n1 vbds p-acp av np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5513 and had no interest in Christ, no communion or fellowship with Christ, he was altogether dead in trespasses and sinnes, a cursed creature, a damned creature, in the estate of sinne and condemnation; and had no Interest in christ, no communion or fellowship with christ, he was altogether dead in Trespasses and Sins, a cursed creature, a damned creature, in the estate of sin and condemnation; cc vhd dx n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbds av j p-acp n2 cc n2, dt j-vvn n1, dt j-vvn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5514 whatever parts or gifts he had, all were no better then may be in a reprobate, Eph. 2. 12. before that time you were without Christ, aliens and strangers from the commonwealth of Israel; whatever parts or Gifts he had, all were no better then may be in a Reprobate, Ephesians 2. 12. before that time you were without christ, aliens and Strangers from the commonwealth of Israel; r-crq n2 cc n2 pns31 vhd, d vbdr dx jc cs vmb vbi p-acp dt n-jn, np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 pn22 vbdr p-acp np1, n2-jn cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5515 may be you were civil, but you had no union with Christ; may be you were civil, but you had no Union with christ; vmb vbi pn22 vbdr j, cc-acp pn22 vhd dx n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5516 though you were constant hearers of the Word (which is a laudable thing) yet you had no union with Christ; though you were constant hearers of the Word (which is a laudable thing) yet you had no Union with christ; cs pn22 vbdr j n2 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1) av pn22 vhd dx n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5517 may be you were decked with admirable qualities and jewels, as the Prophet shews; a man may be decked with golden vertues, and afterwards turne to drosse; may be you were decked with admirable qualities and Jewels, as the Prophet shows; a man may be decked with golden Virtues, and afterwards turn to dross; vmb vbi pn22 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc av vvb p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5518 a man may have admirable things in him, before he hath this; a man may have admirable things in him, before he hath this; dt n1 vmb vhi j n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vhz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5519 but there was nothing of God in a man, nothing of Christ in a man, no saving operation of Gods Spirit at all in a man, no union with Christ: but there was nothing of God in a man, nothing of christ in a man, no Saving operation of God's Spirit At all in a man, no Union with christ: cc-acp a-acp vbds pix pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pix pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, dx j-vvg n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1, dx n1 p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5520 this is the first passage of a man from death to life, from nature to grace, from the devil to God, we are passed from death to life (saith the Apostle) this is an allusion to a mans effectual calling, afterwards a man brings forth the fruits of life, and is alive to God; this is the First passage of a man from death to life, from nature to grace, from the Devil to God, we Are passed from death to life (Says the Apostle) this is an allusion to a men effectual calling, afterwards a man brings forth the fruits of life, and is alive to God; d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 (vvz dt n1) d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 j n-vvg, av dt n1 vvz av dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vbz j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5521 but when a man is first effectually called, there is his passage from death to life, he was a dead man before. but when a man is First effectually called, there is his passage from death to life, he was a dead man before. cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz ord av-j vvn, pc-acp vbz po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbds dt j n1 a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5522 Now this effectual calling therefore is the first work that is wrought in a man, because it is the first passage of a man from death to life; Now this effectual calling Therefore is the First work that is wrought in a man, Because it is the First passage of a man from death to life; av d j n-vvg av vbz dt ord n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5523 it is a transition from sinne, hell, and damnation, to be in Christ; it is a transition from sin, hell, and damnation, to be in christ; pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5524 therefore marke how Peter speaks, when he had a hope that his hearers were effectually called, Acts 8. 40. Save your selves (saith he) from this untoward generation; as who should say, this is your first parting from the world, the first shaking of hands, Therefore mark how Peter speaks, when he had a hope that his hearers were effectually called, Acts 8. 40. Save your selves (Says he) from this untoward generation; as who should say, this is your First parting from the world, the First shaking of hands, av vvb c-crq np1 vvz, c-crq pns31 vhd dt n1 cst po31 n2 vbdr av-j vvn, n2 crd crd p-acp po22 n2 (vvz pns31) p-acp d j n1; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz po22 ord n-vvg p-acp dt n1, dt ord n-vvg pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5525 and bidding them farewell, if you be effectually called as you seem to be, come out from among them, and bidding them farewell, if you be effectually called as you seem to be, come out from among them, cc vvg pno32 n1, cs pn22 vbb av-j vvn c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi, vvb av p-acp p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5526 and save your selves from this untoward generation, this is the first bursting of the bonds between you and sin; and save your selves from this untoward generation, this is the First bursting of the bonds between you and since; cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp d j n1, d vbz dt ord vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp pn22 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5527 the first breaking of the league between you and carnal company; the First breaking of the league between you and carnal company; dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22 cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 22
5528 now save your selves from this untoward generation, and make it appeare that you are called, this the Apostle sheweth, Gal. 1. 13. that before he was called he had nothing in him at all; now save your selves from this untoward generation, and make it appear that you Are called, this the Apostle shows, Gal. 1. 13. that before he was called he had nothing in him At all; av vvb po22 n2 p-acp d j n1, cc vvi pn31 vvi cst pn22 vbr vvn, d dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd d c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pns31 vhd pix p-acp pno31 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5529 you have heard saith he, how in times past beyond measure I persecuted the Church, &c. I confesse I had goodly things in me, you have herd Says he, how in times passed beyond measure I persecuted the Church, etc. I confess I had goodly things in me, pn22 vhb vvn vvz pns31, c-crq p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1 pns11 vvn dt n1, av pns11 vvb pns11 vhd j n2 p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5530 and I profitted in the jewish Religion above many my equals in my own nation, being more jealous for the traditions of my fathers; and I profited in the jewish Religion above many my equals in my own Nation, being more jealous for the traditions of my Father's; cc pns11 vvd p-acp dt jp n1 p-acp d po11 n2-jn p-acp po11 d n1, vbg av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5531 I was marvellous strict and forward, and for the letter of the law; I was marvellous zealous and blamelesse: I was marvellous strict and forward, and for the Letter of the law; I was marvellous zealous and blameless: pns11 vbds j j cc j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pns11 vbds j j cc j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5532 there were excellent good things in me; there were excellent good things in me; pc-acp vbdr j j n2 p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5533 but I had nothing of Christ all this while, but when it pleased God, who seperated me from my mothers womb, but I had nothing of christ all this while, but when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother's womb, cc-acp pns11 vhd pix pp-f np1 d d n1, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvd np1, r-crq vvn pno11 p-acp po11 ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5534 and called me by his grace, &c. as who should say, now here was the first dawning of that blessed light in my heart, and called me by his grace, etc. as who should say, now Here was the First dawning of that blessed Light in my heart, cc vvd pno11 p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av av vbds dt ord n-vvg pp-f d j-vvn n1 p-acp po11 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5535 now begun that to appeare when God called me by his grace, and first revealed his Son in me, now begun that to appear when God called me by his grace, and First revealed his Son in me, av vvn cst pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vvd pno11 p-acp po31 n1, cc ord vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5536 then was the deed done, and never till then: so also he shews that he was a cursed creature living in iniquity; then was the deed done, and never till then: so also he shows that he was a cursed creature living in iniquity; av vbds dt n1 vdn, cc av-x p-acp av: av av pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbds dt j-vvn n1 vvg p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5537 it may be himself, and his companions, took him to be as good a man as any was in all Israel, but see how he casts his own water, Tit. 3. 3. We our selves also, were sometimes foolish, serving divers lusts, &c. but after that the kindness and love of God appeared, &c. from thence he began to be in the estate of grace, it may be himself, and his Sodales, took him to be as good a man as any was in all Israel, but see how he Cast his own water, Tit. 3. 3. We our selves also, were sometime foolish, serving diverse Lustiest, etc. but After that the kindness and love of God appeared, etc. from thence he began to be in the estate of grace, pn31 vmb vbi px31, cc po31 n2, vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi a-acp j dt n1 c-acp d vbds p-acp d np1, p-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvz po31 d n1, np1 crd crd pns12 po12 n2 av, vbdr av j, vvg j n2, av cc-acp p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvd, av p-acp av pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5538 when God called him out of that bad estate, when God made a breach between him, and his old courses; when God called him out of that bad estate, when God made a breach between him, and his old courses; c-crq np1 vvd pno31 av pp-f d j n1, c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc po31 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5539 when he made the first rent, and division, and revoke, then grace began to appeare, from that time forward I was in Christ: when he made the First rend, and division, and revoke, then grace began to appear, from that time forward I was in christ: c-crq pns31 vvd dt ord n1, cc n1, cc vvi, cs n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, p-acp d n1 av-j pns11 vbds p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5540 thus you see that effectual calling is the first work of God in a mans soul, it is the first bringing of a man to Christ, thus you see that effectual calling is the First work of God in a men soul, it is the First bringing of a man to christ, av pn22 vvb d j n-vvg vbz dt ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, pn31 vbz dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5541 and the first making of a man to put him on. Secondly, Because before effectual calling, all was within God; and the First making of a man to put him on. Secondly, Because before effectual calling, all was within God; cc dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp. ord, c-acp p-acp j n-vvg, d vbds p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 464 Page 23
5542 what God would do with this or that man; what God would do with this or that man; r-crq np1 vmd vdi p-acp d cc d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5543 may be he meant to save him, may be he meant to dam him, may be he meant to open his eyes, ma• be he meant to let him go on, may be he meant to save him, may be he meant to dam him, may be he meant to open his eyes, ma• be he meant to let him go on, vmb vbi pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, vmb vbi pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31, vmb vbi pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n2, n1 vbb pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5544 and live and dye in blindness, may be he meant to turne his heart, may be he meant to let him go on with the world; and live and die in blindness, may be he meant to turn his heart, may be he meant to let him go on with the world; cc vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, vmb vbi pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1, vmb vbi pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5545 all was within his own bosom, there was no inkling, that ever this man should have grace, all was within his own bosom, there was no inkling, that ever this man should have grace, d vbds p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vbds dx n1, cst av d n1 vmd vhi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5546 and eternal life, nor man, nor Angel, nor himself, could perceive any such thing: a man might have vaine hopes, and false conceits; and Eternal life, nor man, nor Angel, nor himself, could perceive any such thing: a man might have vain hope's, and false conceits; cc j n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1, vmd vvi d d n1: dt n1 vmd vhi j n2, cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5547 but no inkling from heaven, but he was as faire to be a reprobate, as the devils in hell? but when God effectually calls a man, but no inkling from heaven, but he was as fair to be a Reprobate, as the Devils in hell? but when God effectually calls a man, cc-acp dx n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vbds a-acp j pc-acp vbi dt n-jn, c-acp dt n2 p-acp n1? cc-acp c-crq np1 av-j vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5548 then he begins to declare what he intends to this or that man, he begins to open his brest, then he begins to declare what he intends to this or that man, he begins to open his breast, cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d cc d n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5549 and shew what purpose he had in himself from all eternity, as Eph. 1. 9. having made known unto us (saith the Apostle) the mystery of his will, which he purposed in himself, &c. it was all in himself before, shut up in his own secret and privy bosom, and show what purpose he had in himself from all eternity, as Ephesians 1. 9. having made known unto us (Says the Apostle) the mystery of his will, which he purposed in himself, etc. it was all in himself before, shut up in his own secret and privy bosom, cc vvb r-crq n1 pns31 vhd p-acp px31 p-acp d n1, c-acp np1 crd crd vhg vvn vvn p-acp pno12 (vvz dt n1) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31, av pn31 vbds d p-acp px31 a-acp, vvd a-acp p-acp po31 d j-jn cc j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5550 but when God did effectually call us saith he, then did he make known unto us the mystery of his will; but when God did effectually call us Says he, then did he make known unto us the mystery of his will; cc-acp c-crq np1 vdd av-j vvi pno12 vvz pns31, av vdd pns31 vvi vvn p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5551 it was a mystery locked up, it was a secret thing that ever he had a purpose to bring us to such things, to let us see such mercies; it was a mystery locked up, it was a secret thing that ever he had a purpose to bring us to such things, to let us see such Mercies; pn31 vbds dt n1 vvn a-acp, pn31 vbds dt j-jn n1 cst av pns31 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5552 now here was the breaking open of this seale, now it began to shew it self, now Here was the breaking open of this seal, now it began to show it self, av av vbds dt vvg j pp-f d n1, av pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5553 now the Lord declared what purpose he had in himself, now he makes it appeare, that we are his elect and chosen, now the Lord declared what purpose he had in himself, now he makes it appear, that we Are his elect and chosen, av dt n1 vvd r-crq n1 pns31 vhd p-acp px31, av pns31 vvz pn31 vvi, cst pns12 vbr po31 j-vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5554 and his beloved ones, as Paul saith of the Romans, to all that are at Rome, beloved of God called to be Saints, &c. Rom. 1. 7. you will say, and his Beloved ones, as Paul Says of the Roman, to all that Are At Room, Beloved of God called to be Saints, etc. Rom. 1. 7. you will say, cc po31 j-vvn pi2, p-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt njp2, p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1, vvn pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vbi n2, av np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5555 how do you know we are beloved ones? If you be called to be Saints, I dare be bold to say, you are beloved of God, God hath made it to appeare that he loves you: how do you know we Are Beloved ones? If you be called to be Saints, I Dare be bold to say, you Are Beloved of God, God hath made it to appear that he loves you: q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pns12 vbr vvn pi2? cs pn22 vbb vvn pc-acp vbi n2, pns11 vvb vbb j pc-acp vvi, pn22 vbr vvn pp-f np1, np1 vhz vvn pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vvz pn22: (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5556 I could not speak thus before, you were as vile drunkards and profane persons, as any were in Rome; but now I dare be bold to say, you are beloved of God; nay more, grace and peace be to you from God the Father, I could not speak thus before, you were as vile drunkards and profane Persons, as any were in Room; but now I Dare be bold to say, you Are Beloved of God; nay more, grace and peace be to you from God the Father, pns11 vmd xx vvi av a-acp, pn22 vbdr a-acp j n2 cc j n2, c-acp d vbdr p-acp vvi; p-acp av pns11 vvb vbb j pc-acp vvi, pn22 vbr vvn pp-f np1; uh n1, n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp pn22 p-acp np1 dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5557 and from our Lord Jesus Christ, you are called to be Saints, and if you are once called, and from our Lord jesus christ, you Are called to be Saints, and if you Are once called, cc p-acp po12 n1 np1 np1, pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2, cc cs pn22 vbr a-acp vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5558 then it doth appeare you are the beloved of God; then it does appear you Are the Beloved of God; cs pn31 vdz vvi pn22 vbr dt j-vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5559 it is Gods golden scepter, no man could tell whom the King would call to him, no man could tell, this or that man should be called rather then another, till he held out his golden scepter, Hest. 4. 11. So it is with God; it is God's golden sceptre, no man could tell whom the King would call to him, no man could tell, this or that man should be called rather then Another, till he held out his golden sceptre, Hest. 4. 11. So it is with God; pn31 vbz ng1 j n1, dx n1 vmd vvi r-crq dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, dx n1 vmd vvi, d cc d n1 vmd vbi vvn av-c av j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvd av po31 j n1, np1 crd crd av pn31 vbz p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5560 when God doth hold out this golden scepter to a man, now a man hath an inkling that the Lord hath chosen him, when God does hold out this golden sceptre to a man, now a man hath an inkling that the Lord hath chosen him, c-crq np1 vdz vvi av d j n1 p-acp dt n1, av dt n1 vhz dt n1 cst dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 23
5561 and will be good to him, and hear him, and help him in all his wayes and pardon him, and will be good to him, and hear him, and help him in all his ways and pardon him, cc vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31, cc vvb pno31 p-acp d po31 n2 cc vvb pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 24
5562 and do every good thing for him, as Mark. 3. 13. (I use it onely as a similitude) our Saviour Christ was there in the mount, and do every good thing for him, as Mark. 3. 13. (I use it only as a similitude) our Saviour christ was there in the mount, cc vdb d j n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp vvb. crd crd (pns11 vvb pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1) po12 n1 np1 vbds a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 24
5563 and the people were below in the vally, now saith the Text, he called unto him, whom he would, and they came unto him; and the people were below in the valley, now Says the Text, he called unto him, whom he would, and they Come unto him; cc dt n1 vbdr a-acp p-acp dt n1, av vvz dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, ro-crq pns31 vmd, cc pns32 vvd p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 24
5564 he was in the mount, and all his Disciples were in the vally; now no man could tell, who should be an Apostle: he was in the mount, and all his Disciples were in the valley; now no man could tell, who should be an Apostle: pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, cc d po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1; av dx n1 vmd vvi, r-crq vmd vbi dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 24
5565 Andrew saith Christ, come up; now he was one who should be next no man could tell, Peter come up, then they knew he was one too, &c. Therefore this calling was the first intimation of Christs purpose to them, it was secret in his own bosom, whom he would make Apostles before; Andrew Says christ, come up; now he was one who should be next no man could tell, Peter come up, then they knew he was one too, etc. Therefore this calling was the First intimation of Christ purpose to them, it was secret in his own bosom, whom he would make Apostles before; np1 vvz np1, vvb a-acp; av pns31 vbds pi r-crq vmd vbi ord dx n1 vmd vvi, np1 vvb a-acp, av pns32 vvd pns31 vbds pi av, av av d n-vvg vbds dt ord n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbds j-jn p-acp po31 d n1, ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi n2 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 24
5566 but when he called them, it came forth, Andrew sees he is the man, and Peter sees he is the man, &c. but when he called them, it Come forth, Andrew sees he is the man, and Peter sees he is the man, etc. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, pn31 vvd av, np1 vvz pns31 vbz dt n1, cc np1 vvz pns31 vbz dt n1, av (7) treatise (DIV2) 465 Page 24
5567 Thirdly, Because all other works, follow this work of effectual calling; Thirdly, Because all other works, follow this work of effectual calling; ord, c-acp d j-jn n2, vvb d n1 pp-f j n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5568 there be abundance of works that God doth work upon his people, that he hath chosen to his Kingdom and glory; there be abundance of works that God does work upon his people, that he hath chosen to his Kingdom and glory; pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f n2 cst np1 vdz vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5569 he doth justifie them, and pardon their sins, and sanctifie and cleanse them from iniquity, makes them grow in grace, hears their prayers, makes them depend upon him in all their needs and necessities, he makes them deny themselves, he does justify them, and pardon their Sins, and sanctify and cleanse them from iniquity, makes them grow in grace, hears their Prayers, makes them depend upon him in all their needs and necessities, he makes them deny themselves, pns31 vdz vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 n2, cc vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, vvz pno32 vvi p-acp n1, vvz po32 n2, vvz pno32 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d po32 n2 cc n2, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5570 and works the grace of humiliation more and more, and a trade of godlinesse, and a course of holiness and piety; and works the grace of humiliation more and more, and a trade of godliness, and a course of holiness and piety; cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc cc av-dc, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5571 now not one of these works are, till a man is called, all things work together for the best to those that are called, Rom. 8. 28. this is a lea•ing work, now all works come in; now not one of these works Are, till a man is called, all things work together for the best to those that Are called, Rom. 8. 28. this is a lea•ing work, now all works come in; av xx pi pp-f d n2 vbr, c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, d n2 vvi av p-acp dt js p-acp d cst vbr vvn, np1 crd crd d vbz dt j-vvg n1, av d n2 vvb p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5572 now the word works, and prayer works, and the Sacrament works, and afflictions work, and sinne works, now the word works, and prayer works, and the Sacrament works, and afflictions work, and sin works, av dt n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz, cc dt n1 vvz, cc n2 vvb, cc n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5573 when a man is effectually called; when a man is effectually called; c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5574 this is the great wheele of motion, now all things work together for the good of him that is called according to Gods purpose: this is the great wheel of motion, now all things work together for the good of him that is called according to God's purpose: d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, av d n2 vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno31 cst vbz vvn vvg p-acp ng1 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5575 this is the first ground work, the first breaking of the ice, the first setting of a man forth towards heaven; this is the First ground work, the First breaking of the ice, the First setting of a man forth towards heaven; d vbz dt ord n1 n1, dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1, dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 av p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5576 therefore we shall see when the Apostle is to write to any man or Churches, commonly before ever he bids them do this or that, the first thing he speaks to them about, is this; Therefore we shall see when the Apostle is to write to any man or Churches, commonly before ever he bids them doe this or that, the First thing he speaks to them about, is this; av pns12 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n2, av-j c-acp av pns31 vvz pno32 n1 d cc d, dt ord n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp, vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5577 he tells them they are effectually called, as Rom. 1. 7. afterwards he bids them yield their members, as weapons to righteousness, and adviseth them to walk in the Spirit, he tells them they Are effectually called, as Rom. 1. 7. afterwards he bids them yield their members, as weapons to righteousness, and adviseth them to walk in the Spirit, pns31 vvz pno32 pns32 vbr av-j vvn, p-acp np1 crd crd av pns31 vvz pno32 vvi po32 n2, c-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5578 and give up their bodies and souls, as a living sacrifice to God; and give up their bodies and Souls, as a living sacrifice to God; cc vvb a-acp po32 n2 cc n2, c-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5579 not to be conformed to the world, but to be transformed in the spirit of their minds, not to be conformed to the world, but to be transformed in the Spirit of their minds, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5580 and to walk in love, and redeem• the time; and abundance of other works he sets them about: and to walk in love, and redeem• the time; and abundance of other works he sets them about: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc n1 dt n1; cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2 pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp: (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5581 but first of all he names their effectual calling; as who should say, I take it for granted that •o••re called; but First of all he names their effectual calling; as who should say, I take it for granted that •o••re called; cc-acp ord pp-f d pns31 vvz po32 j n-vvg; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp vvn cst vbdr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5582 it is a folly for me to bid you do this or that, if you were not effectually called, else I should alwaies be beating, what damned and •iserable creatures you are; it is a folly for me to bid you do this or that, if you were not effectually called, Else I should always be beating, what damned and •iserable creatures you Are; pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi pn22 vdb d cc d, cs pn22 vbdr xx av-j vvn, av pns11 vmd av vbi vvg, r-crq vvn cc j n2 pn22 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5583 shall I bid you pray, and professe Religion, and you not effectually called, you can never do this: shall I bid you pray, and profess Religion, and you not effectually called, you can never do this: vmb pns11 vvi pn22 vvb, cc vvb n1, cc pn22 xx av-j vvn, pn22 vmb av-x vdi d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5584 therefore this is the first thing, 〈 ◊ 〉 called of God. So when he writes to the Corinths, 1 Cor. 1. 2. called ••e Saints, it is the fore front of all his Epistles; Therefore this is the First thing, 〈 ◊ 〉 called of God. So when he writes to the Corinths, 1 Cor. 1. 2. called ••e Saints, it is the before front of all his Epistles; av d vbz dt ord n1, 〈 sy 〉 vvn pp-f np1. av c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2, vvn np1 crd crd vvd j n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 n1 pp-f d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5585 as who should say, I shall speak abundance of things to you, but you are called of God; as who should say, I shall speak abundance of things to you, but you Are called of God; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn22, cc-acp pn22 vbr vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5586 therefore he bids them do this and that, and the other, all works come after this effectual calling, Therefore he bids them doe this and that, and the other, all works come After this effectual calling, av pns31 vvz pno32 n1 d cc d, cc dt n-jn, d n2 vvb p-acp d j n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5587 as it is in other particular callings; as it is in other particular callings; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n-jn j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5588 suppose a man be called to be an Apostle, all the acts and performances that an Apostle doth, they come after he is called, else they are not the acts of an Apostle, but a medler; suppose a man be called to be an Apostle, all the acts and performances that an Apostle does, they come After he is called, Else they Are not the acts of an Apostle, but a meddler; vvb dt n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1, d dt n2 cc n2 cst dt n1 vdz, pns32 vvb c-acp pns31 vbz vvn, av pns32 vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5589 therefore in all the Apostles writings, when he doth the acts of an Apostle, to exhort them, Therefore in all the Apostles writings, when he does the acts of an Apostle, to exhort them, av p-acp d dt n2 n2, c-crq pns31 vdz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5590 and rebuke them in the Lord, he shews his calling, Paul called to be an Apostle; and rebuke them in the Lord, he shows his calling, Paul called to be an Apostle; cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 n-vvg, np1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5591 as who should say, do not judge amiss of me; as who should say, do not judge amiss of me; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vdb xx vvi av pp-f pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5592 you may think, what have I to do with you? we have a Minister already, what have you to do in Corinth? meddle with your own places where you live; you may think, what have I to do with you? we have a Minister already, what have you to do in Corinth? meddle with your own places where you live; pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi p-acp pn22? pns12 vhb dt n1 av, q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp np1? vvb p-acp po22 d n2 c-crq pn22 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5593 mistake me not, I am called to be an Apostle; so that his calling to be an Apostle, is before all other actions; mistake me not, I am called to be an Apostle; so that his calling to be an Apostle, is before all other actions; vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1; av cst po31 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, vbz p-acp d j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5594 first he is called, and then exhorts, instructs, reproves, &c. Fourthly, Another reason is taken from the names that are given unto effectual calling: First he is called, and then exhorts, instructs, reproves, etc. Fourthly, another reason is taken from the names that Are given unto effectual calling: ord pns31 vbz vvn, cc av vvz, vvz, vvz, av ord, j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp j n-vvg: (7) treatise (DIV2) 466 Page 24
5595 first it is called a mans gathering unto Christ, as Joh. 11. 50, 51, 52. it is the prophecy of Caiphas, though he spake he knew not what, First it is called a men gathering unto christ, as John 11. 50, 51, 52. it is the prophecy of Caiaphas, though he spoke he knew not what, ord pn31 vbz vvn dt ng1 vvg p-acp np1, c-acp np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vvd xx r-crq, (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5596 yet he spake right, as the place doth imply, it is expedient, saith he, that one man should dye for the people, yet he spoke right, as the place does imply, it is expedient, Says he, that one man should die for the people, av pns31 vvd av-jn, c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi, pn31 vbz j, vvz pns31, cst pi n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5597 and gather together the children of God that were scattered; and gather together the children of God that were scattered; cc vvi av dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vbdr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5598 as who should say, this is the first act that the Lord Jesus doth upon those that are his, they were scattered till then; as who should say, this is the First act that the Lord jesus does upon those that Are his, they were scattered till then; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz dt ord n1 cst dt n1 np1 vdz p-acp d cst vbr po31, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5599 and now when he comes effectually to call them, he puts his first act upon them, and gathered them to himself; and now when he comes effectually to call them, he puts his First act upon them, and gathered them to himself; cc av c-crq pns31 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vvz po31 ord n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5600 so also it is called a drawing unto God, Joh 12. 32. When I am lifted up ▪ I will draw all men unto me; so also it is called a drawing unto God, John 12. 32. When I am lifted up ▪ I will draw all men unto me; av av pn31 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd c-crq pns11 vbm vvn a-acp ▪ pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5601 that is when he was lifted up upon the crosse, he would call the Gentiles, all his elect people unto him; that is when he was lifted up upon the cross, he would call the Gentiles, all his elect people unto him; cst vbz c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmd vvi dt n2-j, d po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5602 he doth not speak of all men, but he speaks of the elect, he will draw all them to him ▪ he will call them home. he does not speak of all men, but he speaks of the elect, he will draw all them to him ▪ he will call them home. pns31 vdz xx vvi pp-f d n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt j-vvn, pns31 vmb vvi d pno32 p-acp pno31 ▪ pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av-an. (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5603 So againe, it is called in Scripture, the entring of a man into Christ, as a Scholar that is admitted into a Colledge, his name is first entred; So again, it is called in Scripture, the entering of a man into christ, as a Scholar that is admitted into a College, his name is First entered; av av, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbz ord vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5604 so effectual calling is a mans first entring into the Schoole of Christ, into the family of Christ; so effectual calling is a men First entering into the School of christ, into the family of christ; av j n-vvg vbz dt ng1 ord n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5605 when a man is first entred into that blessed society, as Joh. 10. 9. I am the doore, when a man is First entered into that blessed society, as John 10. 9. I am the door, c-crq dt n1 vbz ord vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1, c-acp np1 crd crd pns11 vbm dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5606 if any man will enter by me, he shall be saved, and go in and out, and finde pasture; if any man will enter by me, he shall be saved, and go in and out, and find pasture; cs d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvi p-acp cc av, cc vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5607 he speaks here of the first act of a mans coming before that he was quite out of doors: he speaks Here of the First act of a men coming before that he was quite out of doors: pns31 vvz av pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg p-acp cst pns31 vbds av av pp-f n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5608 this is the first act, his first entring into Christ to be of his sheepfold, and flock, to feed upon his pastures, and to have the benefit of his Scepter, this is the First act, his First entering into christ to be of his sheepfold, and flock, to feed upon his pastures, and to have the benefit of his Sceptre, d vbz dt ord n1, po31 ord vvg p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5609 and be governed and guided by him, as the true shepheard: effectual calling enters a man into Christ. and be governed and guided by him, as the true shepherd: effectual calling enters a man into christ. cc vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp dt j n1: j n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5610 Againe it is called a mans coming in, Rom. 11. 25. untill the fulness of the Gentiles is come in, that is, Again it is called a men coming in, Rom. 11. 25. until the fullness of the Gentiles is come in, that is, av pn31 vbz vvn dt ng1 vvg p-acp, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j vbz vvn p-acp, cst vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5611 until the elect Gentiles be effectually called; until the elect Gentiles be effectually called; c-acp dt j-vvn np1 vbi av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5612 now because he would expresse what effectual calling is, he calls it the coming of a man in; now Because he would express what effectual calling is, he calls it the coming of a man in; av c-acp pns31 vmd vvi r-crq j n-vvg vbz, pns31 vvz pn31 dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5613 he was without before, as other dogs were, that had no part in the tree of life, no interest in the salvation purchased, he was without before, as other Dogs were, that had no part in the tree of life, no Interest in the salvation purchased, pns31 vbds p-acp a-acp, c-acp j-jn n2 vbdr, cst vhd dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5614 as far off as those that were reprobates; but now is his coming in ▪ and so I might instance in other names. as Far off as those that were Reprobates; but now is his coming in ▪ and so I might instance in other names. c-acp av-j a-acp p-acp d cst vbdr n2-jn; cc-acp av vbz png31 vvg p-acp ▪ cc av pns11 vmd n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 467 Page 25
5615 Lastly, Because it is the first extract of election, and predestination unto eternal life, as Rom. 8. 30. Whom he did predestinate, them also he called. Lastly, Because it is the First extract of election, and predestination unto Eternal life, as Rom. 8. 30. Whom he did predestinate, them also he called. ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp j n1, c-acp np1 crd crd ro-crq pns31 vdd j, pno32 av pns31 vvd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5616 there was the first impression of the seale upon the wax, there was the first image that he made, whom he did predestinate, them he called; afterwards he justified them, &c: there was the First impression of the seal upon the wax, there was the First image that he made, whom he did predestinate, them he called; afterwards he justified them, etc.: a-acp vbds dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbds dt ord n1 cst pns31 vvd, r-crq pns31 vdd j, pno32 pns31 vvd; av pns31 vvd pno32, av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5617 therefore you shall finde in Scripture, that election & calling are put together, because this is the first blush of it, as Rev. 17. 14. The King of Kings, Lord of Lords, and they that are with him are called and chosen, he puts them both together; Therefore you shall find in Scripture, that election & calling Are put together, Because this is the First blush of it, as Rev. 17. 14. The King of Kings, Lord of lords, and they that Are with him Are called and chosen, he puts them both together; av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cst n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av, c-acp d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n2, n1 pp-f n2, cc pns32 cst vbr p-acp pno31 vbr vvn cc vvn, pns31 vvz pno32 d av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5618 what a marvelous comfort is this to those that know they are effectually called of God! election and vocation, are individual companions, what a marvelous Comfort is this to those that know they Are effectually called of God! election and vocation, Are Individu Sodales, q-crq dt j n1 vbz d p-acp d cst vvb pns32 vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1 n1 cc n1, vbr j-jn n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5619 and cannot be separated one from the other; that man that is elected, it is certaine he shall be called; and cannot be separated one from the other; that man that is elected, it is certain he shall be called; cc vmbx vbi vvn pi p-acp dt j-jn; cst n1 cst vbz vvn, pn31 vbz j pns31 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5620 this is that which makes a man actually elected; this is that which makes a man actually elected; d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5621 my meaning is this, though a man were elected before all worlds, though now living in the estate of sinne and death, my meaning is this, though a man were elected before all world's, though now living in the estate of sin and death, po11 n1 vbz d, cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp d n2, cs av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5622 and damnation, a vile wretched sinner; and damnation, a vile wretched sinner; cc n1, dt j j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5623 he was elected it may be, but not actually elected in himself, there was nothing of election in him, there was no image nor seale of election stamped upon him, nothing of it put forth in him; he was elected it may be, but not actually elected in himself, there was nothing of election in him, there was no image nor seal of election stamped upon him, nothing of it put forth in him; pns31 vbds vvn pn31 vmb vbi, cc-acp xx av-j vvn p-acp px31, pc-acp vbds pix pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbds dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, pix pp-f pn31 vvd av p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5624 therefore this is the reason, why in Scripture vocation is called election, 1 Cor. 1. 26, 27. You see your calling brethren, not many wisemen after the flesh, not many mighty, &c. are called, Therefore this is the reason, why in Scripture vocation is called election, 1 Cor. 1. 26, 27. You see your calling brothers, not many Wise men After the Flesh, not many mighty, etc. Are called, av d vbz dt n1, c-crq p-acp n1 n1 vbz vvn n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vvb po22 n-vvg n2, xx d n2 p-acp dt n1, xx d j, av vbr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5625 but God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; but God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; cc-acp np1 vhz vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5626 the one is the image and the effect of the other, he puts one for the other, you see your calling; the one is the image and the Effect of the other, he puts one for the other, you see your calling; dt pi vbz dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, pns31 vvz pi p-acp dt n-jn, pn22 vvb po22 n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5627 how? because God hath chosen the foolish and base people, and not those that are more noble and excellent; how? Because God hath chosen the foolish and base people, and not those that Are more noble and excellent; q-crq? c-acp np1 vhz vvn dt j cc j n1, cc xx d cst vbr av-dc j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5628 this is the reason, for as election is before all times, so vocation is in time; this is the reason, for as election is before all times, so vocation is in time; d vbz dt n1, c-acp c-acp n1 vbz p-acp d n2, av n1 vbz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5629 it is the electing, or choosing, or calling of a man out of the world; so that vocation and election are very much a kinne the one to the other; it is the electing, or choosing, or calling of a man out of the world; so that vocation and election Are very much a kin the one to the other; pn31 vbz dt vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 av pp-f dt n1; av d n1 cc n1 vbr av av-d dt n1 dt crd p-acp dt j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5630 it is just as Gods decree of creating and creating; it is just as God's Decree of creating and creating; pn31 vbz j c-acp npg1 n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5631 the creating of the world was just according to the idea he had framed in his decree, the creating of the world was just according to the idea he had framed in his Decree, dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vbds av vvg p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5632 so the calling of a man is just the image and idea of what God had decreed to a party from all eternity; so the calling of a man is just the image and idea of what God had decreed to a party from all eternity; av dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5633 therefore it must needs be the first work that is wrought upon a man. Therefore it must needs be the First work that is wrought upon a man. av pn31 vmb av vbi dt ord n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 468 Page 25
5634 Ʋse 1. This sheweth us why it is such a dangerous thing for any man in the world to mistake his effectual calling, Ʋse 1. This shows us why it is such a dangerous thing for any man in the world to mistake his effectual calling, j crd np1 vvz pno12 r-crq pn31 vbz d dt j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5635 and think he is called of God, when he is not; because it is the first work of all, therefore very dangerous to erre in it! and think he is called of God, when he is not; Because it is the First work of all, Therefore very dangerous to err in it! cc vvb pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbz xx; c-acp pn31 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f d, av av j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31! (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5636 what, to erre in the very first work of all, in the maine and principal, in the very beginning of all the whole workmanship! what, to err in the very First work of all, in the main and principal, in the very beginning of all the Whole workmanship! q-crq, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av ord n1 pp-f d, p-acp dt j cc j-jn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n1! (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5637 it is a very grievous thing: it is a very grievous thing: pn31 vbz dt av j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5638 The Apostle St. James, writing to Christians professing Religion, to take heed they think not they have grace, when they have not; The Apostle Saint James, writing to Christians professing Religion, to take heed they think not they have grace, when they have not; dt n1 n1 np1, vvg p-acp np1 vvg n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pns32 vvb xx pns32 vhb n1, c-crq pns32 vhb xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5639 he bids them take heed they do not erre, Iam. 1. 16. he speaks not there in regard of particulars, he bids them take heed they do not err, Iam. 1. 16. he speaks not there in regard of particulars, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi n1 pns32 vdb xx vvi, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz xx a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5640 but in the general it is dangerous to erre in any point; but in the general it is dangerous to err in any point; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5641 but to erre in such a thing as is of this nature, it is most woeful. but to err in such a thing as is of this nature, it is most woeful. cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz av-ds j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 469 Page 26
5642 Reas. 1. Because this is the foundation; Reas. 1. Because this is the Foundation; np1 crd p-acp d vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5643 now it is a horrible thing in intellectuals, in matters of theory to erre in fundamentals: so it is in practicals; now it is a horrible thing in intellectuals, in matters of theory to err in fundamentals: so it is in practicals; av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2-j, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-j: av pn31 vbz p-acp n2-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5644 it is an horrible thing for a man to erre in the very foundation of Religion, in the first acquaintance with God, in the very ground and bottom of all, a man had need lay the foundation well, it is an horrible thing for a man to err in the very Foundation of Religion, in the First acquaintance with God, in the very ground and bottom of all, a man had need lay the Foundation well, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d, dt n1 vhd n1 vvi dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5645 because else the whole building falls; Because Else the Whole building falls; c-acp av dt j-jn n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5646 effectual calling is the very ground of a mans going to God, it is the very ground of a mans laying hold upon God, effectual calling is the very ground of a men going to God, it is the very ground of a men laying hold upon God, j n-vvg vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg p-acp np1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5647 and of the profession of Religion, and all the building must come to nothing, if this be not well laid; and of the profession of Religion, and all the building must come to nothing, if this be not well laid; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pix, cs d vbb xx av vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5648 God forbid I should go about to shake any man, or call in question any mans Religion, or hope or comfort; God forbid I should go about to shake any man, or call in question any men Religion, or hope or Comfort; np1 vvb pns11 vmd vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, cc vvb p-acp n1 d ng1 n1, cc vvb cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5649 I deny not people the professing of Gods name, or the calling upon God, or the coming to the Sacraments, I do not deny th•• this; I deny not people the professing of God's name, or the calling upon God, or the coming to the Sacraments, I do not deny th•• this; pns11 vvb xx n1 dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n-vvg p-acp np1, cc dt n-vvg p-acp dt n2, pns11 vdb xx vvi n1 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5650 but I beseech you, be sure that you have a good foundation for all, for all will come to nothing elss; but I beseech you, be sure that you have a good Foundation for all, for all will come to nothing elss; cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22, vbb j cst pn22 vhb dt j n1 p-acp d, c-acp d vmb vvi p-acp pix av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5651 you remember what became of the mans house that was built upon the sands, that had no foundation, Mat. 7. 26. When the winds came, you Remember what became of the men house that was built upon the sands, that had no Foundation, Mathew 7. 26. When the winds Come, pn22 vvb r-crq vvd pp-f dt ng1 n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, cst vhd dx n1, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n2 vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5652 and the floods beate upon that house, it fell, the house came falling down as if it had never been built: and the floods beat upon that house, it fell, the house Come falling down as if it had never been built: cc dt n2 vvb p-acp d n1, pn31 vvd, dt n1 vvd vvg a-acp c-acp cs pn31 vhd av-x vbn vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5653 so have a care of the foundation, it is a most miserable thing, if the foundation be not well laid. so have a care of the Foundation, it is a most miserable thing, if the Foundation be not well laid. av vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1, cs dt n1 vbb xx av vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 470 Page 26
5654 Secondly, Because effectual calling is a thing that a man must have a thousand references unto before he die; Secondly, Because effectual calling is a thing that a man must have a thousand references unto before he die; ord, c-acp j n-vvg vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vhi dt crd n2 p-acp a-acp pns31 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5655 if he lives, he must every day have a reference to this, a man can do nothing, if he lives, he must every day have a Referente to this, a man can do nothing, cs pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb d n1 vhb dt n1 p-acp d, dt n1 vmb vdi pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5656 but he must still have a reference to his effectual calling, he must ever and anon be looking back to this; but he must still have a Referente to his effectual calling, he must ever and anon be looking back to this; cc-acp pns31 vmb av vhi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n-vvg, pns31 vmb av cc av vbi vvg av p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5657 God hath called me to his glory and vertue; he will be driven to this whether he will or no; God hath called me to his glory and virtue; he will be driven to this whither he will or no; np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d cs pns31 vmb cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5658 it is like a mans evidence, when any wrangling companion shall question his right in his estate, he must have reference to his evidences, it is like a men evidence, when any wrangling Companion shall question his right in his estate, he must have Referente to his evidences, pn31 vbz av-j dt ng1 n1, c-crq d j-vvg n1 vmb vvi po31 n-jn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5659 and if he find them hardly currant, what a stound will he be put unto, if he find his evidences rotten and unsound, he knows not what course to take: why! and if he find them hardly currant, what a stound will he be put unto, if he find his evidences rotten and unsound, he knows not what course to take: why! cc cs pns31 vvb pno32 av n1, r-crq dt n1 vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp, cs pns31 vvb po31 n2 vvn cc j, pns31 vvz xx r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi: q-crq! (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5660 effectual calling is that which a child of God must have reference unto all the dayes of his life, from the first estating of him in the Kingdom of God, from the first bringing of him to partake of eternal life: effectual calling is that which a child of God must have Referente unto all the days of his life, from the First estating of him in the Kingdom of God, from the First bringing of him to partake of Eternal life: j n1 vbz d r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f pno31 pc-acp vvi pp-f j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5661 when David was in affliction in body and minde, and doubts came upon him thick and threefold, he was faine to have reference to his effectual calling, when David was in affliction in body and mind, and doubts Come upon him thick and threefold, he was feign to have Referente to his effectual calling, c-crq np1 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n2 vvd p-acp pno31 j cc j, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po31 j n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5662 and that comforted him, Psal. 1 9. 50. This is my comfort in affliction ▪ for thy Word hath quickened me, when he was •n affliction of conscience, and that comforted him, Psalm 1 9. 50. This is my Comfort in affliction ▪ for thy Word hath quickened me, when he was •n affliction of conscience, cc cst vvd pno31, np1 crd crd crd d vbz po11 n1 p-acp n1 ▪ p-acp po21 n1 vhz vvn pno11, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5663 and minde, and body, he began to look back; and mind, and body, he began to look back; cc n1, cc n1, pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5664 time was when I was dead in sinnes and trespasses, I never looked after God, but thy Word hath quickened me; time was when I was dead in Sins and Trespasses, I never looked After God, but thy Word hath quickened me; n1 vbds c-crq pns11 vbds j p-acp n2 cc n2, pns11 av-x vvd p-acp np1, p-acp po21 n1 vhz vvn pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5665 this raised him up, this was his comfort in his affliction, the Lord had called him to his Kingdom, this raised him up, this was his Comfort in his affliction, the Lord had called him to his Kingdom, d vvd pno31 a-acp, d vbds po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5666 and made him partaker of the work of grace, and this cheared him; had he not had reference to this, he could have had no hold; and made him partaker of the work of grace, and this cheered him; had he not had Referente to this, he could have had no hold; cc vvd pno31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d vvd pno31; vhd pns31 xx vhd n1 p-acp d, pns31 vmd vhi vhn dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5667 without this a man is as in a wilderne•s, a lost man: without this a man is as in a wilderne•s, a lost man: p-acp d dt n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n2, dt j-vvn n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5668 therefore what a feareful thing is it for a man to take himself to be effectually called when he is not? it is as it were to lay a springe for a mans soul, it is as a net for the devil to take a man, Therefore what a fearful thing is it for a man to take himself to be effectually called when he is not? it is as it were to lay a spring for a men soul, it is as a net for the Devil to take a man, av q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn c-crq pns31 vbz xx? pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5669 and to carry him on in hopes and expectations; and to carry him on in hope's and Expectations; cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5670 and then when he looks back, and sees his bottom and foundation he stands upon is nothing but conceit, this is a miserable thing. and then when he looks back, and sees his bottom and Foundation he Stands upon is nothing but conceit, this is a miserable thing. cc av c-crq pns31 vvz av, cc vvz po31 n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz a-acp vbz pix p-acp n1, d vbz dt j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 471 Page 26
5671 Thirdly, Because it is the beginning of the works of God; Thirdly, Because it is the beginning of the works of God; ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 26
5672 now what a thing is it for a man to strike out of the way at his beginning? if a man have a journy to go, now what a thing is it for a man to strike out of the Way At his beginning? if a man have a journey to go, av q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? cs dt n1 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5673 if he go out of the way as soon as ever he goes out of doores; if he go out of the Way as soon as ever he Goes out of doors; cs pns31 vvb av pp-f dt n1 c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvz av pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5674 he must needs be wide, he had been better have stayed at home; he must needs be wide, he had been better have stayed At home; pns31 vmb av vbi j, pns31 vhd vbn av-jc vhi vvn p-acp n1-an; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5675 a man were better go out of his way at any time, then at the beginning, a man were better go out of his Way At any time, then At the beginning, dt n1 vbdr av-jc vvi av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, av p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5676 if he go ten miles, and then go out of his way, there is some hope; if he go ten miles, and then go out of his Way, there is Some hope; cs pns31 vvb crd n2, cc av vvb av pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbz d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5677 it is not all in vaine, he hath gone ten miles onward of his journy; it is not all in vain, he hath gone ten miles onward of his journey; pn31 vbz xx d p-acp j, pns31 vhz vvn crd n2 av pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5678 but for a man to go out of his way, as soone as ever he steps out of doors, he is cast further off, but for a man to go out of his Way, as soon as ever he steps out of doors, he is cast further off, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvz av pp-f n2, pns31 vbz vvn av-jc a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5679 then if he had never stirred a foot; then if he had never stirred a foot; av cs pns31 vhd av-x vvn dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5680 it is an excellent thing when a man begins well, Gal. 3. 3. Ye began in the Spirit, &c. though they struck out of the way afterwards, it is an excellent thing when a man begins well, Gal. 3. 3. You began in the Spirit, etc. though they struck out of the Way afterwards, pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz av, np1 crd crd pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1, av cs pns32 vvd av pp-f dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5681 and yielded to a great deale of carnal doctrine and fleshly propositions, and were a world out of the way, and yielded to a great deal of carnal Doctrine and fleshly propositions, and were a world out of the Way, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n2, cc vbdr dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5682 yet this was to great purpose that they began well; yet this was to great purpose that they began well; av d vbds p-acp j n1 cst pns32 vvd av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5683 St. Paul durst not but call them the children of God, he could hardly tell what to make of them; Saint Paul durst not but call them the children of God, he could hardly tell what to make of them; n1 np1 vvd xx cc-acp vvi pno32 dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmd av vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5684 yet he saith, little children ye have put on Christ, and done thus and thus, yet he Says, little children you have put on christ, and done thus and thus, av pns31 vvz, j n2 pn22 vhb vvn p-acp np1, cc vdn av cc av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5685 and went out to eternal life in a right manner, therefore God will bring you in againe certainly, you must come againe, you began well you began in the Spirit; and went out to Eternal life in a right manner, Therefore God will bring you in again Certainly, you must come again, you began well you began in the Spirit; cc vvd av p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, av np1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp av av-j, pn22 vmb vvi av, pn22 vvd av pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5686 but when a man in his very beginning shall erre, his error was in principi•, as ever he set out of doors, he went clean contrary, this man hardly ever returnes, but when a man in his very beginning shall err, his error was in principi•, as ever he Set out of doors, he went clean contrary, this man hardly ever returns, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 vmb vvi, po31 n1 vbds p-acp n1, c-acp av pns31 vvd av pp-f n2, pns31 vvd j n-jn, d n1 av av n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5687 nay he had been better never to have stepped forth; nay he had been better never to have stepped forth; uh-x pns31 vhd vbn jc av-x pc-acp vhi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5688 when a man steps into a way which seems good to him, commonly that way is death to him; when a man steps into a Way which seems good to him, commonly that Way is death to him; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz j p-acp pno31, av-j d n1 vbz n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5689 when he hath gone a thousand miles, as he thinks, in the profession of Religion, when he hath gone a thousand miles, as he thinks, in the profession of Religion, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt crd n2, c-acp pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5690 and hath gotten the apprehension in his ow• soul to be the child of God then to lay it down ▪ it goes to the heart of him; and hath got the apprehension in his ow• soul to be the child of God then to lay it down ▪ it Goes to the heart of him; cc vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 av pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp ▪ pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5691 he will build an high wall in his own imagination, certainly it is thus; he will built an high wall in his own imagination, Certainly it is thus; pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 d n1, av-j pn31 vbz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5692 indeed it is better to turne then go forward, but it is the corruption of a mans heart he cannot abide to returne, it will be a shame to him, indeed it is better to turn then go forward, but it is the corruption of a men heart he cannot abide to return, it will be a shame to him, av pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi av vvb av-j, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 pns31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5693 and there must be such a do, that he is not able to beare it; and there must be such a do, that he is not able to bear it; cc pc-acp vmb vbi d dt vdb, cst pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5694 I do not desire to unsettle any man, if a man hath but his fingers ends to lay hold upon Christ, any truth to hang upon him, let him hang, God for bid I should shake such a one; I do not desire to unsettle any man, if a man hath but his fingers ends to lay hold upon christ, any truth to hang upon him, let him hang, God for bid I should shake such a one; pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1, cs dt n1 vhz p-acp po31 n2 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 vvi, np1 p-acp vvb pns11 vmd vvi d dt pi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5695 but if your error be in the beginning, and if you have gone out of the way, you were better to returne, but if your error be in the beginning, and if you have gone out of the Way, you were better to return, cc-acp cs po22 n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, cc cs pn22 vhb vvn av pp-f dt n1, pn22 vbdr jc pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5696 for you will never go right. for you will never go right. c-acp pn22 vmb av-x vvi av-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 472 Page 27
5697 Ʋse 2. Here we may see the reason why the Scripture is so urgent to make our calling sure, Ʋse 2. Here we may see the reason why the Scripture is so urgent to make our calling sure, j crd av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz av j p-acp vvb po12 n-vvg j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5698 because this is the first entrance, and admission into Jesus Christ; Because this is the First Entrance, and admission into jesus christ; c-acp d vbz dt ord n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5699 there is an excellent place, 2 Pet. 1. 10, 11. Wherefore the rather brethren give all diligence to make your calling and election sure, there is an excellent place, 2 Pet. 1. 10, 11. Wherefore the rather brothers give all diligence to make your calling and election sure, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt av-c n1 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5700 for he that doth these things shall never fall; for he that does these things shall never fallen; c-acp pns31 cst vdz d n2 vmb av-x vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5701 for so an entrance shall be made unto you, into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ; for so an Entrance shall be made unto you, into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord jesus christ; p-acp av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5702 make it sure ▪ why? for if you do, you shall never fall; make it sure ▪ why? for if you do, you shall never fallen; vvb pn31 av-j ▪ uh-crq? c-acp cs pn22 vdb, pn22 vmb av-x vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5703 that is not all neither, though this is a great matter, is not this a great matter for a man to be sure never to fall away? but he shall stand and hold our for ever, what a mercy is this? yet this is not all; that is not all neither, though this is a great matter, is not this a great matter for a man to be sure never to fallen away? but he shall stand and hold our for ever, what a mercy is this? yet this is not all; d vbz xx d av-dx, cs d vbz dt j n1, vbz xx d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j av-x pc-acp vvi av? cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi cc vvb po12 c-acp av, q-crq dt n1 vbz d? av d vbz xx d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5704 for saith he, so shall an emrance be made unto you, into the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, as who should say, your effectual calling is the very entrance into the Kingdom and glory of Jesus Christ, it is the very first entring into the way of eternal life, for Says he, so shall an emrance be made unto you, into the Kingdom of jesus christ, as who should say, your effectual calling is the very Entrance into the Kingdom and glory of jesus christ, it is the very First entering into the Way of Eternal life, p-acp vvz pns31, av vmb dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, po22 j n-vvg vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1, pn31 vbz dt av ord vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5705 if you are assured of this, you are in a faire way, you are in the gates of heaven, you are in an excellent way, if you Are assured of this, you Are in a fair Way, you Are in the gates of heaven, you Are in an excellent Way, cs pn22 vbr vvn pp-f d, pn22 vbr p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pn22 vbr p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5706 if you have made this sure; if you have made this sure; cs pn22 vhb vvn d j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5707 therefore make that pastlal peradventure, that you were called indeed of God to partake of Jesus Christ. Therefore make that pastlal Peradventure, that you were called indeed of God to partake of jesus christ. av vvb d n1 av, cst pn22 vbdr vvn av pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 473 Page 27
5708 Reas. 1. The reason to urge this, is first, because effectual calling is such a first work, that as God doth it at first, Reas. 1. The reason to urge this, is First, Because effectual calling is such a First work, that as God does it At First, np1 crd dt n1 pc-acp vvi d, vbz ord, c-acp j n-vvg vbz d dt ord n1, cst c-acp np1 vdz pn31 p-acp ord, (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 27
5709 so it stands for all, a man shall never be called more: God doth it once, and will never do it againe; so it Stands for all, a man shall never be called more: God does it once, and will never do it again; av pn31 vvz p-acp d, dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn av-dc: np1 vdz pn31 a-acp, cc vmb av-x vdi pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 27
5710 look what God gives a man at first, he gives him once for all, you may see it, Jud 1. saith he I would have you earnestly contend for the faith, which was once delivered to the Saints; look what God gives a man At First, he gives him once for all, you may see it, Jud 1. Says he I would have you earnestly contend for the faith, which was once Delivered to the Saints; vvb r-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp ord, pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp d, pn22 vmb vvi pn31, j crd vvz pns31 pns11 vmd vhi pn22 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 27
5711 when God did effectually call his Saints, he delivered to them faith, and he delivered it to them then once for all, never to give it to them againe; when God did effectually call his Saints, he Delivered to them faith, and he Delivered it to them then once for all, never to give it to them again; c-crq np1 vdd av-j vvi po31 n2, pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 n1, cc pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp pno32 av a-acp p-acp d, av-x pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 27
5712 but then they had it once for all, as it is said of Christ, he was once offered for all, Heb 9. So when God doth effectually call a man, he doth give him this call once for all, he gives him faith once for all, and grace once for all; but then they had it once for all, as it is said of christ, he was once offered for all, Hebrew 9. So when God does effectually call a man, he does give him this call once for all, he gives him faith once for all, and grace once for all; cc-acp cs pns32 vhd pn31 a-acp p-acp d, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vbds a-acp vvn p-acp d, n1 crd av c-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi dt n1, pns31 vdz vvi pno31 d vvb a-acp p-acp d, pns31 vvz pno31 n1 a-acp p-acp d, cc vvb a-acp p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 27
5713 but you will say when God gives grace he reneweth it every day, and affoards new helps, and new assistances; but you will say when God gives grace he Reneweth it every day, and affords new helps, and new assistances; cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi c-crq np1 vvz n1 pns31 vvz pn31 d n1, cc vvz j n2, cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5714 'tis true, and without this, no man can stand without supply from God continually, the very elect could not persevere unto the end; it's true, and without this, no man can stand without supply from God continually, the very elect could not persevere unto the end; pn31|vbz j, cc p-acp d, dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1 av-j, dt j j-vvn vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5715 but yet God gives them no new graces, he gives them more of the same love to God, but yet God gives them not new graces, he gives them more of the same love to God, cc-acp av np1 vvz pno32 xx j n2, pns31 vvz pno32 n1 pp-f dt d n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5716 and more of the same faith, and more of the same desires, and endeavours after goodness; and more of the same faith, and more of the same Desires, and endeavours After Goodness; cc dc pp-f dt d n1, cc dc pp-f dt d n2, cc n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5717 but the thing is never to do againe, as Christ saith to the woman of Samaria, 1 Joh. 4. 14. Whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the thing is never to do again, as christ Says to the woman of Samaria, 1 John 4. 14. Whosoever Drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; cc-acp dt n1 vbz av-x pc-acp vdi av, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd r-crq vvz pp-f dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi pno31 vmb av-x vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5718 when Christ brings a man to this well, and gives him the first draught, he shall never thirst more, he shall never have it to do againe; when christ brings a man to this well, and gives him the First draught, he shall never thirst more, he shall never have it to do again; c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d av, cc vvz pno31 dt ord n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi av-dc, pns31 vmb av-x vhi pn31 pc-acp vdi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5719 God doth it once for all? that is, that man that is once effectually called, is never uncalled, God does it once for all? that is, that man that is once effectually called, is never uncalled, np1 vdz pn31 a-acp p-acp d? d vbz, cst n1 cst vbz a-acp av-j vvn, vbz av-x j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5720 if he hath once faith given him, he is never totally deprived of it, it is once delivered to him, for all times afterwards: if he hath once faith given him, he is never totally deprived of it, it is once Delivered to him, for all times afterwards: cs pns31 vhz a-acp n1 vvn pno31, pns31 vbz av-x av-j vvn pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz a-acp vvn p-acp pno31, c-acp d n2 av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5721 now this shews us, that it concerns us nearly to be assured of this, when a man hath done a thing, that can be but once done, it must stand for all; now this shows us, that it concerns us nearly to be assured of this, when a man hath done a thing, that can be but once done, it must stand for all; av d vvz pno12, cst pn31 vvz pno12 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d, c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn dt n1, cst vmb vbi p-acp a-acp vdn, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5722 and the thing is good and necessary, would he not be sure of it? such a thing is effectual calling. and the thing is good and necessary, would he not be sure of it? such a thing is effectual calling. cc dt n1 vbz j cc j, vmd pns31 xx vbi j pp-f pn31? d dt n1 vbz j n-vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 474 Page 28
5723 Secondly, Because all the promises meet here, as all the streams meet where the fountaine opens its self, Secondly, Because all the promises meet Here, as all the streams meet where the fountain Opens its self, ord, c-acp d dt n2 vvb av, c-acp d dt n2 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5724 so all the promises of God meet in a mans effectual calling; so all the promises of God meet in a men effectual calling; av d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp dt ng1 j n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5725 when God effectually calls a man, he saith, take my Son, come unto me, cast thy self upon me; when God effectually calls a man, he Says, take my Son, come unto me, cast thy self upon me; c-crq np1 av-j vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz, vvb po11 n1, vvb p-acp pno11, vvb po21 n1 p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5726 and be ruled by me, he doth this effectually, and saith thus to him; and be ruled by me, he does this effectually, and Says thus to him; cc vbb vvn p-acp pno11, pns31 vdz d av-j, cc vvz av p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5727 thou shalt have my Son, and with him all things, pardon of thy sins, the peace of a good conscience; thou shalt have my Son, and with him all things, pardon of thy Sins, the peace of a good conscience; pns21 vm2 vhi po11 n1, cc p-acp pno31 d n2, n1 pp-f po21 n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5728 I will give thee power against •ll thy lusts, the gates of hell shall not prevaile against thee; I will give thee power against •ll thy Lustiest, the gates of hell shall not prevail against thee; pns11 vmb vvi pno21 n1 p-acp av po21 n2, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5729 I will keep thee here in this world through faith unto salvation, take my y•ak upon th•, I will keep thee Here in this world through faith unto salvation, take my y•ak upon th•, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 av p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvb po11 n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5730 and learne of me, and thou shalt have all these things, and therefore, Rev. 19. 9. Blessed is he that is called to the supper of the Lamb, these are the true sayings of God, and Learn of me, and thou shalt have all these things, and Therefore, Rev. 19. 9. Blessed is he that is called to the supper of the Lamb, these Are the true sayings of God, cc vvi pp-f pno11, cc pns21 vm2 vhi d d n2, cc av, n1 crd crd j-vvn vbz pns31 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vbr dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5731 as who should say, though you may question it, and doubt it, and call it into controversy, I tell you it is true; as who should say, though you may question it, and doubt it, and call it into controversy, I tell you it is true; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31, cc vvb pn31 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb pn22 pn31 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5732 these are the true sayings of God and you may build your self upon it, you are blessed if you be once effectually called of God, all the promises of God belong unto you, Acts 2. 39. the pr•mises belong to you, these Are the true sayings of God and you may built your self upon it, you Are blessed if you be once effectually called of God, all the promises of God belong unto you, Acts 2. 39. the pr•mises belong to you, d vbr dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1 cc pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1 p-acp pn31, pn22 vbr vvn cs pn22 vbb a-acp av-j vvn pp-f np1, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp pn22, n2 crd crd dt n2 vvb p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5733 and to your children, to as many as God shall call; all that are called of God, all the promises of God belong unto them; and to your children, to as many as God shall call; all that Are called of God, all the promises of God belong unto them; cc p-acp po22 n2, p-acp c-acp d c-acp np1 vmb vvi; d cst vbr vvn pp-f np1, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5734 as soon as ever Christ hath effectually called a man, he opens his liver-veine, and lets out all his heart blood upon him, all belongs to that man, it is like the first joyning of hands between man and wife, with all my goods I thee •ndow: as soon as ever christ hath effectually called a man, he Opens his liver-vein, and lets out all his heart blood upon him, all belongs to that man, it is like the First joining of hands between man and wife, with all my goods I thee •ndow: c-acp av c-acp av np1 vhz av-j vvn dt n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvb|pno12 av d po31 n1 n1 p-acp pno31, d vvz p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz av-j dt ord vvg pp-f n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp d po11 n2-j pns11 pno21 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5735 when God first takes a man out of the world, to live unto him, and seek his Kingdom, when God First Takes a man out of the world, to live unto him, and seek his Kingdom, c-crq np1 ord vvz dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5736 and labour to please him, and from this time forward to believe in his name, with all his goods he him endows, he gives him title to eternal life, to all the help• and furtherances, that ever he shall need for this life or eternal life, he shall have all: and labour to please him, and from this time forward to believe in his name, with all his goods he him endows, he gives him title to Eternal life, to all the help• and furtherances, that ever he shall need for this life or Eternal life, he shall have all: cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc p-acp d n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d po31 n2-j pns31 pno31 vvz, pns31 vvz pno31 n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp d dt n1 cc n2, cst av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc j n1, pns31 vmb vhi d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5737 now what a needful thing is it, when all the promises meet here, as at a fountaine head; now what a needful thing is it, when all the promises meet Here, as At a fountain head; av q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31, c-crq d dt n2 vvb av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5738 here is the spring let forth, how needful is it I say, that a man should labour that he be effectually called of God; Here is the spring let forth, how needful is it I say, that a man should labour that he be effectually called of God; av vbz dt n1 vvb av, c-crq j vbz pn31 pns11 vvb, cst dt n1 vmd vvi cst pns31 vbb av-j vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5739 we should look for i• every day, and pray to God to have it, and strive to have it appeare unto us ▪ that our calling is sound: we should look for i• every day, and pray to God to have it, and strive to have it appear unto us ▪ that our calling is found: pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 d n1, cc vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vhi pn31, cc vvb pc-acp vhi pn31 vvi p-acp pno12 ▪ d po12 n1 vbz j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5740 here is the very in-let of all the comforts of the holy Ghost, and all the hope that the soul can have, here is all the satisfaction and content of the soul of man; Here is the very inlet of all the comforts of the holy Ghost, and all the hope that the soul can have, Here is all the satisfaction and content of the soul of man; av vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc d dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vhi, av vbz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5741 they are bestowed upon a man, when he is effectually called, there is a way set open unto him, that he may have the same. they Are bestowed upon a man, when he is effectually called, there is a Way Set open unto him, that he may have the same. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbz av-j vvn, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd j p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vhi dt d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 475 Page 28
5742 Thirdly, Because this is the first of all obedience, a man cannot obey God, till he be effectually called; Thirdly, Because this is the First of all Obedience, a man cannot obey God, till he be effectually called; ord, c-acp d vbz dt ord pp-f d n1, dt n1 vmbx vvi np1, c-acp pns31 vbb av-j vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 28
5743 nay, it is not obedience till he be called, if a man should heare Sermons, come to the Sacraments, give to the poore, it is no obedience till a man be effectually called: nay, it is not Obedience till he be called, if a man should hear Sermons, come to the Sacraments, give to the poor, it is no Obedience till a man be effectually called: uh-x, pn31 vbz xx n1 c-acp pns31 vbb vvn, cs dt n1 vmd vvi n2, vvb p-acp dt n2, vvb p-acp dt j, pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 vbi av-j vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 28
5744 when once a man is bound apprentice, and his indentures are drawn, his running of errands, when once a man is bound apprentice, and his indentures Are drawn, his running of errands, c-crq c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn n1, cc po31 n2 vbr vvn, po31 n-vvg pp-f n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 28
5745 and all he doth is service to his Master; and all he does is service to his Master; cc d pns31 vdz vbz n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 28
5746 when thou art bound apprentice to Christ, and thy indentures are sealed, and thou art called to be a servant unto him; when thou art bound apprentice to christ, and thy indentures Are sealed, and thou art called to be a servant unto him; c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn n1 p-acp np1, cc po21 n2 vbr vvn, cc pns21 vb2r vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 28
5747 now all thy works are obedience to him, Come saith Christ, learne of me, &c. Mat. 11. 28. first he would have them come to him, now all thy works Are Obedience to him, Come Says christ, Learn of me, etc. Mathew 11. 28. First he would have them come to him, av d po21 n2 vbr n1 p-acp pno31, vvb vvz np1, vvb pp-f pno11, av np1 crd crd ord pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5748 and beare his yoak, and then learn of me; and bear his yoke, and then Learn of me; cc vvi po31 n1, cc av vvb pp-f pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5749 then be meek as I am meek, and humble as I am humble, and then bear my burthen; then be meek as I am meek, and humble as I am humble, and then bear my burden; av vbb j c-acp pns11 vbm j, cc j c-acp pns11 vbm j, cc av vvb po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5750 then it is obedience and you are able to go through, Faithful is he that hath called you, who will also do it; then it is Obedience and you Are able to go through, Faithful is he that hath called you, who will also do it; cs pn31 vbz n1 cc pn22 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp, j vbz pns31 cst vhz vvn pn22, r-crq vmb av vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5751 effectual calling is the fill-horse of the cart, that bears up the cart, this is the first draught; effectual calling is the fill-horse of the cart, that bears up the cart, this is the First draught; j n-vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz a-acp dt n1, d vbz dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5752 a Painter cannot lay any colour, till the first draught be made: this is the very ground of a mans workings; a Painter cannot lay any colour, till the First draught be made: this is the very ground of a men workings; dt n1 vmbx vvi d n1, c-acp dt ord n1 vbi vvn: d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5753 this is the ground of all obedience, of all prayer, and hearing; this is the ground of all Obedience, of all prayer, and hearing; d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, pp-f d n1, cc vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5754 here is the ground of doing all aright, otherwise God will say, what hast thou to do, to take my name into thy mouth, unlesse thou wilt submit to my Covenant and be bound apprentice with me; Here is the ground of doing all aright, otherwise God will say, what hast thou to do, to take my name into thy Mouth, unless thou wilt submit to my Covenant and be bound apprentice with me; av vbz dt n1 pp-f vdg d av, av np1 vmb vvi, q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n1, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po11 n1 cc vbi vvn n1 p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5755 a man that is yet in his sins, he hath nothing to do as yet, a man that is yet in his Sins, he hath nothing to do as yet, dt n1 cst vbz av p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vhz pix pc-acp vdi c-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5756 but to lye at the throne of grace, crying that God would give him a call, but to lie At the throne of grace, crying that God would give him a call, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5757 for he can do nothing till he is effectually called of God. Fourthly, This is the only way to go forward; for he can do nothing till he is effectually called of God. Fourthly, This is the only Way to go forward; c-acp pns31 vmb vdi pix p-acp pns31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1. ord, d vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 476 Page 29
5758 a man cannot go forward, there is no proceeding unlesse the beginning be well done, a man cannot go forward, there is no proceeding unless the beginning be well done, dt n1 vmbx vvi av-j, pc-acp vbz dx vvg cs dt n1 vbb av vdn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 477 Page 29
5759 as the Apostle saith, Heb. 6. 1. leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; as the Apostle Says, Hebrew 6. 1. leaving the principles of the Doctrine of christ, let us go on unto perfection; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 477 Page 29
5760 as who should say, taking it for granted, that you are effectually called of God, that the principals of Religion are laid in your souls, let us go on unto perfection, let us wax better and better, as who should say, taking it for granted, that you Are effectually called of God, that the principals of Religion Are laid in your Souls, let us go on unto perfection, let us wax better and better, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvg pn31 p-acp vvn, cst pn22 vbr av-j vvn pp-f np1, cst dt n2-jn pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp po22 n2, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi jc cc av-jc, (7) treatise (DIV2) 477 Page 29
5761 and pray to God that we may encrease in grace, let us walk in holy and sincere obedience to all Gods Commandements, let us labour and strive to out-strip our selves, and pray to God that we may increase in grace, let us walk in holy and sincere Obedience to all God's commandments, let us labour and strive to outstrip our selves, cc vvb p-acp np1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp d ng1 n2, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 477 Page 29
5762 and amend our selves from day to day; and amend our selves from day to day; cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 477 Page 29
5763 if we have laid the foundation well, if that be first well laid, a man may go on to perfection, a man cannot otherwise go on well; if we have laid the Foundation well, if that be First well laid, a man may go on to perfection, a man cannot otherwise go on well; cs pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 av, cs d vbb ord n1 vvd, dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 vmbx av vvi p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 477 Page 29
5764 nay, the further a man goeth on, the more mischief he pulls upon his soul. nay, the further a man Goes on, the more mischief he pulls upon his soul. uh-x, dt jc dt n1 vvz a-acp, dt av-dc n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 477 Page 29
5765 Lastly, This is the maine stud in the house, the very ground a man is to stand fast upon; Lastly, This is the main stud in the house, the very ground a man is to stand fast upon; ord, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 dt n1 vbz p-acp vvb av-j p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 478 Page 29
5766 this is the ground to keep a man from falling away, that God hath effectually called him, this is the ground to keep a man from falling away, that God hath effectually called him, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg av, cst np1 vhz av-j vvn pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 478 Page 29
5767 as the Apostle saith, 2 Thes. 2. 13, 14. We are bound to give God thanks for you brethren, as the Apostle Says, 2 Thebes 2. 13, 14. We Are bound to give God thanks for you brothers, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 n2 p-acp pn22 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 478 Page 29
5768 because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation, through the sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth, whereunto he called you by our Gospel, therefore brethren stand fast; Because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation, through the sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth, whereunto he called you by our Gospel, Therefore brothers stand fast; c-acp np1 vhz p-acp dt n1 vvn pn22 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp po12 n1, av n2 vvb av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 478 Page 29
5769 when a man is effectually called, a man may say stand fast, otherwise he cannot persevere unto the end. when a man is effectually called, a man may say stand fast, otherwise he cannot persevere unto the end. c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi vvi av-j, av pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 478 Page 29
5770 MATTH. 11. 28. Come unto me all ye that are weary, and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. MATTHEW. 11. 28. Come unto me all you that Are weary, and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. av. crd crd np1 p-acp pno11 d pn22 cst vbr j, cc j vvn, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 478 Page 30
5771 WE have been large in the opening of effectual calling, and the last thing we handled concerning it, was this; WE have been large in the opening of effectual calling, and the last thing we handled Concerning it, was this; pns12 vhb vbn j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n-vvg, cc dt ord n1 pns12 vvd vvg pn31, vbds d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 479 Page 30
5772 that it was the first gathering of a man unto Christ, the first making of a man to come unto Christ; that it was the First gathering of a man unto christ, the First making of a man to come unto christ; cst pn31 vbds dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 479 Page 30
5773 it is a mans first admission into the estate of grace; it is a men First admission into the estate of grace; pn31 vbz dt ng1 ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 479 Page 30
5774 it is the first dawning of the light that shineth from above, the first coming forth of Gods good will and pleasure to a man. it is the First dawning of the Light that shines from above, the First coming forth of God's good will and pleasure to a man. pn31 vbz dt ord n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp a-acp, dt ord vvg av pp-f npg1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 479 Page 30
5775 Now before I can proceed to the particular parts of effectual calling, I must needs take a thing by the way, Now before I can proceed to the particular parts of effectual calling, I must needs take a thing by the Way, av c-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n-vvg, pns11 vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5776 namely Gods preparatory work, that he doth work as a way hereunto; namely God's preparatory work, that he does work as a Way hereunto; av npg1 n1 n1, cst pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5777 though it be not the work of saving grace, a man may perish for all that work, though it be not the work of Saving grace, a man may perish for all that work, cs pn31 vbb xx dt n1 pp-f vvg n1, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d cst vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5778 unless the Lord carry a man further on; unless the Lord carry a man further on; cs dt n1 vvb dt n1 av-jc a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5779 yet there is a preparatory work, that God doth work in the soul, before he calls a man effectually, the Lord doth prepare a man, by detecting of sinne, yet there is a preparatory work, that God does work in the soul, before he calls a man effectually, the Lord does prepare a man, by detecting of sin, av a-acp vbz dt n1 n1, cst np1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 av-j, dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5780 and shewing him his misery by sinne, and letting him see and perceive what a miserable creature he is in himself; and showing him his misery by sin, and letting him see and perceive what a miserable creature he is in himself; cc vvg pno31 po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvg pno31 vvi cc vvb r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5781 and God doth stop and silence a man before him, and leave him without excuse, and God does stop and silence a man before him, and leave him without excuse, cc np1 vdz vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5782 and cut him and hew him down by the law, that he may see that he is a dead creature and a damned wretch; and Cut him and hew him down by the law, that he may see that he is a dead creature and a damned wretch; cc vvd pno31 cc vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz dt j n1 cc dt j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5783 before this a man will not come, though God call him never so often, he will not here his lusts carry him away, before this a man will not come, though God call him never so often, he will not Here his Lustiest carry him away, p-acp d dt n1 vmb xx vvi, cs np1 vvb pno31 av-x av av, pns31 vmb xx av po31 n2 vvi pno31 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5784 and stop his ears, and harden his heart, though he seem to come, and sets divers steps to come home, and stop his ears, and harden his heart, though he seem to come, and sets diverse steps to come home, cc vvi po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n1, cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi av-an, (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5785 yet he never comes home indeed, till God takes a man down in this fashion. yet he never comes home indeed, till God Takes a man down in this fashion. av pns31 av-x vvz av-an av, c-acp np1 vvz dt n1 a-acp p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 480 Page 30
5786 Now this is the thing we are to speak of, and we have it in the text, in the which we may observe three things: Now this is the thing we Are to speak of, and we have it in the text, in the which we may observe three things: av d vbz dt n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f, cc pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt r-crq pns12 vmb vvi crd n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 481 Page 30
5787 first the preparatory work which now we are to speak of, you that are weary, and heavy laden: First the preparatory work which now we Are to speak of, you that Are weary, and heavy laden: ord dt n1 vvb r-crq av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f, pn22 cst vbr j, cc j vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 481 Page 30
5788 secondly, the call it self, come unto me: thirdly, the benefit of this yielding to this call, I will give you rest. secondly, the call it self, come unto me: Thirdly, the benefit of this yielding to this call, I will give you rest. ord, dt vvb pn31 n1, vvb p-acp pno11: ord, dt n1 pp-f d vvg p-acp d vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 481 Page 30
5789 To speak then, first of this preparatory work, the Lord brings the law to a man, To speak then, First of this preparatory work, the Lord brings the law to a man, pc-acp vvi av, ord pp-f d n1 n1, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5790 and laies load upon the soul, and makes the soul labour, and toile, and sweat, and lays load upon the soul, and makes the soul labour, and toil, and sweat, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 n1, cc n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5791 and makes his heart burst within him, and he is heavily laden, as if mountaines were upon his back; and makes his heart burst within him, and he is heavily laden, as if Mountains were upon his back; cc vvz po31 n1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vbz av-j vvn, c-acp cs n2 vbdr p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5792 God layeth load upon the soul, and then comes effectual calling: God Layeth load upon the soul, and then comes effectual calling: np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz j n-vvg: (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5793 see what the Apostle speaks, Gal. 3. 24. the Apostle here speaks by his own experience, once we were strangers from Christ and absent from Christ: see what the Apostle speaks, Gal. 3. 24. the Apostle Here speaks by his own experience, once we were Strangers from christ and absent from christ: vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 av vvz p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp pns12 vbdr n2 p-acp np1 cc j p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5794 now how did God fetch us home? he sent the law, the ferula of the law, he sent the law to arrest us, now how did God fetch us home? he sent the law, the ferula of the law, he sent the law to arrest us, av q-crq vdd np1 vvi pno12 av-an? pns31 vvd dt n1, dt fw-la pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5795 and schoole us to Christ, it was a Schoole-Master: and school us to christ, it was a Schoole-Master: cc vvi pno12 p-acp np1, pn31 vbds dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5796 I can speak it for my part, it was mine as you may see, Rom. 7. from the beginning to the 12. ver. So the law fetched Paul home and struck him dead, I can speak it for my part, it was mine as you may see, Rom. 7. from the beginning to the 12. ver. So the law fetched Paul home and struck him dead, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vbds png11 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt crd fw-la. av dt n1 vvd np1 av-an cc vvd pno31 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5797 and made him see what a miserable and wretched creature he was; and made him see what a miserable and wretched creature he was; cc vvd pno31 vvi r-crq dt j cc j n1 pns31 vbds; (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5798 it made him see he had no hope nor no hold, nothing in the world to trust to in himself, he was a dead man, the law like a sword stabs him at the heart; it made him see he had no hope nor no hold, nothing in the world to trust to in himself, he was a dead man, the law like a sword stabs him At the heart; pn31 vvd pno31 vvi pns31 vhd dx n1 ccx dx n1, pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp px31, pns31 vbds dt j n1, dt n1 av-j dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5799 and so it pleased the Lord to bring him home to Christ, that he might be justified by faith: and so it pleased the Lord to bring him home to christ, that he might be justified by faith: cc av pn31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-an p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5800 first, the Israelites were stung with the fiery Serpents, before they were healed by looking up to the brazen Serpent: First, the Israelites were stung with the fiery Serpents, before they were healed by looking up to the brazen Serpent: ord, dt np1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n2, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp dt j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 30
5801 first our first parents saw they were naked, and then came forth the promise of the seed of the woman: First our First Parents saw they were naked, and then Come forth the promise of the seed of the woman: ord po12 ord n2 vvd pns32 vbdr j, cc av vvd av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 31
5802 so first God convinceth a man of sinne, and then of righteousness, Joh 10. 8. first he convinceth a man of his sins, so First God Convinces a man of sin, and then of righteousness, John 10. 8. First he Convinces a man of his Sins, av ord np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pp-f n1, np1 crd crd ord pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 31
5803 and then shews him where righteousness is to be had, how he may have righteousness, and peace of conscience, and be justified before God. and then shows him where righteousness is to be had, how he may have righteousness, and peace of conscience, and be justified before God. cc av vvz pno31 c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn, c-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 482 Page 31
5804 Now for the opening of the point, I will shew you three things: Now for the opening of the point, I will show you three things: av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 483 Page 31
5805 first, that it is thus, God doth first prepare a man, before he calls him effectually. First, that it is thus, God does First prepare a man, before he calls him effectually. ord, cst pn31 vbz av, np1 vdz ord vvi dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno31 av-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 483 Page 31
5806 Secondly, the reasons why the Lord doth thus: and Thirdly, the uses. Secondly, the Reasons why the Lord does thus: and Thirdly, the uses. ord, dt n2 c-crq dt n1 vdz av: cc ord, dt n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 483 Page 31
5807 First, That it is true, the Lord doth prepare a man, before he doth effectually call him, either more or lesse; First, That it is true, the Lord does prepare a man, before he does effectually call him, either more or less; ord, cst pn31 vbz j, dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1, c-acp pns31 vdz av-j vvb pno31, av-d av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5808 there must be a work of the law one way or other, and to prove this: there must be a work of the law one Way or other, and to prove this: a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 crd n1 cc n-jn, cc pc-acp vvi d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5809 first, wherefore else are those many texts of Scripture, full of terrours ▪ of sharp arrows, First, Wherefore Else Are those many texts of Scripture, full of terrors ▪ of sharp arrows, ord, c-crq av vbr d d n2 pp-f n1, j pp-f n2 ▪ pp-f j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5810 and fierce pellets against sinners? wherefore are these but to terrifie a man, and pull a man down? and that we that are Ministers of God, should fling them against sinners, and fierce pellets against Sinners? Wherefore Are these but to terrify a man, and pull a man down? and that we that Are Ministers of God, should fling them against Sinners, cc j n2 p-acp n2? q-crq vbr d cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 a-acp? cc cst pns12 d vbr n2 pp-f np1, vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5811 and the Lord looks that men should tremble, Amos 3. 6, 8. The Lord saith there, shall a trumpet be blown in a City, and the Lord looks that men should tremble, Amos 3. 6, 8. The Lord Says there, shall a trumpet be blown in a city, cc dt n1 vvz d n2 vmd vvi, np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz a-acp, vmb dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5812 and people not be afraid? &c. and ver. 8. When the Lyon roars, who will not feare? all those terrible texts of Scripture, they are the roaring of the Lyon of the tribe of Judah against all that go on in sinne; and people not be afraid? etc. and ver. 8. When the lion roars, who will not Fear? all those terrible texts of Scripture, they Are the roaring of the lion of the tribe of Judah against all that go on in sin; cc n1 xx vbi j? av cc fw-la. crd c-crq dt n1 vvz, r-crq vmb xx vvi? d d j n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d cst vvb a-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5813 now who would not tremble saith the Prophet? 'tis true many wicked and ungodly men do not tremble a jot almost; now who would not tremble Says the Prophet? it's true many wicked and ungodly men do not tremble a jot almost; av q-crq vmd xx vvi vvz dt n1? pn31|vbz j d j cc j n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5814 but some shall tremble, God looks upon some, and they shall tremble at his Word, Isa. 66. 1, 2. but Some shall tremble, God looks upon Some, and they shall tremble At his Word, Isaiah 66. 1, 2. cc-acp d vmb vvi, np1 vvz p-acp d, cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 484 Page 31
5815 Secondly, Because this is the office of the Spirit of God, to be a Spirit of bondage, Secondly, Because this is the office of the Spirit of God, to be a Spirit of bondage, ord, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5816 before he be the Spirit of adoption; he was so to the Romans, he was the Spirit of bondage in their hearts, before he be the Spirit of adoption; he was so to the Roman, he was the Spirit of bondage in their hearts, c-acp pns31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1; pns31 vbds av p-acp dt njp2, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5817 before he was the Spirit of adoption, to make them cry Abba Father, R•m. 8. 15. You have not received againe the Spirit of bondage to feare, you did receive it once, before he was the Spirit of adoption, to make them cry Abba Father, R•m. 8. 15. You have not received again the Spirit of bondage to Fear, you did receive it once, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi np1 n1, n1. crd crd pn22 vhb xx vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, pn22 vdd vvi pn31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5818 but you have not received it againe; but now you have received, the Spirit of adoption, whereby you cry, A•ba Father. but you have not received it again; but now you have received, the Spirit of adoption, whereby you cry, A•ba Father. cc-acp pn22 vhb xx vvn pn31 av; cc-acp av pn22 vhb vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn22 vvb, np1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5819 Now to deny this doctrine, is to deny the maine office of the Spirit, which is dangerous, Now to deny this Doctrine, is to deny the main office of the Spirit, which is dangerous, av pc-acp vvi d n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5820 for every man naturally is a bedlam: for every man naturally is a bedlam: c-acp d n1 av-j vbz dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5821 now how are bedlams tamed? they are beaten and whipt, and kept under till they come to themselves: now how Are bedlams tamed? they Are beaten and whipped, and kept under till they come to themselves: av q-crq vbr n1 vvn? pns32 vbr vvn cc vvd, cc vvd p-acp c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp px32: (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5822 so the Lord deals with a man as with a bedlam; so the Lord deals with a man as with a bedlam; av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5823 he comes with the Spirit of bondage, flinging in slavish terrours and fears, and what a miserable creature he is, this sin and the other sinne, he comes with the Spirit of bondage, flinging in slavish terrors and fears, and what a miserable creature he is, this since and the other sin, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp j n2 cc n2, cc q-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz, d n1 cc dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5824 and the wrath of God is come out against him; and the wrath of God is come out against him; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5825 the Spirit takes a man down from day to day, and undermines him and breaks his stomack; the Spirit Takes a man down from day to day, and undermines him and breaks his stomach; dt n1 vvz dt n1 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno31 cc vvz po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5826 and then afterwards, when he hath ••ought that work, he comes to be the Spirit of adoption, to teach him to cry Abba Father. and then afterwards, when he hath ••ought that work, he comes to be the Spirit of adoption, to teach him to cry Abba Father. cc av av, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi np1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 485 Page 31
5827 Thirdly, Because the Gospels turne is not come, till the Law hath done his part; Thirdly, Because the Gospels turn is not come, till the Law hath done his part; ord, c-acp dt ng1 n1 vbz xx vvn, c-acp dt n1 vhz vdn po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 486 Page 31
5828 th•s was the method that Christ was anointed to observe in his Ministery, he would first have a man bruised and broken, th•s was the method that christ was anointed to observe in his Ministry, he would First have a man Bruised and broken, av vbds dt n1 cst np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd ord vhb dt n1 vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 486 Page 31
5829 and captivated, and blind, and poore, and in misery, and then he preacheth the Gospel to him, and captivated, and blind, and poor, and in misery, and then he Preacheth the Gospel to him, cc vvn, cc j, cc j, cc p-acp n1, cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 486 Page 31
5830 as you may see, L•k 4. 19. The Spirit of the Lord hath anointed me to this order, saith he; as you may see, L•k 4. 19. The Spirit of the Lord hath anointed me to this order, Says he; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vvb crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp d n1, vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 486 Page 31
5831 it is an excellent place for this purpose, to stop the mouthes of those that hope there is an easier way; it is an excellent place for this purpose, to stop the mouths of those that hope there is an Easier Way; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pc-acp vbz dt jc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 486 Page 31
5832 he will preach the Gospel, and liberty, and comfort, and enlargement; but he will have a broken heart first, and a tender Spirit first. he will preach the Gospel, and liberty, and Comfort, and enlargement; but he will have a broken heart First, and a tender Spirit First. pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt j-vvn n1 ord, cc dt j n1 ord. (7) treatise (DIV2) 486 Page 31
5833 Fourthly, You may see an expresse place of our Saviour Christ, that he came to save that which was lost: Fourthly, You may see an express place of our Saviour christ, that he Come to save that which was lost: ord, pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1, cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbds vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 487 Page 31
5834 first a man shall be in a lost estate, and he shall be in a wilderness, First a man shall be in a lost estate, and he shall be in a Wilderness, ord dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 487 Page 31
5835 and he shall have his sinnes discovered, and his misery, and then the Lord comes to those that he hath a minde to do good unto, Mat. 9. 12. 13. saith he, They that are whole need not the Physitian, and he shall have his Sins discovered, and his misery, and then the Lord comes to those that he hath a mind to do good unto, Mathew 9. 12. 13. Says he, They that Are Whole need not the physician, cc pns31 vmb vhi po31 n2 vvn, cc po31 n1, cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp d cst pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp, np1 crd crd crd vvz pns31, pns32 cst vbr j-jn vvb xx dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 487 Page 31
5836 but they that are s••k, he means to deale with a man as a Physitian, a man must be sick before he comes to him, the Physitian gives Physick to none till they be sick: but they that Are s••k, he means to deal with a man as a physician, a man must be sick before he comes to him, the physician gives Physic to none till they be sick: cc-acp pns32 cst vbr j, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb vbi j c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pix c-acp pns32 vbb j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 487 Page 31
5837 now till a man is sick of his sinnes ▪ till they are the diseases of his soul, till he is in torments and misery, the Lord Jesus saith, he will not be his Physician. now till a man is sick of his Sins ▪ till they Are the diseases of his soul, till he is in torments and misery, the Lord jesus Says, he will not be his physician. av c-acp dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 n2 ▪ c-acp pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp n2 cc n1, dt n1 np1 vvz, pns31 vmb xx vbi po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 487 Page 32
5838 Fifthly, Because God doth see it sitting to deale thus with his converted ones when they fall into some foule sinne, Fifthly, Because God does see it sitting to deal thus with his converted ones when they fallen into Some foul sin, ord, c-acp np1 vdz vvi pn31 vvg pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 vvn pi2 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5839 and grosse iniquity, the Lord is pleased to go this way to work, even towards his own converted ones; and gross iniquity, the Lord is pleased to go this Way to work, even towards his own converted ones; cc j n1, dt n1 vbz vvd pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi, av p-acp po31 d vvn pi2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5840 when they sinne, not onely through invincible infirmities, and through temptation; when they sin, not only through invincible infirmities, and through temptation; c-crq pns32 vvb, xx av-j p-acp j n2, cc p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5841 but when they grow stubborn, when they fall into some horrible iniquity, the Lord doth use to go even legally to work with them ▪ though they lie under grace; but when they grow stubborn, when they fallen into Some horrible iniquity, the Lord does use to go even legally to work with them ▪ though they lie under grace; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb j, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d j n1, dt n1 vdz vvi pc-acp vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 ▪ c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5842 therefore much more towards those that never yet were under grace, that never had any free Spirit, that never had any part of an ingenious nature, that were never yet wrought to be led by the faire means of grace; Therefore much more towards those that never yet were under grace, that never had any free Spirit, that never had any part of an ingenious nature, that were never yet wrought to be led by the fair means of grace; av av-d av-dc p-acp d cst av-x av vbdr p-acp n1, cst av-x vhd d j n1, cst av-x vhd d n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst vbdr av-x av vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5843 if God work so with those that he hath given in some measure his grace, and given in some measure a portion of his free Spirit unto; if God work so with those that he hath given in Some measure his grace, and given in Some measure a portion of his free Spirit unto; cs np1 vvb av p-acp d cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 po31 n1, cc vvn p-acp d n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5844 if when they sinne, and sinne foully, it is not all the promise of the Gospel, all the covenant of Grace, that will raise them up againe, if when they sin, and sin foully, it is not all the promise of the Gospel, all the Covenant of Grace, that will raise them up again, cs c-crq pns32 vvb, cc n1 av-j, pn31 vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb vvi pno32 a-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5845 and make them walk before God with holiness, and zeale, and fervency; and make them walk before God with holiness, and zeal, and fervency; cc vvi pno32 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5846 then much more will he deale thus with those that never had any grace at all: then much more will he deal thus with those that never had any grace At all: av av-d av-dc vmb pns31 vvi av p-acp d cst av-x vhd d n1 p-acp d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5847 Thus David cryeth out, thy fears have got hold upon me, and Psal. 28. 4. his sinnes were as an heavy burthen unto him, too heavy for him to beare; Thus David Cries out, thy fears have god hold upon me, and Psalm 28. 4. his Sins were as an heavy burden unto him, too heavy for him to bear; av np1 vvz av, po21 n2 vhb vvn n1 p-acp pno11, cc np1 crd crd po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31, av j c-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5848 he did not onely set his sinnes before him, they were not onely the objects before his eyes; he did not only Set his Sins before him, they were not only the objects before his eyes; pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno31, pns32 vbdr xx av-j dt n2 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5849 so they are to a man that walks in the comforts of the Spirit; so they Are to a man that walks in the comforts of the Spirit; av pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5850 they are before his eyes, every man that walks in obedience, he hath his sinnes before him at times to humble him, they Are before his eyes, every man that walks in Obedience, he hath his Sins before him At times to humble him, pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n2, d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, pns31 vhz po31 n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5851 and keep him low, and make him still hang upon Christ, and depend upon him, and keep him low, and make him still hang upon christ, and depend upon him, cc vvi pno31 av-j, cc vvi pno31 av vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5852 and esteem Christ precious to you that believe Christ is precious, 2 Pet. 4. 5. But now he sets them before them, not only as objects, and esteem christ precious to you that believe christ is precious, 2 Pet. 4. 5. But now he sets them before them, not only as objects, cc vvb np1 j p-acp pn22 cst vvb np1 vbz j, crd np1 crd crd p-acp av pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pno32, xx av-j c-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5853 but layeth them as loads upon their backs, that their sins shall not only be seen, but felt by them: but Layeth them as loads upon their backs, that their Sins shall not only be seen, but felt by them: cc-acp vvz pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst po32 n2 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno32: (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5854 now this is a legal work, when any part of a mans sinnes and misery lyes upon his soul and conscience; now this is a Legal work, when any part of a men Sins and misery lies upon his soul and conscience; av d vbz dt j n1, c-crq d n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2 cc n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5855 'tis true, God never shews sinne to the utmost to his people, he never layeth all the load; it's true, God never shows sin to the utmost to his people, he never Layeth all the load; pn31|vbz j, np1 av-x vvz n1 p-acp dt j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 av-x vvz d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5856 if God should stirre up all the stink of uncleanness that is in his people; if God should stir up all the stink of uncleanness that is in his people; cs np1 vmd vvi a-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5857 if God should discover to them all the ugly looks of their sinnes, they were not able to beare it: if God should discover to them all the ugly looks of their Sins, they were not able to bear it: cs np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 d dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5858 As a good man said, when I see my self, saith he, it is an intollerable horror to me, it makes my very flesh to shiver and my soul to quake, to think what I am in my self. As a good man said, when I see my self, Says he, it is an intolerable horror to me, it makes my very Flesh to shiver and my soul to quake, to think what I am in my self. c-acp dt j n1 vvd, c-crq pns11 vvb po11 n1, vvz pns31, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno11, pn31 vvz po11 j n1 pc-acp vvi cc po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 vbm p-acp po11 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5859 Nay, if God should lay all the burden of sinne upon the soul, the children of God their Spirits would faile, they were not able to subsist under it; Nay, if God should lay all the burden of sin upon the soul, the children of God their Spirits would fail, they were not able to subsist under it; uh-x, cs np1 vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f np1 po32 n2 vmd vvi, pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5860 but thus farre the Lord reveals their sinnes, and layeth load upon them, to break their hearts, but thus Far the Lord reveals their Sins, and Layeth load upon them, to break their hearts, cc-acp av av-j dt n1 vvz po32 n2, cc vvz n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5861 and rend the kall of their spirits, to tame, and pull them to him, to bring them under, and rend the kall of their spirits, to tame, and pull them to him, to bring them under, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pno32 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5862 and to make them beare his yoake. Lastly, Because, wheresoever the Scripture doth speak at large, and professedly of any mans conversation; and to make them bear his yoke. Lastly, Because, wheresoever the Scripture does speak At large, and professedly of any men Conversation; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi po31 n1. ord, c-acp, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp j, cc av-vvn pp-f d ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 488 Page 32
5863 we do not read of any conversation, b•t it was after this manner, by revealing their misery in themselves, we do not read of any Conversation, b•t it was After this manner, by revealing their misery in themselves, pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f d n1, av pn31 vbds p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5864 and charging their sinnes upon their souls: and charging their Sins upon their Souls: cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5865 Thus the Lord dealt with Manasses, he did mightily afflict him, he opened his eyes by outward afflictions, Thus the Lord dealt with Manasses, he did mightily afflict him, he opened his eyes by outward afflictions, av dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, pns31 vdd av-j vvi pno31, pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5866 and then charged his misery upon his soul: and then charged his misery upon his soul: cc av vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5867 Thus the Lord dealt with Ephraim, as with an untamed hei•er, and then he cryed out, Convert me O Lord, and I shall be converted, Jer. 31. 18. And thus the Lord dealt with the woman in the Gospel, that washed his feet with her tears; Thus the Lord dealt with Ephraim, as with an untamed hei•er, and then he cried out, Convert me Oh Lord, and I shall be converted, Jer. 31. 18. And thus the Lord dealt with the woman in the Gospel, that washed his feet with her tears; av dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc av pns31 vvd av, vvb pno11 uh n1, cc pns11 vmb vbi vvn, np1 crd crd cc av dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvd po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5868 you must think it was not ordinary sorrow that could make her tears trickle down in such plentiful manner as to wash his feet; you must think it was not ordinary sorrow that could make her tears trickle down in such plentiful manner as to wash his feet; pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbds xx j n1 cst vmd vvi po31 n2 vvi a-acp p-acp d j n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5869 thus it was with her before she had the pardon of her sinnes; and thus it was with Peters hearers; thus it was with her before she had the pardon of her Sins; and thus it was with Peter's hearers; av pn31 vbds p-acp pno31 c-acp pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; cc av pn31 vbds p-acp npg1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5870 he told them, that they were the murtherers of the Lord Jesus, and then they were pricked in their hearts; he told them, that they were the murderers of the Lord jesus, and then they were pricked in their hearts; pns31 vvd pno32, cst pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 np1, cc av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5871 before he did preach the Gospel, and bid them repent evangelically: Thus did John the Baptist deale; before he did preach the Gospel, and bid them Repent evangelically: Thus did John the Baptist deal; c-acp pns31 vdd vvi dt n1, cc vvb pno32 vvi av-j: av vdd np1 dt n1 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5872 first, he comes with the axe and hews at them, and layes at the root of the tree, First, he comes with the axe and hews At them, and lays At the root of the tree, ord, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 32
5873 and then he tells them of Christ, there comes one after me, that is more worthy then I, &c. First, he did lay about him to detect their misery, and reveale to their wretched estate, and then he tells them of christ, there comes one After me, that is more worthy then I, etc. First, he did lay about him to detect their misery, and reveal to their wretched estate, cc av pns31 vvz pno32 pp-f np1, a-acp vvz pi p-acp pno11, cst vbz av-dc j cs pns11, av ord, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvi p-acp po32 j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5874 and then at the last he preached the Gospel, and poured in oyle: So it was with Paul, the Lord made it appeare that he fought against heaven, and then At the last he preached the Gospel, and poured in oil: So it was with Paul, the Lord made it appear that he fought against heaven, cc av p-acp dt ord pns31 vvd dt n1, cc vvd p-acp n1: av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, dt n1 vvd pn31 vvi cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5875 and persecuted the Lord Jesus Christ and he laid him flat upon his face; nay, he smote him with blindness; and persecuted the Lord jesus christ and he laid him flat upon his face; nay, he smote him with blindness; cc vvn dt n1 np1 np1 cc pns31 vvd pno31 av-j p-acp po31 n1; uh-x, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5876 and sent him crying and roaring, and made him glad to go to their houses, whom before he ha• persecuted and scorned; and sent him crying and roaring, and made him glad to go to their houses, whom before he ha• persecuted and scorned; cc vvd pno31 vvg cc vvg, cc vvd pno31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, r-crq c-acp pns31 n1 vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5877 and afterwards he told him that he was a chosen vessel: and afterwards he told him that he was a chosen vessel: cc av pns31 vvd pno31 cst pns31 vbds dt j-vvn n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5878 so the Lord dealt with the jaylor, he rent, and tore him, and burst him in peices, so the Lord dealt with the jailor, he rend, and tore him, and burst him in Pieces, av dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd, cc vvd pno31, cc vvd pno31 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5879 as if all the devils in hell were about him; as if all the Devils in hell were about him; c-acp cs d dt n2 p-acp n1 vbdr p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5880 and afterwards he saith, Beli•ve in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, Act. 16. 26 and afterwards he Says, Beli•ve in the Lord jesus christ, and thou shalt be saved, Act. 16. 26 cc av pns31 vvz, vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, n1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 489 Page 33
5881 But you will say there are some in Scripture are related not to have any such work, Lidia she heard Paul preach, But you will say there Are Some in Scripture Are related not to have any such work, Lidia she herd Paul preach, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbr d p-acp n1 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vhi d d n1, np1 pns31 vvd np1 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 490 Page 33
5882 and the Lord opened her heart at first, and was a convert presently, Act. 6. 14. So it was with Corn•lius, and his company, •eter o••ned his mouth, and preached to them, and the Lord opened her heart At First, and was a convert presently, Act. 6. 14. So it was with Corn•lius, and his company, •eter o••ned his Mouth, and preached to them, cc dt n1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp ord, cc vbds dt vvb av-j, n1 crd crd av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, cc po31 n1, jc vvd po31 n1, cc vvd p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 490 Page 33
5883 and while •e 〈 ◊ 〉 spake the holy Gh•s• sel• on them all, Act. 10. 24. Therefore it seems all mens conversions, and while •e 〈 ◊ 〉 spoke the holy Gh•s• sel• on them all, Act. 10. 24. Therefore it seems all men's conversions, cc n1 vbr 〈 sy 〉 vvd dt j np1 n1 p-acp pno32 d, n1 crd crd av pn31 vvz d ng2 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 490 Page 33
5884 and callings home, are not ushered by this legal work and callings home, Are not ushered by this Legal work cc n2 av-an, vbr xx vvn p-acp d j n1 (7) treatise (DIV2) 490 Page 33
5885 I answer, This is a poore Argument, that because the Scripture doth not say, this work of the Law did not go before, I answer, This is a poor Argument, that Because the Scripture does not say, this work of the Law did not go before, pns11 vvb, d vbz dt j n1, cst c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi, d n1 pp-f dt n1 vdd xx vvi a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5886 therefore it did not g• before: a man cannot make such an inference, because the Scripture doth not •pea•e it; Therefore it did not g• before: a man cannot make such an Inference, Because the Scripture does not •pea•e it; av pn31 vdd xx n1 a-acp: dt n1 vmbx vvi d dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5887 it is sufficient that the Scripture hath related it in other places, how the Lord brings his people •ome, it is sufficient that the Scripture hath related it in other places, how the Lord brings his people •ome, pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 av-an, (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5888 and what method he useth in doing them good: first, he useth the work • the Law, and then of the Gospel; and what method he uses in doing them good: First, he uses the work • the Law, and then of the Gospel; cc r-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp vdg pno32 j: ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 • dt n1, cc av pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5889 the Lord sets it down in other places, and therefore though he omits it here; the Lord sets it down in other places, and Therefore though he omits it Here; dt n1 vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp j-jn n2, cc av cs pns31 vvz pn31 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5890 it doth not follow there was no such th••g in Lidia and Cornelius, and 〈 ◊ 〉 prove there was in both places, that there was a p•eparato•• work in Lida, is plaine by two Arguments, it does not follow there was no such th••g in Lidia and Cornelius, and 〈 ◊ 〉 prove there was in both places, that there was a p•eparato•• work in Lida, is plain by two Arguments, pn31 vdz xx vvi pc-acp vbds dx d n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc 〈 sy 〉 vvi a-acp vbds p-acp d n2, cst a-acp vbds dt n1 vvi p-acp np1, vbz j p-acp crd n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5891 for the Scripture she••th 〈 … 〉efore this evangelical work came, she was a worshipper of God before, 〈 … 〉g •here was something went before this opening of her heart; for the Scripture she••th 〈 … 〉efore this Evangelical work Come, she was a worshipper of God before, 〈 … 〉g •here was something went before this opening of her heart; p-acp dt n1 vhz 〈 … av d j n1 vvd, pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp, 〈 … vbg av vbds pi vvd p-acp d n-vvg pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5892 there was a work of the Law before, for this was the first work of the Gospel, when God ope•ed her heart: there was a work of the Law before, for this was the First work of the Gospel, when God ope•ed her heart: pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp, c-acp d vbds dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5893 another Argument is in the 13 ver. where it is said, that Lidia before she heard this Sermon, resorted to Paul to the Rivers side to pray; Another Argument is in the 13 ver. where it is said, that Lidia before she herd this Sermon, resorted to Paul to the rivers side to pray; j-jn n1 vbz p-acp dt crd fw-la. c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 c-acp pns31 vvd d n1, vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5894 therefore it is a plaine sign that she was wrought upon by a preparatory work, before Paul converted her, and wrought upon her by the Gospel: Therefore it is a plain Signen that she was wrought upon by a preparatory work, before Paul converted her, and wrought upon her by the Gospel: av pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, c-acp np1 vvn pno31, cc vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5895 And then for Cornelius and his friends, for Cornelius himself; And then for Cornelius and his Friends, for Cornelius himself; cc av p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, c-acp np1 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5896 it is a plaine case, that he was wrought upon before the Holy Ghost fell upon him; it is a plain case, that he was wrought upon before the Holy Ghost fell upon him; pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n1 vvd p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5897 for in the beginning of the Chapter, it is said he was a devout man, one that called upon God, for in the beginning of the Chapter, it is said he was a devout man, one that called upon God, c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn pns31 vbds dt j n1, pi cst vvd p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5898 and set times apart, extraordinarily to seek God, before the Holy Ghost fell upon him, and no question it was so with his kinsfo••s; and Set times apart, extraordinarily to seek God, before the Holy Ghost fell upon him, and no question it was so with his kinsfo••s; cc vvd n2 av, av-j pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp dt j n1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc dx n1 pn31 vbds av p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5899 for whom did he call to meet with Peter at this Sermon, but those that he had been conversant with? therefore it is likely, they were wrought upon before as well as Cornelius, otherwise he would have had little hope to get them thither: for whom did he call to meet with Peter At this Sermon, but those that he had been conversant with? Therefore it is likely, they were wrought upon before as well as Cornelius, otherwise he would have had little hope to get them thither: p-acp r-crq vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp d cst pns31 vhd vbn j p-acp? av pn31 vbz j, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp c-acp c-acp av c-acp np1, av pns31 vmd vhi vhn j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av: (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5900 well then, the first thing we have proved that God doth thus prepare his people legally, well then, the First thing we have proved that God does thus prepare his people legally, av av, dt ord n1 pns12 vhb vvn cst np1 vdz av vvi po31 n1 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5901 before he doth effectually call them. Now we come to the second thing: before he does effectually call them. Now we come to the second thing: c-acp pns31 vdz av-j vvi pno32. av pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 491 Page 33
5902 why God thus? and the first Reason is, because God will declare and shew forth his justice; why God thus? and the First Reason is, Because God will declare and show forth his Justice; c-crq np1 av? cc dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp np1 vmb vvi cc vvi av po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5903 for as God did shew forth his justice in the Redemption of his people; for as God did show forth his Justice in the Redemption of his people; c-acp c-acp np1 vdd vvi av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5904 so he will also in the application of this Redemption, shew some part of his justice; so he will also in the application of this Redemption, show Some part of his Justice; av pns31 vmb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vvb d n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5905 in the Redemption of the World he poured forth the full viols of it, he required full satisfaction of the Lord Jesus, in the Redemption of the World he poured forth the full viols of it, he required full satisfaction of the Lord jesus, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvd av dt j n2 pp-f pn31, pns31 vvd j n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5906 now he will not let justice be utterly swallowed up of mercy when he comes to apply this, now he will not let Justice be utterly swallowed up of mercy when he comes to apply this, av pns31 vmb xx vvi n1 vbi av-j vvn a-acp pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5907 but justice shall shew his face, and they shall come to see what Christ hath done for them; but Justice shall show his face, and they shall come to see what christ hath done for them; cc-acp n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5908 and miseries he hath waded through for a man, he shall •ee that God is a just and righteous God, that hates sinne, and abhors unquity: and misery's he hath waded through for a man, he shall •ee that God is a just and righteous God, that hates sin, and abhors unquity: cc n2 pns31 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi cst np1 vbz dt j cc j np1, cst vvz n1, cc vvz n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5909 what a consuming fire he is against them that disobey him; the Lord makes his justice appeare in the application of Redemption: what a consuming fire he is against them that disobey him; the Lord makes his Justice appear in the application of Redemption: r-crq dt j-vvg n1 pns31 vbz p-acp pno32 d vvi pno31; dt n1 vvz po31 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5910 you see how he takes up his people upon Mount Ebal, and delivers the curses of the Law, you see how he Takes up his people upon Mount Ebal, and delivers the curses of the Law, pn22 vvb c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 np1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 33
5911 and makes his own people to say Amen, and subscribe to them, Deut. 27. 26. Here he delivers the curses, and makes his own people to say Amen, and subscribe to them, Deuteronomy 27. 26. Here he delivers the curses, cc vvz po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi uh-n, cc vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd crd av pns31 vvz dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5912 and makes proclamation of his justice; and saith he, I will have all the people say Amen; and makes proclamation of his Justice; and Says he, I will have all the people say Amen; cc vvz n1 pp-f po31 n1; cc vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vhi d dt n1 vvb uh-n; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5913 he will have all lye a bleeding under this curse; he will have all lie a bleeding under this curse; pns31 vmb vhi d vvi dt j-vvg p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5914 and marke what Moses saith in the first verse of the next Chapter, it shall come to passe, and mark what Moses Says in the First verse of the next Chapter, it shall come to pass, cc vvb r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5915 if thou wilt hearken to the voyce of the Lord, he will set thee up above all nations; if thou wilt harken to the voice of the Lord, he will Set thee up above all Nations; cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5916 here comes in a fire Sunshiny day afterwards; Here comes in a fire Sunshiny day afterwards; av vvz p-acp dt n1 j n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5917 the Lord will have his people see his justice, and what it is to be delivered from sinne; the Lord will have his people see his Justice, and what it is to be Delivered from sin; dt n1 vmb vhi po31 n1 vvi po31 n1, cc r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5918 the Lord will make them see, that he is a just and righteous God, and that there is no sinning against him, there is no living in his sight, no entring into his Kingdom without righteousness; the Lord will make them see, that he is a just and righteous God, and that there is no sinning against him, there is no living in his sighed, no entering into his Kingdom without righteousness; dt n1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, cst pns31 vbz dt j cc j np1, cc cst pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp po31 n1, av-dx vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5919 I must be a new creature, else I shall be consumed; he chargeth these things upon the soul, and that soundly too; I must be a new creature, Else I shall be consumed; he charges these things upon the soul, and that soundly too; pns11 vmb vbi dt j n1, av pns11 vmb vbi vvn; pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc cst av-j av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5920 because now he will lay down the foundation of a godly life, the soul shall have need of this point as long as he lives, to remember that God is a righteous God; Because now he will lay down the Foundation of a godly life, the soul shall have need of this point as long as he lives, to Remember that God is a righteous God; c-acp av pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 vmb vhi n1 pp-f d n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz dt j np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5921 he hath found him to be a ju•• God against sinne, though he be a gracious and merciful God to them that truly repent, he hath found him to be a ju•• God against sin, though he be a gracious and merciful God to them that truly Repent, pns31 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 np1 p-acp n1, cs pns31 vbb dt j cc j np1 p-acp pno32 cst av-j vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5922 and set themselves to obey his Name: and Set themselves to obey his Name: cc vvi px32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5923 yet the soul seeth there is no living in sinne, no following after a mans own lusts, yet the soul sees there is no living in sin, no following After a men own Lustiest, av dt n1 vvz a-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp n1, av-dx vvg p-acp dt ng1 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5924 and the soul never loseth this; and the soul never loses this; cc dt n1 av-x vvz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5925 for though the soul many times, through temptations may •e carried away, yet he shall never be under that former blindness he was in; never so ignorant of God; for though the soul many times, through temptations may •e carried away, yet he shall never be under that former blindness he was in; never so ignorant of God; c-acp cs dt n1 d n2, p-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn av, av pns31 vmb av-x vbi p-acp d j n1 pns31 vbds p-acp; av-x av j pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5926 never think so meanly and ignominiously of God •s he did in his unregeneracy; never think so meanly and ignominiously of God •s he did in his unregeneracy; av-x vvb av av-j cc av-j pp-f np1 vbz pns31 vdd p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5927 he still knows that God is a severe God and there• no expecting of mercy at his hands, without holinesse and righteousnes; he still knows that God is a severe God and there• not expecting of mercy At his hands, without holiness and righteousness; pns31 av vvz cst np1 vbz dt j np1 cc n1 xx vvg pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5928 if God should smother up the work all at first, justice would not be seen: as we see it is among men; if God should smother up the work all At First, Justice would not be seen: as we see it is among men; cs np1 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 av-d p-acp ord, n1 vmd xx vbi vvn: c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5929 suppose a base fellow hath wronged a noble man, may be the noble man means to pardon him; suppose a base fellow hath wronged a noble man, may be the noble man means to pardon him; vvb dt j n1 vhz vvn dt j n1, vmb vbi dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5930 but yet he will have him smart for it, and feele and know what it is to displease and wrong, but yet he will have him smart for it, and feel and know what it is to displease and wrong, cc-acp av pns31 vmb vhi pno31 vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi cc vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5931 and impeach such a great man as he. and impeach such a great man as he. cc vvi d dt j n1 c-acp pns31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5932 So if the Lord should smother up the business presently, as soon as ever he sends the word to a man presently convert a man a•d pardon him, So if the Lord should smother up the business presently, as soon as ever he sends the word to a man presently convert a man a•d pardon him, av cs dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 av-j, c-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av-j vvi dt n1 vdd vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5933 and give him true and saving faith, justice would not be s〈 … 〉, and therefore the Lord first tramples upon a mans neck, and give him true and Saving faith, Justice would not be s〈 … 〉, and Therefore the Lord First tramples upon a men neck, cc vvb pno31 j cc j-vvg n1, n1 vmd xx vbi n1 … 〉, cc av dt n1 ord vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5934 and shews •m his sil•hiness, and casts him out of the Camp; as the Lord said concerning M•rian, she is unclean, carry her out of the Camp; and shows •m his sil•hiness, and Cast him out of the Camp; as the Lord said Concerning M•rian, she is unclean, carry her out of the Camp; cc vvz n1 po31 n1, cc vvz pno31 av pp-f dt n1; c-acp dt n1 vvd vvg njp, pns31 vbz j, vvb pno31 av pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5935 so the Lord flings a person •orth like a cursed damned creature, as if he would take him by the heeles, so the Lord flings a person •orth like a cursed damned creature, as if he would take him by the heals, av dt n1 vvz dt n1 av av-j dt j-vvn j-vvn n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5936 and fl••g him down to hell, and never look upon him, and then he takes him in; and fl••g him down to hell, and never look upon him, and then he Takes him in; cc vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp n1, cc av-x vvb p-acp pno31, cc av pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5937 thus the Lord tells his people, Isa. 45. 21. There is none but me, a just God and a Saviour: thus the Lord tells his people, Isaiah 45. 21. There is none but me, a just God and a Saviour: av dt n1 vvz po31 n1, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno11, dt j np1 cc dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5938 first, he makes them see that he is a just God, and then he makes them see that he is their Saviour and Redeemer; First, he makes them see that he is a just God, and then he makes them see that he is their Saviour and Redeemer; ord, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi cst pns31 vbz dt j np1, cc av pns31 vvz pno32 vvi cst pns31 vbz po32 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5939 and notwithstanding his justice and severity against sinne and iniquity, yet he •ill give his grace and mercy to them that repent, and notwithstanding his Justice and severity against sin and iniquity, yet he •ill give his grace and mercy to them that Repent, cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5940 and humble themselves under his hand. and humble themselves under his hand. cc vvi px32 p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 492 Page 34
5941 Secondly, The Lord doth this, because he would sweeten his mercy to the soul, as you may see how he dealt with the Prophets widow; Secondly, The Lord does this, Because he would sweeten his mercy to the soul, as you may see how he dealt with the prophets widow; ord, dt n1 vdz d, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5942 he let her creditors arrest her first, and seize upon her two sons for bondmen, he let her creditors arrest her First, and seize upon her two Sons for bondmen, pns31 vvd po31 n2 vvi po31 ord, cc vvi p-acp pno31 crd n2 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5943 and then he wrought a wonder for her, 2 King. 4. 1. now this mercy was sweet, and then he wrought a wonder for her, 2 King. 4. 1. now this mercy was sweet, cc av pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, crd n1. crd crd av d n1 vbds j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5944 and came in due season, I was in misery, and the Lord helped me, saith David; as who should say, it came in a time when I had need of it: and Come in due season, I was in misery, and the Lord helped me, Says David; as who should say, it Come in a time when I had need of it: cc vvd p-acp j-jn n1, pns11 vbds p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vvd pno11, vvz np1; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vhd n1 pp-f pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5945 The Lord deales, as it is reported King. The Lord deals, as it is reported King. dt n1 vvz, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5946 James did at the beginning of his reign, when some of his Nobles had been offenders, he let the law proceed against them, till they were brought to the scaffold, James did At the beginning of his Reign, when Some of his Nobles had been offenders, he let the law proceed against them, till they were brought to the scaffold, np1 vdd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, c-crq d pp-f po31 n2-j vhd vbn n2, pns31 vvd dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5947 and their heads laid upon the block, and then sent a pardon, and now a pardon was acceptable indeed. and their Heads laid upon the block, and then sent a pardon, and now a pardon was acceptable indeed. cc po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av vvd dt n1, cc av dt n1 vbds j av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5948 So the Lord deales with his people, he lets the law loose upon the soul, So the Lord deals with his people, he lets the law lose upon the soul, np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5949 yea, and the devil too, many times, and he rends them, and teares them as a Lyon, yea, and the Devil too, many times, and he rends them, and tears them as a lion, uh, cc dt n1 av, d n2, cc pns31 vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5950 and lets them look when they shall perish, and layes their heads upon the block, and then sends hope of a pardon, and forgiveness of sinnes: and lets them look when they shall perish, and lays their Heads upon the block, and then sends hope of a pardon, and forgiveness of Sins: cc vvz pno32 vvi c-crq pns32 vmb vvi, cc vvz po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5951 what a sweet staying of Abrahams hand was that, when the knife was just ready to be stuck in Isaacks throat? so when the knife of Justice is ready to be stuck into a mans throat, what a sweet staying of Abrahams hand was that, when the knife was just ready to be stuck in Isaacs throat? so when the knife of justice is ready to be stuck into a men throat, r-crq dt j n-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 vbds d, c-crq dt n1 vbds av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 n1? av c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5952 and he is ready to perish for ever; and he is ready to perish for ever; cc pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 34
5953 now mercy will be sweet mercy, now it will be mercy indeed, This is the time of love, saith God, Ezek. 16. 8. When God had laid his people a bleeding in their goare blood, now mercy will be sweet mercy, now it will be mercy indeed, This is the time of love, Says God, Ezekiel 16. 8. When God had laid his people a bleeding in their gore blood, av n1 vmb vbi j n1, av pn31 vmb vbi n1 av, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz np1, np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 n1 dt j-vvg p-acp po32 n1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5954 now he passeth by, and saith, This is a time of love; now he passes by, and Says, This is a time of love; av pns31 vvz p-acp, cc vvz, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5955 he laid them in their blood and silthinesse, he laid them vile and miserable in themselves, he laid them in their blood and filthiness, he laid them vile and miserable in themselves, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, pns31 vvd pno32 j cc j p-acp px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5956 and now saith he is the time of love. and now Says he is the time of love. cc av vvz pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5957 Now the mountaines drop with sweet wine, as the Prophet speaks, what is the reason that people do not taste any sweetnesse in the Gospel, Now the Mountains drop with sweet wine, as the Prophet speaks, what is the reason that people do not taste any sweetness in the Gospel, av dt n2 vvb p-acp j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst n1 vdb xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5958 and Sacraments, and Ordinances of Christ? Alas, they were never sensible of their sinnes, and Sacraments, and Ordinances of christ? Alas, they were never sensible of their Sins, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f np1? np1, pns32 vbdr av-x j pp-f po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5959 therefore the Lord doth thus to make his mercy sweet to his people, that they may prize it, Therefore the Lord does thus to make his mercy sweet to his people, that they may prize it, av dt n1 vdz av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5960 and esteeme it, and make good account of it from day to day. and esteem it, and make good account of it from day to day. cc vvb pn31, cc vvi j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 493 Page 35
5961 Thirdly, the Lord doth this, that he may fetch his people home to the Lord Jesus Christ; Thirdly, the Lord does this, that he may fetch his people home to the Lord jesus christ; ord, dt n1 vdz d, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 av-an p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5962 for before they will not come to God, they will not come at him, as the Prophet speaks, for before they will not come to God, they will not come At him, as the Prophet speaks, p-acp c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5963 but when they are in the Margent of Hell ready to perish, and have no hope to hold to, nothing to trust to, they are quite and cleane at a loss, but when they Are in the Margin of Hell ready to perish, and have no hope to hold to, nothing to trust to, they Are quite and clean At a loss, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi, cc vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pix pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns32 vbr av cc av-j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5964 and know not whither to go; now this makes them come home: and know not whither to go; now this makes them come home: cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi; av d vvz pno32 vvn av-an: (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5965 as it is said of Abs•lom, he sent once to Joab, but he would not come to him; as it is said of Abs•lom, he sent once to Joab, but he would not come to him; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f av, pns31 vvd a-acp pc-acp np1, p-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5966 yea, twice and he would not come; but when he set his Barley field on fire, then he came. yea, twice and he would not come; but when he Set his Barley field on fire, then he Come. uh, av cc pns31 vmd xx vvi; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 n1 p-acp n1, cs pns31 vvd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5967 So the Lord sets his peoples hearts on fire, he fires their consciences, and their very bowels, So the Lord sets his peoples hearts on fire, he fires their Consciences, and their very bowels, np1 dt n1 vvz po31 ng1 n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz po32 n2, cc po32 j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5968 and makes their soules ake within them, for want of mercy, and grace, and favour, and makes their Souls ache within them, for want of mercy, and grace, and favour, cc vvz po32 n2 vvi p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5969 for want of power against their sinnes, for want of Gods helping and assisting of them from day to day, for want of power against their Sins, for want of God's helping and assisting of them from day to day, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n1 pp-f ng1 vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5970 and this makes them glad to come home to him. and this makes them glad to come home to him. cc d vvz pno32 j pc-acp vvi av-an p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5971 You know how long it was before the woman in the Gospel would come to Christ, she was sick twelve years and had spent all her living upon the Physicians and could have no help, You know how long it was before the woman in the Gospel would come to christ, she was sick twelve Years and had spent all her living upon the Physicians and could have no help, pn22 vvb c-crq av-j pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vbds j crd n2 cc vhd vvn d po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n2 cc vmd vhi dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5972 now she came to Christ when she was quite spent, and her patience was come to the utmost, she was a dead woman if she came not to Christ, all the Physicians could not help her, now she Come to christ when she was quite spent, and her patience was come to the utmost, she was a dead woman if she Come not to christ, all the Physicians could not help her, av pns31 vvd p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vbds av vvn, cc po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j, pns31 vbds dt j n1 cs pns31 vvd xx p-acp np1, d dt n2 vmd xx vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5973 now she comes home to Christ; now she comes home to christ; av pns31 vvz av-an p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5974 As it was with Agur when he saw his brutishnesse, this drave him to Ithiel and Ʋ•al, Prov. 30. 1, 2. that is, to the Lord Jesus Christ, As it was with Agur when he saw his brutishness, this drave him to Ithiel and Ʋ•al, Curae 30. 1, 2. that is, to the Lord jesus christ, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp vvb c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1, d vvd pno31 p-acp np1 cc j, np1 crd crd, crd d vbz, p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5975 as it is with a Coney when she is persued by a Dogge, then she runnes to her burrough; as it is with a Coney when she is pursued by a Dog, then she runs to her burrough; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5976 When Naomi was bereft of Husband, Children, Meanes, and Maintenance, and heares there is plenty in Israel, she returns presently; When Naomi was bereft of Husband, Children, Means, and Maintenance, and hears there is plenty in Israel, she returns presently; c-crq np1 vbds vvn pp-f n1, n2, n2, cc n1, cc vvz a-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5977 she might have gone long before but she wanted a scourge and whip to send her home, she might have gone long before but she wanted a scourge and whip to send her home, pns31 vmd vhi vvn av-j a-acp p-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 av-an, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5978 but when she had lost all, and was ready to sink, and heard good tidings from Bethlehem, now she makes speed thither presently: but when she had lost all, and was ready to sink, and herd good tidings from Bethlehem, now she makes speed thither presently: cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d, cc vbds j pc-acp vvi, cc vvd j n2 p-acp np1, av pns31 vvz n1 av av-j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5979 as the Lord speaks, H•s. 2. 6. I will hedge her wayes with thornes; as the Lord speaks, H•s. 2. 6. I will hedge her ways with thorns; c-acp dt n1 vvz, n2. crd crd pns11 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5980 how doth the Lord make the poore Church here come home to him, that was her husband and beloved, from whom she was gone a whoring? God takes this course, he hedgeth her wayes with thornes, she would have rests, how does the Lord make the poor Church Here come home to him, that was her husband and Beloved, from whom she was gone a whoring? God Takes this course, he hedgeth her ways with thorns, she would have rests, c-crq vdz dt n1 vvb dt j n1 av vvn av-an p-acp pno31, cst vbds po31 n1 cc j-vvn, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vbds vvn dt vvg? np1 vvz d n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n2, pns31 vmd vhi n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5981 and friends, and comforts, and something to hang upon, but God knocks her off from all, and Friends, and comforts, and something to hang upon, but God knocks her off from all, cc n2, cc n2, cc pi pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc-acp np1 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5982 and now she will returne to her husband again; and now she will return to her husband again; cc av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5983 so the Lord to make his people stoop to his yoake, he shews them their misery, so the Lord to make his people stoop to his yoke, he shows them their misery, av dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 po32 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5984 and worries them, and wearies them, that they can hold out no longer, and then down go their bucklers, and worries them, and wearies them, that they can hold out no longer, and then down go their bucklers, cc vvz pno32, cc vvz pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi av av-dx av-jc, cc av a-acp vvb po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5985 and now, speak Lord, thy servants hear, now they are willing to hear him. and now, speak Lord, thy Servants hear, now they Are willing to hear him. cc av, vvb n1, po21 n2 vvi, av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 494 Page 35
5986 Fourthly, God doth it that he may weane his people from sinne, and take off their hearts from their own wayes: Fourthly, God does it that he may wean his people from sin, and take off their hearts from their own ways: ord, np1 vdz pn31 cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 d n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5987 for a man is marvellous eager of sinne by nature, and will not let it go, for a man is marvellous eager of sin by nature, and will not let it go, c-acp dt n1 vbz j j pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc vmb xx vvi pn31 vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5988 and will not part with it by no meanes, his heart is set upon his lusts, and will not part with it by no means, his heart is Set upon his Lustiest, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dx n2, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5989 and he will have them, though he hath hell and damnation with them; and he will have them, though he hath hell and damnation with them; cc pns31 vmb vhi pno32, cs pns31 vhz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5990 when the Lord calls upon them to walk in his wayes, they say they will not walk therein, Jer. 6. 16. People will not be diligent in prayer and h•ld close to God, they will not be strict in their wayes as the precisenesse of the Gospel teacheth them, when the Lord calls upon them to walk in his ways, they say they will not walk therein, Jer. 6. 16. People will not be diligent in prayer and h•ld close to God, they will not be strict in their ways as the preciseness of the Gospel Teaches them, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, pns32 vvb pns32 vmb xx vvi av, np1 crd crd n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp n1 cc n1 av-j p-acp np1, pns32 vmb xx vbi j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5991 now the Lord breaks in upon them in this fashion, and makes them willing As a man deales with a young horse or colt, now the Lord breaks in upon them in this fashion, and makes them willing As a man deals with a young horse or colt, av dt n1 vvz p-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, cc vvz pno32 j p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5992 when a man would tame a colt that is lustly, and head-strong, and violent, he carries him out may be, when a man would tame a colt that is lustily, and headstrong, and violent, he carries him out may be, c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 cst vbz av-j, cc j, cc j, pns31 vvz pno31 av vmb vbi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5993 and makes him apprehend in his fancy, that he will ride him against stone-walls, and carries him, may be, into Quagmires, and makes him apprehend in his fancy, that he will ride him against stonewalls, and carries him, may be, into Quagmires, cc vvz pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n2, cc vvz pno31, vmb vbi, p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 35
5994 and Muds, and rotten Fennes, and there he makes him go, and spurs him, and beats him, and Muds, and rotten Fens, and there he makes him go, and spurs him, and beats him, cc n2, cc j-vvn n2, cc a-acp pns31 vvz pno31 vvi, cc vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
5995 and raines him, and snafles him, and thus he breakes his stomack, and at last he will beare the saddle, and carry a man quietly; and reins him, and snaffles him, and thus he breaks his stomach, and At last he will bear the saddle, and carry a man quietly; cc vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31, cc av pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc p-acp ord pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 av-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
5996 so the Lord Jesus doth with a poor creature he casts off the bonds of Christ, so the Lord jesus does with a poor creature he Cast off the bonds of christ, av dt n1 np1 vdz p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
5997 and though the truth begins to work upon his conscience, he throwes out the arrow againe, and though the truth begins to work upon his conscience, he throws out the arrow again, cc cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz av dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
5998 and heales himself with vaine healings; and heals himself with vain healings; cc vvz px31 p-acp j n2-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
5999 now the Lord breakes a mans heart, and opens a peep hole into hell, as though he would throw him in quick thither, now the Lord breaks a men heart, and Opens a peep hold into hell, as though he would throw him in quick thither, av dt n1 vvz dt ng1 n1, cc vvz dt n1 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp j av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6000 and shews him his misery to the life, and to the quick, and so makes them come off; and shows him his misery to the life, and to the quick, and so makes them come off; cc vvz pno31 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j, cc av vvz pno32 vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6001 as the Lord dealt with Moses when he would make him circumcise his sonne, he was loath to displease his wi•e, she was against it, being a Midianitish woman, as the Lord dealt with Moses when he would make him circumcise his son, he was loath to displease his wi•e, she was against it, being a Midianitish woman, c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno31 vvi po31 n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pns31 vbds p-acp pn31, vbg dt jp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6002 and he was loath to have her ill-will, and therefore deserred it, now what course took God with him, the Lord met him, and would have slaine him; and he was loath to have her ill-will, and Therefore deserred it, now what course took God with him, the Lord met him, and would have slain him; cc pns31 vbds j pc-acp vhi po31 n1, cc av vvn pn31, av q-crq n1 vvd np1 p-acp pno31, dt n1 vvd pno31, cc vmd vhi vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6003 the Lord made as though he were his enemy, and would slay him; and now he was willing to do it; the Lord made as though he were his enemy, and would slay him; and now he was willing to do it; dt n1 vvd c-acp cs pns31 vbdr po31 n1, cc vmd vvi pno31; cc av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6004 so the Lord deals with a stubborne soul if it belongs to him, he will overcome his heart, so the Lord deals with a stubborn soul if it belongs to him, he will overcome his heart, av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 cs pn31 vvz p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6005 and make him let fall his sinnes, he will make as though he would slay him; and make him let fallen his Sins, he will make as though he would slay him; cc vvi pno31 vvb vvi po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6006 he will make him a weary of keeping his lusts, before he hath done with him: he will make him a weary of keeping his Lustiest, before he hath done with him: pns31 vmb vvi pno31 dt j pp-f vvg po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6007 The Lord deales in this case as he dealt with the Philistins, they would not send home the Arke, what course did he take to make them send it home, The Lord deals in this case as he dealt with the philistines, they would not send home the Ark, what course did he take to make them send it home, dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt njp2, pns32 vmd xx vvi av-an dt n1, r-crq n1 vdd pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pn31 av-an, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6008 and send it home in pomp, and great respect: and send it home in pomp, and great respect: cc vvb pn31 av-an p-acp n1, cc j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6009 God did fling down Dagon which was their chief Idoll, and the Lord smote them with Emerods. And now they think with themselves, let us send home the Arke of the Lord, God did fling down Dagon which was their chief Idol, and the Lord smote them with Emeralds. And now they think with themselves, let us send home the Ark of the Lord, np1 vdd vvi a-acp np1 r-crq vbds po32 j-jn n1, cc dt n1 vvd pno32 p-acp n2. cc av pns32 vvb p-acp px32, vvb pno12 vvi av-an dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6010 and how shall we send it home? Let us provide golden Mi•• and Emerods, they sent it home with cost and offerings; and how shall we send it home? Let us provide golden Mi•• and Emeralds, they sent it home with cost and offerings; cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pn31 av-an? vvb pno12 vvi j np1 cc n2, pns32 vvd pn31 av-an p-acp n1 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6011 So the Lord deals with those that belong to him, he tires them in their own ways, So the Lord deals with those that belong to him, he tires them in their own ways, av dt n1 vvz p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6012 and makes them willing to come out at last. Lastly, the Lord doth it to knock his people quite and cleane off from all; and makes them willing to come out At last. Lastly, the Lord does it to knock his people quite and clean off from all; cc vvz pno32 j pc-acp vvi av p-acp ord. ord, dt n1 vdz pn31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av cc av-j a-acp p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 495 Page 36
6013 every man naturally hangs upon something, and above all hangs upon his good works, and good prayers, and performances; every man naturally hangs upon something, and above all hangs upon his good works, and good Prayers, and performances; d n1 av-j vvz p-acp pi, cc p-acp d vvz p-acp po31 j n2, cc j n2, cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6014 and this keeps his heart from seeing what a miserable creature he is, this keeps him from mourning, and this keeps his heart from seeing what a miserable creature he is, this keeps him from mourning, cc d vvz po31 n1 p-acp vvg r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz, d vvz pno31 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6015 and zeal, and fervency, and all this while that he hangs upon these, his heart is hard•ned, he will never stoop and yield to God; and zeal, and fervency, and all this while that he hangs upon these, his heart is hard•ned, he will never stoop and yield to God; cc n1, cc n1, cc d d n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp d, po31 n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb av-x vvi cc vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6016 now, when the Lord means to do a man good, he knocks him quite off, and plucks out of his hands all his works, and makes him let all go; now, when the Lord means to do a man good, he knocks him quite off, and plucks out of his hands all his works, and makes him let all go; av, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vdi dt n1 j, pns31 vvz pno31 av a-acp, cc vvz av pp-f po31 n2 d po31 n2, cc vvz pno31 vvi d vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6017 not that he ceaseth to work, but as the Apostle speaks, Rom 4. 14. He makes him as a man that worketh not, not as though he worketh not, not that he ceases to work, but as the Apostle speaks, Rom 4. 14. He makes him as a man that works not, not as though he works not, xx cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz xx, xx c-acp cs pns31 vvz xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6018 for there is no carnal man works more then this poor soul in this estate, he keeps a great deal of stir to find out mercy and obtaine grace from God; for there is no carnal man works more then this poor soul in this estate, he keeps a great deal of stir to find out mercy and obtain grace from God; c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1 vvz av-dc cs d j n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6019 there is none that mournes and laments more, and goes to Sermons more, but yet he is no worker now, he is faine to go to his father, to him that justifies the ungodly, all his wayes are loathsome and abominable, he seeth nothing to trust upon, there is none that mourns and laments more, and Goes to Sermons more, but yet he is no worker now, he is feign to go to his father, to him that Justifies the ungodly, all his ways Are loathsome and abominable, he sees nothing to trust upon, pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz cc vvz av-dc, cc vvz p-acp n2 av-dc, cc-acp av pns31 vbz dx n1 av, pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt j, d po31 n2 vbr j cc j, pns31 vvz pix pc-acp vvi p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6020 but is driven to him that justifies the ungodly, he sees he is a vile wretched creature, he sees no worth, no reason why God should look upon him, he is now pennilesse, but is driven to him that Justifies the ungodly, he sees he is a vile wretched creature, he sees no worth, no reason why God should look upon him, he is now penniless, cc-acp vbz vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt j, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz dt j j n1, pns31 vvz dx n1, dx n1 c-crq np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6021 and worthlesse, and miserable in himself, the Lord makes him a very bankrout, he thought he was a rich Merchant, and worthless, and miserable in himself, the Lord makes him a very bankrout, he Thought he was a rich Merchant, cc j, cc j p-acp px31, dt n1 vvz pno31 dt j n-jn, pns31 vvd pns31 vbds dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6022 but now he makes him a very bankrout, and makes him appeare to be naked. but now he makes him a very bankrout, and makes him appear to be naked. cc-acp av pns31 vvz pno31 dt j n-jn, cc vvz pno31 vvi pc-acp vbi j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 496 Page 36
6023 First, here all Dawbers are to be reproved that preach nothing but mercy, and the promises of the Gospel, many love alife to be upon such theames, O say they, the promises are best to humble a man, First, Here all Dawbers Are to be reproved that preach nothing but mercy, and the promises of the Gospel, many love alife to be upon such Thames, Oh say they, the promises Are best to humble a man, ord, av d np1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn cst vvb pix cc-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d n1 av pc-acp vbi p-acp d n2, uh vvb pns32, dt n2 vbr js pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 36
6024 and bring him out of his sins, whom shall we believe, God or man? This not the way, Ezek. 13. 22. the text saith, Ye have strengthened the hands of the wicked, that he should not turne from his wicked wayes, by promising him life: and bring him out of his Sins, whom shall we believe, God or man? This not the Way, Ezekiel 13. 22. the text Says, You have strengthened the hands of the wicked, that he should not turn from his wicked ways, by promising him life: cc vvi pno31 av pp-f po31 n2, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi, np1 cc n1? d xx dt n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, pn22 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f dt j, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 j n2, p-acp vvg pno31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 36
6025 When a man preacheth the promise of God before wicked and ungodly men, this hardens their hearts, When a man Preacheth the promise of God before wicked and ungodly men, this hardens their hearts, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j cc j n2, d vvz po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 36
6026 and strengthens them that they will not returne from their wicked wayes, because the promises are propounded to them, and strengthens them that they will not return from their wicked ways, Because the promises Are propounded to them, cc vvz pno32 cst pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 j n2, c-acp dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 36
6027 and the Minister makes no distinction between the precious and the vile, this strengthens them in their sinnes, and the Minister makes no distinction between the precious and the vile, this strengthens them in their Sins, cc dt n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt j cc dt j, d vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 36
6028 and makes them think they are not so vile, but they hope they are in a good case for all this, and makes them think they Are not so vile, but they hope they Are in a good case for all this, cc vvz pno32 vvi pns32 vbr xx av j, cc-acp pns32 vvb pns32 vbr p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6029 therefore Saint Austine calls such men desolatores, not consolatores; such work desolation in their hearers, and no sound consolation; Therefore Saint Augustine calls such men desolatores, not Consolers; such work desolation in their hearers, and no found consolation; av n1 np1 vvz d n2 n2, xx n2; d n1 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc dx j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6030 such Ministers as make their Sermons to be pillowes under peoples elbowes, they make themselves guilty of the peoples blood, such Ministers as make their Sermons to be pillows under peoples elbows, they make themselves guilty of the peoples blood, d n2 c-acp vvb po32 n2 pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp ng1 n2, pns32 vvb px32 j pp-f dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6031 and their souls shall be required at their hands, they are the cause of peoples miscarriage, and their Souls shall be required At their hands, they Are the cause of peoples miscarriage, cc po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6032 when a Minister thinks to do people good, by crying peace, peace; when a Minister thinks to do people good, by crying peace, peace; c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vdi n1 j, p-acp vvg n1, uh-n; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6033 when the Prophet saith there is no peace to the wicked, this rather drives people further off from God; when the Prophet Says there is no peace to the wicked, this rather drives people further off from God; c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j, d av vvz n1 av-jc a-acp p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6034 may be it may make them seeme outward professors, but it will never make them sound in the faith; may be it may make them seem outward professors, but it will never make them found in the faith; vmb vbi pn31 vmb vvi pno32 vvi j n2, cc-acp pn31 vmb av-x vvi pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6035 rebuke them sharply, saith the Apostle, that they may be stand in the faith, Tit. 1. 13. sharp rebuking the powerful delivering of the Law and Gospel is the meanes to ma•e men sound in the faith, the more humble a man is made to be, the more faith he comes to have; rebuke them sharply, Says the Apostle, that they may be stand in the faith, Tit. 1. 13. sharp rebuking the powerful delivering of the Law and Gospel is the means to ma•e men found in the faith, the more humble a man is made to be, the more faith he comes to have; vvb pno32 av-j, vvz dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd j vvg dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vbi n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc j dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi, dt av-dc n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6036 our Saviour saith of the Centurion, he had not found the like faith in Israel, how came this? the text shewes plainly, that we shall hardly heare of a man so humble in an age as he was, he did even grudge to think that Christ should come into his house, he thought he was unworthy that Christ should come under his roofe, our Saviour Says of the Centurion, he had not found the like faith in Israel, how Come this? the text shows plainly, that we shall hardly hear of a man so humble in an age as he was, he did even grudge to think that christ should come into his house, he Thought he was unworthy that christ should come under his roof, po12 n1 vvz pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhd xx vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1, q-crq vvd d? dt n1 vvz av-j, cst pns12 vmb av vvi pp-f dt n1 av j p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbds, pns31 vdd av vvi pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd pns31 vbds j cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6037 though he were in the dayes of his humiliation, in the forme of a servant, his heart was employed and brought low, he had no hope in himself, all the worth he saw was in Christ; though he were in the days of his humiliation, in the Form of a servant, his heart was employed and brought low, he had no hope in himself, all the worth he saw was in christ; cs pns31 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 vbds vvn cc vvd av-j, pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp px31, d dt n1 pns31 vvd vbds p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6038 this helps a man to the more faith, the more a man is emplyed, the more may be poured in. this helps a man to the more faith, the more a man is implying, the more may be poured in. d vvz dt n1 p-acp dt av-dc n1, dt av-dc dt n1 vbz vvg, dt av-dc vmb vbi vvn p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6039 Wherefore serve all those texts in Scripture? The wrath of God is revealed from Heaven against all unrighteousnesse, tribulation, Wherefore serve all those texts in Scripture? The wrath of God is revealed from Heaven against all unrighteousness, tribulation, q-crq vvb d d n2 p-acp n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6040 and anguish shall be upon the soul of every one that doth evill, flesh and blood can never enter into the Kingdome of God, that which is borne of the flesh is flesh, and such a one can never please God while the world stands: and anguish shall be upon the soul of every one that does evil, Flesh and blood can never enter into the Kingdom of God, that which is born of the Flesh is Flesh, and such a one can never please God while the world Stands: cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd cst vdz n-jn, n1 cc n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 vbz n1, cc d dt pi vmb av-x vvi np1 cs dt n1 vvz: (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6041 Wherefore serve all these texts of Scripture when Gods s•ings balls of fire upon men that live in their wicked wayes? Why do we not open them and presse them upon mens consciences? Why do we not apply them to those to whom they belong, are they not in the Bible? were the Prophets fooles? were the Holy Pen-men of the Scripture mistaken in putting such texts into the Bible? If they be there, they ought to be uttered and applied; Wherefore serve all these texts of Scripture when God's s•ings balls of fire upon men that live in their wicked ways? Why do we not open them and press them upon men's Consciences? Why do we not apply them to those to whom they belong, Are they not in the bible? were the prophets Fools? were the Holy Penmen of the Scripture mistaken in putting such texts into the bible? If they be there, they ought to be uttered and applied; c-crq vvb d d n2 pp-f n1 c-crq npg1 n2 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cst vvb p-acp po32 j n2? q-crq vdb pns12 xx vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32 p-acp ng2 n2? q-crq vdb pns12 xx vvi pno32 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb, vbr pns32 xx p-acp dt n1? vbdr dt ng1 n2? vbdr dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1? cs pns32 vbb a-acp, pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6042 and if they be to be applied to whom, but to those to whom they belong? Then such persons had need to look to themselves, and if they be to be applied to whom, but to those to whom they belong? Then such Persons had need to look to themselves, cc cs pns32 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp ro-crq, cc-acp p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb? cs d n2 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6043 and we that are Ministers, woe unto us if we do not preach terrour to whom terrour belongs, and we that Are Ministers, woe unto us if we do not preach terror to whom terror belongs, cc pns12 cst vbr n2, n1 p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6044 as well as mercy to whom mercy belongs: as well as mercy to whom mercy belongs: c-acp av c-acp n1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz: (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6045 but you will say, are not we Ministers of the Gospel? 'tis true, and so was Christ, but you will say, Are not we Ministers of the Gospel? it's true, and so was christ, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vbr xx pns12 n2 pp-f dt n1? pn31|vbz j, cc av vbds np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6046 yet mark what he saith, repent and then believe, first he discovers their miserable conditions, yet mark what he Says, Repent and then believe, First he discovers their miserable conditions, av vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, vvb cc av vvb, ord pns31 vvz po32 j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6047 and breaks their hearts, and then bids them lay hold upon the Gospel of peace, this is the Method that we that are the Ministers of God should take, first wound, and then heale; and breaks their hearts, and then bids them lay hold upon the Gospel of peace, this is the Method that we that Are the Ministers of God should take, First wound, and then heal; cc vvz po32 n2, cc av vvz pno32 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d vbz dt n1 cst pns12 d vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vvi, ord n1, cc av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6048 first lance, and then bind up; first detect m•ns sinnes, and shew them their miseries; and then shew them a remedy: First lance, and then bind up; First detect m•ns Sins, and show them their misery's; and then show them a remedy: ord n1, cc av vvb a-acp; ord vvb n2 n2, cc vvi pno32 po32 n2; cc av vvb pno32 dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6049 first let them see what they are, and then see how they may be better. First let them see what they Are, and then see how they may be better. ord vvb pno32 vvi r-crq pns32 vbr, cc av vvb c-crq pns32 vmb vbi jc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 497 Page 37
6050 Then you must be content to let us go up upon Mount Eball and pronounce the curses of God upon those that go on in their sinnes, you must be content to have your estates and conditions ripped up, be not ready to be snappish and murmuring against the revelation of the Law, Then you must be content to let us go up upon Mount Eball and pronounce the curses of God upon those that go on in their Sins, you must be content to have your estates and conditions ripped up, be not ready to be snappish and murmuring against the Revelation of the Law, av pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi a-acp p-acp n1 j-jn cc vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d cst vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n2, pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi po22 n2 cc n2 vvn a-acp, vbb xx j pc-acp vbi j cc j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 37
6051 and the opening of the hellish sink of sin that is in your hearts, be you willing to hear it and let us do it; and the opening of the hellish sink of since that is in your hearts, be you willing to hear it and let us do it; cc dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp po22 n2, vbb pn22 j pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvb pno12 vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 37
6052 'tis true, we must be ready to poure in Oyle into every bruised spirit; it's true, we must be ready to pour in Oil into every Bruised Spirit; pn31|vbz j, pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 37
6053 but first we must come with the hammer of the Law to breake and then bind up, let me tell you, but First we must come with the hammer of the Law to break and then bind up, let me tell you, cc-acp ord pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc av vvb a-acp, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 37
6054 as many as go on in your sins, and are yet without Christ, let me tell you what your condition is, be it known from the Lord whatsoever you may think, you are in the gall of bitternesse, as many as go on in your Sins, and Are yet without christ, let me tell you what your condition is, be it known from the Lord whatsoever you may think, you Are in the Gall of bitterness, c-acp d c-acp vvb a-acp p-acp po22 n2, cc vbr av p-acp np1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 r-crq po22 n1 vbz, vbb pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 37
6055 and in the bond of iniquity, hell is moved for your coming, and the pit is digged for such as you are; and in the bound of iniquity, hell is moved for your coming, and the pit is dug for such as you Are; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 vbz vvn p-acp po22 n-vvg, cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d c-acp pn22 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 37
6056 you are under the wrath of heaven, and though God be gracious and full of mercy yet he will never save those that disobey him and stand out against his Holy and Heavenly Word; you Are under the wrath of heaven, and though God be gracious and full of mercy yet he will never save those that disobey him and stand out against his Holy and Heavenly Word; pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cs np1 vbb j cc j pp-f n1 av pns31 vmb av-x vvi d cst vvi pno31 cc vvb av p-acp po31 j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6057 though Christ died for sinners, yet he is a stumbling block and a rock of offence to those that are disobedient ▪ and stumble at the Word, 1 Pet. 2 ▪ 8 ▪ Whatsoever you may think of your selves and do not think of these things ▪ but suffer the world and your pleasures to take up your mindes, think of it, what a woefull case you are in, know that the great God of Heaven and Earth hath bitter things against you, though christ died for Sinners, yet he is a stumbling block and a rock of offence to those that Are disobedient ▪ and Stumble At the Word, 1 Pet. 2 ▪ 8 ▪ Whatsoever you may think of your selves and do not think of these things ▪ but suffer the world and your pleasures to take up your minds, think of it, what a woeful case you Are in, know that the great God of Heaven and Earth hath bitter things against you, cs np1 vvd p-acp n2, av pns31 vbz dt j-vvg n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vbr j ▪ cc vvi p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd ▪ crd ▪ r-crq pn22 vmb vvi pp-f po22 n2 cc vdb xx vvi pp-f d n2 ▪ cc-acp vvi dt n1 cc po22 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2, vvb pp-f pn31, r-crq dt j n1 pn22 vbr p-acp, vvb d dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vhz j n2 p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6058 and you shall heare it with both eares when it is too late; and you shall hear it with both ears when it is too late; cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d n2 c-crq pn31 vbz av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6059 there is no mercy ▪ but for them that repent and forsake their sins, there is no Kingdome of Heaven for you, you have no hope, the Devils and you have one hope. there is no mercy ▪ but for them that Repent and forsake their Sins, there is no Kingdom of Heaven for you, you have no hope, the Devils and you have one hope. pc-acp vbz dx n1 ▪ cc-acp p-acp pno32 cst vvb cc vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vhb dx n1, dt n2 cc pn22 vhb crd n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6060 What turned so many Angels of Heaven into Hell? was it not sin? you have that very sin ▪ upon you, you do not see your misery, What turned so many Angels of Heaven into Hell? was it not since? you have that very since ▪ upon you, you do not see your misery, q-crq vvd av d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1? vbds pn31 xx n1? pn22 vhb d j n1 ▪ p-acp pn22, pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6061 but if your eyes were open and would but heare what God saith, you would loath ▪ your selves in dust and ashes, but if your eyes were open and would but hear what God Says, you would loath ▪ your selves in dust and Ashes, cc-acp cs po22 n2 vbdr j cc vmd cc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vvz, pn22 vmd vvi ▪ po22 n2 p-acp n1 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6062 and your knees would knock together for ▪ anguish of heart. and your knees would knock together for ▪ anguish of heart. cc po22 n2 vmd vvi av p-acp ▪ n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6063 What no conversion yet, no new creatures yet? then no Christ, no Heaven, no Happiness: What not conversion yet, no new creatures yet? then no christ, no Heaven, no Happiness: q-crq xx n1 av, dx j n2 av? av av-dx np1, dx n1, dx n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6064 what a woful thing is this ▪ I beseech you think of it, and apply it, what a woeful thing is this ▪ I beseech you think of it, and apply it, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d ▪ pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pp-f pn31, cc vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6065 and tell your soules, either sin must down, or else no Heaven to be looked for; and tell your Souls, either since must down, or Else no Heaven to be looked for; cc vvb po22 n2, d n1 vmb a-acp, cc av dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6066 either I must be an holy man, either God will give me grace and holinesse here, either I must be an holy man, either God will give me grace and holiness Here, d pns11 vmb vbi dt j n1, d np1 vmb vvi pno11 n1 cc n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6067 or else I shall •ever see his face with comfort hereafter; or Else I shall •ever see his face with Comfort hereafter; cc av pns11 vmb av vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6068 either I must have my life changed, and my conversation made spiritual and godly by Jesus Christ, either I must have my life changed, and my Conversation made spiritual and godly by jesus christ, d pns11 vmb vhi po11 n1 vvn, cc po11 n1 vvd j cc j p-acp np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6069 or else I do but deceive my own soul to think of any happinesse; or Else I do but deceive my own soul to think of any happiness; cc av pns11 vdb p-acp vvi po11 d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6070 this is certaine, therefore do not think lightly of any sin, there is no sin so small but is able to damn thy soul unlesse thou embrace the Gospel and the Kingdome of God ▪ If it were possible ▪ that thou never hadst sinned but one sin, that one sin will damn thee, this is certain, Therefore do not think lightly of any since, there is no since so small but is able to damn thy soul unless thou embrace the Gospel and the Kingdom of God ▪ If it were possible ▪ that thou never Hadst sinned but one since, that one since will damn thee, d vbz j, av vdb xx vvi av-j pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j p-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cs pns21 vvb dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 ▪ cs pn31 vbdr j ▪ cst pns21 av-x vhd2 vvn p-acp crd n1, cst pi n1 vmb vvi pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6071 unlesse thou be a new creature, and by Faith embrace the Son of God, thou canst not •e saved; unless thou be a new creature, and by Faith embrace the Son of God, thou Canst not •e saved; cs pns21 vbb dt j n1, cc p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns21 vm2 xx vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6072 there is no sin so small, but the wrath of God from Heaven is revealed against it; there is no since so small, but the wrath of God from Heaven is revealed against it; pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6073 if people did but see their sins like so many Devils, if they did but once see these Cockatrices stings, if people did but see their Sins like so many Devils, if they did but once see these Cockatrices stings, cs n1 vdd p-acp vvi po32 n2 av-j av d n2, cs pns32 vdd p-acp a-acp vvi d ng1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6074 if people were but affected with their estates and conditions, something might be said, but unless mens sins be laid before their eyes, if people were but affected with their estates and conditions, something might be said, but unless men's Sins be laid before their eyes, cs n1 vbdr cc-acp vvd p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pi vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp cs ng2 n2 vbb vvn p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6075 and charged upon their souls, what hope have we to do them any good? and charged upon their Souls, what hope have we to do them any good? cc vvd p-acp po32 n2, r-crq n1 vhb pns12 pc-acp vdi pno32 d j? (7) treatise (DIV2) 498 Page 38
6076 Thirdly, this is for comfort to those that are humbled, such as have had the Law come unto them, Thirdly, this is for Comfort to those that Are humbled, such as have had the Law come unto them, ord, d vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn, d c-acp vhb vhn dt n1 vvb p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6077 and hath knocked them off, that they have nothing to trust to, and they see what miserable creatures they are; and hath knocked them off, that they have nothing to trust to, and they see what miserable creatures they Are; cc vhz vvn pno32 a-acp, cst pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pns32 vvb r-crq j n2 pns32 vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6078 look up and hear what the Gospel saith, the Gospel of God sheweth mercy freely to be had, look up and hear what the Gospel Says, the Gospel of God shows mercy freely to be had, vvb a-acp cc vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vhn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6079 and delivers promises freely to be apprehended, and doth proffer eternal life without money or moneys worth, and delivers promises freely to be apprehended, and does proffer Eternal life without money or moneys worth, cc vvz n2 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vdz vvi j n1 p-acp n1 cc n2 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6080 though a man be never so vile and wretched; though a man be never so vile and wretched; cs dt n1 vbi av-x av j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6081 if you see your misery, you have Davids own argument, go and use it, Psal. 25. 16. Have mercy upon me O Lord, if you see your misery, you have Davids own argument, go and use it, Psalm 25. 16. Have mercy upon me Oh Lord, cs pn22 vvb po22 n1, pn22 vhb np1 d n1, vvb cc vvi pn31, np1 crd crd vhb n1 p-acp pno11 uh n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6082 for I am desolate and afflicted; all the Saints of God have no other argument but this, in begging of mercy, for I am desolate and afflicted; all the Saints of God have no other argument but this, in begging of mercy, c-acp pns11 vbm j cc j-vvn; d dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, p-acp vvg pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6083 as who should say, I am a miserable creature, no grounds whereupon to expect any mercy, I am a desolate, afflicted, undone man in my self, all my hope is in thee; as who should say, I am a miserable creature, no grounds whereupon to expect any mercy, I am a desolate, afflicted, undone man in my self, all my hope is in thee; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vbm dt j n1, dx n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1, pns11 vbm dt j, j-vvn, vvn n1 p-acp po11 n1, d po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6084 go to God, and lie at his gate, and plead this argument, submitting to the Gospel, Have mercy on me O Lord, go to God, and lie At his gate, and plead this argument, submitting to the Gospel, Have mercy on me Oh Lord, vvb p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi d n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, vhb n1 p-acp pno11 uh n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6085 for I am desolate and afflicted: for I am desolate and afflicted: c-acp pns11 vbm j cc j-vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6086 and here now comes in effectual calling, when the Law hath shewed a man his wretched estate ▪ and his blindness, and Here now comes in effectual calling, when the Law hath showed a man his wretched estate ▪ and his blindness, cc av av vvz p-acp j n-vvg, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 po31 j n1 ▪ cc po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6087 and nakedness, and captivity, if the Lord do mean any mercy to a man, here comes in his effectual calling. and nakedness, and captivity, if the Lord do mean any mercy to a man, Here comes in his effectual calling. cc n1, cc n1, cs dt n1 vdb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, av vvz p-acp po31 j n-vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 38
6088 2 THES. 2. 14. Whereunto he called you by our Gospel to the obtaining of the glory of the Lord Jesus Christ. 2 THESE. 2. 14. Whereunto he called you by our Gospel to the obtaining of the glory of the Lord jesus christ. crd d. crd crd c-crq pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 499 Page 39
6089 I Have spoken already of the prepatory work that goes before Effectual Calling, the next thing I am to speake of, is the parts of Effectual Calling, and they are two. I Have spoken already of the prepatory work that Goes before Effectual Calling, the next thing I am to speak of, is the parts of Effectual Calling, and they Are two. pns11 vhb vvn av pp-f dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp j vvg, dt ord n1 pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi pp-f, vbz dt n2 pp-f j vvg, cc pns32 vbr crd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 500 Page 39
6090 First, the offering of Christ and his merits, the objective propounding of Christ and his benefits; First, the offering of christ and his merits, the objective propounding of christ and his benefits; ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, dt n1 vvg pp-f np1 cc po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 501 Page 39
6091 when Christ comes and offers himself to a man in the Gospel, he came to his own, John 1. 11. but his own received him not, he came and offered himself to them, I am the way, the truth and the light, I am the Messias, when christ comes and offers himself to a man in the Gospel, he Come to his own, John 1. 11. but his own received him not, he Come and offered himself to them, I am the Way, the truth and the Light, I am the Messias, c-crq np1 vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, np1 crd crd p-acp po31 d vvd pno31 xx, pns31 vvd cc vvd px31 p-acp pno32, pns11 vbm dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, pns11 vbm dt np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 501 Page 39
6092 and the Saviour of the ▪ world, and I have eternal life, and here I am, take me, and all with me; and the Saviour of the ▪ world, and I have Eternal life, and Here I am, take me, and all with me; cc dt n1 pp-f dt ▪ n1, cc pns11 vhb j n1, cc av pns11 vbm, vvb pno11, cc d p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 501 Page 39
6093 this is the first thing in Effectual Calling, the objective propounding of Christ to a man. this is the First thing in Effectual Calling, the objective propounding of christ to a man. d vbz dt ord n1 p-acp j vvg, dt n1 vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 501 Page 39
6094 The second thing is the receiving of Christ, not only the offering of Christ to a man, The second thing is the receiving of christ, not only the offering of christ to a man, dt ord n1 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1, xx av-j dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 502 Page 39
6095 for so he offers himself to those that are not of God, even to all, for so he offers himself to those that Are not of God, even to all, c-acp av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d cst vbr xx pp-f np1, av p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 502 Page 39
6096 but in Effectual Calling, as there is an offer on Gods side, so there is a reflection on Gods side; but in Effectual Calling, as there is an offer on God's side, so there is a reflection on God's side; cc-acp p-acp j vvg, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 502 Page 39
6097 as many as received him, &c. John 1. 12. they received him, these two now make up Effectual Calling, the offering of Christ and the receiving of him, as many as received him, etc. John 1. 12. they received him, these two now make up Effectual Calling, the offering of christ and the receiving of him, p-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, av np1 crd crd pns32 vvd pno31, d crd av vvb a-acp j vvg, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n-vvg pp-f pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 502 Page 39
6098 when Christ calls a man to him, and he answers to his call; thus you see the parts of Effectual Calling. when christ calls a man to him, and he answers to his call; thus you see the parts of Effectual Calling. c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1; av pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f j vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 502 Page 39
6099 First to speak of the first, the objective propounding of Christ and all the things of Christ to a man, First to speak of the First, the objective propounding of christ and all the things of christ to a man, ord pc-acp vvi pp-f dt ord, dt n1 vvg pp-f np1 cc d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6100 and this hath two degrees like the morning light that hath two parts, the dawning of the day, and the Sunnes arising; and this hath two Degrees like the morning Light that hath two parts, the dawning of the day, and the Suns arising; cc d vhz crd n2 av-j dt n1 n1 cst vhz crd n2, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6101 so there are two parts in this objective propounding of Christ to the soul; the first is that general propounding of him to every creature; so there Are two parts in this objective propounding of christ to the soul; the First is that general propounding of him to every creature; av a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d n1 vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; dt ord vbz cst n1 vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6102 now the soul thinks what to every creature, then it is propounded to me as well as to any body else; now the soul thinks what to every creature, then it is propounded to me as well as to any body Else; av dt n1 vvz r-crq p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 c-acp av c-acp p-acp d n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6103 but the effectualness of this call is, that it breeds the seeds of grace in a man, it breeds saving desires, but the effectualness of this call is, that it breeds the seeds of grace in a man, it breeds Saving Desires, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz vvg n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6104 and saving longings, and saving, and kindly mournings for the want of this sweet good; and Saving longings, and Saving, and kindly mournings for the want of this sweet good; cc vvg n2-vvg, cc vvg, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6105 when it sees such an excellent good, and a possibility of it, and that it is propounded to every creature, when it sees such an excellent good, and a possibility of it, and that it is propounded to every creature, c-crq pn31 vvz d dt j j, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6106 then the soule thinks I may be one as well as any body else, and ▪ so the soul longs after it. then the soul thinks I may be one as well as any body Else, and ▪ so the soul longs After it. cs dt n1 vvz pns11 vmb vbi crd c-acp av c-acp d n1 av, cc ▪ av dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 503 Page 39
6107 The second thing is the personal propounding of this to those that have these seeds of Grace; The second thing is the personal propounding of this to those that have these seeds of Grace; dt ord n1 vbz dt j vvg pp-f d p-acp d cst vhb d n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 39
6108 the first was general, to one as well as to another, but now this is to this mans person rather then to any body else; the First was general, to one as well as to Another, but now this is to this men person rather then to any body Else; dt ord vbds j, p-acp crd c-acp av c-acp p-acp j-jn, cc-acp av d vbz p-acp d ng1 n1 av-c cs p-acp d n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 39
6109 and now the soul begins to think seriously this proposition is to me, this tender is to me; and now the soul begins to think seriously this proposition is to me, this tender is to me; cc av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j d n1 vbz p-acp pno11, d j vbz p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 39
6110 I hunger, and thirst, and long, and therefore this belongs to me, and the effectualnesse of this call is to make the soul come to Christ, I hunger, and thirst, and long, and Therefore this belongs to me, and the effectualness of this call is to make the soul come to christ, pns11 n1, cc n1, cc av-j, cc av d vvz p-acp pno11, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 39
6111 and cast himselfe upon him by faith; these are the parts of propounding of Christ, and both these are twofold; and cast himself upon him by faith; these Are the parts of propounding of christ, and both these Are twofold; cc vvd px31 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; d vbr dt n2 pp-f vvg pp-f np1, cc d d vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 39
6112 the first is the external part of it by the Word, the other the internal part of it by the Spirit. the First is the external part of it by the Word, the other the internal part of it by the Spirit. dt ord vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 39
6113 Now we are to speak of the first of these, how the Word works this general call, Now we Are to speak of the First of these, how the Word works this general call, av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f dt ord pp-f d, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1 vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 39
6114 and for this I have chosen this text, Whereunto he hath called you by our Gospel, &c. For the coherence of these words in the former verses, the Apostle had told the Thessalonians of a woful falling away that should he among all visible Churches in the whole world almost, that there should be a general defection, and for this I have chosen this text, Whereunto he hath called you by our Gospel, etc. For the coherence of these words in the former Verses, the Apostle had told the Thessalonians of a woeful falling away that should he among all visible Churches in the Whole world almost, that there should be a general defection, cc p-acp d pns11 vhb vvn d n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp po12 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt j n2, dt n1 vhd vvn dt njp2 pp-f dt j n-vvg av cst vmd pns31 p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 av, cst pc-acp vmd vbi dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6115 unlesse of Gods Elect, and they should have fearful declinings, and he sheweth that the power of the Devil and ••s instruments should be the cause of this falling away, he should come with strong delusions, unless of God's Elect, and they should have fearful declinings, and he shows that the power of the devil and ••s Instruments should be the cause of this falling away, he should come with strong delusions, cs pp-f npg1 n1, cc pns32 vmd vhi j n2, cc pns31 vvz cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n2 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d vvg av, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6116 and then the just cause why God doth suffer the Devil and his imps to bring this about, that all they might be damned that had phas〈 … 〉 in unrighteousnesse; and then the just cause why God does suffer the devil and his imps to bring this about, that all they might be damned that had phas〈 … 〉 in unrighteousness; cc av dt j n1 c-crq np1 vdz vvi dt n1 cc po31 n2 pc-acp vvi d a-acp, cst d pns32 vmd vbi vvn cst vhd n1 … 〉 p-acp n1-u; (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6117 the Lord would have them damned, and this made the Lord suffer the Devil to work Apostacy, and declining to them. the Lord would have them damned, and this made the Lord suffer the devil to work Apostasy, and declining to them. dt n1 vmd vhi pno32 vvn, cc d vvd dt n1 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvg p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6118 Now this is a fearful thing, and therefore in the next place he comes to comfort the Th•s••lonians, for they for their part, the godly amongst them need not to be dismayed for fear of falling away, Now this is a fearful thing, and Therefore in the next place he comes to Comfort the Th•s••lonians, for they for their part, the godly among them need not to be dismayed for Fear of falling away, av d vbz dt j n1, cc av p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt njp2, c-acp pns32 p-acp po32 n1, dt j p-acp pno32 vvb xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f vvg av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6119 as if they should not hold out, but he would have them encouraged that they shall stand out for ever, as if they should not hold out, but he would have them encouraged that they shall stand out for ever, c-acp cs pns32 vmd xx vvi av, cc-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno32 vvd cst pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6120 and he comforts them by two Arguments: and he comforts them by two Arguments: cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp crd n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6121 First, by Gods predestination of them to life from all eternity, God hath chosen you to Salvation from the beginning; First, by God's predestination of them to life from all eternity, God hath chosen you to Salvation from the beginning; ord, p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6122 and then •e laies down the meanes God had appointed for the attaining this salvation, and then •e lays down the means God had appointed for the attaining this salvation, cc av n1 vvz a-acp dt n2 np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt vvg d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6123 and that was through Sanctification in the Spirit, as who should say, 'tis true, there shall be such a falling away, and that was through Sanctification in the Spirit, as who should say, it's true, there shall be such a falling away, cc cst vbds p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vmb vbi d dt vvg av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6124 but you that are godly need not be dejected, for God hath chosen you from all eternity, but you that Are godly need not be dejected, for God hath chosen you from all eternity, cc-acp pn22 cst vbr j vvb xx vbi vvn, c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6125 and therefore will sanctifie you, and keep you through his mighty power unto salvation, that you shall not fall away. and Therefore will sanctify you, and keep you through his mighty power unto salvation, that you shall not fallen away. cc av vmb vvi pn22, cc vvb pn22 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1, cst pn22 vmb xx vvi av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6126 The second Argument is their Effectual Calling, that is in the text, Whereunto he hath called you by our Gospel, &c. as who should say ▪ the Lord hath given you a pledge that you shall never fall away finally, The second Argument is their Effectual Calling, that is in the text, Whereunto he hath called you by our Gospel, etc. as who should say ▪ the Lord hath given you a pledge that you shall never fallen away finally, dt ord n1 vbz po32 j vvg, cst vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pn22 p-acp po12 n1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi ▪ dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 dt n1 cst pn22 vmb av-x vvi av av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6127 for it is plaine that God hath chosen you, and he hath given a pledge of hi• Election, for it is plain that God hath chosen you, and he hath given a pledge of hi• Election, c-acp pn31 vbz j cst np1 vhz vvn pn22, cc pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6128 for he hath called you, therefore be of good cheare. Well then in the words of the text you may consider these four things. for he hath called you, Therefore be of good cheer. Well then in the words of the text you may Consider these four things. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22, av vbb pp-f j n1. uh-av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi d crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 504 Page 40
6129 First, Effectual Calling, he called you. Secondly, the meanes whereby he hath wrought this in you, namely, the Gospel. First, Effectual Calling, he called you. Secondly, the means whereby he hath wrought this in you, namely, the Gospel. ord, j vvg, pns31 vvd pn22. ord, dt n2 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d p-acp pn22, av, dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 505 Page 40
6130 Thirdly, the tearme whereunto he called them, noted in this word hereunto, which if you look into the former verse was unto 〈 … 〉tion. Thirdly, the term whereunto he called them, noted in this word hereunto, which if you look into the former verse was unto 〈 … 〉tion. ord, dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd pno32, vvn p-acp d n1 av, r-crq cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1 vbds p-acp 〈 … n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 507 Page 40
6131 Fourthly, what this salvation is, it is a most admirable incomparable thing, no tongue is able to speak it; Fourthly, what this salvation is, it is a most admirable incomparable thing, no tongue is able to speak it; ord, r-crq d n1 vbz, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j j n1, dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 508 Page 40
6132 Oh saith he, It is to the attaining of the glory of the Lord Jesus Christ, the very same glory that the Lord Jesus Christ was advanced to, you have part and communion therein. O Says he, It is to the attaining of the glory of the Lord jesus christ, the very same glory that the Lord jesus christ was advanced to, you have part and communion therein. uh vvz pns31, pn31 vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, dt av d n1 cst dt n1 np1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp, pn22 vhb n1 cc n1 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 508 Page 40
6133 Now three of these points I lay aside, the point that serves our turn is the second, he called you by our Gospell. Now three of these points I lay aside, the point that serves our turn is the second, he called you by our Gospel. av crd pp-f d n2 pns11 vvb av, dt n1 cst vvz po12 n1 vbz dt ord, pns31 vvd pn22 p-acp po12 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 508 Page 40
6134 That the thing that calls Gods people home, it is the General tender of grace, indifferently to any man without exception, whosoever will have it, that is, the Gospel. That the thing that calls God's people home, it is the General tender of grace, indifferently to any man without exception, whosoever will have it, that is, the Gospel. cst dt n1 cst vvz ng1 n1 av-an, pn31 vbz dt j j pp-f n1, av-j p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vmb vhi pn31, cst vbz, dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6135 When Christ should call Nicodemus, after he had convinced him of his blindnesse, and cursed estate, When christ should call Nicodemus, After he had convinced him of his blindness, and cursed estate, c-crq np1 vmd vvi np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pp-f po31 n1, cc j-vvn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6136 and made him see he was a fool in all the things of God; and made him see he was a fool in all the things of God; cc vvd pno31 vvi pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6137 now he gives him a call, and how doth he call him ▪ it was even this general tender, John 3. 14, 15. As Moses lifted up the Serpent i• the Wildernesse, now he gives him a call, and how does he call him ▪ it was even this general tender, John 3. 14, 15. As Moses lifted up the Serpent i• the Wilderness, av pns31 vvz pno31 dt n1, cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pno31 ▪ pn31 vbds av d j j, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp np1 vvd a-acp dt n1 n1 dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6138 so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish, but have eternal life: so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish, but have Eternal life: av vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn a-acp, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31, vmd xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6139 As who should say, I bring an indifferent doctrine, I propound it to all creatures, and thou maist have a part in it as well as any other; As who should say, I bring an indifferent Doctrine, I propound it to all creatures, and thou Mayest have a part in it as well as any other; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vvb dt j n1, pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp d n2, cc pns21 vm2 vhi dt n1 p-acp pn31 a-acp av c-acp d n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6140 Whosoever believes shall not perish, if thou hast a heart to believe and come unto me, thou shalt not perish, but have salvation. Whosoever believes shall not perish, if thou hast a heart to believe and come unto me, thou shalt not perish, but have salvation. r-crq vvz vmb xx vvi, cs pns21 vh2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno11, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, cc-acp vhb n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6141 So when our Saviour sent his Disciples to call his Elect throughout the world, mark what directions he gave them, he calls people with a general call, Whosoever will, let him take of the water life; So when our Saviour sent his Disciples to call his Elect throughout the world, mark what directions he gave them, he calls people with a general call, Whosoever will, let him take of the water life; av c-crq po12 n1 vvd po31 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb r-crq n2 pns31 vvd pno32, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb, r-crq vmb, vvb pno31 vvi pp-f dt n1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6142 whosoever hath a mind to be saved, to know God, and have Communion with him, and be united to him; whosoever hath a mind to be saved, to know God, and have Communion with him, and be united to him; r-crq vhz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi np1, cc vhb n1 p-acp pno31, cc vbi vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6143 whosoever hath a minde to these things, tell him I am for him, he proclaimes it over the whole world, tell every creature in the whole world, He that believeth, and is baptized shall be saved; whosoever hath a mind to these things, tell him I am for him, he proclaims it over the Whole world, tell every creature in the Whole world, He that Believeth, and is baptised shall be saved; r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp d n2, vvb pno31 pns11 vbm p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns31 cst vvz, cc vbz vvn vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6144 here is no exception put in, but preach the Gospel to every creature; tell every creature what I have done for the sins of the world; Here is no exception put in, but preach the Gospel to every creature; tell every creature what I have done for the Sins of the world; av vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp, cc-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1; vvb d n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 40
6145 and how I have opened the Kingdome to whomsoever will enter; and how I have opened the Kingdom to whomsoever will enter; cc c-crq pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp ro-crq n1 vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 41
6146 thus God calls his people, his Ministers go up and down and tell them they may have pardon ▪ and grace, thus God calls his people, his Ministers go up and down and tell them they may have pardon ▪ and grace, av np1 vvz po31 n1, po31 n2 vvb a-acp cc a-acp cc vvi pno32 pns32 vmb vhi n1 ▪ cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 41
6147 and righteousnesse for nothing, come and buy without money, though you cannot give a farthing token for it, and righteousness for nothing, come and buy without money, though you cannot give a farthing token for it, cc n1 p-acp pix, vvb cc vvi p-acp n1, cs pn22 vmbx vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 41
6148 but be poor, and miserable, and cursed creatures; but be poor, and miserable, and cursed creatures; cc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j-vvn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 41
6149 Come, here it is, wine, and milk, and bread, and all without money, you shall have it for taking and carrying away, so Rev. 22. 7. Whosoever will, let him take of the water of life freely; Come, Here it is, wine, and milk, and bred, and all without money, you shall have it for taking and carrying away, so Rev. 22. 7. Whosoever will, let him take of the water of life freely; vvb, av pn31 vbz, n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vhi pn31 p-acp vvg cc vvg av, av n1 crd crd r-crq vmb, vvb pno31 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 41
6150 it is a quicunquae vult, thereis none exempted, if any man will he may be saved, it is a quicunquae vult, There is none exempted, if any man will he may be saved, pn31 vbz dt fw-la fw-la, n2 pix vvn, cs d n1 vmb pns31 vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 41
6151 if he have a will, a minde, a heart to it, he may have salvation. Now here be three things I would shew unto you; if he have a will, a mind, a heart to it, he may have salvation. Now Here be three things I would show unto you; cs pns31 vhb dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vhi n1. av av vbi crd n2 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 509 Page 41
6152 first, what this general tender is, whereby God effectually calls his people. Secondly, why it is by a general tender. Thirdly, the uses. First, what this general tender is, whereby God effectually calls his people. Secondly, why it is by a general tender. Thirdly, the uses. ord, r-crq d j j vbz, c-crq np1 av-j vvz po31 n1. ord, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 j. ord, dt n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 510 Page 41
6153 First, what is this general tender of Christ and grace to every creature that hath a minde to it? and it is this, that Christ is the only alsufficient meanes to make a man happy; First, what is this general tender of christ and grace to every creature that hath a mind to it? and it is this, that christ is the only All-sufficient means to make a man happy; ord, r-crq vbz d j j pp-f np1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cst vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31? cc pn31 vbz d, cst np1 vbz dt j j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6154 that whereas he is out with his Maker, he alone can set him in again; that whereas he is out with his Maker, he alone can Set him in again; cst cs pns31 vbz av p-acp po31 n1, pns31 av-j vmb vvi pno31 p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6155 though he be under a thousand miseries in this life, and under a thousand eternal miseries in the life to come; though he be under a thousand misery's in this life, and under a thousand Eternal misery's in the life to come; cs pns31 vbb p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt crd j n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6156 there is in Christ an alsufficiency to make a man happy, God is the fountaine of all goodnesse, there is in christ an All-sufficiency to make a man happy, God is the fountain of all Goodness, pc-acp vbz p-acp np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j, np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6157 and till his goodnesse is opened in Christ Jesus, this is that same general thing, and till his Goodness is opened in christ jesus, this is that same general thing, cc p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 np1, d vbz d d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6158 as Paul saith, 1 Cor. 1. 23, 24. We preach Christ crucified unto th•se that are called the power and wisdome of God; as Paul Says, 1 Cor. 1. 23, 24. We preach christ Crucified unto th•se that Are called the power and Wisdom of God; c-acp np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb np1 vvd p-acp n1 cst vbr vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6159 as who should say, this is the thing we go up and down every where preaching, that Christ was crucified for the sinnes of the world, as who should say, this is the thing we go up and down every where preaching, that christ was Crucified for the Sins of the world, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz dt n1 pns12 vvb a-acp cc a-acp d c-crq vvg, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6160 and hath power to save any man that comes to him; it was the wisdome of God, he found out this meanes; and hath power to save any man that comes to him; it was the Wisdom of God, he found out this means; cc vhz n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd av d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6161 it was an impossibility in the wisdome of men and Angels, how man should be saved, the Wisdome of God hath found out the Lord Jesus Christ to be the meanes, it was an impossibility in the Wisdom of men and Angels, how man should be saved, the Wisdom of God hath found out the Lord jesus christ to be the means, pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, c-crq n1 vmd vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn av dt n1 np1 np1 pc-acp vbi dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6162 and he is the power of God to save any man that believes, and wheresoever we come we preach this Doctrine. and he is the power of God to save any man that believes, and wheresoever we come we preach this Doctrine. cc pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vvz, cc c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvb d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6163 So again you may see, Heb. 7. 24, 25. This man hath an unch•ngable Priesthood, So again you may see, Hebrew 7. 24, 25. This man hath an unch•ngable Priesthood, av av pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd, crd d n1 vhz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6164 for he is able to save to the utmost all those that come unto him, &c. As who should say, he is a publick Saviour, he is not onely able to save these and these, for he is able to save to the utmost all those that come unto him, etc. As who should say, he is a public Saviour, he is not only able to save these and these, c-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j d d cst vvb p-acp pno31, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vbz xx av-j j pc-acp vvi d cc d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6165 but all that come unto him, he is able to save them to the utmost; whosoever you are, though you be never so wretched, and reprobate to every good work, but all that come unto him, he is able to save them to the utmost; whosoever you Are, though you be never so wretched, and Reprobate to every good work, cc-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j; r-crq pn22 vbr, cs pn22 vbb av-x av j, cc n-jn p-acp d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6166 though never so foule, and all the nitre in the world cannot cleanse you, never so stubborne and all the meanes and Ordinances you have enjoyed have not tamed you: though never so foul, and all the nitre in the world cannot cleanse you, never so stubborn and all the means and Ordinances you have enjoyed have not tamed you: cs av-x av j, cc d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi pn22, av-x av j cc d dt n2 cc n2 pn22 vhb vvn vhb xx vvn pn22: (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6167 why, yet here is a Saviour for you, he is able to save you to the utmost, why, yet Here is a Saviour for you, he is able to save you to the utmost, uh-crq, av av vbz dt n1 p-acp pn22, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6168 though you be never so out with God; though you be never so out with God; cs pn22 vbb av-x av av p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6169 and though God be never so much displeased with your sinful courses, and all the Angels and all the world cannot take away Gods wrath from you, and though God be never so much displeased with your sinful courses, and all the Angels and all the world cannot take away God's wrath from you, cc cs np1 vbb av-x av av-d vvn p-acp po22 j n2, cc d dt n2 cc d dt n1 vmbx vvi av npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6170 yet he is able to save you to the utmost if you will come unto him; yet he is able to save you to the utmost if you will come unto him; av pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt j cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6171 This is the tender of the Gospel delivered to every man. This is the tender of the Gospel Delivered to every man. d vbz dt j pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6172 Now in the next place I will shew you the reasons why God calls people home by a general tender in this fashion. Now in the next place I will show you the Reasons why God calls people home by a general tender in this fashion. av p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n2 c-crq np1 vvz n1 av-an p-acp dt n1 j p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 511 Page 41
6173 First, because this is the surest ground of faith; First, Because this is the Surest ground of faith; ord, c-acp d vbz dt js n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 41
6174 suppose a soul that is effectually called shall afterwards feare and question, and by what warrant do I hope to be saved by Christ? and by what warrant do I look to be heard for Christs sake? and how is it that I •ay hold upon such promises, suppose a soul that is effectually called shall afterwards Fear and question, and by what warrant do I hope to be saved by christ? and by what warrant do I look to be herd for Christ sake? and how is it that I •ay hold upon such promises, vvb dt n1 cst vbz av-j vvn vmb av vvi cc n1, cc p-acp r-crq n1 vdb pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1? cc p-acp r-crq n1 vdb pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1? cc q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 41
6175 and cast my self upon such things in the Gospel? upon what acquaintance do I presume that the Lord Jesus will see you assisted in all my wayes, and cast my self upon such things in the Gospel? upon what acquaintance do I presume that the Lord jesus will see you assisted in all my ways, cc vvd po11 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1? p-acp q-crq n1 vdb pns11 vvi cst dt n1 np1 vmb vvi pn22 vvd p-acp d po11 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 41
6176 and helped in all estates and conditions, and save my soul when I die? Why? saith he, I have a good warrant, and helped in all estates and conditions, and save my soul when I die? Why? Says he, I have a good warrant, cc vvd p-acp d n2 cc n2, cc vvb po11 n1 c-crq pns11 vvb? q-crq? vvz pns31, pns11 vhb dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 41
6177 for I see in Scripture that Christ is tendered to all, and wh•so•ver believes shall no• perish but have everlasting life, and whosoever will have him, may ▪ I could not tell indeed I was elected before I heard the Sermon, for I see in Scripture that christ is tendered to all, and wh•so•ver believes shall no• perish but have everlasting life, and whosoever will have him, may ▪ I could not tell indeed I was elected before I herd the Sermon, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp n1 cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp d, cc av vvz vmb n1 vvi cc-acp vhb j n1, cc r-crq vmb vhi pno31, vmb ▪ pns11 vmd xx vvi av pns11 vbds vvn c-acp pns11 vvd dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 41
6178 but I heard that any man might have Christ that would, and I am sure I would have him, but I herd that any man might have christ that would, and I am sure I would have him, cc-acp pns11 vvd cst d n1 vmd vhi np1 cst vmd, cc pns11 vbm j pns11 vmd vhi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 41
6179 and I finde in Scripture that he came to save that which is lost, and I am sure I am a lost creature, and I find in Scripture that he Come to save that which is lost, and I am sure I am a lost creature, cc pns11 vvb p-acp n1 cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn, cc pns11 vbm j pns11 vbm dt j-vvn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 41
6180 and if he came to save that which is lost, I have warrant to believe. and if he Come to save that which is lost, I have warrant to believe. cc cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn, pns11 vhb vvb pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 42
6181 This is that which grounded Saint Paul, this generall offer, This (saith he) is a faithful saying, worthy to be received of all men, that Christ died for sinners, whereof I am chief, 1 Tim. 1. 15. As who should say, here is the thing, this is that which comforts me, and staies my soul; This is that which grounded Saint Paul, this general offer, This (Says he) is a faithful saying, worthy to be received of all men, that christ died for Sinners, whereof I am chief, 1 Tim. 1. 15. As who should say, Here is the thing, this is that which comforts me, and stays my soul; d vbz d r-crq j-vvn n1 np1, d j n1, d (vvz pns31) vbz dt j n-vvg, j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d n2, cst np1 vvd p-acp n2, c-crq pns11 vbm j-jn, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av vbz dt n1, d vbz d r-crq vvz pno11, cc vvz po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 42
6182 I see that Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners, and I see it is a faithful saying, I see that jesus christ Come into the world to save Sinners, and I see it is a faithful saying, pns11 vvb cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 42
6183 and worthy of all men to be received, all men whosoever have a heart may receive it, and worthy of all men to be received, all men whosoever have a heart may receive it, cc j pp-f d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, d n2 r-crq vhb dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 42
6184 and I am sure then he came to save me, and this is my hold, I have no other hold but this. and I am sure then he Come to save me, and this is my hold, I have no other hold but this. cc pns11 vbm j av pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno11, cc d vbz po11 n1, pns11 vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 42
6185 But now if a man were called by any other call but this, a man could have no ground for his calling; But now if a man were called by any other call but this, a man could have no ground for his calling; p-acp av cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp d n-jn vvb p-acp d, dt n1 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 42
6186 if the Scripture should say they only are called that are elected, he would have no ground for his call. if the Scripture should say they only Are called that Are elected, he would have no ground for his call. cs dt n1 vmd vvi pns32 av-j vbr vvn cst vbr vvn, pns31 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 512 Page 42
6187 Secondly, because this is the best answer to Satan, many times a man will be put to heavy straits, Secondly, Because this is the best answer to Satan, many times a man will be put to heavy straits, ord, c-acp d vbz dt js n1 p-acp np1, d n2 dt n1 vmb vbi vvd p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6188 and will have much ado to answer Satan; and will have much ado to answer Satan; cc vmb vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6189 sometimes a man will be under uncertainty, sometimes under want of feeling and sense, sometimes under horror of conscience; sometime a man will be under uncertainty, sometime under want of feeling and sense, sometime under horror of conscience; av dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6190 and a mans sins may come to a mans view, and feares may step up in the soul; and a men Sins may come to a men view, and fears may step up in the soul; cc dt ng1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6191 then Satan comes, how look you to be saved? you are a wretch, you have a stiffe faith indeed! then Satan comes, how look you to be saved? you Are a wretch, you have a stiff faith indeed! av np1 vvz, q-crq vvb pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn? pn22 vbr dt n1, pn22 vhb dt j n1 av! (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6192 What believe, and no sense and feeling? such a horrible wretch, and such a guilty conscience, What believe, and no sense and feeling? such a horrible wretch, and such a guilty conscience, q-crq vvb, cc dx n1 cc n1? d dt j n1, cc d dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6193 and you believe? What have you to shew? Is any one promise in the Bible to such a one as you that are so foul and filthy, and you believe? What have you to show? Is any one promise in the bible to such a one as you that Are so foul and filthy, cc pn22 vvb? q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vvi? vbz d crd n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt crd c-acp pn22 cst vbr av j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6194 and cannot pray, nor do any thing? you see God casts you off, where is any promise for you to hang upon? Yes, I can believe for all this, and cannot pray, nor do any thing? you see God Cast you off, where is any promise for you to hang upon? Yes, I can believe for all this, cc vmbx vvi, ccx vdb d n1? pn22 vvb np1 vvz pn22 a-acp, q-crq vbz d n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp? uh, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6195 because the Gospel is not tendered to sense, and feeling, and such and such things, Because the Gospel is not tendered to sense, and feeling, and such and such things, c-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg, cc d cc d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6196 but to every one that would have Christ, and I would have Christ, and so much the more eager is my heart to have him, the more I am troubled and cast down, the more I would have Christ and grace; but to every one that would have christ, and I would have christ, and so much the more eager is my heart to have him, the more I am troubled and cast down, the more I would have christ and grace; cc-acp p-acp d pi cst vmd vhi np1, cc pns11 vmd vhi np1, cc av av-d dt av-dc j vbz po11 n1 pc-acp vhi pno31, dt av-dc pns11 vbm vvn cc vvd a-acp, dt av-dc pns11 vmd vhi np1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6197 here is my hold, this is the thing, the sure Word of Faith, it is called the Word of Faith, Rom. 10. 8. Now you know the Word of God is true, Here is my hold, this is the thing, the sure Word of Faith, it is called the Word of Faith, Rom. 10. 8. Now you know the Word of God is true, av vbz po11 n1, d vbz dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6198 whether a man believe or no; and now when faith comes in, it layes hold upon that general Word; whither a man believe or no; and now when faith comes in, it lays hold upon that general Word; cs dt n1 vvb cc av-dx; cc av c-crq n1 vvz p-acp, pn31 vvz vvb p-acp d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6199 the thing is true, so that if any man comes and believes, though I never found it before, I believed it, the thing is true, so that if any man comes and believes, though I never found it before, I believed it, dt n1 vbz j, av cst cs d n1 vvz cc vvz, cs pns11 av-x vvd pn31 a-acp, pns11 vvd pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6200 yet now I may hang upon it; yet now I may hang upon it; av av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6201 and there is nothing in the world will put off Satan more then this, he will say, you have Christ; and there is nothing in the world will put off Satan more then this, he will say, you have christ; cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp np1 av-dc cs d, pns31 vmb vvi, pn22 vhb np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6202 how can you have him? you are proud, aye but I would be humbled; you are dead, 'tis true, but that is my grief and mourning; how can you have him? you Are proud, aye but I would be humbled; you Are dead, it's true, but that is my grief and mourning; q-crq vmb pn22 vhi pno31? pn22 vbr j, uh cc-acp pns11 vmd vbi vvn; pn22 vbr j, pn31|vbz j, cc-acp cst vbz po11 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6203 I would be quickened, and therefore would have Christ that I may be so, and so; I would be quickened, and Therefore would have christ that I may be so, and so; pns11 vmd vbi vvn, cc av vmd vhi np1 cst pns11 vmb vbi av, cc av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6204 here he hangs upon the general tender of Christ. Here he hangs upon the general tender of christ. av pns31 vvz p-acp dt j j pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 513 Page 42
6205 Thirdly, because this is that same simple Scripture that is simply true in it self before all acts in man; Thirdly, Because this is that same simple Scripture that is simply true in it self before all acts in man; ord, c-acp d vbz d d j n1 cst vbz av-j j p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6206 a man cannot be effectually called by any truth, but that which is true in it self before all acts in man; a man cannot be effectually called by any truth, but that which is true in it self before all acts in man; dt n1 vmbx vbi av-j vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6207 now what truth can effectually call a man before any act of grace in man, now what truth can effectually call a man before any act of grace in man, av q-crq n1 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6208 but only the general tenders of the Gospel? these are the truths that are simply true in themselves. but only the general tenders of the Gospel? these Are the truths that Are simply true in themselves. cc-acp av-j dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1? d vbr dt n2 cst vbr av-j j p-acp px32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6209 Before any thing is done upon man, it may be true that God hath elected me, Before any thing is done upon man, it may be true that God hath elected me, p-acp d n1 vbz vdn p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vbi j cst np1 vhz vvn pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6210 but it is not a Scripture truth before something be done in me, the Scripture doth not say simply in it self that I am elected before some grace be put forth in me; but it is not a Scripture truth before something be done in me, the Scripture does not say simply in it self that I am elected before Some grace be put forth in me; cc-acp pn31 vbz xx dt n1 n1 p-acp pi vbb vdn p-acp pno11, dt n1 vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp pn31 n1 cst pns11 vbm vvn p-acp d n1 vbi vvn av p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6211 if I have grace put forth already in me, then I may say, that God did specially intend it to me, if I have grace put forth already in me, then I may say, that God did specially intend it to me, cs pns11 vhb n1 vvn av av p-acp pno11, cs pns11 vmb vvi, cst np1 vdd av-j vvi pn31 p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6212 and did elect me in Christ before all worlds; and did elect me in christ before all world's; cc vdd vvi pno11 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6213 but now these truths cannot call a man, because before effectual calling nothing is done in a man, but now these truths cannot call a man, Because before effectual calling nothing is done in a man, cc-acp av d n2 vmbx vvi dt n1, c-acp p-acp j n-vvg pix vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6214 therefore those truths that suppose any thing in a man, cannot be calling truths; Therefore those truths that suppose any thing in a man, cannot be calling truths; av d n2 cst vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1, vmbx vbi vvg n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6215 the first truths that a man is effectually called unto, a man hath no more to shew for it, the First truths that a man is effectually called unto, a man hath no more to show for it, dt ord n2 cst dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp, dt n1 vhz dx dc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6216 then any man else in the world; therefore it must be meerly the truths of the Gospel in themselves, what Christ did, and so forth. then any man Else in the world; Therefore it must be merely the truths of the Gospel in themselves, what christ did, and so forth. cs d n1 av p-acp dt n1; av pn31 vmb vbi av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp px32, r-crq np1 vdd, cc av av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 514 Page 42
6217 As for example, these be the calling truths, Behold, the Lamb of God that taketh away the sins of the world, Joh. 1. 29. God so loved the world, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish, As for Exampl, these be the calling truths, Behold, the Lamb of God that Takes away the Sins of the world, John 1. 29. God so loved the world, that whosoever Believeth in him shall not perish, c-acp p-acp n1, d vbb dt vvg n2, vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 av vvd dt n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmb xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 515 Page 42
6218 but have eternal life, John 3. 16. and Mat. 18. 11. The Sonne of man came to save that which is l•st; but have Eternal life, John 3. 16. and Mathew 18. 11. The Son of man Come to save that which is l•st; cc-acp vhb j n1, np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz js; (7) treatise (DIV2) 515 Page 43
6219 but these truths concerning this mans election, that God doth love him, and hear him, and accept of him; but these truths Concerning this men election, that God does love him, and hear him, and accept of him; p-acp d n2 vvg d ng1 n1, cst np1 vdz vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31, cc vvi pp-f pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 515 Page 43
6220 these are not Scripture truths in themselves, but when a man is called then they come in; these Are not Scripture truths in themselves, but when a man is called then they come in; d vbr xx n1 n2 p-acp px32, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av pns32 vvb p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 515 Page 43
6221 now a man may see that he is elected, and accepted of God; now a man may see that he is elected, and accepted of God; av dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn, cc vvn pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 515 Page 43
6222 but these truths can never effectually call a man ▪ because effectual calling is the first thing that is done in a man, but these truths can never effectually call a man ▪ Because effectual calling is the First thing that is done in a man, cc-acp d n2 vmb av-x av-j vvi dt n1 ▪ c-acp j n-vvg vbz dt ord n1 cst vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 515 Page 43
6223 and this work •inds nothing in a man more then in any other, and therefore it must needs be a general tender. and this work •inds nothing in a man more then in any other, and Therefore it must needs be a general tender. cc d n1 vvz pix p-acp dt n1 av-dc cs p-acp d n-jn, cc av pn31 vmb av vbi dt j j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 515 Page 43
6224 Fourthly, because this is only that which every man is bound to believe it is that only which a man is called unto; Fourthly, Because this is only that which every man is bound to believe it is that only which a man is called unto; ord, c-acp d vbz j cst r-crq d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz cst av-j r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6225 God when he doth effectually call his people, doth call them to do nothing, but that which is every mans duty to do; God when he does effectually call his people, does call them to do nothing, but that which is every men duty to do; n1 c-crq pns31 vdz av-j vvi po31 n1, vdz vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi pix, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz d ng1 n1 pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6226 he calls them to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ which is one mans duy as well as another; he calls them to believe in the Lord jesus christ which is one men duy as well as Another; pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 r-crq vbz crd ng1 n1 c-acp av c-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6227 as Christ when he went to preach every where up and down, saith he, Repent and believe the Gospel; as christ when he went to preach every where up and down, Says he, repent and believe the Gospel; c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi d q-crq a-acp cc a-acp, vvz pns31, vvb cc vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6228 as who should say, it is every one of your duties to repent, and believe the Gospel, it is the very same truth, that believed, saveth Gods people, as who should say, it is every one of your duties to Repent, and believe the Gospel, it is the very same truth, that believed, Saveth God's people, c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vbz d crd pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb dt n1, pn31 vbz dt av d n1, cst vvd, vvz npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6229 and not believed, damneth the reprobates, as Mark 16. 16. He that beleeves shall be saved, and not believed, damneth the Reprobates, as Mark 16. 16. He that believes shall be saved, cc xx vvn, vvz dt n2-jn, c-acp vvb crd crd pns31 cst vvz vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6230 and he that beleeves not shall be damned; and he that believes not shall be damned; cc pns31 cst vvz xx vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6231 as who should say, both is the same truth that is propounded to this man that is saved, as who should say, both is the same truth that is propounded to this man that is saved, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz dt d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6232 and that man that is damned, therefore they must be the general truths of the Gospel; and that man that is damned, Therefore they must be the general truths of the Gospel; cc d n1 cst vbz vvn, av pns32 vmb vbi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6233 particular truths do not bind every man to believe, it is not every mans duty to believe that he is elected, that he hath intended his Son Christ for him, rather then any other; particular truths do not bind every man to believe, it is not every men duty to believe that he is elected, that he hath intended his Son christ for him, rather then any other; j n2 vdb xx vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz xx d ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn, cst pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 np1 p-acp pno31, av-c cs d n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6234 God binds not every man to beleeve this, but he binds every man to believe that God is the eternal good of a man, God binds not every man to believe this, but he binds every man to believe that God is the Eternal good of a man, np1 vvz xx d n1 pc-acp vvi d, cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz dt j j pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6235 and this is to be had by coming unto Christ; and this is to be had by coming unto christ; cc d vbz pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp vvg p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6236 when a man can believe this, and cast himself upon it, this is true and saving faith, when a man can believe this, and cast himself upon it, this is true and Saving faith, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi d, cc vvd px31 p-acp pn31, d vbz j cc j-vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6237 when this draws a man to God, and pulls him out of his sins, and this is the reason that the Apostle saith, 1 John 3. 23. This is the Commandment of God, that ye beleeve in his Son Jesus Christ; when this draws a man to God, and pulls him out of his Sins, and this is the reason that the Apostle Says, 1 John 3. 23. This is the Commandment of God, that you believe in his Son jesus christ; c-crq d vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvz pno31 av pp-f po31 n2, cc d vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vvb p-acp po31 n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6238 so that you see this is clear, that it is the general tender of the Gospel that cals Gods people home to God: so that you see this is clear, that it is the general tender of the Gospel that calls God's people home to God: av cst pn22 vvb d vbz j, cst pn31 vbz dt j j pp-f dt n1 cst vvz ng1 n1 av-an p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6239 whatsoever a man be, an old sinner, a young sinner, a grosse sinner, be he what he will, whatsoever a man be, an old sinner, a young sinner, a gross sinner, be he what he will, r-crq dt n1 vbi, dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, vbb pns31 r-crq pns31 vmb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6240 if his heart stoop that he would have Christ ▪ and all Christ, he shall not perish, but have everlasting life. if his heart stoop that he would have christ ▪ and all christ, he shall not perish, but have everlasting life. cs po31 n1 vvi cst pns31 vmd vhi np1 ▪ cc d np1, pns31 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 516 Page 43
6241 Obj. But you may say, faith is onely of Gods Elect; Object But you may say, faith is only of God's Elect; np1 p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, n1 vbz j pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 517 Page 43
6242 how then can Ministers tender such a proffer as this, whereas Christ is only given to the Elect? how then can Ministers tender such a proffer as this, whereas christ is only given to the Elect? q-crq av vmb n2 vvi d dt n1 c-acp d, cs np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 517 Page 43
6243 I answer, it is true, that the Elect, when all comes to all, they only get it, I answer, it is true, that the Elect, when all comes to all, they only get it, pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz j, cst dt n1, c-crq d vvz p-acp d, pns32 av-j vvb pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6244 yet it is seriously tendred to all; yet it is seriously tendered to all; av pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6245 we had never heard of Election and reprobation, but only because of this, because that when the Gospel is preached, we see that some receive it, and some receive it not; we had never herd of Election and reprobation, but only Because of this, Because that when the Gospel is preached, we see that Some receive it, and Some receive it not; pns12 vhd av-x vvn pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j c-acp pp-f d, c-acp cst c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vvb cst d vvb pn31, cc d vvb pn31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6246 now thus you come to see election and reprobation, for when a man comes to receive the call, we see that that man is elected, now thus you come to see election and reprobation, for when a man comes to receive the call, we see that that man is elected, av av pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns12 vvb cst d n1 vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6247 because no man takes Christ but by grace, every man would stand out and refuse Christ; Because no man Takes christ but by grace, every man would stand out and refuse christ; c-acp dx n1 vvz np1 p-acp p-acp n1, d n1 vmd vvi av cc vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6248 but when we see a man takes Christ, then we see he is elected; but when we see a man Takes christ, then we see he is elected; cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 vvz np1, cs pns12 vvb pns31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6249 and when we see another man doth not take Christ, we see then that man is left to himself, and when we see Another man does not take christ, we see then that man is left to himself, cc c-crq pns12 vvb j-jn n1 vdz xx vvi np1, pns12 vvb av d n1 vbz vvn p-acp px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6250 and hath a wretched heart, and reprobate minde, and God lets him have it still; as he will have his sins, so God lets him have them still; and hath a wretched heart, and Reprobate mind, and God lets him have it still; as he will have his Sins, so God lets him have them still; cc vhz dt j n1, cc j-jn n1, cc np1 vvz pno31 vhb pn31 av; c-acp pns31 vmb vhi po31 n2, av np1 vvz pno31 vhi pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6251 yet notwithstanding this is very true, that Christ is propounded to all, and this the reason why our Saviour Christ saith, Mat. 20. 16. Many are called, yet notwithstanding this is very true, that christ is propounded to all, and this the reason why our Saviour christ Says, Mathew 20. 16. Many Are called, av p-acp d vbz av j, cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp d, cc d dt n1 c-crq po12 n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd crd av-d vbr vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6252 but few are chosen, the meaning is, many are called, but few there are that do answer this call, there are few that have grace to do it; but few Are chosen, the meaning is, many Are called, but few there Are that do answer this call, there Are few that have grace to do it; cc-acp d vbr vvn, dt n1 vbz, d vbr vvn, cc-acp d a-acp vbr cst vdb vvi d vvi, a-acp vbr d cst vhb n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6253 the most part of the world will rather have their lusts then Christ, and therefore there are but few, the most part of the world will rather have their Lustiest then christ, and Therefore there Are but few, dt av-ds n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb av-c vhi po32 n2 av np1, cc av a-acp vbr p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6254 because God hath chosen but few. Because God hath chosen but few. c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 518 Page 43
6255 Now the reason why the tender of the Gospel must be delivered without any restraint to election; is, Now the reason why the tender of the Gospel must be Delivered without any restraint to election; is, av dt n1 c-crq dt j pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 519 Page 43
6256 First ▪ because if there were not such a proffer without exception to any that will have Christ, First ▪ Because if there were not such a proffer without exception to any that will have christ, ord ▪ c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr xx d dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vmb vhi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 43
6257 then the Elect should have no ground for their faith; a man cannot see he is elected till after he hath faith; then the Elect should have no ground for their faith; a man cannot see he is elected till After he hath faith; cs dt n1 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp po32 n1; dt n1 vmbx vvi pns31 vbz vvn c-acp c-acp pns31 vhz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 43
6258 no man hath faith and repentance at his first effectual call; no man hath faith and Repentance At his First effectual call; dx n1 vhz n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 ord j vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6259 now how shall a man have any ground for his faith when the Gospel is propounded onely to the Elect? every man will be at a stand, I know not whether I be elected or no; now how shall a man have any ground for his faith when the Gospel is propounded only to the Elect? every man will be At a stand, I know not whither I be elected or no; av q-crq vmb dt n1 vhb d n1 p-acp po31 n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1? d n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb xx cs pns11 vbb vvn cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6260 I am as fair for hell, as any for ought I know; I have sins to damn me, but no election, as far as I know; I am as fair for hell, as any for ought I know; I have Sins to damn me, but no election, as Far as I know; pns11 vbm a-acp j c-acp n1, c-acp d c-acp vmd pns11 vvb; pns11 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi pno11, cc-acp dx n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6261 you preach Sermons all your life time, I can beleeve none, because you preach only to the Elect; you preach Sermons all your life time, I can believe none, Because you preach only to the Elect; pn22 vvb n2 d po22 n1 n1, pns11 vmb vvi pix, c-acp pn22 vvb av-j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6262 so the children of God can have no ground for their faith, because there is no particular place of Scripture that bindes a man to beleeve his election, so the children of God can have no ground for their faith, Because there is no particular place of Scripture that binds a man to believe his election, av dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6263 therefore it must be a general proffer of the Gospel propounded to every man; Therefore it must be a general proffer of the Gospel propounded to every man; av pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6264 John 6. 35. there saith Christ, He that will come unto me, I will in no wise cast off; John 6. 35. there Says christ, He that will come unto me, I will in no wise cast off; np1 crd crd a-acp vvz np1, pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb p-acp dx j vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6265 there you see it is general, any man that will come to Christ, whether Elect of God no matter, Ministers should not stand demurring and questioning, I know not whether these be Elect or no, do you deliver the Gospel, there you see it is general, any man that will come to christ, whither Elect of God no matter, Ministers should not stand demurring and questioning, I know not whither these be Elect or no, do you deliver the Gospel, a-acp pn22 vvb pn31 vbz j, d n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp np1, cs n1 pp-f np1 dx n1, n2 vmd xx vvi vvg cc vvg, pns11 vvb xx cs d vbb j cc uh-dx, vdb pn22 vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6266 and afterwards it will appea• who are elected, and who not, by their receiving or not receiving the Gospel, leave you that to me; and afterwards it will appea• who Are elected, and who not, by their receiving or not receiving the Gospel, leave you that to me; cc av pn31 vmb n1 r-crq vbr vvn, cc q-crq xx, p-acp po32 n-vvg cc xx vvg dt n1, vvb pn22 d p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6267 preach you how men may be happy, and what a miserable estate they are in, preach you how men may be happy, and what a miserable estate they Are in, vvb pn22 c-crq n2 vmb vbi j, cc q-crq dt j n1 pns32 vbr p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6268 but if they will come out of their sinnes they may receive the pardon of them; but if they will come out of their Sins they may receive the pardon of them; cc-acp cs pns32 vmb vvi av pp-f po32 n2 pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6269 tell them, that whosoever comes to me shall in no wise be cast out, be they what the ▪ will. tell them, that whosoever comes to me shall in no wise be cast out, be they what the ▪ will. vvb pno32, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 vmb p-acp dx j vbi vvn av, vbb pns32 r-crq dt ▪ n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 520 Page 44
6270 Secondly, because though election be first in Gods order, he doth first Elect a man before he calls him, Secondly, Because though election be First in God's order, he does First Elect a man before he calls him, ord, c-acp cs n1 vbb ord p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vdz ord j dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 521 Page 44
6271 yet with the Elect, with Gods own people it is clean contrary; yet with the Elect, with God's own people it is clean contrary; av p-acp dt j-vvn, p-acp n2 d n1 pn31 vbz j n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 521 Page 44
6272 first, they must be effectually called before they can have any inkling of their election in the point of knowing of it, First, they must be effectually called before they can have any inkling of their election in the point of knowing of it, ord, pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn c-acp pns32 vmb vhi d n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 521 Page 44
6273 therefore 2 Pet. 1. 10. the Apostle saith, give all diligence to make your calling and election sure; Therefore 2 Pet. 1. 10. the Apostle Says, give all diligence to make your calling and election sure; av crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n-vvg cc n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 521 Page 44
6274 first, make your calling sure, else you can have no inkling of your election; now when this is sure, you may be sure of your election; First, make your calling sure, Else you can have no inkling of your election; now when this is sure, you may be sure of your election; ord, vvb po22 n-vvg j, av pn22 vmb vhi dx n1 pp-f po22 n1; av c-crq d vbz j, pn22 vmb vbi j pp-f po22 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 521 Page 44
6275 before the point of effectual calling there must be no talking of election, either in the Minister that preacheth, or people that hear; before the point of effectual calling there must be no talking of election, either in the Minister that Preacheth, or people that hear; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg a-acp vmb vbi dx vvg pp-f n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 cst vvz, cc n1 cst vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 521 Page 44
6276 this election is a thing in Gods own bosom, which comes after the receiving or rejecting the Gospel, the one will reveal election, the other reprobation. this election is a thing in God's own bosom, which comes After the receiving or rejecting the Gospel, the one will reveal election, the other reprobation. d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 d n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg dt n1, dt pi vmb vvi n1, dt j-jn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 521 Page 44
6277 Thirdly, because there is a difference between men and devils, thereis no possibility for devils, Thirdly, Because there is a difference between men and Devils, There is not possibility for Devils, ord, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, n2 xx n1 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6278 though they would never so faine, to be saved, for Christ took not upon him the nature of Angels, Heb. 2. 16. he did not meddle with them, though they would never so feign, to be saved, for christ took not upon him the nature of Angels, Hebrew 2. 16. he did not meddle with them, cs pns32 vmd av-x av av-j, pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp np1 vvd xx p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd crd pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6279 therefore now we cannot say to them, if ye beleeve, you shall be saved, because there is possibility for them, Therefore now we cannot say to them, if you believe, you shall be saved, Because there is possibility for them, av av pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pno32, cs pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6280 though they would never so faine; though they would never so feign; cs pns32 vmd av-x av av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6281 but there is a possibility for all men to be saved, if they would believe, there is sufficiency of merits in Christ, but there is a possibility for all men to be saved, if they would believe, there is sufficiency of merits in christ, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns32 vmd vvi, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6282 and it was intended to the sonnes of men, to as many as would have it, and it was intended to the Sons of men, to as many as would have it, cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp c-acp d c-acp vmd vhi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6283 though indeed all men would have none of him, if they were left to themselves; though indeed all men would have none of him, if they were left to themselves; cs av d n2 vmd vhi pix pp-f pno31, cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6284 yet notwithstanding the Gospel is offered to all, every man might have him, but that he will not have him. yet notwithstanding the Gospel is offered to all, every man might have him, but that he will not have him. av p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, d n1 vmd vhi pno31, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb xx vhi pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 522 Page 44
6285 But there be two Objections against this doctrine. But there be two Objections against this Doctrine. p-acp pc-acp vbi crd n2 p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 523 Page 44
6286 1. Because this seems to be the contrary to the doctrine of many godly and religious Divines heretofore, who seem to say, that the Gospel is only for the Elects sake; 1. Because this seems to be the contrary to the Doctrine of many godly and religious Divines heretofore, who seem to say, that the Gospel is only for the Elects sake; crd p-acp d vvz pc-acp vbi dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n2-jn av, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt vvz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6287 it is the doctrine of many Divines, if I knew who were elected, and who were not, I would not deliver it to them; it is the Doctrine of many Divines, if I knew who were elected, and who were not, I would not deliver it to them; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2-jn, cs pns11 vvd r-crq vbdr vvn, cc r-crq vbdr xx, pns11 vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6288 this is a dangerous doctrine, yet the ground of the doctrine is true, that the Gospel is properly bestowed upon the Elect, To us a child is born, to us a child is given; this is a dangerous Doctrine, yet the ground of the Doctrine is true, that the Gospel is properly bestowed upon the Elect, To us a child is born, to us a child is given; d vbz dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, cst dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp pno12 dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp pno12 dt n1 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6289 that is, to the Elect, but yet this is not contradictory to that which I now deliver; that is, to the Elect, but yet this is not contradictory to that which I now deliver; cst vbz, p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av d vbz xx n1 p-acp d r-crq pns11 av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6290 I deny not that Christ is given intentionally to Gods Elect upon beleeving, yet he is tendered to others to, I deny not that christ is given intentionally to God's Elect upon believing, yet he is tendered to Others to, pns11 vvb xx cst np1 vbz vvn av-j p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg, av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2-jn pc-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6291 and intended too, upon that condition; and intended too, upon that condition; cc vvd av, p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6292 God cannot mock people, and make as though they might have eternal life, and cannot have it though never so faine; God cannot mock people, and make as though they might have Eternal life, and cannot have it though never so feign; n1 vmbx vvi n1, cc vvi c-acp cs pns32 vmd vhi j n1, cc vmbx vhi pn31 cs av-x av av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6293 it is not so, but God deales seriously with people, for every man shall have Christ that hath a true and sincere heart; it is not so, but God deals seriously with people, for every man shall have christ that hath a true and sincere heart; pn31 vbz xx av, cc-acp np1 vvz av-j p-acp n1, p-acp d n1 vmb vhi np1 cst vhz dt j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 44
6294 now it is true, this heart is only given of God, because otherwise a man is stubborn and stiff-necked, now it is true, this heart is only given of God, Because otherwise a man is stubborn and Stiffnecked, av pn31 vbz j, d n1 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, c-acp av dt n1 vbz j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6295 and will not give over his sins, and deny himself, but will rather have his own courses then Christ, and will not give over his Sins, and deny himself, but will rather have his own courses then christ, cc vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc vvi px31, cc-acp vmb av-c vhi po31 d n2 av np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6296 though he may have eternal life by him, yet the proposition of the Gospel is general to every man that will believe, and will have Christ; though he may have Eternal life by him, yet the proposition of the Gospel is general to every man that will believe, and will have christ; cs pns31 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp pno31, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n1 cst vmb vvi, cc vmb vhi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6297 and this is necessary, and this is the very self-same doctrine that all Divines have preached heretofore, only it is delivered otherwise, and this is necessary, and this is the very selfsame Doctrine that all Divines have preached heretofore, only it is Delivered otherwise, cc d vbz j, cc d vbz dt av j n1 cst d n2-jn vhb vvn av, av-j pn31 vbz vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6298 and the reason why there is a necessity of delivering it thus, is, because this is the form of preaching set down in the Scripture, and the reason why there is a necessity of delivering it thus, is, Because this is the from of preaching Set down in the Scripture, cc dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31 av, vbz, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6299 and this is the way to fish out Gods Elect, and the best way to settle their mindes, and this is the Way to Fish out God's Elect, and the best Way to settle their minds, cc d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av npg1 n1, cc dt js n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6300 and establish their consciences, and this is the best way to feel and groap in Congregations who are of God: and establish their Consciences, and this is the best Way to feel and groap in Congregations who Are of God: cc vvi po32 n2, cc d vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n2 r-crq vbr pp-f np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6301 Wilt thou have Christ and eternal life, and be delivered from thy sinnes? thou mayest then have the pardon of thy sinnes, and the favour of God; Wilt thou have christ and Eternal life, and be Delivered from thy Sins? thou Mayest then have the pardon of thy Sins, and the favour of God; vm2 pns21 vhi np1 cc j n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp po21 n2? pns21 vm2 av vhi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6302 now if a man be of God he will hear us, if he be not, he will not hear us; now if a man be of God he will hear us, if he be not, he will not hear us; av cs dt n1 vbi pp-f np1 pns31 vmb vvi pno12, cs pns31 vbb xx, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6303 this is the way Scripture sets down, as you may see, John 1. 11. He came to his own, this is the Way Scripture sets down, as you may see, John 1. 11. He Come to his own, d vbz dt n1 np1 vvz a-acp, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6304 and his own received him not; and his own received him not; cc po31 d vvd pno31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6305 Christ came and offered himself to his own, he calls all his own people, the very reprobates are his own in respect of the offer, christ Come and offered himself to his own, he calls all his own people, the very Reprobates Are his own in respect of the offer, np1 vvd cc vvd px31 p-acp po31 d, pns31 vvz d po31 d n1, dt j n2-jn vbr po31 d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6306 but in respect of receiving it; but in respect of receiving it; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6307 so the Elect onely are his own, ver. 12. To as many as received him, he gave power to be the Sonnes of God. so the Elect only Are his own, ver. 12. To as many as received him, he gave power to be the Sons of God. av dt n1 av-j vbr po31 d, fw-la. crd p-acp p-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, pns31 vvd n1 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6308 So Acts 8. 37. The Eunuch would faine have Christ by baptisme; So Acts 8. 37. The Eunuch would feign have christ by Baptism; av n2 crd crd dt n1 vmd av-j vhi np1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6309 what hinders me but I may be baptized? let me enter into Covenant with Christ; what hinders me but I may be baptised? let me enter into Covenant with christ; r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp pns11 vmb vbi vvn? vvb pno11 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6310 what should let me? Mark what Philip saith, If thou beleevest, thou mayest, could he tell whether he were Elect or no? no, what should let me? Mark what Philip Says, If thou Believest, thou Mayest, could he tell whither he were Elect or no? no, q-crq vmd vvi pno11? n1 r-crq np1 vvz, cs pns21 vv2, pns21 vm2, vmd pns31 vvi cs pns31 vbdr j cc dx? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6311 but he feels him with the general tender of the Gospel; but he feels him with the general tender of the Gospel; cc-acp pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j j pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6312 what lets me? he saith, nothing lets thee if thou canst beleeve, he could not tell whether he were elected or no; what lets me? he Says, nothing lets thee if thou Canst believe, he could not tell whither he were elected or no; r-crq vvz pno11? pns31 vvz, pix vvz pno21 cs pns21 vm2 vvi, pns31 vmd xx vvi cs pns31 vbdr vvn cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6313 but saith he, if thou canst beleeve with all thy heart, thou mayest have Christ and all the benefits of the Covenant of grace, but Says he, if thou Canst believe with all thy heart, thou Mayest have christ and all the benefits of the Covenant of grace, cc-acp vvz pns31, cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp d po21 n1, pns21 vm2 vhi np1 cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6314 if thou hast a heart and minde unto it, thou mayest have it, and after he p•ofessed he had, he baptized him. if thou hast a heart and mind unto it, thou Mayest have it, and After he p•ofessed he had, he baptised him. cs pns21 vh2 dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, pns21 vm2 vhi pn31, cc c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vhd, pns31 vvn pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6315 So Paul dealt with the Jaylor, Acts 16. 30, 31. when Paul saw the Jaylor ready to stab himself; So Paul dealt with the Jailor, Acts 16. 30, 31. when Paul saw the Jailor ready to stab himself; np1 np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, n2 crd crd, crd c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 j pc-acp vvi px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6316 how could he tell whether he were el•cted or no? yea, when he cried out, What shall I do to be saved? he might speak out of horror and conscience: how could he tell whither he were el•cted or no? yea, when he cried out, What shall I do to be saved? he might speak out of horror and conscience: q-crq vmd pns31 vvi cs pns31 vbdr vvn cc dx? uh, c-crq pns31 vvd av, q-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vbi vvn? pns31 vmd vvi av pp-f n1 cc n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6317 how did Paul know that he was elected? but he feels him with the general tender, beleeve in the Lord Jesus Christ (saith he) and thou mayest be saved, whatsoever thou art; how did Paul know that he was elected? but he feels him with the general tender, believe in the Lord jesus christ (Says he) and thou Mayest be saved, whatsoever thou art; c-crq vdd np1 vvb cst pns31 vbds vvn? cc-acp pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j j, vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 (vvz pns31) cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, r-crq pns21 vb2r; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6318 he doth no• stand upon his election, but beleeve in Christ and his Gospel, and believe eternal life is in him, he does no• stand upon his election, but believe in christ and his Gospel, and believe Eternal life is in him, pns31 vdz n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, cc vvb j n1 vbz p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6319 and rest upon him for it; and rest upon him for it; cc n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6320 let this be a means to pull thee out of thy sins, and to seek after righteousnesse and communion with him; let this be a means to pull thee out of thy Sins, and to seek After righteousness and communion with him; vvb d vbb dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno21 av pp-f po21 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6321 if thou hast faith thou shalt be saved. if thou hast faith thou shalt be saved. cs pns21 vh2 n1 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 524 Page 45
6322 Obj. The second Objection is this, that this doctrine seems to favour our adversaries, our adversaries say, that Christ died for one as well as for another; Object The second Objection is this, that this Doctrine seems to favour our Adversaries, our Adversaries say, that christ died for one as well as for Another; np1 dt ord n1 vbz d, cst d n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po12 n2, po12 n2 vvi, cst np1 vvd p-acp pi c-acp av c-acp p-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 525 Page 45
6323 and the Gospel is to be propounded to one as well as to another; and it is as much for one as for another; and the Gospel is to be propounded to one as well as to Another; and it is as much for one as for Another; cc dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd c-acp av c-acp p-acp j-jn; cc pn31 vbz p-acp d c-acp pi p-acp p-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 525 Page 45
6324 now if we say so too, we shake hands with them. now if we say so too, we shake hands with them. av cs pns12 vvb av av, pns12 vvb n2 p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 525 Page 45
6325 Answ. 1. I answer, First there is a great deal of difference between that which the Pelagians speak concerning this thing, they say that Christ intended his death no more to one then to another; Answer 1. I answer, First there is a great deal of difference between that which the Pelagians speak Concerning this thing, they say that christ intended his death no more to one then to Another; np1 crd pns11 vvb, ord pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq dt n2 vvb vvg d n1, pns32 vvb cst np1 vvd po31 n1 av-dx dc p-acp crd av p-acp j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 526 Page 45
6326 no more to Abraham then Pharaoh; no more to Peter then Judas; look what minde God bare to one à parte ante, he bare as good a minde towards the other; no more to Abraham then Pharaoh; no more to Peter then Judas; look what mind God bore to one à parte ante, he bore as good a mind towards the other; dx dc p-acp np1 av np1; av-dx dc p-acp np1 av np1; vvb q-crq n1 np1 vvd p-acp crd fw-fr fw-la fw-la, pns31 vvd p-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 526 Page 45
6327 now this we peremptorily deny, and it is an horrible blaspheming of the grace of God towards his people, now this we peremptorily deny, and it is an horrible blaspheming of the grace of God towards his people, av d pns12 av-j vvb, cc pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 526 Page 45
6328 for he will have one rather then another, Acts 13. 48. as many as was ordained to eternal life beleeved; for he will have one rather then Another, Acts 13. 48. as many as was ordained to Eternal life believed; c-acp pns31 vmb vhi crd av-c cs n-jn, n2 crd crd p-acp d c-acp vbds vvn p-acp j n1 vvd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 526 Page 45
6329 as who should say, as many as God had chosen, they took Christ and none else, God did intend Christ to them especially, more then to the rest, he gave them a heart, as who should say, as many as God had chosen, they took christ and none Else, God did intend christ to them especially, more then to the rest, he gave them a heart, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, c-acp d c-acp np1 vhd vvn, pns32 vvd np1 cc pi av, np1 vdd vvi np1 p-acp pno32 av-j, av-dc cs p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd pno32 dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 526 Page 45
6330 and let the rest go on in the stubbornnesse of their hearts. and let the rest go on in the stubbornness of their hearts. cc vvb dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 526 Page 45
6331 Secondly, they say, that Christ came to bring nothing but a possibility of salvation into the world; Secondly, they say, that christ Come to bring nothing but a possibility of salvation into the world; ord, pns32 vvb, cst np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6332 now that any man is saved, is through the ability of a mans will, that one man will be saved, another will not; now that any man is saved, is through the ability of a men will, that one man will be saved, Another will not; av cst d n1 vbz vvn, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst pi n1 vmb vbi vvn, j-jn vmb xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6333 this man will beleeve in Christ, another will not; this man will believe in christ, Another will not; d n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1, j-jn vmb xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6334 This we peremptorily deny too, for this is to blaspheme the Lord Jesus Christ to say so; This we peremptorily deny too, for this is to Blaspheme the Lord jesus christ to say so; d pns12 av-j vvb av, p-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 np1 pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6335 for 'tis true, Christ hath wrought a possibility for others, they might have been saved, but would not; for it's true, christ hath wrought a possibility for Others, they might have been saved, but would not; p-acp pn31|vbz j, np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, pns32 vmd vhi vbn vvn, cc-acp vmd xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6336 the rebellion of their hearts damned them, their unbelief sent them to hell; the rebellion of their hearts damned them, their unbelief sent them to hell; dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vvn pno32, po32 n1 vvd pno32 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6337 but yet he first brought an actuality of Salvation for some, for he had his name for this; but yet he First brought an actuality of Salvation for Some, for he had his name for this; cc-acp av pns31 ord vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vhd po31 n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6338 Mat. 1. 21. Thou shalt call his name Jesus, for he shall save his people from their sinnes; Mathew 1. 21. Thou shalt call his name jesus, for he shall save his people from their Sins; np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6339 nay, the Father and he did indent one with another, that he dying upon the crosse should see his seed, Esay 53. 10. nay, the Father and he did indent one with Another, that he dying upon the cross should see his seed, Isaiah 53. 10. uh, dt n1 cc pns31 vdd vvi pi p-acp n-jn, cst pns31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, np1 crd crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 527 Page 46
6340 Thirdly, they say that Christ might have died and none have been saved, which is an horrible impiety for a man once to speak, Thirdly, they say that christ might have died and none have been saved, which is an horrible impiety for a man once to speak, ord, pns32 vvb cst np1 vmd vhi vvn cc pix vhb vbn vvn, r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 528 Page 46
6341 whereas certainly Christs death could never have been frustrated; whereas Certainly Christ death could never have been frustrated; cs av-j npg1 n1 vmd av-x vhi vbn vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 528 Page 46
6342 if Christ did die for his people, •• will save them, the gates of hell shall not prevaile against them, he will gather up all that do belong to his election. if christ did die for his people, •• will save them, the gates of hell shall not prevail against them, he will gather up all that do belong to his election. cs np1 vdd vvi p-acp po31 n1, •• vmb vvi pno32, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp d cst vdb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 528 Page 46
6343 Lastly, the adversaries say, that as there is a generality in the offer, so there is an universality in the grace; Lastly, the Adversaries say, that as there is a generality in the offer, so there is an universality in the grace; ord, dt n2 vvb, cst c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6344 now this we deny too, that there is an universal grace, God gives more mercy to his own people then to others, to 〈 … 〉ven, (saith Christ, &c.) Mat. 13. 10, 11. so to you it is given, saith the 〈 … 〉e, not only to beleeve in him, now this we deny too, that there is an universal grace, God gives more mercy to his own people then to Others, to 〈 … 〉ven, (Says christ, etc.) Mathew 13. 10, 11. so to you it is given, Says the 〈 … 〉e, not only to believe in him, av d pns12 vvb av, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1, np1 vvz dc n1 p-acp po31 d n1 av p-acp n2-jn, pc-acp 〈 … vvp, (vvz np1, av) np1 crd crd, crd av p-acp pn22 pn31 vbz vvn, vvz dt 〈 … vbb, xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6345 but to die for him, Phil. 1. 29. so that God gives more grace to his people then to others, he gives onely common 〈 ◊ 〉 to the wicked; but to die for him, Philip 1. 29. so that God gives more grace to his people then to Others, he gives only Common 〈 ◊ 〉 to the wicked; cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd av cst np1 vvz dc n1 p-acp po31 n1 av p-acp n2-jn, pns31 vvz av-j j 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6346 'tis true, God is not wanting to the wicked, God will ever be aforehand with them, it's true, God is not wanting to the wicked, God will ever be aforehand with them, pn31|vbz j, np1 vbz xx vvg p-acp dt j, np1 vmb av vbi av p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6347 and they shall have more then they make use •t, now wicked men the Lord leaves them without excuse, and they shall have more then they make use •t, now wicked men the Lord leaves them without excuse, cc pns32 vmb vhi dc cs pns32 vvb n1 av, av j n2 dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6348 for they stick •ot at an impossibility, but at a will, they will not come in that they might •e 〈 ◊ 〉, they will not do that which God hath put into the power of their hands to do; for they stick •ot At an impossibility, but At a will, they will not come in that they might •e 〈 ◊ 〉, they will not do that which God hath put into the power of their hands to do; c-acp pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi 〈 sy 〉, pns32 vmb xx vdi d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6349 God gives them knowledge, and they will not practise it; God shew• them their sinnes, and they will not leave their sins; God gives them knowledge, and they will not practise it; God shew• them their Sins, and they will not leave their Sins; np1 vvz pno32 n1, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31; np1 n1 pno32 po32 n2, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6350 may be God makes the•• leave their sinnes, and then they return to them againe; may be God makes the•• leave their Sins, and then they return to them again; vmb vbi n1 vvz n1 vvi po32 n2, cc av pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6351 it may be God makes them that they never return to their sins again, but then they take up onely a kinde of forme, it may be God makes them that they never return to their Sins again, but then they take up only a kind of Form, pn31 vmb vbi n1 vvz pno32 cst pns32 av-x vvb p-acp po32 n2 av, cc-acp cs pns32 vvb a-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6352 and there they stick and go no further, thus they ••ck at the will, they will not have the Gospel upon Christs termes. and there they stick and go no further, thus they ••ck At the will, they will not have the Gospel upon Christ terms. cc a-acp pns32 vvb cc vvb av-dx av-jc, av pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb xx vhi dt n1 p-acp npg1 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 529 Page 46
6353 The first use of the point is this, it is a great comfort and encourage••nt to the faith of all Gods people; The First use of the point is this, it is a great Comfort and encourage••nt to the faith of all God's people; dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6354 what an excellent and sure word is th•s, when they shall finde that they have such an excellent warrant to lay hold upon Christ, what an excellent and sure word is th•s, when they shall find that they have such an excellent warrant to lay hold upon christ, r-crq dt j cc j n1 vbz j, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi cst pns32 vhb d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6355 when he is so publickly tendred in the Scripture; when he is so publicly tendered in the Scripture; c-crq pns31 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6356 there is a common salvation in Jesus Christ, Jude 3. Christ hath made it to be common for any man that will have it upon the tearms thereof, it is as common as Adam was, As in Adam all died, there is a Common salvation in jesus christ, U^de 3. christ hath made it to be Common for any man that will have it upon the terms thereof, it is as Common as Adam was, As in Adam all died, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 np1, np1 crd np1 vhz vvn pn31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1 cst vmb vhi pn31 p-acp dt n2 av, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp np1 vbds, a-acp p-acp np1 av-d vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6357 so in Christ shall all be made alive, 1 Cor. 15. 22. not as though all men simply shall be made alive, so in christ shall all be made alive, 1 Cor. 15. 22. not as though all men simply shall be made alive, av p-acp np1 vmb d vbi vvn j, vvn np1 crd crd xx c-acp cs d n2 av-j vmb vbi vvn j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6358 for all men possibly are not alive, as all men possibly are not dead in Adam, for there might be millions of men after the world is ended, for all men possibly Are not alive, as all men possibly Are not dead in Adam, for there might be millions of men After the world is ended, c-acp d n2 av-j vbr xx j, c-acp d n2 av-j vbr xx j p-acp np1, p-acp a-acp vmd vbi crd pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6359 but only those that are in the loynes of Adam; all men that came out of the loyns of Adam shall die, but only those that Are in the loins of Adam; all men that Come out of the loins of Adam shall die, cc-acp av-j d cst vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; d n2 cst vvd av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6360 so all they that ever are in the loyns of Christ (as all they are) that will have him, they shall be made alive; so all they that ever Are in the loins of christ (as all they Are) that will have him, they shall be made alive; av d pns32 cst av vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 (c-acp d pns32 vbr) cst vmb vhi pno31, pns32 vmb vbi vvn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6361 it is as general as Adam, as many as were in the loyns of Adam, and lived and died so, shall die; it is as general as Adam, as many as were in the loins of Adam, and lived and died so, shall die; pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp np1, p-acp d c-acp vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvd cc vvd av, vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6362 so all that are in the loyns of Christ, and have a will to come to Christ, shall be saved, so all that Are in the loins of christ, and have a will to come to christ, shall be saved, av d cst vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6363 for it is the will that carrieth all the soul; for it is the will that Carrieth all the soul; c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz d dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6364 when a man will do or suffer any thing for Christ, whatsoever sin Christ will have him leave, he will leave it, whatsoever duty Christ will have him take up, he will assume it, he will break through all hindrances, when a man will do or suffer any thing for christ, whatsoever since christ will have him leave, he will leave it, whatsoever duty christ will have him take up, he will assume it, he will break through all hindrances, c-crq dt n1 vmb vdi cc vvi d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq n1 np1 vmb vhi pno31 vvi, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, r-crq n1 np1 vmb vhi pno31 vvi a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6365 and use all means, he will have it; and use all means, he will have it; cc vvi d n2, pns31 vmb vhi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6366 the righteousnesse of Christ is for every one that will have it, I will have it saith the soul, therefore it belongs to me; the righteousness of christ is for every one that will have it, I will have it Says the soul, Therefore it belongs to me; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d pi cst vmb vhi pn31, pns11 vmb vhi pn31 vvz dt n1, av pn31 vvz p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6367 the Gospel of salvation is tendred to every one that hath a minde to it; the Gospel of salvation is tendered to every one that hath a mind to it; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp d pi cst vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6368 I have a mind to it upon the Gospels tearms, and therefore it belongs to me. I have a mind to it upon the Gospels terms, and Therefore it belongs to me. pns11 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n2, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 530 Page 46
6369 The second use is of confutation, to confute those that desire faith by the full assurance of the pardon of a mans sins, The second use is of confutation, to confute those that desire faith by the full assurance of the pardon of a men Sins, dt ord n1 vbz pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d cst vvb n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6370 and the salvation of his soul; this is a dangerous doctrine, and condemns the half of the generation of God; and the salvation of his soul; this is a dangerous Doctrine, and condemns the half of the generation of God; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; d vbz dt j n1, cc vvz dt n-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6371 nay, all of them at one time or other, you see how the Gospel calls a man to believe, concerning justification and salvation, it calls to beleeve in the record of his Son, that he is the Lamb of God, that takes away the sins of the world, that he is eternal life; nay, all of them At one time or other, you see how the Gospel calls a man to believe, Concerning justification and salvation, it calls to believe in the record of his Son, that he is the Lamb of God, that Takes away the Sins of the world, that he is Eternal life; uh-x, d pp-f pno32 p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn, pn22 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvg n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vbz j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6372 that he is the way, the truth, and the light, that he is the hope of glory; that he is the Way, the truth, and the Light, that he is the hope of glory; cst pns31 vbz dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6373 that he is the way of coming to God the Father; that he is the Way of coming to God the Father; cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1 dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6374 now when a man hath this saith in a lively manner, and this pulls a man out of the world, & draws him to Christ; now when a man hath this Says in a lively manner, and this pulls a man out of the world, & draws him to christ; av c-crq dt n1 vhz d vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc d vvz dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6375 this is the true faith, this is the faith of the Gospel; this is the true faith, this is the faith of the Gospel; d vbz dt j n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6376 faith is not defined by assurance in Scripture but by beleeving in Christ, John 3. 18. by trusting upon Christ, Ephes. 1. 12. by resting upon God, 2 Chr. 14. 11. by relying upon God, 2 Chr. 19. 8. by adhering and cleaving to God in Christ, Acts 11. 23. this is true faith, faith is not defined by assurance in Scripture but by believing in christ, John 3. 18. by trusting upon christ, Ephesians 1. 12. by resting upon God, 2 Christ 14. 11. by relying upon God, 2 Christ 19. 8. by adhering and cleaving to God in christ, Acts 11. 23. this is true faith, n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd p-acp vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd p-acp vvg p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp vvg p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp np1 p-acp np1, n2 crd crd d vbz j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6377 when a man relies upon God, when he believes this same blessed record, and throws himself and casts himself upon it, and will obey God; when a man relies upon God, when he believes this same blessed record, and throws himself and Cast himself upon it, and will obey God; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvz d d j-vvn n1, cc vvz px31 cc vvz px31 p-acp pn31, cc vmb vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6378 I may say to you all that have this faith, as the Prophet Esay saith to such as you are, Who is there among you that feareth the Lord, I may say to you all that have this faith, as the Prophet Isaiah Says to such as you Are, Who is there among you that fears the Lord, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 d cst vhb d n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp d c-acp pn22 vbr, r-crq vbz a-acp p-acp pn22 cst vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6379 and obeyeth the voice of his servants, though he sit in darknesse, and seeth no light, and Obeyeth the voice of his Servants, though he fit in darkness, and sees no Light, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cs pns31 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvz dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6380 yet let him rest upon the Lord, and stay himself upon the God of his salvation? Esay 50. 10. as who should say, yet let him rest upon the Lord, and stay himself upon the God of his salvation? Isaiah 50. 10. as who should say, av vvb pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6381 though you be in the dark, and have no light, no assurance, no sense and feeling, no inkling of Gods mercy; though you be in the dark, and have no Light, no assurance, no sense and feeling, no inkling of God's mercy; cs pn22 vbb p-acp dt j, cc vhb dx n1, dx n1, dx n1 cc n1, dx n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6382 though you be in darkness and know not where you are, yet if you have a heart to fear God, though you be in darkness and know not where you Are, yet if you have a heart to Fear God, cs pn22 vbb p-acp n1 cc vvb xx c-crq pn22 vbr, av cs pn22 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6383 and obey the voice of his servants, and hearken to the tender of the Gospel, trust in the Lord your God, relie upon him for all want of sense and feeling, and obey the voice of his Servants, and harken to the tender of the Gospel, trust in the Lord your God, rely upon him for all want of sense and feeling, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 po22 n1, vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6384 for all darknesse, for all want of light in you, for all want of comfort, for all darkness, for all want of Light in you, for all want of Comfort, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22, c-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6385 and stay your souls that way, yet trust in the name of the Lord, relie upon him for all his mercies, and stay your Souls that Way, yet trust in the name of the Lord, rely upon him for all his Mercies, cc vvb po22 n2 cst n1, av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6386 though you be at this passe. though you be At this pass. cs pn22 vbb p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 531 Page 47
6387 Object. But the soul will say, I am afraid I have nothing, I have no interest in Christ, but what of that? Object. But the soul will say, I am afraid I have nothing, I have no Interest in christ, but what of that? n1. p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vbm j pns11 vhb pix, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp q-crq pp-f d? (7) treatise (DIV2) 532 Page 47
6388 Answ. If thou be never so much afraid, mark what David saith, Psalme 56. 3. What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee; Answer If thou be never so much afraid, mark what David Says, Psalm 56. 3. What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee; np1 cs pns21 vbb av-x av av-d j, vvb r-crq np1 vvz, n1 crd crd q-crq n1 pns11 vbm j, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 533 Page 47
6389 as who should say, though I be in the middest of fears and doubts, and terrors of conscience, what time this fear comes upon me, I will cast my self upon thee; as who should say, though I be in the midst of fears and doubts, and terrors of conscience, what time this Fear comes upon me, I will cast my self upon thee; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pns11 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq n1 d n1 vvz p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 533 Page 47
6390 so that this is that which the soul is to do that beleeves the tender of the Gospel, so that this is that which the soul is to do that believes the tender of the Gospel, av cst d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vdi cst vvz dt j pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 533 Page 47
6391 and this draws him, and works upon him, it is not a dead faith, but an operative faith, it pulls him, and draws him to Christ; and this draws him, and works upon him, it is not a dead faith, but an operative faith, it pulls him, and draws him to christ; cc d vvz pno31, cc vvz p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, cc-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 533 Page 47
6392 he must have Christ, and he must have righteousnesse; is there such a faith? then relie upon God; he must have christ, and he must have righteousness; is there such a faith? then rely upon God; pns31 vmb vhi np1, cc pns31 vmb vhi n1; vbz pc-acp d dt n1? av vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 533 Page 47
6393 though thy fears come upon thee, yet urge thy self to trust in God. though thy fears come upon thee, yet urge thy self to trust in God. cs po21 n2 vvb p-acp pno21, av vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 533 Page 47
6394 Obj. And againe it may be objected, I have hardly any hope that ever I shal have the pardon of my sins, that ever God will hear my prayers, Object And again it may be objected, I have hardly any hope that ever I shall have the pardon of my Sins, that ever God will hear my Prayers, np1 cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pns11 vhb av d n1 cst av pns11 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f po11 n2, cst av np1 vmb vvi po11 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 534 Page 47
6395 and accept my duties and performances. What of that? if thou hast this faith? and accept my duties and performances. What of that? if thou hast this faith? cc vvb po11 n2 cc n2. q-crq pp-f d? cs pns21 vh2 d n1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 534 Page 47
6396 Answ. Mark how it was with Abrahams faith, when God told him he should have a sonne, Answer Mark how it was with Abrahams faith, when God told him he should have a son, np1 vvb c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp npg1 n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31 pns31 vmd vhi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 535 Page 47
6397 though it were above hope, besides hope, against hope, yet he believes in hope; though it were above hope, beside hope, against hope, yet he believes in hope; cs pn31 vbdr p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, av pns31 vvz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 535 Page 47
6398 so though thou hast hardly any hope, yet above hope, believe under hope, and though thou art put besides all hope, so though thou hast hardly any hope, yet above hope, believe under hope, and though thou art put beside all hope, av cs pns21 vh2 av d n1, av p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1, cc cs pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 535 Page 47
6399 and art even ready to be at the brink of despaire; yet through thy self upon God, if I perish, I perish; and art even ready to be At the brink of despair; yet through thy self upon God, if I perish, I perish; cc vb2r av j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; av p-acp po21 n1 p-acp np1, cs pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 535 Page 47
6400 go on in the ways of God, and seek after the ways of Jesus Christ, go on in the ways of God, and seek After the ways of jesus christ, vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 535 Page 47
6401 and rest upon him from day to day, and strive to draw neerer to him, to have communion with him, and rest upon him from day to day, and strive to draw nearer to him, to have communion with him, cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi av-jc p-acp pno31, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 535 Page 47
6402 and though thou beest put besides hope, yet believe under hope. and though thou Best put beside hope, yet believe under hope. cc cs pns21 vb2s vvn p-acp n1, av vvb p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 535 Page 47
6403 Obj. Again, it may be objected again, if I have any faith, it is such a weak faith, that I can hardly perceive it is any at al, God will never receive me surely? Object Again, it may be objected again, if I have any faith, it is such a weak faith, that I can hardly perceive it is any At all, God will never receive me surely? np1 av, pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, cs pns11 vhb d n1, pn31 vbz d dt j n1, cst pns11 vmb av vvi pn31 vbz d p-acp d, np1 vmb av-x vvi pno11 av-j? (7) treatise (DIV2) 536 Page 47
6404 Answ. I answer, it is not the strength of faith that justifies, but it is faith that justifies; Answer I answer, it is not the strength of faith that Justifies, but it is faith that Justifies; np1 pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz, cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 47
6405 the plaister may heal the wound, though the hand be weak that lays it on; the plaster may heal the wound, though the hand be weak that lays it on; dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cs dt n1 vbb j cst vvz pn31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 47
6406 faith is the hand that lays hold on Christ, and Christ is the plaister that is applied to the soul; faith is the hand that lays hold on christ, and christ is the plaster that is applied to the soul; n1 vbz dt n1 cst vvz vvb p-acp np1, cc np1 vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6407 now though the hand be never so weak, yet it will do the deed as well as a stronger; now though the hand be never so weak, yet it will do the deed as well as a Stronger; av cs dt n1 vbb av-x av j, av pn31 vmb vdi dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt jc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6408 so it was with the Father of the child that came to Christ, he could hardly see he had any faith; so it was with the Father of the child that Come to christ, he could hardly see he had any faith; av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvd p-acp np1, pns31 vmd av vvi pns31 vhd d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6409 he could not simply deny he had faith, but Lord, saith he, I believe, help my unbelief; he could not simply deny he had faith, but Lord, Says he, I believe, help my unbelief; pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi pns31 vhd n1, cc-acp n1, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb, vvb po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6410 he cried and spake with tears; he cried and spoke with tears; pns31 vvd cc vvd p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6411 he saw such a deal of unbelief, that the tears trickled down her cheeks, Matthew 9. 24. yet notwithing, that faith got mercy from Christ: he saw such a deal of unbelief, that the tears trickled down her cheeks, Matthew 9. 24. yet notwithing, that faith god mercy from christ: pns31 vvd d dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n2 vvd a-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd av vvg, cst n1 vvd n1 p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6412 Mark what Christ saith, Mat. 18. 10. Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; Mark what christ Says, Mathew 18. 10. Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones; vvb r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb n1 cst pn22 vvb xx pi pp-f d j pi2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6413 if Christ will not have his little ones despised of men, then certainly he will not despise them himselfe. if christ will not have his little ones despised of men, then Certainly he will not despise them himself. cs np1 vmb xx vhi po31 j pi2 vvn pp-f n2, av av-j pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32 px31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 537 Page 48
6414 Object. But you will say weak faith will save indeed, but I question whether I have any faith or no, Object. But you will say weak faith will save indeed, but I question whither I have any faith or no, n1. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi j n1 vmb vvi av, cc-acp pns11 vvb cs pns11 vhb d n1 cc uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 538 Page 48
6415 therefore how can I lay hold, and embrace this same mercy then? Therefore how can I lay hold, and embrace this same mercy then? av q-crq vmb pns11 vvi vvi, cc vvi d d n1 av? (7) treatise (DIV2) 538 Page 48
6416 Answ. I answer, though thou beest put to this at any time, do as the servants of God have done, (for it may be the case of the very servants of God, Answer I answer, though thou Best put to this At any time, do as the Servants of God have done, (for it may be the case of the very Servants of God, np1 pns11 vvb, cs pns21 vb2s vvn p-acp d p-acp d n1, vdb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vdn, (c-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 539 Page 48
6417 yea of the best of Gods servants;) now you may see what they do in such a case, yea of the best of God's Servants;) now you may see what they do in such a case, uh pp-f dt js pp-f ng1 n2;) av pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pns32 vdb p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 539 Page 48
6418 how they run to God, and pray to him, Psalme 61. 2. When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher then I. The Prophet Davids heart sometimes was overwhelmed, how they run to God, and pray to him, Psalm 61. 2. When my heart is overwhelmed, led me to the rock that is higher then I. The Prophet Davids heart sometime was overwhelmed, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, n1 crd crd c-crq po11 n1 vbz vvn, vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz jc cs np1 dt n1 npg1 n1 av vbds vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 539 Page 48
6419 but he now went to the rock Christ, when I am in this case (saith he) lead me to the rock, shew me Christ, guide me to him, set me upon him. but he now went to the rock christ, when I am in this case (Says he) led me to the rock, show me christ, guide me to him, Set me upon him. cc-acp pns31 av vvd p-acp dt n1 np1, c-crq pns11 vbm p-acp d n1 (vvz pns31) vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno11 np1, vvb pno11 p-acp pno31, vvb pno11 p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 539 Page 48
6420 Object. But then it may be objected, I cannot pray; if I could pray, it were something, but I can hardly pray; Object. But then it may be objected, I cannot pray; if I could pray, it were something, but I can hardly pray; n1. p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pns11 vmbx vvi; cs pns11 vmd vvi, pn31 vbdr pi, cc-acp pns11 vmb av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6421 I go to pray, and when I am down upon my knees, I can say nothing; I go to pray, and when I am down upon my knees, I can say nothing; pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc c-crq pns11 vbm a-acp p-acp po11 n2, pns11 vmb vvi pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6422 this may be the case of Gods choisest servants, Romans 8. 26. Paul puts himself into the number, We know not what to pray as we ought; this may be the case of God's Choicest Servants, Romans 8. 26. Paul puts himself into the number, We know not what to pray as we ought; d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f npg1 js n2, np1 crd crd np1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi c-acp pns12 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6423 we know not what to speak as we should; we know not what to speak as we should; pns12 vvb xx r-crq pc-acp vvi c-acp pns12 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6424 but yet God hath appointed his Spirit to help us in such a case, though Hezekiah, Esay 38. 14. could not speak a word, but yet God hath appointed his Spirit to help us in such a case, though Hezekiah, Isaiah 38. 14. could not speak a word, cc-acp av np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d dt n1, cs np1, np1 crd crd vmd xx vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6425 but chatter like a Crane or Swallow, and mourne as a dove; yet he had experience that God heard him at that time. but chatter like a Crane or Swallow, and mourn as a dove; yet he had experience that God herd him At that time. cc-acp vvb av-j dt n1 cc n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; av pns31 vhd n1 cst np1 vvd pno31 p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6426 So Psalme 77. 4. The Prophet there confesseth he was in this case, that he could not pray, I am so distressed saith he, that I cannot speak; he meanes, to God; So Psalm 77. 4. The Prophet there Confesses he was in this case, that he could not pray, I am so distressed Says he, that I cannot speak; he means, to God; np1 n1 crd crd dt n1 a-acp vvz pns31 vbds p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi, pns11 vbm av j-vvn vvz pns31, cst pns11 vmbx vvi; pns31 vvz, p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6427 and it seemes he found by experience, that he could not pray, nor tell how to poure out a request to God, he was was even stopped and stifled in his prayer, and it seems he found by experience, that he could not pray, nor tell how to pour out a request to God, he was was even stopped and stifled in his prayer, cc pn31 vvz pns31 vvd p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi, ccx vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi av dt n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vbds vbds av vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6428 yet in the first verse he could speak it that God heard him for all this: yet in the First verse he could speak it that God herd him for all this: av p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vmd vvi pn31 cst np1 vvd pno31 p-acp d d: (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6429 Well then, here you see is the ground of the faith of any poore soul, Well then, Here you see is the ground of the faith of any poor soul, av av, av pn22 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6430 though he have not any assurance, yet if he hath this faith to relie and rest upon God; though he have not any assurance, yet if he hath this faith to rely and rest upon God; cs pns31 vhb xx d n1, av cs pns31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6431 if the Gospel calls him, and he comes at this gracious tender; if he casts himself upon this, and this draws him to Christ; if the Gospel calls him, and he comes At this gracious tender; if he Cast himself upon this, and this draws him to christ; cs dt n1 vvz pno31, cc pns31 vvz p-acp d j j; cs pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d, cc d vvz pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6432 and if he love God, and labour to please him, and obey him, and throw away all whatsoever displeaseth him; and if he love God, and labour to please him, and obey him, and throw away all whatsoever displeaseth him; cc cs pns31 vvb np1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31, cc vvb av d r-crq vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6433 if this makes him heavenly minded, and long after the knowledge of God, and the revelation of it, this deads his heart to worldly things, and makes him spiritual; if this makes him heavenly minded, and long After the knowledge of God, and the Revelation of it, this deads his heart to worldly things, and makes him spiritual; cs d vvz pno31 j vvn, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, d n2-j po31 n1 p-acp j n2, cc vvz pno31 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6434 if it be thus, this is true and saving faith, and not dead faith. This is encouragement to those that are without. if it be thus, this is true and Saving faith, and not dead faith. This is encouragement to those that Are without. cs pn31 vbb av, d vbz j cc j-vvg n1, cc xx j n1. d vbz n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 540 Page 48
6435 How many are there among you, that are yet in your sinnes, and were never yet brought home to Christ? Consider what an excellent invitation here for you; How many Are there among you, that Are yet in your Sins, and were never yet brought home to christ? Consider what an excellent invitation Here for you; c-crq d vbr a-acp p-acp pn22, cst vbr av p-acp po22 n2, cc vbdr av av vvd av-an p-acp np1? np1 r-crq dt j n1 av p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 48
6436 the Gospel is sent to every Creature under Heaven, as you may see, Col. 1. 23. You may have Christ if you have a will; the Gospel is sent to every Creature under Heaven, as you may see, Col. 1. 23. You may have christ if you have a will; dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vhi np1 cs pn22 vhb dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 48
6437 you may have righteousnesse, if you have a will to it; you may have redemption, if you have a wil to it; you may have righteousness, if you have a will to it; you may have redemption, if you have a will to it; pn22 vmb vhi n1, cs pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31; pn22 vmb vhi n1, cs pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 48
6438 you may be delivered from sin and Satan, if you have a will to it; you may have the favour of God, if you have a will to it; you may be Delivered from since and Satan, if you have a will to it; you may have the favour of God, if you have a will to it; pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc np1, cs pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31; pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pn22 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 48
6439 you may have Christ, if you will have all Christ; you may have christ, if you will have all christ; pn22 vmb vhi np1, cs pn22 vmb vhi d np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 48
6440 he will come to you, and will receive you, as you may see an excellent place for this, 1 Cor. 6. 11. The Apostle there saith, that drunkards and adulterers, and covetous persons shall never inherit the Kingdome of God; he will come to you, and will receive you, as you may see an excellent place for this, 1 Cor. 6. 11. The Apostle there Says, that drunkards and Adulterers, and covetous Persons shall never inherit the Kingdom of God; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cc vmb vvi pn22, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 a-acp vvz, cst n2 cc n2, cc j n2 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6441 such were some of you, but you are justified in the Name of Christ; such were Some of you, but you Are justified in the Name of christ; d vbdr d pp-f pn22, cc-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6442 as who should say, there is no limitation in the Gospel of God, as none in the tender of it, as who should say, there is no limitation in the Gospel of God, as none in the tender of it, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pix p-acp dt j pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6443 so none in the execution of it; so none in the execution of it; av pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6444 for all you were drunkards, and prophane, and covetous, yet you have found mercy with God by entertaining of this; for all you were drunkards, and profane, and covetous, yet you have found mercy with God by entertaining of this; p-acp d pn22 vbdr n2, cc j, cc j, av pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg pp-f d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6445 this methinks should envite people, and draw people to come to Christ: this methinks should envite people, and draw people to come to christ: d vvz vmd vvi n1, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6446 whosoever hath a minde not to perish, not to go in a hard heart, not to be worldly, whosoever hath a mind not to perish, not to go in a hard heart, not to be worldly, r-crq vhz dt n1 xx pc-acp vvi, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, xx pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6447 and without God in the world; and without God in the world; cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6448 here Christ doth envite them all to come, Matthew 22. 9. Go into the high-wayes (saith Christ) and whomsoever you finde, bid them to the Marriage; Here christ does envite them all to come, Matthew 22. 9. Go into the highways (Says christ) and whomsoever you find, bid them to the Marriage; av np1 vdz vvi pno32 d pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd vvb p-acp dt n2 (vvz np1) cc ro-crq pn22 vvb, vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6449 God knows who we may finde here at Church to day; God knows who we may find Here At Church to day; np1 vvz r-crq pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6450 may be some of you are drunkards, some enemies to God, some hardned in your lusts, some relapsed and fallen back into your carnal courses after profession of Religion; some mockers and despisers; God knows whom we finde; may be Some of you Are drunkards, Some enemies to God, Some hardened in your Lustiest, Some relapsed and fallen back into your carnal courses After profession of Religion; Some mockers and despisers; God knows whom we find; vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 vbr n2, d n2 p-acp np1, d vvn p-acp po22 n2, d vvn cc vvn av p-acp po22 j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; d n2 cc n2; np1 vvz r-crq pns12 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6451 we are bid to go into the high-wayes, and bid all we finde; therefore in the Name of Christ let me speak to you; we Are bid to go into the highways, and bid all we find; Therefore in the Name of christ let me speak to you; pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc vvb d pns12 vvb; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6452 come to Christ, will you let your sinnes damne you, rather then receive Christ to save you? think of this, come to christ, will you let your Sins damn you, rather then receive christ to save you? think of this, vvb p-acp np1, vmb pn22 vvb po22 n2 vvi pn22, av-c cs vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pn22? vvb pp-f d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6453 and if you will but follow Christ in all his Ordinances, He hath shewed thee O man what the Lord requires of thee, that thou shouldest be humbled, and if you will but follow christ in all his Ordinances, He hath showed thee Oh man what the Lord requires of thee, that thou Shouldst be humbled, cc cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d po31 n2, pns31 vhz vvn pno21 uh n1 q-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pno21, cst pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6454 and see what a wretched creature thou art; and see what a wretched creature thou art; cc vvb r-crq dt j n1 pns21 vb2r; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6455 that thou shouldest see what is amisse in thy soule, and use all courses to reforme thy selfe, he hath shewed thee how he would have thee pray; that thou Shouldst see what is amiss in thy soul, and use all courses to reform thy self, he hath showed thee how he would have thee pray; cst pns21 vmd2 vvi q-crq vbz av p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno21 c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pno21 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6456 what company he would have thee keep; what company he would have thee keep; r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vhi pno21 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6457 what kinde of carriage he would have thee use, he hath shewed thee, O man, what he hath required; what kind of carriage he would have thee use, he hath showed thee, Oh man, what he hath required; r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmd vhi pno21 vvi, pns31 vhz vvn pno21, uh n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6458 hast thou a heart now to come to Christ? he can help thee to all this, hast thou a heart now to come to christ? he can help thee to all this, vvb pns21 dt n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6459 and though thou hast not power to do all this, yet if thou hast but a heart to do it, to walk aright, and though thou hast not power to do all this, yet if thou hast but a heart to do it, to walk aright, cc cs pns21 vh2 xx n1 pc-acp vdi d d, av cs pns21 vh2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, pc-acp vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6460 and live aright, and spend thy dayes well in this world: and live aright, and spend thy days well in this world: cc vvi av, cc vvb po21 n2 av p-acp d n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6461 Though thou canst do none of all these things, if though hast but an heart to do them, Though thou Canst do none of all these things, if though haste but an heart to do them, cs pns21 vm2 vdi pix pp-f d d n2, cs cs n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6462 and dost beleeve that eternal life is in Christ, and this draws thee to Christ; and dost believe that Eternal life is in christ, and this draws thee to christ; cc vd2 vvi cst j n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc d vvz pno21 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6463 if thou doest but beleeve that in him is acceptance with God, and he can bring thee to God for pardon and peace, and hope and glory; if thou dost but believe that in him is acceptance with God, and he can bring thee to God for pardon and peace, and hope and glory; cs pns21 vd2 p-acp vvi cst p-acp pno31 vbz n1 p-acp np1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvb cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6464 if thou doest beleeve this, and the faith of this doth draw thee to come unto God; if thou dost believe this, and the faith of this does draw thee to come unto God; cs pns21 vd2 vvi d, cc dt n1 pp-f d vdz vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6465 I tell thee all thy sinnes shall not damne thee, never a one of thy sinnes shall rise up in judgement against thee; whatsoever thy conscience; I tell thee all thy Sins shall not damn thee, never a one of thy Sins shall rise up in judgement against thee; whatsoever thy conscience; pns11 vvb pno21 d po21 n2 vmb xx vvi pno21, av-x dt crd pp-f po21 n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno21; r-crq po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6466 whatsoever the devil hath against thee; whatsoever feares, terrours, discouragements are upon thee, they shall never withhold thee from eternal life; whatsoever the Devil hath against thee; whatsoever fears, terrors, discouragements Are upon thee, they shall never withhold thee from Eternal life; r-crq dt n1 vhz p-acp pno21; r-crq vvz, n2, n2 vbr p-acp pno21, pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno21 p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6467 do but come to Christ and lay hold upon him, and here he offers himself unto thee; do but come to christ and lay hold upon him, and Here he offers himself unto thee; vdb p-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc vvb vvi p-acp pno31, cc av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6468 thou art not excepted or excluded, unlesse thou exclude thy selfe; If thou beleeve not, thou shalt be damned; thou art not excepted or excluded, unless thou exclude thy self; If thou believe not, thou shalt be damned; pns21 vb2r xx vvn cc vvn, cs pns21 vvi po21 n1; cs pns21 vvb xx, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6469 but whosoever beleeves, shall not perish, but have everlasting life. Ʋse 4. In the last place, this is for use to those that are obstinate, but whosoever believes, shall not perish, but have everlasting life. Ʋse 4. In the last place, this is for use to those that Are obstinate, cc-acp r-crq vvz, vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1. j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d vbz p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vbr j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 541 Page 49
6470 namely, to be as hell fire, and the flames of Tophet, in their soules and consciences: namely, to be as hell fire, and the flames of Tophet, in their Souls and Consciences: av, pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp po32 n2 cc n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 49
6471 You have heard the tender of Christ, that salvation is in Christ and none other: What a miserable taking are you then in, that will not have him; You have herd the tender of christ, that salvation is in christ and none other: What a miserable taking Are you then in, that will not have him; pn22 vhb vvn dt j pp-f np1, cst n1 vbz p-acp np1 cc pi j-jn: r-crq dt j n-vvg vbr pn22 av p-acp, cst vmb xx vhi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 49
6472 if we should carry the Gospel up and down into any place, would not every one make it welcome? If we should carry it into Innes and Taverns, if we should carry the Gospel up and down into any place, would not every one make it welcome? If we should carry it into Inns and Taverns, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 a-acp cc a-acp p-acp d n1, vmd xx d pi vvb pn31 vvi? cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp np1 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 49
6473 and amongst the basest wretches in the Countrey, would they not say, we will have Christ? a man would think so, and among the Basest wretches in the Country, would they not say, we will have christ? a man would think so, cc p-acp dt js n2 p-acp dt n1, vmd pns32 xx vvi, pns12 vmb vhi np1? dt n1 vmd vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 49
6474 as God saith, Matthew 21. 37. Certainly they will reverence my Sonne, not as if God were deceived in his expectation, as God Says, Matthew 21. 37. Certainly they will Reverence my Son, not as if God were deceived in his expectation, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd av-j pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1, xx c-acp cs np1 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 49
6475 but he speaks of the probability of the thing, in all reason one would think, but he speaks of the probability of the thing, in all reason one would think, cc-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n1 pi vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 49
6476 if they may have eternal life, and Gods good will and pleasure toward them, that they may have acquittance from all damnation, that they may be happy for ever; if they may have Eternal life, and God's good will and pleasure towards them, that they may have acquittance from all damnation, that they may be happy for ever; cs pns32 vmb vhi j n1, cc n2 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6477 certainly they will receive my Sonne gladly, they will take him and receive him in all reason, one would think it were so; Certainly they will receive my Son gladly, they will take him and receive him in all reason, one would think it were so; av-j pns32 vmb vvi po11 n1 av-j, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, pi vmd vvi pn31 vbdr av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6478 but we see it is otherwise, they will not take up Christ and abandon their own courses, they will be vaine, they will be company keepers, they will be worldly, but we see it is otherwise, they will not take up christ and abandon their own courses, they will be vain, they will be company keepers, they will be worldly, cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vbz av, pns32 vmb xx vvi a-acp np1 cc vvi po32 d n2, pns32 vmb vbi j, pns32 vmb vbi n1 n2, pns32 vmb vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6479 and will neglect the best things; and will neglect the best things; cc vmb vvi dt js n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6480 they will have their pleasures, and they will have their fopperies and fooleries, they will not have Christ; they will have their pleasures, and they will have their fopperies and fooleries, they will not have christ; pns32 vmb vhi po32 n2, cc pns32 vmb vhi po32 n1 cc n2, pns32 vmb xx vhi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6481 there be many things in Christ, that every man would have, the very devils in hell would have it, there be many things in christ, that every man would have, the very Devils in hell would have it, pc-acp vbi d n2 p-acp np1, cst d n1 vmd vhi, dt j n2 p-acp n1 vmd vhi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6482 namely, to be redeemed from hell; namely, to be redeemed from hell; av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6483 to have some peace in their consciences, but the Regiment of Christ, the dominion of Christ to have all Christ, this they will not; to have Some peace in their Consciences, but the Regiment of christ, the dominion of christ to have all christ, this they will not; pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vhi d np1, d pns32 vmb xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6484 this therefore is no comfort to stubborne sinners, but hell and damnation is the portion of all that refuse him, Ezechiel 34. 16. See what the Lord there saith, I will destroy the fat and the strong, and feed them with judgement; this Therefore is no Comfort to stubborn Sinners, but hell and damnation is the portion of all that refuse him, Ezechiel 34. 16. See what the Lord there Says, I will destroy the fat and the strong, and feed them with judgement; d av vbz dx n1 p-acp j n2, cc-acp n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb pno31, np1 crd crd n1 q-crq dt n1 a-acp vvz, pns11 vmb vvi dt j cc dt j, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6485 you that have fat hearts, and strong; you that have fat hearts, and strong; pn22 cst vhb j n2, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6486 your hearts are strong, and your consciences are strong, and all our Sermons are not able to make you shake; your hearts Are strong, and your Consciences Are strong, and all our Sermons Are not able to make you shake; po22 n2 vbr j, cc po22 n2 vbr j, cc d po12 n2 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6487 those that are fat and strong, saith the Lord, I will feed them with judgements, none of the mercies and comforts of the Gospel belong to such. those that Are fat and strong, Says the Lord, I will feed them with Judgments, none of the Mercies and comforts of the Gospel belong to such. d cst vbr j cc j, vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2, pix pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 542 Page 50
6488 And assure your selves, if you care not for Christ, Christ cares as little for you; And assure your selves, if you care not for christ, christ Cares as little for you; cc vvb po22 n2, cs pn22 vvb xx p-acp np1, np1 vvz p-acp j c-acp pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 50
6489 as the Prophet speaks, Esay 49. 5. Though Israel be 〈 ◊ 〉 gathered, I shall have glory in his eyes; as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 49. 5. Though Israel be 〈 ◊ 〉 gathered, I shall have glory in his eyes; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cs np1 vbb 〈 sy 〉 vvn, pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 50
6490 so though you be not called and brought home, though you be not saved, I shall have glory, saith Christ, I shall be known to all eternity to be a Saviour, to be a Prince, to be the glory of the world; so though you be not called and brought home, though you be not saved, I shall have glory, Says christ, I shall be known to all eternity to be a Saviour, to be a Prince, to be the glory of the world; av cs pn22 vbb xx vvn cc vvn av-an, cs pn22 vbb xx vvn, pns11 vmb vhi n1, vvz np1, pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 50
6491 I shall be glorious in heaven and in earth, and in hell to all the world, to all eternity; Though Israel be not gathered; I shall be glorious in heaven and in earth, and in hell to all the world, to all eternity; Though Israel be not gathered; pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n1; cs np1 vbb xx vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 50
6492 if you be obstinate and will have your sinnes, take them and perish with them, I shall never •e your absence in heaven, if you be obstinate and will have your Sins, take them and perish with them, I shall never •e your absence in heaven, cs pn22 vbb j cc vmb vhi po22 n2, vvb pno32 cc vvi p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb av-x vbi po22 n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 50
6493 therefore Christ is at a point; if you will have him, here he is; if you will not, assure your selves you shall die in your sinnes; Therefore christ is At a point; if you will have him, Here he is; if you will not, assure your selves you shall die in your Sins; av np1 vbz p-acp dt n1; cs pn22 vmb vhi pno31, av pns31 vbz; cs pn22 vmb xx, vvb po22 n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 50
6494 except you beleeve in him you shall die in your sins. except you believe in him you shall die in your Sins. c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp pno31 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 50
6495 COL. 1. 23. If ye continue in the faith grounded and setled, and be not moved away from the hope of the Gospel, which ye have heard, COL. 1. 23. If you continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the Gospel, which you have herd, np1. crd crd cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvn, cc vbb xx vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 51
6496 and which was preached to every creature under heaven, whereof I Paul am made a Minister. and which was preached to every creature under heaven, whereof I Paul am made a Minister. cc r-crq vbds vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, c-crq pns11 np1 vbm vvd dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 543 Page 51
6497 WE have spoken of a Christians call, by the general indifferent propounding of the Gospel to every creature without exception; WE have spoken of a Christians call, by the general indifferent propounding of the Gospel to every creature without exception; pns12 vhb vvn pp-f dt njpg2 n1, p-acp dt j j vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6498 now the effectualnesse of this call lieth here, that the Lord doth put in a little hope into the soul; now the effectualness of this call lies Here, that the Lord does put in a little hope into the soul; av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz av, cst dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6499 though the man be one of Gods chosen, he doth not presently give him faith, but doth open a little door of hope to the soul. though the man be one of God's chosen, he does not presently give him faith, but does open a little door of hope to the soul. cs dt n1 vbb crd pp-f n2 vvn, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pno31 n1, cc-acp vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6500 First, the Lord brings his Law to a man, and layeth him dead in Law, utterly undone, past all hope of recovery in himself; First, the Lord brings his Law to a man, and Layeth him dead in Law, utterly undone, passed all hope of recovery in himself; ord, dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 j p-acp n1, av-j vvn, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6501 he is a lost creature, a miserable wretched creature, having no hold to stay upon, but a fearful looking for of vengeance; he seeth nothing but wrath; he is a lost creature, a miserable wretched creature, having no hold to stay upon, but a fearful looking for of vengeance; he sees nothing but wrath; pns31 vbz dt j-vvn n1, dt j j n1, vhg dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc-acp dt j vvg p-acp pp-f n1; pns31 vvz pix cc-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6502 now when God hath a minde to call a man home at the hearing of the Gospel of peace, the Lord lets in a little hope into the soul, whereby he doth draw the soul to seek out unto him, now when God hath a mind to call a man home At the hearing of the Gospel of peace, the Lord lets in a little hope into the soul, whereby he does draw the soul to seek out unto him, av c-crq np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-an p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vdz vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6503 and makes it look out with hope of salvation; and makes it look out with hope of salvation; cc vvz pn31 vvi av p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6504 the soul seeth now that there is mercy in Christ, and grace in Christ, and eternal life in Christ; the soul sees now that there is mercy in christ, and grace in christ, and Eternal life in christ; dt n1 vvz av cst pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp np1, cc j n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6505 and he seeth this is generally and freely tendred to all that will have it; and out of these two branches of general faith spirings this hope: and he sees this is generally and freely tendered to all that will have it; and out of these two branches of general faith spirings this hope: cc pns31 vvz d vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp d cst vmb vhi pn31; cc av pp-f d crd n2 pp-f j n1 n2-vvg d n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6506 now thinks the soul, I may have it as well as another, the dole is free, the mercy is free, now thinks the soul, I may have it as well as Another, the dole is free, the mercy is free, av vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vhi pn31 c-acp av c-acp j-jn, dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6507 and why may not I be saved? why may not I finde mercy and forgiveness, and why may not I be saved? why may not I find mercy and forgiveness, cc q-crq vmb xx pns11 vbi vvn? q-crq vmb xx pns11 vvi n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6508 and be ingraffed into the Lord Jesus Christ? before this the soul was groaping for hope, and be Ingrafted into the Lord jesus christ? before this the soul was groping for hope, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1? p-acp d dt n1 vbds vvg p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6509 if it could have told where to have had it ▪ as Acts 2. 37. they were there groaping where to have it, Men and brethren, say they, what shall we do? they do not say there is nothing to be done, there is no hope, if it could have told where to have had it ▪ as Acts 2. 37. they were there groping where to have it, Men and brothers, say they, what shall we do? they do not say there is nothing to be done, there is no hope, cs pn31 vmd vhi vvn c-crq pc-acp vhi vhn pn31 ▪ c-acp n2 crd crd pns32 vbdr a-acp vvg c-crq pc-acp vhi pn31, n2 cc n2, vvb pns32, r-crq vmb pns12 vdi? pns32 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vbi vdn, pc-acp vbz dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6510 but what shall we do? as who should say, there is something to be done, some course to be taken, you that are Ministers of God, is there no way whereby we may be pardoned? whereby we may be saved? whereby we may have a new heart, but what shall we do? as who should say, there is something to be done, Some course to be taken, you that Are Ministers of God, is there no Way whereby we may be pardoned? whereby we may be saved? whereby we may have a new heart, cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vdi? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pc-acp vbz pi p-acp vbi vdn, d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp dx n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn? c-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn? c-crq pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6511 and the favour of God, and be delivered from the wrath to come? but when the Gospel comes they see now a possibility, and the favour of God, and be Delivered from the wrath to come? but when the Gospel comes they see now a possibility, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi? cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pns32 vvb av dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6512 and this breeds this hope, so that this is the next point. and this breeds this hope, so that this is the next point. cc d vvz d n1, av cst d vbz dt ord n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 544 Page 51
6513 That when God doth effectually call a soul by his Gospel, at the hearing of this gracious tender of eternal life and grace in Jesus Christ, the Lord doth let in a possibility of mercy, That when God does effectually call a soul by his Gospel, At the hearing of this gracious tender of Eternal life and grace in jesus christ, the Lord does let in a possibility of mercy, cst c-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d j n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1, dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 51
6514 and every grace into the soule, and this doth help the soul with hope, and this doth make the soul to trace God in all his wayes, and every grace into the soul, and this does help the soul with hope, and this does make the soul to trace God in all his ways, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc d vdz vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 51
6515 and he hath some encouragement that God will be found of him, and that he may attaine salvation; this the first thing; and he hath Some encouragement that God will be found of him, and that he may attain salvation; this the First thing; cc pns31 vhz d n1 cst np1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pno31, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi n1; d dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 51
6516 the Lord p•ts in hope attaining of it; the Lord p•ts in hope attaining of it; dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 vvg pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 51
6517 the Lord deales with his people in this kinde, as he dealt with his people in delivering them out of Babylon, Zech. 9. 12. they were prisoners in Babylon; now when God would deliver them out of Babylon, he did first put in hope into their souls, he made them prisoners of hope; the Lord deals with his people in this kind, as he dealt with his people in delivering them out of Babylon, Zechariah 9. 12. they were Prisoners in Babylon; now when God would deliver them out of Babylon, he did First put in hope into their Souls, he made them Prisoners of hope; dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg pno32 av pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp np1; av c-crq np1 vmd vvi pno32 av pp-f np1, pns31 vdd ord vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vvd pno32 n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6518 there was first a pouring of hope into their souls, and then he opened the prison doors: there was First a pouring of hope into their Souls, and then he opened the prison doors: pc-acp vbds ord dt vvg pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av pns31 vvd dt n1 n2: (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6519 So the Lord makes his people prisoners of hope, that though they be in the captivity of sinne and Satan, So the Lord makes his people Prisoners of hope, that though they be in the captivity of sin and Satan, av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 n2 pp-f n1, cst cs pns32 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6520 yet they are prisoners of hope; yet they Are Prisoners of hope; av pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6521 and the Lord gives some hope, that the prison doores shall be opened ▪ and this we have here in the text; and the Lord gives Some hope, that the prison doors shall be opened ▪ and this we have Here in the text; cc dt n1 vvz d n1, cst dt n1 n2 vmb vbi vvn ▪ cc d pns12 vhb av p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6522 for though the Apostle means here by hope, the things hoped for; for though the Apostle means Here by hope, the things hoped for; c-acp cs dt n1 vvz av p-acp n1, dt n2 vvd p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6523 yet we call it hope, because as soone as ever they dawn in the soul, they breed hope, yet we call it hope, Because as soon as ever they dawn in the soul, they breed hope, av pns12 vvb pn31 n1, c-acp c-acp av c-acp av pns32 a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6524 if they be the servants of God; so that this Gospel breeds hope in a mans bosom. if they be the Servants of God; so that this Gospel breeds hope in a men bosom. cs pns32 vbb dt n2 pp-f np1; av cst d n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6525 Now here be five things I would shew unto you; First, what this hope is. Secondly, how i• agreeth with that hope that follows justifying faith. Now Here be five things I would show unto you; First, what this hope is. Secondly, how i• agreeth with that hope that follows justifying faith. av av vbi crd n2 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22; ord, r-crq d n1 vbz. ord, c-crq n1 vvz p-acp d n1 cst vvz vvg n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6526 Thirdly, how it disagrees with it. Fourthly, the Reasons of the point. And fifthly, the Uses. Thirdly, how it disagrees with it. Fourthly, the Reasons of the point. And fifthly, the Uses. ord, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pn31. ord, dt n2 pp-f dt n1. cc ord, dt n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 545 Page 52
6527 For the first, what this hope is, and it is an hope that ariseth out of the faith of possibility, For the First, what this hope is, and it is an hope that arises out of the faith of possibility, p-acp dt ord, r-crq d n1 vbz, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6528 when the Lord lets in a possibility of faith, and makes the soul believe that his sinnes may be forgiven, when the Lord lets in a possibility of faith, and makes the soul believe that his Sins may be forgiven, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz dt n1 vvb cst po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6529 and he may attaine everlasting life; and he may attain everlasting life; cc pns31 vmb vvi j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6530 and he may come to be a Saint, and one of Gods dear and faithful children; and he may come to be a Saint, and one of God's dear and faithful children; cc pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc crd pp-f npg1 j-jn cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6531 he lets in such a possibility into the heart, and this hope slows out of this faith of possibility; he lets in such a possibility into the heart, and this hope slows out of this faith of possibility; pns31 vvz p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 vvz av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6532 and this faith of possibility is another-gesse thing then people take it for; and this faith of possibility is another-gesse thing then people take it for; cc d n1 pp-f n1 vbz j n1 cs n1 vvb pn31 p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6533 every drunkard will say he beleeves that it is possible to be saved, and to finde mercy with God; every drunkard will say he believes that it is possible to be saved, and to find mercy with God; d n1 vmb vvi pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6534 but you will finde it is a greater matter then so; but you will find it is a greater matter then so; cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbz dt jc n1 cs av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6535 it is spoken as a great commendation of Abraham, that he did beleeve that God was able to raise up his sonne Isaac, Heb. 11. 19. so our Saviour Christ speaking to the blinde man, asks him this question, do you believe that I am able to do this for you? Mat. 9. 23. it was a great matter for him to believe that he was able to do this for him. it is spoken as a great commendation of Abraham, that he did believe that God was able to raise up his son Isaac, Hebrew 11. 19. so our Saviour christ speaking to the blind man, asks him this question, do you believe that I am able to do this for you? Mathew 9. 23. it was a great matter for him to believe that he was able to do this for him. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vdd vvi cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 np1, np1 crd crd av po12 n1 np1 vvg p-acp dt j n1, vvz pno31 d n1, vdb pn22 vvi cst pns11 vbm j pc-acp vdi d c-acp pn22? np1 crd crd pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi d p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6536 Sarah, though an excellent woman for faith otherwise, yet she stuck mightily here, and thought it was impossible for her to have a childe; Sarah, though an excellent woman for faith otherwise, yet she stuck mightily Here, and Thought it was impossible for her to have a child; np1, cs dt j n1 p-acp n1 av, av pns31 vvd av-j av, cc vvd pn31 vbds j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vhi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6537 nay, Moses as faithful a man as he was, he could not believe that all the people could be fed in the wildernesse; nay, Moses as faithful a man as he was, he could not believe that all the people could be fed in the Wilderness; uh-x, np1 p-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbds, pns31 vmd xx vvi cst d dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6538 it is a greater matter then you think for, for every sinful wretch thinks it is an easie matter to believe that Christ died for sinners, it is a greater matter then you think for, for every sinful wretch thinks it is an easy matter to believe that christ died for Sinners, pn31 vbz dt jc n1 cs pn22 vvb p-acp, c-acp d j n1 vvz pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vvd p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6539 and that they may be saved; and that they may be saved; cc cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6540 it is an easie matter for the faith of presumption, but if a mans eyes be opened, it is an easy matter for the faith of presumption, but if a men eyes be opened, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp cs dt ng1 n2 vbb vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6541 and his conscience awakened, and he comes to have a sight of his sins; now Cain will say, his sinnes are greater then can be forgiven; and his conscience awakened, and he comes to have a sighed of his Sins; now Cain will say, his Sins Are greater then can be forgiven; cc po31 n1 vvn, cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; av np1 vmb vvi, po31 n2 vbr jc cs vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6542 and J•das is not able to flie unto Christ to believe a possibility of pardon ▪ but goes and hangs himself, and J•das is not able to fly unto christ to believe a possibility of pardon ▪ but Goes and hangs himself, cc np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ cc-acp vvz cc vvz px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6543 and despairs totally of the businesse; and despairs totally of the business; cc n2 av-j pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6544 this faith of possibility, it comes within the compasse of a definition of faith, it is the evidence of thi•gs not seen, it is far above our nature, this faith of possibility, it comes within the compass of a definition of faith, it is the evidence of thi•gs not seen, it is Far above our nature, d n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp po12 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6545 and flesh & blood cannot reveal it; and Flesh & blood cannot reveal it; cc n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6546 that there is salvation in Christ, and that there is such a thing as a pardon to be had at Gods hands, let a man have his understanding enlightned to see what a wretch he is, that there is salvation in christ, and that there is such a thing as a pardon to be had At God's hands, let a man have his understanding enlightened to see what a wretch he is, cst pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1, cc cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp npg1 n2, vvb dt n1 vhi po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pns31 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6547 and how fearfully he hath provoked Gods wrath against him ▪ and •t is not in his power to beleeve that there is a possibility for him to finde mercy, and how fearfully he hath provoked God's wrath against him ▪ and •t is not in his power to believe that there is a possibility for him to find mercy, cc c-crq av-j pns31 vhz vvn npg1 n1 p-acp pno31 ▪ cc av vbz xx p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6548 or any hope of pardon, it cannot be attained to without the work of God; or any hope of pardon, it cannot be attained to without the work of God; cc d n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6549 a weak shelfe is able to hold, when a man lays but a book upon it, a weak shelf is able to hold, when a man lays but a book upon it, dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6550 but if a man lay a great weight upon a weak shelf, it will break under it; but if a man lay a great weight upon a weak shelf, it will break under it; cc-acp cs dt n1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6551 so it is with the faith of men, when there is no weight laid upon it, the burthen of the Lord is not laid upon them, so it is with the faith of men, when there is no weight laid upon it, the burden of the Lord is not laid upon them, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6552 then they may think it is an easie matter to have salvation and their sinnes pardoned; then they may think it is an easy matter to have salvation and their Sins pardoned; cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vhi n1 cc po32 n2 vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6553 but if this weight should be laid upon them, their faith would burst, unlesse the Lord should be pleased to put in a better faith then this; but if this weight should be laid upon them, their faith would burst, unless the Lord should be pleased to put in a better faith then this; cc-acp cs d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32, po32 n1 vmd vvi, cs dt n1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jc n1 cs d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6554 it is not in a mans power to look beyond the power of justice, for a man to beleeve that there is mercy in God contrary to the sentence of his own Law, it is not in a men power to look beyond the power of Justice, for a man to believe that there is mercy in God contrary to the sentence of his own Law, pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6555 and contrary to the sense and feeling of a mans own soul; and contrary to the sense and feeling of a men own soul; cc j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 52
6556 and therefore when the Lord is pleased effectually to call a man, though he lay a bleeding bleeding before in the sight and sense of his misery, he opens a door of hope to the soul, he lets in a light of possibility, that he may yet come to be quickened, and Therefore when the Lord is pleased effectually to call a man, though he lay a bleeding bleeding before in the sighed and sense of his misery, he Opens a door of hope to the soul, he lets in a Light of possibility, that he may yet come to be quickened, cc av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cs pns31 vvd dt j-vvg vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6557 and be a new creature, and obtaine mercy at the hands of the Lord; and be a new creature, and obtain mercy At the hands of the Lord; cc vbb dt j n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6558 as the Lord dealt with his people, Hos. 2. 14. there saith the text, I will give them the valley of Achor for the door of hope; as the Lord dealt with his people, Hos. 2. 14. there Says the text, I will give them the valley of Achor for the door of hope; c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd a-acp vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6559 so when the Lord doth cast a man into the valley of Achor, of stoning and astonishment, so when the Lord does cast a man into the valley of Achor, of stoning and astonishment, av c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f j-vvg cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6560 then he opens a door of hope that he may look in, and see at a crevis some hope for him to speed; then he Opens a door of hope that he may look in, and see At a crevice Some hope for him to speed; cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 d n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6561 though yet I have an hard heart, yet such a thing may be, if I come to Christ; though yet I have an hard heart, yet such a thing may be, if I come to christ; cs av pns11 vhb dt j n1, av d dt n1 vmb vbi, cs pns11 vvb p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6562 I see God may afford mercy to whom he will, and hath propounded it to every man that will have it, therefore I may have mercy; I see God may afford mercy to whom he will, and hath propounded it to every man that will have it, Therefore I may have mercy; pns11 vvb np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb, cc vhz vvn pn31 p-acp d n1 cst vmb vhi pn31, av pns11 vmb vhi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6563 the Lord begins to stir and move the heart, and now the soul begins to have a door of hope; the Lord begins to stir and move the heart, and now the soul begins to have a door of hope; dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, cc av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6564 you see then what this hope is, it is such a thing as flowes from the faith of possibility, I do not say that it is a justifying faith, you see then what this hope is, it is such a thing as flows from the faith of possibility, I do not say that it is a justifying faith, pn22 vvb av q-crq d n1 vbz, pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi cst pn31 vbz dt vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6565 but it is the forerunner of it, to make way for it. but it is the forerunner of it, to make Way for it. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 546 Page 53
6566 The second thing is, how this hope agrees with that which proceeds from a justifying faith? I answer, it agrees in five things. The second thing is, how this hope agrees with that which proceeds from a justifying faith? I answer, it agrees in five things. dt ord n1 vbz, c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp dt vvg n1? pns11 vvb, pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 547 Page 53
6567 First, both are of God, all the hope a creature hath, if it be a true hope, it is of God, First, both Are of God, all the hope a creature hath, if it be a true hope, it is of God, ord, d vbr pp-f np1, d dt n1 dt n1 vhz, cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, pn31 vbz pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 548 Page 53
6568 therefore the Apostle saith, the God of all hope, &c. Rom. 15. 13. God is the God of all hope; Therefore the Apostle Says, the God of all hope, etc. Rom. 15. 13. God is the God of all hope; av dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f d n1, av np1 crd crd np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 548 Page 53
6569 I do not say that all hope absolutely is of God, for the vaine hope of wicked men is of the Devil, I do not say that all hope absolutely is of God, for the vain hope of wicked men is of the devil, pns11 vdb xx vvi cst d n1 av-j vbz pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2 vbz pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 548 Page 53
6570 and is not of God, but I speak of a true hope and courage that the soul gets to seek God in his wayes, and fear him. and is not of God, but I speak of a true hope and courage that the soul gets to seek God in his ways, and Fear him. cc vbz xx pp-f np1, cc-acp pns11 vvb pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 cst dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 548 Page 53
6571 Secondly, they are both wrought by the Gospel, Rom. 15. 4. All things were written for our learning (saith the Apostle) that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope; Secondly, they Are both wrought by the Gospel, Rom. 15. 4. All things were written for our learning (Says the Apostle) that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope; ord, pns32 vbr av-d vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd av-d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1 (vvz dt n1) d pns12 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vmd vhi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6572 Thus it is with a believer though he hath nothing in present possession, though he be persecuted, Thus it is with a believer though he hath nothing in present possession, though he be persecuted, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cs pns31 vhz pix p-acp j n1, cs pns31 vbb vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6573 and afflicted, and forsaken in the world, though he hath never so many miseries here below; and afflicted, and forsaken in the world, though he hath never so many misery's Here below; cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vhz av av d n2 av a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6574 yet when he looks into the Scriptures, and sees what promises God hath made, he comes to have some hope; yet when he looks into the Scriptures, and sees what promises God hath made, he comes to have Some hope; av c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2, cc vvz r-crq vvz np1 vhz vvn, pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6575 it is thus with a man that is not yet a believer, but is in the way to be a believer, the Lord works with him this way, it is thus with a man that is not yet a believer, but is in the Way to be a believer, the Lord works with him this Way, pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1 cst vbz xx av dt n1, cc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6576 though he see himself a miserable and wretched sinner, and undone man, cast off, and there is no hope in himself; though he see himself a miserable and wretched sinner, and undone man, cast off, and there is no hope in himself; cs pns31 vvb px31 dt j cc j n1, cc vvn n1, vvd a-acp, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6577 yet when he looks into the Scriptures, and sees what a gracious tender of mercy there is to any man that will have mercy, it is not the wretchednesse of a mans heart that casts him off, yet when he looks into the Scriptures, and sees what a gracious tender of mercy there is to any man that will have mercy, it is not the wretchedness of a men heart that Cast him off, av c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2, cc vvz r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbz p-acp d n1 cst vmb vhi n1, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cst vvz pno31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6578 but the not coming to Christ, and receiving of him that damnes him; for the fountaine of mercy is open for every one that will receive Christ; thus the Scripture gives hope. but the not coming to christ, and receiving of him that damnes him; for the fountain of mercy is open for every one that will receive christ; thus the Scripture gives hope. cc-acp dt xx vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg pp-f pno31 cst vvz pno31; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp d pi cst vmb vvi np1; av dt n1 vvz n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 549 Page 53
6579 Thirdly, both set a man on work; Thirdly, both Set a man on work; ord, d vvd dt n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6580 as suppose a man hath an hope that proceeds from justifying faith, as he believes in Christ, as suppose a man hath an hope that proceeds from justifying faith, as he believes in christ, c-acp vvb dt n1 vhz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp vvg n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6581 so this sets him a work, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope purifies himself as Christ is pure; so this sets him a work, 1 John 3. 3. He that hath this hope Purifies himself as christ is pure; av d vvz pno31 dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vhz d n1 vvz px31 p-acp np1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6582 it makes him labour to be humble and meek, and to be made partaker of the Spirit of Grace; it makes him labour to be humble and meek, and to be made partaker of the Spirit of Grace; pn31 vvz pno31 n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j, cc pc-acp vbi vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6583 it makes him labour after the things that are above, and to be sitted and disposed to every good work, it makes him labour After the things that Are above, and to be sitted and disposed to every good work, pn31 vvz pno31 n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr a-acp, cc pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6584 and to purge himself, and cleanse his conscience more and more; and to purge himself, and cleanse his conscience more and more; cc pc-acp vvi px31, cc vvi po31 n1 av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6585 and so a man that hath not this justifying faith, but hath only this branch of effectual calling begun in him; and so a man that hath not this justifying faith, but hath only this branch of effectual calling begun in him; cc av dt n1 cst vhz xx d vvg n1, cc-acp vhz av-j d n1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6586 he that hath this hope I now speak of, it sets him a work to seek after Christ, he that hath this hope I now speak of, it sets him a work to seek After christ, pns31 cst vhz d n1 pns11 av vvi pp-f, pn31 vvz pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6587 and to labour hard for the enjoying of him, and to seek him in all his Ordinances in his manner, and to labour hard for the enjoying of him, and to seek him in all his Ordinances in his manner, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6588 though he cannot pray and performe duties as others do, yet he will do it in that manner he is able. though he cannot pray and perform duties as Others do, yet he will do it in that manner he is able. cs pns31 vmbx vvi cc vvi n2 c-acp n2-jn vdb, av pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 550 Page 53
6589 Fourthly, both are the anchor of the soul; Fourthly, both Are the anchor of the soul; ord, d vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 53
6590 as it is with a believer, though he be a godly believer, and hath interest in Christ; as it is with a believer, though he be a godly believer, and hath Interest in christ; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbb dt j n1, cc vhz n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 53
6591 yet what with temptations from hell, and his own heart, he will be tossed to and fro were it not for this hope which is as an anchor to the soul; yet what with temptations from hell, and his own heart, he will be tossed to and from were it not for this hope which is as an anchor to the soul; av q-crq p-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc po31 d n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp cc av vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 53
6592 so it is with a man that is not come thus far, but is only under the same first branch, so it is with a man that is not come thus Far, but is only under the same First branch, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn av av-j, cc-acp vbz av-j p-acp dt d ord n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 53
6593 though his tossings be fierce, and his temptations be violent and his case be doubtful and full of hazard; though his tossings be fierce, and his temptations be violent and his case be doubtful and full of hazard; cs po31 n2-vvg vbb j, cc po31 n2 vbb j cc po31 n1 vbb j cc j pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 53
6594 yet notwithstanding when this hope comes into the soul, it doth marvelously stay the heart though it see nothing but hell, yet notwithstanding when this hope comes into the soul, it does marvelously stay the heart though it see nothing but hell, av a-acp c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vdz av-j vvi dt n1 cs pn31 vvb pix cc-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 53
6595 and damnation, and misery, and his conscience is not purged, and his life renewed, and his soul sanctified and wrought upon in Jesus Christ; and damnation, and misery, and his conscience is not purged, and his life renewed, and his soul sanctified and wrought upon in jesus christ; cc n1, cc n1, cc po31 n1 vbz xx vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 54
6596 though he sees there is no way but hell and damnation, yet when this hope comes into the soul, though he sees there is no Way but hell and damnation, yet when this hope comes into the soul, cs pns31 vvz a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, av c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 54
6597 though he can see neither starlight, nor Moon-light, nor nothing, it doth stay him much, and prop him up much, and doth encourage him to go on without dismay. though he can see neither starlight, nor Moonlight, nor nothing, it does stay him much, and prop him up much, and does encourage him to go on without dismay. cs pns31 vmb vvi dx n1, ccx n1, ccx pix, pn31 vdz vvi pno31 av-d, cc vvi pno31 a-acp av-d, cc vdz vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 551 Page 54
6598 Neither of these two hopes shall make a man ashamed, if a man hath this true hope, he shall never be ashamed, Rom. 5. 4. Hope maketh not ashamed; Neither of these two hope's shall make a man ashamed, if a man hath this true hope, he shall never be ashamed, Rom. 5. 4. Hope makes not ashamed; d pp-f d crd n2 vmb vvi dt n1 j, cs dt n1 vhz d j n1, pns31 vmb av-x vbi j, np1 crd crd n1 vvz xx j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 552 Page 54
6599 so it is with a man that is truly wrought upon, the Lord never deceives him; so it is with a man that is truly wrought upon, the Lord never deceives him; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-j vvn p-acp, dt n1 av-x vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 552 Page 54
6600 there is a working of grace for grace, before grace it self comes into the soul, which carries a man beyond a reprobate, there is a working of grace for grace, before grace it self comes into the soul, which carries a man beyond a Reprobate, pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pn31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 552 Page 54
6601 and this hope the soul hath, will never let him be in this case, that he shall need to be ashamed. and this hope the soul hath, will never let him be in this case, that he shall need to be ashamed. cc d vvb dt n1 vhz, vmb av-x vvi pno31 vbi p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 552 Page 54
6602 The third thing is this, how this hope differs from that hope which proceeds from justifying faith, The third thing is this, how this hope differs from that hope which proceeds from justifying faith, dt ord n1 vbz d, c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 553 Page 54
6603 and they differ in two things. and they differ in two things. cc pns32 vvb p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 553 Page 54
6604 The first is, that this hope I now speak of, it ariseth out of the seeds of grace, the other out of grace it self; The First is, that this hope I now speak of, it arises out of the seeds of grace, the other out of grace it self; dt ord vbz, cst d n1 pns11 av vvi pp-f, pn31 vvz av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n-jn av pp-f n1 pn31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 554 Page 54
6605 there are the seeds of grace which are something of grace in the soul, before grace it self comes; there Are the seeds of grace which Are something of grace in the soul, before grace it self comes; pc-acp vbr dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vbr pi pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pn31 n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 554 Page 54
6606 and though we have not any place of Scripture to shew this, yet there are abundance of places that aime at, and include this. and though we have not any place of Scripture to show this, yet there Are abundance of places that aim At, and include this. cc cs pns12 vhb xx d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d, av a-acp vbr n1 pp-f n2 cst vvb p-acp, cc vvi d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 554 Page 54
6607 As it may be referred to the woeings of Christ, Hos. 2. 14. when the excellency and necessity of Christ woes the soul and the possibility of having Christ, these things allure a man; As it may be referred to the woeings of christ, Hos. 2. 14. when the excellency and necessity of christ woes the soul and the possibility of having christ, these things allure a man; p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2-vdg pp-f np1, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 n2 dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f vhg np1, d n2 vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 554 Page 54
6608 here is this work, when the soul begins to be a neuter, before the soul believes, Here is this work, when the soul begins to be a neuter, before the soul believes, av vbz d n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 554 Page 54
6609 yet there is a kinde of bending of faith, as the man in the Gospel, when Christ asked him, if he believed in the Son of God; yet there is a kind of bending of faith, as the man in the Gospel, when christ asked him, if he believed in the Son of God; av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vvd pno31, cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 554 Page 54
6610 he saith, Lord what is he that I may believe? as who should say, I am ready to believe if I could, I am ready to resigne my self to believe, do but shew me how I may believe? he Says, Lord what is he that I may believe? as who should say, I am ready to believe if I could, I am ready to resign my self to believe, do but show me how I may believe? pns31 vvz, n1 r-crq vbz pns31 cst pns11 vmb vvi? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi cs pns11 vmd, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, vdb p-acp vvi pno11 c-crq pns11 vmb vvi? (7) treatise (DIV2) 554 Page 54
6611 Secondly, this may be referred to the forming of Christ in the heart, Gal. 4. 19. before the babe is organized, there is seed, Secondly, this may be referred to the forming of christ in the heart, Gal. 4. 19. before the babe is organized, there is seed, ord, d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, pc-acp vbz n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6612 so there is a seed of God in the soul, and he that hath this seed cannot sin, so there is a seed of God in the soul, and he that hath this seed cannot sin, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 cst vhz d n1 vmbx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6613 because he is borne of God; as there is a seed of generation, so of regeneration; Because he is born of God; as there is a seed of generation, so of regeneration; c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1; c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6614 as the prodigal before he came home to his Father, he saith with himself, I will go home to my Father, as the prodigal before he Come home to his Father, he Says with himself, I will go home to my Father, c-acp dt j-jn c-acp pns31 vvd av-an p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp px31, pns11 vmb vvi av-an p-acp po11 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6615 and say, Father I have sinned against Heaven, and before thee, &c. Luke 15. 16. What made him do this? they are nothing else but the effects of the seeds of grace; and say, Father I have sinned against Heaven, and before thee, etc. Lycia 15. 16. What made him do this? they Are nothing Else but the effects of the seeds of grace; cc vvi, n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp pno21, av av crd crd q-crq vvd pno31 vdi d? pns32 vbr pix av cc-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6616 So the Jaylor, Acts 16. 13. that cried out, Sirs, what shall I do to be saved? what were these but the expressions of the seeds of grace that were in him? the next newes we heare, he did believe; So the Jailor, Acts 16. 13. that cried out, Sirs, what shall I do to be saved? what were these but the expressions of the seeds of grace that were in him? the next news we hear, he did believe; av dt n1, n2 crd crd cst vvd av, n2, r-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vbi vvn? r-crq vbdr d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 cst vbdr p-acp pno31? dt ord n1 pns12 vvb, pns31 vdd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6617 now the Lord sowes seeds of grace in the soul, and these break forth into hope, now the Lord sows seeds of grace in the soul, and these break forth into hope, av dt n1 ng1 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d vvb av p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6618 and desires, and wa••ings for grace, these are the seeds of grace, and from thence comes this hope, and Desires, and wa••ings for grace, these Are the seeds of grace, and from thence comes this hope, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp n1, d vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp av vvz d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6619 but the other hope comes from grace it self, it is true, that these seeds of grace are grace in themselves, they are the work of grace for grace, but the other hope comes from grace it self, it is true, that these seeds of grace Are grace in themselves, they Are the work of grace for grace, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n1 pn31 n1, pn31 vbz j, cst d n2 pp-f n1 vbr n1 p-acp px32, pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6620 but they are not grace fully and compleatly wrought in the soul. but they Are not grace Fully and completely wrought in the soul. cc-acp pns32 vbr xx n1 av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 555 Page 54
6621 They come from several apprehensions, the hope we now speak of apprehends nothing but a possibility of pardon, that he may be pardoned, They come from several apprehensions, the hope we now speak of apprehends nothing but a possibility of pardon, that he may be pardoned, pns32 vvb p-acp j n2, dt n1 pns12 av vvb pp-f vvz pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6622 and have power over his sins, he may attaine to be a new creature, and to be one of the redeemed of the Lord; and have power over his Sins, he may attain to be a new creature, and to be one of the redeemed of the Lord; cc vhb n1 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc pc-acp vbi crd pp-f dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6623 and this is that which sends him after God, and makes him trace him up and down, till the Lord doth it for him, and this is that which sends him After God, and makes him trace him up and down, till the Lord does it for him, cc d vbz d r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp np1, cc vvz pno31 vvi pno31 a-acp cc a-acp, c-acp dt n1 vdz pn31 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6624 but the other apprehends that he hath it already, or else rests upon God for it, but the other apprehends that he hath it already, or Else rests upon God for it, cc-acp dt n-jn vvz d pns31 vhz pn31 av, cc av vvz p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6625 and hopes undoubtedly for the accomplishment of it; and hope's undoubtedly for the accomplishment of it; cc n2 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6626 this hope I now speak of was in the King of Niniveh, Who knows but the Lord may repent, this hope I now speak of was in the King of Nineveh, Who knows but the Lord may Repent, d n1 pns11 av vvb a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6627 and turne from his fierce anger that we perish not? I cannot tell, but there is hope it may be, and turn from his fierce anger that we perish not? I cannot tell, but there is hope it may be, cc vvi p-acp po31 j n1 cst pns12 vvb xx? pns11 vmbx vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vbz n1 pn31 vmb vbi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6628 and who knows but God will do it? And this hope made him humble himself, and who knows but God will do it? And this hope made him humble himself, cc r-crq vvz p-acp np1 vmb vdi pn31? cc d n1 vvd pno31 vvi px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6629 and seek to God, and there was a publike kinde of reformation outwardly. So it is here, the Lord lets in some hope; and seek to God, and there was a public kind of Reformation outwardly. So it is Here, the Lord lets in Some hope; cc vvi p-acp np1, cc a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-j. av pn31 vbz av, dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 54
6630 who knows but the Lord will yet shew mercy? and it is not only an imaginary hope, such a hope as vanisheth and leaves a man in the lurch, who knows but the Lord will yet show mercy? and it is not only an imaginary hope, such a hope as Vanishes and leaves a man in the lurch, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 vmb av vvi n1? cc pn31 vbz xx av-j dt j n1, d dt n1 c-acp vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 55
6631 but this hope doth stir up a mans soul, and provoke a man to look out to God for that mercy, whereof he sees a possibility of attaining. but this hope does stir up a men soul, and provoke a man to look out to God for that mercy, whereof he sees a possibility of attaining. cc-acp d n1 vdz vvi a-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 556 Page 55
6632 I come now to the reasons of the point, why the Lord doth work this hope in the soul, and the first is this; I come now to the Reasons of the point, why the Lord does work this hope in the soul, and the First is this; pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, q-crq dt n1 vdz vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt ord vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6633 Lest a man should lie all along in despaire, when the Lord shews a man his sins and his misery in regard thereof, Lest a man should lie all along in despair, when the Lord shows a man his Sins and his misery in regard thereof, cs dt n1 vmd vvi d a-acp p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 po31 n2 cc po31 n1 p-acp n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6634 if the Lord should not put in this hope, a man would altogether despaire; if the Lord should not put in this hope, a man would altogether despair; cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1, dt n1 vmd av vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6635 it is impossible a man should be able to stand, as Solomon saith, A wounded spirit who can beare? So, it is impossible a man should be able to stand, as Solomon Says, A wounded Spirit who can bear? So, pn31 vbz j dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, c-acp np1 vvz, dt j-vvn n1 r-crq vmb vvi? av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6636 when the Lord chargeth a mans sins and iniquities upon his conscience, and aggravates all his sinfulnesse, a man would sink under this burthen, when the Lord charges a men Sins and iniquities upon his conscience, and aggravates all his sinfulness, a man would sink under this burden, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt ng1 n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz d po31 n1, dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6637 and never be able to hold up his head, were it not for this hope, as we use to say; and never be able to hold up his head, were it not for this hope, as we use to say; cc av-x vbb j pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6638 were it not for hope, the heart would break; were it not for hope, the heart would break; vbdr pn31 xx p-acp n1, dt n1 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6639 so this is the reason why God puts in this hope, he doth it to stay the soul, that it may not sink under the hand of God. so this is the reason why God puts in this hope, he does it to stay the soul, that it may not sink under the hand of God. av d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1, pns31 vdz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6640 I will revive the heart of the contrite ones, I will not contend with them for ever, Isa. 57. 16, 17. Lest their spirits faile before me; I will revive the heart of the contrite ones, I will not contend with them for ever, Isaiah 57. 16, 17. Lest their spirits fail before me; pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j pi2, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av, np1 crd crd, crd cs po32 n2 vvb p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6641 as who should say, if I should let my wrath into their souls, and should not put in this hope and reviving into their hearts, their very spirits would faile before me, as who should say, if I should let my wrath into their Souls, and should not put in this hope and reviving into their hearts, their very spirits would fail before me, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1 cc vvg p-acp po32 n2, po32 j n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6642 and sink under me, they would be at their wits end, and be utterly overwhelmed; therefore God puts in this that he may help their soules; and sink under me, they would be At their wits end, and be utterly overwhelmed; Therefore God puts in this that he may help their Souls; cc vvi p-acp pno11, pns32 vmd vbi p-acp po32 n2 vvi, cc vbi av-j vvn; av np1 vvz p-acp d cst pns31 vmb vvi po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6643 if God should shew a man his sins as they are in his ire, and shew him all the corruption of his nature, if God should show a man his Sins as they Are in his ire, and show him all the corruption of his nature, cs np1 vmd vvi dt n1 po31 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno31 d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6644 and his filthinesse from the womb, till now, and reckon with him for this in his soul, and his filthiness from the womb, till now, and reckon with him for this in his soul, cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp av, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6645 and conscience, and let him see what a cursed creature he is, his spirit would faile before Almighty God, and conscience, and let him see what a cursed creature he is, his Spirit would fail before Almighty God, cc n1, cc vvb pno31 vvi r-crq dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vbz, po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp j-jn np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6646 and the stoutest creature under Heaven were not able to stand under it, but would rather take an ha•tar and hang himself then undergo it; and the Stoutest creature under Heaven were not able to stand under it, but would rather take an ha•tar and hang himself then undergo it; cc dt js n1 p-acp n1 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp vmd av-c vvi dt n1 cc vvi px31 av vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6647 now, when the Lord deales with a man, he puts in this supporting hope to stay him up, otherwise the soul were not able to hold. now, when the Lord deals with a man, he puts in this supporting hope to stay him up, otherwise the soul were not able to hold. av, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d vvg n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, av dt n1 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 557 Page 55
6648 Secondly, if the Lord should not put in this hope it would utterly disable a man from looking after Heaven; Secondly, if the Lord should not put in this hope it would utterly disable a man from looking After Heaven; ord, cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp d vvb pn31 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6649 when a man conceives no hope, this breaks the neck of all his endeavours, a man will not toile for nothing, when a man conceives no hope, this breaks the neck of all his endeavours, a man will not toil for nothing, c-crq dt n1 vvz dx n1, d vvz dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, dt n1 vmb xx n1 p-acp pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6650 and lay out his strength and all that is in him, when he conceives he hath no hope at all; and lay out his strength and all that is in him, when he conceives he hath no hope At all; cc vvd av po31 n1 cc d cst vbz p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6651 He that plowes, plowes in hope, &c. 1 Cor. 9. 10. therefore when a man can hardly see any hope, this doth ever vale a man, it makes a man rather despaire; He that plows, plows in hope, etc. 1 Cor. 9. 10. Therefore when a man can hardly see any hope, this does ever vale a man, it makes a man rather despair; pns31 cst n2, n2 p-acp n1, av vvn np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 vmb av vvi d n1, d vdz av n1 dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 av-c vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6652 it makes a man do as commonly people do when they see they must go to hell, they fill their souls with pleasures and delights, there is little hope for them to come into the strict way, that they will ever be able to beare it, that they may have mercy like those wretches, Jer. 2. 25. There is no hope, &c. there is no hope, ••ve have loved our ow• lusts, it makes a man do as commonly people do when they see they must go to hell, they fill their Souls with pleasures and delights, there is little hope for them to come into the strict Way, that they will ever be able to bear it, that they may have mercy like those wretches, Jer. 2. 25. There is no hope, etc. there is no hope, ••ve have loved our ow• Lustiest, pn31 vvz dt n1 vdi c-acp av-j n1 vdb c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb av vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 av-j d n2, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx n1, av pc-acp vbz dx n1, vvb vhb vvn po12 n1 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6653 and after them we will go; and After them we will go; cc p-acp pno32 pns12 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6654 When people have not hope to get through, this makes them desperate, they care not what they do, When people have not hope to get through, this makes them desperate, they care not what they do, c-crq n1 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, d vvz pno32 j, pns32 vvb xx r-crq pns32 vdb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6655 and they grow carelesse and negligent, many a man hath said so, I was of the minde once to be precise, and they grow careless and negligent, many a man hath said so, I was of the mind once to be precise, cc pns32 vvb j cc j, d dt n1 vhz vvn av, pns11 vbds pp-f dt n1 a-acp pc-acp vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6656 but the further I pried into it, the worse I was; and these Preachers will make a man mad; but the further I pried into it, the Worse I was; and these Preachers will make a man mad; cc-acp dt av-jc pns11 vvd p-acp pn31, dt av-jc pns11 vbds; cc d n2 vmb vvi dt n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6657 when people finde humiliation so hard a thing, they think they are not able to wade through and so leave it, when people find humiliation so hard a thing, they think they Are not able to wade through and so leave it, c-crq n1 vvb n1 av j dt n1, pns32 vvb pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp cc av vvb pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6658 when they have no hope to go on, they grow remiss, and loose, and carelesse in this kinde, it makes a man desperate when this hope is gone; when they have no hope to go on, they grow remiss, and lose, and careless in this kind, it makes a man desperate when this hope is gone; c-crq pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, pns32 vvb j, cc j, cc j p-acp d n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 j c-crq d n1 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6659 therefore when the Lord hath a minde to do good to a man and encourage him to go on in the wayes of holinesse, he puts some hope into the soul; Therefore when the Lord hath a mind to do good to a man and encourage him to go on in the ways of holiness, he puts Some hope into the soul; av c-crq dt n1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6660 and when a man sees some hope, then he will pray and fast, and humble himself, the Lord lets in this hope, and when a man sees Some hope, then he will pray and fast, and humble himself, the Lord lets in this hope, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi cc av-j, cc vvi px31, dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6661 and so prepares a man for himself. and so prepares a man for himself. cc av vvz dt n1 p-acp px31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 558 Page 55
6662 Thirdly, because he will not do all at once, but work upon a man by degrees, the Lord could put faith into the soul at first, Thirdly, Because he will not do all At once, but work upon a man by Degrees, the Lord could put faith into the soul At First, ord, c-acp pns31 vmb xx vdi d p-acp a-acp, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp ord, (7) treatise (DIV2) 559 Page 55
6663 but the Lord will first make a man a probationer of faith, the Lord will first have the seed sowen, but the Lord will First make a man a probationer of faith, the Lord will First have the seed sown, cc-acp dt n1 vmb ord vvi dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vmb ord vhi dt n1 vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 559 Page 55
6664 and then quicken in the ground, and then have a blade, and then an eare, and then harvest. and then quicken in the ground, and then have a blade, and then an ear, and then harvest. cc av vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av vhb dt n1, cc av dt n1, cc av n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 559 Page 55
6665 Again, the Lord will so do it, that he may be sought to for every mercy; Again, the Lord will so do it, that he may be sought to for every mercy; av, dt n1 vmb av vdi pn31, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6666 and therefore first the Lord gives a man natural parts, that he may come to Church and hear the Word, and Therefore First the Lord gives a man natural parts, that he may come to Church and hear the Word, cc av ord dt n1 vvz dt n1 j n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6667 and then the Lord knocks him down that he may be abased; and then he shatters him all to pieces, that he may look out for hope; and then the Lord knocks him down that he may be abased; and then he shatters him all to Pieces, that he may look out for hope; cc av dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp cst pns31 vmb vbi vvd; cc cs pns31 vvz pno31 d p-acp n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6668 and then when he hath gotten hope, the Lord makes him seek out for faith; and when he hath gotten faith, to seek out for other graces; and then when he hath got hope, the Lord makes him seek out for faith; and when he hath got faith, to seek out for other graces; cc av c-crq pns31 vhz vvn n1, dt n1 vvz pno31 vvi av p-acp n1; cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp j-jn n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6669 and when he hath them, to seek for the accomplishment of them; and when he hath them, to seek for the accomplishment of them; cc c-crq pns31 vhz pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6670 the Lord will be sought to for every thing, and it is fit we should seek to him; the Lord will be sought to for every thing, and it is fit we should seek to him; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1, cc pn31 vbz j pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6671 though the parent doth not engender the reasonable soul in the babe, but God doth create it immediately, though the parent does not engender the reasonable soul in the babe, but God does create it immediately, cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp np1 vdz vvi pn31 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6672 yet none of us do count marriage superstuous; yet none of us do count marriage superstuous; av pix pp-f pno12 vdb vvi n1 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6673 so though God doth give this grace of faith only, yet we are not to account the using of means in vain, the Lord doth not power in humane wit into stocks and stones, so though God does give this grace of faith only, yet we Are not to account the using of means in vain, the Lord does not power in humane wit into stocks and stones, av cs np1 vdz vvi d n1 pp-f n1 av-j, av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f n2 p-acp j, dt n1 vdz xx n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6674 but into a body sitted and ordered for a reasonable soul; but into a body sitted and ordered for a reasonable soul; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6675 so it is in respect of faith and grace, the creature shall be first ordered and sitted for grace; so it is in respect of faith and grace, the creature shall be First ordered and sitted for grace; av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n1 vmb vbi ord vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6676 there must be preparation and a foregoing work; there must be preparation and a foregoing work; pc-acp vmb vbi n1 cc dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6677 it is his manner of working, he will so work as he will still be sought unto of all his people, it is his manner of working, he will so work as he will still be sought unto of all his people, pn31 vbz po31 n1 pp-f vvg, pns31 vmb av vvi c-acp pns31 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp pp-f d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6678 though they have not faith, if they have hope, they shall seek to him for faith; though they have not faith, if they have hope, they shall seek to him for faith; cs pns32 vhb xx n1, cs pns32 vhb n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6679 as it is with a Scholar, if he will be a Scholar or Fellow of a Colledge, he must sit for it; as it is with a Scholar, if he will be a Scholar or Fellow of a College, he must fit for it; c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6680 so the Lord will have a man sit for it, he will have a man sit at the pool of grace, so the Lord will have a man fit for it, he will have a man fit At the pool of grace, av dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1 vvb p-acp pn31, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6681 and seek to him for it before he shall have it. and seek to him for it before he shall have it. cc vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31 c-acp pns31 vmb vhi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 560 Page 56
6682 This shews us the graciousness of our good God, that when he takes us to do for our sins, He remembers us when we are in our low estate, This shows us the graciousness of our good God, that when he Takes us to do for our Sins, He remembers us when we Are in our low estate, d vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f po12 j np1, cst c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vdb p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vvz pno12 c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp po12 j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6683 for his mercy endures for ever, Psal. 136. 53. when we are at the brink of hell, at the very bottome of destruction, for his mercy endures for ever, Psalm 136. 53. when we Are At the brink of hell, At the very bottom of destruction, p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av, np1 crd crd c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6684 and in the belly of damnation, when we know not which way to turne our selves; and in the belly of damnation, when we know not which Way to turn our selves; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb xx r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6685 then he remembers us, for his mercy endures for ever; then he remembers us, for his mercy endures for ever; cs pns31 vvz pno12, c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6686 thus the Lord deals with his people for their good, as he opens the casement, that his justice may look out upon us, thus the Lord deals with his people for their good, as he Opens the casement, that his Justice may look out upon us, av dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 j, c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, cst po31 n1 vmb vvi av p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6687 so he sets his mercy in the window that we may see it through the glasse, that we may not be overwhelmed, this is the goodness of God, so he sets his mercy in the window that we may see it through the glass, that we may not be overwhelmed, this is the Goodness of God, av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6688 and were it not for this, no man should be able to abide his look, and were it not for this, no man should be able to abide his look, cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d, dx n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6689 nor bear his displeasure when he breakes out upon a man, this is the infinite goodness of our gracious God, to deal thus favourably with his people; nor bear his displeasure when he breaks out upon a man, this is the infinite Goodness of our gracious God, to deal thus favourably with his people; ccx vvi po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 j np1, pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6690 therefore you that have gotten this hope, know, that the Lord night have held you down to this day, Therefore you that have got this hope, know, that the Lord night have held you down to this day, av pn22 cst vhb vvn d n1, vvb, cst dt n1 n1 vhb vvn pn22 a-acp p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6691 and he had justly served you if he had done so; and he had justly served you if he had done so; cc pns31 vhd av-j vvn pn22 cs pns31 vhd vdn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6692 therefore whosoever of you are in the briars do not repine and grumble, because you are not refreshed as others are; Therefore whosoever of you Are in the briers do not repine and grumble, Because you Are not refreshed as Others Are; av r-crq pp-f pn22 vbr p-acp dt n2 vdb xx vvi cc vvi, c-acp pn22 vbr xx vvn p-acp n2-jn vbr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6693 if you have but the least cranny of hope to hang upon, make much of it, it is more then God owes you; if you have but the least cranny of hope to hang upon, make much of it, it is more then God owes you; cs pn22 vhb p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb d pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz dc cs np1 vvz pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6694 how easily might the Lord teare the soul all in pieces, when he comes to deal with a man, how Easily might the Lord tear the soul all in Pieces, when he comes to deal with a man, c-crq av-j vmd dt n1 vvb dt n1 av-d p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6695 when he shews a man his sins and abominations? he might make them as heavy as rocks and mountaines unto him, when he shows a man his Sins and abominations? he might make them as heavy as Rocks and Mountains unto him, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 po31 n2 cc n2? pns31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp j c-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6696 and break him all to powder, it were just if he did so; and break him all to powder, it were just if he did so; cc vvi pno31 d p-acp n1, pn31 vbdr j cs pns31 vdd av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6697 now when the Lord puts in this hope, what a wonderful mercy is this? When God told Hezekiah, Behold thou shalt die, he presently bade him take a lump of Figgs and healed the disease; now when the Lord puts in this hope, what a wondered mercy is this? When God told Hezekiah, Behold thou shalt die, he presently bade him take a lump of Figgs and healed the disease; av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d? c-crq np1 vvd np1, vvb pns21 vm2 vvi, pns31 av-j vvd pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvn dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6698 so what a mercy is this, that God saith, Th•• shalt die, thou art a damned creature, so what a mercy is this, that God Says, Th•• shalt die, thou art a damned creature, av q-crq dt n1 vbz d, cst np1 vvz, n1 vm2 vvi, pns21 vb2r dt j-vvn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6699 and bids him presently take a plaiste•, and so recovers him. and bids him presently take a plaiste•, and so recovers him. cc vvz pno31 av-j vvi dt n1, cc av vvz pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 561 Page 56
6700 For comfort to all those that are the Lords, though it be a poor faith, a poor hope that flowes from possibility only, For Comfort to all those that Are the lords, though it be a poor faith, a poor hope that flows from possibility only, p-acp n1 p-acp d d cst vbr dt n2, cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, dt j vvb cst vvz p-acp n1 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 56
6701 yet I tell you that even believers may have need sometimes to have resort unto it, yet I tell you that even believers may have need sometime to have resort unto it, av pns11 vvb pn22 d j n2 vmb vhi n1 av pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 56
6702 for how often hath the Devil been let loose upon poor souls, even those that are of God? as sometimes he doth tempt them to presumption, that so they may neglect their watch over themselves; for how often hath the devil been let lose upon poor Souls, even those that Are of God? as sometime he does tempt them to presumption, that so they may neglect their watch over themselves; c-acp q-crq av vhz dt n1 vbn vvn j p-acp j n2, av d cst vbr pp-f np1? c-acp av pns31 vdz vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cst av pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp px32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 56
6703 so it is his practice to drive us from one extreame to another and hurry us to despair, so it is his practice to drive us from one extreme to Another and hurry us to despair, av pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp crd j-jn p-acp j-jn cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 56
6704 and urge upon us that we have no faith, we have no grace, and are as sure to be damned as if we were in hell already, David (Psal. 31. 22.) seems to be out of all hope to be saved, and urge upon us that we have no faith, we have no grace, and Are as sure to be damned as if we were in hell already, David (Psalm 31. 22.) seems to be out of all hope to be saved, cc vvi p-acp pno12 cst pns12 vhb dx n1, pns12 vhb dx n1, cc vbr a-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp cs pns12 vbdr p-acp n1 av, np1 (np1 crd crd) vvz pc-acp vbi av pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 56
6705 as if he were utterly undone, the servants of light many of them have found this too too true; as if he were utterly undone, the Servants of Light many of them have found this too too true; c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av-j vvn, dt n2 pp-f n1 d pp-f pno32 vhb vvn d av av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 56
6706 how fearfully they have been perplexed and galled in minde, seeking release, but could finde none, how fearfully they have been perplexed and galled in mind, seeking release, but could find none, c-crq av-j pns32 vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, vvg n1, cc-acp vmd vvi pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 56
6707 and pronouncing against themselves bitter things, as if they had nothing of God in them, the devil dazling their eyes that they cannot see, and pronouncing against themselves bitter things, as if they had nothing of God in them, the Devil dazzling their eyes that they cannot see, cc vvg p-acp px32 j n2, c-acp cs pns32 vhd pix pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, dt n1 vvg po32 n2 cst pns32 vmbx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6708 and putting out of their minds all the sweet passages of the Gospel, and preaching nothing but the terrible passages of the Law, he that doubts is damned, and putting out of their minds all the sweet passages of the Gospel, and preaching nothing but the terrible passages of the Law, he that doubts is damned, cc vvg av pp-f po32 n2 d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg pix cc-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 cst vvz vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6709 and he that wavers is like a wave of the sea, and he urgeth them with every vain thought, with every omission, with every failing, and he that wavers is like a wave of the sea, and he urges them with every vain Thought, with every omission, with every failing, cc pns31 cst vvz vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d j n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6710 and every sin they have committed; it is strange to see how some of Gods own people have reasoned against themselves, and every since they have committed; it is strange to see how Some of God's own people have reasoned against themselves, cc d n1 pns32 vhb vvn; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq d pp-f n2 d n1 vhb vvn p-acp px32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6711 as if all the devils logick were in them, and all mercy were gone; thus the devil sometimes deals with Gods people, that they cannot tell where to hold; as if all the Devils logic were in them, and all mercy were gone; thus the Devil sometime deals with God's people, that they cannot tell where to hold; c-acp cs d dt n2 n1 vbdr p-acp pno32, cc d n1 vbdr vvn; av dt n1 av vvz p-acp npg1 n1, cst pns32 vmbx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6712 they can see nothing to give any comfort or stay, they are ready to let go all, and give over all hope; they can see nothing to give any Comfort or stay, they Are ready to let go all, and give over all hope; pns32 vmb vvi pix pc-acp vvi d n1 cc vvi, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi vvi d, cc vvi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6713 now what an excellent thing is this, if a man have this hope, that he may be never driven from God, that there is eternal life and forgivenesse in him, now what an excellent thing is this, if a man have this hope, that he may be never driven from God, that there is Eternal life and forgiveness in him, av q-crq dt j n1 vbz d, cs dt n1 vhb d n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi av-x vvn p-acp np1, cst pc-acp vbz j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6714 and all these things are attainable; and all these things Are attainable; cc d d n2 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6715 I tell you, it is a great help to a man when he can say with the Church, Joel 2. 13. Who can tell whether th• Lord will turn, I tell you, it is a great help to a man when he can say with the Church, Joel 2. 13. Who can tell whither th• Lord will turn, pns11 vvb pn22, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd q-crq vmb vvi cs n1 n1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6716 and leave a blessing behind him? a man that hath but this hope in him, it will never let him go off from God, and leave a blessing behind him? a man that hath but this hope in him, it will never let him go off from God, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31? dt n1 cst vhz p-acp d n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vmb av-x vvi pno31 vvi a-acp p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6717 and be quite overcome by Satan; and be quite overcome by Satan; cc vbb av vvn p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6718 so that though it be but a poor thing, yet it is worth a Kings ransome in time of trouble. so that though it be but a poor thing, yet it is worth a Kings ransom in time of trouble. av cst cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j n1, av pn31 vbz j dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 562 Page 57
6719 To shew unto us how God doth work this hope, and he works it, first, by rooting out of the heart all vaine hopes, To show unto us how God does work this hope, and he works it, First, by rooting out of the heart all vain hope's, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 c-crq n1 vdz vvi d n1, cc pns31 vvz pn31, ord, p-acp j-vvg av pp-f dt n1 d j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6720 and bringing in a better hope, as the Apostle speaks, Heb. 7. 19. The Law made nothing perfect; and bringing in a better hope, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 7. 19. The Law made nothing perfect; cc vvg p-acp dt jc n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvd pix j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6721 when God brought in Christ, he brought in a better hope; when God brings Christ to the soul, he brings a better hope into the soul; when God brought in christ, he brought in a better hope; when God brings christ to the soul, he brings a better hope into the soul; c-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt jc n1; c-crq np1 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6722 the soul before had a vaine hope, he prayed and came to Church, and was civil and well brought up, the soul before had a vain hope, he prayed and Come to Church, and was civil and well brought up, dt n1 a-acp vhd dt j n1, pns31 vvd cc vvd p-acp n1, cc vbds j cc av vvd a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6723 and had many good gifts, and many terrours and affrightments, all these are nothing but legal works; and had many good Gifts, and many terrors and affrightments, all these Are nothing but Legal works; cc vhd d j n2, cc d n2 cc n2, d d vbr pix cc-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6724 a man can never have hope in this; a man can never have hope in this; dt n1 vmb av-x vhi n1 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6725 but when God brings in a better hope, he throws out all the other, he shoots his Law like a great Ordnance into the soul, but when God brings in a better hope, he throws out all the other, he shoots his Law like a great Ordnance into the soul, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt jc n1, pns31 vvz av d dt j-jn, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6726 and strikes him dead, and makes him see there is no hope, all his vaine hopes are nothing, and strikes him dead, and makes him see there is no hope, all his vain hope's Are nothing, cc vvz pno31 j, cc vvz pno31 vvi a-acp vbz dx n1, d po31 j n2 vbr pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6727 and still the soul will be gathering false hopes, and returning to them, but the Lord throws them out still, and still the soul will be gathering false hope's, and returning to them, but the Lord throws them out still, cc av dt n1 vmb vbi vvg j n2, cc vvg p-acp pno32, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 av av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6728 and puts in a better hope. and puts in a better hope. cc vvz p-acp dt jc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 563 Page 57
6729 By setting a look upon the Gospel, as the Gospel tenders this to every creature, to one as well as to another, By setting a look upon the Gospel, as the Gospel tenders this to every creature, to one as well as to Another, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz d p-acp d n1, p-acp crd c-acp av c-acp p-acp j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6730 so the Lord puts a particular look upon the Gospel, as Peter said to the lame man, look upon me, so the Lord puts a particular look upon the Gospel, as Peter said to the lame man, look upon me, av dt n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1, vvb p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6731 and this made him expect to receive an alms from him, Acts 3. 4, 5. So the Lord makes a man look upon the Gospel to minde the Gospel, and this made him expect to receive an alms from him, Acts 3. 4, 5. So the Lord makes a man look upon the Gospel to mind the Gospel, cc d vvd pno31 vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp pno31, n2 crd crd, crd np1 dt n1 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6732 and regard and take notice of it, what it saith, for people let these things slip, and regard and take notice of it, what it Says, for people let these things slip, cc n1 cc vvi n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq pn31 vvz, p-acp n1 vvb d n2 vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6733 but when God works this hope in the soul, he makes a man to mind the Gospel, but when God works this hope in the soul, he makes a man to mind the Gospel, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6734 and makes as if it looked at him, and so he comes to have sound hope in the Gospel, and makes as if it looked At him, and so he comes to have found hope in the Gospel, cc vvz c-acp cs pn31 vvd p-acp pno31, cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi j n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6735 as a beggar when a Gentleman puts his hand into his purse, though he sees nothing, as a beggar when a Gentleman puts his hand into his purse, though he sees nothing, c-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6736 yet he thinks he will give him something; yet he thinks he will give him something; av pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi pno31 pi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6737 so the Lord puts his hand into his purse, as it were, he lays his hand upon mercy, so the Lord puts his hand into his purse, as it were, he lays his hand upon mercy, av dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6738 and lets the soul see him tendring of mercy, and this makes him hope he shall have mercy, he casts a look upon him, and lets the soul see him tendering of mercy, and this makes him hope he shall have mercy, he Cast a look upon him, cc vvz dt n1 vvb pno31 vvg pp-f n1, cc d vvz pno31 n1 pns31 vmb vhi n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6739 and so affects and draws the soul, and he finds the Lord moving the soul, and so affects and draws the soul, and he finds the Lord moving the soul, cc av vvz cc vvz dt n1, cc pns31 vvz dt n1 vvg dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6740 and inclining the heart, and weaning the soul from the world, and quickning him to seek after the things that are above. and inclining the heart, and weaning the soul from the world, and quickening him to seek After the things that Are above. cc vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc j-vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 cst vbr a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 564 Page 57
6741 By removing of all impossibilities that lie upon the soul, you know there is abundance of impossibilities that appear, By removing of all impossibilities that lie upon the soul, you know there is abundance of impossibilities that appear, p-acp vvg pp-f d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, pn22 vvb a-acp vbz n1 pp-f n2 cst vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 57
6742 as for a man to live in his sinnes, a man then hath no heart to Christ, no heart to heavenly things, no mind to pray and to strict courses; as for a man to live in his Sins, a man then hath no heart to christ, no heart to heavenly things, no mind to pray and to strict courses; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 av vhz dx n1 p-acp np1, dx n1 p-acp j n2, dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc p-acp j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 57
6743 it is impossible for a man in this case ever to attaine these things, when he hath no heart to them; it is impossible for a man in this case ever to attain these things, when he hath no heart to them; pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 av pc-acp vvi d n2, c-crq pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 57
6744 now the Lord takes away that impossibility, and makes the soul see it is possible to attain these things; now the Lord Takes away that impossibility, and makes the soul see it is possible to attain these things; av dt n1 vvz av d n1, cc vvz dt n1 vvb pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 57
6745 therefore there is a kinde of seed of regeneration going along with this, 1 Pet. 1. 3. as there is a seed before regeneration it self, Therefore there is a kind of seed of regeneration going along with this, 1 Pet. 1. 3. as there is a seed before regeneration it self, av a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 vvg a-acp p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd p-acp a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 pn31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 57
6746 before that hope that proceeds from justifying faith, so these seeds of regeneration are before this hope I now speak of; before that hope that proceeds from justifying faith, so these seeds of regeneration Are before this hope I now speak of; c-acp cst n1 cst vvz p-acp vvg n1, av d n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp d n1 pns11 av vvi pp-f; (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 58
6747 the soul hath something wherby it seeth a possibility, and the Lord shews him a way of recovery, the soul hath something whereby it sees a possibility, and the Lord shows him a Way of recovery, dt n1 vhz pi c-crq pn31 vvz dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 58
6748 and sets up a standard to guide him in the way, and takes away all impediments that hinder him in the way; and sets up a standard to guide him in the Way, and Takes away all impediments that hinder him in the Way; cc vvz a-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz av d n2 cst vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 58
6749 and now the soul seeth it is possible to attain unto these things. If we have any such hope as this, let us not labour to diminish it; and now the soul sees it is possible to attain unto these things. If we have any such hope as this, let us not labour to diminish it; cc av dt n1 vvz pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2. cs pns12 vhb d d n1 c-acp d, vvb pno12 xx vvi pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 565 Page 58
6750 but let it grow in us, it is an excellent mercy of God to begin this hope; but let it grow in us, it is an excellent mercy of God to begin this hope; cc-acp vvb pn31 vvi p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6751 if we have the least crevis or cranny of it, let us make much of it, let us tender it, cherish it, if we have the least crevice or cranny of it, let us make much of it, let us tender it, cherish it, cs pns12 vhb dt ds n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, vvb pno12 vvi d pp-f pn31, vvb pno12 vvi pn31, vvb pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6752 for it will help us to pray and seek God, and let go our corruptions; for it will help us to pray and seek God, and let go our corruptions; c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1, cc vvb vvi po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6753 it will enable us to do many things, when a man hath gotten this hope once; it will enable us to do many things, when a man hath got this hope once; pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vdi d n2, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6754 therefore, if we have it, let us put it on, as the Apostle saith, if you mean to go to heaven, you shall be sure to meet with blows, Therefore, if we have it, let us put it on, as the Apostle Says, if you mean to go to heaven, you shall be sure to meet with blows, av, cs pns12 vhb pn31, vvb pno12 vvi pn31 a-acp, c-acp dt n1 vvz, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6755 therefore you should have your helmet on; Therefore you should have your helmet on; av pn22 vmd vhi po22 n1 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6756 the devil will say, have you any hope to go to heaven, having such a vile cursed heart? you were better give all over, the Devil will say, have you any hope to go to heaven, having such a vile cursed heart? you were better give all over, dt n1 vmb vvi, vhb pn22 d vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, vhg d dt j j-vvn n1? pn22 vbdr av-jc vvi d a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6757 for your betters have missed it; now we had need of this hope to be nourished and cherished in us; for your betters have missed it; now we had need of this hope to be nourished and cherished in us; p-acp po22 n2-j vhb vvn pn31; av pns12 vhd n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12; (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6758 nay, though a man hath never so much faith, he should cherish this more and more. nay, though a man hath never so much faith, he should cherish this more and more. uh, cs dt n1 vhz av av av-d n1, pns31 vmd vvi d dc cc av-dc. (7) treatise (DIV2) 566 Page 58
6759 But how shall a man cherish it? I answer; first, look to the power of God; But how shall a man cherish it? I answer; First, look to the power of God; cc-acp q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb pn31? pns11 vvb; ord, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 567 Page 58
6760 do not say, how shall I be able to do this and that? how shall I get my lusts to be mortified, do not say, how shall I be able to do this and that? how shall I get my Lustiest to be mortified, vdb xx vvi, q-crq vmb pns11 vbi j pc-acp vdi d cc d? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi po11 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6761 and how shall I get my heart to submit to God? but look unto the power of God, and how shall I get my heart to submit to God? but look unto the power of God, cc q-crq vmb pns11 vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6762 and do not limit the holy one of Israel; the Lord may pardon thy sins and renue thy heart, and do not limit the holy one of Israel; the Lord may pardon thy Sins and renew thy heart, cc vdb xx vvi dt j pi pp-f np1; dt n1 vmb vvi po21 n2 cc vvi po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6763 therefore look unto the power of God. Therefore look unto the power of God. av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6764 When Christ told his Disciples, Mat. 16. 24. that it is easier for a Camel to go thorough the eye of a needle, When christ told his Disciples, Mathew 16. 24. that it is Easier for a Camel to go through the eye of a needle, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n2, np1 crd crd cst pn31 vbz jc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6765 then for 〈 … 〉ich man to enter into the Kingdom of heaven; then for 〈 … 〉ich man to enter into the Kingdom of heaven; av c-acp 〈 … fw-ge n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6766 they were all astonished, O say they, who then can be saved? Oh saith Christ, look unto God; they were all astonished, Oh say they, who then can be saved? O Says christ, look unto God; pns32 vbdr d vvn, uh vvb pns32, r-crq av vmb vbi vvn? uh vvz np1, vvb p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6767 'tis true, with m•n it is impossibl• ▪ for the heart and affections of a man are so glued to the things of this world; it's true, with m•n it is impossibl• ▪ for the heart and affections of a man Are so glued to the things of this world; pn31|vbz j, p-acp n1 pn31 vbz n1 ▪ p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6768 a•• •e hath so much pleasure and delight in the things of this life, that his heart cannot look after mercy with zeal and fervency; a•• •e hath so much pleasure and delight in the things of this life, that his heart cannot look After mercy with zeal and fervency; n1 n1 vhz av d n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst po31 n1 vmbx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6769 it is as impossible as for a cable to go through a needles eye, but saith he, look to the power of God, he is able to work it; it is as impossible as for a cable to go through a needles eye, but Says he, look to the power of God, he is able to work it; pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 vvb, cc-acp vvz pns31, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6770 a rich man may be saved for all this, if a rich man be touched with the sence and feeling of his sinnes, a rich man may be saved for all this, if a rich man be touched with the sense and feeling of his Sins, dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d d, cs dt j n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6771 and have a heart to come to God, though he meet with never so many difficulties in his way, let him look unto the power of God, to whom nothing is hard. and have a heart to come to God, though he meet with never so many difficulties in his Way, let him look unto the power of God, to whom nothing is hard. cc vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvb p-acp av-x av d n2 p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq pix vbz j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 568 Page 58
6772 Secondly, look to the freenesse of Gods promises, the indifferency and universality of the tender of them, whosoever thirsteth, let him buy wine and milk without money, Esay 55. 1. when a doale is tendred to all at the doore; Secondly, look to the freeness of God's promises, the indifferency and universality of the tender of them, whosoever Thirsteth, let him buy wine and milk without money, Isaiah 55. 1. when a dole is tendered to all At the door; ord, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j pp-f pno32, r-crq vvz, vvb pno31 vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6773 Why may not every beggar hope to receive it? so if mercy be free for every one that comes to Gods door for it; Why may not every beggar hope to receive it? so if mercy be free for every one that comes to God's door for it; q-crq vmb xx d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31? av cs n1 vbb j p-acp d pi cst vvz p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6774 why mayst not thou look up with hope? if thou hast an heart, to it thou mayest; why Mayest not thou look up with hope? if thou hast an heart, to it thou Mayest; q-crq vm2 xx pns21 vvi a-acp p-acp n1? cs pns21 vh2 dt n1, p-acp pn31 pns21 vm2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6775 if thou hast not an heart, thou art none of Gods; if thou hast not an heart, thou art none of God's; cs pns21 vh2 xx dt n1, pns21 vb2r pix pp-f npg1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6776 but if thou hast an heart, look up to God, and be not dismayed, but see the infinitenesse of Gods mercy, that as the heavens are 〈 … 〉her then the earth, but if thou hast an heart, look up to God, and be not dismayed, but see the infiniteness of God's mercy, that as the heavens Are 〈 … 〉her then the earth, cc-acp cs pns21 vh2 dt n1, vvb a-acp p-acp np1, cc vbb xx vvn, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cst p-acp dt n2 vbr 〈 … av-c cs dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6777 so his mercies are far above our thoughts and apprehensions, and where sinne abounds, grace abounds much more; so his Mercies Are Far above our thoughts and apprehensions, and where sin abounds, grace abounds much more; av po31 n2 vbr av-j p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, cc c-crq n1 vvz, n1 vvz av-d av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6778 there are many poor souls that would come to Christ, but thorough their daily distempers and untowardnesse, there Are many poor Souls that would come to christ, but through their daily distempers and untowardness, a-acp vbr d j n2 cst vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp po32 j n2 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6779 and the temptations of Satan, they are repelled; they would come to God, but know not how; and the temptations of Satan, they Are repelled; they would come to God, but know not how; cc dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr vvn; pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp vvb xx c-crq; (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6780 they have hardly any hope, these things are spoken for such poor creatures. they have hardly any hope, these things Are spoken for such poor creatures. pns32 vhb av d n1, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp d j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 569 Page 58
6781 Thirdly, send often unto God, call upon his Name, as it is said of F•li•, when he hoped to receive money of Paul, he sent often for him to commune with him, Acts 24. 26. So send often to God, Thirdly, send often unto God, call upon his Name, as it is said of F•li•, when he hoped to receive money of Paul, he sent often for him to commune with him, Acts 24. 26. So send often to God, ord, vvb av p-acp np1, vvb p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd av p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, n2 crd crd av vvb av p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 570 Page 58
6782 and be often communing with God, and calling upon his name; and be often communing with God, and calling upon his name; cc vbb av vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 570 Page 58
6783 above all duties under heaven, there is no Ordinance helps a man more with communion with God then frequent prayer doth, above all duties under heaven, there is no Ordinance helps a man more with communion with God then frequent prayer does, p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvz dt n1 av-dc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 av j n1 vdz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 570 Page 58
6784 or that the heart is more against then that; not pray out of formality, or in a perfunctory manner, but to pray indeed; or that the heart is more against then that; not pray out of formality, or in a perfunctory manner, but to pray indeed; cc cst dt n1 vbz av-dc p-acp av d; xx vvb av pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 570 Page 58
6785 of all duties I commend unto thee that, go to God and pray often, if thou wouldest hope to receive mercy at his hands. of all duties I commend unto thee that, go to God and pray often, if thou Wouldst hope to receive mercy At his hands. pp-f d n2 pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 d, vvb p-acp np1 cc vvb av, cs pns21 vmd2 vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 570 Page 58
6786 JOHN 6. 45. Every man therefore that hath heard and learned of the Father, cometh unto me. JOHN 6. 45. Every man Therefore that hath herd and learned of the Father, comes unto me. np1 crd crd np1 n1 av cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 570 Page 59
6787 WE come now to the second degree of effectual calling, and that is a personal call of this or that man by a particular word, WE come now to the second degree of effectual calling, and that is a personal call of this or that man by a particular word, pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f j n-vvg, cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d cc d n1 p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6788 when the Lord doth particularize his promises, and tenders them to this or that man; come unto me and here is free grace and mercy for thee; when the Lord does particularise his promises, and tenders them to this or that man; come unto me and Here is free grace and mercy for thee; c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi po31 n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp d cc d n1; vvb p-acp pno11 cc av vbz j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6789 come and believe, and rest upon me for it: when the Lord doth speak a particular word to the soul, as you may see; come and believe, and rest upon me for it: when the Lord does speak a particular word to the soul, as you may see; vvb cc vvi, cc n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp pn31: c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6790 Esay 43. 1. I have called thee by name, thou art mine; Isaiah 43. 1. I have called thee by name, thou art mine; np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn pno21 p-acp n1, pns21 vb2r png11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6791 when God effectually calls a man, he calls him by name, he calls him with a particular word; when God effectually calls a man, he calls him by name, he calls him with a particular word; c-crq np1 av-j vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6792 come unto me, here is pardon; rely upon me and thou shalt have it, here is peace of conscience; come unto me, Here is pardon; rely upon me and thou shalt have it, Here is peace of conscience; vvb p-acp pno11, av vbz n1; vvb p-acp pno11 cc pns21 vm2 vhi pn31, av vbz n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6793 rely upon me and thou shalt attain to it; rely upon me and thou shalt attain to it; vvb p-acp pno11 cc pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6794 thou art an undone creature in thy self, here is mercy for thee, not only when there is a general word propounded to the soul, thou art an undone creature in thy self, Here is mercy for thee, not only when there is a general word propounded to the soul, pns21 vb2r dt vvn n1 p-acp po21 n1, av vbz n1 p-acp pno21, xx av-j c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6795 but when the Lord joynes with the word, and follows it to the soul and conscience; but when the Lord joins with the word, and follows it to the soul and conscience; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6796 come to me man, when God calls a man by name; so it is said of Matthew, Christ saw him sitting at the receipt of custom, come to me man, when God calls a man by name; so it is said of Matthew, christ saw him sitting At the receipt of custom, vvb p-acp pno11 n1, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1; av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 vvd pno31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6797 and said unto him, follow me, he called him in particular, and directed a particular word to his heart, and said unto him, follow me, he called him in particular, and directed a particular word to his heart, cc vvd p-acp pno31, vvb pno11, pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp j, cc vvd dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6798 and bid him follow him and depend upon him for all good: and bid him follow him and depend upon him for all good: cc vvb pno31 vvi pno31 cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6799 so it was with Zach•us, when Christ looked up and saw him in the fig-tree, he said Come down Zach•us; he directed a particular word to him; this is the thing; so it was with Zach•us, when christ looked up and saw him in the Fig tree, he said Come down Zach•us; he directed a particular word to him; this is the thing; av pn31 vbds p-acp j, c-crq np1 vvd a-acp cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd vvb a-acp av; pns31 vvd dt j n1 p-acp pno31; d vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6800 now I do not meane the outward word onely in the Scripture, either preached or read; now I do not mean the outward word only in the Scripture, either preached or read; av pns11 vdb xx vvi dt j n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, av-d vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6801 But secondly, when it is inwardly spoken by God himself to the soule ▪ and set on, But secondly, when it is inwardly spoken by God himself to the soul ▪ and Set on, cc-acp ord, c-crq pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1 px31 p-acp dt n1 ▪ cc vvi a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6802 when God bids a man believe and come unto him, this is the thing, and this we have heard in the Text, Every man that hath heard and learned of the Father, cometh unto me; when God bids a man believe and come unto him, this is the thing, and this we have herd in the Text, Every man that hath herd and learned of the Father, comes unto me; c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno31, d vbz dt n1, cc d pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, d n1 cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6803 for the coherence of these words, you must know, that in the former verses our Saviour Christ had told them, that he was the bread that came down from heaven, inviting them to come unto him, ver. 41, 42. and you may see what effect this wrought in their hearts, for the coherence of these words, you must know, that in the former Verses our Saviour christ had told them, that he was the bred that Come down from heaven, inviting them to come unto him, ver. 41, 42. and you may see what Effect this wrought in their hearts, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pn22 vmb vvi, cst p-acp dt j n2 po12 n1 np1 vhd vvn pno32, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 cst vvd a-acp p-acp n1, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, fw-la. crd, crd cc pn22 vmb vvi r-crq n1 d vvn p-acp po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6804 how they murmured at him, they were so far from yeilding to his call, that they sell a murmuring at him; how they murmured At him, they were so Far from yielding to his call, that they fell a murmuring At him; c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, pns32 vbdr av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst pns32 vvb dt j-vvg p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6805 And secondly, see how they alledge reasons for their murmuring, v. 42. Is •• this Jesus the Sonne of J•s•p•, &c. as who should say, And secondly, see how they allege Reasons for their murmuring, v. 42. Is •• this jesus the Son of J•s•p•, etc. as who should say, cc ord, vvb c-crq pns32 vvb n2 p-acp po32 j-vvg, n1 crd vbz •• d uh-np dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6806 if he came from the earth, how did he come from heaven? therefore you may see what answer Christ makes, v. 43. First, he reproves them, if he Come from the earth, how did he come from heaven? Therefore you may see what answer christ makes, v. 43. First, he reproves them, cs pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, q-crq vdd pns31 vvi p-acp n1? av pn22 vmb vvi r-crq n1 np1 vvz, n1 crd ord, pns31 vvz pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6807 and said, murmur not among your selves; and said, murmur not among your selves; cc vvd, vvb xx p-acp po22 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6808 as who should say, this is no murmuring matter, it is a mourning and lamenting matter; as who should say, this is no murmuring matter, it is a mourning and lamenting matter; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz dx j-vvg n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 cc vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6809 you should bewaile your condition, and turne your murmuring into mourning; you should bewail your condition, and turn your murmuring into mourning; pn22 vmd vvi po22 n1, cc vvb po22 j-vvg p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6810 Again he bids them not wonder at it, v. 44. For no man cometh unto me ▪ except the Father draw•th him, as who should say, it is no news to me that you stumble at my words, Again he bids them not wonder At it, v. 44. For no man comes unto me ▪ except the Father draw•th him, as who should say, it is no news to me that you Stumble At my words, av pns31 vvz pno32 xx vvi p-acp pn31, n1 crd p-acp dx n1 vvz p-acp pno11 ▪ c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp pno11 cst pn22 vvb p-acp po11 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6811 and will not hear what I say, for non• can c•me to me exc•pt my Father draw him; and will not hear what I say, for non• can c•me to me exc•pt my Father draw him; cc vmb xx vvi r-crq pns11 vvb, c-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 vvi po11 n1 vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6812 you care not for me, but murmur against me, and your hearts are sto•t against the Lord; you care not for me, but murmur against me, and your hearts Are sto•t against the Lord; pn22 vvb xx p-acp pno11, cc-acp n1 p-acp pno11, cc po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6813 you cannot attain unto it, for 〈 … 〉. Thirdly, he shews that some would come to him for all this, you cannot attain unto it, for 〈 … 〉. Thirdly, he shows that Some would come to him for all this, pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp 〈 … 〉. ord, pns31 vvz cst d vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 59
6814 though some would not, yet some would, even all his Elect, therefore he quotes this saying out of the Prophets, Every one that hath heard and learned of the Father, cometh unto me; though Some would not, yet Some would, even all his Elect, Therefore he quotes this saying out of the prophets, Every one that hath herd and learned of the Father, comes unto me; cs d vmd xx, av d vmd, av d po31 n1, av pns31 vvz d vvg av pp-f dt n2, d pi cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 60
6815 the word shall not only come to the outward eare, but they shall be taught of God, the word shall not only come to the outward ear, but they shall be taught of God, dt n1 vmb xx av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 60
6816 and then they will come home to me; and then they will come home to me; cc av pns32 vmb vvi av-an p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 60
6817 and then concludes with the words of the Text, Every man that hath heard, &c. as who should say, and then concludes with the words of the Text, Every man that hath herd, etc. as who should say, cc av vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d n1 cst vhz vvn, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 60
6818 though you will not, yet I am sure, every man that hath heard my Father speak to his heart, that hath heard him preaching from heaven in his bosome, that man will come to me, though you will not, yet I am sure, every man that hath herd my Father speak to his heart, that hath herd him preaching from heaven in his bosom, that man will come to me, cs pn22 vmb xx, av pns11 vbm j, d n1 cst vhz vvn po11 n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst vhz vvn pno31 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 60
6819 so that God can call those things which are not, as if they were; so that God can call those things which Are not, as if they were; av cst np1 vmb vvi d n2 r-crq vbr xx, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr; (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 60
6820 though a man be never so rebellious and averse from Christ, yet when he speaks a particular word to the soul, it comes. though a man be never so rebellious and averse from christ, yet when he speaks a particular word to the soul, it comes. c-acp dt n1 vbi av-x av j cc j p-acp np1, av c-crq pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 571 Page 60
6821 But you will say, what is this particular word which the Lord speaks to the soul? is there any such particular word to be found in all the Scripture, Th•mas or Richard, do you come to me? But you will say, what is this particular word which the Lord speaks to the soul? is there any such particular word to be found in all the Scripture, Th•mas or Richard, do you come to me? p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vbz d j n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1? vbz pc-acp d d j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, np1 cc np1, vdb pn22 vvb p-acp pno11? (7) treatise (DIV2) 572 Page 60
6822 I answer, there is a general word in the Scripture, and this particular word is in the general, I answer, there is a general word in the Scripture, and this particular word is in the general, pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 573 Page 60
6823 so that though there be not a particular word expressively, yet there is equivalently; and this I will make appear in three or four particulars. so that though there be not a particular word expressively, yet there is equivalently; and this I will make appear in three or four particulars. av cst cs pc-acp vbb xx dt j n1 av-j, av pc-acp vbz av-j; cc d pns11 vmb vvi vvi p-acp crd cc crd n2-j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 573 Page 60
6824 First, what particular place of Scripture saith, that Thomas, or James, or such a one is a childe of wrath by nature, is here any Scripture saith so of him? I answer, yes, this particular is in the general, we are all the children of wrath by nature, Eph. 2. 3. and cursed is every one that continues not i• all the things written in the Law to do them, Gal. 3. 10. now though a mans name be not named, William such a one is accursed by nature, First, what particular place of Scripture Says, that Thomas, or James, or such a one is a child of wrath by nature, is Here any Scripture Says so of him? I answer, yes, this particular is in the general, we Are all the children of wrath by nature, Ephesians 2. 3. and cursed is every one that continues not i• all the things written in the Law to do them, Gal. 3. 10. now though a men name be not nam, William such a one is accursed by nature, ord, r-crq j n1 pp-f n1 vvz, cst np1, cc np1, cc d dt pi vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbz av d n1 vvz av pp-f pno31? pns11 vvb, uh, d j vbz p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc j-vvn vbz d pi cst vvz xx n1 av-d dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi pno32, np1 crd crd av c-acp dt ng1 n1 vbb xx vvn, np1 d dt pi vbz vvn p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 574 Page 60
6825 yet notwithstanding he findes his particular in the general, that he is a cursed creature. yet notwithstanding he finds his particular in the general, that he is a cursed creature. av c-acp pns31 vvz po31 j p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbz dt j-vvn n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 574 Page 60
6826 Again, what place of Scripture saith that Robert or John must love God, and is bound to love God, is there any such place of Scripture? no, Again, what place of Scripture Says that Robert or John must love God, and is bound to love God, is there any such place of Scripture? no, av, q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vvz cst np1 cc np1 vmb vvi np1, cc vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, vbz pc-acp d d n1 pp-f n1? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6827 why will you say then, that you are bound to love God and obey him, why will you say then, that you Are bound to love God and obey him, q-crq vmb pn22 vvb av, cst pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 cc vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6828 if there be no such place of Scripture? yes, for this particular is in the general, Thou shalt love the Lard thy God, &c. That Commandment is delivered to all men in the whole world: if there be no such place of Scripture? yes, for this particular is in the general, Thou shalt love the Lard thy God, etc. That Commandment is Delivered to all men in the Whole world: cs pc-acp vbb dx d n1 pp-f n1? uh, c-acp d j vbz p-acp dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1, av cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6829 So, Thou shalt do no murther, thou shalt not commit adultery, &c. this Commandment lies upon the whole world; So, Thou shalt do no murder, thou shalt not commit adultery, etc. this Commandment lies upon the Whole world; av, pns21 vm2 vdi dx n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi n1, av d n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6830 therefore if thou beest a man, though thou canst not finde thy name set down, that the Lord speaks to thee ▪ yet thy particular is in those generals; Therefore if thou Best a man, though thou Canst not find thy name Set down, that the Lord speaks to thee ▪ yet thy particular is in those generals; av cs pns21 vb2s dt n1, cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 vvn a-acp, cst dt n1 vvz p-acp pno21 ▪ av po21 j vbz p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6831 so though it cannot be shewn in all the Scripture that such a particular man shall rise againe, so though it cannot be shown in all the Scripture that such a particular man shall rise again, av cs pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 cst d dt j n1 vmb vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6832 yet when the Scripture saith, that all men shall rise againe, as John 5. 28. Marvel not, yet when the Scripture Says, that all men shall rise again, as John 5. 28. Marvel not, av c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst d n2 vmb vvi av, c-acp np1 crd crd n1 xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6833 for the houre shall come that all flesh that is in the gr•v• shall come forth; for the hour shall come that all Flesh that is in the gr•v• shall come forth; c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi cst d n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6834 if all that are dead shall rise again, then every man shall rise again, though his name be not named in Scripture; if all that Are dead shall rise again, then every man shall rise again, though his name be not nam in Scripture; cs d cst vbr j vmb vvi av, cs d n1 vmb vvi av, cs po31 n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6835 so it is hear, we read in Scripture that Christ saith, John 7. 37. If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink, now the Lord includes a particular in it, so it is hear, we read in Scripture that christ Says, John 7. 37. If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink, now the Lord includes a particular in it, av pn31 vbz vvb, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cst np1 vvz, np1 crd crd cs d n1 n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp pno11 cc vvi, av dt n1 vvz dt j p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6836 and brings it to the soul, thou thirstest, thou wouldest faine have Christ, here are the promises, here is all mercy in my Sonne, believe in him, come and receive him, take him, and thou shalt have them; and brings it to the soul, thou thirstest, thou Wouldst feign have christ, Here Are the promises, Here is all mercy in my Son, believe in him, come and receive him, take him, and thou shalt have them; cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, pns21 vv2, pns21 vmd2 av-j vhi np1, av vbr dt n2, av vbz d n1 p-acp po11 n1, vvb p-acp pno31, vvb cc vvi pno31, vvb pno31, cc pns21 vm2 vhi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6837 so if Christ saith, whosoever believes shall be saved, then Saint Paul might safely conclude a particular word to the Jaylor, bel•eve in the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved, Acts 16. 31. so that you see here is a particular word, so if christ Says, whosoever believes shall be saved, then Saint Paul might safely conclude a particular word to the Jailor, bel•eve in the Lord jesus christ and thou shalt be saved, Acts 16. 31. so that you see Here is a particular word, av cs np1 vvz, r-crq vvz vmb vbi vvn, av n1 np1 vmd av-j vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, n2 crd crd av cst pn22 vvb av vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6838 though not particular directly, yet equivalent to a particular, namely a particular in the general, though not particular directly, yet equivalent to a particular, namely a particular in the general, cs xx j av-j, av j p-acp dt j, av dt j p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6839 and the Spirit of God doth speak this to the soul, and makes the soul hear it, Every man therefore that hath heard it, &c. and the Spirit of God does speak this to the soul, and makes the soul hear it, Every man Therefore that hath herd it, etc. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi d p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 vvb pn31, d n1 av cst vhz vvn pn31, av (7) treatise (DIV2) 575 Page 60
6840 When God calls the soul home, he makes the soul hear his voice, here a particular voice and word to him; When God calls the soul home, he makes the soul hear his voice, Here a particular voice and word to him; c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 av-an, pns31 vvz dt n1 vvb po31 n1, av dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 60
6841 believe in the Lord, come unto me for salvation relie upon me for eternal life; believe in the Lord, come unto me for salvation rely upon me for Eternal life; vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp n1 vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 60
6842 the sinnes that trouble thy soule, cast thy self upon me for the forgiving of them, the diseases, miseries, distempers thou art subject unto, lay hold upon me, the Sins that trouble thy soul, cast thy self upon me for the forgiving of them, the diseases, misery's, distempers thou art Subject unto, lay hold upon me, dt n2 cst vvb po21 n1, vvb po21 n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pno32, dt n2, n2, n2 pns21 vb2r j-jn p-acp, vvb vvb p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6843 and rest upon me for the delivering thee from them; and rest upon me for the delivering thee from them; cc n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp dt vvg pno21 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6844 the Lord when he calls a man effectually, he speaks it, not onely the Minister and the Word speaks it, but the Lord speaks it; the Lord when he calls a man effectually, he speaks it, not only the Minister and the Word speaks it, but the Lord speaks it; dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 av-j, pns31 vvz pn31, xx av-j dt n1 cc dt n1 vvz pn31, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6845 and so the soul hearing of the Father comes to Christ; and so the soul hearing of the Father comes to christ; cc av dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6846 thus you may see the Lord holds the free promises of the Gospel before the soul, thus you may see the Lord holds the free promises of the Gospel before the soul, av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vvz dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6847 and bids a man relie upon them; and bids a man rely upon them; cc vvz dt n1 vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6848 as Peter dealt with his contrite hearers, the Spirit of the Lord going along with his word, Acts 2. 39. believe, saith he, for the promise belongs to you and to your children, &c. as who should say, as Peter dealt with his contrite hearers, the Spirit of the Lord going along with his word, Acts 2. 39. believe, Says he, for the promise belongs to you and to your children, etc. as who should say, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp po31 j n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1, n2 crd crd vvi, vvz pns31, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22 cc p-acp po22 n2, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6849 when God calls a man effectually, he holds forth his promises, and propounds them to the soul, beleeve this promise, when God calls a man effectually, he holds forth his promises, and propounds them to the soul, believe this promise, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 av-j, pns31 vvz av po31 n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, vvb d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6850 and rest upon me for it; and rest upon me for it; cc n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6851 thus the Lord doth call a man home, he sends his promise before him, he sets up hope before him, he sends the gracious invitation of the Gospel before him, thus the Lord does call a man home, he sends his promise before him, he sets up hope before him, he sends the gracious invitation of the Gospel before him, av dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 av-an, pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz a-acp n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6852 and bids him relie upon it; and bids him rely upon it; cc vvz pno31 vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6853 thus God dealt with his Elect C•rinths, 1 Cor. 1. 9. God is faithful (saith the Apostle) by whom ye are called to the followship of his Sonne Jesus Christ, as who should say, thus God dealt with his Elect C•rinths, 1 Cor. 1. 9. God is faithful (Says the Apostle) by whom you Are called to the Fellowship of his Son jesus christ, as who should say, av np1 vvd p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, vvn np1 crd crd np1 vbz j (vvz dt n1) p-acp ro-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1 np1, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6854 when God called you, he spake to every one of you in particular; come and be fellow heirs with my Son; when God called you, he spoke to every one of you in particular; come and be fellow Heirs with my Son; c-crq np1 vvd pn22, pns31 vvd p-acp d crd pp-f pn22 p-acp j; vvb cc vbi n1 n2 p-acp po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6855 come and have every good thing with my Sonne; come and be a sonne with him; come and have every good thing with my Son; come and be a son with him; vvb cc vhb d j n1 p-acp po11 n1; vvb cc vbb dt n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6856 come and be an heir of grace with him, and have title to eternal life and salvation, God calls you, saith he, to beleeve that he is faithful: come and be an heir of grace with him, and have title to Eternal life and salvation, God calls you, Says he, to believe that he is faithful: vvb cc vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, cc vhb n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1, np1 vvz pn22, vvz pns31, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz j: (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6857 So I might instance in many more, though there be never so many in the Congregation, So I might instance in many more, though there be never so many in the Congregation, av pns11 vmd n1 p-acp d dc, cs pc-acp vbb av-x av av-d p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6858 yet the Lord doth not speak to them all; they do not all hear his voice; yet the Lord does not speak to them all; they do not all hear his voice; av dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32 d; pns32 vdb xx d vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6859 they all hear the Minister, but that makes them not to come, that doth not the deed, they all hear the Minister, but that makes them not to come, that does not the deed, pns32 d vvb dt n1, cc-acp cst vvz pno32 xx pc-acp vvi, cst vdz xx dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6860 but when the Lord calls a man, he comes, he joyns with the Word, and speaks to this or that man, but when the Lord calls a man, he comes, he joins with the Word, and speaks to this or that man, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp d cc d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6861 and takes him alone, and whispers him in the ear, and tells him where mercy is, and Takes him alone, and whispers him in the ear, and tells him where mercy is, cc vvz pno31 av-j, cc vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 c-crq n1 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6862 and bids him rely upon him, and though sense and seeling be against him, though all fears and objections be against him, he bids him believe and be of good cheere, he shall have all these mercies it he will believe in him, and bids him rely upon him, and though sense and seeling be against him, though all fears and objections be against him, he bids him believe and be of good cheer, he shall have all these Mercies it he will believe in him, cc vvz pno31 vvi p-acp pno31, cc cs n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp pno31, cs d n2 cc n2 vbb p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pno31 vvi cc vbi pp-f j n1, pns31 vmb vhi d d n2 pn31 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6863 as he saith Esay 51. 20. Look unto Abraham your father; for I called him alone and blessed him; as he Says Isaiah 51. 20. Look unto Abraham your father; for I called him alone and blessed him; c-acp pns31 vvz np1 crd crd n1 p-acp np1 po22 n1; c-acp pns11 vvd pno31 av-j cc j-vvn pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6864 mark it, the Lord took him alone, and spake to his heart, between him and himself; mark it, the Lord took him alone, and spoke to his heart, between him and himself; vvb pn31, dt n1 vvd pno31 av-j, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, p-acp pno31 cc px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6865 so when the Lord speaks to a soul, and calls him by his grace, he calls him alone, so when the Lord speaks to a soul, and calls him by his grace, he calls him alone, av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno31 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6866 and takes him alone, though all the Congregation hears the same Sermon, yet he takes him alone, and Takes him alone, though all the Congregation hears the same Sermon, yet he Takes him alone, cc vvz pno31 av-j, cs d dt n1 vvz dt d n1, av pns31 vvz pno31 av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6867 and speaks to his heart, and bids him beleeve in him, for I will never faile thee, it is a sure foundation, he may build upon it for ever and ever. and speaks to his heart, and bids him believe in him, for I will never fail thee, it is a sure Foundation, he may built upon it for ever and ever. cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pno31 vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno21, pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp av cc av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 576 Page 61
6868 Because no man could come unto Christ else, for we see daily, though Ministers call all the Congregation and assembly, Because no man could come unto christ Else, for we see daily, though Ministers call all the Congregation and assembly, p-acp dx n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1 av, c-acp pns12 vvb av-j, cs n2 vvb d dt n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6869 yet people do not stir, they are dead in their sins, they cannot hear the Minister, no, it must be a louder voice, yet people do not stir, they Are dead in their Sins, they cannot hear the Minister, no, it must be a Louder voice, av n1 vdb xx vvi, pns32 vbr j p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1, uh-dx, pn31 vmb vbi dt jc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6870 and one that is more powerful and effectual, unlesse the Lord come and bid a man beleeve, he can never do it, and one that is more powerful and effectual, unless the Lord come and bid a man believe, he can never do it, cc pi cst vbz av-dc j cc j, cs dt n1 vvb cc vvi dt n1 vvi, pns31 vmb av-x vdi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6871 therefore, John 5. 26. See what Christ saith, Verily I say unto you, that the hour shall come, Therefore, John 5. 26. See what christ Says, Verily I say unto you, that the hour shall come, av, np1 crd crd n1 q-crq np1 vvz, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst dt n1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6872 when the dead shall heare the voice of the Sonne of God; when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God; c-crq dt j vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6873 here comes an Almighty voice, that speaks to the raising of a man out of the death of sinne to the life of righteousnesse and faith, Here comes an Almighty voice, that speaks to the raising of a man out of the death of sin to the life of righteousness and faith, av vvz dt j-jn n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6874 and he shews that there is a voice of Christ that speaks to the soul, that though the soul be dead, and he shows that there is a voice of christ that speaks to the soul, that though the soul be dead, cc pns31 vvz cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cst cs dt n1 vbb j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6875 yet it shall heare and live; so Ephesians 5. 14. and were it not for this call no man could beleeve. yet it shall hear and live; so Ephesians 5. 14. and were it not for this call no man could believe. av pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi; av np1 crd crd cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d vvb dx n1 vmd vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 577 Page 61
6876 That so they may have a ground for their faith, the soul cannot first beleeve, and then come to the promise; That so they may have a ground for their faith, the soul cannot First believe, and then come to the promise; cst av pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, dt n1 vmbx ord vvi, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 61
6877 but the Lord brings the promise first, and then makes the soul to beleeve; but the Lord brings the promise First, and then makes the soul to believe; cc-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 ord, cc av vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 61
6878 he lets in the promise first, and then causeth the soul to lay hold upon it; he lets in the promise First, and then Causes the soul to lay hold upon it; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 ord, cc av vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 61
6879 the soul doth not first come, and then look to the promise; the soul does not First come, and then look to the promise; dt n1 vdz xx ord vvn, cc av vvb p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 61
6880 but the soul first looks upon the promise, and then beleeves as you may see, Psal. 119. 49. it is the speech of the Prophet David, Remember thy Word O Lord, wherein thou hast caused thy servant to trust, the Lord lets in a word of promise into Davids heart, but the soul First looks upon the promise, and then believes as you may see, Psalm 119. 49. it is the speech of the Prophet David, remember thy Word Oh Lord, wherein thou hast caused thy servant to trust, the Lord lets in a word of promise into Davids heart, cc-acp dt n1 ord vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av vvz p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, vvb po21 n1 uh n1, c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 61
6881 then caused him to hope in it, and made him look upon it as a thing tendred and propounded to him, then caused him to hope in it, and made him look upon it as a thing tendered and propounded to him, av vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvd pno31 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6882 and so made him relic upon it; and so made him relic upon it; cc av vvd pno31 n1 p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6883 if it were not for this call of God, who were able to beleeve? for without this call, the soul when it seeth its dulnesse, if it were not for this call of God, who were able to believe? for without this call, the soul when it sees its dulness, cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi? p-acp p-acp d vvb, dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6884 and deadnesse, and untowardnesse, and unworthinesse, it would go away, it would say, I cannot look to the promise, I cannot do this and that; and I have no faith; and deadness, and untowardness, and unworthiness, it would go away, it would say, I cannot look to the promise, I cannot do this and that; and I have no faith; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, pn31 vmd vvi av, pn31 vmd vvi, pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmbx vdi d cc d; cc pns11 vhb dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6885 and what have I to do with the promise; and what have I to do with the promise; cc q-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6886 therefore the Lord when he effectually calls a man, he lets in the sight of his promises, he holds forth his free and gracious promises; Therefore the Lord when he effectually calls a man, he lets in the sighed of his promises, he holds forth his free and gracious promises; av dt n1 c-crq pns31 av-j vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vvz av po31 j cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6887 so that now the soul can say, the Lord calls me by his grace, and though I be never so wretched and my heart be stark naught, so that now the soul can say, the Lord calls me by his grace, and though I be never so wretched and my heart be stark nought, av cst av dt n1 vmb vvi, dt n1 vvz pno11 p-acp po31 n1, cc cs pns11 vbb av-x av j cc po11 n1 vbi av-j pi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6888 though I be as reprobate to every good word and work, as the vilest in the world; though I be as Reprobate to every good word and work, as the Vilest in the world; cs pns11 vbb a-acp j-jn p-acp d j n1 cc n1, c-acp dt js p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6889 yet here is a free offer, and I will relie upon it, it is tendred unto me ▪ otherwise why should God propound it so freely? why should he hold it forth so indifferently? why should he confirm it with the blood of his own Son? why should there be the Sac〈 … 〉s and so many Seal; yet Here is a free offer, and I will rely upon it, it is tendered unto me ▪ otherwise why should God propound it so freely? why should he hold it forth so indifferently? why should he confirm it with the blood of his own Son? why should there be the Sac〈 … 〉s and so many Seal; av av vbz dt j n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno11 ▪ av q-crq vmd np1 vvi pn31 av av-j? q-crq vmd pns31 vvi pn31 av av av-j? q-crq vmd pns31 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1? q-crq vmd pc-acp vbi dt np1 … vbz cc av d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6890 to establish the truth of it? and why doth he propound it so freely to me? when he looks upon the promise, the promise makes him believe the freenesse of it, the universality of it, the indifferent•y of it to as many as will have it; to establish the truth of it? and why does he propound it so freely to me? when he looks upon the promise, the promise makes him believe the freeness of it, the universality of it, the indifferent•y of it to as many as will have it; pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31? cc q-crq vdz pns31 vvi pn31 av av-j p-acp pno11? c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp c-acp d c-acp vmb vhi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6891 the Lord puts power into the promise to affect the heart, & fire the heart, there is so much truth and goodness in the promise as is able to make the soul beleeve when God speaks it to the heart, it is such a good promise, the Lord puts power into the promise to affect the heart, & fire the heart, there is so much truth and Goodness in the promise as is able to make the soul believe when God speaks it to the heart, it is such a good promise, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, pc-acp vbz av d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb c-crq np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz d dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6892 and such a free promise, and so Yea and Amen in Christ Jesus to all that do but rest upon it; and such a free promise, and so Yea and Amen in christ jesus to all that do but rest upon it; cc d dt j n1, cc av uh cc uh-n p-acp np1 np1 p-acp d cst vdb p-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6893 the Lord holds the promise before a ma•s eyes, and saith here is a promise for thee, beleeve, here is mercy, here is favour, here is pardon, here is peace, here is Christ, here is strength, here is wis〈 … 〉 thou art a fool, here is wisdome for thee to direct thee; the Lord holds the promise before a ma•s eyes, and Says Here is a promise for thee, believe, Here is mercy, Here is favour, Here is pardon, Here is peace, Here is christ, Here is strength, Here is wis〈 … 〉 thou art a fool, Here is Wisdom for thee to Direct thee; dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n2, cc vvz av vbz dt n1 p-acp pno21, vvb, av vbz n1, av vbz n1, av vbz n1, av vbz n1, av vbz np1, av vbz n1, av vbz n1 … 〉 pns21 vb2r dt n1, av vbz n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6894 thou art weak 〈 ◊ 〉 strength for thee to enable thee; do but rely upon me, and thou s〈 … 〉 have it; thou art weak 〈 ◊ 〉 strength for thee to enable thee; do but rely upon me, and thou s〈 … 〉 have it; pns21 vb2r j 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pno21; vdb p-acp vvi p-acp pno11, cc pns21 n1 … 〉 vhb pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6895 the soul doth not first believe the promise, and then take it; the soul does not First believe the promise, and then take it; dt n1 vdz xx ord vvi dt n1, cc av vvb pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6896 but the Lord first propounds the promise to the soul, and makes the soul look up to God in his promise, I am a vile sinner, but the Lord First propounds the promise to the soul, and makes the soul look up to God in his promise, I am a vile sinner, cc-acp dt n1 ord vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6897 but with the Lord there is mercy, and I have a cursed spirit within me; but with the Lord there is power to subdue it: but with the Lord there is mercy, and I have a cursed Spirit within me; but with the Lord there is power to subdue it: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbz n1, cc pns11 vhb dt j-vvn n1 p-acp pno11; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6898 the truth of the promise and the power of God going with it, makes the soul beleeve it, the truth of the promise and the power of God going with it, makes the soul believe it, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pn31, vvz dt n1 vvb pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6899 and this is the reason when God would renew the saith of his people, he gives them as it were a new call, and this is the reason when God would renew the Says of his people, he gives them as it were a new call, cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vmd vvi dt vvz pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31 vbdr dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6900 and holds the promise afresh before them, as Gen. 17. 1. I am God alsufficient, walk b〈 … 〉 me and be upright, as who should say, Abraham, go not away from me, 〈 ◊ 〉 not any where else; and holds the promise afresh before them, as Gen. 17. 1. I am God All-sufficient, walk b〈 … 〉 me and be upright, as who should say, Abraham, go not away from me, 〈 ◊ 〉 not any where Else; cc vvz dt n1 av p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 crd crd pns11 vbm np1 j, vvb n1 … 〉 pno11 cc vbi j, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, np1, vvb xx av p-acp pno11, 〈 sy 〉 xx av-d c-crq av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6901 thou mayest have any thing in me, I am God Alm•g•ty beleeve in me, keep by me, go not from me, thou Mayest have any thing in me, I am God Alm•g•ty believe in me, keep by me, go not from me, pns21 vm2 vhi d n1 p-acp pno11, pns11 vbm np1 n1 vvb p-acp pno11, vvb p-acp pno11, vvb xx p-acp pno11, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6902 but walk before me all the dayes of thy life, and I will be a God unto thee, but walk before me all the days of thy life, and I will be a God unto thee, cc-acp vvb p-acp pno11 d dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, cc pns11 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6903 and in blessing I will blesse thee, therefore Rom. 9. 8. the people of God are called the children 〈 … 〉ise, because the promise breeds them, and in blessing I will bless thee, Therefore Rom. 9. 8. the people of God Are called the children 〈 … 〉ise, Because the promise breeds them, cc p-acp n1 pns11 vmb vvi pno21, av np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn dt n2 〈 … vvi, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6904 and converts them, and is the ground of all unto them, they are the very children of the promise; and converts them, and is the ground of all unto them, they Are the very children of the promise; cc vvz pno32, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6905 now here be three things I would shew unto you. now Here be three things I would show unto you. av av vbi crd n2 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22. (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6906 First, why this act is attributed to the ••the•, the Father speaks to the soul, the soul hears it and so comes. First, why this act is attributed to the ••the•, the Father speaks to the soul, the soul hears it and so comes. ord, c-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pn31 cc av vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6907 Secondly, what speech this is, which the soul hears and so comes to God by faith. Secondly, what speech this is, which the soul hears and so comes to God by faith. ord, r-crq n1 d vbz, r-crq dt n1 vvz cc av vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6908 Thirdly, how a man may know whither he hath heard this voice or no. Thirdly, how a man may know whither he hath herd this voice or no. ord, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1 cc uh-dx. (7) treatise (DIV2) 578 Page 62
6909 First, why this act is attributed to the Father, Every man that hath heard and learned of the Father, &c. the Father speaks, First, why this act is attributed to the Father, Every man that hath herd and learned of the Father, etc. the Father speaks, ord, c-crq d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, d n1 cst vhz vvn cc j pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 579 Page 62
6910 and the soul hears from the Father. I answer; and the soul hears from the Father. I answer; cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1. pns11 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 579 Page 62
6911 First, not as though Christ did not speak, but he came to send them to to the Father, go to him and hear him, that is not the meaning of it, no, Christ cuts off all such thoughts in the next verse, Every man that hath heard and learned of the Father, &c. not that any man hath seen the Father, &c. as who should say, I do not mean that you should runne to the Father, First, not as though christ did not speak, but he Come to send them to to the Father, go to him and hear him, that is not the meaning of it, no, christ cuts off all such thoughts in the next verse, Every man that hath herd and learned of the Father, etc. not that any man hath seen the Father, etc. as who should say, I do not mean that you should run to the Father, ord, xx c-acp cs np1 vdd xx vvi, cc-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno31 cc vvi pno31, cst vbz xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, uh-dx, np1 vvz a-acp d d n2 p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 cst vhz vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, av xx d d n1 vhz vvn dt n1, av p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns11 vdb xx vvi cst pn22 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 580 Page 62
6912 as though I were not able to teach you, no man can go to the Father; as though I were not able to teach you, no man can go to the Father; c-acp cs pns11 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi pn22, dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 580 Page 62
6913 he dwells in light that is unaproachable, no man can come to the Father but by me. he dwells in Light that is unaproachable, no man can come to the Father but by me. pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cst vbz j, dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc-acp p-acp pno11. (7) treatise (DIV2) 580 Page 63
6914 Mat. 11. 27. All things are delivered to me of my Father, &c. you see here, that is not the meaning of it, Christ is a sufficient Doctor, he is the great Prophet of his Church, Mathew 11. 27. All things Are Delivered to me of my Father, etc. you see Here, that is not the meaning of it, christ is a sufficient Doctor, he is the great Prophet of his Church, np1 crd crd d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno11 pp-f po11 n1, av pn22 vvb av, cst vbz xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 580 Page 63
6915 and is able to instruct his people, therefore that is not the meaning of it. and is able to instruct his people, Therefore that is not the meaning of it. cc vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av cst vbz xx dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 580 Page 63
6916 Secondly, not as though we should set up a conceited distinction of works in the Trinity, Secondly, not as though we should Set up a conceited distinction of works in the Trinity, ord, xx c-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi a-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6917 as though a man should say, now a man is under the work of the Father, as though a man should say, now a man is under the work of the Father, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi, av dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6918 and then under the work of the Sonne, and then under the work of the holy Ghost (as some imagine,) sometimes the soul is under the work of the Father, and then under the work of the Son, and then under the work of the holy Ghost (as Some imagine,) sometime the soul is under the work of the Father, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 (c-acp d vvb,) av dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6919 as when the soul doth not beleeve the Father draws it and pulls it; as when the soul does not believe the Father draws it and pulls it; c-acp c-crq dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 vvz pn31 cc vvz pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6920 and when it beleeves, then it is under the work of the Sonne, and he works upon the conscience, and justifies, it; and when it believes, then it is under the work of the Son, and he works upon the conscience, and Justifies, it; cc c-crq pn31 vvz, cs pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz, pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6921 and afterwards it is under the work of the holy Ghost, when it is sealed with the Spirit of promise, these things are true, and afterwards it is under the work of the holy Ghost, when it is sealed with the Spirit of promise, these things Are true, cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d n2 vbr j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6922 yet this is not the meaning, neither doth our Saviour Christ intend any such construction, neither have we any warrant for any such distinction of works; yet this is not the meaning, neither does our Saviour christ intend any such construction, neither have we any warrant for any such distinction of works; av d vbz xx dt n1, av-dx vdz po12 n1 np1 vvb d d n1, dx vhb pns12 d vvb p-acp d d n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6923 for as this act of drawing is here given to the Father, so John 11. it is given to the Sonne; for as this act of drawing is Here given to the Father, so John 11. it is given to the Son; c-acp c-acp d n1 pp-f vvg vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, av np1 crd pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6924 When I am listed up I will draw all men unto me, and as we say the soul hears the Father, When I am listed up I will draw all men unto me, and as we say the soul hears the Father, c-crq pns11 vbm vvd a-acp pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp pno11, cc c-acp pns12 vvb dt n1 vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6925 so it heares the Son also, John 5. 25. so that these are but conceits, so it hears the Son also, John 5. 25. so that these Are but conceits, av pn31 vvz dt n1 av, np1 crd crd av cst d vbr p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6926 and as the seal is given to the Spirit, so it is given to the Father and the Son sometimes, and as the seal is given to the Spirit, so it is given to the Father and the Son sometime, cc p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6927 therefore to say that the soul is now under the work of the Father, and now under the work of the Sonne, Therefore to say that the soul is now under the work of the Father, and now under the work of the Son, av pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6928 and now under the work of the holy Ghost, these things are not warrantable in Scripture; and now under the work of the holy Ghost, these things Are not warrantable in Scripture; cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, d n2 vbr xx j p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6929 but the meaning is this, our Saviour meeting with the stubbornnesse of the Jews that would not believe, but the meaning is this, our Saviour meeting with the stubbornness of the jews that would not believe, cc-acp dt n1 vbz d, po12 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 cst vmd xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6930 but murmured and repined at his doctrine; but murmured and repined At his Doctrine; cc-acp vvd cc vvd p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6931 he puts in this, no man cometh unto me, except the Father draweth him, he means their utter inability of coming to him by nature, he puts in this, no man comes unto me, except the Father draws him, he means their utter inability of coming to him by nature, pns31 vvz p-acp d, dx n1 vvz p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vvz po32 j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6932 unlesse it be given them from above; unless it be given them from above; cs pn31 vbb vvn pno32 p-acp a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6933 if he had spoken of it againe, may be would have said no man cometh unto me, except the Spirit draweth him; if he had spoken of it again, may be would have said no man comes unto me, except the Spirit draws him; cs pns31 vhd vvn pp-f pn31 av, vmb vbi vmd vhi vvn dx n1 vvz p-acp pno11, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6934 you must know that all the acts of the blessed Trinity are indevidable; you must know that all the acts of the blessed Trinity Are indevidable; pn22 vmb vvi cst d dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn np1 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6935 'tis true, the Father, as he is first in order of subsistance, so he is first in order of operation and working, it's true, the Father, as he is First in order of subsistence, so he is First in order of operation and working, pn31|vbz j, dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz ord p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av pns31 vbz ord p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6936 but look what one works all work, one act flows from them all, as it is said, you are washed in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Spirit had a hand in the same work, they all do the same work; but look what one works all work, one act flows from them all, as it is said, you Are washed in the Name of the Lord jesus christ, and the Spirit had a hand in the same work, they all do the same work; cc-acp vvb r-crq crd vvz d n1, crd n1 vvz p-acp pno32 d, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cc dt n1 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt d n1, pns32 d vdb dt d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6937 for any further meaning of this, I know not any warrant. for any further meaning of this, I know not any warrant. p-acp d jc n1 pp-f d, pns11 vvb xx d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 581 Page 63
6938 The second thing is, what this voice is that the Father doth speak to the soul, The second thing is, what this voice is that the Father does speak to the soul, dt ord n1 vbz, r-crq d n1 vbz d dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 582 Page 63
6939 and so the soul is made to come to Christ? and so the soul is made to come to christ? cc av dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 582 Page 63
6940 I answer, you must not conceive that here is any voice distinct from the Word, it is but imaginary and notional, I answer, you must not conceive that Here is any voice distinct from the Word, it is but imaginary and notional, pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb xx vvi cst av vbz d n1 j p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 583 Page 63
6941 when men dream of any other Relations besides the Word; it is not a proper, but a metaphorical speech, and it consists in two things. when men dream of any other Relations beside the Word; it is not a proper, but a metaphorical speech, and it consists in two things. c-crq n2 vvb pp-f d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1; pn31 vbz xx dt j, cc-acp dt j n1, cc pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 583 Page 63
6942 First, in opening a mans senses. Secondly, in removing a mans lamenesse and inability. First, in opening a men Senses. Secondly, in removing a men lameness and inability. ord, p-acp vvg dt ng1 n2. ord, p-acp vvg dt ng1 n1 cc n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 584 Page 63
6943 First, in opening a mans senses, in opening a mans understanding, a mans understanding is quite blinded, First, in opening a men Senses, in opening a men understanding, a men understanding is quite blinded, ord, p-acp vvg dt ng1 n2, p-acp vvg dt ng1 n1, dt ng1 n1 vbz av vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 63
6944 and cannot see the things of God; and cannot see the things of God; cc vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 63
6945 and though a man literally know all the cripture, yet notwithstanding there is a veile upon his eyes, and though a man literally know all the cripture, yet notwithstanding there is a veil upon his eyes, cc cs dt n1 av-j vvi d dt n1, av c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 63
6946 and he doth not see the excellency and glory of it; and he does not see the excellency and glory of it; cc pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 63
6947 now when the Spirit of God comes and anoints a mans eyes, and takes away the scales that they fall off from his eyes, the man now begins with open face to see the glory of God, now when the Spirit of God comes and anoints a men eyes, and Takes away the scales that they fallen off from his eyes, the man now begins with open face to see the glory of God, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz cc vvz dt ng1 n2, cc vvz av dt n2 cst pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 av vvz p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 63
6948 and the glorious Gospel of God; and the glorious Gospel of God; cc dt j n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 63
6949 the natural man saw the Gospel to be a glorious thing, yet the God of this world blinded his eyes that he could not see it in this glorious manner; the natural man saw the Gospel to be a glorious thing, yet the God of this world blinded his eyes that he could not see it in this glorious manner; dt j n1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvd po31 n2 cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 63
6950 now when the Spirit of the Father comes to call a man effectually, he doth anoint a mans eyes, Esay 35. 5. The eyes of the blinde shall see, he makes a man to see the wonders of Gods Law, to see his gracious promises in Jesus Christ, the freenesse of them, the indifferency of them, that they are propounded to every man that hath an heart to them, now when the Spirit of the Father comes to call a man effectually, he does anoint a men eyes, Isaiah 35. 5. The eyes of the blind shall see, he makes a man to see the wonders of God's Law, to see his gracious promises in jesus christ, the freeness of them, the indifferency of them, that they Are propounded to every man that hath an heart to them, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j, pns31 vdz vvi dt ng1 n2, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt j vmb vvi, pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 p-acp np1 np1, dt n1 pp-f pno32, dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 cst vhz dt n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6951 and hungers and thirsts after them; and hunger's and thirsts After them; cc n2 cc vvz p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6952 so that the Lord doth as it were say to the soul, here are the promises, here you see them, beleeve in me, this is the speech of the Father, these are the promises, this is the happinesse, so that the Lord does as it were say to the soul, Here Are the promises, Here you see them, believe in me, this is the speech of the Father, these Are the promises, this is the happiness, av cst dt n1 vdz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvi p-acp dt n1, av vbr dt n2, av pn22 vvb pno32, vvb p-acp pno11, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vbr dt n2, d vbz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6953 if you will embrace it, you may be happy for ever; if you will embrace it, you may be happy for ever; cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31, pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6954 now the world, and profits, and pieasures are not such a thing, you may be damned for all them, now the world, and profits, and pieasures Are not such a thing, you may be damned for all them, av dt n1, cc n2, cc n2 vbr xx d dt n1, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6955 therefore come unto me and you shall have eternal happinesse; Therefore come unto me and you shall have Eternal happiness; av vvb p-acp pno11 cc pn22 vmb vhi j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6956 thus the Spirit of the Father sheweth the soul the glory of the wayes of Jesus Christ, thus the Spirit of the Father shows the soul the glory of the ways of jesus christ, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6957 and the glory of the promises, here they are, beleeve, that is the first. and the glory of the promises, Here they Are, believe, that is the First. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av pns32 vbr, vvb, cst vbz dt ord. (7) treatise (DIV2) 586 Page 64
6958 Secondly, he opens the sense of hearing, for as the minde of a man is stark blinde, Secondly, he Opens the sense of hearing, for as the mind of a man is stark blind, ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f vvg, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6959 and cannot see the things of God; so the heart of a man is stark dead, and cannot hearken to God; and cannot see the things of God; so the heart of a man is stark dead, and cannot harken to God; cc vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j j, cc vmbx vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6960 a man hath no ears by nature to hear God speak to him, till the Lord comes and opens his ears, a man hath no ears by nature to hear God speak to him, till the Lord comes and Opens his ears, dt n1 vhz dx n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 vvz cc vvz po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6961 as the Prophet speaks, Esay 35. 5. The ears of the deaf shall hear; as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 35. 5. The ears of the deaf shall hear; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt j vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6962 when the Lord comes to open the ears of the deaf, now the soul begins to hear, when the Lord comes to open the ears of the deaf, now the soul begins to hear, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6963 before it was like the deafe adder, that could not hear the voice of the charmer, charme he never so wisely; before it was like the deaf adder, that could not hear the voice of the charmer, charm he never so wisely; c-acp pn31 vbds av-j dt j n1, cst vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pns31 av-x av av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6964 though he heard never so many Sermons, he yet heard none, his hearing was to no purpose, in hearing he heard, but perceived not; though he herd never so many Sermons, he yet herd none, his hearing was to no purpose, in hearing he herd, but perceived not; cs pns31 vvd av av d n2, pns31 av vvd pix, po31 n-vvg vbds p-acp dx n1, p-acp vvg pns31 vvd, cc-acp vvd xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6965 but when the Lord comes and takes away the uncircumcision of the eare, the soul now begins to heare and hearken to him; but when the Lord comes and Takes away the uncircumcision of the ear, the soul now begins to hear and harken to him; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 av vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6966 now the stone begins to vanish out of the heart, and flesh and feeling comes in the place thereof; now the stone begins to vanish out of the heart, and Flesh and feeling comes in the place thereof; av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1, cc n1 cc n-vvg vvz p-acp dt n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6967 the soul is ready to say as Samuel, Speak Lord, thy servant heareth; the soul is ready to say as Samuel, Speak Lord, thy servant hears; dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vvb n1, po21 n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6968 now the soul begins to hear a Sermon, to hear a counsel, to hear a threatning, now the soul begins to hear a Sermon, to hear a counsel, to hear a threatening, av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6969 when the Lord begins to open the ear, this is another thing whereby the soul is able to hear what the Lord saith. when the Lord begins to open the ear, this is Another thing whereby the soul is able to hear what the Lord Says. c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, d vbz j-jn n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 587 Page 64
6970 Again, this voice consists in taking away a mans lamnesse, for as a man was perverted, Again, this voice consists in taking away a men lamnesse, for as a man was perverted, av, d n1 vvz p-acp vvg av dt ng1 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 588 Page 64
6971 and this was taken away by opening the ear, yet now a man is lame, and this was taken away by opening the ear, yet now a man is lame, cc d vbds vvn av p-acp vvg dt n1, av av dt n1 vbz j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 588 Page 64
6972 and cannot come to Christ, therefore the Lord takes away his lamenesse, Esay 35. 5. The feet of the lame shall walk; and cannot come to christ, Therefore the Lord Takes away his lameness, Isaiah 35. 5. The feet of the lame shall walk; cc vmbx vvi p-acp np1, av dt n1 vvz av po31 n1, np1 crd crd dt n2 pp-f dt j vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 588 Page 64
6973 First, he makes the soul walk, and afterwards run, and at last to flie as an Eagle; First, he makes the soul walk, and afterwards run, and At last to fly as an Eagl; ord, pns31 vvz dt n1 vvb, cc av vvn, cc p-acp ord pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 588 Page 64
6974 First, it walks, you shall walk in my statutes, and afterwards runnes and flies as an Eagle; First, it walks, you shall walk in my statutes, and afterwards runs and flies as an Eagl; ord, pn31 vvz, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n2, cc av vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 588 Page 64
6975 thus you see what this voice is. Now there be two reasons why it is called a voice. thus you see what this voice is. Now there be two Reasons why it is called a voice. av pn22 vvb r-crq d n1 vbz. av pc-acp vbi crd n2 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 588 Page 64
6976 First, because it is a thing joyned with the Word, because it is all one together with the Word, First, Because it is a thing joined with the Word, Because it is all one together with the Word, ord, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz d pi av p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 589 Page 64
6977 as Rom. 10. 17. Faith comes by hearing, he doth not mean their onely outward hearing, as Rom. 10. 17. Faith comes by hearing, he does not mean their only outward hearing, c-acp np1 crd crd n1 vvz p-acp vvg, pns31 vdz xx vvi po32 j j n-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 589 Page 64
6978 for faith will not come by outward hearing, but he means the hearing of the outward ear, for faith will not come by outward hearing, but he means the hearing of the outward ear, p-acp n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp j n-vvg, cc-acp pns31 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 589 Page 64
6979 and this hearing of the Father speaking to the heart, and so faith comes and this hearing of the Father speaking to the heart, and so faith comes cc d vvg pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc av n1 vvz (7) treatise (DIV2) 589 Page 64
6980 Secondly, because it hath a similitude of a voice, the soul doth as it were hear a voice speaking to it, not as though the acts you heard of even now can distinctly be known, he doth them not vocally, he doth not open the eyes, Secondly, Because it hath a similitude of a voice, the soul does as it were hear a voice speaking to it, not as though the acts you herd of even now can distinctly be known, he does them not vocally, he does not open the eyes, ord, c-acp pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vdz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvb dt n1 vvg p-acp pn31, xx c-acp cs dt n2 pn22 vvd pp-f av av vmb av-j vbi vvn, pns31 vdz pno32 xx av-j, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6981 and open the ear vocally, but as the blind man said, One thing I know, that whereas I was blind, now I see; and open the ear vocally, but as the blind man said, One thing I know, that whereas I was blind, now I see; cc vvi dt n1 av-j, cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 vvd, crd n1 pns11 vvb, cst cs pns11 vbds j, av pns11 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6982 but how he came to see, that he could not tell; but how he Come to see, that he could not tell; p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6983 so when the Spirit comes and speaks to his heart, a man can tell no more the way of the Spirit then he can tell how the wind blows, so when the Spirit comes and speaks to his heart, a man can tell no more the Way of the Spirit then he can tell how the wind blows, av c-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cs pns31 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6984 or the fashioning of the bones in the womb; or the fashioning of the bones in the womb; cc dt vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6985 what man can expresse the manner of Gods secret working? could the Apostles see the breath of Christ breathed upon them, what man can express the manner of God's secret working? could the Apostles see the breath of christ breathed upon them, r-crq n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 j-jn n-vvg? vmd dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6986 when he said, receive ye the holy Ghost? no, they could not; when he said, receive you the holy Ghost? no, they could not; c-crq pns31 vvd, vvb pn22 dt j n1? av-dx, pns32 vmd xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6987 the acts of the Spirit upon the soul cannot be discerned, but as the blind man said, once I was blinde, but now I see, so a man may say, the acts of the Spirit upon the soul cannot be discerned, but as the blind man said, once I was blind, but now I see, so a man may say, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp c-acp dt j n1 vvd, a-acp pns11 vbds j, cc-acp av pns11 vvb, av dt n1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6988 whereas I was deaf, now I can hear the voice of God; and happy is the man that can say this, but the things cannot be discerned, whereas I was deaf, now I can hear the voice of God; and happy is the man that can say this, but the things cannot be discerned, cs pns11 vbds j, av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; cc j vbz dt n1 cst vmb vvi d, cc-acp dt n2 vmbx vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6989 but at the same time, when the Lord works these acts; but At the same time, when the Lord works these acts; cc-acp p-acp dt d n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 64
6990 the soul doth as it were hear a speech, mentally and spiritualy in the soul, Esay 30 22. Thou shalt hear a voice behind thee, saying, this is the way, walk in it, so the Lord speaks to the soul, this is the way, the soul does as it were hear a speech, mentally and spiritually in the soul, Isaiah 30 22. Thou shalt hear a voice behind thee, saying, this is the Way, walk in it, so the Lord speaks to the soul, this is the Way, dt n1 vdz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvb dt n1, av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno21, vvg, d vbz dt n1, vvb p-acp pn31, av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, d vbz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 65
6991 and this is the promise, and this is the Gospel of peace, and this is the mercy that I offer unto thee, beleeve it, the Lord makes the soule as it were heare a voice, the Lord speakes, and this is the promise, and this is the Gospel of peace, and this is the mercy that I offer unto thee, believe it, the Lord makes the soul as it were hear a voice, the Lord speaks, cc d vbz dt n1, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d vbz dt n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, vvb pn31, dt n1 vvz dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr av dt n1, dt n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 65
6992 and the soul hears, it is done after such a manner, so effectually, as if the Lord did speak to the heart; and the soul hears, it is done After such a manner, so effectually, as if the Lord did speak to the heart; cc dt n1 vvz, pn31 vbz vdn p-acp d dt n1, av av-j, c-acp cs dt n1 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 65
6993 I will allure her into the Wildernesse, the Lord doth as it were entice a man, I will allure her into the Wilderness, the Lord does as it were entice a man, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vdz p-acp pn31 vbdr vvb dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 65
6994 thus and thus it shall be with thee if thou wilt follow me, it is done after such a manner, thus and thus it shall be with thee if thou wilt follow me, it is done After such a manner, av cc av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno21 cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno11, pn31 vbz vdn p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 65
6995 therefore it is called a voice. Therefore it is called a voice. av pn31 vbz vvn dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 590 Page 65
6996 The third thing is, how we may know whether the soul hath heard this voice or no? I answer; The third thing is, how we may know whither the soul hath herd this voice or no? I answer; dt ord n1 vbz, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi cs dt n1 vhz vvn d n1 cc av-dx? pns11 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 591 Page 65
6997 first, there is a power goeth along with the Word, when this voice of the Father goeth with it; First, there is a power Goes along with the Word, when this voice of the Father Goes with it; ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
6998 there is a power put into the promises, not only the Minister speaks them, or the bare letter of the word utters them, there is a power put into the promises, not only the Minister speaks them, or the bore Letter of the word utters them, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n2, xx av-j dt n1 vvz pno32, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
6999 but when the Spirit speaks with them, there is a power goeth along with them, as John 6. 44. there is a power to draw the heart; but when the Spirit speaks with them, there is a power Goes along with them, as John 6. 44. there is a power to draw the heart; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 crd crd a-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7000 when the Lord calls a man, when he speaks to a man ▪ he puts a power into the promise, that it draws the heart of a man, the truth, the goodness, the excellency, freenesse, attainableness of it, the Lord puts a power into these things to draw the heart, when the Lord calls a man, when he speaks to a man ▪ he puts a power into the promise, that it draws the heart of a man, the truth, the Goodness, the excellency, freeness, attainableness of it, the Lord puts a power into these things to draw the heart, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 ▪ pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, n1, n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7001 so that that man is drawn to look after heaven, and come to God from day to day, the excellency and incomparable worth of these things, having the power of God in them, woeth the heart, so that that man is drawn to look After heaven, and come to God from day to day, the excellency and incomparable worth of these things, having the power of God in them, woeth the heart, av cst d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f d n2, vhg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7002 and enticeth it, and draws it, and hales it to come to God, and weaneth it from the world, and entices it, and draws it, and Hales it to come to God, and weaneth it from the world, cc vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7003 and he lets them go more and more, not seeing such worth in them to draw his minde away more and more; and he lets them go more and more, not seeing such worth in them to draw his mind away more and more; cc pns31 vvz pno32 vvi dc cc av-dc, xx vvg d n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av av-dc cc av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7004 hence the Gospell is call'd the power of God to salvation, Rom. 16. 6. when God calls a man by the Gospel ▪ he puts a power into all the promises, to draw a man home, to pull a man effectually and powerfully unto him, he is enamoured of them, hence the Gospel is called the power of God to salvation, Rom. 16. 6. when God calls a man by the Gospel ▪ he puts a power into all the promises, to draw a man home, to pull a man effectually and powerfully unto him, he is enamoured of them, av dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd r-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 ▪ pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d dt n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-an, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz vvn pp-f pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7005 and must have them, and will have them, and casts himself upon God, for the having of them, and must have them, and will have them, and Cast himself upon God, for the having of them, cc vmb vhi pno32, cc vmb vhi pno32, cc vvz px31 p-acp np1, p-acp dt vhg pp-f pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7006 when any soul obeyeth the call of God, what is the reason that it obeyeth it? it feels a power in the Word, in the promises of God, when any soul Obeyeth the call of God, what is the reason that it Obeyeth it? it feels a power in the Word, in the promises of God, c-crq d n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst pn31 vvz pn31? pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7007 when he hears it preached, as 1 Thes. 1. 5. Our Gospel came not unto you in Word onely, but in power; when he hears it preached, as 1 Thebes 1. 5. Our Gospel Come not unto you in Word only, but in power; c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 vvn, c-acp crd np1 crd crd po12 n1 vvd xx p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7008 the Lord calling of these good, Thes. By his grace, there was a power went along with the Word, the Lord calling of these good, Thebes By his grace, there was a power went along with the Word, dt n1 vvg pp-f d j, np1 p-acp po31 n1, a-acp vbds dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7009 and made them receive the Word, and that drew their hearts to take it, though by nature they were averse from it, and made them receive the Word, and that drew their hearts to take it, though by nature they were averse from it, cc vvd pno32 vvi dt n1, cc cst vvd po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, cs p-acp n1 pns32 vbdr j p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7010 though by nature they were stubborn, and rebellious, and would not submit to the Gospel, though by nature they were stubborn, and rebellious, and would not submit to the Gospel, cs p-acp n1 pns32 vbdr j, cc j, cc vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7011 yet when the Lord puts this power into the promise to overwoe the soul more then lusts and sinnes, yet when the Lord puts this power into the promise to overwoe the soul more then Lustiest and Sins, av c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 av-dc cs n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7012 and things of the world could do; and things of the world could do; cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7013 more then the inclinations of the soul could do, it came with a stronger power then all these to the soul, more then the inclinations of the soul could do, it Come with a Stronger power then all these to the soul, dc cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vdi, pn31 vvd p-acp dt jc n1 cs d d p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7014 and this made the soul hear this voice. Secondly, he that hears this voice, hears more then a man, or any creature; and this made the soul hear this voice. Secondly, he that hears this voice, hears more then a man, or any creature; cc d vvd dt n1 vvb d n1. ord, pns31 cst vvz d n1, vvz av-dc cs dt n1, cc d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 592 Page 65
7015 say unto him beleeve, saying unto him, come unto Christ, cast thy selfe upon God, here is mercy, here is a promise; say unto him believe, saying unto him, come unto christ, cast thy self upon God, Here is mercy, Here is a promise; vvb p-acp pno31 vvi, vvg p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp np1, vvb po21 n1 p-acp np1, av vbz n1, av vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7016 here is peace that thou needest, when he doth not onely hear the Minister say it, all the Congregation hears him speak it, Here is peace that thou Needest, when he does not only hear the Minister say it, all the Congregation hears him speak it, av vbz n1 cst pns21 vv2, q-crq pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 vvb pn31, d dt n1 vvz pno31 vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7017 and no man stirs, but when a man hears more then a Minister say so, he feels such a coming of the Word to him, that all the created powers in heaven and earth could never move him in that manner, and no man stirs, but when a man hears more then a Minister say so, he feels such a coming of the Word to him, that all the created Powers in heaven and earth could never move him in that manner, cc dx n1 vvz, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av-dc cs dt n1 vvb av, pns31 vvz d dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst d dt j-vvn n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 vmd av-x vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7018 then he heares the voice of the Spirit of God, for when God calls a man effectually; then he hears the voice of the Spirit of God, for when God calls a man effectually; cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7019 he makes the Gospel a glasse for a man to see the glory of God thorow, he makes the Gospel a glass for a man to see the glory of God thorough, pns31 vvz dt n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7020 as you may see, 2 Cor. 3. 18. he means by the glasse there, the Gospel; as you may see, 2 Cor. 3. 18. he means by the glass there, the Gospel; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 a-acp, dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7021 the Lord when he calls a man, he makes the Gospel a glasse to him, that he may behold the glory of God, the infinite graciousnesse and lovelinesse of God, the infinite goodness, happinesse, the Lord when he calls a man, he makes the Gospel a glass to him, that he may behold the glory of God, the infinite graciousness and loveliness of God, the infinite Goodness, happiness, dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7022 and blessednesse of God, and what an infinite fountaine of all goodnesse he is in his own Son Jesus Christ; and blessedness of God, and what an infinite fountain of all Goodness he is in his own Son jesus christ; cc n1 pp-f np1, cc q-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pns31 vbz p-acp po31 d n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7023 he lets him see, not only the Gospel; he lets him see, not only the Gospel; pns31 vvz pno31 vvi, xx av-j dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7024 every man seeth the Gospel, but every man hath not this glasse, it is not this glasse to him, to let him see the glory of God; every man sees the Gospel, but every man hath not this glass, it is not this glass to him, to let him see the glory of God; d n1 vvz dt n1, cc-acp d n1 vhz xx d n1, pn31 vbz xx d n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7025 when God turns a man he comes with this glorious light thorow the Gospel to his soul, there is a great light shines from heaven about a man, when God turns a man he comes with this glorious Light thorough the Gospel to his soul, there is a great Light shines from heaven about a man, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 65
7026 as there did about Saint Paul; the Gospel it self a light, and every man seeth this light, as there did about Saint Paul; the Gospel it self a Light, and every man sees this Light, c-acp a-acp vdd p-acp n1 np1; dt n1 pn31 n1 dt n1, cc d n1 vvz d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7027 but there is darkness upon the minde still for all that, but when God calls a man there is a great light comes into the soul, you are a chosen generation, &c. 1 Pet. 2 ▪ 9. mark, there is a marvellous deal of light the Lord lets into the soul, that the soul can now see how the devil, but there is darkness upon the mind still for all that, but when God calls a man there is a great Light comes into the soul, you Are a chosen generation, etc. 1 Pet. 2 ▪ 9. mark, there is a marvellous deal of Light the Lord lets into the soul, that the soul can now see how the Devil, cc-acp pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp d d, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn22 vbr dt j-vvn n1, av vvn np1 crd ▪ crd vvb, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f j dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb av vvi c-crq dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7028 and sin, and the world deluded him, and how the world, and all profits and pleasures are a meer painted thing, and since, and the world deluded him, and how the world, and all profits and pleasures Are a mere painted thing, cc n1, cc dt n1 vvn pno31, cc c-crq dt n1, cc d n2 cc n2 vbr dt j j-vvn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7029 and are meerly vexations of Spirit; and Are merely vexations of Spirit; cc vbr av-j n2 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7030 now he sees how to distinguish between things and things, there is a glorious and a marvellous light come in, he sees the wiles of his own heart, now he sees how to distinguish between things and things, there is a glorious and a marvellous Light come in, he sees the wiles of his own heart, av pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbz dt j cc dt j n1 vvn p-acp, pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7031 and how he was beguiled before, and betwitched by the devil before, he seeth all the folly and the Popery of his own heart; and how he was beguiled before, and betwitched by the Devil before, he sees all the folly and the Popery of his own heart; cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 a-acp, pns31 vvz d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7032 such a deal of light comes in that it discovers all so far forth, as is necessary to bring him to God; such a deal of Light comes in that it discovers all so Far forth, as is necessary to bring him to God; d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp cst pn31 vvz d av av-j av, c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7033 now he sees that his moaping and blundering upon his sins, and condemning of himself, it had a form of humility, now he sees that his moping and blundering upon his Sins, and condemning of himself, it had a from of humility, av pns31 vvz cst po31 vvg cc j-vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg pp-f px31, pn31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7034 but it was nothing but pride and stubbornnesse of heart, and he would rather have him be without mercy, but it was nothing but pride and stubbornness of heart, and he would rather have him be without mercy, cc-acp pn31 vbds pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vmd av-c vhi pno31 vbi p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7035 then have it upon Gods termes; then have it upon God's terms; av vhb pn31 p-acp npg1 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7036 he beholding the glory of God, seeth the wyles and deceits of his own soul, this light sheweth him the glory of God, he beholding the glory of God, sees the wiles and Deceits of his own soul, this Light shows him the glory of God, pns31 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 d n1, d n1 vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7037 and propounds to him these things, and makes him beleeve them. and propounds to him these things, and makes him believe them. cc vvz p-acp pno31 d n2, cc vvz pno31 vvi pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 593 Page 66
7038 Thirdly, this same voice of the Father, when the Father speaks to a man, it is the irrefragable propounding of the promise to him, Thirdly, this same voice of the Father, when the Father speaks to a man, it is the irrefragable propounding of the promise to him, ord, d d n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7039 when the promises of the Gospel are delivered in an irrefragable manner, contrary to all the objections of the heart of man, all the pleas that can be brought against it, it comes in an irrefragable manner, when the promises of the Gospel Are Delivered in an irrefragable manner, contrary to all the objections of the heart of man, all the pleasant that can be brought against it, it comes in an irrefragable manner, c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, j-jn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7040 and holds itself before him, that he may believe, not that he may not be tempted to the contrary, and holds itself before him, that he may believe, not that he may not be tempted to the contrary, cc vvz px31 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vvi, xx cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7041 but he sees tha• they are but temptations; but he sees tha• they Are but temptations; cc-acp pns31 vvz n1 pns32 vbr p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7042 O saith the soul, I see I am unwilling to do good duties, what of that? if thou wouldest be willing, the promise is free; Oh Says the soul, I see I am unwilling to do good duties, what of that? if thou Wouldst be willing, the promise is free; uh vvz dt n1, pns11 vvb pns11 vbm j pc-acp vdi j n2, r-crq pp-f d? cs pns21 vmd2 vbi j, dt n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7043 may he, saith the soul, I am full of stubbornnesse, and rebellion, and unprofitableness; may he, Says the soul, I am full of stubbornness, and rebellion, and unprofitableness; vmb pns31, vvz dt n1, pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7044 what of that? that is nothing saith the promise, if thou come to me, I can heal thee of this stubbornnesse, beleeve in me this is the way to be rid of thy stubbornnesse, what of that? that is nothing Says the promise, if thou come to me, I can heal thee of this stubbornness, believe in me this is the Way to be rid of thy stubbornness, q-crq pp-f d? d vbz pix vvz dt n1, cs pns21 vvb p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 pp-f d n1, vvb p-acp pno11 d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po21 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7045 and to have a better heart, and more abilities, as long as it is a burthen to thee; and to have a better heart, and more abilities, as long as it is a burden to thee; cc pc-acp vhi dt jc n1, cc av-dc n2, c-acp av-j c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7046 beleeve in me, it comes in an irrefragable manner, so that the soul can say, I refused comfort all this while, believe in me, it comes in an irrefragable manner, so that the soul can say, I refused Comfort all this while, vvb p-acp pno11, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, av cst dt n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vvd vvi d d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7047 as David saith, Ps. 77. comfort was propounded to me, but I would not have it, I was fullen and peevish and put it off, as David Says, Ps. 77. Comfort was propounded to me, but I would not have it, I was fullen and peevish and put it off, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno11, cc-acp pns11 vmd xx vhi pn31, pns11 vbds j cc j cc vvi pn31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7048 and withstood my own comforts, now the soul seeth its putting off of Gods mercie, and withstood my own comforts, now the soul sees its putting off of God's mercy, cc vvd po11 d n2, av dt n1 vvz po31 vvg a-acp pp-f npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7049 and the forsaking its own mercies, and the gracious proffers tendred to it, I say when the Spirit speaks this voice to the soul, it speaks in a marvellous great and convincing manner, it speaks in a prevailing manner, it speaks over and above all, it speaks in a ravishing manner, it makes the soule see a cornucopia of all good, and the forsaking its own Mercies, and the gracious proffers tendered to it, I say when the Spirit speaks this voice to the soul, it speaks in a marvellous great and convincing manner, it speaks in a prevailing manner, it speaks over and above all, it speaks in a ravishing manner, it makes the soul see a cornucopia of all good, cc dt vvg po31 d n2, cc dt j n2 vvn p-acp pn31, pns11 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j j cc j-vvg n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vvz a-acp cc p-acp d, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f d j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7050 an abundant treasury of all mercy in the ways of God, and in the promises of the Gospel, it makes a man see that whatsoever the heart can wish and desire that is good, it is there to be had, an abundant treasury of all mercy in the ways of God, and in the promises of the Gospel, it makes a man see that whatsoever the heart can wish and desire that is good, it is there to be had, dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb d r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi cc n1 cst vbz j, pn31 vbz a-acp pc-acp vbi vhn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7051 and no where else to be attained, it speaks in an uncontroulable manner to the soul, that the soul can stand out no longer, but must come off. and no where Else to be attained, it speaks in an uncontrollable manner to the soul, that the soul can stand out no longer, but must come off. cc dx c-crq av pc-acp vbi vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi av av-dx av-jc, cc-acp vmb vvi a-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 66
7052 JOHN. 6. 35. He that cometh unto me shall never hunger, and he that believeth in me shall never thirst. JOHN. 6. 35. He that comes unto me shall never hunger, and he that Believeth in me shall never thirst. np1. crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x n1, cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11 vmb av-x vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 594 Page 67
7053 WE have finished the first part of Effectual Calling, and now we come to the second; WE have finished the First part of Effectual Calling, and now we come to the second; pns12 vhb vvn dt ord n1 pp-f j vvg, cc av pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7054 Namely, the answer to this Call; for this is the difference between effectual calling, and that which is not effectual; Namely, the answer to this Call; for this is the difference between effectual calling, and that which is not effectual; av, dt n1 p-acp d n1; p-acp d vbz dt n1 p-acp j n-vvg, cc cst r-crq vbz xx j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7055 the one makes a man come, and the other doth not; the one makes a man come, and the other does not; dt pi vvz dt n1 vvb, cc dt n-jn vdz xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7056 now this coming is by faith, and this we have here in the text, He that cometh unto me, &c. Now before I come to handle this point, I must premise something concerning faith; now this coming is by faith, and this we have Here in the text, He that comes unto me, etc. Now before I come to handle this point, I must premise something Concerning faith; av d vvg vbz p-acp n1, cc d pns12 vhb av p-acp dt n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp pno11, av av a-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, pns11 vmb n1 pi vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7057 Namely, that it is not only a bare assent of the minde that all good things are in Christ, Namely, that it is not only a bore assent of the mind that all good things Are in christ, av, cst pn31 vbz xx av-j dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst d j n2 vbr p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7058 but it is a confidence for the having of all the good things that are in him, it is not only the first act of faith: but it is a confidence for the having of all the good things that Are in him, it is not only the First act of faith: cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt vhg pp-f d dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz xx av-j dt ord n1 pp-f n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7059 Namely, an assent to the truths of the Gospel, that God hath put all treasures of eternal life in his Son; Namely, an assent to the truths of the Gospel, that God hath put all treasures of Eternal life in his Son; av, dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst np1 vhz vvn d n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7060 this I will not speak of, because all, both Papists and Protestants agree in this, that faith is an assent of the minde, this is a controversie on neither side, this I will not speak of, Because all, both Papists and Protestants agree in this, that faith is an assent of the mind, this is a controversy on neither side, d pns11 vmb xx vvi pp-f, c-acp d, d njp2 cc n2 vvb p-acp d, cst n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vbz dt n1 p-acp dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7061 therefore I will omit it But it is the second part or act of faith, which is the believing that in the Lord Jesus Christ he shall have eternal life; Therefore I will omit it But it is the second part or act of faith, which is the believing that in the Lord jesus christ he shall have Eternal life; av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn31 vbz dt ord n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt vvg cst p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 pns31 vmb vhi j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7062 which is an act of the heart, and this is that which I will stand upon, it is a confidence in God and Christ for all good things, which is an act of the heart, and this is that which I will stand upon, it is a confidence in God and christ for all good things, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d vbz d r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp d j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7063 when a man doth not only believe that all the promises of God are yea and amen in Christ, when a man does not only believe that all the promises of God Are yea and Amen in christ, c-crq dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr uh cc uh-n p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7064 but when a man doth fiducially and confidencially bear himself, and rest upon Christ for all these things, he comes to Christ for all good he looks for, this I will prove to be an act of a justifying faith, but when a man does fiducially and confidencially bear himself, and rest upon christ for all these things, he comes to christ for all good he looks for, this I will prove to be an act of a justifying faith, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vdz av-j cc av-j vvi px31, cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d d n2, pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp d j pns31 vvz p-acp, d pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7065 and that I may not be mistaken, I will distinguish; and that I may not be mistaken, I will distinguish; cc cst pns11 vmb xx vbi vvn, pns11 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 595 Page 67
7066 There is a confidence in the power of God, a natural man may believe the power of God, There is a confidence in the power of God, a natural man may believe the power of God, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 596 Page 67
7067 and yet not have a justifying faith, all that had miraculous faith did believe the power of God, and yet not have a justifying faith, all that had miraculous faith did believe the power of God, cc av xx vhi dt vvg n1, d cst vhd j n1 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 596 Page 67
7068 but the Apostle saith, 1 Cor. 13. 2. If I had all faith, that is all miraculous faith, but the Apostle Says, 1 Cor. 13. 2. If I had all faith, that is all miraculous faith, cc-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd cs pns11 vhd d n1, cst vbz d j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 596 Page 67
7069 even to the removing of mountaines without charity it were nothing. even to the removing of Mountains without charity it were nothing. av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp n1 pn31 vbdr pix. (7) treatise (DIV2) 596 Page 67
7070 Secondly, there is an unrooted confidence of the will, which may be in a natural man; Secondly, there is an unrooted confidence of the will, which may be in a natural man; ord, pc-acp vbz dt vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7071 as a natural man may believe that Christ is the only hope of Glory, the only way, the Truth and the Life, the only one, as a natural man may believe that christ is the only hope of Glory, the only Way, the Truth and the Life, the only one, c-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi cst np1 vbz dt j vvb pp-f n1, dt j n1, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt j pi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7072 for whose sake he shall be accepted; for whose sake he shall be accepted; p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7073 as he may assent to this so he may have a kinde of unrooted confidence in these things, which may procure a great deal of peace to his conscience; as he may assent to this so he may have a kind of unrooted confidence in these things, which may procure a great deal of peace to his conscience; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d av pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f vvn n1 p-acp d n2, r-crq vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7074 this is that which Divines call a temporary faith, Mat. 13. for a time they do believe, &c. A natural man may not only believe Christ, this is that which Divines call a temporary faith, Mathew 13. for a time they do believe, etc. A natural man may not only believe christ, d vbz d r-crq vvz vvi dt j n1, np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pns32 vdb vvi, av dt j n1 vmb xx av-j vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7075 but believe in Christ in some sense truly he cannot, but in an unrooted manner, there may be such an act put forth, but believe in christ in Some sense truly he cannot, but in an unrooted manner, there may be such an act put forth, cc-acp vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 av-j pns31 vmbx, cc-acp p-acp dt vvn n1, pc-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 vvd av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7076 though it be not rooted in the heart, this you may see, John 2. 23, 24. Many believed on Christ, saith the text ▪ yet he would not commit himself unto them; though it be not rooted in the heart, this you may see, John 2. 23, 24. Many believed on christ, Says the text ▪ yet he would not commit himself unto them; cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n1, d pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd, crd av-d vvn p-acp np1, vvz dt n1 ▪ av pns31 vmd xx vvi px31 p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7077 he would not trust them with mercy, and grace, and favour ▪ he would not trust them in regard of his own body and safety, they were not right for all that; he would not trust them with mercy, and grace, and favour ▪ he would not trust them in regard of his own body and safety, they were not right for all that; pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 ▪ pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1, pns32 vbdr xx j-jn p-acp d d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7078 and yet they did not only believe Christ, but in some sense, and in an unrooted manner they believed on Christ; and yet they did not only believe christ, but in Some sense, and in an unrooted manner they believed on christ; cc av pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi np1, cc-acp p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt vvn n1 pns32 vvd p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7079 therefore there is not only a firme assent to the truth which may be in a natural man, Therefore there is not only a firm assent to the truth which may be in a natural man, av a-acp vbz xx av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7080 but also some kind of confidence. but also Some kind of confidence. cc-acp av d n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 597 Page 67
7081 Thirdly, there is a presumptuous confidence in God and Christ for salvation which the workers of iniquity may have; Thirdly, there is a presumptuous confidence in God and christ for salvation which the workers of iniquity may have; ord, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vhi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7082 they may not only believe the general truths of the Gospel, but have some kind of confidence in Christ, they may not only believe the general truths of the Gospel, but have Some kind of confidence in christ, pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vhb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7083 though not so good as the former, for that reformes a man, and makes him follow Christ till persecution come, though not so good as the former, for that reforms a man, and makes him follow christ till persecution come, cs xx av j c-acp dt j, c-acp cst vvz dt n1, cc vvz pno31 vvi np1 p-acp n1 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7084 and may be in persecution too, till he be weary; and may be in persecution too, till he be weary; cc vmb vbi p-acp n1 av, c-acp pns31 vbb j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7085 but this is not so good, you shall have a drunkard, a prophane person, he hath confidence in Christ that God heares his prayers, accepts his duties, but this is not so good, you shall have a drunkard, a profane person, he hath confidence in christ that God hears his Prayers, accepts his duties, cc-acp d vbz xx av j, pn22 vmb vhi dt n1, dt j n1, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1 cst np1 vvz po31 n2, vvz po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7086 and will provide for him, our Saviour Christ speaks of such, Matth. 7. 22. He tells us of many that shall be confident in him, and will provide for him, our Saviour christ speaks of such, Matthew 7. 22. He tells us of many that shall be confident in him, cc vmb vvi p-acp pno31, po12 n1 np1 vvz pp-f d, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pno12 pp-f d cst vmb vbi j p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7087 how they have done wonderful works in his Name, and eate and drank in his presence, how they have done wondered works in his Name, and eat and drank in his presence, c-crq pns32 vhb vdn j n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7088 and have heard him preach in their streets, and yet are but workers of iniquity; I do not mean this neither, these are but false confidences. and have herd him preach in their streets, and yet Are but workers of iniquity; I do not mean this neither, these Are but false confidences. cc vhb vvn pno31 vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc av vbr cc-acp n2 pp-f n1; pns11 vdb xx vvi d av-dx, d vbr p-acp j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 598 Page 68
7089 Now there are two godly considences, gracious ones such as are only in Gods Elect, and not in all Gods Elect neither; Now there Are two godly Coincidences, gracious ones such as Are only in God's Elect, and not in all God's Elect neither; av a-acp vbr crd j n2, j pi2 d c-acp vbr av-j p-acp npg1 j-vvn, cc xx p-acp d ng1 n1 av-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7090 but only in such as are effectually called, and yet come not within this definition of faith: but only in such as Are effectually called, and yet come not within this definition of faith: cc-acp av-j p-acp d c-acp vbr av-j vvn, cc av vvb xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7091 The first is that full special perswasion of the heart; The First is that full special persuasion of the heart; dt ord vbz cst j j n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7092 a man may have true justifying faith though he never attaine to this, for justifying faith is a confidence in Christ for justification; a man may have true justifying faith though he never attain to this, for justifying faith is a confidence in christ for justification; dt n1 vmb vhi j vvg n1 cs pns31 av-x vvi p-acp d, c-acp vvg n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7093 now this special and full perswasion of the heart, is not only an affiance in Christ for justification, it doth not only apprehend Christ for justification, now this special and full persuasion of the heart, is not only an affiance in christ for justification, it does not only apprehend christ for justification, av d j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi np1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7094 but it apprehends justification it self; but it apprehends justification it self; cc-acp pn31 vvz n1 pn31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7095 now this must needs be after justifying, a man must needs be justified before he can confidently apprehend justification, he must first be justified before he can say he is justified, the object must be before the act. now this must needs be After justifying, a man must needs be justified before he can confidently apprehend justification, he must First be justified before he can say he is justified, the Object must be before the act. av d vmb av vbi c-acp vvg, dt n1 vmb av vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vmb av-j vvi n1, pns31 vmb ord vbi vvn c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vbz vvn, dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7096 Thus it goeth, justifying faith must needs be before justification; and justification must be before the sense and feeling of justification; Thus it Goes, justifying faith must needs be before justification; and justification must be before the sense and feeling of justification; av pn31 vvz, vvg n1 vmb av vbi p-acp n1; cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7097 before a man can feel and apprehend he is justified; before a man can feel and apprehend he is justified; p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi pns31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7098 the cause goeth before the effect in order of nature, for a man is justified by faith; the cause Goes before the Effect in order of nature, for a man is justified by faith; dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7099 Now if a man know he is justified, then the thing must be true before he knows it is so; Now if a man know he is justified, then the thing must be true before he knows it is so; av cs dt n1 vvb pns31 vbz vvn, cs dt n1 vmb vbi j c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 vbz av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7100 now here they differ, that faith is a confident apprehending of Christ for justification, and this full special perswasion of the heart is not only a confident apprehending of Christ for justification, now Here they differ, that faith is a confident apprehending of christ for justification, and this full special persuasion of the heart is not only a confident apprehending of christ for justification, av av pns32 vvb, cst n1 vbz dt j vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc d j j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx av-j dt j vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7101 but an apprehending of justification it self: but an apprehending of justification it self: cc-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 pn31 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7102 Now true justifying faith may be without this, Job. 13. 15. Though he kill me yet I will trust in him; Now true justifying faith may be without this, Job. 13. 15. Though he kill me yet I will trust in him; av j vvg n1 vmb vbi p-acp d, np1. crd crd cs pns31 vvb pno11 av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7103 That is, suppose that I were at an utter losse, that I knew not whether God will slay me; That is, suppose that I were At an utter loss, that I knew not whither God will slay me; cst vbz, vvb cst pns11 vbdr p-acp dt j n1, cst pns11 vvd xx cs np1 vmb vvi pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7104 yet slay me, or not slay me; perish, or not perish; I will trust in him; yet slay me, or not slay me; perish, or not perish; I will trust in him; av vvb pno11, cc xx vvi pno11; vvb, cc xx vvi; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7105 Imagine God deliver me up, and will none of me; yet though he kill me, I will trust in him; Imagine God deliver me up, and will none of me; yet though he kill me, I will trust in him; vvb np1 vvi pno11 a-acp, cc vmb pix pp-f pno11; av cs pns31 vvb pno11, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7106 I do not say I am at this losse that he will kill me, blessed be God I am not in this case; I do not say I am At this loss that he will kill me, blessed be God I am not in this case; pns11 vdb xx vvi pns11 vbm p-acp d n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno11, j-vvn vbb np1 pns11 vbm xx p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7107 but if I were at this losse, that he would kill me for ought I knew, but if I were At this loss, that he would kill me for ought I knew, cc-acp cs pns11 vbdr p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno11 p-acp pi pns11 vvd, (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7108 yet I would trust in him, so that we see this confidence may be without this full perswasion of heart. yet I would trust in him, so that we see this confidence may be without this full persuasion of heart. av pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, av cst pns12 vvb d n1 vmb vbi p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 599 Page 68
7109 Secondly, there is another good confidence that comes not within this definition of faith, and that is a constant expectation, Secondly, there is Another good confidence that comes not within this definition of faith, and that is a constant expectation, ord, pc-acp vbz j-jn j n1 cst vvz xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc d vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 600 Page 68
7110 and this is the daughter of faith, Ephes. 3. 12. This confidence whereby the soul hopes in God, differs from the confidence of faith, and this is the daughter of faith, Ephesians 3. 12. This confidence whereby the soul hope's in God, differs from the confidence of faith, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 600 Page 68
7111 for this confidence is an effect of faith ▪ it is by faith; for this confidence is an Effect of faith ▪ it is by faith; p-acp d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ pn31 vbz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 600 Page 68
7112 Now these two differ thus, the confidence of hope is that which a man hath for the future having of those things that for the present a man believes; Now these two differ thus, the confidence of hope is that which a man hath for the future having of those things that for the present a man believes; av d crd vvi av, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d r-crq dt n1 vhz p-acp dt n-jn vhg pp-f d n2 cst p-acp dt j dt n1 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 600 Page 68
7113 now the confidence of faith is the confident apprehending of Christ for the having of them, John 3. 36. He that believeth in Christ hath eternal life, he that believes in Christ hath a present possession of that he believes in Christ for, eternal life is his for the present, he hath present justification and acceptance with God, now the confidence of faith is the confident apprehending of christ for the having of them, John 3. 36. He that Believeth in christ hath Eternal life, he that believes in christ hath a present possession of that he believes in christ for, Eternal life is his for the present, he hath present justification and acceptance with God, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt vhg pp-f pno32, np1 crd crd pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 vhz j n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp, j n1 vbz po31 p-acp dt j, pns31 vhz j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 600 Page 68
7114 and hath a title to all good and all the mercies of the Covenant of grace. and hath a title to all good and all the Mercies of the Covenant of grace. cc vhz dt n1 p-acp d j cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 600 Page 68
7115 Now we come to prove this, that this confidence is a true justifying faith; Now we come to prove this, that this confidence is a true justifying faith; av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi d, cst d n1 vbz dt j vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 68
7116 and the Arguments to prove it are these, and the first is taken from the several expressions of faith in Scripture, Psal. 78. 22. it is called a trusting, they believed not in God; and the Arguments to prove it Are these, and the First is taken from the several expressions of faith in Scripture, Psalm 78. 22. it is called a trusting, they believed not in God; cc dt n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 vbr d, cc dt ord vbz vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn dt vvg, pns32 vvd xx p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 68
7117 Why? They trusted not in his salvation; so that faith is a trusting in God, when a man hath confidence in God, Why? They trusted not in his salvation; so that faith is a trusting in God, when a man hath confidence in God, q-crq? pns32 vvd xx p-acp po31 n1; av d n1 vbz dt vvg p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 68
7118 and can fiducially leane upon God for all good things. and can fiducially lean upon God for all good things. cc vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7119 As Alexander trusted his Physician, when his Physician gave him a Potion ▪ before he took it, a friend of his wrote unto him, do not take the Potion, the man is set to poyson you; As Alexander trusted his physician, when his physician gave him a Potion ▪ before he took it, a friend of his wrote unto him, do not take the Potion, the man is Set to poison you; p-acp np1 vvd po31 n1, c-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 dt n1 ▪ c-acp pns31 vvd pn31, dt n1 pp-f png31 vvd p-acp pno31, vdb xx vvi dt n1, dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn22; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7120 if you take it you are a dead man; if you take it you Are a dead man; cs pn22 vvb pn31 pn22 vbr dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7121 he read the letter, and then took the Potion, and then gave the letter to the Physician, he read the Letter, and then took the Potion, and then gave the Letter to the physician, pns31 vvd dt n1, cc av vvd dt n1, cc av vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7122 and said, I have trusted to your faithfulness, and cast my self upon you, if you have given me poyson you have killed me; and said, I have trusted to your faithfulness, and cast my self upon you, if you have given me poison you have killed me; cc vvd, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po22 n1, cc vvd po11 n1 p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vhb vvn pno11 vvi pn22 vhb vvn pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7123 you see by the letter I have witness of it, but I trust you ▪ and suppose you have not done it. you see by the Letter I have witness of it, but I trust you ▪ and suppose you have not done it. pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22 ▪ cc vvb pn22 vhb xx vdn pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7124 So faith is a trusting upon God, when the soul resolves to follow God in all wayes, So faith is a trusting upon God, when the soul resolves to follow God in all ways, av n1 vbz dt vvg p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7125 and when the world and the flesh come in and object, if you be so strict and follow these courses, you will undo your self, and when the world and the Flesh come in and Object, if you be so strict and follow these courses, you will undo your self, cc c-crq dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb p-acp cc n1, cs pn22 vbb av j cc vvi d n2, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7126 and be laughed at, and loose your friends, your very living depends upon such a course, and be laughed At, and lose your Friends, your very living depends upon such a course, cc vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvb po22 n2, po22 j n-vvg vvz p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7127 and you will be a begger, and will never have any delight, you are given to pleasure and laughter, and you will be a beggar, and will never have any delight, you Are given to pleasure and laughter, cc pn22 vmb vbi dt n1, cc vmb av-x vhi d n1, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7128 but all these must be gone, farewell all carnal pleasure; but all these must be gone, farewell all carnal pleasure; cc-acp d d vmb vbi vvn, uh-n av-d j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7129 Well, but the soul now believes in God, God bids him come to him for comfort, Well, but the soul now believes in God, God bids him come to him for Comfort, av, cc-acp dt n1 av vvz p-acp np1, np1 vvz pno31 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7130 for friends, for delight, for pleasure, for the satisfaction of all his desires, and he shall want no manner of good, he trusts upon this, for Friends, for delight, for pleasure, for the satisfaction of all his Desires, and he shall want no manner of good, he trusts upon this, c-acp n2, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, cc pns31 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f j, pns31 vvz p-acp d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7131 and he will never leave God, never leave his wayes, this is rooted in him, and he will never leave God, never leave his ways, this is rooted in him, cc pns31 vmb av-x vvi np1, av-x vvb po31 n2, d vbz vvn p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7132 and now he can go to God and say, the Devil told me I should loose my friends, and now he can go to God and say, the devil told me I should lose my Friends, cc av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi, dt n1 vvd pno11 pns11 vmd vvi po11 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7133 and I should never have comfort, never be able to live, my flesh and my own heart said so, and I should never have Comfort, never be able to live, my Flesh and my own heart said so, cc pns11 vmd av-x vhi n1, av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi, po11 n1 cc po11 d n1 vvd av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7134 but I have trusted thee, and if friends go, so, farewell friends; if means go, so, farewell them; but I have trusted thee, and if Friends go, so, farewell Friends; if means go, so, farewell them; cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno21, cc cs n2 vvb, av, uh-n n2; cs n2 vvb, av, n1 pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7135 I am told so, flesh and blood say so, but I believe in thee is eternal life, I am told so, Flesh and blood say so, but I believe in thee is Eternal life, pns11 vbm vvn av, n1 cc n1 vvb av, cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 vbz j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7136 and in thee is all peace, and happinesse, and comfort, and this is that which drawes me to thee; and in thee is all peace, and happiness, and Comfort, and this is that which draws me to thee; cc p-acp pno21 vbz d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d vbz d r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7137 and keeps me to thee, and I rest upon thee for all good; and keeps me to thee, and I rest upon thee for all good; cc vvz pno11 p-acp pno21, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno21 p-acp d j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7138 thus you see that faith must be an affiance in God, because it is a trusting in God. thus you see that faith must be an affiance in God, Because it is a trusting in God. av pn22 vvb d n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 601 Page 69
7139 Secondly, it is called a relying upon God, as Asa, when the Aethiopians and Lubims came against him, the Scriptures shewes that he believed in God, Secondly, it is called a relying upon God, as Asa, when the Ethiopians and Libyans Come against him, the Scriptures shows that he believed in God, ord, pn31 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp np1, c-acp np1, c-crq dt njp2 cc vvz vvd p-acp pno31, dt n2 vvz cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 602 Page 69
7140 now mark how the Scripture expresseth his faith, 2 Chro. 16. 8. Because thou didst relie upon the Lord, now mark how the Scripture Expresses his faith, 2 Chro 16. 8. Because thou didst rely upon the Lord, av vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp pns21 vdd2 vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 602 Page 69
7141 therefore he delivered them into their hands; Therefore he Delivered them into their hands; av pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 602 Page 69
7142 May be the world might tell him, what do you think to overcome these enemies, with strictness and fasting, and praying. May be the world might tell him, what do you think to overcome these enemies, with strictness and fasting, and praying. vmb vbi dt n1 vmd vvi pno31, q-crq vdb pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi d n2, p-acp n1 cc vvg, cc vvg. (7) treatise (DIV2) 602 Page 69
7143 You had more need make a league with the King of Syria, and take some other course, You had more need make a league with the King of Syria, and take Some other course, pn22 vhd dc n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb d j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 603 Page 69
7144 but he relied upon God, and if he failed him, he failed him, he would relie upon him, but he relied upon God, and if he failed him, he failed him, he would rely upon him, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1, cc cs pns31 vvd pno31, pns31 vvd pno31, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 603 Page 69
7145 and therefore faith must needs be an affiance in God. and Therefore faith must needs be an affiance in God. cc av n1 vmb av vbi dt n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 603 Page 69
7146 Thirdly, faith is called a staying upon God, when a man stayes himself upon God, Isa. 50. 10. there faith is expressed by staying a mans self upon God, He that sitteth in darkness and seeth no light, let him trust in the Lord and stay himself upon his God. Thirdly, faith is called a staying upon God, when a man stays himself upon God, Isaiah 50. 10. there faith is expressed by staying a men self upon God, He that Sitteth in darkness and sees no Light, let him trust in the Lord and stay himself upon his God. ord, n1 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd a-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1 cc vvz dx n1, vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7147 It is a similitude taken from a staffe, and old man that dares not trust to his own legs, It is a similitude taken from a staff, and old man that dares not trust to his own legs, pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc j n1 cst vvz xx vvi p-acp po31 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7148 but thinks I shall fall and get some mischiefe, he takes a staffe and stayes himself upon it, but thinks I shall fallen and get Some mischief, he Takes a staff and stays himself upon it, cc-acp vvz pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi d n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 cc vvz px31 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7149 now is this all that he looks upon, that he conceives the staffe is able to bear him? so a man that hath no staffe knows that such a staffe is able to beare him, that is not the thing, now is this all that he looks upon, that he conceives the staff is able to bear him? so a man that hath no staff knows that such a staff is able to bear him, that is not the thing, av vbz d d cst pns31 vvz p-acp, cst pns31 vvz dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31? av dt n1 cst vhz dx n1 vvz cst d dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31, cst vbz xx dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7150 but this man doth not only believe the staffe is able to beare him, but he commits himself unto it, but this man does not only believe the staff is able to bear him, but he commits himself unto it, cc-acp d n1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7151 and leanes upon it, and if he falls he is content, he laies the bulk of his body upon the staffe, and dares leane upon it; and leans upon it, and if he falls he is content, he lays the bulk of his body upon the staff, and dares lean upon it; cc vvz p-acp pn31, cc cs pns31 vvz pns31 vbz j, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz j p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7152 so it is with faith, it is not only an assent to this, that God is wise and omnipotent, so it is with faith, it is not only an assent to this, that God is wise and omnipotent, av pn31 vbz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp d, cst np1 vbz j cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7153 and gracious, and an hearer of prayers, and that he comforts them that mourne for sinne, and gracious, and an hearer of Prayers, and that he comforts them that mourn for sin, cc j, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cc cst pns31 vvz pno32 d vvi p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7154 and satisfies them that hunger for righteousnesse, he not only believes there is a Christ, and Satisfies them that hunger for righteousness, he not only believes there is a christ, cc vvz pno32 d n1 p-acp n1, pns31 xx av-j vvz a-acp vbz dt np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7155 and salvation in him he not only assents to these things, but he staies upon them, and commits himself to them. and salvation in him he not only assents to these things, but he stays upon them, and commits himself to them. cc n1 p-acp pno31 pns31 xx av-j vvz p-acp d n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz px31 p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 604 Page 69
7156 Fourthly, it is expressed by a mans rolling himself upon God, Psal ▪ 37. 5. We translate the words, Commit thy way unto the Lord; Fourthly, it is expressed by a men rolling himself upon God, Psalm ▪ 37. 5. We translate the words, Commit thy Way unto the Lord; ord, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt ng1 vvg px31 p-acp np1, np1 ▪ crd crd pns12 vvb dt n2, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 605 Page 69
7157 but in the Originall, it signifieth to roll a mans way upon God, so Psal. 22. 8. He trusted God would deliver him, it is the same word is used here, he rolled himself upon God; but in the Original, it signifies to roll a men Way upon God, so Psalm 22. 8. He trusted God would deliver him, it is the same word is used Here, he rolled himself upon God; p-acp p-acp dt j-jn, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1, av np1 crd crd pns31 vvd np1 vmd vvi pno31, pn31 vbz dt d n1 vbz vvn av, pns31 vvd px31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 605 Page 70
7158 this is a similitude taken from a Cart-wheele, that rolls it self about the Axeltree, this is a similitude taken from a Cartwheel, that rolls it self about the Axletree, d vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 605 Page 70
7159 and staies it self upon it, and helps it self in its motion, it could not move, and stays it self upon it, and helps it self in its motion, it could not move, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmd xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 605 Page 70
7160 but for that, and by vertue of that it moves to and fro. but for that, and by virtue of that it moves to and from. cc-acp p-acp d, cc p-acp n1 pp-f cst pn31 vvz p-acp cc av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 605 Page 70
7161 So this is true faith, not only when a man assents to the promises of God, So this is true faith, not only when a man assents to the promises of God, av d vbz j n1, xx av-j c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 605 Page 70
7162 but rolls himself upon God, moves his soul upon Christ, and commits himself unto Christ in all his wayes. but rolls himself upon God, moves his soul upon christ, and commits himself unto christ in all his ways. cc-acp vvz px31 p-acp np1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvz px31 p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 605 Page 70
7163 Fifthly, faith is expressed by adherence and sticking unto God, Psal. 119. 31. I have stuck unto thy Commandements, Lord put me not unto confusion; as who should say; Fifthly, faith is expressed by adherence and sticking unto God, Psalm 119. 31. I have stuck unto thy commandments, Lord put me not unto confusion; as who should say; ord, n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n2, n1 vvb pno11 xx p-acp n1; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7164 Lord, here I hang, here I hold, here I will stick fast; I will ever fear thee, I will ever obey thee, here I hang, and hold, and will keep my hold; Lord, Here I hang, Here I hold, Here I will stick fast; I will ever Fear thee, I will ever obey thee, Here I hang, and hold, and will keep my hold; n1, av pns11 vvb, av pns11 vvb, av pns11 vmb vvi av-j; pns11 vmb av vvi pno21, pns11 vmb av vvi pno21, av pns11 vvb, cc vvi, cc vmb vvi po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7165 Lord put me not to confusion; that is, Lord I hope thou wilt do as thou hast spoken; Lord put me not to confusion; that is, Lord I hope thou wilt do as thou hast spoken; n1 vvd pno11 xx p-acp n1; cst vbz, n1 pns11 vvb pns21 vm2 vdi p-acp pns21 vh2 vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7166 Lord let me not be confounded, let me not be scoffed at in the world; Lord let me not be confounded, let me not be scoffed At in the world; n1 vvb pno11 xx vbi vvn, vvb pno11 xx vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7167 if I be put to shame I am confounded, doth this man now only believe the promises in general? No, if I be put to shame I am confounded, does this man now only believe the promises in general? No, cs pns11 vbb vvn p-acp n1 pns11 vbm vvn, vdz d n1 av av-j vvi dt n2 p-acp n1? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7168 but he relieth upon these promises, he dares go and take this Bear by the tooth, but he Relieth upon these promises, he dares go and take this Bear by the tooth, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d n2, pns31 vvz vvb cc vvi d vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7169 and dares venter upon those harsh duties that are crosse to a mans will, and seeme to have no good in them; and dares venture upon those harsh duties that Are cross to a men will, and seem to have no good in them; cc vvz n1 p-acp d j n2 cst vbr j p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvb pc-acp vhi dx j p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7170 What, because he assents to the promises that they are true? No, but because he is confident that the promises shall be performed. What, Because he assents to the promises that they Are true? No, but Because he is confident that the promises shall be performed. q-crq, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 cst pns32 vbr j? uh-dx, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vbz j cst dt n2 vmb vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7171 So Deut. 4. 4. there saith Moses to the Israelites, You that did cleave to the Lord your God, you are all alive at this day; So Deuteronomy 4. 4. there Says Moses to the Israelites, You that did cleave to the Lord your God, you Are all alive At this day; np1 np1 crd crd a-acp vvz np1 p-acp dt np2, pn22 cst vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 po22 n1, pn22 vbr d j p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7172 as who should say, though your brethren went away from God, some to satisfie their lusts, as who should say, though your brothers went away from God, Some to satisfy their Lustiest, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs po22 n2 vvd av p-acp np1, d pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7173 as in the matter of quailes and flesh-pots, and others to humour their fancies, as in the matter of the calf, as in the matter of quails and fleshpots, and Others to humour their fancies, as in the matter of the calf, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc n2-jn pc-acp vvi po32 n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7174 and others to fulfill their filthy delights, as in the matter of Baal-Peor, your brethren went away from God as if they might have comfort, and Others to fulfil their filthy delights, as in the matter of Baal-peor, your brothers went away from God as if they might have Comfort, cc n2-jn pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po22 n2 vvd av p-acp np1 c-acp cs pns32 vmd vhi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7175 and delight, and good elsewhere, they went from God, but you cleave to God, and are all alive to this day; and delight, and good elsewhere, they went from God, but you cleave to God, and Are all alive to this day; cc n1, cc j av, pns32 vvd p-acp np1, cc-acp pn22 vvb p-acp np1, cc vbr d j p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7176 that is, as you did look for good in God you had it; that is, as you did look for good in God you had it; cst vbz, c-acp pn22 vdd vvi p-acp j p-acp np1 pn22 vhd pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7177 your brethren looked for good elsewhere, and they are disappointed, where are their profits and pleasures? They went away from God and are dead, your brothers looked for good elsewhere, and they Are disappointed, where Are their profits and pleasures? They went away from God and Are dead, po22 n2 vvn p-acp j av, cc pns32 vbr vvn, q-crq vbr po32 n2 cc n2? pns32 vvd av p-acp np1 cc vbr j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7178 but you followed God, and are alive to this day. but you followed God, and Are alive to this day. cc-acp pn22 vvd np1, cc vbr j p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7179 So 2 King. 18. 6. it is said of Hezekiah that he clave to God, &c. that is, he did not only conceive that the chief good was in God, So 2 King. 18. 6. it is said of Hezekiah that he clave to God, etc. that is, he did not only conceive that the chief good was in God, av crd n1. crd crd pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1, av cst vbz, pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi cst dt j-jn j vbds p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7180 but he did stick to God in all his wayes, he did cleave to God and would not go away. but he did stick to God in all his ways, he did cleave to God and would not go away. cc-acp pns31 vdd vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp np1 cc vmd xx vvi av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 606 Page 70
7181 Lastly, a true justifying faith is expressed in Scripture by believing on God, or believing in God; Lastly, a true justifying faith is expressed in Scripture by believing on God, or believing in God; ord, dt j vvg n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 607 Page 70
7182 a phrase that is not used in any Greek Authour, but only in the Scripture, and those that have been acquainted with the Scripture; a phrase that is not used in any Greek Author, but only in the Scripture, and those that have been acquainted with the Scripture; dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn p-acp d jp n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, cc d cst vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 607 Page 70
7183 now why doth God pick out a new phrase, but to imply a new work? What, is it only to assent to the truth? Then the old phrase would have served the turne, now why does God pick out a new phrase, but to imply a new work? What, is it only to assent to the truth? Then the old phrase would have served the turn, av q-crq vdz np1 vvi av dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1? q-crq, vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1? av dt j n1 vmd vhi vvn dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 607 Page 70
7184 but when a man believes on God, or in God, this is the expression of a justifying faith, but when a man believes on God, or in God, this is the expression of a justifying faith, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 607 Page 70
7185 as you may see, 1 Pet. 2. 5. So John 3. 16. God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Sonne, that whosoever believeth on him should not p•rish, &c. So Rom. 4. 5. and Rom. 3. 26. What do all these phrases import, onely a naked consent and belief, that all the things in the Gospel are true? No, as you may see, 1 Pet. 2. 5. So John 3. 16. God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth on him should not p•rish, etc. So Rom. 4. 5. and Rom. 3. 26. What do all these phrases import, only a naked consent and belief, that all the things in the Gospel Are true? No, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd np1 np1 crd crd np1 av vvd dt n1 cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi, av av np1 crd crd cc np1 crd crd q-crq vdb d d n2 vvi, av-j dt j n1 cc n1, cst d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr j? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 607 Page 70
7186 but when a man can believe on these things, when a man can submit to all the Ordinances of God, but when a man can believe on these things, when a man can submit to all the Ordinances of God, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 607 Page 70
7187 and embrace Christ in all his wayes, and believe that all the good things spoken of in the Gospel are to be had in him. and embrace christ in all his ways, and believe that all the good things spoken of in the Gospel Are to be had in him. cc vvi np1 p-acp d po31 n2, cc vvb cst d dt j n2 vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 607 Page 70
7188 I confesse sometimes simple believing Christ, without on, or in, is put for a justifying faith, I confess sometime simple believing christ, without on, or in, is put for a justifying faith, pns11 vvb av j vvg np1, p-acp a-acp, cc p-acp, vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 608 Page 70
7189 as Ro. 4. 3. it is said that, Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him for righteousnes; he doth not say he believed in God, as Ro. 4. 3. it is said that, Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him for righteousness; he does not say he believed in God, c-acp np1 crd crd pn31 vbz vvn cst, np1 vvd np1, cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1; pns31 vdz xx vvi pns31 vvd p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 608 Page 70
7190 but that is the meaning of it, and if you look into Gen. 15. you shall find through the story that he beleived in God; but that is the meaning of it, and if you look into Gen. 15. you shall find through the story that he believed in God; cc-acp cst vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp np1 crd pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 608 Page 70
7191 he did not only believe that God was good, but he committed himself to God in all his wayes, and did relie upon him; he did not only believe that God was good, but he committed himself to God in all his ways, and did rely upon him; pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi cst np1 vbds j, cc-acp pns31 vvd px31 p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2, cc vdd vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 608 Page 70
7192 that God was Almighty, and that made him walk before God in uprightnesse, and that made him live a different life from all the rest of the Countrey, this shews that it was a confidence and affiance in God, that was accounted to him for righteousness. that God was Almighty, and that made him walk before God in uprightness, and that made him live a different life from all the rest of the Country, this shows that it was a confidence and affiance in God, that was accounted to him for righteousness. cst np1 vbds j-jn, cc cst vvd pno31 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc cst vvd pno31 vvi dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vvz cst pn31 vbds dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cst vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 608 Page 70
7193 The second Argument is taken from the offer of Christ, which is the giving of Christ to be a propitiation for sin, The second Argument is taken from the offer of christ, which is the giving of christ to be a propitiation for since, dt ord n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt vvg pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7194 and to be a Mediatour between God and man, to be the only means of eternal life; and to be a Mediator between God and man, to be the only means of Eternal life; cc pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi dt j n2 pp-f j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7195 this is the offer of Jesus Christ in the Gospel, Christ is given to be a redeemer to them that do believe; this is the offer of jesus christ in the Gospel, christ is given to be a redeemer to them that do believe; d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vdb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7196 now what can answer this giving? Can only an act of the mind answer this gift? 'Tis true indeed, he is the only Mediatour, the only Messias, the only way, the truth and the life; now what can answer this giving? Can only an act of the mind answer this gift? It's true indeed, he is the only Mediator, the only Messias, the only Way, the truth and the life; av q-crq vmb vvi d vvg? vmb j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb d n1? pn31|vbz j av, pns31 vbz dt j n1, dt j np1, dt j n1, dt n1 cc dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7197 and he is freely offered and given in the Gospel, I believe this and assent unto it; and he is freely offered and given in the Gospel, I believe this and assent unto it; cc pns31 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb d cc vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7198 is this taking? No, this is only believing he may take him, therefore true faith must be a taking of Christ; is this taking? No, this is only believing he may take him, Therefore true faith must be a taking of christ; vbz d vvg? uh-dx, d vbz av-j vvg pns31 vmb vvi pno31, av j n1 vmb vbi dt n-vvg pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7199 that only answers to the giving of Christ; that only answers to the giving of christ; cst av-j vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7200 giving is a relative which answers to taking, a gift is no gif• èxcept it be taken; giving is a relative which answers to taking, a gift is no gif• èxcept it be taken; vvg vbz dt j r-crq vvz p-acp vvg, dt n1 vbz dx n1 vvi pn31 vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7201 the nature of the gift returns back again to the giver if it be not taken; the nature of the gift returns back again to the giver if it be not taken; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av av p-acp dt n1 cs pn31 vbb xx vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7202 so it is here, God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Sonne, that whosoever believed in him should not perish but have everlasting life; so it is Here, God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed in him should not perish but have everlasting life; av pn31 vbz av, np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1, cst r-crq vvd p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vhb j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7203 He gave his only begotten Sonne; He gave his only begotten Son; pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7204 that hath a relation to taking of him, he gave him, that whosoever believeth on him might not perish; that hath a Relation to taking of him, he gave him, that whosoever Believeth on him might not perish; cst vhz dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pno31, pns31 vvd pno31, cst r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 vmd xx vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7205 that is, God gave him that whosoever takes him might not perish but have eternal life; that is, God gave him that whosoever Takes him might not perish but have Eternal life; cst vbz, np1 vvd pno31 d r-crq vvz pno31 vmd xx vvi cc-acp vhb j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7206 though a man offer himself to a woman, yet if the woman do not take him, he is not her husband, the match is made up by taking: though a man offer himself to a woman, yet if the woman do not take him, he is not her husband, the match is made up by taking: cs dt n1 vvb px31 p-acp dt n1, av cs dt n1 vdb xx vvi pno31, pns31 vbz xx po31 n1, dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp vvg: (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7207 so though Christ be given to the world in the Gospel, yet Christ is not ours but by taking of him; so though christ be given to the world in the Gospel, yet christ is not ours but by taking of him; av cs np1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av np1 vbz xx png12 cc-acp p-acp vvg pp-f pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7208 when you take Christ, then you are in the number of those that shall not p•rish, but have everlasting life; when you take christ, then you Are in the number of those that shall not p•rish, but have everlasting life; c-crq pn22 vvb np1, cs pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vhb j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7209 when you take Christ, that is, when you take him to be your chiefe good, when you take christ, that is, when you take him to be your chief good, c-crq pn22 vvb np1, cst vbz, c-crq pn22 vvb pno31 pc-acp vbi po22 j-jn j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7210 when you take his promises to be your stay and propp, to be the the life and comfort of your hearts, when you take his promises to be your stay and prop, to be the the life and Comfort of your hearts, c-crq pn22 vvb po31 n2 pc-acp vbi po22 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7211 when you take his Commandements to do them, when you take his ordinances to walk in them, when you take his commandments to do them, when you take his ordinances to walk in them, c-crq pn22 vvb po31 n2 pc-acp vdi pno32, c-crq pn22 vvb po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7212 when you take his people to have society with them, when you take Christ, and all Christ, when you take his people to have society with them, when you take christ, and all christ, c-crq pn22 vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq pn22 vvb np1, cc d np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7213 now you shall have everlasting life, this is to take Christ, though the woman assent firmly that the man is a proper man, now you shall have everlasting life, this is to take christ, though the woman assent firmly that the man is a proper man, av pn22 vmb vhi j n1, d vbz pc-acp vvi np1, cs dt n1 vvi av-j cst dt n1 vbz dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7214 and a goodly man, and a godly man, and a rich man, this makes not up the •atch; and a goodly man, and a godly man, and a rich man, this makes not up the •atch; cc dt j n1, cc dt j n1, cc dt j n1, d vvz xx a-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7215 but when she takes him to be her husband, then she hath interest in his person, and all that he hath; but when she Takes him to be her husband, then she hath Interest in his person, and all that he hath; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi po31 n1, cs pns31 vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc d cst pns31 vhz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7216 so when a man takes Christ, then he hath title to Christ and all the good things, that are in him. so when a man Takes christ, then he hath title to christ and all the good things, that Are in him. av c-crq dt n1 vvz np1, cs pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1 cc d dt j n2, cst vbr p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 609 Page 71
7217 It is said of the faithfull, that they did not only see the Promises afar off, It is said of the faithful, that they did not only see the Promises afar off, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt j, cst pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi dt vvz av a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 610 Page 71
7218 but they did embrace them, Heb. 11. 13. the word signifieth they hugged them, they kist them; but they did embrace them, Hebrew 11. 13. the word signifies they hugged them, they kissed them; cc-acp pns32 vdd vvi pno32, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz pns32 vvd pno32, pns32 vvd pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 610 Page 71
7219 many see the Promises afar off, but embrace them not; many see the Promises afar off, but embrace them not; d vvb dt vvz av a-acp, cc-acp vvb pno32 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 610 Page 71
7220 they embrace the things of this present world, they hugg them, but never take the promises of God home to there soules; they embrace the things of this present world, they hug them, but never take the promises of God home to there Souls; pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f d j n1, pns32 vvb pno32, cc-acp av-x vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 av-an p-acp po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 610 Page 71
7221 true faith therefore is such a faith as takes Christ, and then it followes, that it cannot be an act of the mind, true faith Therefore is such a faith as Takes christ, and then it follows, that it cannot be an act of the mind, j n1 av vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz np1, cc av pn31 vvz, cst pn31 vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 610 Page 71
7222 but an act of the heart in relying and taking the thing to himself, to hang upon it; and live by it. but an act of the heart in relying and taking the thing to himself, to hang upon it; and live by it. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1 p-acp px31, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; cc vvb p-acp pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 610 Page 71
7223 The third argument is this, Faith is an act of coming unto Christ, Christ you know is the righteousnesse of God, The third argument is this, Faith is an act of coming unto christ, christ you know is the righteousness of God, dt ord n1 vbz d, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, np1 pn22 vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7224 now when a man is come to it, he hath it; now when a man is come to it, he hath it; av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, pns31 vhz pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7225 now what motion of coming is this? is it only a motion of the mind, a Contemplation of the mind, now what motion of coming is this? is it only a motion of the mind, a Contemplation of the mind, av q-crq n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz d? vbz pn31 av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7226 when a man seeth Christ afar off? I may see a goodly man, a goodly thing afarr of, my eye sight may go to it, when a man sees christ afar off? I may see a goodly man, a goodly thing afar of, my eye sighed may go to it, c-crq dt n1 vvz np1 av a-acp? pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1, dt j n1 av pp-f, po11 n1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7227 but if my whole man do not come to it, I am not come to it, this cannot be only the Contemplation of the mind, but if my Whole man do not come to it, I am not come to it, this cannot be only the Contemplation of the mind, cc-acp cs po11 j-jn n1 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 vbm xx vvn p-acp pn31, d vmbx vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7228 when the eye of a mans understanding discovers Christ, for this makes him the more foole and the more inexcusable, when the eye of a men understanding discovers christ, for this makes him the more fool and the more inexcusable, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvz np1, p-acp d vvz pno31 dt av-dc n1 cc dt av-dc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7229 if he comes not to him; if he comes not to him; cs pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7230 no this motion of coming unto Christ, it is a spirituall motion of all the whole man, a mans minde goeth to Christ and a mans heart, no this motion of coming unto christ, it is a spiritual motion of all the Whole man, a men mind Goes to christ and a men heart, dx d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt j-jn n1, dt ng1 n1 vvz p-acp np1 cc dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7231 and a mans affections, and all the strength of a mans soule goeth to Christ, this is coming to Christ, Mat. 11. 28, Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden; that is beleive in me; and a men affections, and all the strength of a men soul Goes to christ, this is coming to christ, Mathew 11. 28, Come unto me all you that Are weary and heavy laden; that is believe in me; cc dt ng1 n2, cc d dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvz p-acp np1, d vbz vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd crd, np1 p-acp pno11 d pn22 cst vbr j cc j vvn; cst vbz vvi p-acp pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7232 he puts it into that phrase, this true faith makes the soul come to Christ, so 1 Pet. 2. 4. to whome coming, as to a chiefe corner stone: he puts it into that phrase, this true faith makes the soul come to christ, so 1 Pet. 2. 4. to whom coming, as to a chief corner stone: pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1, d j n1 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp np1, av crd np1 crd crd p-acp ro-crq vvg, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 71
7233 There are two tearmes in this coming to Christ, the one from whence a man comes, from all his owne wayes, from all his owne desires, from all his owne ends and aimes, and the other tearme is, to what a man comes, There Are two terms in this coming to christ, the one from whence a man comes, from all his own ways, from all his own Desires, from all his own ends and aims, and the other term is, to what a man comes, a-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d vvg p-acp np1, dt pi p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, p-acp d po31 d n2, p-acp d po31 d n2, p-acp d po31 d n2 cc n2, cc dt j-jn n1 vbz, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7234 and that is to Christ, to •as promises, to his Commandements, to live and dy with him, this is coming unto Christ, and that is to christ, to •as promises, to his commandments, to live and die with him, this is coming unto christ, cc d vbz p-acp np1, pc-acp vbds n2, p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, d vbz vvg p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7235 as you may see Acts 26. 18. there both these tearmes are set downe ▪ to open their eyes saith the Text, and to turne them from darknesse to light, that they might receive forgivenesse of sinnes; as you may see Acts 26. 18. there both these terms Are Set down ▪ to open their eyes Says the Text, and to turn them from darkness to Light, that they might receive forgiveness of Sins; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi n2 crd crd zz d d n2 vbr vvn a-acp ▪ p-acp vvi po32 n2 vvz dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7236 It is this coming that receives forgivenesse, not only an act of the mind, when that goeth to Christ, It is this coming that receives forgiveness, not only an act of the mind, when that Goes to christ, pn31 vbz d vvg cst vvz n1, xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq cst vvz p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7237 but an act of the heart, when that goeth to Christ, when a man comes from darknesse to light, from pride to humility, from the world to God, but an act of the heart, when that Goes to christ, when a man comes from darkness to Light, from pride to humility, from the world to God, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq cst vvz p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7238 when a man passeth from the one tearme to the other tearme, and so cometh to this righteousnesse of God in Jesus Christ; when a man passes from the one term to the other term, and so comes to this righteousness of God in jesus christ; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt crd n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc av vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7239 now he is come to Christ, and now he shall receive forgivenesse of sinnes, so that you see faith is not only an assent of the mind, now he is come to christ, and now he shall receive forgiveness of Sins, so that you see faith is not only an assent of the mind, av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc av pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2, av cst pn22 vvb n1 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7240 but an a〈 … 〉 of the heart, both these together make up this coming of the soule to Christ. but an a〈 … 〉 of the heart, both these together make up this coming of the soul to christ. cc-acp dt n1 … 〉 pp-f dt n1, d d av vvb a-acp d n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 611 Page 72
7241 Fourthly, true justifying faith, the proper object of it, is no sentence, no proposition in the Word, I mean the act of a justifying faith, in that act whereby it justifieth the proper object of it, is no sentence or proposition in the Word, no complext truth in the Word, but it is Christ himself; Fourthly, true justifying faith, the proper Object of it, is no sentence, no proposition in the Word, I mean the act of a justifying faith, in that act whereby it Justifieth the proper Object of it, is no sentence or proposition in the Word, no complexed truth in the Word, but it is christ himself; ord, j vvg n1, dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dx n1, av-dx n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, p-acp d n1 c-crq pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, dx j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz np1 px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7242 tis true, a man must beleive that the Word of God is true, and the promies true, and Yea and Amen; this true, a man must believe that the Word of God is true, and the promies true, and Yea and Amen; pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc dt n2 j, cc uh cc uh-n; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7243 but that act doth not justifie, it may be in a reprobate, or in a ••vill, but that act does not justify, it may be in a Reprobate, or in a ••vill, p-acp d n1 vdz xx vvi, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n-jn, cc p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7244 therefore it cannot be an assent of the mind, for that supposeth that the object must be a proposition; Therefore it cannot be an assent of the mind, for that Supposeth that the Object must be a proposition; av pn31 vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp cst vvz cst dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7245 neither can it be a sure and certain persw••on, that God hath elected me, and intended Christ to me, this may be the 〈 ◊ 〉 an after faith, neither can it be a sure and certain persw••on, that God hath elected me, and intended christ to me, this may be the 〈 ◊ 〉 an After faith, dx vmb pn31 vbi dt j cc j n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc vvd np1 p-acp pno11, d vmb vbi dt 〈 sy 〉 dt a-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7246 but not the act that justifies; but not the act that Justifies; cc-acp xx dt n1 cst vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7247 but Christ himself i• the object o• a justifying faith, I am the way, the truth, but christ himself i• the Object o• a justifying faith, I am the Way, the truth, cc-acp np1 px31 n1 dt n1 n1 dt vvg n1, pns11 vbm dt n1, dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7248 and the life, I my self, it is 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉 God by Christ, and the life, I my self, it is 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉 God by christ, cc dt n1, pns11 po11 n1, pn31 vbz 〈 sy 〉, 〈 sy 〉 uh-np p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7249 when a man beleives in Christ, or by Christ beleives in Go•; when a man believes in christ, or by christ believes in Go•; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7250 this is the object of a justifying faith, it is no proposition or text of Scripture that is the object of a justifying faith; this is the Object of a justifying faith, it is no proposition or text of Scripture that is the Object of a justifying faith; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, pn31 vbz dx n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7251 that is, the thing that is a justifying faith, as it justifyes, doth assent unto; that is, the thing that is a justifying faith, as it Justifies, does assent unto; d vbz, dt n1 cst vbz dt vvg n1, c-acp pn31 vvz, vdz vvi p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7252 but the object of a true justifying •aith, as it justifies, is Christ himself the cause of forgivenesse of sinnes, the cause of eternall life, the cause of the derivation of all these blessings to us, it lookes for all in Christs own person; but the Object of a true justifying •aith, as it Justifies, is christ himself the cause of forgiveness of Sins, the cause of Eternal life, the cause of the derivation of all these blessings to us, it looks for all in Christ own person; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vvg n1, c-acp pn31 vvz, vbz np1 px31 dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d d n2 p-acp pno12, pn31 vvz p-acp d p-acp npg1 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7253 'tis true, the propositions of the Scripture about Christ, are the ground of a justifying faith, it's true, the propositions of the Scripture about christ, Are the ground of a justifying faith, pn31|vbz j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, vbr dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7254 as he that believes in Christ shall be saved; as he that believes in christ shall be saved; c-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7255 that is the ground of a justifying faith, but these propositions, though they must be acknowledged at the time by faith, that is the ground of a justifying faith, but these propositions, though they must be acknowledged At the time by faith, d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cc-acp d n2, cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7256 yet these propositions do not justifie a man, for a wretch may do this, but when a man believes in Christ, that is propounded and tendered in the Word, yet these propositions do not justify a man, for a wretch may do this, but when a man believes in christ, that is propounded and tendered in the Word, av d n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vmb vdi d, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, cst vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7257 when a man hath a••iance in him, and commits himself to him, faith seekes for all good in Christs own person; when a man hath a••iance in him, and commits himself to him, faith seeks for all good in Christ own person; c-crq dt n1 vhz n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvz px31 p-acp pno31, n1 vvz p-acp d j p-acp npg1 d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7258 first, it layes hold on the person of Christ, and taking him, it takes all good things with him, indeed it takes the propositions of the Word for its ground, First, it lays hold on the person of christ, and taking him, it Takes all good things with him, indeed it Takes the propositions of the Word for its ground, ord, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg pno31, pn31 vvz d j n2 p-acp pno31, av pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7259 because the Word saith thus, and thus, that eternall life is in him, and he openeth the Kingdom of heaven to all believers, Because the Word Says thus, and thus, that Eternal life is in him, and he Openeth the Kingdom of heaven to all believers, c-acp dt n1 vvz av, cc av, cst j n1 vbz p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7260 and he is a sufficient Saviour, this is the ground of faith; and he is a sufficient Saviour, this is the ground of faith; cc pns31 vbz dt j n1, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7261 but the object of a justifying faith, is Christs owne person, so that believing cannot be an act of the mind, but the Object of a justifying faith, is Christ own person, so that believing cannot be an act of the mind, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, vbz npg1 d n1, av d j-vvg vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7262 but when a man believes in Christ, and is rooted and built upon him, it is the person of Christ, I will make this appeare to you, you know God doth count it Idolatry for a man to believe in any creature, but when a man believes in christ, and is rooted and built upon him, it is the person of christ, I will make this appear to you, you know God does count it Idolatry for a man to believe in any creature, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb vvi d vvi p-acp pn22, pn22 vvb np1 vdz vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7263 when a man believes in the Son of man, God forbids this, as an Idolatrous thing, when a man believes in the Son of man, God forbids this, as an Idolatrous thing, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vvz d, c-acp dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7264 for a man to believe and put his confidence and affiance in any creature, now what is the meaning of this? what, is this Idolatry, to assent to such a creature? to believe that such a man is his friend and tenders him, for a man to believe and put his confidence and affiance in any creature, now what is the meaning of this? what, is this Idolatry, to assent to such a creature? to believe that such a man is his friend and tenders him, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, av q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d? q-crq, vbz d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1? pc-acp vvi cst d dt n1 vbz po31 n1 cc vvz pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7265 and is faithfull unto him, this is a truth about a friend, is this Idolatry? No, and is faithful unto him, this is a truth about a friend, is this Idolatry? No, cc vbz j p-acp pno31, d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz d n1? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7266 but when a man makes a friend his staffe, a creature his staffe, when a man makes riches his Idol, is this onely to assent that riches can do much in the world, can buy meate, but when a man makes a friend his staff, a creature his staff, when a man makes riches his Idol, is this only to assent that riches can do much in the world, can buy meat, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 po31 n1, dt n1 po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz n2 po31 n1, vbz d j pc-acp vvi d n2 vmb vdi av-d p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7267 and cloathes, and lands, and inheritances, is it the knowing these things are so? No, and clothes, and Lands, and inheritances, is it the knowing these things Are so? No, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, vbz pn31 dt j-vvg d n2 vbr av? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7268 but when a man makes riches his prop and stay, and believes in them, and that is the stay that he hath; but when a man makes riches his prop and stay, and believes in them, and that is the stay that he hath; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz n2 po31 n1 cc vvi, cc vvz p-acp pno32, cc d vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vhz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 72
7269 It is not the beleiving these things about riches, for so a man that believes only in God may know these things about riches and a friend, Jer. 17. 5. Cursed is he that maketh fl•sh his arme, he doth not say, cursed is he that apprehends that a man is his friend and willing to releive him; It is not the believing these things about riches, for so a man that believes only in God may know these things about riches and a friend, Jer. 17. 5. Cursed is he that makes fl•sh his arm, he does not say, cursed is he that apprehends that a man is his friend and willing to relieve him; pn31 vbz xx dt vvg d n2 p-acp n2, c-acp av dt n1 cst vvz av-j p-acp np1 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp n2 cc dt n1, np1 crd crd j-vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz vvi po31 n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi, j-vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz cst dt n1 vbz po31 n1 cc j pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7270 but cursed is he that maketh flesh his arme, that l•ans upon this man, that trusts unto him, that is the thing; but cursed is he that makes Flesh his arm, that l•ans upon this man, that trusts unto him, that is the thing; cc-acp vvd vbz pns31 cst vvz n1 po31 n1, cst vvz p-acp d n1, cst vvz p-acp pno31, cst vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7271 so what is the meaning that we must not trust in Chariots and in horses? doth the Scripture mean that we may not assent and affirme these truths about them, that they are many, so what is the meaning that we must not trust in Chariots and in Horses? does the Scripture mean that we may not assent and affirm these truths about them, that they Are many, av q-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2? vdz dt n1 vvb cst pns12 vmb xx vvi cc vvi d n2 p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vbr d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7272 and strong, and potent, that they are admirable horses? is this it? No, and strong, and potent, that they Are admirable Horses? is this it? No, cc j, cc j, cst pns32 vbr j n2? vbz d pn31? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7273 but, woe be to them that go down to Egypt for help, and put their trust in Chari•ts and Horses, Isa. 31. 1. When a man rides a journey and makes his Horse his stay; but, woe be to them that go down to Egypt for help, and put their trust in Chari•ts and Horses, Isaiah 31. 1. When a man rides a journey and makes his Horse his stay; cc-acp, n1 vbb p-acp pno32 cst vvb a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvd po32 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 cc vvz po31 n1 po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7274 when a man goeth about a businesse, and makes his purse his prop; when a man Goes about a business, and makes his purse his prop; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz po31 n1 po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7275 when a man walks from day to day, and the creature is the thing he hangs upon; when a man walks from day to day, and the creature is the thing he hangs upon; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vbz dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7276 he doth not see God, and draw near to God; he doth not set his heart upon God; he does not see God, and draw near to God; he does not Set his heart upon God; pns31 vdz xx vvi np1, cc vvi av-j p-acp np1; pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7277 he doth not relie upon him, to have God with him in his journey, and what he goeth about; he does not rely upon him, to have God with him in his journey, and what he Goes about; pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vhi np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7278 No, he hath an Horse with him, and means, and maintenance with him; No, he hath an Horse with him, and means, and maintenance with him; uh-dx, pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc n2, cc n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7279 and God shall have a prayer may be now and then, but he makes not God his arme, and this is idolatry; and God shall have a prayer may be now and then, but he makes not God his arm, and this is idolatry; cc np1 vmb vhi dt n1 vmb vbi av cc av, cc-acp pns31 vvz xx np1 po31 n1, cc d vbz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7280 so our believing, it is not the believing the propositions about a thing, but when a man believes in the thing it self, so our believing, it is not the believing the propositions about a thing, but when a man believes in the thing it self, av po12 vvg, pn31 vbz xx dt vvg dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7281 and makes the thing his stay, his buckler, his aide, his help and comfort. Lastly, the maine Argument is this; and makes the thing his stay, his buckler, his aid, his help and Comfort. Lastly, the main Argument is this; cc vvz dt n1 po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 cc n1. ord, dt j n1 vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 612 Page 73
7282 true justifying faith is a faith of union, it is such a faith as unites a man to God and Christ, and in him to God; true justifying faith is a faith of Union, it is such a faith as unites a man to God and christ, and in him to God; j vvg n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc p-acp pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7283 the Apostle saith, 1 John 5. 20. We know that we are in him that is true; the Apostle Says, 1 John 5. 20. We know that we Are in him that is true; dt np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vvb cst pns12 vbr p-acp pno31 cst vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7284 his meaning is, we are in him by faith, that is, we have such a kinde of faith, whereby we do not only assent to him, that he is the Sonne of God, his meaning is, we Are in him by faith, that is, we have such a kind of faith, whereby we do not only assent to him, that he is the Son of God, po31 n1 vbz, pns12 vbr p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cst vbz, pns12 vhb d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7285 and all things are true that are spoken of him; but we are in him, we are in him that is true; and all things Are true that Are spoken of him; but we Are in him, we Are in him that is true; cc d n2 vbr j cst vbr vvn pp-f pno31; cc-acp pns12 vbr p-acp pno31, pns12 vbr p-acp pno31 cst vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7286 that is, we are united to him, and 2 Cor. 17. 5. Whosoever is in Christ is a new creature; that is, we Are united to him, and 2 Cor. 17. 5. Whosoever is in christ is a new creature; d vbz, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pno31, cc crd np1 crd crd r-crq vbz p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7287 and Paul saith of Andronicus and Junia, they were in Christ before him, Rom. 16 7. So Christ is said to be in them, Know ye not that Christ Jesus is in you, and Paul Says of Andronicus and Junia, they were in christ before him, Rom. 16 7. So christ is said to be in them, Know you not that christ jesus is in you, cc np1 vvz pp-f np1 cc np1, pns32 vbdr p-acp np1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd av np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, vvb pn22 xx cst np1 np1 vbz p-acp pn22, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7288 except you be reprobates? it is the faith of union, He that hath the Sonne, hath life, 1 John 5. 12. That is, he that believes in the Sonne of God; except you be Reprobates? it is the faith of Union, He that hath the Son, hath life, 1 John 5. 12. That is, he that believes in the Son of God; c-acp pn22 vbb n2-jn? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 cst vhz dt n1, vhz n1, vvn np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7289 that is, so believes that he hath him, and is united to him, that man hath life, and none else; that is, so believes that he hath him, and is united to him, that man hath life, and none Else; d vbz, av vvz cst pns31 vhz pno31, cc vbz vvn p-acp pno31, cst n1 vhz n1, cc pix av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7290 so that it is a faith of union that justifies a man; so that it is a faith of Union that Justifies a man; av cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7291 not as though faith of it self doth this for its own worthinesse, as though it were able to unite a man to Christ, it is only by vertue of Gods Ordinance that faith unites a man to Christ; not as though faith of it self does this for its own worthiness, as though it were able to unite a man to christ, it is only by virtue of God's Ordinance that faith unites a man to christ; xx p-acp c-acp n1 pp-f pn31 n1 vdz d p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cst n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7292 God of his infinite mercy and goodnesse hath appointed faith to be such a thing, that upon putting forth of that act, he shall presently have relation to Christ, and Communion with him; God of his infinite mercy and Goodness hath appointed faith to be such a thing, that upon putting forth of that act, he shall presently have Relation to christ, and Communion with him; np1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1 vhz vvn n1 pc-acp vbi d dt n1, cst p-acp vvg av pp-f d n1, pns31 vmb av-j vhi n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7293 by grace are we saved through faith, saith the Apostle; we are saved through faith, but not for any worthinesse of faith, but by grace; by grace Are we saved through faith, Says the Apostle; we Are saved through faith, but not for any worthiness of faith, but by grace; p-acp n1 vbr pns12 vvn p-acp n1, vvz dt n1; pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7294 this is the thing, the Lord hath appointed such a kinde of faith shall justifie as shall unite a man to Jesus Christ; this is the thing, the Lord hath appointed such a kind of faith shall justify as shall unite a man to jesus christ; d vbz dt n1, dt n1 vhz vvn d dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi c-acp vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7295 Nay, if faith did not do this, faith could not justifie, and sanctifie, and purifie, and intitle a man to Heaven, for it doth all these by vertue of union; Nay, if faith did not do this, faith could not justify, and sanctify, and purify, and entitle a man to Heaven, for it does all these by virtue of Union; uh-x, cs n1 vdd xx vdi d, n1 vmd xx vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vdz d d p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7296 first, it unites a man to Christ, and makes Christ one with him, and him one with Christ, First, it unites a man to christ, and makes christ one with him, and him one with christ, ord, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvz np1 crd p-acp pno31, cc pno31 crd p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7297 and so he comes to have right and title to all the merits, and all the good things that come by Christ; and so he comes to have right and title to all the merits, and all the good things that come by christ; cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi j-jn cc n1 p-acp d dt n2, cc d dt j n2 cst vvb p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7298 so then, if thou hast not this faith of union, though thou hast all faiths besides historical faith, temporary faith, so then, if thou hast not this faith of Union, though thou hast all faiths beside historical faith, temporary faith, av av, cs pns21 vh2 xx d n1 pp-f n1, cs pns21 vh2 d n2 p-acp j n1, j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7299 and if it were possible miraculous faith; Nay, if thou hadst ten thousand thousand faiths more, if it were possible; and if it were possible miraculous faith; Nay, if thou Hadst ten thousand thousand faiths more, if it were possible; cc cs pn31 vbdr j j n1; uh-x, cs pns21 vhd2 crd crd crd n2 av-dc, cs pn31 vbdr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7300 yet if thou hast not such a faith as to be united to Christ, thou art in thy sins, yet if thou hast not such a faith as to be united to christ, thou art in thy Sins, av cs pns21 vh2 xx d dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns21 vb2r p-acp po21 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7301 and art under the law, and under the curse of the law, and under Gods justice; and art under the law, and under the curse of the law, and under God's Justice; cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7302 if thou shouldest pray never so much, and give thy body to be burned, yet if thou do not dwell in Christ, and Christ in thee; if thou Shouldst pray never so much, and give thy body to be burned, yet if thou do not dwell in christ, and christ in thee; cs pns21 vmd2 vvi av av av-d, cc vvb po21 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, av cs pns21 vdb xx vvi p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7303 if thou be not one with Christ, and Christ one with thee, thou art nothing but as •ounding Brasse, and as a tinkling Cymball; if thou be not one with christ, and christ one with thee, thou art nothing but as •ounding Brass, and as a tinkling Cymbal; cs pns21 vbb xx pi p-acp np1, cc np1 crd p-acp pno21, pns21 vb2r pix cc-acp p-acp j-vvg n1, cc p-acp dt j-vvg np1-n; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 73
7304 though thou hast been a professor these twenty yeares together, and hast been taken for a godly man through Town and Countrey; though thou hast been a professor these twenty Years together, and hast been taken for a godly man through Town and Country; c-acp pns21 vh2 vbn dt n1 d crd n2 av, cc vh2 vbn vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7305 yet if thou art not in Christ, thou ar•• still in thy sins, faith doth unite a man to Christ through the Ordinance o• God; yet if thou art not in christ, thou ar•• still in thy Sins, faith does unite a man to christ through the Ordinance o• God; av cs pns21 vb2r xx p-acp np1, pns21 n1 av p-acp po21 n2, n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 n1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7306 by the Grace of God it doth unite a man to Christ, 1 John 4 15 wha• confession doth the Apostle meane there? Only a confession of histori••, faith: by the Grace of God it does unite a man to christ, 1 John 4 15 wha• Confessi does the Apostle mean there? Only a Confessi of histori••, faith: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd n1 n1 vdz dt n1 vvb a-acp? j dt n1 pp-f n1, n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7307 when a man believes that God is so and so, and confesseth him; when a man believes that God is so and so, and Confesses him; c-crq dt n1 vvz cst np1 vbz av cc av, cc vvz pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7308 No the Apostle expounds himself, 1 John 3. 24. as who should say, it is such a faith as wholly resignes a man unto God, to be ruled and guided by him as well as saved by him; No the Apostle expounds himself, 1 John 3. 24. as who should say, it is such a faith as wholly resignes a man unto God, to be ruled and guided by him as well as saved by him; uh-x dt n1 vvz px31, crd np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp av-jn vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31 c-acp av c-acp vvn p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7309 it is such a faith as makes a man with minde, and heart, and will, it is such a faith as makes a man with mind, and heart, and will, pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc vmb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7310 and all that is in a man, to cast himself upon Christ, so that all obedience, and all that is in a man, to cast himself upon christ, so that all Obedience, cc d cst vbz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1, av cst d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7311 and all conformity to the Sonne of God will follow; and all conformity to the Son of God will follow; cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7312 he that hath this faith to keep his Commandements, dwelleth in God, and God in him. he that hath this faith to keep his commandments, dwells in God, and God in him. pns31 cst vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, vvz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7313 Now what kinde of faith can this be? can it be only the act of the minde whereby a man believes all the truths concerning Christ? doth this unite a man to Christ? It were blasphemy to say so, Now what kind of faith can this be? can it be only the act of the mind whereby a man believes all the truths Concerning christ? does this unite a man to christ? It were blasphemy to say so, av q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmb d vbi? vmb pn31 vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz d dt n2 vvg np1? vdz d vvi dt n1 p-acp np1? pn31 vbdr n1 pc-acp vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7314 for by this Argument, the union between Christ and a true believer, were no better then the union between a true believer and the Devil, for by this Argument, the Union between christ and a true believer, were no better then the Union between a true believer and the devil, c-acp p-acp d n1, dt n1 p-acp np1 cc dt j n1, vbdr dx jc cs dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7315 because a true believer believes all the truths and assents unto them that God hath spoken concerning the Devil, Because a true believer believes all the truths and assents unto them that God hath spoken Concerning the devil, c-acp dt j n1 vvz d dt n2 cc vvz p-acp pno32 cst np1 vhz vvn vvg dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7316 as well as concerning Christ, this doth not unite a man; as well as Concerning christ, this does not unite a man; c-acp av c-acp vvg np1, d vdz xx vvi dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7317 there is a kinde of union indeed in the minde, but that union is only notional, and intentional, and rational; there is a kind of Union indeed in the mind, but that Union is only notional, and intentional, and rational; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc-acp cst n1 vbz av-j j, cc j, cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7318 as for example, when I think of an horse, or a tree, there is an union of the tree with my minde, as for Exampl, when I think of an horse, or a tree, there is an Union of the tree with my mind, c-acp p-acp n1, c-crq pns11 vvb pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7319 for the tree is in my minde in the notion of it, but this is a bare intentional and simple union; for the tree is in my mind in the notion of it, but this is a bore intentional and simple Union; p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp d vbz dt j j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7320 the maine union of all is in the heart, when the heart is united to a thing; the main Union of all is in the heart, when the heart is united to a thing; dt j n1 pp-f d vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7321 an heavenly minded man, he may have an union of his understanding with the things of this world; an heavenly minded man, he may have an Union of his understanding with the things of this world; dt j j-vvn n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7322 he may understand carnal men, understand their courses and wayes; he may understand carnal men, understand their courses and ways; pns31 vmb vvi j n2, vvb po32 n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7323 and there is a notional, intentional union with these things in his understanding, but he is not truly united to those courses except his heart be set upon those courses, then he takes them up; and there is a notional, intentional Union with these things in his understanding, but he is not truly united to those courses except his heart be Set upon those courses, then he Takes them up; cc pc-acp vbz dt j, j n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n2, cs pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7324 so untill the heart is set upon Christ, a man is never heavenly, never godly, never a true Christian, till he is thus united into Christ. so until the heart is Set upon christ, a man is never heavenly, never godly, never a true Christian, till he is thus united into christ. av c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, dt n1 vbz av-x j, av-x j, av-x dt j njp, c-acp pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7325 Nay, I will tell you more, and I will prove it, and it is a thing to be considered, that were it possible; Nay, I will tell you more, and I will prove it, and it is a thing to be considered, that were it possible; uh-x, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-dc, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbdr pn31 j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7326 Suppose God should reveal, (he might if he would) to any man; that he is elected before he is converted; Suppose God should reveal, (he might if he would) to any man; that he is elected before he is converted; vvb np1 vmd vvi, (pns31 vmd cs pns31 vmd) p-acp d n1; cst pns31 vbz vvn c-acp pns31 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7327 Suppose this, I do not say God doth thus to any of his Elect; Suppose this, I do not say God does thus to any of his Elect; vvb d, pns11 vdb xx vvi np1 vdz av p-acp d pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7328 but suppose an Elect man that is yet unconverted, and yet out of Christ, he is a natural man, and yet an elected man; but suppose an Elect man that is yet unconverted, and yet out of christ, he is a natural man, and yet an elected man; cc-acp vvb dt j-vvn n1 cst vbz av vvn, cc av av pp-f np1, pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc av dt j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7329 •uppose I say, God should reveal to this man, thou art elected to eternal life, I have intended from all eternity to give my Son to thee, all his merits, and death; and passion; •uppose I say, God should reveal to this man, thou art elected to Eternal life, I have intended from all eternity to give my Son to thee, all his merits, and death; and passion; vvb pns11 vvb, np1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp j n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21, d po31 n2, cc n1; cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7330 I have intended them to thee, and I have intended thou shalt have fellowship with him; I have intended them to thee, and I have intended thou shalt have fellowship with him; pns11 vhb vvn pno32 pc-acp pno21, cc pns11 vhb j-vvn pns21 vm2 vhi n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7331 God reveales this, and the man firmly assents to the authority of the speaker, that he is elected to eternal life; God reveals this, and the man firmly assents to the Authority of the speaker, that he is elected to Eternal life; np1 vvz d, cc dt n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7332 doth this faith justifie a man? A man is in his sins, yet for all this, does this faith justify a man? A man is in his Sins, yet for all this, vdz d n1 vvi dt n1? dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2, av p-acp d d, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7333 though he knoweth, and God hath revealed such a thing to him, that he hath intended Christ to him, (as long as he hath not revealed that he is in Christ) this doth not put him into Christ, this sheweth him that he shall be in Christ; though he Knoweth, and God hath revealed such a thing to him, that he hath intended christ to him, (as long as he hath not revealed that he is in christ) this does not put him into christ, this shows him that he shall be in christ; cs pns31 vvz, cc np1 vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vhz vvn np1 p-acp pno31, (c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vhz xx vvn cst pns31 vbz p-acp np1) d vdz xx vvi pno31 p-acp np1, d vvz pno31 cst pns31 vmb vbi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7334 but this act of believing doth not put him into Christ; but this act of believing does not put him into christ; cc-acp d n1 pp-f vvg vdz xx vvi pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7335 therefore the children of God that are converted, and are believers, and can believe that God hath elected them, Therefore the children of God that Are converted, and Are believers, and can believe that God hath elected them, av dt n2 pp-f np1 cst vbr vvn, cc vbr n2, cc vmb vvi cst np1 vhz vvn pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7336 and eternally intended Christ to them, this act of their faith doth not justifie them, this only is an act to know that they are justified already, and converted already. and eternally intended christ to them, this act of their faith does not justify them, this only is an act to know that they Are justified already, and converted already. cc av-j vvd np1 p-acp pno32, d n1 pp-f po32 n1 vdz xx vvi pno32, d av-j vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vbr vvn av, cc vvn av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 613 Page 74
7337 I will shew you an excellent place for this, 2 Tim. 1. 12. For which cause, saith the Apostle, I also suffer these things, I will show you an excellent place for this, 2 Tim. 1. 12. For which cause, Says the Apostle, I also suffer these things, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt j n1 p-acp d, crd np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq n1, vvz dt n1, pns11 av vvi d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 614 Page 74
7338 for I know in whom I have believed, and that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day. for I know in whom I have believed, and that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day. c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cc cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 614 Page 74
7339 Mark here, I know in whom I have believed, there is the act of faith, I have believed in him, he expounds himself there, he means I have committed my self to him, all I have, all I am, this was the act of justification, and intitling him unto him; Mark Here, I know in whom I have believed, there is the act of faith, I have believed in him, he expounds himself there, he means I have committed my self to him, all I have, all I am, this was the act of justification, and entitling him unto him; vvb av, pns11 vvb p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp, pns31 vvz pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp pno31, d pns11 vhb, d pns11 vbm, d vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg pno31 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 614 Page 74
7340 but now saith he, I know this, this is an act of assurance whereby he reflects upon himself, that God was his God, and intended to save him; but now Says he, I know this, this is an act of assurance whereby he reflects upon himself, that God was his God, and intended to save him; cc-acp av vvz pns31, pns11 vvb d, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp px31, cst np1 vbds po31 n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 614 Page 75
7341 but this was not the thing that justified him: No, I believe on him, and committed myself unto him; but this was not the thing that justified him: No, I believe on him, and committed myself unto him; cc-acp d vbds xx dt n1 cst vvd pno31: uh-dx, pns11 vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvd px11 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 614 Page 75
7342 and I know this, this act is but the knowledge of a •hans justifying faith, and not the thing it self. and I know this, this act is but the knowledge of a •hans justifying faith, and not the thing it self. cc pns11 vvb d, d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg n1, cc xx dt n1 pn31 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 614 Page 75
7343 For the use of the point, here, First, we s•e that it is no absurdity to say that true justifying faith is in the heart as well as in the minde; For the use of the point, Here, First, we s•e that it is no absurdity to say that true justifying faith is in the heart as well as in the mind; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av, ord, pns12 vvb cst pn31 vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi cst j vvg n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7344 many good Divines (as Master Perkins ) say, that faith is only in the minde; many good Divines (as Master Perkins) say, that faith is only in the mind; d j vvz (c-acp n1 np1) vvb, cst n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7345 and this is the opinion of the Papists also; and this is the opinion of the Papists also; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp2 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7346 the reason why good Divines say so, is because they do make faith to be the full perswasion of a man that God hath intended Christ to him particularly; the reason why good Divines say so, is Because they do make faith to be the full persuasion of a man that God hath intended christ to him particularly; dt n1 c-crq j n2-jn vvb av, vbz c-acp pns32 vdb vvi n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst np1 vhz vvn np1 p-acp pno31 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7347 but this is not an act of a justifying faith, but comes after it, it is a consequent of it. but this is not an act of a justifying faith, but comes After it, it is a consequent of it. cc-acp d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz dt j pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7348 The reason why the Papists say so, is this, because they hold that a justifying faith is nothing else but a fir•e assent o• the minde, to the general promises of the Gospel, The reason why the Papists say so, is this, Because they hold that a justifying faith is nothing Else but a fir•e assent o• the mind, to the general promises of the Gospel, dt n1 c-crq dt njp2 vvb av, vbz d, c-acp pns32 vvb cst dt vvg n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1 n1 dt n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7349 and in particular the promise of the forgivenesse of sinnes in and through the Lord Jesus Christ, generally taken they say, this is a true faith; and in particular the promise of the forgiveness of Sins in and through the Lord jesus christ, generally taken they say, this is a true faith; cc p-acp j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, av-j vvn pns32 vvb, d vbz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7350 now, when we say this may be a read faith; now, when we say this may be a read faith; av, c-crq pns12 vvb d vmb vbi dt vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7351 'tis true, say they, therefore a man is quickened and enlivened by charity and good works, it's true, say they, Therefore a man is quickened and enlivened by charity and good works, pn31|vbz j, vvb pns32, av dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cc j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7352 so that this faith and good works will justifie a man; but this is Antichristian leaven; so that this faith and good works will justify a man; but this is Antichristian leaven; av cst d n1 cc j n2 vmb vvi dt n1; cc-acp d vbz jp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7353 but I say that true justifying faith is not in the mind only, but in the heart also. but I say that true justifying faith is not in the mind only, but in the heart also. cc-acp pns11 vvb cst j vvg n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 615 Page 75
7354 Object. But you will say, is it not absur'd that one grace should be in two powers of the soul, that it should stand stradling like a colosse, with one foot in the minde, Object. But you will say, is it not absurd that one grace should be in two Powers of the soul, that it should stand straddling like a colosse, with one foot in the mind, n1. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vbz pn31 xx j cst crd n1 vmd vbi p-acp crd n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vmd zz j-vvg av-j dt n1, p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 616 Page 75
7355 and another in the heart? and Another in the heart? cc j-jn p-acp dt n1? (7) treatise (DIV2) 616 Page 75
7356 Answ. 1. I answer, it is but a conceit for ought we know, we can have no firme ground for it, that the understanding and will are two several powers of the soul really and distinct; Answer 1. I answer, it is but a conceit for ought we know, we can have no firm ground for it, that the understanding and will Are two several Powers of the soul really and distinct; np1 crd pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pi pns12 vvi, pns12 vmb vhi dx j n1 p-acp pn31, cst dt n1 cc n1 vbr crd j n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j cc j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 617 Page 75
7357 many good •ivines, both Pro•testants and Papists •eny it, as Scaliger and others: But they are two several offices of one and the self-same soul; many good •ivines, both Pro•testants and Papists •eny it, as Scaliger and Others: But they Are two several Offices of one and the selfsame soul; d j n2-jn, d n2 cc njp2 vvb pn31, c-acp np1 cc n2-jn: cc-acp pns32 vbr crd j n2 pp-f crd cc dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 617 Page 75
7358 the self-same soul able to understand, is called the understanding; and the self-same soul able to will, is called the will; the selfsame soul able to understand, is called the understanding; and the selfsame soul able to will, is called the will; dt j n1 j pc-acp vvi, vbz vvn dt n1; cc dt j n1 j p-acp n1, vbz vvn dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 617 Page 75
7359 the self-same soul i• able to understand and will. 2. But suppose that the understanding and the will were really different one from another, the selfsame soul i• able to understand and will. 2. But suppose that the understanding and the will were really different one from Another, dt j n1 n1 j pc-acp vvi cc n1. crd cc-acp vvb cst dt n1 cc dt n1 vbdr av-j j pi p-acp n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 617 Page 75
7360 yet I say, it is not properly to be said that faith is either in the understanding or in the will, yet I say, it is not properly to be said that faith is either in the understanding or in the will, av pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn cst n1 vbz av-d p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7361 but it is properly in the soul of a man; but it is properly in the soul of a man; cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7362 the reason is, because faith is an act of the new nature, a believer is born of God, 〈 ◊ 〉 Joh. 5. 1. and regeneration or the new nature is not in the understanding or will only, the reason is, Because faith is an act of the new nature, a believer is born of God, 〈 ◊ 〉 John 5. 1. and regeneration or the new nature is not in the understanding or will only, dt n1 vbz, c-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f np1, 〈 sy 〉 np1 crd crd cc n1 cc dt j n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 cc vmb av-j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7363 but the whole soul is regenerate, the very soul hath a new nature; but the Whole soul is regenerate, the very soul hath a new nature; cc-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn, dt j n1 vhz dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7364 I do not remember that Aquinas speaks of regeneration, but only in this place, and he saith that regeneration is in the soul, and the soul is regenerated; I do not Remember that Aquinas speaks of regeneration, but only in this place, and he Says that regeneration is in the soul, and the soul is regenerated; pns11 vdb xx vvi d np1 vvz pp-f n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp d n1, cc pns31 vvz d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7365 not is though the substance of the soul were altered; not is though the substance of the soul were altered; xx vbz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7366 but this new nature is as deeply rooted in the soul as the understanding and will it self; but this new nature is as deeply rooted in the soul as the understanding and will it self; cc-acp d j n1 vbz p-acp av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vmb pn31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7367 as it is with the old nature in a man unconverted, this old nature moves the understanding to think of worldly things, as it is with the old nature in a man unconverted, this old nature moves the understanding to think of worldly things, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, d j n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7368 and savour them, and moves the will and affections to love worldly things, and go after them; and savour them, and moves the will and affections to love worldly things, and go After them; cc vvb pno32, cc vvz dt n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi j n2, cc vvi p-acp pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7369 the old nature moves both minde and will to go this way; the old nature moves both mind and will to go this Way; dt j n1 vvz d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7370 the old nature is the inclination of a man to the world, to the creature, to the things of this life; the old nature is the inclination of a man to the world, to the creature, to the things of this life; dt j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7371 now, when the new nature comes in and a man is renewed, this new nature inclines the minde to minde Jesus Christ, now, when the new nature comes in and a man is renewed, this new nature inclines the mind to mind jesus christ, av, c-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp cc dt n1 vbz vvn, d j n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7372 and inclines the will to affect Jesus Christ, and moves all the soul to go that way, and inclines the will to affect jesus christ, and moves all the soul to go that Way, cc vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 np1, cc vvz d dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7373 so that the very soul is renewed, and faith is as deeply •ooted in the soul as any thing else; so that the very soul is renewed, and faith is as deeply •ooted in the soul as any thing Else; av cst dt j n1 vbz vvn, cc n1 vbz p-acp av-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp d n1 av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7374 Nay, as low as the very faculties themselves in some sence, for it reacheth so far forth as to move them after Christ; Nay, as low as the very faculties themselves in Some sense, for it reaches so Far forth as to move them After christ; uh-x, c-acp j c-acp dt j n2 px32 p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vvz av av-j av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7375 and this faith puts forth the mind to assent to the truths of the Gospel, and puts forth the will to relie upon Christ. and this faith puts forth the mind to assent to the truths of the Gospel, and puts forth the will to rely upon christ. cc d n1 vvz av dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz av dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 618 Page 75
7376 Thirdly, the Scripture plainly seates faith in the heart as well as in the minde, Rom. 10. 10 With the heart a man believeth unto righteousnesse, neither may a man say that the heart is put for the whole soul of a man, it is not put for the will, the text plainly shewes he meanes the will, Thirdly, the Scripture plainly seats faith in the heart as well as in the mind, Rom. 10. 10 With the heart a man Believeth unto righteousness, neither may a man say that the heart is put for the Whole soul of a man, it is not put for the will, the text plainly shows he means the will, ord, dt n1 av-j n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, d vmb dt n1 vvb d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 av-j vvz pns31 vvz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 75
7377 because the Apostle puts the believing with the heart, to distinguish this saith from all other, to exclude hypocrisie and all counterfeit faith ▪ for an hypocrite may confesse with his tongue, he may have braine faith, Because the Apostle puts the believing with the heart, to distinguish this Says from all other, to exclude hypocrisy and all counterfeit faith ▪ for an hypocrite may confess with his tongue, he may have brain faith, c-acp dt n1 vvz dt vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d vvz p-acp d n-jn, pc-acp vvi n1 cc d j-jn n1 ▪ p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vhi n1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7378 and notional saith, so much as to work upon the outward man; but with the heart a man believeth unto righteousnesse; and notional Says, so much as to work upon the outward man; but with the heart a man Believeth unto righteousness; cc j vvz, av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7379 if it be a sincere cordial-faith, as he notionally believes these truths, so his heart runnes after them and is set upon them, and this is unto righteousnesse; if it be a sincere cordial-faith, as he notionally believes these truths, so his heart runs After them and is Set upon them, and this is unto righteousness; cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, c-acp pns31 av-j vvz d n2, av po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32 cc vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cc d vbz p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7380 so when the Eunuch had asked Philip for baptisme, I am a believer; so when the Eunuch had asked Philip for Baptism, I am a believer; av c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn vvi p-acp n1, pns11 vbm dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7381 and what lets but I may be baptized? saith he, if thou belie••• with all thine heart thou mayest; and what lets but I may be baptised? Says he, if thou belie••• with all thine heart thou Mayest; cc q-crq vvz cc-acp pns11 vmb vbi vvn? vvz pns31, cs pns21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1 pns21 vm2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7382 As who should say, thou sai•st thou art a believer, but take heed, do not deceive thy soul; As who should say, thou sai•st thou art a believer, but take heed, do not deceive thy soul; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vv2 pns21 vb2r dt n1, cc-acp vvb n1, vdb xx vvi po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7383 may be thou ••st an intellectual faith, but is it an heart faith? Nay, thou maiest have some kinde of cordial faith, a temporary faith; may be thou ••st an intellectual faith, but is it an heart faith? Nay, thou Mayest have Some kind of cordial faith, a temporary faith; vmb vbi pns21 vh2 dt j n1, cc-acp vbz pn31 dt n1 n1? uh-x, pns21 vm2 vhi d n1 pp-f j n1, dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7384 but doest thou believe with all thine heart? Doest thou place all thine heart, upon Christ? Doest thou place all thy ends and aimes upon Christ? Doest thou so reach thy self forth to Christ, that in all things Christ have the preheminence? Doest thou wholly resigne thy self up unto Christ, minde, but dost thou believe with all thine heart? Dost thou place all thine heart, upon christ? Dost thou place all thy ends and aims upon christ? Dost thou so reach thy self forth to christ, that in all things christ have the pre-eminence? Dost thou wholly resign thy self up unto christ, mind, cc-acp vd2 pns21 vvi p-acp d po21 n1? vd2 pns21 vvi d po21 n1, p-acp np1? vd2 pns21 vvi d po21 n2 cc vvz p-acp np1? vd2 pns21 av vvi po21 n1 av p-acp np1, cst p-acp d n2 np1 vhi dt n1? vd2 pns21 av-jn vvi po21 n1 a-acp p-acp np1, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7385 and heart, and all that is in thee? If thou believest with all thine heart I dare be bold to baptize thee, and heart, and all that is in thee? If thou Believest with all thine heart I Dare be bold to baptise thee, cc n1, cc d cst vbz p-acp pno21? cs pns21 vv2 p-acp d po21 n1 pns11 vvb vbb j pc-acp vvi pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7386 and seale thee up unto eternal life; so that the Scripture makes faith to be not only an assent of the mind, and seal thee up unto Eternal life; so that the Scripture makes faith to be not only an assent of the mind, cc vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp j n1; av cst dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vbi xx av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7387 but an affiance of the heart in Christ. but an affiance of the heart in christ. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 619 Page 76
7388 Fourthly, it is no absurdity to say that faith is in the heart, and in severall powers of the soul, Fourthly, it is no absurdity to say that faith is in the heart, and in several Powers of the soul, ord, pn31 vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7389 because faith is such a thing as must purifie the whole man, and all the powers of the soul, it justifies, and sanctifies the whole man; Because faith is such a thing as must purify the Whole man, and all the Powers of the soul, it Justifies, and Sanctifies the Whole man; c-acp n1 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi dt j-jn n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz, cc vvz dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7390 it is faith that reneweth the whole man, therefore no wonder it is such a thing that the whole man must put forth it self in, it is like leaven, Matth. 13. 33. That leaveneth the whole lump; it is faith that Reneweth the Whole man, Therefore no wonder it is such a thing that the Whole man must put forth it self in, it is like leaven, Matthew 13. 33. That leaveneth the Whole lump; pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz dt j-jn n1, av dx n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 cst dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi av pn31 n1 p-acp, pn31 vbz j n1, np1 crd crd cst vvz dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7391 so faith is such a thing, that he which hathie purifieth himself, himself is the agent, all himself is the patient; so faith is such a thing, that he which hathie Purifieth himself, himself is the agent, all himself is the patient; av n1 vbz d dt n1, cst pns31 r-crq n1 vvz px31, px31 vbz dt n1, d n1 vbz dt j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7392 all himself is set to strive against sin and to please God, and to draw the whole man to God; all himself is Set to strive against since and to please God, and to draw the Whole man to God; d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7393 his whole self is both the agent and the patient, faith comes in to justifie the whole man, his Whole self is both the agent and the patient, faith comes in to justify the Whole man, po31 j-jn n1 vbz d dt n1 cc dt j, n1 vvz p-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7394 and sanctifie the whole man, and renew the whole man, therefore no wonder it is such an act as the whole man doth put forth, not only the mind by assenting, and sanctify the Whole man, and renew the Whole man, Therefore no wonder it is such an act as the Whole man does put forth, not only the mind by assenting, cc vvi dt j-jn n1, cc vvi dt j-jn n1, av dx n1 pn31 vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vdz vvi av, xx av-j dt n1 p-acp vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7395 but the heart by relying, and the affections by placing themselves upon God. but the heart by relying, and the affections by placing themselves upon God. cc-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc dt n2 p-acp vvg px32 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 620 Page 76
7396 Fifthly, there be abundance of graces besides faith, that are in all the powers of the soul, Fifthly, there be abundance of graces beside faith, that Are in all the Powers of the soul, ord, pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, cst vbr p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 621 Page 76
7397 as livelihood is in the whole, and unblameablenesse, 1 Thess. 5. 23. and perseverance is in the whole man, as livelihood is in the Whole, and Unblamableness, 1 Thess 5. 23. and perseverance is in the Whole man, c-acp n1 vbz p-acp dt j-jn, cc n1, crd np1 crd crd cc n1 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 621 Page 76
7398 so that the mind must not only persevere in saving knowledge, but the heart also in saving confidence, perseverance runs through all the soul, so that the mind must not only persevere in Saving knowledge, but the heart also in Saving confidence, perseverance runs through all the soul, av cst dt n1 vmb xx av-j vvi p-acp vvg n1, cc-acp dt n1 av p-acp vvg n1, n1 vvz p-acp d dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 621 Page 76
7399 and why not faith, many graces have a complext and compounded nature; and why not faith, many graces have a complexed and compounded nature; cc q-crq xx n1, d n2 vhb dt j cc j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 621 Page 76
7400 in one regard they may be said to be in the minde, in another in the heart, in another in the memory, in another in the affections, in another in the body; in one regard they may be said to be in the mind, in Another in the heart, in Another in the memory, in Another in the affections, in Another in the body; p-acp crd n1 pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1, p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1, p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n2, p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 621 Page 76
7401 so it is with faith, in one regard, in regard of assent it is in the mind, in regard of confidence and affiance it is in the will. so it is with faith, in one regard, in regard of assent it is in the mind, in regard of confidence and affiance it is in the will. av pn31 vbz p-acp n1, p-acp crd n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 621 Page 76
7402 Here we see that though faith be sure of salvation and justification in regard of the event, Here we see that though faith be sure of salvation and justification in regard of the event, av pns12 vvb cst cs n1 vbb j pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7403 yet it is not alwayes sure of it in regard of sense and feeling, for true faith, is not the apprehending of salvation it self, yet it is not always sure of it in regard of sense and feeling, for true faith, is not the apprehending of salvation it self, av pn31 vbz xx av j pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp j n1, vbz xx dt vvg pp-f n1 pn31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7404 but the apprehending of Christ for salvation; but the apprehending of christ for salvation; cc-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7405 when a man placeth all his affiance in Christ, and all the good he looks for, spiritual good, temporal good, help, comfort, meanes, when a man places all his affiance in christ, and all the good he looks for, spiritual good, temporal good, help, Comfort, means, c-crq dt n1 vvz d po31 n1 p-acp np1, cc d dt j pns31 vvz p-acp, j j, j j, vvb, n1, n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7406 and maintenance, and particularly the pardon of his sinnes, this is justifying faith; and maintenance, and particularly the pardon of his Sins, this is justifying faith; cc n1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, d vbz vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7407 though for sense and feeling there is much uncertainty, faith is certaine for the event, the man that believes is justified, though for sense and feeling there is much uncertainty, faith is certain for the event, the man that believes is justified, cs p-acp n1 cc vvg a-acp vbz d n1, n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cst vvz vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7408 and shall be sanctified, and saved; and shall be sanctified, and saved; cc vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7409 but in regard of sense and feeling, it is not alwayes certaine, Joh. 3. 15. He doth not say, whosoever believes he shall have eternal life, hath it, but in regard of sense and feeling, it is not always certain, John 3. 15. He does not say, whosoever believes he shall have Eternal life, hath it, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz xx av j, np1 crd crd pns31 vdz xx vvi, r-crq vvz pns31 vmb vhi j n1, vhz pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7410 but whosoever believes in me he shall have it, though he be afraid he shall not have it, but whosoever believes in me he shall have it, though he be afraid he shall not have it, cc-acp r-crq vvz p-acp pno11 pns31 vmb vhi pn31, cs pns31 vbb j pns31 vmb xx vhi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7411 yet if he believes in me he shall have it certainly, if with heart, and minde, yet if he believes in me he shall have it Certainly, if with heart, and mind, av cs pns31 vvz p-acp pno11 pns31 vmb vhi pn31 av-j, cs p-acp n1, cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 76
7412 and soul, and all, he resigne up himself to me, to be guided and ruled by me in all his wayes, and soul, and all, he resign up himself to me, to be guided and ruled by me in all his ways, cc n1, cc d, pns31 vvb a-acp px31 p-acp pno11, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7413 if he commit• himself to me he shall have eternal life• may be he is afraid he shall not have it; if he commit• himself to me he shall have Eternal life• may be he is afraid he shall not have it; cs pns31 n1 px31 p-acp pno11 pns31 vmb vhi j n1 vmb vbi pns31 vbz j pns31 vmb xx vhi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7414 a man hath that affiance in Christ, that is confident in Christ for salvation, and commits himself to Christ for all his comfort, a man hath that affiance in christ, that is confident in christ for salvation, and commits himself to christ for all his Comfort, dt n1 vhz d n1 p-acp np1, cst vbz j p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvz px31 p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7415 and hope, and stay, and is ••lly resolved by the Grace of God never it have him, he is inwardly purposed never to forsake him, he will ever set hi•self to please him, he will eve• follow his Commandements, and hope, and stay, and is ••lly resolved by the Grace of God never it have him, he is inwardly purposed never to forsake him, he will ever Set hi•self to please him, he will eve• follow his commandments, cc n1, cc vvi, cc vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av pn31 vhb pno31, pns31 vbz av-j vvn av pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vmb av vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vmb n1 vvi po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7416 and ever striv• 〈 ◊ 〉 his corruptions; and ever striv• 〈 ◊ 〉 his corruptions; cc av n1 〈 sy 〉 po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7417 and whereas he may be tempted to be carried from 〈 ◊ 〉, he hath an inward principle in his soul for a rule which he goeth b•, that he must please God, and not man; and whereas he may be tempted to be carried from 〈 ◊ 〉, he hath an inward principle in his soul for a Rule which he Goes b•, that he must please God, and not man; cc cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp 〈 sy 〉, pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi np1, cc xx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7418 there is an inward rule rooted in his 〈 ◊ 〉, that thus i• is, there is an inward Rule rooted in his 〈 ◊ 〉, that thus i• is, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp po31 〈 sy 〉, cst av n1 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7419 and this man commits himself to Christ, for audience in his prayers, for acceptance in his duties, and this man commits himself to christ, for audience in his Prayers, for acceptance in his duties, cc d n1 vvz px31 p-acp np1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7420 for the resisting of his corruptions, 〈 ◊ 〉 for the salvation of his soul when he dieth, for the resisting of his corruptions, 〈 ◊ 〉 for the salvation of his soul when he Dieth, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n2, 〈 sy 〉 c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7421 and for the comfortable resurrection of his body at the last day; and for the comfortable resurrection of his body At the last day; cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7422 yet notwithstanding this man would give a world to be assured of Gods favour, though he casts himself upon God for it, yet notwithstanding this man would give a world to be assured of God's favour, though he Cast himself upon God for it, av p-acp d n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f npg1 n1, cs pns31 vvz px31 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7423 and commits himself, and betrusts himself with Jesus Christ; he doth so believe in him that he dares follow him in all his wayes, and commits himself, and betrusts himself with jesus christ; he does so believe in him that he dares follow him in all his ways, cc vvz px31, cc vvz px31 p-acp np1 np1; pns31 vdz av vvi p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vvz vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7424 and he dares cast himself upon him; whatsoever it will cost me I will follow Christ; and he dares cast himself upon him; whatsoever it will cost me I will follow christ; cc pns31 vvz vvi px31 p-acp pno31; c-crq pn31 vmb vvi pno11 pns11 vmb vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7425 may be it may cost me the ill will of my friends; may be of my husband; may be it may cost me the ill will of my Friends; may be of my husband; vmb vbi pn31 vmb vvi pno11 dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n2; vmb vbi pp-f po11 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7426 may be it may cost me the ill will of all the Countrey; yet that way I will walk, thought it cost me 〈 ◊ 〉 and faggot; may be it may cost me the ill will of all the Country; yet that Way I will walk, Thought it cost me 〈 ◊ 〉 and faggot; vmb vbi pn31 vmb vvi pno11 dt j-jn n1 pp-f d dt n1; av d n1 pns11 vmb vvi, vvd pn31 vvd pno11 〈 sy 〉 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7427 may be I shall be persecuted and imprisoned, it is no matter, her• is eternal life and no where els•; may be I shall be persecuted and imprisoned, it is no matter, her• is Eternal life and no where els•; vmb vbi pns11 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, pn31 vbz dx n1, n1 vbz j n1 cc dx c-crq n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7428 here I come for it, and here I trust that Christ will give it to me, it is he only that can help me, he only that can give me audience in prayer, he only can bring me to acceptance in heaven; Here I come for it, and Here I trust that christ will give it to me, it is he only that can help me, he only that can give me audience in prayer, he only can bring me to acceptance in heaven; av pns11 vvb p-acp pn31, cc av pns11 vvb cst np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno11, pn31 vbz pns31 j cst vmb vvi pno11, pns31 av-j cst vmb vvi pno11 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 av-j vmb vvi pno11 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7429 here I come to him for it, and cast my self upon him in all my wayes; Here I come to him for it, and cast my self upon him in all my ways; av pns11 vvb p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31, cc vvd po11 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d po11 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7430 yet may be this man would give a world for this favour; yet may be this man would give a world for this favour; av vmb vbi d n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7431 that he hath committed himself to Christ, for he would give all the world to the shirt upon his back that he had the sense and feeling of it, many times between hope and despaire, he even staggers and knows not what to think, that he hath committed himself to christ, for he would give all the world to the shirt upon his back that he had the sense and feeling of it, many times between hope and despair, he even staggers and knows not what to think, cst pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vhd dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pn31, d n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 av vvz cc vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7432 yet he will cast himself upon Christ, and trust to him; yet he will cast himself upon christ, and trust to him; av pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7433 yet he hath much ado to believe certainly, there is a great deal of feares and doubtings in his faith; yet he hath much ado to believe Certainly, there is a great deal of fears and doubtings in his faith; av pns31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7434 the reason is, when a man hath trusted in Christ, and lookes upon his faith, he shall finde may be such strength of worldly allurements, such yieldings to the assents of the flesh, the reason is, when a man hath trusted in christ, and looks upon his faith, he shall find may be such strength of worldly allurements, such yieldings to the assents of the Flesh, dt n1 vbz, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp np1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi vmb vbi d n1 pp-f j n2, d n2-vvg p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7435 and himself sometimes foiled with a paultry and petty lust; and himself sometime foiled with a paltry and Petty lust; cc px31 av vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7436 he shall finde such a deal of deadnesse, and so much untowardnesse, and such a company of cor••ptions marching before him, that he is afraid; he shall find such a deal of deadness, and so much untowardness, and such a company of cor••ptions marching before him, that he is afraid; pns31 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av d n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7437 'tis true, I have cast my self upon Christ, but I doubt my faith is not of the right stamp; it's true, I have cast my self upon christ, but I doubt my faith is not of the right stamp; pn31|vbz j, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1 vbz xx pp-f dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7438 not as though a man can believe in hugger mugger, and a man knows not what he doth, not as though a man can believe in hugger mugger, and a man knows not what he does, xx p-acp c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 n1, cc dt n1 vvz xx r-crq pns31 vdz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7439 for a man sees it, and knows it, for the spirit of a man knows what is in him; for a man sees it, and knows it, for the Spirit of a man knows what is in him; p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz r-crq vbz p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7440 ask the man? Sir, do you not do thus and thus? Yes, have you not these and these workings in you? he cannot deny it, do you not hate your self for every sinne you know, ask the man? Sir, do you not do thus and thus? Yes, have you not these and these workings in you? he cannot deny it, do you not hate your self for every sin you know, vvb dt n1? n1, vdb pn22 xx vdi av cc av? uh, vhb pn22 xx d cc d n2 p-acp pn22? pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, vdb pn22 xx vvi po22 n1 p-acp d n1 pn22 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7441 and do you not know your own sinnes, and do you not grieve to see what a vile creature you are? do you not labour after more sincerity in your wayes, and do you not know your own Sins, and do you not grieve to see what a vile creature you Are? do you not labour After more sincerity in your ways, cc vdb pn22 xx vvi po22 d n2, cc vdb pn22 xx vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j n1 pn22 vbr? vdb pn22 xx vvi p-acp dc n1 p-acp po22 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7442 and more quickning in good duties? He cannot deny but he hungers after these things, and 〈 ◊ 〉 you not still follow Christ, and more quickening in good duties? He cannot deny but he hunger's After these things, and 〈 ◊ 〉 you not still follow christ, cc av-dc j-vvg p-acp j n2? pns31 vmbx vvi cc-acp pns31 n2 p-acp d n2, cc 〈 sy 〉 pn22 xx av vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7443 and cleave still to Christ, and do you not still labour to deny your selfe? He cannot but confesse it, why then you have faith; and cleave still to christ, and do you not still labour to deny your self? He cannot but confess it, why then you have faith; cc vvb av p-acp np1, cc vdb pn22 xx av vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n1? pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi pn31, uh-crq av pn22 vhb n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7444 'tis true, saith he, I go out of my self, but it is I know not how, I am at this passe, it's true, Says he, I go out of my self, but it is I know not how, I am At this pass, pn31|vbz j, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb av pp-f po11 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz pns11 vvb xx c-crq, pns11 vbm p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7445 if I perish I perish, here I stick, and here I wil ad••re, but yet I fear I am not right; if I perish I perish, Here I stick, and Here I will ad••re, but yet I Fear I am not right; cs pns11 vvb pns11 vvb, av pns11 vvb, cc av pns11 vmb vvi, cc-acp av pns11 vvb pns11 vbm xx j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7446 the Scripture saith true, faith doth thus and thus, and thus; but here I see such a corruption so strong, and such a lust so mighty; the Scripture Says true, faith does thus and thus, and thus; but Here I see such a corruption so strong, and such a lust so mighty; dt n1 vvz j, n1 vdz av cc av, cc av; cc-acp av pns11 vvb d dt n1 av j, cc d dt n1 av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7447 I say, true faith may be without sense and feeling of it, there may be much f••re and •rem••ing in regard of assurance of salvation, I say, true faith may be without sense and feeling of it, there may be much f••re and •rem••ing in regard of assurance of salvation, pns11 vvb, j n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pn31, pc-acp vmb vbi av-d av-dc cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7448 though a man do truly and confidently cast himself upon Christ; and I will prove this unto you by five Arguments. though a man do truly and confidently cast himself upon christ; and I will prove this unto you by five Arguments. cs dt n1 vdb av-j cc av-j vvd px31 p-acp np1; cc pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp pn22 p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 622 Page 77
7449 First, the event is not the object of a justifying faith, that a man shall be •ustified• sanctified, and saved; First, the event is not the Object of a justifying faith, that a man shall be •ustified• sanctified, and saved; ord, dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi n1 vvn, cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 77
7450 this is the event of a justifying faith, that he lookes for; this is the event of a justifying faith, that he looks for; d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1, cst pns31 vvz p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7451 Now the object of a justifying faith is not the event, that it shall fall out thus with him, he commits this to God, he believes in the general that all that believe shall be saved; Now the Object of a justifying faith is not the event, that it shall fallen out thus with him, he commits this to God, he believes in the general that all that believe shall be saved; av dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1 vbz xx dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi av av p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz d p-acp np1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst d cst vvb vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7452 and that a reprobate may believe, but the event that he shall be justified and saved, is the fruit of a justifying faith; and that a Reprobate may believe, but the event that he shall be justified and saved, is the fruit of a justifying faith; cc cst dt n-jn vmb vvi, cc-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7453 when a man hath justifying faith, this is not the object of it, but he commits himself to Christ for justifycation and salvation, he truly believes the event shall be, that they which truly believe shall be justified and saved, when a man hath justifying faith, this is not the Object of it, but he commits himself to christ for justification and salvation, he truly believes the event shall be, that they which truly believe shall be justified and saved, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvg n1, d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 vmb vbi, cst pns32 r-crq av-j vvi vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7454 and God will help their infimities, and pardon their weaknesses; and God will help their infirmities, and pardon their Weaknesses; cc np1 vmb vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7455 but now justifying faith apprehends not the event that comes afterwards, but faith commits it self to Christ for the event, but now justifying faith apprehends not the event that comes afterwards, but faith commits it self to christ for the event, cc-acp av vvg n1 vvz xx dt n1 cst vvz av, cc-acp n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7456 as I will shew you by a similitude; as I will show you by a similitude; c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7457 a man resolves to leane upon a staffe, what is in this mans minde? is the object this, that he shall not slip nor fall? no, he findes by experience that he may fall for all his staffe, a man resolves to lean upon a staff, what is in this men mind? is the Object this, that he shall not slip nor fallen? no, he finds by experience that he may fallen for all his staff, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d ng1 n1? vbz dt n1 d, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi? uh-dx, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7458 but he casts himself upon his staffe, fall or not fall, and though he do fall, he will not fling away his staffe; but he Cast himself upon his staff, fallen or not fallen, and though he do fallen, he will not fling away his staff; cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1, vvb cc xx vvi, cc cs pns31 vdb vvi, pns31 vmb xx vvi av po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7459 No, but he will look better to himselfe afterwards, he knows the fault was not in his staffe, No, but he will look better to himself afterwards, he knows the fault was not in his staff, uh-dx, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi av-jc p-acp px31 av, pns31 vvz dt n1 vbds xx p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7460 but in his own managing of it, therefore he commits himself to his staffe still, and resolves to leane upon it; but in his own managing of it, Therefore he commits himself to his staff still, and resolves to lean upon it; cc-acp p-acp po31 d n-vvg pp-f pn31, av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n1 av, cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7461 he is not sure he shall not fall, but though he do fall, he will up again, he is not sure he shall not fallen, but though he do fallen, he will up again, pns31 vbz xx j pns31 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp cs pns31 vdb vvi, pns31 vmb a-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7462 and help himself with his staffe in his going still; he knows the staffe is not in the fault, but himself; and help himself with his staff in his going still; he knows the staff is not in the fault, but himself; cc vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 vvg av; pns31 vvz dt n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7463 may be he doth not leane upon it, or he knows not the right way, but he is still leaning upon his staffe, and venturing upon his staffe; may be he does not lean upon it, or he knows not the right Way, but he is still leaning upon his staff, and venturing upon his staff; vmb vbi pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pn31, cc pns31 vvz xx dt j-jn n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz av vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7464 so I say true saving faith doth not truly apprehend he is justified, as if a man could not be justified unlesse he did believe it; so I say true Saving faith does not truly apprehend he is justified, as if a man could not be justified unless he did believe it; av pns11 vvb j vvg n1 vdz xx av-j vvi pns31 vbz vvn, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn cs pns31 vdd vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7465 this is the event, justifying faith is the committing himself to God for the event, Heb. 11. 23. By faith Abraham being called of God, went out of his owne Countrey, &c. By faith he cast himself upon God; this is the event, justifying faith is the committing himself to God for the event, Hebrew 11. 23. By faith Abraham being called of God, went out of his own Country, etc. By faith he cast himself upon God; d vbz dt n1, vvg n1 vbz dt vvg px31 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 np1 vbg vvn pp-f np1, vvd av pp-f po31 d n1, av p-acp n1 pns31 vvd px31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7466 did he belive now whether he should go? He could not tell, •e believed in the general, that God would not faile those that trusted in him; did he believe now whither he should go? He could not tell, •e believed in the general, that God would not fail those that trusted in him; vdd pns31 av av cs pns31 vmd vvi? pns31 vmd xx vvi, vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vmd xx vvi d cst vvd p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7467 but for his own particular he knew not whether he should go, but he casts himself upon God, whethersoever God will have me to go, I will go; but for his own particular he knew not whither he should go, but he Cast himself upon God, whithersoever God will have me to go, I will go; cc-acp p-acp po31 d j pns31 vvd xx cs pns31 vmd vvi, cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp np1, av np1 vmb vhi pno11 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7468 he commits himself to God at all adventures; this is true faith, and yet the event all this while may not be known, he commits himself to God At all adventures; this is true faith, and yet the event all this while may not be known, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2; d vbz j n1, cc av dt n1 d d n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7469 but a man may be much troubled about assurance. Secondly, the event; but a man may be much troubled about assurance. Secondly, the event; cc-acp dt n1 vmb vbi av-d vvn p-acp n1. ord, dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 623 Page 78
7470 that a man shall be justified, and sanctified, and saved, is conditional until a man hath believed; that a man shall be justified, and sanctified, and saved, is conditional until a man hath believed; cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc j-vvn, cc vvn, vbz j c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7471 Suppose a natural man, and yet an Elect man of God; Suppose a natural man, and yet an Elect man of God; vvb dt j n1, cc av dt j n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7472 what, must this man believe? must he beleeve that he shall be justified, and sanctified, what, must this man believe? must he believe that he shall be justified, and sanctified, r-crq, vmb d n1 vvi? vmb pns31 vvi cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc j-vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7473 and saved? No, there is no such thing in the Scripture; and saved? No, there is no such thing in the Scripture; cc vvn? uh-dx, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7474 take any natural man in the world, and look from the beginning of the Bible to the end, there is not one text that saith a natural man shall be saved; take any natural man in the world, and look from the beginning of the bible to the end, there is not one text that Says a natural man shall be saved; vvb d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 cst vvz dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7475 but justification and salvation are conditional till a man believes, but when a man hath beleeved, his justification, sanctification, and salvation is certain; but justification and salvation Are conditional till a man believes, but when a man hath believed, his justification, sanctification, and salvation is certain; cc-acp n1 cc n1 vbr j p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, po31 n1, n1, cc n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7476 but he must beleeve before he can be said to be justified; but he must believe before he can be said to be justified; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7477 now, before a man beleeves justification is upon condition, if a man beleeves he shall be justified and saved, now, before a man believes justification is upon condition, if a man believes he shall be justified and saved, av, p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 vbz p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7478 so may Judas and Simon Magus, Rom. 10. 9. 'Tis true, this is the condition, so may Judas and Simon Magus, Rom. 10. 9. It's true, this is the condition, av vmb np1 cc np1 np1, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz j, d vbz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7479 if thou beleeve in the Son of God, if thou take up his crosse and follow him, thou shalt be saved; if thou believe in the Son of God, if thou take up his cross and follow him, thou shalt be saved; cs pns21 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns21 vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvi pno31, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7480 this is but the conditio• but when a man hath believed, he is justified, and shall be saved; this is but the conditio• but when a man hath believed, he is justified, and shall be saved; d vbz p-acp dt n1 cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, pns31 vbz vvn, cc vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7481 it is absolute now, but he believed first; it is absolute now, but he believed First; pn31 vbz j av, cc-acp pns31 vvd ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7482 therefore justifying faith doth not beleeve he shall be saved and justified, for he must have faith first; Therefore justifying faith does not believe he shall be saved and justified, for he must have faith First; av vvg n1 vdz xx vvi pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1 ord; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7483 'tis true, if a man have saving and justifying faith, there is the truth of the Word for it, that he shall be saved; it's true, if a man have Saving and justifying faith, there is the truth of the Word for it, that he shall be saved; pn31|vbz j, cs dt n1 vhb vvg cc vvg n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7484 therefore justifying faith must be the casting off a mans selfe upon Christ for salvation. Thirdly, the event, that a man shall be justified, and sanctified, and saved; Therefore justifying faith must be the casting off a men self upon christ for salvation. Thirdly, the event, that a man shall be justified, and sanctified, and saved; av vvg n1 vmb vbi dt vvg a-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1. ord, dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc j-vvn, cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 624 Page 78
7485 this cannot be the thing, that a justifying faith in the act of justification must apprehend, this cannot be the thing, that a justifying faith in the act of justification must apprehend, d vmbx vbi dt n1, cst dt vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 78
7486 because then we could not say to every man, if thou beleevest, thou shalt be saved, that must be the object of a justifying faith; Because then we could not say to every man, if thou Believest, thou shalt be saved, that must be the Object of a justifying faith; c-acp cs pns12 vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1, cs pns21 vv2, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, cst vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 78
7487 that may be applied to any man, for else how should we preach the Word? we should expose our selves to cavils, that may be applied to any man, for Else how should we preach the Word? we should expose our selves to cavils, cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp av q-crq vmd pns12 vvi dt n1? pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7488 and open the mouthes of blasphemers, we must say then this is faith; and open the mouths of blasphemers, we must say then this is faith; cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, pns12 vmb vvi av d vbz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7489 you must believe you shall be saved, and that you are in the favour of God, you must believe you shall be saved, and that you Are in the favour of God, pn22 vmb vvi pn22 vmb vbi vvn, cc cst pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7490 and then we could not bid every man believe if it were so; and then we could not bid every man believe if it were so; cc av pns12 vmd xx vvi d n1 vvb cs pn31 vbdr av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7491 where the Gospel comes we are to bid every man to believe, what, to believe that every shall be justified, where the Gospel comes we Are to bid every man to believe, what, to believe that every shall be justified, c-crq dt n1 vvz pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq, pc-acp vvi cst d vmb vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7492 and sanctified, and saved? No, that were a lie, God commands no man to believe a lie, and sanctified, and saved? No, that were a lie, God commands no man to believe a lie, cc j-vvn, cc vvn? uh-dx, cst vbdr dt n1, np1 vvz dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7493 but he commands every man to believe in Christ for justification, and for sanctification, and for salvation; but he commands every man to believe in christ for justification, and for sanctification, and for salvation; cc-acp pns31 vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7494 Now, there are two things that God requires of every man where the Gospel comes. Now, there Are two things that God requires of every man where the Gospel comes. av, pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst np1 vvz pp-f d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz. (7) treatise (DIV2) 625 Page 79
7495 First, he requires that he beleeves the Word, which saith, that whosoever believes in Christ shall be saved. First, he requires that he believes the Word, which Says, that whosoever believes in christ shall be saved. ord, pns31 vvz cst pns31 vvz dt n1, r-crq vvz, cst r-crq vvz p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 626 Page 79
7496 Secondly, he commands him to believe in Christ for salvation, and this is faith; the other comes in afterwards; I will make it plaine; Secondly, he commands him to believe in christ for salvation, and this is faith; the other comes in afterwards; I will make it plain; ord, pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc d vbz n1; dt n-jn vvz p-acp av; pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7497 the Lord said to Ahez, Isa. 7. 9. Believe and thou shalt be established, what must Ahaz here believe? Doth God bid him believe that he should be established? No, the Lord said to Ahez, Isaiah 7. 9. Believe and thou shalt be established, what must Ahaz Here believe? Does God bid him believe that he should be established? No, dt n1 vvd p-acp fw-fr, np1 crd crd vvb cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, r-crq vmb np1 av vvi? vdz np1 vvi pno31 vvi cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn? uh-dx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7498 for that was a lie, for when all came to all he was not established, but he must beleeve God, and then he should be established; for that was a lie, for when all Come to all he was not established, but he must believe God, and then he should be established; c-acp d vbds dt n1, c-acp c-crq d vvd p-acp d pns31 vbds xx vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi np1, cc av pns31 vmd vbi vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7499 but he not believing in God, could not be established; so God told Adam, if he believed, he should live; but he not believing in God, could not be established; so God told Adam, if he believed, he should live; cc-acp pns31 xx vvg p-acp np1, vmd xx vbi vvn; av np1 vvd np1, cs pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7500 did God now bid Adam beleeve he should live for ever? No, for then it had been a lie; did God now bid Adam believe he should live for ever? No, for then it had been a lie; vdd np1 av vvd np1 vvb pns31 vmd vvi p-acp av? uh-dx, c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7501 but he biddeth him believe, that if he obeyed his voice, he should live for ever; but he bids him believe, that if he obeyed his voice, he should live for ever; cc-acp pns31 vvz pno31 vvi, cst cs pns31 vvd po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7502 he was not to believe that he should live for ever; he was not to believe that he should live for ever; pns31 vbds xx pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7503 so God doth not command men to beleeve they shall he saved, but to believe in Christ for salvation. so God does not command men to believe they shall he saved, but to believe in christ for salvation. av np1 vdz xx vvi n2 pc-acp vvi pns32 vmb pns31 vvd, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 627 Page 79
7504 Fourthly, the event is known another way, and not by a justifying faith; Fourthly, the event is known Another Way, and not by a justifying faith; ord, dt n1 vbz vvn j-jn n1, cc xx p-acp dt vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7505 'tis true, some men know the event that God intends to save them, and that they shall be glorified for evermore, it's true, Some men know the event that God intends to save them, and that they shall be glorified for evermore, pn31|vbz j, d n2 vvb dt n1 cst np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32, cc cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7506 but this is known by another thing, and not by an act of faith; but this is known by Another thing, and not by an act of faith; cc-acp d vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7507 the act of faith is the committing of a mans self to God for this thing. the act of faith is the committing of a men self to God for this thing. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7508 I will set it out by a similitude, suppose I have a great businesse to do at London, I am condemned to be put to death, I will Set it out by a similitude, suppose I have a great business to do At London, I am condemned to be put to death, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp dt n1, vvb pns11 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp np1, pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7509 and except I have a pardon got to morrow, I shall be executed; I cannot go my self, for I am in hold; and except I have a pardon god to morrow, I shall be executed; I cannot go my self, for I am in hold; cc c-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vbi vvn; pns11 vmbx vvi po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7510 but I have a friend at London, and I trust to him to go to the Court to procure me a pardon; but I have a friend At London, and I trust to him to go to the Court to procure me a pardon; cc-acp pns11 vhb dt n1 p-acp np1, cc pns11 vvb p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7511 in the mean time the businesse goeth forward against me, and may be I am going to the place of execution; in the mean time the business Goes forward against me, and may be I am going to the place of execution; p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno11, cc vmb vbi pns11 vbm vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7512 but still I cast my self upon my friend that he will get me a pardon; but still I cast my self upon my friend that he will get me a pardon; cc-acp av pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi pno11 dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7513 now if my friend send me a letter, and send me a pardon under the Kings Seal, now if my friend send me a Letter, and send me a pardon under the Kings Seal, av cs po11 n1 vvb pno11 dt n1, cc vvb pno11 dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7514 now I know I have a pardon, but my trusting my friend was nothing, but my casting my self upon him, now I know I have a pardon, but my trusting my friend was nothing, but my casting my self upon him, av pns11 vvb pns11 vhb dt n1, cc-acp po11 n-vvg po11 n1 vbds pix, cc-acp po11 n-vvg po11 n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7515 and setling my self upon him, I was confident in him; Now, when he sends down a token, and a Seal under the Kings Majesties hand, and settling my self upon him, I was confident in him; Now, when he sends down a token, and a Seal under the Kings Majesties hand, cc vvg po11 n1 p-acp pno31, pns11 vbds j p-acp pno31; av, c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7516 now I know the event, that I have gotten a pardon. now I know the event, that I have got a pardon. av pns11 vvb dt n1, cst pns11 vhb vvn dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7517 So it is with a poore creature that is under condemnation, and the wrath of God is gone out against him, So it is with a poor creature that is under condemnation, and the wrath of God is gone out against him, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7518 and the justice of God is threatned against him, which way soever he looks he can see nothing but hell and damnation, and the Justice of God is threatened against him, which Way soever he looks he can see nothing but hell and damnation, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq n1 av pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi pix cc-acp n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7519 and the Gospel hath told him of a friend, the Lord Jesus Christ he can help him to a pardon, and the Gospel hath told him of a friend, the Lord jesus christ he can help him to a pardon, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 np1 np1 pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7520 and he trusts to him, the Law may be proceeds against him, and fears, and terrours, and he trusts to him, the Law may be proceeds against him, and fears, and terrors, cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vbi vvz p-acp pno31, cc n2, cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7521 and may be he is upon the ladder ready to be turned off; and may be he is upon the ladder ready to be turned off; cc vmb vbi pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7522 yet he hangs upon Christ, a pardon will come, he trusts upon Christ, he will not go to the world and to carnal company to pacifie his conscience, a pardon will come, he casts himself upon this; yet he hangs upon christ, a pardon will come, he trusts upon christ, he will not go to the world and to carnal company to pacify his conscience, a pardon will come, he Cast himself upon this; av pns31 vvz p-acp np1, dt n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp np1, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7523 and yet he is not certaine it will come, he hath affiance in Christ that it will come; and yet he is not certain it will come, he hath affiance in christ that it will come; cc av pns31 vbz xx av-j pn31 vmb vvi, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1 cst pn31 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7524 now, if it be so that whereas he believes in Christ for forgivenesse, so Christ sends him a token, there is peace of conscience for thee, now, if it be so that whereas he believes in christ for forgiveness, so christ sends him a token, there is peace of conscience for thee, av, cs pn31 vbb av cst cs pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, av np1 vvz pno31 dt n1, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7525 and joy in the Holy Ghost for thee; and joy in the Holy Ghost for thee; cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno21; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7526 and as he depends upon him for meanes and maintenance, so Christ saith, there is something for thee to live upon, or patience to bear poverty; and as he depends upon him for means and maintenance, so christ Says, there is something for thee to live upon, or patience to bear poverty; cc c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 cc n1, av np1 vvz, pc-acp vbz pi p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7527 as he believes he shall be accepted of God, so here is a token, thy prayers are heard: as he believes he shall be accepted of God, so Here is a token, thy Prayers Are herd: c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, av av vbz dt n1, po21 n2 vbr vvn: (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7528 Now he hath a token, now he may know it, Psal. 22. 4. They trusted in God and they were delivered; Now he hath a token, now he may know it, Psalm 22. 4. They trusted in God and they were Delivered; av pns31 vhz dt n1, av pns31 vmb vvi pn31, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd p-acp np1 cc pns32 vbdr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 79
7529 that is, they trusted in thee, and thou diddest send them a token; now they knew they were delivered; that is, they trusted in thee, and thou didst send them a token; now they knew they were Delivered; cst vbz, pns32 vvd p-acp pno21, cc pns21 vdd2 vvi pno32 dt n1; av pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7530 'tis true, a man might know this though God should send him no token, he might know that he is justified, it's true, a man might know this though God should send him no token, he might know that he is justified, pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vmd vvi d c-acp np1 vmd vvi pno31 dx n1, pns31 vmd vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7531 and pardoned, and hath title to all the mercy in Christ; and pardoned, and hath title to all the mercy in christ; cc vvn, cc vhz n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7532 he might know it without this, but that for his own weaknesse, and that by two things. he might know it without this, but that for his own weakness, and that by two things. pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp d, cc-acp cst p-acp po31 d n1, cc cst p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7533 First, by looking into the Word, there he might find, that he which trusts in Christ, First, by looking into the Word, there he might find, that he which trusts in christ, ord, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, a-acp pns31 vmd vvi, cst pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7534 and commits himself to God, shall be saved; Another thing is, to reflect upon himself; and commits himself to God, shall be saved; another thing is, to reflect upon himself; cc vvz px31 p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn; j-jn n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7535 there he shall find that he truly goeth out of himself, and casts himself upon God; there he shall find that he truly Goes out of himself, and Cast himself upon God; a-acp pns31 vmb vvi cst pns31 av-j vvz av pp-f px31, cc vvz px31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7536 then here he may know it, he that believes in Christ shall be saved, but I find that I believe in Christ, then Here he may know it, he that believes in christ shall be saved, but I find that I believe in christ, av av pns31 vmb vvi pn31, pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp pns11 vvb cst pns11 vvb p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7537 therefore I shall be saved, but this is not the act of faith, but the knowing of it. Therefore I shall be saved, but this is not the act of faith, but the knowing of it. av pns11 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 628 Page 80
7538 Fifthly, it is not the truth of faith, but the strength of faith that apprehends the event; Fifthly, it is not the truth of faith, but the strength of faith that apprehends the event; ord, pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7539 let a man believe in Christ; let a man believe in christ; vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7540 and cast himself upon him in all his ways, and follow him in all his Commandments, this is faith, be it never so weak, and cast himself upon him in all his ways, and follow him in all his commandments, this is faith, be it never so weak, cc vvd px31 p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, cc vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, d vbz n1, vbb pn31 av-x av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7541 and this doth intitle to justification, and sanctification, and salvation, though it be never so weak; and this does entitle to justification, and sanctification, and salvation, though it be never so weak; cc d vdz vvi p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, cs pn31 vbb av-x av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7542 yet while it is weak it cannot apprehend the event, it will be much afraid in regard of that; yet while it is weak it cannot apprehend the event, it will be much afraid in regard of that; av cs pn31 vbz j pn31 vmbx vvi dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-d j p-acp n1 pp-f d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7543 as suppose a man were learning to swimme, he beleeves that if he could but spread his armes and legges the water would beare him up; as suppose a man were learning to swim, he believes that if he could but spread his arms and legs the water would bear him up; c-acp vvb dt n1 vbdr vvg pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz d cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2 dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7544 now when he begins to learne, he commits himself to the water, and spreads his armes and leggs, now when he begins to Learn, he commits himself to the water, and spreads his arms and legs, av c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz po31 n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7545 but this is with much feare and misgiving, and he sometimes sets one leg on the ground, but this is with much Fear and misgiving, and he sometime sets one leg on the ground, cc-acp d vbz p-acp d n1 cc n-vvg, cc pns31 av vvz crd n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7546 and he hath but little sense and feeling of the waters bearing him, because he commits not himself to the water; and he hath but little sense and feeling of the waters bearing him, Because he commits not himself to the water; cc pns31 vhz p-acp j n1 cc n-vvg pp-f dt n2 vvg pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz xx px31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7547 but the more and more he commits himself to the water, the more he finds the water bears him, but the more and more he commits himself to the water, the more he finds the water bears him, cc-acp dt av-dc cc av-dc pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc pns31 vvz dt n1 vvz pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7548 and now he can fling away his bladders, and swimme over the river; and now he can fling away his bladders, and swim over the river; cc av pns31 vmb vvi av po31 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7549 he did believe before that the water would beare him, but when he did commit himself to the water he had a great deal of feare, he did believe before that the water would bear him, but when he did commit himself to the water he had a great deal of Fear, pns31 vdd vvi p-acp d dt n1 vmd vvi pno31, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vdd vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7550 and could not swim to any purpose, but when he had learned the art; and could not swim to any purpose, but when he had learned the art; cc vmd xx vvi p-acp d n1, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7551 then he committed himselfe to the water, and then he could spread his armes, and leggs, and swimme; then he committed himself to the water, and then he could spread his arms, and legs, and swim; cs pns31 vvd px31 p-acp dt n1, cc av pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2, cc n2, cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7552 So when a man comes first to believe in Christ, he thinks I should be the happiest man in the world, I should be in a better estate then Kings and Princes •f I could believe; So when a man comes First to believe in christ, he thinks I should be the Happiest man in the world, I should be in a better estate then Kings and Princes •f I could believe; av c-crq dt n1 vvz ord pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pns11 vmd vbi dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmd vbi p-acp dt jc n1 cs n2 cc ng1 n1 pns11 vmd vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7553 and withal it makes him to believe in Christ, and to deny himself, and cast himself upon Christ, plucks up both his feet, and withal it makes him to believe in christ, and to deny himself, and cast himself upon christ, plucks up both his feet, cc av pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi px31, cc vvd px31 p-acp np1, vvz a-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7554 and commits himself to the water, and fling out himself upon Christ, sink or swim; and commits himself to the water, and fling out himself upon christ, sink or swim; cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb av px31 p-acp np1, vvb cc vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7555 yet at the first this is very weak, and sometimes he doth it, and sometimes he doth it not; yet At the First this is very weak, and sometime he does it, and sometime he does it not; av p-acp dt ord d vbz av j, cc av pns31 vdz pn31, cc av pns31 vdz pn31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7556 and sometimes he is feelling for this, sometimes for that; and sometime he is feeling for this, sometime for that; cc av pns31 vbz vvg p-acp d, av p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7557 and somtimes he doth not pray well enough, and is not humble enough, this is nothing but trusting to himself; and sometimes he does not pray well enough, and is not humble enough, this is nothing but trusting to himself; cc av pns31 vdz xx vvi av av-d, cc vbz xx j av-d, d vbz pix cc-acp vvg p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7558 may be a pleasure comes, he cannot deny it, he cannot commit himself to Christ, the weakness of this is the reason why he cannot apprehend the event, may be a pleasure comes, he cannot deny it, he cannot commit himself to christ, the weakness of this is the reason why he cannot apprehend the event, vmb vbi dt n1 vvz, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31, pns31 vmbx vvi px31 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7559 for a strong confidence in Christ carries all along with it, it will reflect upon it self, for a strong confidence in christ carries all along with it, it will reflect upon it self, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 vvz d a-acp p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7560 and gather all these things, and be assured he will not only have confidence in Christ, and gather all these things, and be assured he will not only have confidence in christ, cc vvi d d n2, cc vbi vvn pns31 vmb xx av-j vhi n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7561 but also be confident for the having of those good things he believes in him for. but also be confident for the having of those good things he believes in him for. cc-acp av vbi j p-acp dt vhg pp-f d j n2 pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 80
7562 HEB. 11. 8 ▪ By faith Abraham being called to go out into a place which he should afterwards receive for an inheritance, obeyed, HEBREW. 11. 8 ▪ By faith Abraham being called to go out into a place which he should afterwards receive for an inheritance, obeyed, n1. crd crd ▪ p-acp n1 np1 vbg vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1, vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 81
7563 and he went out not knowing whither he went. and he went out not knowing whither he went. cc pns31 vvd av xx vvg c-crq pns31 vvd. (7) treatise (DIV2) 629 Page 81
7564 WE have spoken of Effectual Calling, what a great mercy it is, that God should vouchsafe this unto us, WE have spoken of Effectual Calling, what a great mercy it is, that God should vouchsafe this unto us, pns12 vhb vvn pp-f j vvg, r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz, cst np1 vmd vvi d p-acp pno12, (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7565 and the abundance of benefits it brings to a man; we have shewed how it is differenced from in-effectual Calling; and the abundance of benefits it brings to a man; we have showed how it is differenced from ineffectual Calling; cc dt n1 pp-f n2 pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1; pns12 vhb vvn c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7566 How a man may know whether he be effectually called, yea or no; How a man may know whither he be effectually called, yea or no; c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi cs pns31 vbb av-j vvn, uh cc uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7567 and so we came to shew you how a man answers this call, and he answers it only by faith, and so we Come to show you how a man answers this call, and he answers it only by faith, cc av pns12 vvd pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq dt n1 vvz d vvb, cc pns31 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7568 and so we made a digresse to speak of faith what it is, that it is an affiance in Christ; and so we made a digress to speak of faith what it is, that it is an affiance in christ; cc av pns12 vvd dt vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 r-crq pn31 vbz, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7569 not every affiance, but a rooted affiance in Christ; not every affiance, but a rooted affiance in christ; xx d n1, cc-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7570 and now we come to take up the point again, that it is only faith whereby a mans calling is made effectual; and now we come to take up the point again, that it is only faith whereby a men calling is made effectual; cc av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 av, cst pn31 vbz j n1 c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7571 when a man is first called out of darknesse into marvelous light, out of the Kingdome of sinne into the Kingdome of God, it is only faith that answers that call; when a man is First called out of darkness into marvelous Light, out of the Kingdom of sin into the Kingdom of God, it is only faith that answers that call; c-crq dt n1 vbz ord vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp j n1, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz j n1 cst vvz cst vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7572 and so it is ever after, whatsoever God cals a Christian to do, or to leave undone, it is faith that makes a man obey this call. and so it is ever After, whatsoever God calls a Christian to do, or to leave undone, it is faith that makes a man obey this call. cc av pn31 vbz av a-acp, r-crq np1 vvz dt njp pc-acp vdi, cc pc-acp vvi vvn, pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz dt n1 vvi d vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 630 Page 81
7573 The Apostle in this Chapter doth set out many commendations of faith to exhort the Hebrewes, The Apostle in this Chapter does Set out many commendations of faith to exhort the Hebrews, dt n1 p-acp d n1 vdz vvi av d n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt njpg2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 631 Page 81
7574 and all Beleevers, and all persons to the getting of it, and to labour to have it grow in them, and all Believers, and all Persons to the getting of it, and to labour to have it grow in them, cc d n2, cc d n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vhi pn31 vvi p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 631 Page 81
7575 and to make much of it, as being a most excellent Grace of God; and he commends faith two wayes. and to make much of it, as being a most excellent Grace of God; and he commends faith two ways. cc pc-acp vvi d pp-f pn31, c-acp vbg dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1; cc pns31 vvz n1 crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 631 Page 81
7576 First, by the description of it in the first verse, Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen; First, by the description of it in the First verse, Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen; ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7577 a Believer hopes for great matters, though he seeth not any of them; a Believer hope's for great matters, though he sees not any of them; dt n1 vvz p-acp j n2, cs pns31 vvz xx d pp-f pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7578 may be he is yet a poore miserable contemptible creature in the eyes of the world; may be he is yet a poor miserable contemptible creature in the eyes of the world; vmb vbi pns31 vbz av dt j j j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7579 yet he hopes for great matters, he hopes for a glorious resurrection, and for an excellent triumph over sinne, and death, and hell; yet he hope's for great matters, he hope's for a glorious resurrection, and for an excellent triumph over sin, and death, and hell; av pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7580 and to have his body and soul for ever in the Kingdome of Christ Jesus; and to have his body and soul for ever in the Kingdom of christ jesus; cc pc-acp vhi po31 n1 cc n1 c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7581 you will say he seeth none of these things, he hopes that God will blesse him in all his wayes, you will say he sees none of these things, he hope's that God will bless him in all his ways, pn22 vmb vvi pns31 vvz pix pp-f d n2, pns31 vvz cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7582 and be with him in sicknesse, and in health, in misery and prosperity, and in all estates, and be with him in sickness, and in health, in misery and Prosperity, and in all estates, cc vbb p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7583 and that he will do him good while he lives, and when he dyes he seeth none of these things? No, saith the Apostle, Faith is the substance of things hoped for, and that he will do him good while he lives, and when he dies he sees none of these things? No, Says the Apostle, Faith is the substance of things hoped for, cc cst pns31 vmb vdi pno31 j cs pns31 vvz, cc c-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz pix pp-f d n2? uh-dx, vvz dt n1, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7584 and the evidence of things not seen; and the evidence of things not seen; cc dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7585 though many think there is no substance in these things, yet faith doth deliver the substance of them unto him, though many think there is no substance in these things, yet faith does deliver the substance of them unto him, cs d vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d n2, av n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7586 and it is an evidence that he shall certainly have them, and it is as it were a Sacrament; and it is an evidence that he shall Certainly have them, and it is as it were a Sacrament; cc pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns31 vmb av-j vhi pno32, cc pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 81
7587 therefore the Fathers call it the Sacrament of faith, and the Sacrament of hopes, and the Sacrament of repentance, Therefore the Father's call it the Sacrament of faith, and the Sacrament of hope's, and the Sacrament of Repentance, av dt n2 vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 82
7588 because they are certaine and sure tokens and pledges of those things that a Christian looks for. Because they Are certain and sure tokens and pledges of those things that a Christian looks for. c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2 cst dt njp n2 p-acp. (7) treatise (DIV2) 632 Page 82
7589 Secondly, the Apostle commends faith by a long Catalogue of believers, of Holy Fathers, and Patriarchs, Secondly, the Apostle commends faith by a long Catalogue of believers, of Holy Father's, and Patriarchs, ord, dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, pp-f j n2, cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 633 Page 82
7590 and Prophets, and Judges, and Worthies from the beginning of the world, and he shewes there was no worth in them, and prophets, and Judges, and Worthies from the beginning of the world, and he shows there was no worth in them, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz a-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 633 Page 82
7591 but it did proceed from faith; and this he doth, First, generally, in the second verse; but it did proceed from faith; and this he does, First, generally, in the second verse; cc-acp pn31 vdd vvi p-acp n1; cc d pns31 vdz, ord, av-j, p-acp dt ord n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 633 Page 82
7592 By it the Elders obtained a good report; By it the Elders obtained a good report; p-acp pn31 dt np1 vvd dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 634 Page 82
7593 he speaks of them all ingeneral, he calls them Elders, a reverend grave company, and he amplifies this by giving a general ground and reason why faith can build upon nothing as it were to see to, he speaks of them all ingeneral, he calls them Elders, a reverend grave company, and he amplifies this by giving a general ground and reason why faith can built upon nothing as it were to see to, pns31 vvz pp-f pno32 d av, pns31 vvz pno32 np1, dt j-jn j n1, cc pns31 vvz d p-acp vvg dt j n1 cc n1 c-crq n1 vmb vvi p-acp pix p-acp pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 634 Page 82
7594 and yet is able to gather great matters, though it see little or nothing, ••rse 3. You may see this (saith he) by Historical faith; and yet is able to gather great matters, though it see little or nothing, ••rse 3. You may see this (Says he) by Historical faith; cc av vbz j pc-acp vvi j n2, cs pn31 vvb j cc pix, j crd pn22 vmb vvi d (vvz pns31) p-acp j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 634 Page 82
7595 For, through saith we understand that the worlds were made by the Word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appeare; For, through Says we understand that the world's were made by the Word of God, so that things which Are seen were not made of things which do appear; p-acp, a-acp vvz pns12 vvb cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av d n2 r-crq vbr vvn vbdr xx vvn pp-f n2 r-crq vdb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 634 Page 82
7596 though nothing was before a mans eyes, yet through this faith he might see an whole world out of nothing; though nothing was before a men eyes, yet through this faith he might see an Whole world out of nothing; cs pix vbds a-acp dt ng1 n2, av p-acp d n1 pns31 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 av pp-f pix; (7) treatise (DIV2) 634 Page 82
7597 so, though the world, and flesh, and blood see nothing, yet he that believes in God he is able to raise a world out of nothing, he may look for these things at the hands of God, so, though the world, and Flesh, and blood see nothing, yet he that believes in God he is able to raise a world out of nothing, he may look for these things At the hands of God, av, cs dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 vvb pix, av pns31 cst vvz p-acp np1 pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f pix, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 634 Page 82
7598 though for the present he sees nothing. Secondly, he doth divide these believers into foure several rankes. though for the present he sees nothing. Secondly, he does divide these believers into foure several ranks. cs p-acp dt j pns31 vvz pix. ord, pns31 vdz vvi d n2 p-acp crd j n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 634 Page 82
7599 The first is, the Holy Fathers before the Flood; The First is, the Holy Father's before the Flood; dt ord vbz, dt j n2 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 636 Page 82
7600 and he instanceth onely in three for all the rest, as Ab•l, En•ch, N•ah, Verse 4, 5, 6, 7. and he Instanceth only in three for all the rest, as Ab•l, En•ch, N•ah, Verse 4, 5, 6, 7. cc pns31 vvz av-j p-acp crd p-acp d dt n1, c-acp av, n1, uh, vvb crd, crd, crd, crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 636 Page 82
7601 Secondly, the Holy Patriarchs from the Flood to the time of Moses, and he instanceth in five, not as though there were no more, Secondly, the Holy Patriarchs from the Flood to the time of Moses, and he Instanceth in five, not as though there were no more, ord, dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vvz p-acp crd, xx c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx dc, (7) treatise (DIV2) 637 Page 82
7602 but he contents himself with these, Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, from ver. 8. to the 22. but he contents himself with these, Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, from for. 8. to the 22. cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp d, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, p-acp p-acp. crd p-acp dt crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 637 Page 82
7603 And then in the third place, he takes all those Worthies from Moses to the time of the entrance into the Land of C•naan, and he doth instance in Moses 's Parents, And then in the third place, he Takes all those Worthies from Moses to the time of the Entrance into the Land of C•naan, and he does instance in Moses is Parents, cc av p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz d d n2-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vdz n1 p-acp np1 vbz n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 638 Page 82
7604 and then in Moses, then in the children of Israel, then in Rahab, from Ver. 23. to 31. and then in Moses, then in the children of Israel, then in Rahab, from Ver. 23. to 31. cc av p-acp np1, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, av p-acp np1, p-acp np1 crd p-acp crd (7) treatise (DIV2) 638 Page 82
7605 In the fourth place, he reckons up all those Heroes, from that time, to the time of the Maccabees, and Names Gideon, and Barach, and Samps•n, and Jophtah, and David, and Samuel; and then he reckons them up only in generall, the Prophets, In the fourth place, he reckons up all those Heroes, from that time, to the time of the Maccabees, and Names gideon, and Barak, and Samps•n, and Jophtah, and David, and Samuel; and then he reckons them up only in general, the prophets, p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vvz a-acp d d n2, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc n2 np1, cc np1, cc av, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1; cc av pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp av-j p-acp n1, dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7606 and Martyrs, and Confessors, under the persecutions of cursed Anticchus. Now in all this Catalogue, he shewes the admirable effects of true justifying faith, what faith is able to do when a man is a true believer in God, what great matters he is able to atchieve; and Martyrs, and Confessors, under the persecutions of cursed Antiochus. Now in all this Catalogue, he shows the admirable effects of true justifying faith, what faith is able to do when a man is a true believer in God, what great matters he is able to achieve; cc n2, cc n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-vvn np1. av p-acp d d n1, pns31 vvz dt j n2 pp-f j vvg n1, r-crq n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi c-crq dt n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, r-crq j n2 pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7607 it gives a man the testimony of a good conscience, and makes him able to do the things acceptable to God; it gives a man the testimony of a good conscience, and makes him able to do the things acceptable to God; pn31 vvz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvz pno31 j pc-acp vdi dt n2 j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7608 it makes a man believe things incredible to sense and reason; it makes a man forsake all and follow God; it makes a man believe things incredible to sense and reason; it makes a man forsake all and follow God; pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb n2 j p-acp n1 cc n1; pn31 vvz dt n1 vvi d cc vvi np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7609 it makes a man do or suffer any thing for Christ; it makes a man do or suffer any thing for christ; pn31 vvz dt n1 vdb cc vvi d n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7610 it makes a man so precious, that the world is not worthy that he should dwell among them, that there should be any such person in such a base place as the world is; it makes a man so precious, that the world is not worthy that he should dwell among them, that there should be any such person in such a base place as the world is; pn31 vvz dt n1 av j, cst dt n1 vbz xx j cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32, cst a-acp vmd vbi d d n1 p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7611 it is an excellent thing, and it is set out most admirably, what glorious things faith doth enable a man in the strength of God to do; it is an excellent thing, and it is Set out most admirably, what glorious things faith does enable a man in the strength of God to do; pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc pn31 vbz vvn av av-ds av-j, r-crq j n2 n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7612 and his scope in all this is, to exhort them to abound in faith, and they that have it not, to use all meanes for the obtaining of it, and his scope in all this is, to exhort them to abound in faith, and they that have it not, to use all means for the obtaining of it, cc po31 n1 p-acp d d vbz, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc pns32 cst vhb pn31 xx, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7613 and come by it, and lye at God, and to be trading in the meanes of Grace, and come by it, and lie At God, and to be trading in the means of Grace, cc vvb p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vbi n-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7614 and never be at quiet till they have it, and when they have it, to endeare it, and never be At quiet till they have it, and when they have it, to endear it, cc av-x vbb p-acp j-jn c-acp pns32 vhb pn31, cc c-crq pns32 vhb pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7615 and labour to abound in it, and persevere in it to their dying day; and labour to abound in it, and persevere in it to their dying day; cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 82
7616 now among all this grave, and venerable, and rev•rend society of believers that he here reckons and summes up, he calls out Abraham in this text to speak of him, now among all this grave, and venerable, and rev•rend society of believers that he Here reckons and sums up, he calls out Abraham in this text to speak of him, av p-acp d d n1, cc j, cc j-jn n1 pp-f n2 cst pns31 av vvz cc n2 p-acp, pns31 vvz av np1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 83
7617 and that he speaks of him in this place is this; and that he speaks of him in this place is this; cc cst pns31 vvz pp-f pno31 p-acp d n1 vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 83
7618 that when God called him to leave his Countrey, and Kindred, and Fathers house, to leave his inheritance, that when God called him to leave his Country, and Kindred, and Father's house, to leave his inheritance, cst c-crq np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc n1, cc ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 83
7619 and all his friends and acquaintance, by faith he was able to obey this call, By saith (saith he) Abraham being called out to go into a place which he should afterwards receive for an inheritance, obeyed, and all his Friends and acquaintance, by faith he was able to obey this call, By Says (Says he) Abraham being called out to go into a place which he should afterwards receive for an inheritance, obeyed, cc d po31 n2 cc n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp vvz (vvz pns31) np1 vbg vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1, vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 83
7620 and he went out, not knowing whether he went. Doct. So that the Doctrine which I observe from hence is this; and he went out, not knowing whither he went. Doct. So that the Doctrine which I observe from hence is this; cc pns31 vvd av, xx vvg cs pns31 vvd. np1 av cst dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp av vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 639 Page 83
7621 that it is faith that makes a man obey the call of God, the command of God, that it is faith that makes a man obey the call of God, the command of God, cst pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz dt n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7622 whether it be the first call and command, for the coming out of sinne, or all after commands whatsoever, it is faith that makes a man obey them; whither it be the First call and command, for the coming out of sin, or all After commands whatsoever, it is faith that makes a man obey them; cs pn31 vbb dt ord vvi cc vvi, p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f n1, cc d p-acp n2 r-crq, pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz dt n1 vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7623 if a man have faith, though he had never so stubborne and perverse an heart before, if a man have faith, though he had never so stubborn and perverse an heart before, cs dt n1 vhb n1, cs pns31 vhd av-x av j cc j dt n1 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7624 though he were never so set upon his lusts, and sinfull courses before, faith is that which will make a man lay it downe and disavow it, though he were never so Set upon his Lustiest, and sinful courses before, faith is that which will make a man lay it down and disavow it, cs pns31 vbdr av-x av vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc j n2 a-acp, n1 vbz d r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 vvd pn31 a-acp cc vvi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7625 and oppose himself against it, and he shall no longer live in it; and oppose himself against it, and he shall no longer live in it; cc vvi px31 p-acp pn31, cc pns31 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7626 as soone as ever faith comes into the soul it makes a man obey God, it brings a man home to God, to do his will and to walk according to his directions, as soon as ever faith comes into the soul it makes a man obey God, it brings a man home to God, to do his will and to walk according to his directions, c-acp av c-acp av n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz dt n1 vvi np1, pn31 vvz dt n1 av-an p-acp np1, pc-acp vdi po31 n1 cc pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7627 and to be at his dispose, and to commit, and commend, and resigne himself wholly to God in all his wayes; and to be At his dispose, and to commit, and commend, and resign himself wholly to God in all his ways; cc pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi px31 av-jn p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7628 this is the onely thing that heales a mans backslidings, this is the onely thing that drawes a man home to God, this is the onely instrument whereby a man is tyed to God himself, whereby a man doth fetch downe all the graces from above, this is the only thing that heals a men backslidings, this is the only thing that draws a man home to God, this is the only Instrument whereby a man is tied to God himself, whereby a man does fetch down all the graces from above, d vbz dt j n1 cst vvz dt ng1 n2, d vbz dt j n1 cst vvz dt n1 av-an p-acp np1, d vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 px31, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi a-acp d dt n2 p-acp a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7629 so long as a man is stubborne and perverse, and walks after the flesh, and goeth on in any evil way; so long as a man is stubborn and perverse, and walks After the Flesh, and Goes on in any evil Way; av av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz j cc j, cc vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz a-acp p-acp d j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7630 he hath no faith, as the Psalmist speaks, Psal. 78. 32. For all this they sinned yet still, he hath no faith, as the Psalmist speaks, Psalm 78. 32. For all this they sinned yet still, pns31 vhz dx n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp d d pns32 vvd av av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7631 and believed not his wendrous works; and believed not his wendrous works; cc vvd xx po31 j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7632 that is, they were disobedient, therefore certainly they had no faith, for if faith once looked into their hearts, it would have made them to discard their sinnes, that is, they were disobedient, Therefore Certainly they had no faith, for if faith once looked into their hearts, it would have made them to discard their Sins, cst vbz, pns32 vbdr j, av av-j pns32 vhd dx n1, c-acp cs n1 a-acp vvd p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7633 and it would have made them obedient to God, it would have pared them from the flesh, and it would have made them obedient to God, it would have pared them from the Flesh, cc pn31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 j p-acp np1, pn31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7634 and weaned them from their owne desires, and would have made them to give up themselves to God; and weaned them from their own Desires, and would have made them to give up themselves to God; cc j-vvn pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, cc vmd vhi vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp px32 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7635 therefore seeing they went on in their sinnes, it is certaine, they did not believe, Therefore seeing they went on in their Sins, it is certain, they did not believe, av vvg pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vbz j, pns32 vdd xx vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7636 for faith only makes a man obey God, and wheresoever it is, a man obeyeth God. for faith only makes a man obey God, and wheresoever it is, a man Obeyeth God. p-acp n1 av-j vvz dt n1 vvi np1, cc c-crq pn31 vbz, dt n1 vvz np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 640 Page 83
7637 Reas. 1. Because faith seeth an indissolvable couple of attributes in God, that cannot be separated and severed; Reas. 1. Because faith sees an indissolvable couple of attributes in God, that cannot be separated and severed; np1 crd p-acp n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1, cst vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7638 as it seeth his grace and mercy to draw him forward, so it seeth his purity, as it sees his grace and mercy to draw him forward, so it sees his purity, c-acp pn31 vvz po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, av pn31 vvz po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7639 and justice, and holinesse, and righteousnesse, that it dares not but obey God, as it doth discerne his grace and mercy to make him perfectly to trust in God; and Justice, and holiness, and righteousness, that it dares not but obey God, as it does discern his grace and mercy to make him perfectly to trust in God; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cst pn31 vvz xx cc-acp vvi np1, c-acp pn31 vdz vvi po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7640 so it seeth another thing in God, that God is of that nature that he must be served, and worshipped, and obeyed. so it sees Another thing in God, that God is of that nature that he must be served, and worshipped, and obeyed. av pn31 vvz j-jn n1 p-acp np1, cst np1 vbz pp-f d n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7641 Therefore you shall see Noah, though the building of the Ark were an endlesse work, Therefore you shall see Noah, though the building of the Ark were an endless work, av pn22 vmb vvi np1, cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbdr dt j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7642 and a costly, and chargeable work in the eyes of men, it would cost him many yeares to build, and a costly, and chargeable work in the eyes of men, it would cost him many Years to built, cc dt j, cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pn31 vmd vvi pno31 d n2 pc-acp vvi, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7643 and he could not look after his calling, and after the world, but it would take him up for an hundred and twenty yeares, and he could not look After his calling, and After the world, but it would take him up for an hundred and twenty Years, cc pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg, cc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt crd cc crd n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7644 and set all the world a talking of him, and mocking at him for it; and Set all the world a talking of him, and mocking At him for it; cc vvd d dt n1 dt n-vvg pp-f pno31, cc vvg p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7645 yet when God commanded him to do it, faith made him do it, and how did faith make him do it? Heb. 11. 7. By faith Noah being forewarned of God of things not seen as yet, moved by feare, prepared an Ark; yet when God commanded him to do it, faith made him do it, and how did faith make him do it? Hebrew 11. 7. By faith Noah being forewarned of God of things not seen as yet, moved by Fear, prepared an Ark; av c-crq np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31, n1 vvd pno31 vdi pn31, cc q-crq vdd n1 vvi pno31 vdi pn31? np1 crd crd p-acp n1 np1 vbg vvn pp-f np1 pp-f n2 xx vvn c-acp av, vvn p-acp n1, vvd dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7646 fear moved him, faith made him do it; Fear moved him, faith made him do it; vvb vvn pno31, n1 vvd pno31 vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7647 but how did faith make him do it? It moved him with feare, and so made him do it; but how did faith make him do it? It moved him with Fear, and so made him do it; cc-acp q-crq vdd n1 vvi pno31 vdi pn31? pn31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, cc av vvd pno31 vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7648 it made him see God was an holy and righteous God that would not be dallied withal, it made him see God was an holy and righteous God that would not be dallied withal, pn31 vvd pno31 vvi np1 vbds dt j cc j np1 cst vmd xx vbi vvn av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7649 and this moved him with feare, and he durst not but do it; whatsoever it put him to, he durst not omit it; and this moved him with Fear, and he durst not but do it; whatsoever it put him to, he durst not omit it; cc d vvd pno31 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vdi pn31; r-crq pn31 vvd pno31 p-acp, pns31 vvd xx vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 83
7650 faith makes a man that he dares not be bold with God, it takes away the impudency of the heart, faith makes a man that he dares not be bold with God, it Takes away the impudence of the heart, n1 vvz dt n1 cst pns31 vvz xx vbi j p-acp np1, pn31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7651 and the venterousnesse of the soul; and the venterousnesse of the soul; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7652 as long as a man doth not believe, he dares make bold with such Commandements of God, as long as a man does not believe, he dares make bold with such commandments of God, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi, pns31 vvz vvb j p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7653 as he likes not, he will omit them for all him; but when faith comes it reveales God to the soul, and shewes who he is, as he likes not, he will omit them for all him; but when faith comes it reveals God to the soul, and shows who he is, c-acp pns31 vvz xx, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d pno31; cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz pn31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz r-crq pns31 vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7654 and what nature he is of, and that he is such a one as will not be dallied with, and what nature he is of, and that he is such a one as will not be dallied with, cc r-crq n1 pns31 vbz pp-f, cc cst pns31 vbz d dt crd c-acp vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7655 but his Commandements must be done, and his will must be obeyed, or else woe to that man; but his commandments must be done, and his will must be obeyed, or Else woe to that man; cc-acp po31 n2 vmb vbi vdn, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc av n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7656 it shewes to a man the infinite Majestie of God, and sets it before a mans face, that he dares not go on in any thing contrary to Gods will, it shows to a man the infinite Majesty of God, and sets it before a men face, that he dares not go on in any thing contrary to God's will, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cst pns31 vvz xx vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 j-jn p-acp npg1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7657 but obey God in whatsoever he commands him, and abstaine from whatsoever God forbids, as Paul saith, We dare not make our selves of the number, but obey God in whatsoever he commands him, and abstain from whatsoever God forbids, as Paul Says, We Dare not make our selves of the number, cc-acp vvb np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno31, cc vvi p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, c-acp np1 vvz, pns12 vvb xx vvi po12 n2 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7658 or compare our selves with some that commend themselves, 2 Cor. 10. 12. He knew God had forbidden it, or compare our selves with Some that commend themselves, 2 Cor. 10. 12. He knew God had forbidden it, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d cst vvb px32, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvd np1 vhd vvn pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7659 and he durst not but obey. and he durst not but obey. cc pns31 vvd xx cc-acp vvi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7660 So, 1 Cor. 6. 1. Dare any of you having a matter, go to Law before unbeleevers? As who should say, you are not beleevers if you do it; So, 1 Cor. 6. 1. Dare any of you having a matter, go to Law before unbelievers? As who should say, you Are not believers if you do it; np1, crd np1 crd crd np1 d pp-f pn22 vhg dt n1, vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n2? p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vbr xx n2 cs pn22 vdb pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7661 faith would shew you what God is, and what an inglorious, and what a bitter thing it is for you to do it, faith would show you what God is, and what an inglorious, and what a bitter thing it is for you to do it, n1 vmd vvi pn22 r-crq np1 vbz, cc q-crq dt j, cc q-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp pn22 pc-acp vdi pn31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7662 how dare you do it? how Dare you do it? q-crq vvb pn22 vdb pn31? (7) treatise (DIV2) 641 Page 84
7663 Secondly, Faith doth not onely look upon Christ as a Saviour, and a Redeemer, but also as a Lord and King, Secondly, Faith does not only look upon christ as a Saviour, and a Redeemer, but also as a Lord and King, ord, n1 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc-acp av c-acp dt n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7664 when Christ comes to a man, when faith comes into the soul: when christ comes to a man, when faith comes into the soul: c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, c-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n1: (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7665 Christ is called our Lord Jesus Christ, as he is a Jesus, so he is a Lord; christ is called our Lord jesus christ, as he is a jesus, so he is a Lord; np1 vbz vvn po12 n1 np1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbz dt np1, av pns31 vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7666 and faith doth not only receive him as a Jesus, but submits to him as to a Sovereigne; and faith does not only receive him as a jesus, but submits to him as to a Sovereign; cc n1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt np1, cc-acp vvz p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7667 Faith takes them both together, faith will not let a man live Lordlesse, it knowes he must take Christ as a Lord as well as a Redeemer; Faith Takes them both together, faith will not let a man live Lordless, it knows he must take christ as a Lord as well as a Redeemer; n1 vvz pno32 d av, n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 vvb j, pn31 vvz pns31 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7668 as faith takes off the guilt of sinne, so it puts the yoake of Christ on; as faith Takes off the guilt of sin, so it puts the yoke of christ on; c-acp n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7669 Is Christ divided? saith the Apostle, 1 Corinthians 1. 13. So I may say, is Christ divided? Can he be disjoynted himselfe from himselfe? Can people mangle Christ in pieces, Is christ divided? Says the Apostle, 1 Corinthians 1. 13. So I may say, is christ divided? Can he be disjointed himself from himself? Can people mangle christ in Pieces, vbz np1 vvn? vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd av pns11 vmb vvi, vbz np1 vvn? vmb pns31 vbi vvn px31 p-acp px31? vmb n1 vvi np1 p-acp n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7670 and divide him asunder? May be thou wilt have him as a Jesus, but thou wilt not have him as a Lord, and divide him asunder? May be thou wilt have him as a jesus, but thou wilt not have him as a Lord, cc vvi pno31 av? vmb vbi pns21 vm2 vhi pno31 p-acp dt np1, cc-acp pns21 vm2 xx vhi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7671 then thou canst not have him at all; then thou Canst not have him At all; cs pns21 vm2 xx vhi pno31 p-acp d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7672 as Peter saith, Acts 2. 36. Be it known to all, that God hath made the same Jesus whom ye have crucified both Lord and Christ; as Peter Says, Acts 2. 36. Be it known to all, that God hath made the same jesus whom you have Crucified both Lord and christ; c-acp np1 vvz, n2 crd crd vbb pn31 vvn p-acp d, cst np1 vhz vvn dt d np1 ro-crq pn22 vhb vvn d n1 cc np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7673 As he hath made him a Christ by anointing him to be a Saviour, to bring men from sinne, As he hath made him a christ by anointing him to be a Saviour, to bring men from sin, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31 dt np1 p-acp vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7674 and to bring them to Gods Kingdome, and save them from wrath; and to bring them to God's Kingdom, and save them from wrath; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7675 so he hath made him a Lord, he hath set him up as a King upon his Holy Hill of Zion; look as it was with Jephtah, when the Gileadites would have him to save them from the Ammonites, shall I be your head then, saith he? and he made them to sweare before the Lord that they would make him their Head, so he hath made him a Lord, he hath Set him up as a King upon his Holy Hill of Zion; look as it was with Jephthah, when the Gileadites would have him to save them from the Ammonites, shall I be your head then, Says he? and he made them to swear before the Lord that they would make him their Head, av pns31 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f np1; vvb c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq dt n2 vmd vhi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt np2, vmb pns11 vbi po22 n1 av, vvz pns31? cc pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31 po32 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7676 or else he would not deliver them; or Else he would not deliver them; cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7677 so if thou wilt have Christ to deliver thee out of the hands of thine enemies; so if thou wilt have christ to deliver thee out of the hands of thine enemies; av cs pns21 vm2 vhi np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f po21 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7678 sinne is an enemy, and the Law is an enemy, and the Devill is an enemy, sin is an enemy, and the Law is an enemy, and the devil is an enemy, n1 vbz dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7679 and the world, and thine own flesh is an enemy; and the world, and thine own Flesh is an enemy; cc dt n1, cc po21 d n1 vbz dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7680 if thou wilt have Christ to deliver thee from these enemies, shall he be thy Head? He hath sworne an Oath, That we being delivered from the hands of our enemies should serve him in holinesse and righteousnesse all the dayes of our lives, Luke 1. 73. He hath sworne with an Oath, that that man whom he delivers from his enemies shall serve him in holinesse and righteousnesse, if thou wilt have christ to deliver thee from these enemies, shall he be thy Head? He hath sworn an Oath, That we being Delivered from the hands of our enemies should serve him in holiness and righteousness all the days of our lives, Lycia 1. 73. He hath sworn with an Oath, that that man whom he delivers from his enemies shall serve him in holiness and righteousness, cs pns21 vm2 vhi np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n2, vmb pns31 vbb po21 n1? pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, cst pns12 vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, av crd crd pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7681 and shall not live as he list, he shall not live Lawlesse, he shall take Christs Lawes as well as his Merits; and shall not live as he list, he shall not live Lawless, he shall take Christ Laws as well as his Merits; cc vmb xx vvi c-acp pns31 vvd, pns31 vmb xx vvi j, pns31 vmb vvi npg1 n2 c-acp av c-acp po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7682 as well Christs Government as the imputation of his truth and righteousnesse, he shall take the one as well as the other; as well Christ Government as the imputation of his truth and righteousness, he shall take the one as well as the other; c-acp av npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt crd c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 84
7683 Now, it is an easie thing for a man to believe by a presumptuous faith that Christ is a Jesus, Now, it is an easy thing for a man to believe by a presumptuous faith that christ is a jesus, av, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 cst np1 vbz dt np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7684 but here is the difficulty to take him as a Lord; but Here is the difficulty to take him as a Lord; cc-acp av vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7685 No man can call Christ a Lord but by the Holy Ghost, saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. 3. He doth not say no man can say Christ is a Jesus, the Devill and presumption can make a man say so, No man can call christ a Lord but by the Holy Ghost, Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. 3. He does not say no man can say christ is a jesus, the devil and presumption can make a man say so, dx n1 vmb vvi np1 dt n1 cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vdz xx vvi dx n1 vmb vvi np1 vbz dt np1, dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7686 and every man hopes, and beares himself upon this, that Christ is a Jesus, but no man can truly confesse him to be a Lord, but by the Holy Ghost; and every man hope's, and bears himself upon this, that christ is a jesus, but no man can truly confess him to be a Lord, but by the Holy Ghost; cc d n1 n2, cc vvz px31 p-acp d, cst np1 vbz dt np1, cc-acp dx n1 vmb av-j vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7687 unlesse the Holy Ghost enable him, as our Saviour saith, David by the Spirit called him Lord; unless the Holy Ghost enable him, as our Saviour Says, David by the Spirit called him Lord; cs dt j n1 vvi pno31, c-acp po12 n1 vvz, np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd pno31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7688 he speakes of himselfe, Matth. 22. 43. It is a great matter to submit to Christ as a Sovereigne, he speaks of himself, Matthew 22. 43. It is a great matter to submit to christ as a Sovereign, pns31 vvz pp-f px31, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7689 as well as to take Christ for a Saviour; as well as to take christ for a Saviour; c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7690 now faith seeth both must be done, it must take Christ under both relations, as he must take him under the relation of a Redeemer, now faith sees both must be done, it must take christ under both relations, as he must take him under the Relation of a Redeemer, av n1 vvz d vmb vbi vdn, pn31 vmb vvi np1 p-acp d n2, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7691 so under the relation of a Lord as to be saved by him, so to be guided and swayed by him in all his wayes, so under the Relation of a Lord as to be saved by him, so to be guided and swayed by him in all his ways, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7692 and to be at his disposing in all his courses; and to be At his disposing in all his courses; cc pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7693 thus faith seeth Christ is propounded in the Gospell, and thus Christ embraceth him, it cannot have him in one respect, thus faith sees christ is propounded in the Gospel, and thus christ Embraceth him, it cannot have him in one respect, av n1 vvz np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av np1 vvz pno31, pn31 vmbx vhb pno31 p-acp crd n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7694 but it must also have him in the other, and so faith brings in obedience. but it must also have him in the other, and so faith brings in Obedience. cc-acp pn31 vmb av vhi pno31 p-acp dt n-jn, cc av n1 vvz p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 642 Page 85
7695 Thirdly, Faith seeth another couple that cannot be disjoynted and severed one from another, and that is this; Thirdly, Faith sees Another couple that cannot be disjointed and severed one from Another, and that is this; ord, n1 vvz j-jn n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn pi p-acp n-jn, cc d vbz d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7696 as faith tyeth the heart to the promises, so it glueth the heart to the Commandements, these go together, as faith tyeth the heart to the promises, so it glueth the heart to the commandments, these go together, c-acp n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2, av pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2, d vvb av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7697 and when faith reacheth forth the hand to the one, it reacheth forth the hand to the other, they are tyed with bonds of adamant that cannot be severed, Psalme 119. 56. When faith will go to God in vertue of a promise to do this or that for him, he reacheth forth the hand to the Commandements too. and when faith reaches forth the hand to the one, it reaches forth the hand to the other, they Are tied with bonds of adamant that cannot be severed, Psalm 119. 56. When faith will go to God in virtue of a promise to do this or that for him, he reaches forth the hand to the commandments too. cc c-crq n1 vvz av dt n1 p-acp dt pi, pn31 vvz av dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn, n1 crd crd c-crq n1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi d cc cst p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz av dt n1 p-acp dt n2 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7698 I am the Lord thy God, thou shalt have no other Gods but me; As who should say, if you will look upon me as your God by faith, I am the Lord thy God, thou shalt have no other God's but me; As who should say, if you will look upon me as your God by faith, pns11 vbm dt n1 po21 n1, pns21 vm2 vhi dx j-jn n2 p-acp pno11; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7699 then look that you have no other gods but me, look that you honour me in all my wayes, then look that you have no other God's but me, look that you honour me in all my ways, av vvb cst pn22 vhb dx j-jn n2 p-acp pno11, vvb cst pn22 vvb pno11 p-acp d po11 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7700 and stoop to me, and obey my Word, as the Lord propounded the one, so he set before them the other, a man forgets that God is his God by faith, and stoop to me, and obey my Word, as the Lord propounded the one, so he Set before them the other, a man forgets that God is his God by faith, cc vvi p-acp pno11, cc vvi po11 n1, c-acp dt n1 vvd dt crd, av pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 dt n-jn, dt n1 vvz cst np1 vbz po31 n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7701 if he keeps not his Commandements, beware (saith Moses) least thou forget the Lord thy God in not keeping his Commandements; if he keeps not his commandments, beware (Says Moses) lest thou forget the Lord thy God in not keeping his commandments; cs pns31 vvz xx po31 n2, vvb (vvz np1) cs pns21 vvb dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp xx vvg po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7702 How can a man believe in God, when he forgets that which he should believe? When a man forgets to be subject to God, How can a man believe in God, when he forgets that which he should believe? When a man forgets to be Subject to God, c-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvz cst r-crq pns31 vmd vvi? c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7703 and to give up himself in all his wayes? The Promises and Commandements are tyed together with bonds of adamant, and to give up himself in all his ways? The Promises and commandments Are tied together with bonds of adamant, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp px31 p-acp d po31 n2? dt vvz cc n2 vbr vvn av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7704 and no man can pull them asunder, as it is with sinne and the threatnings, and no man can pull them asunder, as it is with sin and the threatenings, cc dx n1 vmb vvi pno32 av, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cc dt n2-vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7705 if a man go on in sinne, he shall be sure to have the threatnings light upon him, they are bound together by bonds of adamant and everlasting coards; if a man go on in sin, he shall be sure to have the threatenings Light upon him, they Are bound together by bonds of adamant and everlasting coards; cs dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi dt n2-vvg vvi p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7706 let a man do what he can, if he howle and roare to God to take away his plagues, to take away Hell fire and damnation; let a man do what he can, if he howl and roar to God to take away his plagues, to take away Hell fire and damnation; vvb dt n1 vdb r-crq pns31 vmb, cs pns31 vvb cc vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi av po31 n2, pc-acp vvi av n1 n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7707 if he go on in sinne, it will never be, they hang together in an everlasting truth, The way of the wicked shall perish; if he go on in sin, it will never be, they hang together in an everlasting truth, The Way of the wicked shall perish; cs pns31 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vmb av-x vbi, pns32 vvb av p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7708 and if a man soweth iniquity he shall reap misery, saith the Wiseman, As a man soweth, so he shall reap, do not deceive your selves; and if a man Soweth iniquity he shall reap misery, Says the Wiseman, As a man Soweth, so he shall reap, do not deceive your selves; cc cs dt n1 vvz n1 pns31 vmb vvi n1, vvz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, av pns31 vmb vvi, vdb xx vvi po22 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7709 We are marvelous apt to reason as Eve did, to put in perhaps, perhaps you shall dye; We Are marvelous apt to reason as Eve did, to put in perhaps, perhaps you shall die; pns12 vbr j j p-acp n1 c-acp n1 vdd, pc-acp vvi p-acp av, av pn22 vmb vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7710 Nay, assuredly we shall dye if we go on in sinne, and will not live that life which God hath set before us, the life of faith, the life of God, the life of Heaven, the life of true Holinesse and righteousnesse; Nay, assuredly we shall die if we go on in sin, and will not live that life which God hath Set before us, the life of faith, the life of God, the life of Heaven, the life of true Holiness and righteousness; uh-x, av-vvn pns12 vmb vvi cs pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp n1, cc vmb xx vvi d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7711 if we will not submit to this, and give up our selves to be brought under it, we shall assuredly perish, never did any man live and goe on in sinne, but he dyed in perdition. if we will not submit to this, and give up our selves to be brought under it, we shall assuredly perish, never did any man live and go on in sin, but he died in perdition. cs pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, cc vvb a-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb av-vvn vvi, av-x vdd d n1 vvi cc vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7712 Never any man lived a wicked and ungodly life, but had a wicked, wretched, and damned death; Never any man lived a wicked and ungodly life, but had a wicked, wretched, and damned death; av-x d n1 vvd dt j cc j n1, cc-acp vhd dt j, j, cc j-vvn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 85
7713 if a man do go on in sinne he shall be sure to have the threatnings of God light upon him, he cannot avoyde them; if a man do go on in sin he shall be sure to have the threatenings of God Light upon him, he cannot avoid them; cs dt n1 vdb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vhi dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7714 so it is on the other side, the Promises and the Commandements go together; so it is on the other side, the Promises and the commandments go together; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt vvz cc dt n2 vvb av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7715 and if a man do observe the Commandements ' of God by a true and lively faith, he shall assuredly have the promises; and if a man do observe the commandments ' of God by a true and lively faith, he shall assuredly have the promises; cc cs dt n1 vdb vvi dt n2 ' pp-f np1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, pns31 vmb av-vvn vhb dt n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7716 and if he reject the Commandements, or be un•ound in the doing of them, he cannot have the Promises; and if he reject the commandments, or be un•ound in the doing of them, he cannot have the Promises; cc cs pns31 vvb dt n2, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt vdg pp-f pno32, pns31 vmbx vhi dt vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7717 if he have the one, he must have the other; if he have the one, he must have the other; cs pns31 vhb dt crd, pns31 vmb vhi dt j-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7718 he can never make a faithful Plea for Peace, for Pardon, for Heaven, or any thing that God hath promised, that bindes not himselfe over to God to do his will in every thing; he can never make a faithful Plea for Peace, for Pardon, for Heaven, or any thing that God hath promised, that binds not himself over to God to do his will in every thing; pns31 vmb av-x vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc d n1 cst np1 vhz vvn, cst vvz xx px31 p-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7719 Nay, the strength of Faith puts forth it selfe in as strong an act towards the Commandements as towards the Promises, Nay, the strength of Faith puts forth it self in as strong an act towards the commandments as towards the Promises, uh-x, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av pn31 n1 p-acp a-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt n2 a-acp p-acp dt vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7720 and if there be any difference, it is on the Promises side, for the Promises are more supernatural then the Commandements, and if there be any difference, it is on the Promises side, for the Promises Are more supernatural then the commandments, cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt vvz n1, p-acp dt vvz vbr av-dc j cs dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7721 for they were once written in the heart, therefore the Commandements are not so supernatural; for they were once written in the heart, Therefore the commandments Are not so supernatural; c-acp pns32 vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, av dt n2 vbr xx av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7722 a man was once acquainted with them, but the Promises of Mercy, and Pardon, and Redemption are more supernatural, a man was once acquainted with them, but the Promises of Mercy, and Pardon, and Redemption Are more supernatural, dt n1 vbds a-acp vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp dt vvz pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbr av-dc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7723 and we see this in poore weak beleevers that go on and are enabled to make good conscience of their wayes, and we see this in poor weak believers that go on and Are enabled to make good conscience of their ways, cc pns12 vvb d p-acp j j n2 cst vvb a-acp cc vbr vvn pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7724 and to be very carefull of sinning against God, and walk in very good strictnesse, diligence, and to be very careful of sinning against God, and walk in very good strictness, diligence, cc pc-acp vbi av j pp-f vvg p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp av j n1, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7725 and circumspection, and yet have much ado to apply the Promises, and appropriate them to themselves. and circumspection, and yet have much ado to apply the Promises, and Appropriate them to themselves. cc n1, cc av vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvz, cc vvi pno32 p-acp px32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7726 I say, broken-hearted people that are weak in faith, in regard of personall confidence, may yet notwithstanding be very strong in the doing of the Commandements of God; I say, brokenhearted people that Are weak in faith, in regard of personal confidence, may yet notwithstanding be very strong in the doing of the commandments of God; pns11 vvb, j n1 cst vbr j p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, vmb av a-acp vbb av j p-acp dt vdg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7727 The reason is, because obedience flows from a direct act of faith, and this bearing a man upon the Promises from a reflect act of faith, it flowes from a consciousnesse of obedience, The reason is, Because Obedience flows from a Direct act of faith, and this bearing a man upon the Promises from a reflect act of faith, it flows from a consciousness of Obedience, dt n1 vbz, c-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc d vvg dt n1 p-acp dt vvz p-acp dt vvb n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7728 when a man is conscious that he is sincere; when a man is conscious that he is sincere; c-crq dt n1 vbz j cst pns31 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7729 then, and never before can a man have confidence that the Promises are sealed to him, this is a reflect act of faith; then, and never before can a man have confidence that the Promises Are sealed to him, this is a reflect act of faith; av, cc av-x a-acp vmb dt n1 vhb n1 cst dt vvz vbr vvn p-acp pno31, d vbz dt vvb n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7730 but it is a direct act that makes a man obey Gods Commandements, so that faith must needs work obedience, but it is a Direct act that makes a man obey God's commandments, so that faith must needs work Obedience, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz dt n1 vvb npg1 n2, av d n1 vmb av vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7731 for if there be this blessed couple propounded to the soule in the Gospel together with the Commandements, Faith looking on both takes one as well as the other. for if there be this blessed couple propounded to the soul in the Gospel together with the commandments, Faith looking on both Takes one as well as the other. c-acp cs pc-acp vbb d j-vvn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n2, n1 vvg p-acp d vvz pi c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn. (7) treatise (DIV2) 643 Page 86
7732 Fourthly, there is another close couple that faith looks upon, and that is, as upon a Title to the Kingdome of Heaven, Fourthly, there is Another close couple that faith looks upon, and that is, as upon a Title to the Kingdom of Heaven, ord, pc-acp vbz j-jn j n1 cst n1 vvz p-acp, cc d vbz, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7733 so also to a fitnesse for the Kingdome of Heaven, and one is as needfull as the other, so also to a fitness for the Kingdom of Heaven, and one is as needful as the other, av av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc crd vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7734 as things without which a man cannot enter into the Kingdome of God; as things without which a man cannot enter into the Kingdom of God; c-acp n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7735 Now, Faith as it helps a man to a title to Glory, so it helps a man more and more with fitnesse, Now, Faith as it helps a man to a title to Glory, so it helps a man more and more with fitness, av, n1 c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, av pn31 vvz dt n1 av-dc cc av-dc p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7736 because it seeth it cannot be otherwise; Because it sees it cannot be otherwise; c-acp pn31 vvz pn31 vmbx vbi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7737 When David had committed his two fowle sinnes of murther and adultery, though he had not lost his title to the Kingdome of Heaven, When David had committed his two fowl Sins of murder and adultery, though he had not lost his title to the Kingdom of Heaven, c-crq np1 vhd vvn po31 crd j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7738 yet he could not enter into it, he could not have actual possession of it; yet he could not enter into it, he could not have actual possession of it; av pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pn31, pns31 vmd xx vhi j n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7739 Why? Because he was unfit, Heb. 12. 14. Without holinesse a man cannot see God, Why? Because he was unfit, Hebrew 12. 14. Without holiness a man cannot see God, q-crq? p-acp pns31 vbds j, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 dt n1 vmbx vvi np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7740 though a man hath all the titles in the world, though he be elected to it before all worlds, though a man hath all the titles in the world, though he be elected to it before all world's, cs dt n1 vhz d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7741 yet till he is made fit for it, he cannot enter into it, flesh and blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of God; yet till he is made fit for it, he cannot enter into it, Flesh and blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of God; av c-acp pns31 vbz vvn j p-acp pn31, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31, n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7742 as the Apostle Peter speakes, it is an inheritance holy and undefiled, and a man must be holy, as the Apostle Peter speaks, it is an inheritance holy and undefiled, and a man must be holy, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, pn31 vbz dt n1 j cc j, cc dt n1 vmb vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7743 before he can be made partaker of it; before he can be made partaker of it; c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn n1 pp-f pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7744 Joseph must shave himself before he come before Pharaoh. Ahasuerus women must be prepared, and purified with spices and odours, Joseph must shave himself before he come before Pharaoh. Ahasuerus women must be prepared, and purified with spices and odours, np1 vmb vvi px31 c-acp pns31 vvb p-acp np1. np1 n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7745 and mirrhe, Hest. 2. 11. And then they came before the King, when they were prepared and adorned, and made sweet and persumed; and myrrh, Hest. 2. 11. And then they Come before the King, when they were prepared and adorned, and made sweet and presumed; cc n1, np1 crd crd cc av pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn, cc vvd j cc vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 86
7746 So a man must first be prepared and fitted for the Kingdom of heaven, or else there is no admission into it, heaven is too fine a place for adulterers, and drunkards, &c. As soone as ever the Angels of heaven, So a man must First be prepared and fitted for the Kingdom of heaven, or Else there is no admission into it, heaven is too fine a place for Adulterers, and drunkards, etc. As soon as ever the Angels of heaven, av dt n1 vmb ord vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31, n1 vbz av j dt n1 p-acp n2, cc n2, av p-acp av c-acp av dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7747 though glorious creatures, began to sinne against God, God thrust them out of heaven; they left their habitation, it was too fine for them: though glorious creatures, began to sin against God, God thrust them out of heaven; they left their habitation, it was too fine for them: cs j n2, vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, np1 vvd pno32 av pp-f n1; pns32 vvd po32 n1, pn31 vbds av j c-acp pno32: (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7748 and do you think the Lord will admit the Devill into heaven againe in his members? what a thing is it when every drunkard, and do you think the Lord will admit the devil into heaven again in his members? what a thing is it when every drunkard, cc vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 av p-acp po31 n2? q-crq dt n1 vbz pn31 c-crq d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7749 and profane person shall think himself meet company for the blessed trinity? it cannot be, God will never take such foule loathsome creatures into fellowship and Communion with him, they are too neare him already in the world, and profane person shall think himself meet company for the blessed trinity? it cannot be, God will never take such foul loathsome creatures into fellowship and Communion with him, they Are too near him already in the world, cc j n1 vmb vvi px31 j n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1? pn31 vmbx vbi, np1 vmb av-x vvi d j j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr av av-j pno31 av p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7750 and therefore he will fling them out of his presence into Hell; and Therefore he will fling them out of his presence into Hell; cc av pns31 vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7751 in Heaven is nothing but beatifical vision, viewing of God, and delighting in God, and not thinking a thought but of God, in Heaven is nothing but beatifical vision, viewing of God, and delighting in God, and not thinking a Thought but of God, p-acp n1 vbz pix cc-acp j n1, vvg pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp np1, cc xx vvg dt n1 cc-acp pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7752 and therefore no roome for those that are empty of grace, and not fitted and prepared for it; and Therefore no room for those that Are empty of grace, and not fitted and prepared for it; cc av dx n1 p-acp d cst vbr j pp-f n1, cc xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7753 now faith knowes this, and believes this, and therefore as it layeth hold on Christ for title, now faith knows this, and believes this, and Therefore as it Layeth hold on christ for title, av n1 vvz d, cc vvz d, cc av c-acp pn31 vvz n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7754 so it never leaves till it hath gotten fitnesse from Christ, as the Apostle speakes, Col. 1. 12. Giving thanks unto the Father who hath made us meet, &c. God makes all meet for Heaven that he brings thither, so it never leaves till it hath got fitness from christ, as the Apostle speaks, Col. 1. 12. Giving thanks unto the Father who hath made us meet, etc. God makes all meet for Heaven that he brings thither, av pn31 av vvz c-acp pn31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno12 vvi, av np1 vvz d j p-acp n1 cst pns31 vvz av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7755 and till they are so they cannot be admitted thither; and till they Are so they cannot be admitted thither; cc c-acp pns32 vbr av pns32 vmbx vbi vvn av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7756 if a man will go to heaven he must be a vessel of honour, 2 Tim. 2. 21. Therefore Faith purifies a mans heart, pares off a mans flesh, weanes a man from the world, if a man will go to heaven he must be a vessel of honour, 2 Tim. 2. 21. Therefore Faith Purifies a men heart, pares off a men Flesh, weans a man from the world, cs dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd av n1 vvz dt ng1 n1, vvz a-acp dt ng1 n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7757 and knocks off a mans cursed corruptions more and more, and pulls downe a man before God, makes a man stoop to Gods Covenant, and knocks off a men cursed corruptions more and more, and pulls down a man before God, makes a man stoop to God's Covenant, cc vvz a-acp dt ng1 j-vvn n2 dc cc av-dc, cc vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, vvz dt n1 vvi p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7758 and to be hol• and righteous as he is; it knows, unlesse he be made fit for Gods Kingdome, he can never come there; and to be hol• and righteous as he is; it knows, unless he be made fit for God's Kingdom, he can never come there; cc pc-acp vbi n1 cc j c-acp pns31 vbz; pn31 vvz, cs pns31 vbb vvn j p-acp ng1 n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7759 we should look to this, and it should make us feare, and tremble, and look to our selves, we should look to this, and it should make us Fear, and tremble, and look to our selves, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d, cc pn31 vmd vvi pno12 vvi, cc vvi, cc vvb p-acp po12 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7760 for unlesse we be fit for the Kingdome of Heaven we shall never have abode there, John 3. 3. Except a man be borne againe, &c. That is, for unless we be fit for the Kingdom of Heaven we shall never have Abided there, John 3. 3. Except a man be born again, etc. That is, c-acp cs pns12 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vmb av-x vhi vvd a-acp, np1 crd crd j dt n1 vbi vvn av, av cst vbz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7761 except a man be made meet for the Kingdome of God he cannot come into it; except a man be made meet for the Kingdom of God he cannot come into it; c-acp dt n1 vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7762 Except he have Heavens frame and disposition, and Heavens conversation, except his conversation be in Heaven here, he can never come there; Except he have Heavens frame and disposition, and Heavens Conversation, except his Conversation be in Heaven Here, he can never come there; c-acp pns31 vhb n2 vvi cc n1, cc ng1 n1, c-acp po31 n1 vbb p-acp n1 av, pns31 vmb av-x vvi a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7763 and this is the reason we are so often called upon to be godly in Christ Jesus, to walk in purenesse and holinesse of living, and this is the reason we Are so often called upon to be godly in christ jesus, to walk in pureness and holiness of living, cc d vbz dt n1 pns12 vbr av av vvn p-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7764 because no uncleane thing shall enter into the heavenly Jerusalem; without are Dogges, the Lord counts them Doggs that shall never enjoy his presence; Because no unclean thing shall enter into the heavenly Jerusalem; without Are Dogs, the Lord counts them Dogs that shall never enjoy his presence; c-acp dx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j np1; p-acp vbr n2, dt n1 vvz pno32 n2 cst vmb av-x vvi po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7765 this is another reason why Faith workes obedience, because if he will have Title to the Kingdome of Heaven, he must look to be fitted for the same. this is Another reason why Faith works Obedience, Because if he will have Title to the Kingdom of Heaven, he must look to be fitted for the same. d vbz j-jn n1 c-crq n1 vvz n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt d. (7) treatise (DIV2) 644 Page 87
7766 Fifthly, because Faith is eminently all that a man is to do, it is the whole work of a Christian, John 6. 29. This is the work of God, &c. That is, this is eminently all the workes of God. Fifthly, Because Faith is eminently all that a man is to do, it is the Whole work of a Christian, John 6. 29. This is the work of God, etc. That is, this is eminently all the works of God. ord, c-acp n1 vbz av-j d cst dt n1 vbz pc-acp vdi, pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njp, np1 crd crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, av cst vbz, d vbz av-j d dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 87
7767 But is there no work but this? Yes, there are many other works, but this is the work of God that ye believe, But is there no work but this? Yes, there Are many other works, but this is the work of God that you believe, cc-acp vbz pc-acp dx n1 p-acp d? uh, pc-acp vbr d j-jn n2, cc-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pn22 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 87
7768 because this is eminently all that God looks for, as the Apostle speaks, 1 John. 3, 22. This is his Commandement, that ye believe, &c. Is there no other Commandement but this? is this all we must do, and no more? No; Because this is eminently all that God looks for, as the Apostle speaks, 1 John. 3, 22. This is his Commandment, that you believe, etc. Is there no other Commandment but this? is this all we must do, and no more? No; c-acp d vbz av-j d cst np1 vvz p-acp, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd, crd d vbz po31 n1, cst pn22 vvb, av vbz pc-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp d? vbz d d pns12 vmb vdi, cc dx dc? uh-dx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 87
7769 but this is eminently the Commandement, there are other Commandements, but all are included in this of beleeving; but this is eminently the Commandment, there Are other commandments, but all Are included in this of believing; cc-acp d vbz av-j dt n1, pc-acp vbr j-jn n2, cc-acp d vbr vvd p-acp d pp-f vvg; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 87
7770 so faith is eminently all graces, all other graces are but the daughters and brood of faith, they grow out of faith as out of the spring and root, so faith is eminently all graces, all other graces Are but the daughters and brood of faith, they grow out of faith as out of the spring and root, av n1 vbz av-j d n2, d j-jn n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb av pp-f n1 c-acp av pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 87
7771 so that do this and do all, do but beleeve in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, so that do this and do all, do but believe in the Name of the Lord jesus christ, av cst vdb d cc vdi d, vdb p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 87
7772 and what wilt thou not do? it will make thee give over thy sinnes, and what wilt thou not do? it will make thee give over thy Sins, cc q-crq vm2 pns21 xx vdi? pn31 vmb vvi pno21 vvi p-acp po21 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 87
7773 and be humbled and mortified, it will make thee give over vaine company, and delight in all goodnesse, make thee zealous and servent, and be humbled and mortified, it will make thee give over vain company, and delight in all Goodness, make thee zealous and servient, cc vbi vvn cc vvn, pn31 vmb vvi pno21 vvi p-acp j n1, cc vvi p-acp d n1, vvb pno21 j cc n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7774 and teach thee how to pray and be thankfull to God; and teach thee how to pray and be thankful to God; cc vvb pno21 c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vbi j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7775 it will fill thy mouth with laughter, and thy tongue with joy, it will make thee do any thing if thou believe, Acts 16. 31. As who should say, believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and this will make thee do all, there will be nothing left, it will fill thy Mouth with laughter, and thy tongue with joy, it will make thee do any thing if thou believe, Acts 16. 31. As who should say, believe in the Lord jesus christ and this will make thee doe all, there will be nothing left, pn31 vmb vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc po21 n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno21 vdb d n1 cs pns21 vvb, n2 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 cc d vmb vvi pno21 n1 av-d, pc-acp vmb vbi pix vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7776 as Christ saith, If thou believe, all things are possible; as christ Says, If thou believe, all things Are possible; c-acp np1 vvz, cs pns21 vvb, d n2 vbr j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7777 So I may say, if thou believe all things will be done, and thou wilt stick at nothing, be backward in nothing, So I may say, if thou believe all things will be done, and thou wilt stick At nothing, be backward in nothing, av pns11 vmb vvi, cs pns21 vvb d n2 vmb vbi vdn, cc pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp pix, vbb j p-acp pix, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7778 but wilt be brought to obey God in every thing; but wilt be brought to obey God in every thing; cc-acp vm2 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7779 it is like the turning of the Cock, if the Cock be turned, the water will flow forth; it is like the turning of the Cock, if the Cock be turned, the water will flow forth; pn31 vbz av-j dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 vbb vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7780 so if a mans heart be opened by faith, all the heart runnes to God; a Wind-mill, if the Sailes go, the stones and all go; so if a men heart be opened by faith, all the heart runs to God; a Windmill, if the Sails go, the stones and all go; av cs dt ng1 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1, d dt n1 vvz p-acp np1; dt n1, cs dt n2 vvb, dt n2 cc av-d vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7781 so if •aith be once working and operating, all the soul is turning it self towards God, so if •aith be once working and operating, all the soul is turning it self towards God, av cs n1 vbb c-acp vvg cc vvg, d dt n1 vbz vvg pn31 n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7782 though never so Heavy, and Carnal, and Vaine, and Earthly before, yet now all is going in the wayes of God; though never so Heavy, and Carnal, and Vain, and Earthly before, yet now all is going in the ways of God; cs av-x av j, cc j, cc j, cc j a-acp, av av d vbz vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7783 As the Mother of Christ said to the servants of the marriage, Whatsoever he •ids you do, do it; As the Mother of christ said to the Servants of the marriage, Whatsoever he •ids you do, do it; c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pn22 vdb, vdb pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7784 So faith saith thus to all the soul, look whatsoever Christ commands, look you do it, minde those things he bids you minde, affect that he affects, retaine that he bids you remember; So faith Says thus to all the soul, look whatsoever christ commands, look you do it, mind those things he bids you mind, affect that he affects, retain that he bids you Remember; av n1 vvz av p-acp d dt n1, vvb r-crq np1 vvz, vvb pn22 vdb pn31, n1 d n2 pns31 vvz pn22 n1, vvb cst pns31 vvz, vvb cst pns31 vvz pn22 vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7785 it is like Abner, that brought all Israel to be the servants of David; so faith when it comes into the foul, it brings all the faculties of the soul of the whole man to be subject to the Lord Jesus Christ; it is like Abner, that brought all Israel to be the Servants of David; so faith when it comes into the foul, it brings all the faculties of the soul of the Whole man to be Subject to the Lord jesus christ; pn31 vbz av-j np1, cst vvd d np1 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f np1; av n1 c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt j, pn31 vvz d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7786 thus you see that faith works obedience in a man. thus you see that faith works Obedience in a man. av pn22 vvb d n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 645 Page 88
7787 The first Use is this, to answer a demand that will arise out of the hearts of people, The First Use is this, to answer a demand that will arise out of the hearts of people, dt ord n1 vbz d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vmb vvi av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 646 Page 88
7788 when they heare that Faith makes a man to obey. Quest. How doth it make a man obey? when they hear that Faith makes a man to obey. Quest. How does it make a man obey? c-crq pns32 vvb cst n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi. n1. q-crq vdz pn31 vvi dt n1 vvi? (7) treatise (DIV2) 646 Page 88
7789 Answ. I answer, by setting before a man the corruptions of his owne heart, and what woeful stubbornenesse is in the same; Answer I answer, by setting before a man the corruptions of his own heart, and what woeful stubbornenesse is in the same; np1 pns11 vvb, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, cc r-crq j n1 vbz p-acp dt d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7790 it makes a man see those innumerable corruptions in the soul, and how deeply they have eaten into the soul; it makes a man see those innumerable corruptions in the soul, and how deeply they have eaten into the soul; pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb d j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq av-jn pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7791 it makes a man see what a loathsome creature he is, and what a deal of rebellion there is in his will, it makes a man see what a loathsome creature he is, and what a deal of rebellion there is in his will, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz, cc q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbz p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7792 and minde, and thoughts, and affections, and what oppositions there are against the doing of Gods Holy Will; and mind, and thoughts, and affections, and what oppositions there Are against the doing of God's Holy Will; cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc r-crq n2 a-acp vbr p-acp dt vdg pp-f n2 j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7793 he seeth that if he will obey God what little help he shall have from himself, from his own will, his own reason, his own parts, his own nature, he sees that if he will obey God what little help he shall have from himself, from his own will, his own reason, his own parts, his own nature, pns31 vvz d cs pns31 vmb vvi np1 q-crq j n1 pns31 vmb vhi p-acp px31, p-acp po31 d n1, po31 d n1, po31 d n2, po31 d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7794 though he had never so good a nature; Nay, how he shall be hindered, and hampered, and opposed by himself; though he had never so good a nature; Nay, how he shall be hindered, and hampered, and opposed by himself; cs pns31 vhd av-x av j dt n1; uh-x, c-crq pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7795 faith lets him see this, and so pulls him down before God, to abhor himself in dust and ashes; faith lets him see this, and so pulls him down before God, to abhor himself in dust and Ashes; n1 vvz pno31 vvi d, cc av vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7796 it was thus in Paul, Rom. 7. 24. O miserable man, &c. It made him finde this, that he could not do the good he would; it was thus in Paul, Rom. 7. 24. Oh miserable man, etc. It made him find this, that he could not do the good he would; pn31 vbds av p-acp np1, np1 crd crd uh j n1, av pn31 vvd pno31 vvi d, cst pns31 vmd xx vdi dt j pns31 vmd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7797 thus faith empties a man of himself, and makes him to renounce himself, and makes him not to stand upon his own feeet, never to stand alone, never to go about any thing but with the help of Christ; thus faith empties a man of himself, and makes him to renounce himself, and makes him not to stand upon his own feeet, never to stand alone, never to go about any thing but with the help of christ; av n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f px31, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi px31, cc vvz pno31 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d j, av-x pc-acp vvi av-j, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7798 it makes a man see what a damned will he hath, what a damned reason he hath, what a damned heart and disposition he hath: it makes a man see what a damned will he hath, what a damned reason he hath, what a damned heart and disposition he hath: pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb r-crq dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vhz, r-crq dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vhz, r-crq dt j-vvn n1 cc n1 pns31 vhz: (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7799 O! saith he, here is Wisdome indeed, here is a disposition indeed, I will never be ruled by this disposition, OH! Says he, Here is Wisdom indeed, Here is a disposition indeed, I will never be ruled by this disposition, uh vvz pns31, av vbz n1 av, av vbz dt n1 av, pns11 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7800 and he looks upon himself as an undone creature if he followes his own desires; and he looks upon himself as an undone creature if he follows his own Desires; cc pns31 vvz p-acp px31 p-acp dt vvn n1 cs pns31 vvz po31 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7801 here be desires indeed, and thoughts indeed, and here is an horrible frame, and this makes him renounce himself: Here be Desires indeed, and thoughts indeed, and Here is an horrible frame, and this makes him renounce himself: av vbb n2 av, cc n2 av, cc av vbz dt j n1, cc d vvz pno31 vvi px31: (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7802 and thus faith works obedience in a man, by driving of him out of himself, and thus faith works Obedience in a man, by driving of him out of himself, cc av n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pp-f pno31 av pp-f px31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7803 and dividing a mans self from himself, that he will not be led by his own thoughts, and dividing a men self from himself, that he will not be led by his own thoughts, cc vvg dt ng1 n1 p-acp px31, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 88
7804 nor carried by his owne imaginations, it seeth ' Hell in all these, and that he can do nothing without Christ live in his heart by faith; nor carried by his own Imaginations, it sees ' Hell in all these, and that he can do nothing without christ live in his heart by faith; ccx vvd p-acp po31 d n2, pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp d d, cc cst pns31 vmb vdi pix p-acp np1 vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7805 without faith you can do nothing, saith Christ, and faith tells a man this; without faith you can do nothing, Says christ, and faith tells a man this; p-acp n1 pn22 vmb vdi pix, vvz np1, cc n1 vvz dt n1 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7806 it makes him know what a wretched creature he is, and what a damned nature he carries about with him, it makes him know what a wretched creature he is, and what a damned nature he carries about with him, pn31 vvz pno31 vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz, cc q-crq dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7807 and that he must not follow, and please, and give satisfaction to that at any time. and that he must not follow, and please, and give satisfaction to that At any time. cc cst pns31 vmb xx vvi, cc vvi, cc vvb n1 p-acp d p-acp d n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7808 Now, a natural man may see his insufficiency of himself, and the vilenesse of his nature, Now, a natural man may see his insufficiency of himself, and the vileness of his nature, av, dt j n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 pp-f px31, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7809 but conscience only shewes him this; but because he hath not faith, it doth not humble him, and put him down, but conscience only shows him this; but Because he hath not faith, it does not humble him, and put him down, cc-acp n1 av-j vvz pno31 d; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vhz xx n1, pn31 vdz xx vvi pno31, cc vvd pno31 a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7810 but he will follow his own thoughts, and go after his own reason for all this, he hath not true and saving faith, to reveal these things in power to him, but he will follow his own thoughts, and go After his own reason for all this, he hath not true and Saving faith, to reveal these things in power to him, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n2, cc vvi p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp d d, pns31 vhz xx j cc j-vvg n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7811 but when faith comes into the soul, it doth it to the purpose; but when faith comes into the soul, it does it to the purpose; cc-acp q-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7812 it makes a man not to be a little affected with his sinnes, but •oundly affected, it makes a man not to be a little affected with his Sins, but •oundly affected, pn31 vvz dt n1 xx pc-acp vbi dt j vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp av-j vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7813 and makes him see that he is undone for ever if he go on in that course he was wont to do; and makes him see that he is undone for ever if he go on in that course he was wont to do; cc vvz pno31 vvi cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp av cs pns31 vvb a-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7814 and thus faith working in this fashion delivers a man over to Christ, by taking a man off from that which was his Pilate and guide before, and thus faith working in this fashion delivers a man over to christ, by taking a man off from that which was his Pilate and guide before, cc av n1 vvg p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1 a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp vvg dt n1 a-acp p-acp d r-crq vbds po31 n1 cc vvi a-acp, (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7815 and making him to be guided by Christ. and making him to be guided by christ. cc vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 648 Page 89
7816 Secondly, Faith works obedience by carrying a man to God, it makes a man seek to God how to obey; Secondly, Faith works Obedience by carrying a man to God, it makes a man seek to God how to obey; ord, n1 vvz n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp np1 c-crq pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7817 Teach me O Lord to do thy will, Psal. 143. 10. Faith carried him to God; Teach me Oh Lord to do thy will, Psalm 143. 10. Faith carried him to God; vvb pno11 uh n1 pc-acp vdi po21 n1, np1 crd crd n1 vvd pno31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7818 so faith doth wheresoever it is, it brings a man to God, that God would be pleased to strengthen our apprehension, that so we may look upon his will, so faith does wheresoever it is, it brings a man to God, that God would be pleased to strengthen our apprehension, that so we may look upon his will, av n1 vdz c-crq pn31 vbz, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, cst np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cst av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7819 and to fortifie our understandings that we may conceive of all his wayes, with a Divine and heavenly understanding, and to fortify our understandings that we may conceive of all his ways, with a Divine and heavenly understanding, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cst pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d po31 n2, p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7820 and to fortifie our wills, that the feeblenesse of them towards God may be removed, it crieth to God from day to day, that he may not do as he hath done, and to fortify our wills, that the feebleness of them towards God may be removed, it cries to God from day to day, that he may not do as he hath done, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp np1 vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vdi c-acp pns31 vhz vdn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7821 nor live as he hath done; nor live as he hath done; ccx vvb a-acp pns31 vhz vdn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7822 faith wheresoever it is, drives the soul to God, and to lie at him from day to day, to guide him, faith wheresoever it is, drives the soul to God, and to lie At him from day to day, to guide him, n1 c-crq pn31 vbz, vvz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7823 and teach him, and instruct him, and shew him his wayes, and reveal unto him his Statutes; and teach him, and instruct him, and show him his ways, and reveal unto him his Statutes; cc vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 po31 n2, cc vvi p-acp pno31 po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7824 as David, Psalme 119. 35, 36. Incline my heart to thy Testimonies, and not to Covetousnesse; as David, Psalm 119. 35, 36. Incline my heart to thy Testimonies, and not to Covetousness; c-acp np1, n1 crd crd, crd vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n2, cc xx p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7825 As who should say, Lord, here is my heart, will, and whole man, I beseech thee make me walk in thy wayes, I am very loath and untoward, I beseech thee put some strength into this will of mine; As who should say, Lord, Here is my heart, will, and Whole man, I beseech thee make me walk in thy ways, I am very loath and untoward, I beseech thee put Some strength into this will of mine; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, n1, av vbz po11 n1, n1, cc j-jn n1, pns11 vvb pno21 vvb pno11 vvi p-acp po21 n2, pns11 vbm av j cc j, pns11 vvb pno21 vvb d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f png11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7826 when I go to thy Word, let me heare it with trembling; when I go to prayer, let me go to it with an heavenly minde; when I go to thy Word, let me hear it with trembling; when I go to prayer, let me go to it with an heavenly mind; c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp po21 n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn31 p-acp vvg; c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7827 encline my heart this way, and make it stand bent this way; incline my heart this Way, and make it stand bent this Way; vvi po11 n1 d n1, cc vvi pn31 vvi vvn d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7828 'tis true, when naturall men are convinced that all strength is from God, they pray too, it's true, when natural men Are convinced that all strength is from God, they pray too, pn31|vbz j, c-crq j n2 vbr vvn cst d n1 vbz p-acp np1, pns32 vvb av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7829 but this is not faith in prayer, but faith makes the soul that it cannot be quiet, but this is not faith in prayer, but faith makes the soul that it cannot be quiet, cc-acp d vbz xx n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp n1 vvz dt n1 cst pn31 vmbx vbi j-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7830 but it must obey and stoop to him in all his wayes. but it must obey and stoop to him in all his ways. cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d po31 n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 649 Page 89
7831 Thirdly, Faith works obedience by making a man improve all the abilities that God hath given him already, Thirdly, Faith works Obedience by making a man improve all the abilities that God hath given him already, ord, n1 vvz n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 vvb d dt n2 cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 89
7832 and this is the best way to encrease them, Matth. 13. 12. When a man hath grace, hath a Talent, and this is the best Way to increase them, Matthew 13. 12. When a man hath grace, hath a Talon, cc d vbz dt js n1 p-acp vvb pno32, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vhz n1, vhz dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 89
7833 and makes use of it, and hath it to some purpose, and layeth it forth, that man shall encrease his Talent and abound, God will give him more; and makes use of it, and hath it to Some purpose, and Layeth it forth, that man shall increase his Talon and abound, God will give him more; cc vvz n1 pp-f pn31, cc vhz pn31 p-acp d n1, cc vvz pn31 av, cst n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 cc vvi, np1 vmb vvi pno31 av-dc; (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 89
7834 now as faith works obedience by shewing a man his own wretchednesse, that he must not yield to his own desires, now as faith works Obedience by showing a man his own wretchedness, that he must not yield to his own Desires, av c-acp n1 vvz n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 po31 d n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 89
7835 and be carried by his own vaine imaginations, that for his part would conclude such a course is lawful; and be carried by his own vain Imaginations, that for his part would conclude such a course is lawful; cc vbi vvn p-acp po31 d j n2, cst p-acp po31 n1 vmd vvi d dt n1 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 89
7836 and why not? Though God saith the contrary, faith makes him consider that, and so drives him to God, and why not? Though God Says the contrary, faith makes him Consider that, and so drives him to God, cc q-crq xx? cs np1 vvz dt n-jn, n1 vvz pno31 vvi cst, cc av vvz pno31 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 89
7837 and so also it makes him go and improve those gifts, and parts, and strength that God hath given him already, that he may lay it forth, and use it to the uttermost, and so also it makes him go and improve those Gifts, and parts, and strength that God hath given him already, that he may lay it forth, and use it to the uttermost, cc av av pn31 vvz pno31 vvi cc vvi d n2, cc n2, cc n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 av, cst pns31 vmb vvi pn31 av, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7838 as if a man be haunted and baited by any lust, deadnesse, security, coldnesse in duty, or some other lust; as if a man be haunted and baited by any lust, deadness, security, coldness in duty, or Some other lust; c-acp cs dt n1 vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, n1, n1, n1 p-acp n1, cc d j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7839 Now, Faith when it would make a man obedient to God, to crucifie these lusts, it makes a man look out to see what power God hath given him, what abilities God hath lent, what helps and furtherances God hath reached out unto him, Now, Faith when it would make a man obedient to God, to crucify these Lustiest, it makes a man look out to see what power God hath given him, what abilities God hath lent, what helps and furtherances God hath reached out unto him, av, n1 c-crq pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 j p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi d n2, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb av pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn pno31, r-crq n2 np1 vhz vvn, r-crq vvz cc n2 np1 vhz vvn av p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7840 and he takes all to fight against that lust; and he Takes all to fight against that lust; cc pns31 vvz d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7841 hath he understanding? that he employes to think of the evill of the sinne, to consider of the danger of the sinne, hath he understanding? that he employs to think of the evil of the sin, to Consider of the danger of the sin, vhz pns31 n1? cst pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7842 how he may avoyde it, and what course he may take to overcome it; how he may avoid it, and what course he may take to overcome it; c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pn31, cc r-crq n1 pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7843 if God hath given him a memory, he layeth it forth to remember and recollect such things as he hath heard, if God hath given him a memory, he Layeth it forth to Remember and recollect such things as he hath herd, cs np1 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1, pns31 vvz pn31 av pc-acp vvi cc vvb d n2 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7844 and hath been told of, he layeth all his Talents forth that ever he can to master that lust, and so works obedience; and hath been told of, he Layeth all his Talents forth that ever he can to master that lust, and so works Obedience; cc vhz vbn vvn pp-f, pns31 vvz d po31 n2 av cst av pns31 vmb p-acp n1 cst n1, cc av vvz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7845 as faith drives a man to God for help, so look what help God lends, as faith drives a man to God for help, so look what help God lends, c-acp n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, av vvb r-crq n1 np1 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7846 and what Talent God puts into his hand, he layeth all forth for the working of obedience, he will not let any one lye idle, and what Talon God puts into his hand, he Layeth all forth for the working of Obedience, he will not let any one lie idle, cc r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz d av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi d crd n1 j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7847 but will employ all to help him forward in obedience. but will employ all to help him forward in Obedience. cc-acp vmb vvi d pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 650 Page 90
7848 Fourthly, Faith doth work obedience, by making a man to relie upon Christ, it doth look unto an union with Christ, it doth make a man to cast himselfe upon Christ for power against his sinnes, it doth extract vigour from Christ against corruption, it doth distill and draw down graces from him, faith is the pipe whereby grace is conveyed from Christ to the soul, Fourthly, Faith does work Obedience, by making a man to rely upon christ, it does look unto an Union with christ, it does make a man to cast himself upon christ for power against his Sins, it does extract vigour from christ against corruption, it does distil and draw down graces from him, faith is the pipe whereby grace is conveyed from christ to the soul, ord, n1 vdz vvi n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pn31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vdz vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pn31 vdz vvi cc vvi a-acp n2 p-acp pno31, n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7849 and faith opens the passages of this pipe that it may descend down to the heart from the Lord Jesus Christ; and faith Opens the passages of this pipe that it may descend down to the heart from the Lord jesus christ; cc n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d n1 cst pn31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7850 faith is a marvelous excellent thing, it doth extract efficacy, and validity, and power, from the life and death of the Lord Jesus Christ, faith is a marvelous excellent thing, it does extract efficacy, and validity, and power, from the life and death of the Lord jesus christ, n1 vbz dt j j n1, pn31 vdz vvi n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7851 for the crucifying of the flesh, for the mortifying of the deeds of the body; and thus, it changeth the heart, and brings willingnesse to every duty by doing thus. for the crucifying of the Flesh, for the mortifying of the Deeds of the body; and thus, it changes the heart, and brings willingness to every duty by doing thus. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; cc av, pn31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp vdg av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7852 I say, faith goeth to Christ, and casts it self upon him for all things it wants, I say, faith Goes to christ, and Cast it self upon him for all things it Wants, pns11 vvb, n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 pn31 vvz, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7853 for the performance of all good courses and wayes; for the performance of all good courses and ways; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7854 Thus David got power against his carnal •eare, when he was afraid of Saul on one side, Thus David god power against his carnal •eare, when he was afraid of Saul on one side, av np1 vvn n1 p-acp po31 j n1, c-crq pns31 vbds j pp-f np1 p-acp crd n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7855 and the Philistins on the other side; and the philistines on the other side; cc dt njp2 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7856 how doth he fence himself against this, Psalme 56. 4. I put my trust in God, how does he fence himself against this, Psalm 56. 4. I put my trust in God, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi px31 p-acp d, n1 crd crd pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7857 and therefore need not feare what man can do unto me; and so faith was able to root out his feares; and Therefore need not Fear what man can do unto me; and so faith was able to root out his fears; cc av vvb xx vvi r-crq n1 vmb vdi p-acp pno11; cc av n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi av po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7858 So it was with the remnant of Israel, Zeph. 3. 13. They shall do no iniquity; So it was with the remnant of Israel, Zephaniah 3. 13. They shall do no iniquity; av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns32 vmb vdi dx n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7859 you will say, how can that be? Can flesh and blood do that? As long as a man is flesh and blood he will be doing some iniquity or other; you will say, how can that be? Can Flesh and blood do that? As long as a man is Flesh and blood he will be doing Some iniquity or other; pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vmb d vbi? vmb n1 cc n1 vdb d? p-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz n1 cc n1 pns31 vmb vbi vdg d n1 cc n-jn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7860 how shall a man be able to do no iniquity, and let no iniquity have dominion over him? it goeth before in the twelfe verse, They trust in God, They trust in God, how shall a man be able to do no iniquity, and let no iniquity have dominion over him? it Goes before in the twelfe verse, They trust in God, They trust in God, q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi j pc-acp vdi dx n1, cc vvb dx n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno31? pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt crd n1, pns32 vvb p-acp np1, pns32 vvb p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7861 and so shall 〈 ◊ 〉 iniquity; and so shall 〈 ◊ 〉 iniquity; cc av vmb 〈 sy 〉 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7862 When a man doth trust in God, and hath faith to relie upon him, a•d distill down power and strength from Christ, this will help him to do no iniquity, When a man does trust in God, and hath faith to rely upon him, a•d distil down power and strength from christ, this will help him to do no iniquity, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp np1, cc vhz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vdd vvi a-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, d vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi dx n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7863 and help him to oppose himself against all his corruptions, and fight against the strength of all his lusts, and help him to oppose himself against all his corruptions, and fight against the strength of all his Lustiest, cc vvb pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d po31 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7864 as the Apostle saith, Rom. 3. 13. let us therefore cast off the workes of darknesse. as the Apostle Says, Rom. 3. 13. let us Therefore cast off the works of darkness. c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb pno12 av vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7865 You will say this is very strange, are we able to do this? can we tame our own hearts, You will say this is very strange, Are we able to do this? can we tame our own hearts, pn22 vmb vvi d vbz av j, vbr pns12 j pc-acp vdi d? vmb pns12 vvi po12 d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7866 or change our own minds? are we able to purge out these corruptions? is this possible? how shall a man do this? Why? put on the Lord Jesus Christ, (in the next words) go to him by a true and lively faith, or change our own minds? Are we able to purge out these corruptions? is this possible? how shall a man do this? Why? put on the Lord jesus christ, (in the next words) go to him by a true and lively faith, cc vvi po12 d n2? vbr pns12 j pc-acp vvi av d n2? vbz d j? q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb d? q-crq? vvd p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (p-acp dt ord n1) vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j cc j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7867 and then you may be strong in Christ, and able to do every good Duty, and subdue every sinne, receiving strength from Christ; and then you may be strong in christ, and able to do every good Duty, and subdue every sin, receiving strength from christ; cc cs pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp np1, cc j pc-acp vdi d j n1, cc vvi d n1, vvg n1 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7868 when a man is to go through thornes and briars, a man is not able to go through; when a man is to go through thorns and briers, a man is not able to go through; c-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 90
7869 but if he put on his Bootes and his Gloves, &c. he may; so when a man goes on in his owne wayes he cannot avoide sinne, pride, but if he put on his Boots and his Gloves, etc. he may; so when a man Goes on in his own ways he cannot avoid sin, pride, cc-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp po31 vvz cc po31 n2, av pns31 vmb; av c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 d n2 pns31 vmbx vvi n1, n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 91
7870 and covetousnesse, and vanity, how shall he avoide these things? 'tis true, he cannot avoide them if he go naked, and covetousness, and vanity, how shall he avoid these things? it's true, he cannot avoid them if he go naked, cc n1, cc n1, q-crq vmb pns31 vvi d n2? pn31|vbz j, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 cs pns31 vvb j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 91
7871 but if he put on Christ he may; it is a similitude taken from a garment, and that in two respects. but if he put on christ he may; it is a similitude taken from a garment, and that in two respects. cc-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp np1 pns31 vmb; pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc cst p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 651 Page 91
7872 First, it must be fitted, and then it must be put on; First, it must be fitted, and then it must be put on; ord, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7873 so Christ first takes measure of all the infirmities, and frailties of his people, and communicates to them a sutable grace; so christ First Takes measure of all the infirmities, and frailties of his people, and communicates to them a suitable grace; av np1 ord vvz n1 pp-f d dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc n2 p-acp pno32 dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7874 are they troubled with afflictions, then he measures out patience to beare them? are they persecuted, Are they troubled with afflictions, then he measures out patience to bear them? Are they persecuted, vbr pns32 vvn p-acp n2, cs pns31 vvz av n1 pc-acp vvi pno32? vbr pns32 vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7875 then he makes them able to stand for his Name? are they to pray, to deny themselves, to sight against Satan, he measures them out a sutable proportion of his grace and Spirit to him? and now when a man hath his Gloves, then he makes them able to stand for his Name? Are they to pray, to deny themselves, to sighed against Satan, he measures them out a suitable proportion of his grace and Spirit to him? and now when a man hath his Gloves, cs pns31 vvz pno32 j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1? vbr pns32 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi px32, p-acp n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pno32 av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31? cc av c-crq dt n1 vhz po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7876 and all provision on, he may go about hedging, or ditching, or any businesse; and all provision on, he may go about hedging, or ditching, or any business; cc d n1 a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7877 so when a man hath put on Christ, and is armed with grace and strength from him, what is it but a man may do? In that very moment wherein a man casts himself upon God in Christ, so when a man hath put on christ, and is armed with grace and strength from him, what is it but a man may do? In that very moment wherein a man Cast himself upon God in christ, av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp np1, cc vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 vmb vdi? p-acp cst j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7878 and doth lay hold upon Christ by a true and lively faith, this grace is made over to him the same moment, may be the grace of victory he must stay for a while, and does lay hold upon christ by a true and lively faith, this grace is made over to him the same moment, may be the grace of victory he must stay for a while, cc vdz vvi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, d n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 dt d n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7879 but there comes a grace of sincerity from God that very moment that he believes in Christ, but there comes a grace of sincerity from God that very moment that he believes in christ, cc-acp pc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cst j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7880 though may be there comes not that power from Christ he would have, yet that power, that he shall be sincere, though may be there comes not that power from christ he would have, yet that power, that he shall be sincere, cs vmb vbi a-acp vvz xx d n1 p-acp np1 pns31 vmd vhi, av d n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7881 and will never let corruption make him a slave; and will never let corruption make him a slave; cc vmb av-x vvi n1 vvi pno31 dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7882 he shall never walk after the flesh, never be stubborne and worldly, never do as the wicked do, never depart from God as unbelievers use to do; he shall never walk After the Flesh, never be stubborn and worldly, never do as the wicked doe, never depart from God as unbelievers use to do; pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, av-x vbi j cc j, av-x vdb p-acp dt j n1, av-x vvb p-acp np1 p-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7883 he shall depend upon God, and waite upon him, and adhere and cleave unto him, and continue a faithfull Souldier to Christ, fighting against sinne and corruption to the death; he shall depend upon God, and wait upon him, and adhere and cleave unto him, and continue a faithful Soldier to christ, fighting against sin and corruption to the death; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1, vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7884 a man shall have power from Christ to do this, if he have a true and a lively faith, By faith, •aith the text, Hebrewes 11. 5 En•ch walked with God; a man shall have power from christ to do this, if he have a true and a lively faith, By faith, •aith the text, Hebrews 11. 5 En•ch walked with God; dt n1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi d, cs pns31 vhb dt j cc dt j n1, p-acp n1, n1 dt n1, njpg2 crd crd np1 vvd p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7885 how is it possible? could he walk with God? what a strange kinde of life is this? How averse is the heart of man from it? People cannot abide such strictnesse to have commerce, how is it possible? could he walk with God? what a strange kind of life is this? How averse is the heart of man from it? People cannot abide such strictness to have commerce, c-crq vbz pn31 j? vmd pns31 vvi p-acp np1? q-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz d? q-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31? n1 vmbx vvi d n1 pc-acp vhi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7886 and society, and communion with God, to keep close to God, and not go away from him, and society, and communion with God, to keep close to God, and not go away from him, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc xx vvi av p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7887 how could he do this? Why? By faith he walketh with God: So Abraham, God bade him leave his Countrey and all he had; how could he do this? Why? By faith he walks with God: So Abraham, God bade him leave his Country and all he had; q-crq vmd pns31 vdi d? q-crq? p-acp n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1: av np1, np1 vvd pno31 vvi po31 n1 cc d pns31 vhd; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7888 you must think a thousand things were objected to him; you must think he had abundance of reasonings to and •ro in his minde; you must think a thousand things were objected to him; you must think he had abundance of reasonings to and •ro in his mind; pn22 vmb vvi dt crd n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31; pn22 vmb vvi pns31 vhd n1 pp-f n2-vvg p-acp cc av p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7889 I am in yeares, unfit for travell, and I shall now travell God knowes whither; I am in Years, unfit for travel, and I shall now travel God knows whither; pns11 vbm p-acp n2, j p-acp n1, cc pns11 vmb av vvi np1 vvz c-crq; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7890 and I am now where I was bred and brought up, and I have hear meanes; and I am now where I was bred and brought up, and I have hear means; cc pns11 vbm av c-crq pns11 vbds vvn cc vvn a-acp, cc pns11 vhb vvi n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7891 and maintenance, and friends, and know how to live; and maintenance, and Friends, and know how to live; cc n1, cc n2, cc vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7892 and for me to go into a strange Countrey where I know no body, and I know not what may become of me; and for me to go into a strange Country where I know no body, and I know not what may become of me; cc p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns11 vvb dx n1, cc pns11 vvb xx r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno11; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7893 and for me to leave certainties for uncertainties, all the world will count me a foole; and for me to leave certainties for uncertainties, all the world will count me a fool; cc p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n2, d dt n1 vmb vvi pno11 dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7894 how did he do this? By faith he obeyed, saith the text, &c. Faith helped him with power to look up unto God, how did he do this? By faith he obeyed, Says the text, etc. Faith helped him with power to look up unto God, q-crq vdd pns31 vdi d? p-acp n1 pns31 vvd, vvz dt n1, av n1 vvd pno31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7895 and cast himselfe upon God, that helped him against all difficulties, that helped him against all the backwardnesse and dulnesse of his nature; and cast himself upon God, that helped him against all difficulties, that helped him against all the backwardness and dulness of his nature; cc vvd px31 p-acp np1, cst vvd pno31 p-acp d n2, cst vvd pno31 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7896 he committed himself to God, and would do it, he packt up himself, never once standing upon the matter, but away he goeth; he committed himself to God, and would do it, he packed up himself, never once standing upon the matter, but away he Goes; pns31 vvn px31 p-acp np1, cc vmd vdi pn31, pns31 vvd a-acp px31, av-x c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 91
7897 By faith he obeyed, &c. So, By faith Abel offered up a more acceptable sacrifice then Cain, Hebrewes 11. 4. How is that possible? Was he not made of the same mettall Cain was? was he not borne out of the same womb, digged out of the same pit? As apt and prone to serve God after an earthly manner as Cain? How was he able to offer up a more acceptable sacrifice? He had no better sheep then Cain. Why? it was done by faith, he had faith in God, he renounced himself, and was divided from himselfe; By faith he obeyed, etc. So, By faith Abel offered up a more acceptable sacrifice then Cain, Hebrews 11. 4. How is that possible? Was he not made of the same mettle Cain was? was he not born out of the same womb, dug out of the same pit? As apt and prove to serve God After an earthly manner as Cain? How was he able to offer up a more acceptable sacrifice? He had no better sheep then Cain. Why? it was done by faith, he had faith in God, he renounced himself, and was divided from himself; p-acp n1 pns31 vvd, av av, p-acp n1 np1 vvd a-acp dt av-dc j n1 av np1, njpg2 crd crd q-crq vbz d j? vbds pns31 xx vvn pp-f dt d n1 np1 vbds? vbds pns31 xx vvn av pp-f dt d n1, vvd av pp-f dt d n1? p-acp j cc j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1? q-crq vbds pns31 j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt av-dc j n1? pns31 vhd dx jc n1 av np1. q-crq? pn31 vbds vdn p-acp n1, pns31 vhd n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd px31, cc vbds vvn p-acp px31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7898 he was united to God by faith, and resolved to hang upon him, and so leaned upon him for every thing he had promised, he was united to God by faith, and resolved to hang upon him, and so leaned upon him for every thing he had promised, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc av vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 pns31 vhd vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7899 and so got acceptance with God. and so god acceptance with God. cc av vvd n1 p-acp np1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7900 So Rahab, by faith entertained the spies, Hebrewes 11. 31. It was a hard piece of service, a marvelous difficult piece of businesse; So Rahab, by faith entertained the spies, Hebrews 11. 31. It was a hard piece of service, a marvelous difficult piece of business; np1 np1, p-acp n1 vvd dt n2, njpg2 crd crd pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt j j n1 pp-f n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7901 you must think she thus reasoned with her selfe, shall I entertaine Traytors? Shall I betray my owne Countrey? The Town will see it, it will come to the Kings eare, you must think she thus reasoned with her self, shall I entertain Traitors? Shall I betray my own Country? The Town will see it, it will come to the Kings ear, pn22 vmb vvi pns31 av vvd p-acp po31 n1, vmb pns11 vvi n2? vmb pns11 vvi po11 d n1? dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7902 and I shall become a Traytor to my Countrey and Prince, and a thousand to one but I shall lose my life if I suffer them to be here; and I shall become a Traitor to my Country and Prince, and a thousand to one but I shall loose my life if I suffer them to be Here; cc pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 cc n1, cc dt crd p-acp crd cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 cs pns11 vvb pno32 pc-acp vbi av; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7903 but how did she overcome this? By faith, by faith she entertained the spies, for all it was so hard, but how did she overcome this? By faith, by faith she entertained the spies, for all it was so hard, cc-acp q-crq vdd pns31 vvi d? p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vvd dt n2, p-acp d pn31 vbds av j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7904 for all death was at the doore, yet by faith she was able to do it; for all death was At the door, yet by faith she was able to do it; c-acp d n1 vbds p-acp dt n1, av p-acp n1 pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7905 What shall we say to Gideon, Baruch, &c. Who by faith subdued Kingdomes, &c. Hebrewes 11. 37? Out of weak they were made strong; What shall we say to gideon, baruch, etc. Who by faith subdued Kingdoms, etc. Hebrews 11. 37? Out of weak they were made strong; q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp np1, np1, av r-crq p-acp n1 vvn n2, av njpg2 crd crd? av pp-f j pns32 vbdr vvn j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7906 How, did they work righteousnesse? They were as weak as others, but saith made them of weak, strong, faith strengthened their wills to that which was good; How, did they work righteousness? They were as weak as Others, but Says made them of weak, strong, faith strengthened their wills to that which was good; c-crq, vdd pns32 vvi n1? pns32 vbdr a-acp j c-acp n2-jn, cc-acp vvz vvn pno32 pp-f j, j, n1 vvn po32 n2 p-acp d r-crq vbds j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7907 faith corroborated their resolutions and purposes towards the pleasing of God; faith corroborated their resolutions and Purposes towards the pleasing of God; n1 vvn po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7908 and resisting corruptions faith made them strongly resolve that they would not be led by their owne wills, they believed in God, and resisting corruptions faith made them strongly resolve that they would not be led by their own wills, they believed in God, cc j-vvg n2 n1 vvd pno32 av-j vvi cst pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp po32 d n2, pns32 vvd p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7909 and so were able to do it. and so were able to do it. cc av vbdr j pc-acp vdi pn31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7910 What shall I say of Moses, Hebrewes 11. 24? This is a wonderful thing, that he should refuse to be called the sonne of Pharoahs daughter; What shall I say of Moses, Hebrews 11. 24? This is a wondered thing, that he should refuse to be called the son of Pharaohs daughter; q-crq vmb pns11 vvi pp-f np1, njpg2 crd crd? d vbz dt j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7911 a meane man born, and yet refuse to be called King Pharoahs Grand-childe! a mean man born, and yet refuse to be called King Pharaohs Grandchild! dt j n1 vvn, cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn n1 npg1 n1! (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7912 who would refuse such excellent hopes of honours and preferments? may be he might be King afterwards? Nay, who would refuse such excellent hope's of honours and preferments? may be he might be King afterwards? Nay, q-crq vmd vvi d j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2? vmb vbi pns31 vmd vbi n1 av? uh-x, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7913 when he was come to yeares to do it; when he was come to Years to do it; c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7914 if he had refused it when he was a childe, before he had come to yeares it had been no such wonder, it might have been attributed to his childishnesse; if he had refused it when he was a child, before he had come to Years it had been no such wonder, it might have been attributed to his childishness; cs pns31 vhd vvn pn31 c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n2 pn31 vhd vbn dx d n1, pn31 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7915 Nay, but he was come to yeares, and was a learned and understanding man; Nay, but he was come to Years, and was a learned and understanding man; uh-x, cc-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, cc vbds dt j cc j-vvg n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7916 what man would have done this? Indeed rare are such persons that are able to renounce themselves in this fashion, what man would have done this? Indeed rare Are such Persons that Are able to renounce themselves in this fashion, r-crq n1 vmd vhi vdn d? np1 j vbr d n2 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7917 but you see what faith can do. but you see what faith can do. cc-acp pn22 vvb r-crq n1 vmb vdi. (7) treatise (DIV2) 652 Page 92
7918 Quest. Thus you see how faith doth work obedience, and now if you would know how faith doth fetch power from Christ to do these things. Quest. Thus you see how faith does work Obedience, and now if you would know how faith does fetch power from christ to do these things. n1. av pn22 vvb c-crq n1 vdz vvi n1, cc av cs pn22 vmd vvi c-crq n1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi d n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 653 Page 92
7919 I answer, it is by two wayes. I answer, it is by two ways. pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz p-acp crd n2. (7) treatise (DIV2) 654 Page 92
7920 First, Faith is an instrument whereby God doth by the acting and placing of it aright upon him, let out that power which is in Christ to a poore soul; First, Faith is an Instrument whereby God does by the acting and placing of it aright upon him, let out that power which is in christ to a poor soul; ord, n1 vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vdz p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31 av p-acp pno31, vvb av d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7921 that that power which is in Christ is to him, and that goodnesse which is in Christ is to him, that he shall have grace for grace, that that power which is in christ is to him, and that Goodness which is in christ is to him, that he shall have grace for grace, cst d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 vbz p-acp pno31, cc d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp np1 vbz p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7922 an answerable grace, for every grace in Christ, Eph•s. 1. 19. The exceeding greatnesse of his power, to us-ward that believe; an answerable grace, for every grace in christ, Eph•s. 1. 19. The exceeding greatness of his power, to usward that believe; dt j n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, n2. crd crd dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 cst vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7923 When we believe the exceeding greatnesse of his power is to us-ward, it is not only a power in God, When we believe the exceeding greatness of his power is to usward, it is not only a power in God, c-crq pns12 vvb dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j dt n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7924 but it is for us, and we may take that power and fetch it from God, but it is for us, and we may take that power and fetch it from God, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vmb vvi d n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7925 and obtaine of him to put it forth. and obtain of him to put it forth. cc vvi pp-f pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31 av. (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7926 You know that Christ hath promised to take away the stony heart, &c. He hath made such promises as these, to pull down strong holds, to overcome Satan and all the enemies of our •oules, to poure out his Spirit upon his people, You know that christ hath promised to take away the stony heart, etc. He hath made such promises as these, to pull down strong holds, to overcome Satan and all the enemies of our •oules, to pour out his Spirit upon his people, pn22 vvb cst np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi av dt j n1, av pns31 vhz vvn d n2 c-acp d, pc-acp vvi a-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi np1 cc d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7927 as water upon the thirsty ground; now as soone as ever faith comes into the soul it goeth to these promises, as water upon the thirsty ground; now as soon as ever faith comes into the soul it Goes to these promises, c-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1; av c-acp av c-acp av n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz p-acp d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 92
7928 and takes hold of them, Lord here is such a promise, Lord make me a new heart, make me obey this Commandment, and Takes hold of them, Lord Here is such a promise, Lord make me a new heart, make me obey this Commandment, cc vvz n1 pp-f pno32, n1 av vbz d dt n1, n1 vvb pno11 dt j n1, vvb pno11 vvb d n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 93
7929 and overcome such a sin, and all the power that is in God, it is to him-ward. and overcome such a since, and all the power that is in God, it is to himward. cc vvi d dt n1, cc d dt n1 cst vbz p-acp np1, pn31 vbz p-acp n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 655 Page 93
7930 Secondly, Faith doth fetch down power from. Heaven in a moral manner, by considering the exceeding greatnesse of the recompence of reward, Secondly, Faith does fetch down power from. Heaven in a moral manner, by considering the exceeding greatness of the recompense of reward, ord, n1 vdz vvi a-acp n1 p-acp. n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7931 as its said of Moses, Hebrewes 1. 25. I say, faith looks unto Christ, looks unto the favour of God, as its said of Moses, Hebrews 1. 25. I say, faith looks unto christ, looks unto the favour of God, c-acp pn31|vbz vvn pp-f np1, njpg2 crd crd pns11 vvb, n1 vvz p-acp np1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7932 unto the forgivenesse of sinnes, and Title to Gods Kingdome, it looks unto eternal life, unto the forgiveness of Sins, and Title to God's Kingdom, it looks unto Eternal life, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pn31 vvz p-acp j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7933 unto those admirable joyes that are at Gods right hand for evermore, which are promised to them that believe; unto those admirable Joys that Are At God's right hand for evermore, which Are promised to them that believe; p-acp d j n2 cst vbr p-acp n2 j-jn n1 p-acp av, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb; (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7934 it seeth these things, and this makes him able to deny any thing, to overcome any thing, to go about any thing; it sees these things, and this makes him able to deny any thing, to overcome any thing, to go about any thing; pn31 vvz d n2, cc d vvz pno31 j pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7935 shall I have Heaven, the favour of God, a Kingdome; shall I have Heaven, the favour of God, a Kingdom; vmb pns11 vhi n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7936 shall I be happy for ever? Shall I have all these things if I will pray and heare the Word? Obey God, shall I be happy for ever? Shall I have all these things if I will pray and hear the Word? Obey God, vmb pns11 vbi j p-acp av? vmb pns11 vhi d d n2 cs pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1? vvb np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7937 and give over vaine company, and joyne to Gods people, and hate all manner of evil, and give over vain company, and join to God's people, and hate all manner of evil, cc vvi p-acp j n1, cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1, cc vvb d n1 pp-f n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7938 if I will labour to crosse my own thoughts and desires and approve my selfe to God in all my wayes, shall I have all these things? this makes him able to do it; if I will labour to cross my own thoughts and Desires and approve my self to God in all my ways, shall I have all these things? this makes him able to do it; cs pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po11 d n2 cc n2 cc vvb po11 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d po11 n2, vmb pns11 vhi d d n2? d vvz pno31 j pc-acp vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7939 he looks to this, and so goeth about it, and when the flesh shall object hardnesse, he looks to this, and so Goes about it, and when the Flesh shall Object hardness, pns31 vvz p-acp d, cc av vvz p-acp pn31, cc c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7940 and difficulty, and opposition, and losse of comfort, and losse of carnal ease and delight; faith goeth and sets these admirable things against them, it sets Heaven; and difficulty, and opposition, and loss of Comfort, and loss of carnal ease and delight; faith Goes and sets these admirable things against them, it sets Heaven; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; n1 vvz cc vvz d j n2 p-acp pno32, pn31 vvz n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7941 and the Kingdome of Heaven, and Christ, and the joyes of Gods right hand against them, and the Kingdom of Heaven, and christ, and the Joys of God's right hand against them, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc np1, cc dt n2 pp-f n2 j-jn n1 p-acp pno32, (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7942 and this makes him do it; and this makes him do it; cc d vvz pno31 vdi pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7943 it sets the will of God against his will, the favour of God against the favour of men, the joyes of Heaven against carnal joyes, eternal happinesse for evermore against the sufferings here for a moment, weighs one in one scale and the other in the other, and so works with them. it sets the will of God against his will, the favour of God against the favour of men, the Joys of Heaven against carnal Joys, Eternal happiness for evermore against the sufferings Here for a moment, weighs one in one scale and the other in the other, and so works with them. pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2, j n1 c-acp av p-acp dt n2 av p-acp dt n1, vvz pi p-acp crd n1 cc dt n-jn p-acp dt n-jn, cc av vvz p-acp pno32. (7) treatise (DIV2) 656 Page 93
7944 Here we may see what little faith there is among people, certainly there is but little faith, Here we may see what little faith there is among people, Certainly there is but little faith, av pns12 vmb vvi r-crq j n1 a-acp vbz p-acp n1, av-j a-acp vbz p-acp j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7945 because if there were much faith, there would be much obedience given to God; we should have admirable Townes, gracious Congregations; Because if there were much faith, there would be much Obedience given to God; we should have admirable Towns, gracious Congregations; c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr d n1, pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 vvn p-acp np1; pns12 vmd vhi j n2, j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7946 we should have never a drunkard, never a prophane person, but all Saints, and holy men, we should have never a drunkard, never a profane person, but all Saints, and holy men, pns12 vmd vhi av-x dt n1, av-x dt j n1, cc-acp d n2, cc j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7947 and women, every one would be thinking of God and his wayes, and heavenly minded; if there were much faith, people would have their lives changed, and their conversations altered; and women, every one would be thinking of God and his ways, and heavenly minded; if there were much faith, people would have their lives changed, and their conversations altered; cc n2, d crd vmd vbi vvg pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, cc j j-vvn; cs pc-acp vbdr d n1, n1 vmd vhi po32 n2 vvn, cc po32 n2 vvn; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7948 as Christ saith, When the Sonne of man comes, shall he finde faith upon the Earth? So may I say, as christ Says, When the Son of man comes, shall he find faith upon the Earth? So may I say, c-acp np1 vvz, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, vmb pns31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1? av vmb pns11 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7949 if the Sonne of man should now come among us, should he find faith among us? He should find it very rare; if the Son of man should now come among us, should he find faith among us? He should find it very rare; cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd av vvi p-acp pno12, vmd pns31 vvi n1 p-acp pno12? pns31 vmd vvi pn31 av j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7950 for this is certain, there are not very many that professe faith; for this is certain, there Are not very many that profess faith; p-acp d vbz j, pc-acp vbr xx av d cst vvb n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7951 drunkards, and the greatest company of prophane persons are such as have not the face of holinesse and faith; drunkards, and the greatest company of profane Persons Are such as have not the face of holiness and faith; n2, cc dt js n1 pp-f j n2 vbr d c-acp vhb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7952 and amongst this little number that professe it, how few are there that have true faith indeed? You see none have true faith but those that are obedient unto God; and among this little number that profess it, how few Are there that have true faith indeed? You see none have true faith but those that Are obedient unto God; cc p-acp d j n1 cst vvb pn31, c-crq d vbr a-acp cst vhb j n1 av? pn22 vvb pix vhb j n1 p-acp d cst vbr j p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7953 true faith doth bend the soul to God, it makes the soul spiritual, and holy, true faith does bend the soul to God, it makes the soul spiritual, and holy, j n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vvz dt n1 j, cc j, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7954 and humble, and cleane another man from that he was before, that he shall be resigned over to God, to live at his dispose; and humble, and clean Another man from that he was before, that he shall be resigned over to God, to live At his dispose; cc j, cc av-j j-jn n1 p-acp cst pns31 vbds a-acp, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7955 this is true faith, therefore faith is hardly to be found upon earth; this is true faith, Therefore faith is hardly to be found upon earth; d vbz j n1, av n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7956 it is a pitiful thing to see how little Gods will is regarded up and down; it is a pitiful thing to see how little God's will is regarded up and down; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq j n2 vmb vbz vvn a-acp cc a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7957 and though God be our Maker, and his hands have formed us, though we professe we are his people whom he hath redeemed, and though God be our Maker, and his hands have formed us, though we profess we Are his people whom he hath redeemed, cc cs np1 vbb po12 n1, cc po31 n2 vhb vvn pno12, cs pns12 vvb pns12 vbr po31 n1 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7958 though we know he hath sent Christ into the world, and the blood of his own Sonne is cried up and down in the streets, though we know he hath sent christ into the world, and the blood of his own Son is cried up and down in the streets, cs pns12 vvb pns31 vhz vvn np1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1 vbz vvn a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7959 and calls upon men to believe, and take hold on it; though we do know these things, yet for all this equity of obedience to God, and calls upon men to believe, and take hold on it; though we do know these things, yet for all this equity of Obedience to God, cc vvz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb vvi p-acp pn31; cs pns12 vdb vvi d n2, av p-acp d d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7960 and notwithstanding the necessity of obedience, how do people sleight the will of God? it is his will we should be fruitful under the meanes, heavenly in holy duties, fervent in calling upon his Name, that we should have the true feare of his Name before our eyes; and notwithstanding the necessity of Obedience, how do people sleight the will of God? it is his will we should be fruitful under the means, heavenly in holy duties, fervent in calling upon his Name, that we should have the true Fear of his Name before our eyes; cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, q-crq vdb n1 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1? pn31 vbz po31 n1 pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n2, j p-acp j n2, j p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst pns12 vmd vhi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7961 it is his will that we should serve him in sincerity all the dayes of our lives, that we should stand for him, and glorifie him before men; it is his will that we should serve him in sincerity all the days of our lives, that we should stand for him, and Glorify him before men; pn31 vbz po31 n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1 d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7962 that we should walk with God and be strangers upon earth, and wean our selves from the world, that we should walk with God and be Strangers upon earth, and wean our selves from the world, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1 cc vbb n2 p-acp n1, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 93
7963 and be taken up with him, more then with any thing in this life, that we should count nothing deare for him, and be taken up with him, more then with any thing in this life, that we should count nothing deer for him, cc vbi vvn p-acp p-acp pno31, av-dc cs p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi pix j-jn p-acp pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7964 and deny our selves in every thing, it is his will for us to do these things, and deny our selves in every thing, it is his will for us to do these things, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz po31 n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7965 but who looks after these things? As if we were possessed with a legion of Devils, we go slighting, but who looks After these things? As if we were possessed with a legion of Devils, we go slighting, cc-acp q-crq vvz p-acp d n2? p-acp cs pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vvb vvg, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7966 and contemning, and breaking all bonds of equity, and necessity of obedience, and Gods will is not obeyed, his worship is not promoted, his name is not feared, few give their minds to do these things; and contemning, and breaking all bonds of equity, and necessity of Obedience, and God's will is not obeyed, his worship is not promoted, his name is not feared, few give their minds to do these things; cc vvg, cc vvg d n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 vmb vbz xx vvn, po31 n1 vbz xx vvn, po31 n1 vbz xx vvn, d vvb po32 n2 pc-acp vdi d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7967 if God had not thrown millions of devils into hell for ••nning against him; if God had not revealed his wrath against sinne and i•quity, and all unrighteousnesse; if God had not thrown millions of Devils into hell for ••nning against him; if God had not revealed his wrath against sin and i•quity, and all unrighteousness; cs np1 vhd xx vvn crd pp-f n2 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg p-acp pno31; cs np1 vhd xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc d n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7968 if God had not showen how jealous he stands upon keeping his Lawes, and observing his Commandments, if God had not shown how jealous he Stands upon keeping his Laws, and observing his commandments, cs np1 vhd xx vvn c-crq j pns31 vvz p-acp vvg po31 n2, cc vvg po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7969 and his holy and heavenly Word; and his holy and heavenly Word; cc po31 j cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7970 if God had not revealed himself unto us, it had been another matter, but he hath revealed these things, if God had not revealed himself unto us, it had been Another matter, but he hath revealed these things, cs np1 vhd xx vvn px31 p-acp pno12, pn31 vhd vbn j-jn n1, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn d n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7971 yet how s••ure are we? He hath made it appear, Rom. 2. 9. Tribulation and anguish shall be upon every soul that doth evil, yet how s••ure Are we? He hath made it appear, Rom. 2. 9. Tribulation and anguish shall be upon every soul that does evil, av c-crq j vbr pns12? pns31 vhz vvn pn31 vvi, np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 cst vdz n-jn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7972 and cursed be the man that obeyeth 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 w•rds of this Covenant, Jer. 11. 63. And he will come in •laming fire to render veng•ance upon all that obey not the truth, 2 Thes. 1. 8. These things are spoken and delivered, and cursed be the man that Obeyeth 〈 ◊ ◊ 〉 w•rds of this Covenant, Jer. 11. 63. And he will come in •laming fire to render veng•ance upon all that obey not the truth, 2 Thebes 1. 8. These things Are spoken and Delivered, cc vvn vbb dt n1 cst vvz 〈 sy sy 〉 n2 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d cst vvb xx dt n1, crd np1 crd crd np1 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7973 and we know these things, and confesse them; yet God is not respected for all this; and we know these things, and confess them; yet God is not respected for all this; cc pns12 vvb d n2, cc vvi pno32; av np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7974 Nay, such is the impudency of men, that they will acknowledge that God ought to be obeyed, Nay, such is the impudence of men, that they will acknowledge that God ought to be obeyed, uh-x, d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi cst np1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7975 and served, and it is good to serve him, and it is a dangerous thing not to serve him, and served, and it is good to serve him, and it is a dangerous thing not to serve him, cc vvn, cc pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi pno31, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7976 and yet for all this they will not do it, as if it were nothing to be damned, and yet for all this they will not do it, as if it were nothing to be damned, cc av p-acp d d pns32 vmb xx vdi pn31, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr pix pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7977 and as if they would try whether they can bear hell; and as if they would try whither they can bear hell; cc c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi cs pns32 vmb vvi n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7978 nay, such is the impudency of mens faces, that notwithstanding they have heard they are unconverted and their hearts are not subject to God, nay, such is the impudence of men's faces, that notwithstanding they have herd they Are unconverted and their hearts Are not Subject to God, uh-x, d vbz dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, cst a-acp pns32 vhb vvn pns32 vbr vvn cc po32 n2 vbr xx j-jn p-acp np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7979 yet they hope they have true faith in God, and their sins are infirmities, whereas you see it cannot be true faith unlesse it make a man to be obedient to God in all his wayes, yet they hope they have true faith in God, and their Sins Are infirmities, whereas you see it cannot be true faith unless it make a man to be obedient to God in all his ways, av pns32 vvb pns32 vhb j n1 p-acp np1, cc po32 n2 vbr n2, cs pn22 vvb pn31 vmbx vbi j n1 cs pn31 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp d po31 n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7980 and binde a man in a perpetual bond to God for ever, never to depart from him. and bind a man in a perpetual bound to God for ever, never to depart from him. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 c-acp av, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (7) treatise (DIV2) 657 Page 94
7981 Thirdly, it may be an Use of examination, to see whether we obey God or no, Thirdly, it may be an Use of examination, to see whither we obey God or not, ord, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cs pns12 vvb np1 cc xx, (7) treatise (DIV2) 658 Page 94
7982 for if our saith be the faith we hope it is, it will make us obedient. for if our Says be the faith we hope it is, it will make us obedient. c-acp cs po12 vvz vbb dt n1 pns12 vvb pn31 vbz, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 j. (7) treatise (DIV2) 658 Page 94
7983 First, then true obedience is a willing, affectionate, hearty obedience, Prov. 3. 1. My son, let thy heart keep my Commandments; First, then true Obedience is a willing, affectionate, hearty Obedience, Curae 3. 1. My son, let thy heart keep my commandments; ord, av j n1 vbz dt j, j, j n1, np1 crd crd po11 n1, vvb po21 n1 vvb po11 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7984 the Lrod will have such obedience as proceeds from the bottome of the heart, not when a 〈 ◊ 〉 heart is dull, and dead, and hangs off; the Lord will have such Obedience as proceeds from the bottom of the heart, not when a 〈 ◊ 〉 heart is dull, and dead, and hangs off; dt n1 vmb vhi d n1 c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx c-crq dt 〈 sy 〉 n1 vbz j, cc j, cc vvz a-acp; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7985 but when the heart pour•s forth it self in his wayes, and performing his gracious pleasures from day to day, this the Lord requires, that it be done with the affection of the heart, but when the heart pour•s forth it self in his ways, and performing his gracious pleasures from day to day, this the Lord requires, that it be done with the affection of the heart, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz av pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg po31 j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, d dt n1 vvz, cst pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7986 as well as the thing be done, in the thing done, & the wicked may go as far; as well as the thing be done, in the thing done, & the wicked may go as Far; c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vbb vdn, p-acp dt n1 vdn, cc dt j vmb vvi c-acp av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7987 nay, further then the sincere, they may multiply duties as well as the other for the things done; nay, further then the sincere, they may multiply duties as well as the other for the things done; uh-x, av-jc cs dt j, pns32 vmb vvi n2 c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n2 vdi; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7988 but here is the thing, a wicked man doth duties hear•lesly, unaffectionately; but Here is the thing, a wicked man does duties hear•lesly, unaffectionately; cc-acp av vbz dt n1, dt j n1 vdz n2 av-j, av-j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7989 but a child of God doth them sincerely, and willingly, and lets out his heart and affections upon them all; but a child of God does them sincerely, and willingly, and lets out his heart and affections upon them all; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz pno32 av-j, cc av-j, cc vvb|pno12 av po31 n1 cc n2 p-acp pno32 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7990 God lo••s a chearful giver, 2 Cor 9. 10. He loves a giver that gives with all his affections; God lo••s a cheerful giver, 2 Cor 9. 10. He loves a giver that gives with all his affections; np1 vbz dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7991 so he loves a chearful comer to Church, that is glad to hear a Sermon, so he loves a cheerful comer to Church, that is glad to hear a Sermon, av pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7992 and his heart leapes to hear the Word of God, and he is affected with it, he loves a chearful praying, one that in prayer poures out his soul before him; and his heart leaps to hear the Word of God, and he is affected with it, he loves a cheerful praying, one that in prayer pours out his soul before him; cc po31 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, pns31 vvz dt j n-vvg, pi cst p-acp n1 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7993 he loves a chearful comer to the Sacrament, that delights to shew forth the Lords death till he comes; he loves a cheerful comer to the Sacrament, that delights to show forth the lords death till he comes; pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz pc-acp vvi av dt n2 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7994 God doth not love a man unlesse •e doth this with all his affections; God does not love a man unless •e does this with all his affections; np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 cs n1 vdz d p-acp d po31 n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7995 as it is said, it is good to be zealous in a good matter, the worship and Commandments of God are good matters; as it is said, it is good to be zealous in a good matter, the worship and commandments of God Are good matters; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7996 now, it is good to be zealous in these matters; now, it is good to be zealous in these matters; av, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7997 nay, to have the creame, and flower, and chief of our affections set upon these things; nay, to have the cream, and flower, and chief of our affections Set upon these things; uh-x, pc-acp vhi dt n1, cc n1, cc j-jn pp-f po12 n2 vvn p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7998 we are acquainted with the wayes, and histories of grace, and we can speak thereof, we Are acquainted with the ways, and histories of grace, and we can speak thereof, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi av, (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
7999 but it doth not sink down into our hearts, it doth not warme us, nor put any heat into our souls, we are not quickened and moved by these things; but it does not sink down into our hearts, it does not warm us, nor put any heat into our Souls, we Are not quickened and moved by these things; cc-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vdz xx vvi pno12, ccx vvd d n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 94
8000 we know Gods attribute, his power, and wisdome, and mercy, and justice, &c. But none sink down into our hearts, they affect us not as they ought to do, where are our affections in prayer? We pray, we know God's attribute, his power, and Wisdom, and mercy, and Justice, etc. But none sink down into our hearts, they affect us not as they ought to do, where Are our affections in prayer? We pray, pns12 vvb ng1 n1, po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, av p-acp pi vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n2, pns32 vvb pno12 xx p-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, q-crq vbr po12 n2 p-acp n1? pns12 vvb, (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8001 and come to Church, and to the Lords Table, but where are our affections in all these things? The Lord cares not for these services, that have not affections to spice them and sweeten them, and beautifie them; and come to Church, and to the lords Table, but where Are our affections in all these things? The Lord Cares not for these services, that have not affections to spice them and sweeten them, and beautify them; cc vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n2 n1, cc-acp q-crq vbr po12 n2 p-acp d d n2? dt n1 vvz xx p-acp d n2, cst vhb xx n2 p-acp n1 pno32 cc vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8002 the Lord loves when a man serves him with all his heart; when the will hangs off, it is base service, and the Lord regards it not; the Lord loves when a man serves him with all his heart; when the will hangs off, it is base service, and the Lord regards it not; dt n1 vvz c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp d po31 n1; c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp, pn31 vbz j n1, cc dt n1 vvz pn31 xx; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8003 as the Lord loves that we that are Ministers should preach with a ready mind•, 1 Pet. 5. 2. That we should preach with gracious affections, as the Lord loves that we that Are Ministers should preach with a ready mind•, 1 Pet. 5. 2. That we should preach with gracious affections, c-acp dt n1 vvz cst pns12 d vbr n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1, vvn np1 crd crd cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp j n2, (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8004 and be affected in the Pulpit, and desire from the bottome of our souls to do good to the people, and yearne over the people; and be affected in the Pulpit, and desire from the bottom of our Souls to do good to the people, and yearn over the people; cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vdi j p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8005 the Lord loves these things when we do them willingly and heartily; so he delights in people when they heare and call upon his Name with affection; the Lord loves these things when we do them willingly and heartily; so he delights in people when they hear and call upon his Name with affection; dt n1 vvz d n2 c-crq pns12 vdb pno32 av-j cc av-j; av pns31 vvz p-acp n1 c-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8006 when we go about Gods Commandments as a Bear to the stake, God abhors it; when we go about God's commandments as a Bear to the stake, God abhors it; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz pn31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8007 may be God commands a man to do such a thing, he doth it, but it is hard saith he; may be God commands a man to do such a thing, he does it, but it is hard Says he; vmb vbi n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vdi d dt n1, pns31 vdz pn31, cc-acp pn31 vbz j vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8008 when money is to be fetched out of his purse for good duties, it is hard saith he; when money is to be fetched out of his purse for good duties, it is hard Says he; c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz j vvz pns31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8009 and when he must go against the wicked, and pull the ill will of the Countrey upon him, may be he doth it, but it is hard; and when he must go against the wicked, and pull the ill will of the Country upon him, may be he does it, but it is hard; cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j, cc vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, vmb vbi pns31 vdz pn31, cc-acp pn31 vbz j; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8010 the Lord distasts this, the Lord loves a chearful giver, and a chearful worker, a chearful Minister, and chearfull people; the Lord distastes this, the Lord loves a cheerful giver, and a cheerful worker, a cheerful Minister, and cheerful people; dt n1 vvz d, dt n1 vvz dt j n1, cc dt j n1, dt j n1, cc j n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8011 now if faith comes into the soul, it will not only work obedience, but chearful obedience, now if faith comes into the soul, it will not only work Obedience, but cheerful Obedience, av cs n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb xx av-j vvi n1, cc-acp j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8012 and from the bottome of the heart. and from the bottom of the heart. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 659 Page 95
8013 Secondly, true obedience makes a man resigne himself to God, it makes a man to be altogether at Gods dispose; Secondly, true Obedience makes a man resign himself to God, it makes a man to be altogether At God's dispose; ord, j n1 vvz dt n1 vvi px31 p-acp np1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi av p-acp ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8014 I am thine, saith David, he looked upon himself as if he were altogether at Gods dispose, I am thine, Says David, he looked upon himself as if he were altogether At God's dispose, pns11 vbm png21, vvz np1, pns31 vvd p-acp px31 p-acp cs pns31 vbdr av p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8015 as if he were his, and not his own; as if he were his, and not his own; c-acp cs pns31 vbdr po31, cc xx po31 d; (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8016 You are not your own, saith the Apostle, you are bought with a pri••, 1 Cor. 2 6. So that is true obedience, You Are not your own, Says the Apostle, you Are bought with a pri••, 1 Cor. 2 6. So that is true Obedience, pn22 vbr xx po22 d, vvz dt n1, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd av cst vbz j n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8017 when a man gives up himself to God; when a man gives up himself to God; c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp px31 p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8018 many will do things that God commands, but they know not how to do them with resignation, to be altogether at Gods dispose; many will do things that God commands, but they know not how to do them with resignation, to be altogether At God's dispose; d vmb vdi n2 cst np1 vvz, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vdi pno32 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi av p-acp ng1 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8019 they love to be called Gods servants, but they will be only retainers; they love to be called God's Servants, but they will be only retainers; pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn npg1 n2, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi j n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8020 as many will get to be servants to some Gentleman, but it is only for their own advantage, to save their purses, to have the Gentlemans countenance, these will not dwell with the Gentleman, as many will get to be Servants to Some Gentleman, but it is only for their own advantage, to save their purses, to have the Gentleman's countenance, these will not dwell with the Gentleman, c-acp d vmb vvi pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j p-acp po32 d n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vhi dt ng1 n1, d vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8021 but in their own houses, and when he hath some great strangers at a Feast, but in their own houses, and when he hath Some great Strangers At a Feast, cc-acp p-acp po32 d n2, cc c-crq pns31 vhz d j n2 p-acp dt n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8022 or when he rides abroad in state, then they will attend upon him, but yet they will live at home, and be their own men; or when he rides abroad in state, then they will attend upon him, but yet they will live At home, and be their own men; cc c-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp n1, cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc-acp av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1-an, cc vbb po32 d n2; (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8023 so most people are but the Lords retainers, this is no obedience at all, it is none of faiths obedience. so most people Are but the lords retainers, this is no Obedience At all, it is none of faiths Obedience. av av-ds n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 n2, d vbz dx n1 p-acp d, pn31 vbz pix pp-f ng1 n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 660 Page 95
8024 Thirdly, true obedience puts forth all a mans strength to God; Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and all thy soul, and all thy strengh; Thirdly, true Obedience puts forth all a men strength to God; Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and all thy soul, and all thy strength; ord, j n1 vvz av d dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1; pns21 vm2 vvb dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, cc d po21 n1, cc d po21 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8025 Praise the Lord O my soul, and all that is within me praise his Holy Name, Psal. 103. True obedience lets forth all that is in a man to Christ, Mat. 4. 20 When Christ called Simon, Praise the Lord Oh my soul, and all that is within me praise his Holy Name, Psalm 103. True Obedience lets forth all that is in a man to christ, Mathew 4. 20 When christ called Simon, vvb dt n1 uh po11 n1, cc d cst vbz p-acp pno11 vvi po31 j n1, np1 crd j n1 vvb|pno12 av d cst vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vvd np1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8026 and Andrew, they flung away their nets and followed him; and Andrew, they flung away their nets and followed him; cc np1, pns32 vvd av po32 n2 cc vvd pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8027 it was all the living they had, and yet they flung away all to follow him; it was all the living they had, and yet they flung away all to follow him; pn31 vbds d dt n-vvg pns32 vhd, cc av pns32 vvd av av-d pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8028 so when he spake to Matthew a Publican, faith came no sooner into his soul but he followed him presently, Mat. 9. 9 Though it was a rich office, he was a Knight by his place, so when he spoke to Matthew a Publican, faith Come no sooner into his soul but he followed him presently, Mathew 9. 9 Though it was a rich office, he was a Knight by his place, av c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 dt n1, n1 vvd dx av-c p-acp po31 n1 cc-acp pns31 vvd pno31 av-j, np1 crd crd cs pn31 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8029 as Cicero speaks, it was worth five hundred pounds a yeare of our money; as Cicero speaks, it was worth five hundred pounds a year of our money; c-acp np1 vvz, pn31 vbds j crd crd n2 dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8030 yet as soone as ever Christ called him, he le•t his place and went after Christ; yet as soon as ever christ called him, he le•t his place and went After christ; av c-acp av c-acp av np1 vvd pno31, pns31 vvd po31 n1 cc vvd p-acp np1; (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8031 so when a man will part with purse and friends, and all he hath, and fling all at Gods foot, so when a man will part with purse and Friends, and all he hath, and fling all At God's foot, av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n2, cc d pns31 vhz, cc vvb d p-acp ng1 n1, (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8032 and give up all to him, this is true obedience; now if we have not this, we have not faithful obedience. and give up all to him, this is true Obedience; now if we have not this, we have not faithful Obedience. cc vvb a-acp d p-acp pno31, d vbz j n1; av cs pns12 vhb xx d, pns12 vhb xx j n1. (7) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 95
8033 THE KILLING POVVER OF THE LAVV. Rom. 7. 9. For I was once alive without the Law, THE KILLING POWER OF THE LAW Rom. 7. 9. For I was once alive without the Law, dt vvg n1 pp-f dt np1 np1 crd crd p-acp pns11 vbds a-acp j p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 1
8034 but when the Commandment came, Sin revived, and I died. IN these words the Apostle shewes Two things; but when the Commandment Come, since revived, and I died. IN these words the Apostle shows Two things; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn, cc pns11 vvd. p-acp d n2 dt n1 vvz crd n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 661 Page 1
8035 First, What a jolly man he thought himself to be whilst he was a Pharisee, before the Lord wrought upon him by the Law: First, What a jolly man he Thought himself to be while he was a Pharisee, before the Lord wrought upon him by the Law: ord, q-crq dt j n1 pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi cs pns31 vbds dt np1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 662 Page 1
8036 Secondly, What a miserable wretched creature he saw himself to be when the Lord took him in hand, Secondly, What a miserable wretched creature he saw himself to be when the Lord took him in hand, ord, r-crq dt j j n1 pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 662 Page 1
8037 and discovered his sins unto him: and discovered his Sins unto him: cc vvd po31 n2 p-acp pno31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 662 Page 1
8038 before the Law came home unto him, and convinced his Conscience, he thought himself to be alive; but when the Commandment came, Sin revived, and he died. before the Law Come home unto him, and convinced his Conscience, he Thought himself to be alive; but when the Commandment Come, since revived, and he died. c-acp dt n1 vvd av-an p-acp pno31, cc vvd po31 n1, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi j; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn, cc pns31 vvd. (8) treatise (DIV2) 662 Page 1
8039 1. In the former we may observe Two things: First, The jolliness of the Apostle, he thought himself to be alive; 1. In the former we may observe Two things: First, The jolliness of the Apostle, he Thought himself to be alive; crd p-acp dt j pns12 vmb vvi crd n2: ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 663 Page 1
8040 I was alive without the Law, I was a Pharisee, and thought my self to be alive; I was alive without the Law, I was a Pharisee, and Thought my self to be alive; pns11 vbds j p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbds dt np1, cc vvd po11 n1 pc-acp vbi j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 664 Page 1
8041 I fasted twice a week, and prayed every day, and made long Prayers each day: when he considered how he walked thus in all the Ordinances of God, he thought, I fasted twice a Week, and prayed every day, and made long Prayers each day: when he considered how he walked thus in all the Ordinances of God, he Thought, pns11 vvd av dt n1, cc vvd d n1, cc vvd av-j n2 d n1: c-crq pns31 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd av p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd, (8) treatise (DIV2) 664 Page 1
8042 if this was not to be alive, he knew not what it was to be alive; if this was not to be alive, he knew not what it was to be alive; cs d vbds xx pc-acp vbi j, pns31 vvd xx r-crq pn31 vbds pc-acp vbi j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 664 Page 1
8043 I was alive once without the Law. I was alive once without the Law. pns11 vbds j a-acp p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 664 Page 1
8044 Secondly, We have here the cause why he had this good conceit of himself, it was because he was without the Law, the law of God had not convinced him, it had not discovered his miserable and wretched estate unto him; Secondly, We have Here the cause why he had this good conceit of himself, it was Because he was without the Law, the law of God had not convinced him, it had not discovered his miserable and wretched estate unto him; ord, pns12 vhb av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhd d j n1 pp-f px31, pn31 vbds c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd xx vvn pno31, pn31 vhd xx vvn po31 j cc j n1 p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 665 Page 1
8045 though he had some understanding in the literal sense of the Law, yet the Law was not yet come home unto him, he was as yet without the Law, though he had Some understanding in the literal sense of the Law, yet the Law was not yet come home unto him, he was as yet without the Law, cs pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vbds xx av vvi av-an p-acp pno31, pns31 vbds a-acp av p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 665 Page 2
8046 and that was the reason of that good conceit he had of himself, he did esteem himself to be alive. and that was the reason of that good conceit he had of himself, he did esteem himself to be alive. cc cst vbds dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 pns31 vhd pp-f px31, pns31 vdd vvi px31 pc-acp vbi j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 665 Page 2
8047 And then again in the latter part; When the Commandment came, Sin revived, but I died. And then again in the latter part; When the Commandment Come, since revived, but I died. cc av av p-acp dt d n1; c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn, cc-acp pns11 vvd. (8) treatise (DIV2) 666 Page 2
8048 There we may also observe Two things. There we may also observe Two things. a-acp pns12 vmb av vvi crd n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 666 Page 2
8049 First, The Law shewed him what a wretched estate and condition he was in, for all his self-conceitednesse, sin revived, and I died: First, The Law showed him what a wretched estate and condition he was in, for all his Self-conceitedness, since revived, and I died: ord, dt n1 vvd pno31 r-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pns31 vbds p-acp, p-acp d po31 n1, n1 vvn, cc pns11 vvd: (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8050 Though I thought before I was alive, yet when the Commandment came, sin 〈 ◊ 〉, and I died: Though I Thought before I was alive, yet when the Commandment Come, since 〈 ◊ 〉, and I died: c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp pns11 vbds j, av c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 〈 sy 〉, cc pns11 vvd: (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8051 I saw I was a dead man, when the Lord took me in hand to deal with me, I saw I was a dead man, when the Lord took me in hand to deal with me, pns11 vvd pns11 vbds dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno11 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11, (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8052 and let me see how my case stood before him. and let me see how my case stood before him. cc vvb pno11 vvi c-crq po11 n1 vvd p-acp pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8053 Howsoever I thought my self to be in a good case before, now I saw I was but a dead man; Howsoever I Thought my self to be in a good case before, now I saw I was but a dead man; c-acp pns11 vvd po11 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 a-acp, av pns11 vvd pns11 vbds p-acp dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8054 I did not see such evil, and such a masse of corruption before; I did not see such evil, and such a mass of corruption before; pns11 vdd xx vvi d n-jn, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8055 but when the Lord discovered my self unto my self, and when I saw the Spiritualnesse of the Law, but when the Lord discovered my self unto my self, and when I saw the Spiritualness of the Law, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc c-crq pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8056 then I saw that sin was alive in me, and I died; then I saw that since was alive in me, and I died; cs pns11 vvd d n1 vbds j p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvd; (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8057 when I saw how I ought to behave my self in my affections, and in my inward man, when I saw how I ought to behave my self in my affections, and in my inward man, c-crq pns11 vvd c-crq pns11 vmd pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp po11 n2, cc p-acp po11 j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8058 then sin revived, and I for my part was a dead man, I was sain to come down from those high conceits, and imaginations I had before. then since revived, and I for my part was a dead man, I was sain to come down from those high conceits, and Imaginations I had before. cs n1 vvd, cc pns11 p-acp po11 n1 vbds dt j n1, pns11 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d j n2, cc n2 pns11 vhd a-acp. (8) treatise (DIV2) 667 Page 2
8059 Secondly, We have here the Cause why he was thus brought down, it was because of the Commandment of God which came home unto him, the Law of God came home unto his Conscience, Secondly, We have Here the Cause why he was thus brought down, it was Because of the Commandment of God which Come home unto him, the Law of God Come home unto his Conscience, ord, pns12 vhb av dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds av vvn a-acp, pn31 vbds c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvd av-an p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av-an p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 668 Page 2
8060 and discovered unto him, how it was with him, and it made him to shake in the apprehensions of his own estate, that he was but a dead man, and discovered unto him, how it was with him, and it made him to shake in the apprehensions of his own estate, that he was but a dead man, cc vvn p-acp pno31, c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp pno31, cc pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, cst pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 668 Page 2
8061 and that he had gone to Hell, and perished everlastingly, if he had continued in that estate and condition. and that he had gone to Hell, and perished everlastingly, if he had continued in that estate and condition. cc cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd av-j, cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 668 Page 2
8062 I intend at this time to treat of the former part, Without the Law I was once alive: I intend At this time to Treat of the former part, Without the Law I was once alive: pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pns11 vbds a-acp j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 669 Page 2
8063 And here Two things must be opened: And Here Two things must be opened: cc av crd n2 vmb vbi vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 669 Page 2
8064 First, what doth the Apostle mean, by without the Law. Secondly, What doth he mean when he saith, I was once alive. First, what does the Apostle mean, by without the Law. Secondly, What does he mean when he Says, I was once alive. ord, q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb, p-acp p-acp dt n1. ord, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi c-crq pns31 vvz, pns11 vbds a-acp j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 669 Page 2
8065 1. For the First, When the Apostle saith, he was without the Law, he doth not mean simply, that he did think himself without the Law, that is, without the binding Authority of the Law, 1. For the First, When the Apostle Says, he was without the Law, he does not mean simply, that he did think himself without the Law, that is, without the binding authority of the Law, crd p-acp dt ord, c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j, cst pns31 vdd vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 670 Page 2
8066 for so no reasonable creature is, yea, indeed no creature at all is without the Law of God, for so no reasonable creature is, yea, indeed no creature At all is without the Law of God, c-acp av dx j n1 vbz, uh, av dx n1 p-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 670 Page 2
8067 for there is a Law of Obedience imposed upon all the Creatures, and the unreasonable Creatures do keep the Law that is imposed upon them by God; for there is a Law of obedience imposed upon all the Creatures, and the unreasonable Creatures do keep the Law that is imposed upon them by God; c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d dt n2, cc dt j n2 vdb vvi dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 670 Page 2
8068 and howsoever reasonable Creatures depart from this Law and break it, yet they are under the binding power of this Law; and howsoever reasonable Creatures depart from this Law and break it, yet they Are under the binding power of this Law; cc c-acp j n2 vvb p-acp d n1 cc vvi pn31, av pns32 vbr p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 670 Page 2
8069 therefore the Apostle doth not thus mean that he was without the Law, therefore we must know, that to be without the Law is taken Four wayes: Therefore the Apostle does not thus mean that he was without the Law, Therefore we must know, that to be without the Law is taken Four ways: av dt n1 vdz xx av j cst pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, av pns12 vmb vvi, cst pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn crd n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 670 Page 2
8070 First, To be without the Law, is meant, to be without the promulgation and publishing of the Law, First, To be without the Law, is meant, to be without the Promulgation and publishing of the Law, ord, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 671 Page 2
8071 and so the Heathen only are said to be without the Law, as we may see, Rom. 2. 12. there the Heathen are said to be without the Law: that is, without the promulgation of the Law, it was published only to the Jewes upon Mount Sinai, and so Paul was not without the Law. and so the Heathen only Are said to be without the Law, as we may see, Rom. 2. 12. there the Heathen Are said to be without the Law: that is, without the Promulgation of the Law, it was published only to the Jews upon Mount Sinai, and so Paul was not without the Law. cc av dt j-jn j vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd zz dt j-jn vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1: cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbds vvn av-j p-acp dt np2 p-acp n1 np1, cc av np1 vbds xx p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 671 Page 2
8072 Secondly, It is taken in regard of the literal knowledge of the Law, and so ignorant people are said to be without the Law of God; Secondly, It is taken in regard of the literal knowledge of the Law, and so ignorant people Are said to be without the Law of God; ord, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av j n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 672 Page 2
8073 they know not the Law of God; they know not the Law of God; pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 672 Page 2
8074 and in this sense Paul was not without the Law, he was trained up in the Law, he was learned in the Law, and in this sense Paul was not without the Law, he was trained up in the Law, he was learned in the Law, cc p-acp d n1 np1 vbds xx p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 672 Page 2
8075 for he was brought up at the feet of Gamaliel, Acts 22. 3. so that he had the logical meaning of the Law, for he was brought up At the feet of Gamaliel, Acts 22. 3. so that he had the logical meaning of the Law, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, n2 crd crd av cst pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 672 Page 2
8076 and was able to speak of the points of Religion, better then a thousand millions of carnal men, he had the literal knowledge of the Law. and was able to speak of the points of Religion, better then a thousand millions of carnal men, he had the literal knowledge of the Law. cc vbds j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, jc cs dt crd crd pp-f j n2, pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 672 Page 2
8077 Thirdly, It is taken in regard of the moral Obedience to the Law, and so wicked men are said to be without the Law, as we may see, 1 Tim. 1. 9. The Law is not given to a Righteous man; Thirdly, It is taken in regard of the moral obedience to the Law, and so wicked men Are said to be without the Law, as we may see, 1 Tim. 1. 9. The Law is not given to a Righteous man; ord, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8078 but to the Lawless and Disobedient; but to the Lawless and Disobedient; cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8079 wicked men are lawless, they live as if there were no Law, Drunkards and Prophane persons, wicked men Are lawless, they live as if there were no Law, Drunkards and Profane Persons, j n2 vbr j, pns32 vvb c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1, n2 cc j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8080 as they are said to live without God in the world, so they are said to live without the Law, as they Are said to live without God in the world, so they Are said to live without the Law, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8081 as if there were no Law to bind them; as if there were no Law to bind them; c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8082 they are people that are not to be held within any compass, they take notice of no command to rule in their hearts, and rectifie their lives; they Are people that Are not to be held within any compass, they take notice of no command to Rule in their hearts, and rectify their lives; pns32 vbr n1 cst vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, pns32 vvb n1 pp-f dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8083 and in this sense Paul was not without the Law neither, for he lived after the most strict and exact Sect of the Pharisees, Phil. 3. 4, 5. If any man think he hath whereof he may trust in the fl•sh, I much more, circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, and in this sense Paul was not without the Law neither, for he lived After the most strict and exact Sect of the Pharisees, Philip 3. 4, 5. If any man think he hath whereof he may trust in the fl•sh, I much more, circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, cc p-acp d n1 np1 vbds xx p-acp dt n1 av-dx, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 crd crd, crd cs d n1 vvi pns31 vhz c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 av-d dc, vvn dt ord n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8084 an Hebrew of the Hebrews, as touching the Law a Pharisee; an Hebrew of the Hebrews, as touching the Law a Pharisee; dt njp pp-f dt njp2, c-acp vvg dt n1 dt np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8085 He was one that fasted and curbed himself, yea, he kept two Fasts a week, (as those Pharisees did, that were of the better rank) he Prayed daily, He was one that fasted and curbed himself, yea, he kept two Fasts a Week, (as those Pharisees did, that were of the better rank) he Prayed daily, pns31 vbds pi cst vvd cc vvd px31, uh, pns31 vvd crd n2 dt n1, (c-acp d np1 vdd, cst vbdr pp-f dt jc n1) pns31 vvd av-j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8086 and performed the duties of Religion, and there was no outward Ordinance of the Law which he performed not; and performed the duties of Religion, and there was no outward Ordinance of the Law which he performed not; cc vvd dt n2 pp-f n1, cc a-acp vbds dx j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd xx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8087 he was one that was conformable to the letter of the Law, according as he understood the Law, he was Morally Obedient to the Law; he was one that was conformable to the Letter of the Law, according as he understood the Law, he was Morally Obedient to the Law; pns31 vbds pi cst vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1, pns31 vbds av-j j p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8088 he was no extortioner, nor unjust person; no, he did the works of the Law, and those things contained in the Law; he was no extortioner, nor unjust person; no, he did the works of the Law, and those things contained in the Law; pns31 vbds dx n1, ccx j n1; uh-dx, pns31 vdd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8089 nay, there was no body that could challenge him with any blame; nay, there was no body that could challenge him with any blame; uh-x, pc-acp vbds dx n1 cst vmd vvi pno31 p-acp d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8090 none that were familiar with him, could say any thing to tax him withal, when he was in his ignorance, and blindness; none that were familiar with him, could say any thing to Tax him withal, when he was in his ignorance, and blindness; pi cst vbdr j-jn p-acp pno31, vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 av, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp po31 n1, cc n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8091 therefore in this sense he was not without the Law. Therefore in this sense he was not without the Law. av p-acp d n1 pns31 vbds xx p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 673 Page 3
8092 Fourthly, Therefore in the Fourth place, we are said to be without the Law in regard of the spiritual sense of the Law, Fourthly, Therefore in the Fourth place, we Are said to be without the Law in regard of the spiritual sense of the Law, ord, av p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 674 Page 3
8093 and so Paul was without the Law; he did not clearly understand the divine and spiritual sense of the law; and so Paul was without the Law; he did not clearly understand the divine and spiritual sense of the law; cc av np1 vbds p-acp dt n1; pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 674 Page 3
8094 he did not see the glory and the beauty of the Law of God, how it did discover all the breaches of Righteousness, he did not see the glory and the beauty of the Law of God, how it did discover all the Breaches of Righteousness, pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31 vdd vvi d dt n2 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 674 Page 3
8095 how it reached to all the inward parts, how contrary the Law of God was to all his nature; how it reached to all the inward parts, how contrary the Law of God was to all his nature; c-crq pn31 vvd p-acp d dt j n2, c-crq j-jn dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp d po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 674 Page 3
8096 thus Paul understood not the spiritual nature of the Law, he had not the spiritual understanding of the Law, thus Paul understood not the spiritual nature of the Law, he had not the spiritual understanding of the Law, av np1 vvd xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhd xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 674 Page 3
8097 and thus he was without the Law. 2. Now for the other words, I was alive once. and thus he was without the Law. 2. Now for the other words, I was alive once. cc av pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1. crd av p-acp dt j-jn n2, pns11 vbds j a-acp. (8) treatise (DIV2) 674 Page 3
8098 1. It is meant here spiritually towards God; 1. It is meant Here spiritually towards God; crd pn31 vbz vvn av av-j p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8099 he doth not mean naturally, for he was alive naturally, both before and after the commandment came; he does not mean naturally, for he was alive naturally, both before and After the Commandment Come; pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j, c-acp pns31 vbds j av-j, av-d p-acp cc a-acp dt n1 vvd; (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8100 but the meaning is, he did not think himself to be such a wretched cursed creature as he was; but the meaning is, he did not think himself to be such a wretched cursed creature as he was; cc-acp dt n1 vbz, pns31 vdd xx vvi px31 pc-acp vbi d dt j j-vvn n1 c-acp pns31 vbds; (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8101 he thought he had the fear of God in him, and true Obedience in him; he Thought he had the Fear of God in him, and true obedience in him; pns31 vvd pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, cc j n1 p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8102 he thought he had a spiritual kind of life, as we may see Rom. 6. 11. Ye are dead (saith the Apostle) to sin, but are alive to God in Jesus Christ. he Thought he had a spiritual kind of life, as we may see Rom. 6. 11. You Are dead (Says the Apostle) to since, but Are alive to God in jesus christ. pns31 vvd pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi np1 crd crd pn22 vbr j (vvz dt n1) p-acp n1, cc-acp vbr j p-acp np1 p-acp np1 np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8103 And, Rom. 7. 13. Give not your members as weapons unto sin, but give your selves unto God, And, Rom. 7. 13. Give not your members as weapons unto since, but give your selves unto God, cc, np1 crd crd vvb xx po22 n2 c-acp n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb po22 n2 p-acp np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8104 as those that are alive from the dead, i. e. As those that have the pure and spiritual life of grace in them: as those that Are alive from the dead, i. e. As those that have the pure and spiritual life of grace in them: c-acp d cst vbr j p-acp dt j, sy. sy. p-acp d cst vhb dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32: (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8105 So Luke 15. 24. This my son was dead, and is alive again; that is, spiritually alive again; So Lycia 15. 24. This my son was dead, and is alive again; that is, spiritually alive again; av av crd crd np1 po11 n1 vbds j, cc vbz j av; cst vbz, av-j j av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8106 he was a dead creature, he was departed from his Father, which is the fountain of life; he was a dead creature, he was departed from his Father, which is the fountain of life; pns31 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8107 he was dead in sins and trespasses, he was a dead man, but now he is alive again, he hath spiritual life again. he was dead in Sins and Trespasses, he was a dead man, but now he is alive again, he hath spiritual life again. pns31 vbds j p-acp n2 cc n2, pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc-acp av pns31 vbz j av, pns31 vhz j n1 av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 676 Page 3
8108 2. To be alive is taken to be conceitedly so, alive in his own conceit, he hath no true life in him, 2. To be alive is taken to be conceitedly so, alive in his own conceit, he hath no true life in him, crd pc-acp vbi j vbz vvn pc-acp vbi av-j av, j p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vhz dx j n1 p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8109 yet he doth imagine that he hath life in him, he thinks he hath life, yet he does imagine that he hath life in him, he thinks he hath life, av pns31 vdz vvi cst pns31 vhz n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz pns31 vhz n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8110 and is dead, Rev. 3. 1. I know thy works, thou hast a name thou livest, but thou art dead: and is dead, Rev. 3. 1. I know thy works, thou hast a name thou Livest, but thou art dead: cc vbz j, n1 crd crd pns11 vvb po21 n2, pns21 vh2 dt n1 pns21 vv2, cc-acp pns21 vb2r j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8111 Here the Church of Sardis did imagine she was alive, and others conceived so; Here the Church of Sardis did imagine she was alive, and Others conceived so; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi pns31 vbds j, cc n2-jn vvd av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8112 she seemed to be alive, and yet notwithstanding was dead, she had no true life in her: she seemed to be alive, and yet notwithstanding was dead, she had no true life in her: pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j, cc av a-acp vbds j, pns31 vhd dx j n1 p-acp pno31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8113 she seemed to be alive, not only in the sight of others, but in her own apprehension; she seemed to be alive, not only in the sighed of Others, but in her own apprehension; pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8114 she seemed to be alive, and yet was dead; now this is the meaning of the words, without the Law I was alive once; she seemed to be alive, and yet was dead; now this is the meaning of the words, without the Law I was alive once; pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi j, cc av vbds j; av d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pns11 vbds j a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8115 that is, I thought my self to be alive; I apprehended my self to be no dead man, no damned man: that is, I Thought my self to be alive; I apprehended my self to be no dead man, no damned man: cst vbz, pns11 vvd po11 n1 pc-acp vbi j; pns11 vvd po11 n1 pc-acp vbi dx j n1, dx j-vvn n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8116 I thought not my self to be under the wrath of God, and one that should perish evermore, I Thought not my self to be under the wrath of God, and one that should perish evermore, pns11 vvd xx po11 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pi cst vmd vvi av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 3
8117 if I continued in that estate wherein I was; if I continued in that estate wherein I was; cs pns11 vvd p-acp d n1 c-crq pns11 vbds; (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 4
8118 I hoped better things of my self, I saw these signs of Grace and Life in me, I hoped better things of my self, I saw these Signs of Grace and Life in me, pns11 vvd av-jc n2 pp-f po11 n1, pns11 vvd d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11, (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 4
8119 and I thought I was alive indeed, till the Commandment came, till the Law of God was pressed upon my Conscience, and shewed me the contrary; and I Thought I was alive indeed, till the Commandment Come, till the Law of God was pressed upon my Conscience, and showed me the contrary; cc pns11 vvd pns11 vbds j av, c-acp dt n1 vvd, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp po11 n1, cc vvd pno11 dt n-jn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 4
8120 I thought my self to be a very live man, and one that had some hope of eternal happiness, I Thought my self to be a very live man, and one that had Some hope of Eternal happiness, pns11 vvd po11 n1 pc-acp vbi dt av j n1, cc pi cst vhd d n1 pp-f j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 4
8121 and one that might enter into glory, I took my self to be alive; Thus we see the meaning of the words. and one that might enter into glory, I took my self to be alive; Thus we see the meaning of the words. cc pi cst vmd vvi p-acp n1, pns11 vvd po11 n1 pc-acp vbi j; av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 677 Page 4
8122 Now the Point I intend at this time to insist upon, is the livelinesse of a carnal mans heart, Now the Point I intend At this time to insist upon, is the liveliness of a carnal men heart, av dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j ng1 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8123 before the Law comes home to him, and is pressed to him, and shews him his damnable estate, before the Law comes home to him, and is pressed to him, and shows him his damnable estate, p-acp dt n1 vvz av-an p-acp pno31, cc vbz vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvz pno31 po31 j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8124 and that he is dead in his sins and trespasses, he hath some colour of Righteousness, that he is moral and civil, and that he is dead in his Sins and Trespasses, he hath Some colour of Righteousness, that he is moral and civil, cc cst pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, pns31 vhz d n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vbz j cc j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8125 and orderly, and he hath somthing that is like Grace and Life, he hath some hope towards God, and orderly, and he hath something that is like Grace and Life, he hath Some hope towards God, cc j, cc pns31 vhz pi cst vbz j n1 cc n1, pns31 vhz d n1 p-acp np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8126 and hath some kind of obedience, he seems to be obedient to the commandment of God; and hath Some kind of Obedience, he seems to be obedient to the Commandment of God; cc vhz d n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8127 before he is humbled by the Law of God, he is a live creature. before he is humbled by the Law of God, he is a live creature. c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbz dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8128 Here St. Paul shews it by his own example, Without the Law I was once alive; Here Saint Paul shows it by his own Exampl, Without the Law I was once alive; av n1 np1 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp dt n1 pns11 vbds a-acp j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8129 noting out unto us, how it is with every unhumbled man, with every unmortified man, that is not yet converted to God, he hath many things to say for himself, noting out unto us, how it is with every unhumbled man, with every unmortified man, that is not yet converted to God, he hath many things to say for himself, vvg av p-acp pno12, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp d j-vvn n1, p-acp d vvn n1, cst vbz xx av vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vhz d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8130 but he doth not understand the purenesse of the Law, the Law hath not yet killed him, it hath not yet pulled him flat down before Almighty God: but he does not understand the pureness of the Law, the Law hath not yet killed him, it hath not yet pulled him flat down before Almighty God: cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vhz xx av vvn pno31, pn31 vhz xx av vvn pno31 av-j a-acp p-acp j-jn np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8131 A man that is unhumbled by the Law of God is a live man, he will not be perswaded, that he is a dead, damned creature; A man that is unhumbled by the Law of God is a live man, he will not be persuaded, that he is a dead, damned creature; dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn, cst pns31 vbz dt j, j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8132 he doth apprehend and hope he hath life: he does apprehend and hope he hath life: pns31 vdz vvi cc vvb pns31 vhz n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8133 it is so with men, before their Conversion, they will not believe that they are damned creatures, it is so with men, before their Conversion, they will not believe that they Are damned creatures, pn31 vbz av p-acp n2, p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb xx vvi cst pns32 vbr vvn n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8134 and they think it uncharitablenesse in any to say they are damned creatures, and dead creatures, they will not believe it; and they think it uncharitableness in any to say they Are damned creatures, and dead creatures, they will not believe it; cc pns32 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi pns32 vbr vvn n2, cc j n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8135 so long as the Law is not charged upon their Consciences, so long as they see not how it is with them, they do verily apprehend that they have life in them, their hearts are not killed, their spirits are not dead within them, they are not pulled down in the apprehension of their own cursed estates before Almighty God: so long as the Law is not charged upon their Consciences, so long as they see not how it is with them, they do verily apprehend that they have life in them, their hearts Are not killed, their spirits Are not dead within them, they Are not pulled down in the apprehension of their own cursed estates before Almighty God: av av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp po32 n2, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb xx c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, pns32 vdb av-j vvi cst pns32 vhb n1 p-acp pno32, po32 n2 vbr xx vvn, po32 n2 vbr xx j p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d j-vvn n2 p-acp j-jn np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8136 this is the thing I intend to insist upon. this is the thing I intend to insist upon. d vbz dt n1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp. (8) treatise (DIV2) 678 Page 4
8137 2. For the Proof of the Point, we may see, 1 Tim. 5. 5. there the Apostle speaking of VVidows that lived in pleasure, saith, She that liveth 〈 ◊ 〉 pleasure, is dead while she is alive; 2. For the Proof of the Point, we may see, 1 Tim. 5. 5. there the Apostle speaking of VVidows that lived in pleasure, Says, She that lives 〈 ◊ 〉 pleasure, is dead while she is alive; crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd zz dt n1 vvg pp-f n2 cst vvd p-acp n1, vvz, pns31 cst vvz 〈 sy 〉 np1-n, vbz j cs pns31 vbz j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 679 Page 4
8138 that is, dead in pleasure, dead in sin, dead in the vanity of her own heart, that is, dead in pleasure, dead in since, dead in the vanity of her own heart, cst vbz, j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 679 Page 4
8139 and yet such a VVidow liveth, she liveth not only a natural life, but she is alive in her own conceit in regard of a spiritual life; and yet such a VVidow lives, she lives not only a natural life, but she is alive in her own conceit in regard of a spiritual life; cc av d dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz xx av-j dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 679 Page 4
8140 for if she conceived she were a dead creature, a damned creature, such thoughts would kill the heart of any creature under heaven, it would break the neck of all her pleasure; for if she conceived she were a dead creature, a damned creature, such thoughts would kill the heart of any creature under heaven, it would break the neck of all her pleasure; c-acp cs pns31 vvd pns31 vbdr dt j n1, dt j-vvn n1, d n2 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 679 Page 4
8141 but in that she took her pleasure, it was a plain token that she was not killed. but in that she took her pleasure, it was a plain token that she was not killed. cc-acp p-acp cst pns31 vvd po31 n1, pn31 vbds dt j n1 cst pns31 vbds xx vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 679 Page 4
8142 Now for the Opening of the Point, I will do these Three things: First, I will shew what this liveliness is, and wherein it consists. Now for the Opening of the Point, I will do these Three things: First, I will show what this liveliness is, and wherein it consists. av p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vdi d crd n2: ord, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq d n1 vbz, cc c-crq pn31 vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 680 Page 4
8143 Secondly, I will shew what the Effects of it are. Thirdly, The Uses. First I will shew what this livelinesse is, and it consists in these Three things; Secondly, I will show what the Effects of it Are. Thirdly, The Uses. First I will show what this liveliness is, and it consists in these Three things; ord, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr. ord, dt n2. ord pns11 vmb vvi r-crq d n1 vbz, cc pn31 vvz p-acp d crd n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 682 Page 4
8144 I could branch them into Four, but I will reduce them into Three Heads. 1. First, It consists in the non-appearance of a mans dead, and damned estate: I could branch them into Four, but I will reduce them into Three Heads. 1. First, It consists in the non-appearance of a men dead, and damned estate: pns11 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp crd, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp crd n2. crd ord, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j, cc j-vvn n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 684 Page 4
8145 So long as a mans dead and damned estate doth not appear unto him, so long a man thinks he is alive, So long as a men dead and damned estate does not appear unto him, so long a man thinks he is alive, av av-j c-acp dt ng1 j cc j-vvn n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno31, av av-j dt n1 vvz pns31 vbz j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 4
8146 and that he is not a dead man, he is not a man that hath the sentence of condemnation lying upon him, and that he is not a dead man, he is not a man that hath the sentence of condemnation lying upon him, cc cst pns31 vbz xx dt j n1, pns31 vbz xx dt n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 4
8147 so long as the Law hath not come, and shewed a man his wretched estate, so long as the Law hath not come, and showed a man his wretched estate, av av-j c-acp dt n1 vhz xx vvn, cc vvd dt n1 po31 j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 4
8148 and made his damnable estate appear in its ovvn colours unto him, vvhy he is alive man, he conceives himself to be alive because the Lavv of God hath not convinced him of the contrary: and made his damnable estate appear in its own colours unto him, why he is alive man, he conceives himself to be alive Because the Law of God hath not convinced him of the contrary: cc vvd po31 j n1 vvi p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vbz j n1, pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx vvn pno31 pp-f dt n-jn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8149 if the Law of God doth seise upon a mans heart, and in its own colours appear to a mans eyes, if the Law of God does seize upon a men heart, and in its own colours appear to a men eyes, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp po31 d n2 vvi p-acp dt ng1 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8150 and hold it self as a glasse to a mans understanding, and shew him his wretchednesse, and hold it self as a glass to a men understanding, and show him his wretchedness, cc vvb pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvi pno31 po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8151 and what a cursed estate he is in before God, this will kill his very heart, and what a cursed estate he is in before God, this will kill his very heart, cc q-crq dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vbz p-acp p-acp np1, d vmb vvi po31 j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8152 and break the livelinesse that is in him, and make him burst out into out-cries, Oh! I am a dead man, I am a damned man; and break the liveliness that is in him, and make him burst out into Outcries, Oh! I am a dead man, I am a damned man; cc vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 vvd av p-acp n2, uh pns11 vbm dt j n1, pns11 vbm dt j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8153 so that the livelinesse that is here spoken of, consists in the non-appearance of a mans dead and damnable estate: so that the liveliness that is Here spoken of, consists in the non-appearance of a men dead and damnable estate: av cst dt n1 cst vbz av vvn pp-f, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j cc j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8154 As for example, an Adulterer, his damdable estate doth not appear to him, he knows not that he is a dead man, as Prov. 9. 18. He knows not that the dead are there, As for Exampl, an Adulterer, his damdable estate does not appear to him, he knows not that he is a dead man, as Curae 9. 18. He knows not that the dead Are there, c-acp p-acp n1, dt n1, po31 j n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz xx cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, c-acp np1 crd crd pns31 vvz xx d dt j vbr a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8155 and that her guests are in the depth of hell: and that her guests Are in the depth of hell: cc cst po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8156 When he goes to lie with his Whore, and commit his wickednesse, he doth not think that they are dead and damned men that are there, When he Goes to lie with his Whore, and commit his wickedness, he does not think that they Are dead and damned men that Are there, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi cst pns32 vbr j cc j-vvn n2 cst vbr a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8157 nor that they are in the pit of Hell. nor that they Are in the pit of Hell. ccx cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8158 Though his Conscience may tell him, that he is wicked, and sinful, and wretched, and that he is half dead; Though his Conscience may tell him, that he is wicked, and sinful, and wretched, and that he is half dead; cs po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31, cst pns31 vbz j, cc j, cc j, cc cst pns31 vbz j-jn j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8159 yet he is not a dead man, he is not absolutely a dead man, he doth not know this: yet he is not a dead man, he is not absolutely a dead man, he does not know this: av pns31 vbz xx dt j n1, pns31 vbz xx av-j dt j n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi d: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8160 It may be he will confesse it, Lord, I am a dead man, Lord, I am a damned man; It may be he will confess it, Lord, I am a dead man, Lord, I am a damned man; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi pn31, n1, pns11 vbm dt j n1, n1, pns11 vbm dt j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8161 it may be he will confesse this in his Prayer, because he hath some light: it may be he will confess this in his Prayer, Because he hath Some Light: pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi d p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz d n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8162 but yet his heart is not taken down, the livelinesse of his heart is not killed. but yet his heart is not taken down, the liveliness of his heart is not killed. cc-acp av po31 n1 vbz xx vvn a-acp, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz xx vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8163 I will prove it to you: I will prove it to you: pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8164 for let another man, a Minister of God, or a child of God, say he is a dead man, a damned man, one that lies under the wrath of God, he will deny it, for let Another man, a Minister of God, or a child of God, say he is a dead man, a damned man, one that lies under the wrath of God, he will deny it, p-acp vvi j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pns31 vbz dt j n1, dt j-vvn n1, pi cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8165 and say he is uncharitable, and judgeth hardly, and why may he not be a live man, and say he is uncharitable, and Judgeth hardly, and why may he not be a live man, cc vvb pns31 vbz j, cc vvz av, cc q-crq vmb pns31 xx vbi dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8166 and a good Christian? he hopes he is, he doth not know that he is a dead man; and a good Christian? he hope's he is, he does not know that he is a dead man; cc dt j njp? pns31 vvz pns31 vbz, pns31 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vbz dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8167 as the wise-man speaks, Prov. 14. 12. There is a way that seemetht right to a man, as the Wiseman speaks, Curae 14. 12. There is a Way that seemetht right to a man, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvn j-jn p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8168 but the issues thereof are death: but the issues thereof Are death: cc-acp dt n2 av vbr n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8169 that is, there is a way that seems to be a way of life, and a man seems to be alive that walks in that way; that is, there is a Way that seems to be a Way of life, and a man seems to be alive that walks in that Way; cst vbz, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j cst vvz p-acp d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8170 but the truth is, it is a way of death, and a man that goeth in that way is a dead man, and a damned man; but the truth is, it is a Way of death, and a man that Goes in that Way is a dead man, and a damned man; cc-acp dt n1 vbz, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d n1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8171 but yet in the mean time, while he walks in that way, it seems to be a way of life unto him; but yet in the mean time, while he walks in that Way, it seems to be a Way of life unto him; cc-acp av p-acp dt j n1, cs pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8172 there is a non-appearance of the deadnesse, and damnednesse of a mans estate and condition that walks in that way, there is a non-appearance of the deadness, and damnednesse of a men estate and condition that walks in that Way, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc n1 cst vvz p-acp d n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8173 and therefore it seems to him to be a right way, and a way of life, and Therefore it seems to him to be a right Way, and a Way of life, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8174 and there is great hope in him that he shall live for evermore; and there is great hope in him that he shall live for evermore; cc pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp pno31 cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8175 and many men do walk in that way, and therefore it seems to him to be a right way, and a way of life; and many men do walk in that Way, and Therefore it seems to him to be a right Way, and a Way of life; cc d n2 vdb vvi p-acp d n1, cc av pn31 vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8176 it seems right to a man, but the end thereof is death: it seems right to a man, but the end thereof is death: pn31 vvz av-jn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 av vbz n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8177 And this is the First thing, wherein this liveliness consists, The non-appearance of a mans dead and damned estate. And this is the First thing, wherein this liveliness consists, The non-appearance of a men dead and damned estate. cc d vbz dt ord n1, c-crq d n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 j cc j-vvn n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 685 Page 5
8178 2. Secondly, It consists in Performance; he is able, as he conceives, to do the duties that God commands; 2. Secondly, It consists in Performance; he is able, as he conceives, to do the duties that God commands; crd ord, pn31 vvz p-acp n1; pns31 vbz j, c-acp pns31 vvz, pc-acp vdi dt n2 cst np1 vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8179 he hath wisdom and ability at home to go about his Affairs; he hath understanding and supply at home; he hath Wisdom and ability At home to go about his Affairs; he hath understanding and supply At home; pns31 vhz n1 cc n1 p-acp n1-an pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; pns31 vhz n1 cc n1 p-acp n1-an; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8180 he hath life, and sufficiency to go about these and these duties and performances; he hath life, and sufficiency to go about these and these duties and performances; pns31 vhz n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d cc d n2 cc n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8181 let the Law tell him, he must be sober, he hath life to avoid the Ale-house, let the Law tell him, he must be Sobrium, he hath life to avoid the Alehouse, vvb dt n1 vvb pno31, pns31 vmb vbi j, pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8182 and if he commit a Drunken Act, he would have you think he hath grace to be sorry for it; and if he commit a Drunken Act, he would have you think he hath grace to be sorry for it; cc cs pns31 vvb dt j n1, pns31 vmd vhi pn22 vvb pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8183 and let a man tell him, he is a dead man, he hath no grace in him, no life in him; and let a man tell him, he is a dead man, he hath no grace in him, no life in him; cc vvb dt n1 vvb pno31, pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31, dx n1 p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8184 he will tell you, he doth thus and thus, he hears Gods Word, and he Prayes to God, he will tell you, he does thus and thus, he hears God's Word, and he Prays to God, pns31 vmb vvi pn22, pns31 vdz av cc av, pns31 vvz npg1 n1, cc pns31 vvz p-acp np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8185 and he Trusts in God, and he Believes in God; and he Trusts in God, and he Believes in God; cc pns31 n2 p-acp np1, cc pns31 vvz p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8186 your telling of him this, doth not kill his heart, he thinks he is alive for all this; your telling of him this, does not kill his heart, he thinks he is alive for all this; po22 j-vvg pp-f pno31 d, vdz xx vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz j p-acp d d; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8187 nay, let the Law of God, come and tell him, He is a dead man for all his doing; nay, let the Law of God, come and tell him, He is a dead man for all his doing; uh-x, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb cc vvi pno31, pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d po31 vdg; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8188 this will not kill him neither, so long as the Lord himself doth not open his eyes, this will not kill him neither, so long as the Lord himself does not open his eyes, d vmb xx vvi pno31 av-dx, av av-j c-acp dt n1 px31 vdz xx vvi po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8189 and clear his eye-sight, and discover his sins, and convince his Conscience; and clear his eyesight, and discover his Sins, and convince his Conscience; cc vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8190 though the Law say he is a dead man, and a damned man, this doth not kill him, he can wait upon God and perform these and these duties. though the Law say he is a dead man, and a damned man, this does not kill him, he can wait upon God and perform these and these duties. cs dt n1 vvb pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1, d vdz xx vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi d cc d n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8191 Then let the Law of God say, He is a dead man for all this, he must deny himself: why so he will; Then let the Law of God say, He is a dead man for all this, he must deny himself: why so he will; av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb, pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d d, pns31 vmb vvi px31: c-crq av pns31 vmb; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8192 I confesse, Lord, I am an unrighteous man, a wretched man, a sinful creature, and all my righteousnesse is as menstruous raggs; I confess, Lord, I am an unrighteous man, a wretched man, a sinful creature, and all my righteousness is as menstruous rags; pns11 vvb, n1, pns11 vbm dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, cc d po11 n1 vbz a-acp j n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 5
8193 and now he thinks all is well, but the Law of God, hath not yet come home unto him, and now he thinks all is well, but the Law of God, hath not yet come home unto him, cc av pns31 vvz d vbz av, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhz xx av vvi av-an p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8194 and shewed him his heavie estate, but he is alive in regard of the performance of the duty, and showed him his heavy estate, but he is alive in regard of the performance of the duty, cc vvd pno31 po31 j n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8195 and thinks verily he hath life at home in him; whereas, if the Law of God did come home and charge his estate upon him, and thinks verily he hath life At home in him; whereas, if the Law of God did come home and charge his estate upon him, cc vvz av-j pns31 vhz n1 p-acp n1-an p-acp pno31; cs, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi av-an cc vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8196 and shew him, what obedience the Law requires, what severity, and truth in the inward parts, it would break a mans heart, and show him, what Obedience the Law requires, what severity, and truth in the inward parts, it would break a men heart, cc vvi pno31, r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, r-crq n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n2, pn31 vmd vvi dt ng1 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8197 and kill him, notwithstanding all performances: and kill him, notwithstanding all performances: cc vvi pno31, c-acp d n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8198 but in the mean time that a mans heart is not killed, and the Law hath not given him his deaths VVound, he thinks he is alive: but in the mean time that a men heart is not killed, and the Law hath not given him his death's Wound, he thinks he is alive: cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 cst dt ng1 n1 vbz xx vvn, cc dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno31 po31 n2 vvb, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8199 Cry aloud, (saith God) lift up thy voice like a Trumpet, sh•w my people their Transgressions, Cry aloud, (Says God) lift up thy voice like a Trumpet, sh•w my people their Transgressions, vvb av, (vvz np1) vvb a-acp po21 n1 av-j dt n1, vvb po11 n1 po32 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8200 and the house of Israel their sins, Isai. 58. 1. there the Lord looks upon the people as dead, wretched sinners, and the house of Israel their Sins, Isaiah 58. 1. there the Lord looks upon the people as dead, wretched Sinners, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 po32 n2, np1 crd crd zz dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 c-acp j, j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8201 and abominable people, but yet notwithstanding they thought they were alive in performances, as we may see, vers. 2. Yet they seek me daily, and abominable people, but yet notwithstanding they Thought they were alive in performances, as we may see, vers. 2. Yet they seek me daily, cc j n1, cc-acp av c-acp pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr j p-acp n2, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, fw-la. crd av pns32 vvb pno11 av-j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8202 and delight to know my wayes, even as a Nation that did righteously, and had not forsaken the Statutes of their God: and delight to know my ways, even as a nation that did righteously, and had not forsaken the Statutes of their God: cc vvb pc-acp vvi po11 n2, av c-acp dt n1 cst vdd av-j, cc vhd xx vvn dt n2 pp-f po32 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8203 they ask of me the Ordinances of Justice, they draw near to me, saying, We have fasted, and thou regardest it n•t. they ask of me the Ordinances of justice, they draw near to me, saying, We have fasted, and thou regardest it n•t. pns32 vvb pp-f pno11 dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp pno11, vvg, pns12 vhb vvd, cc pns21 vvd2 pn31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8204 We see here they take delight in approaching unto God, they take delight in Gods Ordinances, We see Here they take delight in approaching unto God, they take delight in God's Ordinances, pns12 vvb av pns32 vvb n1 p-acp vvg p-acp np1, pns32 vvb n1 p-acp npg1 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8205 and seek God early, they can do thus, and thus, and are alive in all performances; and seek God early, they can do thus, and thus, and Are alive in all performances; cc vvi np1 av-j, pns32 vmb vdi av, cc av, cc vbr j p-acp d n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8206 but that man whose spirit the Law hath pulled down, and the Lord hath convinced him of his infinite inability to perform the Law, he cannot see any liveliness in him, unto any performance. but that man whose Spirit the Law hath pulled down, and the Lord hath convinced him of his infinite inability to perform the Law, he cannot see any liveliness in him, unto any performance. cc-acp cst n1 rg-crq n1 dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 pp-f po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmbx vvi d n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8207 Let any duty come, it kill; his heart: Let any duty come, it kill; his heart: vvb d n1 vvi, pn31 vvz; po31 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8208 I should now hear the VVord of God, but my heart is unprepared, and my ear uncircumcised, and I cannot hear aright. I should now hear the Word of God, but my heart is unprepared, and my ear uncircumcised, and I cannot hear aright. pns11 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp po11 n1 vbz j, cc po11 n1 j, cc pns11 vmbx vvi av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8209 Let an opportunity be offered to Pray, it kills his heart; Let an opportunity be offered to Pray, it kills his heart; vvb dt n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi, pn31 vvz po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8210 I should now call upon the Name of the Lord, but I have such a cursed heart I cannot Pray, I cannot spe•k one right word before God. I should now call upon the Name of the Lord, but I have such a cursed heart I cannot Pray, I cannot spe•k one right word before God. pns11 vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vhb d dt j-vvn n1 pns11 vmbx vvi, pns11 vmbx vvi pi j-jn n1 p-acp np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8211 Let an occasion be offered of holy Conference, it kills his heart; Let an occasion be offered of holy Conference, it kills his heart; vvb dt n1 vbb vvn pp-f j n1, pn31 vvz po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8212 Alas, saith he, I want pure language, my tongue was never touched with a coal from the Altar, my lips have not ability to drop forth favoury speeches, I am not able to speak one syllable aright to Gods glory; Alas, Says he, I want pure language, my tongue was never touched with a coal from the Altar, my lips have not ability to drop forth favour Speeches, I am not able to speak one syllable aright to God's glory; uh, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb j n1, po11 n1 vbds av-x vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, po11 n2 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi av n1 n2, pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi crd n1 av p-acp npg1 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8213 it kills his heart, he sees no life at all in him, unlesse he can have life from without, it kills his heart, he sees no life At all in him, unless he can have life from without, pn31 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8214 and ability from without, he is dead, all is nothing to him, the law hath taken away the livelinesse that was in him: and ability from without, he is dead, all is nothing to him, the law hath taken away the liveliness that was in him: cc n1 p-acp a-acp, pns31 vbz j, d vbz pix p-acp pno31, dt n1 vhz vvn av dt n1 cst vbds p-acp pno31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8215 But he that is not humbled by the Law, he is alive, he hath life in himself, it is nothing with him to Pray, But he that is not humbled by the Law, he is alive, he hath life in himself, it is nothing with him to Pray, cc-acp pns31 cst vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz j, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp px31, pn31 vbz pix p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8216 and go to Church, and hear Gods Word, it is nothing, but thrusting to do the duty; and go to Church, and hear God's Word, it is nothing, but thrusting to do the duty; cc vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi npg1 n1, pn31 vbz pix, cc-acp vvg pc-acp vdi dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8217 he hath life in him to do duties, and wait upon God in his Ordinances, he hath life in him to do duties, and wait upon God in his Ordinances, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi n2, cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8218 but when the Law comes home to him, it plainly lets him see that he hath no life in himself to do any good, he must seek for life and abibility from without, else he is a dead man, he can do nothing in this case: but when the Law comes home to him, it plainly lets him see that he hath no life in himself to do any good, he must seek for life and abibility from without, Else he is a dead man, he can do nothing in this case: cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av-an p-acp pno31, pn31 av-j vvz pno31 vvi cst pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp px31 pc-acp vdi d j, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp a-acp, av pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vmb vdi pix p-acp d n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8219 David in this case cannot look up: David in this case cannot look up: np1 p-acp d n1 vmbx vvi a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8220 Mine iniquities are gone over my head, I cannot lo•k up, Psal. 40. M•ses, he is a man of uncircumcised lips, Mine iniquities Are gone over my head, I cannot lo•k up, Psalm 40. M•ses, he is a man of uncircumcised lips, po11 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmbx vvi a-acp, np1 crd vvz, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8221 and cannot speak unto Ph•raoh; Paul cannot do any thing that is good, In me dwelleth no good thing, Rom. 7. And so for the rest of Gods people, and cannot speak unto Ph•raoh; Paul cannot do any thing that is good, In me dwells no good thing, Rom. 7. And so for the rest of God's people, cc vmbx vvi p-acp np1; np1 vmbx vdi d n1 cst vbz j, p-acp pno11 vvz dx j n1, np1 crd cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8222 when the Law hath killed them and laid them dead, in regard of any performance, they must have life from without, there is no life at home, no grace at home, no understanding at home, they must go out for all: when the Law hath killed them and laid them dead, in regard of any performance, they must have life from without, there is no life At home, no grace At home, no understanding At home, they must go out for all: c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 cc vvd pno32 j, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp a-acp, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1-an, dx n1 p-acp n1-an, dx n1 p-acp n1-an, pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp d: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8223 but a carnal man, he is alive unto all performances. but a carnal man, he is alive unto all performances. cc-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp d n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8224 Many a man is like unsavoury Salt, good for nothing, but to throw upon the dunghil. Many a man is like unsavoury Salt, good for nothing, but to throw upon the dunghill. av-d dt n1 vbz av-j j n1, j p-acp pix, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8225 He never received the Holy Ghost, and yet he will be inducted into a Living, He never received the Holy Ghost, and yet he will be inducted into a Living, pns31 av-x vvd dt j n1, cc av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8226 and take a Pastoral Charge upon him, as if he were able to perform the Duty of a Minister, and take a Pastoral Charge upon him, as if he were able to perform the Duty of a Minister, cc vvb dt n-jn vvb p-acp pno31, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8227 and take the Charge of Souls upon him. So Ananias will be a Husband, and Sapphira a VVife; and take the Charge of Souls upon him. So Ananias will be a Husband, and Sapphira a VVife; cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31. np1 np1 vmb vbi dt n1, cc np1 dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8228 Athalia vvill be a Queen, and Nimred a King; and Abimilech a Judge; they are alive to discharge all these Duties: Athalia will be a Queen, and Nimred a King; and Abimelech a Judge; they Are alive to discharge all these Duties: fw-la vmb vbi dt n1, cc vvn dt n1; cc np1 dt n1; pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi d d n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 6
8229 thus men are alive, the Law of God hath not killed their hearts, and pulled down their spirits; thus men Are alive, the Law of God hath not killed their hearts, and pulled down their spirits; av n2 vbr j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx vvn po32 n2, cc vvd a-acp po32 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 7
8230 it hath not made it appear unto them, what wretched, cursed Creatures they are. This is the Second thing, wherein this Liveliness consists. it hath not made it appear unto them, what wretched, cursed Creatures they Are. This is the Second thing, wherein this Liveliness consists. pn31 vhz xx vvn pn31 vvi p-acp pno32, r-crq j, j-vvn n2 pns32 vbr. d vbz dt ord n1, c-crq d n1 vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 686 Page 7
8231 Thirdly, This Livelinesse consists in a presumptuous hope; he conceives that he is justified before God, and that God will not damn him, but forgive him his sins. Thirdly, This Liveliness consists in a presumptuous hope; he conceives that he is justified before God, and that God will not damn him, but forgive him his Sins. ord, d n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1; pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc cst np1 vmb xx vvi pno31, cc-acp vvb pno31 po31 n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8232 There is nothing can make a mans heart more full of life, than to think that he is righteous before God, There is nothing can make a men heart more full of life, than to think that he is righteous before God, pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi dt ng1 n1 av-dc j pp-f n1, cs pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz j p-acp np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8233 and that God will not impute his sins unto him: there is nothing can make a man more alive, then this. and that God will not impute his Sins unto him: there is nothing can make a man more alive, then this. cc cst np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno31: pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi dt n1 av-dc j, cs d. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8234 If they think they are justified before God, they have then a lively hope, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Blessed be God (saith the Apostle) even the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again, to a lively hope, by the Resurrection of Christ from the Dead. If they think they Are justified before God, they have then a lively hope, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Blessed be God (Says the Apostle) even the Father of the Lord jesus christ, which according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again, to a lively hope, by the Resurrection of christ from the Dead. cs pns32 vvb pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vhb av dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd j-vvn vbb np1 (vvz dt n1) av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, r-crq vvg p-acp po31 j n1, vhz vvn pno12 av, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8235 So these men have a hope, that makes them lively, and full of life; So these men have a hope, that makes them lively, and full of life; av d n2 vhb dt n1, cst vvz pno32 j, cc j pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8236 as a poor man that hath some grounded hope of an Earthly inheritance, it makes the heart lively: Poverty deads the heart; as a poor man that hath Some grounded hope of an Earthly inheritance, it makes the heart lively: Poverty deads the heart; c-acp dt j n1 cst vhz d vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 j: n1 n2-j dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8237 he that hath nothing to maintain himself, and those that belongs unto him, it deads his heart; he that hath nothing to maintain himself, and those that belongs unto him, it deads his heart; pns31 cst vhz pix pc-acp vvi px31, cc d cst vvz p-acp pno31, pn31 n2-j po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8238 but if he hath some hopes of an hundred pound a year, and his hope is grounded, but if he hath Some hope's of an hundred pound a year, and his hope is grounded, cc-acp cs pns31 vhz d n2 pp-f dt crd n1 dt n1, cc po31 n1 vbz vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8239 if he hath sure hope of it, and he makes no doubt of it; it makes his heart full of life: if he hath sure hope of it, and he makes no doubt of it; it makes his heart full of life: cs pns31 vhz j n1 pp-f pn31, cc pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f pn31; pn31 vvz po31 n1 j pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8240 so when a man doth believe that he is in a good case, that he is delivered from death, that he is in the estate of grace, so when a man does believe that he is in a good case, that he is Delivered from death, that he is in the estate of grace, av c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8241 when he hath some probability that God hath justified him from sin; when he hath Some probability that God hath justified him from since; c-crq pns31 vhz d n1 cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8242 this breeds an hope in him of an eternal Inheritance, and this hope, the consideration of it, makes the soul full of life; this breeds an hope in him of an Eternal Inheritance, and this hope, the consideration of it, makes the soul full of life; d vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 pp-f dt j n1, cc d n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvz dt n1 j pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8243 There is nothing can make a man more lively, then a hope that he is justified before God, There is nothing can make a man more lively, then a hope that he is justified before God, pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi dt n1 av-dc j, cs dt n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8244 and that God will not impute his sins unto him. and that God will not impute his Sins unto him. cc cst np1 vmb xx vvi po31 n2 p-acp pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8245 Now when a carnal man conceives he is righteous before God, and that God will forgive him his iniquities, that God will not damn him, Now when a carnal man conceives he is righteous before God, and that God will forgive him his iniquities, that God will not damn him, av c-crq dt j n1 vvz pns31 vbz j p-acp np1, cc cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 po31 n2, cst np1 vmb xx vvi pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8246 nor count him a dead and a damned man; so long as a man doth imagine this, he must needs be a lively man; nor count him a dead and a damned man; so long as a man does imagine this, he must needs be a lively man; ccx vvi pno31 dt j cc dt j-vvn n1; av av-j c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi d, pns31 vmb av vbi dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8247 he is alive in his own apprehension; nay, all the delights in the world, cannot make a man so full of life, as this hope. he is alive in his own apprehension; nay, all the delights in the world, cannot make a man so full of life, as this hope. pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 d n1; uh-x, d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, vmbx vvi dt n1 av j pp-f n1, c-acp d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8248 It is not mens following their pleasure, that makes their hearts so full of life; It is not men's following their pleasure, that makes their hearts so full of life; pn31 vbz xx ng2 vvg po32 n1, cst vvz po32 n2 av j pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8249 as to have hope that the Lord doth not account them dead men, that they are justified men, as to have hope that the Lord does not account them dead men, that they Are justified men, c-acp pc-acp vhi n1 cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi pno32 j n2, cst pns32 vbr vvn n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8250 and righteous men, that they have salvation to shew for, Heaven and eternal happinesse to shew for, that they shall go to heaven. and righteous men, that they have salvation to show for, Heaven and Eternal happiness to show for, that they shall go to heaven. cc j n2, cst pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, n1 cc j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8251 But if now the Law were charged upon a man, if he knew that he were a dead man, a damned man, it would pluck down his spirits, But if now the Law were charged upon a man, if he knew that he were a dead man, a damned man, it would pluck down his spirits, p-acp cs av dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vvd cst pns31 vbdr dt j n1, dt j-vvn n1, pn31 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8252 and make his spirits dead, for all his pleasures. It is the conceit that men are Justified, that makes them so full of life; and make his spirits dead, for all his pleasures. It is the conceit that men Are Justified, that makes them so full of life; cc vvi po31 n2 j, c-acp d po31 n2. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst n2 vbr vvn, cst vvz pno32 av j pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8253 so long as the Law doth not come home to a man, and point him out in his colours, so long as the Law does not come home to a man, and point him out in his colours, av av-j c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi av-an p-acp dt n1, cc vvi pno31 av p-acp po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8254 and make it appear to him, that he lyeth under the wrath of Almighty God, that the Lord doth account him an abominable, wretched Creature, and make it appear to him, that he lies under the wrath of Almighty God, that the Lord does account him an abominable, wretched Creature, cc vvi pn31 vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn np1, cst dt n1 vdz vvi pno31 dt j, j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8255 so long as he doth not apprehend this; so long as he does not apprehend this; av av-j c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi d; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8256 especially if he have any good Gifts, and Parts, and Qualities, and Moral Obedience to the Law; especially if he have any good Gifts, and Parts, and Qualities, and Moral obedience to the Law; av-j cs pns31 vhb d j n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8257 doing good Duties, and a general laying hold upon the Promises, and a hope they belong to him; doing good Duties, and a general laying hold upon the Promises, and a hope they belong to him; vdg j n2, cc dt n1 vvg n1 p-acp dt vvz, cc dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8258 this makes him alive, Phil. 3. 9. Paul when he was a Pharisee, and did Moral Duties, this makes him alive, Philip 3. 9. Paul when he was a Pharisee, and did Moral Duties, d vvz pno31 j, np1 crd crd np1 c-crq pns31 vbds dt np1, cc vdd j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8259 and performed Moral Obedience to the Law of God, he thought he had Righteousnesse of his own; and performed Moral obedience to the Law of God, he Thought he had Righteousness of his own; cc vvd j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd pns31 vhd n1 pp-f po31 d; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8260 he calls it there, his own Righteousnesse, he so apprehended of himself; he calls it there, his own Righteousness, he so apprehended of himself; pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp, po31 d n1, pns31 av vvn pp-f px31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8261 now this is that which makes men alive, when they conceive, that they have some Religion, and some Grace. now this is that which makes men alive, when they conceive, that they have Some Religion, and Some Grace. av d vbz d r-crq vvz n2 j, c-crq pns32 vvb, cst pns32 vhb d n1, cc d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8262 You shall have many men and women that hate the Servants of God, and yet think they are godly men, You shall have many men and women that hate the Servants of God, and yet think they Are godly men, pn22 vmb vhi d n2 cc n2 cst vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av vvb pns32 vbr j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8263 and have Grace and Life in them. and have Grace and Life in them. cc vhb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8264 We may see it, Acts 13. 50. there it is said that the Jews stirred up certain devout and honourable women, We may see it, Acts 13. 50. there it is said that the jews stirred up certain devout and honourable women, pns12 vmb vvi pn31, n2 crd crd a-acp pn31 vbz vvn cst dt np2 vvn p-acp j j cc j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 7
8265 and raised Persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and expelled them out of their Coasts: and raised Persecution against Paul and Barnabas, and expelled them out of their Coasts: cc vvd n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc vvd pno32 av pp-f po32 n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8266 Though they hated Paul and Barnabas, yet they are said to be devout, and honourable women. They imagined they were very Devout, they conceived they were Religious; Though they hated Paul and Barnabas, yet they Are said to be devout, and honourable women. They imagined they were very Devout, they conceived they were Religious; c-acp pns32 vvd np1 cc np1, av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc j n2. pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr av j, pns32 vvd pns32 vbdr j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8267 How many men and women are there, that think they are Righteous, and they will do many Duties, and take many good Courses; How many men and women Are there, that think they Are Righteous, and they will do many Duties, and take many good Courses; c-crq d n2 cc n2 vbr a-acp, cst vvb pns32 vbr j, cc pns32 vmb vdi d n2, cc vvb d j vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8268 in so much, that it would pity a man to think they should go to hell? they will be very Zealous, they will be very Earnest against Drunkennesse, in so much, that it would pity a man to think they should go to hell? they will be very Zealous, they will be very Earnest against drunkenness, p-acp av av-d, cst pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1? pns32 vmb vbi av j, pns32 vmb vbi av j p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8269 and cry out against the abominations of the times; and cry out against the abominations of the times; cc vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8270 they are marvellous Devout and Godly, and yet a man that is Devout and Godly in truth and in deed, they cannot abide him, but hate him. they Are marvellous Devout and Godly, and yet a man that is Devout and Godly in truth and in deed, they cannot abide him, but hate him. pns32 vbr j j cc j, cc av dt n1 cst vbz j cc j p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pno31, cc-acp vvb pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8271 Now if the Law should come home unto them, and discover how indeed it is with them, it would humble their souls, Now if the Law should come home unto them, and discover how indeed it is with them, it would humble their Souls, av cs dt n1 vmd vvi av-an p-acp pno32, cc vvb c-crq av pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, pn31 vmd vvi po32 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8272 and pull down their spirits, and make them dead; and pull down their spirits, and make them dead; cc vvb a-acp po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8273 so that this presumptuous hope, that men are in good terms with God, and that God will be merciful to them, and forgive them their sins; so that this presumptuous hope, that men Are in good terms with God, and that God will be merciful to them, and forgive them their Sins; av cst d j n1, cst n2 vbr p-acp j n2 p-acp np1, cc cst np1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno32, cc vvb pno32 po32 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8274 this makes them to be alive. this makes them to be alive. d vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 687 Page 8
8275 2. We come now to the Second thing, and that is the Effect of this •iveliness, what Effects it works in the heart; 2. We come now to the Second thing, and that is the Effect of this •iveliness, what Effects it works in the heart; crd pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, cc d vbz dt vvb pp-f d n1, r-crq n2 pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 688 Page 8
8276 And the Effects of this Liveliness are Four. And the Effects of this Liveliness Are Four. cc dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr crd. (8) treatise (DIV2) 688 Page 8
8277 1. First, It makes them sound and heart-whole, like a Boyl unlaunced, it is yet sound. 1. First, It makes them found and heart-whole, like a Boyl unlanced, it is yet found. crd ord, pn31 vvz pno32 j cc j, av-j dt np1 vvd, pn31 vbz av j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8278 The true sight of sin, and wrath of God in the soul, is able to break the heart of any man; The true sighed of since, and wrath of God in the soul, is able to break the heart of any man; dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8279 it is able to dead his spirit, and kill all the Livelinesse that is in him, it is able to dead his Spirit, and kill all the Liveliness that is in him, pn31 vbz j p-acp j po31 n1, cc vvi d dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8280 and make him have little life to go on as he doth. But so long as the Law of God is not come home to a man, and make him have little life to go on as he does. But so long as the Law of God is not come home to a man, cc vvi pno31 vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp c-acp pns31 vdz. p-acp av j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx vvn av-an p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8281 though he have no Title to Heaven, though Hell be the Portion of his Cup, yet he is as sound as can be, as heart-whole as may be: though he have no Title to Heaven, though Hell be the Portion of his Cup, yet he is as found as can be, as heart-whole as may be: cs pns31 vhb dx n1 p-acp n1, cs n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av pns31 vbz a-acp j c-acp vmb vbi, c-acp j c-acp vmb vbi: (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8282 Let carnal comfort come, he can take it; Let carnal Comfort come, he can take it; vvb j n1 vvn, pns31 vmb vvi pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8283 let pleasures come, he is able to delight himself therewith, and go on in his course as if he ailed nothing, Prov. 18. 14. the Wise man saith, The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmities, let pleasures come, he is able to delight himself therewith, and go on in his course as if he ailed nothing, Curae 18. 14. the Wise man Says, The Spirit of a man will sustain his infirmities, vvb n2 vvi, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi px31 av, cc vvb a-acp p-acp po31 n1 c-acp cs pns31 vvd pix, np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8284 but a wounded spirit, who can bear? When the Lord comes to wound a mans heart with the sight of his sins, but a wounded Spirit, who can bear? When the Lord comes to wound a men heart with the sighed of his Sins, cc-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vmb vvi? c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8285 and the fearful condition he is in, what a cursed creature he is, having no Mercy, and being out of Christ; and the fearful condition he is in, what a cursed creature he is, having no Mercy, and being out of christ; cc dt j n1 pns31 vbz p-acp, r-crq dt j-vvn n1 pns31 vbz, vhg dx n1, cc vbg av pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8286 having no Pardon, no Grace, no Holinesse, but lyeth under the Curse of God: having no Pardon, no Grace, no Holiness, but lies under the Curse of God: vhg dx n1, dx n1, dx n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8287 If the Law this come home, and wounds his Conscience, he is not able to bear it; If the Law this come home, and wounds his Conscience, he is not able to bear it; cs dt n1 d vvn av-an, cc vvz po31 n1, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8288 this man, let carnal Comforts come, he is not able to take them; it kills the heart. this man, let carnal Comforts come, he is not able to take them; it kills the heart. d n1, vvb j n2 vvb, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pno32; pn31 vvz dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8289 Look as it is with the Stomack, if it can take meat, and digest it, it must needs be alive; Look as it is with the Stomach, if it can take meat, and digest it, it must needs be alive; n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs pn31 vmb vvi n1, cc vvi pn31, pn31 vmb av vbi j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8290 for if the Stomack be dead, it can digest nothing. for if the Stomach be dead, it can digest nothing. c-acp cs dt n1 vbb j, pn31 vmb vvi pix. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8291 So for the Taste, If a mans Palat, and all the instruments of the taste be dead, he takes no delight in any meats: So for the Taste, If a men Palate, and all the Instruments of the taste be dead, he Takes no delight in any Meats: av p-acp dt n1, cs dt ng1 n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb j, pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp d n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8292 So there is a kind of soundness in the Soul, that is the reason why a man can delight in carnal pleasures, in Drinking, So there is a kind of soundness in the Soul, that is the reason why a man can delight in carnal pleasures, in Drinking, av pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8293 and Sporting, and in Profit and Gain. There is a kind of soundness, and •iveliness in the Heart; and Sporting, and in Profit and Gain. There is a kind of soundness, and •iveliness in the Heart; cc vvg, cc p-acp n1 cc n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8294 the heart is not yet broken: the heart is not yet broken: dt n1 vbz xx av vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8295 If the Law come, and take the Hearts life away, this will pull down the Heart, it will make a mans heart even break, it will pull down his spirit: If the Law come, and take the Hearts life away, this will pull down the Heart, it will make a men heart even break, it will pull down his Spirit: cs dt n1 vvb, cc vvb dt ng1 n1 av, d vmb vvi a-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1 av vvi, pn31 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8296 But a man whom the Law hath not yet humbled, and shewed him his damned estate, his heart is yet whole, and sound. But a man whom the Law hath not yet humbled, and showed him his damned estate, his heart is yet Whole, and found. cc-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz xx av vvn, cc vvd pno31 po31 j-vvn n1, po31 n1 vbz av j-jn, cc n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8297 When the Law of God had but a little killed Ahab• heart, you might see it in his very gate, he went softly, he could not tread so confidently upon the ground, When the Law of God had but a little killed Ahab• heart, you might see it in his very gate, he went softly, he could not tread so confidently upon the ground, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd cc-acp dt j vvn np1 n1, pn22 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vvd av-j, pns31 vmd xx vvi av av-j p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8298 as he was wont to do; it tamed his very steps, it is wonderful how his heart was broken; as he was wont to do; it tamed his very steps, it is wondered how his heart was broken; c-acp pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi; pn31 vvd po31 j n2, pn31 vbz j c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8299 it appeared in his very going up and down. When the Law comes home to a man, it is able to kill his heart, it appeared in his very going up and down. When the Law comes home to a man, it is able to kill his heart, pn31 vvd p-acp po31 j vvg a-acp cc a-acp. c-crq dt n1 vvz av-an p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8300 and makes him Soul-sick, and makes him cry out, O the wretchednesse of my heart; and makes him Soul-sick, and makes him cry out, Oh the wretchedness of my heart; cc vvz pno31 j, cc vvz pno31 vvi av, uh dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8301 it makes a man sick at the heart, it lyes like a heavie Plague upon the heart and conscience, it will make a man at deaths door with his sins; it makes a man sick At the heart, it lies like a heavy Plague upon the heart and conscience, it will make a man At death's door with his Sins; pn31 vvz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8302 it will make him say with Paul, When the Commandment came, Sin revived, and I died. it will make him say with Paul, When the Commandment Come, since revived, and I died. pn31 vmb vvi pno31 vvi p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn, cc pns11 vvd. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 8
8303 But another man, though he hath evident demonstration that he is a dead man, yet the Law of God hath not pulled down his heart; But Another man, though he hath evident demonstration that he is a dead man, yet the Law of God hath not pulled down his heart; p-acp j-jn n1, cs pns31 vhz j n1 cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx vvn a-acp po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8304 sicknesse will pull down a mans Stomack: sickness will pull down a men Stomach: n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt ng1 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8305 so when the law of God comes home to a mans conscience, and makes him sick, it makes him yield, and pulls down his stomack. so when the law of God comes home to a men conscience, and makes him sick, it makes him yield, and pulls down his stomach. av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av-an p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvz pno31 j, pn31 vvz pno31 vvi, cc vvz a-acp po31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8306 Many men are crazy, and sickly; and yet they lye not by it, but walk up and down, and go abroad; Many men Are crazy, and sickly; and yet they lie not by it, but walk up and down, and go abroad; av-d n2 vbr j, cc j; cc av pns32 vvb xx p-acp pn31, cc-acp vvb a-acp cc a-acp, cc vvb av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8307 but if they were heart-sick, it would pull them down, and make them lye by it. but if they were heartsick, it would pull them down, and make them lie by it. cc-acp cs pns32 vbdr j, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp, cc vvi pno32 vvi p-acp pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8308 So many a carnal man, may have some qualms of sin, but yet their hearts can go abroad after profits, So many a carnal man, may have Some qualms of since, but yet their hearts can go abroad After profits, av d dt j n1, vmb vhi d n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp av po32 n2 vmb vvi av p-acp n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8309 and pleasures, after vanities, and delights; they can go abroad for all this. and pleasures, After vanities, and delights; they can go abroad for all this. cc n2, c-acp n2, cc n2; pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp d d. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8310 But when the law comes home, it will pull down a mans spirit, and make him heart-sick. But when the law comes home, it will pull down a men Spirit, and make him heartsick. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av-an, pn31 vmb vvi a-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvi pno31 j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8311 This is the meaning of that place, The whole need not a Physician, but the sick Mat. 9. 12. Every carnal man, This is the meaning of that place, The Whole need not a physician, but the sick Mathew 9. 12. Every carnal man, d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, dt j-jn n1 xx dt n1, cc-acp dt j np1 crd crd np1 j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8312 so long as he is not humbled, and broken under the sight of his sins, his heart is yet whole, his spirit is yet sound, he is not yet wounded; so long as he is not humbled, and broken under the sighed of his Sins, his heart is yet Whole, his Spirit is yet found, he is not yet wounded; av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz xx vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, po31 n1 vbz av j-jn, po31 n1 vbz av j, pns31 vbz xx av vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8313 as the Prophet Isaiah speaks, Isa. 1. 6. From the crown of the h•ad, to the sole of the foot, there is nothing, as the Prophet Isaiah speaks, Isaiah 1. 6. From the crown of the h•ad, to the sole of the foot, there is nothing, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbz pix, (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8314 but wounds, and swellings, and sores full of corruption; there is no soundnesse in him: but wounds, and swellings, and sores full of corruption; there is no soundness in him: cc-acp n2, cc n2-vvg, cc n2 j pp-f n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8315 He is indeed full of wounds, but the skin is yet sound, it is not broken, he fells it not; He is indeed full of wounds, but the skin is yet found, it is not broken, he fells it not; pns31 vbz av j pp-f n2, cc-acp dt n1 vbz av j, pn31 vbz xx vvn, pns31 vvz pn31 xx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8316 the law hath not yet discovered his estate unto him. This is the first effect of this livelynesse; the law hath not yet discovered his estate unto him. This is the First Effect of this livelynesse; dt n1 vhz xx av vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno31. d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8317 it makes men to be sound, and heart-whole. it makes men to be found, and heart-whole. pn31 vvz n2 pc-acp vbi j, cc j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 689 Page 9
8318 2. The Second effect of this livelynesse, when a man is alive in the nonappearance of his dead and damned estate; 2. The Second Effect of this livelynesse, when a man is alive in the nonappearance of his dead and damned estate; crd dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8319 alive in performance, alive in presumption, and self-justifying, and self-hopes; The effect of it is, that he is fearlesse; alive in performance, alive in presumption, and Self-justifying, and self-hopes; The Effect of it is, that he is fearless; j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, cc j, cc n2; dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vbz j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8320 the more lively, the more fearlesse. First, the Object must dead the heart, before it can make the heart fear; the more lively, the more fearless. First, the Object must dead the heart, before it can make the heart Fear; dt av-dc j, dt av-dc j. ord, dt n1 vmb j dt n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 vvb; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8321 so long as the heart is s•out, the livelynesse that is in the heart, is able to keep out fear: so long as the heart is s•out, the livelynesse that is in the heart, is able to keep out Fear: av av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi av n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8322 So the livelynesse of a sinner, makes the heart fearlesse and secure. A man would wonder how any creature durst provoke God; So the livelynesse of a sinner, makes the heart fearless and secure. A man would wonder how any creature durst provoke God; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1 j cc j. dt n1 vmd vvi c-crq d n1 vvd vvi np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8323 it is almost beyond the reach of true reason, how any creature should dare to provoke God; it is almost beyond the reach of true reason, how any creature should Dare to provoke God; pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-crq d n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8324 to consider what infinite danger he is in, to have the wrath of the God of heaven and earth to hang over his head, to be under the hand of revenging Justice; to Consider what infinite danger he is in, to have the wrath of the God of heaven and earth to hang over his head, to be under the hand of revenging justice; pc-acp vvi r-crq j n1 pns31 vbz p-acp, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8325 to pull down all the Woes, and Plagues, and Comminations of God upon the Soul; to pull down all the Woes, and Plagues, and Comminations of God upon the Soul; pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8326 that a man should do this, and yet be secure, it would make a man wonder at it. that a man should do this, and yet be secure, it would make a man wonder At it. cst dt n1 vmd vdi d, cc av vbi j, pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8327 But a man that hath this livelynesse, he can provoke God, and yet be secure, But a man that hath this livelynesse, he can provoke God, and yet be secure, p-acp dt n1 cst vhz d n1, pns31 vmb vvi np1, cc av vbi j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8328 as J•b 12. 6. those that provoke God are secure, the reason is, the law of God hath not taken down their hearts, the law of God hath not deaded their spirits; as J•b 12. 6. those that provoke God Are secure, the reason is, the law of God hath not taken down their hearts, the law of God hath not deadened their spirits; c-acp vvb crd crd d d vvb np1 vbr j, dt n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx vvn a-acp po32 n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx vvn po32 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8329 they are alive in presumption, and imagination, and therefore though they provoke God, they are •ecure, and fear nothing. they Are alive in presumption, and imagination, and Therefore though they provoke God, they Are •ecure, and Fear nothing. pns32 vbr j p-acp n1, cc n1, cc av cs pns32 vvb np1, pns32 vbr j, cc vvb pix. (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8330 It is the disquietnesse of a mans heart, that makes him fear; It is the disquietness of a men heart, that makes him Fear; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst vvz pno31 vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8331 therefore so long as a mans mind is quiet, and is not disturbed, he is fearlesse: Therefore so long as a men mind is quiet, and is not disturbed, he is fearless: av av av-j c-acp dt ng1 n1 vbz j-jn, cc vbz xx vvn, pns31 vbz j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8332 So long as the law hath not disquieted a mans mind, nor broken the rest of a mans Soul, So long as the law hath not disquieted a men mind, nor broken the rest of a men Soul, av av-j c-acp dt n1 vhz xx vvn dt ng1 n1, ccx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8333 nor disturbed his conscience, but tells him, go on in quiet; he spends his dayes in security, he fears nothing; nor disturbed his conscience, but tells him, go on in quiet; he spends his days in security, he fears nothing; ccx vvd po31 n1, cc-acp vvz pno31, vvb a-acp p-acp j-jn; pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pix; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8334 whereas, fearfulnesse, and trembling, and horrible dread, would overwhelm him, if the law of God should come and take away his life: whereas, fearfulness, and trembling, and horrible dread, would overwhelm him, if the law of God should come and take away his life: cs, n1, cc j-vvg, cc j n1, vmd vvi pno31, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi cc vvi av po31 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8335 It is fear that deads a mans heart, as we may see, Mat. 28. 4. when the Angel of the Lord roled away the stone from Christs Sepulchre, it is said, For fear of the A•gel, the Keepers trembled, and became as dead men: It is Fear that deads a men heart, as we may see, Mathew 28. 4. when the Angel of the Lord rolled away the stone from Christ Sepulchre, it is said, For Fear of the A•gel, the Keepers trembled, and became as dead men: pn31 vbz n1 d n2-j dt ng1 n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd av dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pn31 vbz vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 vvd, cc vvd p-acp j n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8336 There is the effect of fear; There is the Effect of Fear; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8337 if the law did but open mens eyes, and paint out before them, how it is with them, if the law did but open men's eyes, and paint out before them, how it is with them, cs dt n1 vdd p-acp j ng2 n2, cc vvi av p-acp pno32, c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp pno32, (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8338 how they are liable to Gods wrath, and under the sentence of condemnation: If they were once thus feared, it would make them seem as dead men: how they Are liable to God's wrath, and under the sentence of condemnation: If they were once thus feared, it would make them seem as dead men: c-crq pns32 vbr j p-acp ng1 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: cs pns32 vbdr a-acp av vvn, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi c-acp j n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8339 the Drunkards would be so afraid, that they would become as dead men: the Drunkards would be so afraid, that they would become as dead men: dt n2 vmd vbi av j, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp j n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8340 All wretched men, all ungrounded Christians, all that are not truly alive towards God, it would make them become as dead men; All wretched men, all ungrounded Christians, all that Are not truly alive towards God, it would make them become as dead men; d j n2, d j np1, d cst vbr xx av-j j p-acp np1, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi c-acp j n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8341 and it is the deadnesse of the heart that makes men fear, and such a man cannot be secure. and it is the deadness of the heart that makes men Fear, and such a man cannot be secure. cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz n2 vvi, cc d dt n1 vmbx vbi j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 9
8342 Carelessenesse and fear, are two contraries, as Ezek. 30. 9. In that day shall Messengers go forth from me in Ships, to make the carelesse Ethiopian afraid, Carelessness and Fear, Are two contraries, as Ezekiel 30. 9. In that day shall Messengers go forth from me in Ships, to make the careless Ethiopian afraid, n1 cc n1, vbr crd n2-jn, c-acp np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 vmb n2 vvi av p-acp pno11 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi dt j jp j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 10
8343 and great pain shall come upon them: The Prophet there makes these two contraries; they shall be full of fear, to rouze them out of security: and great pain shall come upon them: The Prophet there makes these two contraries; they shall be full of Fear, to rouse them out of security: cc j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32: dt n1 a-acp vvz d crd n2-jn; pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 10
8344 so the cause why men are carelesse to get Repentance, carelesse to get deliverance from sin, carelesse of their walking with God; so the cause why men Are careless to get Repentance, careless to get deliverance from since, careless of their walking with God; av dt n1 c-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1, j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, j pp-f po32 n-vvg p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 10
8345 the reason is, because of this damnable livelinesse that is in their hearts, they are not yet deaded by the Law. the reason is, Because of this damnable liveliness that is in their hearts, they Are not yet deadened by the Law. dt n1 vbz, c-acp pp-f d j n1 cst vbz p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr xx av vvn p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 690 Page 10
8346 3. Thirdly, Another effect of this livelinesse is this, it makes the heart stiff; 3. Thirdly, another Effect of this liveliness is this, it makes the heart stiff; crd ord, j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 vbz d, pn31 vvz dt n1 j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8347 what a deal of stiffnesse is in the hearts of carnal men? Let God forbid sinne, they are stiff, what a deal of stiffness is in the hearts of carnal men? Let God forbid sin, they Are stiff, q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2? vvb np1 vvi n1, pns32 vbr j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8348 and will still continue in their sins, as the Prophet speaks, the heart of this people is waxed stiff, their hearts are marvellous stiffe; and will still continue in their Sins, as the Prophet speaks, the heart of this people is waxed stiff, their hearts Are marvellous stiff; cc vmb av vvi p-acp po32 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn j, po32 n2 vbr j j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8349 the reason of it is, because the Law of God hath not taken away their livelynesse, it hath not humbled their hearts, and pull'd down their spirits: the reason of it is, Because the Law of God hath not taken away their livelynesse, it hath not humbled their hearts, and pulled down their spirits: dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx vvn av po32 n1, pn31 vhz xx vvn po32 n2, cc vvd a-acp po32 n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8350 whereas if the Law had past upon them, and the consideration of their estate were rooted in their minds, it would make their stoutnesse to yeild, whereas if the Law had passed upon them, and the consideration of their estate were rooted in their minds, it would make their stoutness to yield, cs cs dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno32, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vmd vvi po32 n1 pc-acp vvi, (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8351 and their stiffenesse to come down; infinite is the stiffenesse of a man for want of this work of the law: and their stiffness to come down; infinite is the stiffness of a man for want of this work of the law: cc po32 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp; j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8352 Tell a vain gallant of his locks, how s••••ly will he reason for it? Tell a prophane person of the lewdnesse of his course, Tell a vain gallant of his locks, how s••••ly will he reason for it? Tell a profane person of the Lewdness of his course, vvb dt j j-jn pp-f po31 n2, c-crq av-j vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8353 how stiftly will he argue for it? This is for want of this killing work of the law. how stiftly will he argue for it? This is for want of this killing work of the law. c-crq av-j vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pn31? d vbz p-acp n1 pp-f d j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 691 Page 10
8354 4. Fourthly, The last effect of this livelinesse is this, it makes the heart peark, and brisk; 4. Fourthly, The last Effect of this liveliness is this, it makes the heart park, and brisk; crd ord, dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 vbz d, pn31 vvz dt n1 n1, cc j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8355 what a deal of brisknesse, and pearknesse do we see every day in the hearts of men, what a deal of brisknesse, and pearknesse do we see every day in the hearts of men, q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vdb pns12 vvb d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8356 because their hearts are not taken down? I will give you two or three Instances; Because their hearts Are not taken down? I will give you two or three Instances; c-acp po32 n2 vbr xx vvn a-acp? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8357 If a man have a little knowledge more then others, he is proud, and brisk, and peark; If a man have a little knowledge more then Others, he is proud, and brisk, and park; cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1 av-dc cs n2-jn, pns31 vbz j, cc j, cc n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8358 and he will be some-body, he will be talking, and thinks he hath such a deal of knowledg; and he will be somebody, he will be talking, and thinks he hath such a deal of knowledge; cc pns31 vmb vbi pi, pns31 vmb vbi vvg, cc vvz pns31 vhz d dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8359 what is the reason of this, that he is so peark? It is because the Law hath not made it known unto him, that he knows nothing as he ought to know. 1 Cor. 8. 2. There saith the Apostle, If a man thinks he knows any thing, he knows nothing as he ought to know. what is the reason of this, that he is so park? It is Because the Law hath not made it known unto him, that he knows nothing as he ought to know. 1 Cor. 8. 2. There Says the Apostle, If a man thinks he knows any thing, he knows nothing as he ought to know. q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cst pns31 vbz av n1? pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn31 vvn p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vvz pix p-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi. crd np1 crd crd pc-acp vvz dt n1, cs dt n1 vvz pns31 vvz d n1, pns31 vvz pix p-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8360 If the law of God did shew him he were a beast, and a bruit for all his understanding; If the law of God did show him he were a beast, and a bruit for all his understanding; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi pno31 pns31 vbdr dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8361 if it did discover unto him, his blockishnesse, and blindnesse, and ignorance, that he knows nothing of the Mysteries of Grace and Salvation, this would pull down his pearknesse; if it did discover unto him, his blockishness, and blindness, and ignorance, that he knows nothing of the Mysteres of Grace and Salvation, this would pull down his pearknesse; cs pn31 vdd vvi p-acp pno31, po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cst pns31 vvz pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, d vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8362 take another man, that hath more knowledge, and can speak better a thousand times, if the law hath shewed him his estate, take Another man, that hath more knowledge, and can speak better a thousand times, if the law hath showed him his estate, vvb j-jn n1, cst vhz dc n1, cc vmb vvi av-jc dt crd n2, cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8363 and truly humbled him, all h• brisknesse is taken away, the law hath taught him such a lesson, that he cannot be peark: and truly humbled him, all h• brisknesse is taken away, the law hath taught him such a Lesson, that he cannot be park: cc av-j vvd pno31, d n1 n1 vbz vvn av, dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 d dt n1, cst pns31 vmbx vbi n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8364 Oh! saith he, I know nothing, there is no man more foolish then I, I have not the knowledge of the most High in me; Oh! Says he, I know nothing, there is no man more foolish then I, I have not the knowledge of the most High in me; uh vvz pns31, pns11 vvb pix, pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-dc j cs pns11, pns11 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j p-acp pno11; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8365 though he have never so much knowledge, and gifts, and parts, yet the law hath discovered his estate unto him, though he have never so much knowledge, and Gifts, and parts, yet the law hath discovered his estate unto him, cs pns31 vhb av-x av av-d n1, cc n2, cc n2, av dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8366 and pulled down the pearknesse of his spirit. and pulled down the pearknesse of his Spirit. cc vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8367 Again, another man is ready to carp at every word, every little occasion will make him on the top of the house, his heart is so brisk, that it is up upon every little occasion, Again, Another man is ready to carp At every word, every little occasion will make him on the top of the house, his heart is so brisk, that it is up upon every little occasion, av, j-jn n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, d j n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 vbz av j, cst pn31 vbz a-acp p-acp d j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8368 but when the law comes home unto him, this will pull down all his pearkness; but when the law comes home unto him, this will pull down all his pearkness; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz av-an p-acp pno31, d vmb vvi a-acp d po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8369 alas, he angry at a word speaking? The law hath told him how he hath offended God, alas, he angry At a word speaking? The law hath told him how he hath offended God, uh, pns31 j p-acp dt n1 vvg? dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 c-crq pns31 vhz vvn np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8370 and provoked his Spirit from time to time; he is now cooled from being so peark, to be angry at every word. and provoked his Spirit from time to time; he is now cooled from being so park, to be angry At every word. cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp vbg av n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8371 So take a man that is full of pleasure and voluptuousnesse, and is ready to be vain and foolish, every pleasure puts life into him; So take a man that is full of pleasure and voluptuousness, and is ready to be vain and foolish, every pleasure puts life into him; av vvb dt n1 cst vbz j pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vbz j pc-acp vbi j cc j, d n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8372 but now let the law come, and be charged upon his conscience, and then all his pearknesse is presently down, he is not able to look up, he seeth so many sins discovered by the law, that he is not able to look up: but now let the law come, and be charged upon his conscience, and then all his pearknesse is presently down, he is not able to look up, he sees so many Sins discovered by the law, that he is not able to look up: cc-acp av vvb dt n1 vvb, cc vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc av d po31 n1 vbz av-j a-acp, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp, pns31 vvz av d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8373 Jam. 5. 1. Go to now ye rich men (saith the Apostle) weep and •owl for the misery that shall come upon you. Jam. 5. 1. Go to now you rich men (Says the Apostle) weep and •owl for the misery that shall come upon you. np1 crd crd vvb p-acp av pn22 j n2 (vvz dt n1) vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8374 If the law were charged upon rich men, it would make them weep and howle; If the law were charged upon rich men, it would make them weep and howl; cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 10
8375 rich men are fullest of pleasure and delight, and farthest from weeping and howling, but if the Law were charged upon their consciences, it would make them weep and howle, rich men Are Fullest of pleasure and delight, and farthest from weeping and howling, but if the Law were charged upon their Consciences, it would make them weep and howl, j n2 vbr js pp-f n1 cc n1, cc js p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc-acp cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 vvi cc vvi, (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 11
8376 and have little heart to be so pleasant. and have little heart to be so pleasant. cc vhb j n1 pc-acp vbi av j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 692 Page 11
8377 I come now to the Uses, and the First Ʋse is for Instruction, to shew us the reason, I come now to the Uses, and the First Ʋse is for Instruction, to show us the reason, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n2, cc dt ord n1 vbz p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 693 Page 11
8378 why there are so many men and women among us, that think themselves alive, that are so secure, why there Are so many men and women among us, that think themselves alive, that Are so secure, c-crq pc-acp vbr av d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12, cst vvb px32 j, cst vbr av j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 693 Page 11
8379 and fearlesse, and carelesse, that have their hearts so sound, and their spirits so unbroken; and fearless, and careless, that have their hearts so found, and their spirits so unbroken; cc j, cc j, cst vhb po32 n2 av j, cc po32 n2 av j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 693 Page 11
8380 the reason is, because the Law hath not yet come home, and killed their hearts, 2 Cor. 3. 6. The very letter of the Law is able to kill as many of us as are in this estate and condition; the reason is, Because the Law hath not yet come home, and killed their hearts, 2 Cor. 3. 6. The very Letter of the Law is able to kill as many of us as Are in this estate and condition; dt n1 vbz, c-acp dt n1 vhz xx av vvi av-an, cc vvd po32 n2, crd np1 crd crd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f pno12 c-acp vbr p-acp d n1 cc n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 693 Page 11
8381 therefore the cause of this livelinesse, and security, is because we are strangers from the Law of God, our eyes were never open to behold it, the Law of God never came home unto our hearts. Therefore the cause of this liveliness, and security, is Because we Are Strangers from the Law of God, our eyes were never open to behold it, the Law of God never Come home unto our hearts. av dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1, vbz c-acp pns12 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po12 n2 vbdr av-x j pc-acp vvi pn31, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x vvd av-an p-acp po12 n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 693 Page 11
8382 The Second Ʋse is this, When we find our hearts to be brisk and peark, let us pray unto God that he would be pleased to charge his Law upon our Consciences: The Second Ʋse is this, When we find our hearts to be brisk and park, let us pray unto God that he would be pleased to charge his Law upon our Consciences: dt ord j vbz d, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 pc-acp vbi j cc n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po12 n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 694 Page 11
8383 Let us buy precious eye-salve, that we may be able to look into the Law of God, this will make our hearts that they will not be so wanton, Let us buy precious eyesalve, that we may be able to look into the Law of God, this will make our hearts that they will not be so wanton, vvb pno12 vvi j n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d vmb vvi po12 n2 cst pns32 vmb xx vbi av j-jn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 694 Page 11
8384 and our spirits, that they will not be so brisk; though they would never so fain mind earthly things, they cannot. and our spirits, that they will not be so brisk; though they would never so fain mind earthly things, they cannot. cc po12 n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi av j; cs pns32 vmd av-x av j n1 j n2, pns32 vmbx. (8) treatise (DIV2) 694 Page 11
8385 If the Lord would be pleased but to charge his Law upon the heart, it would make the stoutest spirit to yield. If the Lord would be pleased but to charge his Law upon the heart, it would make the Stoutest Spirit to yield. cs dt n1 vmd vbi vvn cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmd vvi dt js n1 pc-acp vvi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 694 Page 11
8386 Thirdly, This takes away the imputation that is laid upon the Word of God; many think hardly of the Word of God, it takes away the spirits of men: Thirdly, This Takes away the imputation that is laid upon the Word of God; many think hardly of the Word of God, it Takes away the spirits of men: ord, d vvz av dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; d vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz av dt n2 pp-f n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8387 the Preaching of the Law, it pulls down the spirits of men, and breaks mens hearts, it makes men have no spirits, the Preaching of the Law, it pulls down the spirits of men, and breaks men's hearts, it makes men have no spirits, dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vvz ng2 n2, pn31 vvz n2 vhb dx n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8388 as they said of J•remy, thou makest the knees feeble: so the Law infeebles the knees, and takes away the spirits of a man; as they said of J•remy, thou Makest the knees feeble: so the Law infeebles the knees, and Takes away the spirits of a man; c-acp pns32 vvd pp-f np1, pns21 vv2 dt n2 j: av dt n1 vvz dt n2, cc vvz av dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8389 why here we see that the Law of God will do so, it is the Property of the Law to do so, wheresoever it comes, it kills the heart, why Here we see that the Law of God will do so, it is the Property of the Law to do so, wheresoever it comes, it kills the heart, q-crq av pns12 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vdi av, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi av, c-crq pn31 vvz, pn31 vvz dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8390 and pulls down all the pearknesse of it. and pulls down all the pearknesse of it. cc vvz a-acp d dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8391 The Law, it will ever break a mans bones, as David speaks, Let me hear of joy and gladnesse, that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoyce, Psal. 51. The Lord had broken his very backbone by the Law, The Law, it will ever break a men bones, as David speaks, Let me hear of joy and gladness, that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice, Psalm 51. The Lord had broken his very backbone by the Law, dt n1, pn31 vmb av vvi dt ng1 n2, c-acp np1 vvz, vvb pno11 vvi pp-f n1 cc n1, cst dt n2 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn vmb vvi, np1 crd dt n1 vhd vvn po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8392 and now he could not rejoyce, Isai. 57. 15. I the Lord dwell with him that is of an humble and contrite spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble: and now he could not rejoice, Isaiah 57. 15. I the Lord dwell with him that is of an humble and contrite Spirit, to revive the Spirit of the humble: cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi, np1 crd crd sy dt n1 vvb p-acp pno31 cst vbz pp-f dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8393 When the Law of God hath broken a mans heart, and made him contrite, he is a dead man, till the Lord comes to revive him, and raise up his spirit. When the Law of God hath broken a men heart, and made him contrite, he is a dead man, till the Lord comes to revive him, and raise up his Spirit. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn dt ng1 n1, cc vvd pno31 j, pns31 vbz dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi a-acp po31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 695 Page 11
8394 I come now to the Second part of the Text, When the Commandment came, sin revived, and I died. I come now to the Second part of the Text, When the Commandment Come, since revived, and I died. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn, cc pns11 vvd. (8) treatise (DIV2) 696 Page 11
8395 Here also, as in the former part, are Two things to be expounded: Here also, as in the former part, Are Two things to be expounded: av av, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 697 Page 11
8396 First, What doth the Apostle here mean by reviving? When the Commandment came, sin revived. First, What does the Apostle Here mean by reviving? When the Commandment Come, since revived. ord, q-crq vdz dt n1 av j p-acp vvg? c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 698 Page 11
8397 Secondly, What doth he mean by dying; I died? Secondly, What does he mean by dying; I died? ord, q-crq vdz pns31 vvi p-acp vvg; pns11 vvd? (8) treatise (DIV2) 699 Page 11
8398 When the Law and Commandment came, and discovered me to my self, and shewed me what a damnable thing sin was, When the Law and Commandment Come, and discovered me to my self, and showed me what a damnable thing since was, c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vvd, cc vvd pno11 p-acp po11 n1, cc vvd pno11 r-crq dt j n1 n1 vbds, (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8399 and what a wretched dead creature I was for committing the same, and how I lay under the guilt thereof, sin revived, and I died•. and what a wretched dead creature I was for committing the same, and how I lay under the guilt thereof, since revived, and I died•. cc q-crq dt j j n1 pns11 vbds p-acp vvg dt d, cc c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 av, n1 vvn, cc pns11 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8400 Therefore, What doth the Apostle mean by sin revived? I Answer, The Apostle doth not mean here, Therefore, What does the Apostle mean by since revived? I Answer, The Apostle does not mean Here, av, q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 vvn? pns11 vvb, dt n1 vdz xx vvi av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8401 as if sin were indeed dead in him, before the Commandment came: as if since were indeed dead in him, before the Commandment Come: c-acp cs n1 vbdr av j p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 vvd: (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8402 for sin is alive in every carnal mans heart, before the Commandment comes, and therefore he cannot mean thus, when the Commandment came, sin revived, as if it were truly, and really dead before; for since is alive in every carnal men heart, before the Commandment comes, and Therefore he cannot mean thus, when the Commandment Come, since revived, as if it were truly, and really dead before; p-acp n1 vbz j p-acp d j ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc av pns31 vmbx vvi av, c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av-j, cc av-j j a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8403 for his sins were not dead in him, when he was a Pharisee, his sins were not mortified, for his Sins were not dead in him, when he was a Pharisee, his Sins were not mortified, p-acp po31 n2 vbdr xx j p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vbds dt np1, po31 n2 vbdr xx vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8404 when he was in his unregenerat•d estate and condition sin was not dead in him, that cannot be the meaning, eas if sin vvere dead before, and now revived: when he was in his unregenerat•d estate and condition since was not dead in him, that cannot be the meaning, eas if since were dead before, and now revived: c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1 n1 vbds xx j p-acp pno31, cst vmbx vbi dt n1, fw-la cs n1 vbdr j a-acp, cc av vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8405 But he speaks of the Appearance of the death of sin, though it vvere not dead before, But he speaks of the Appearance of the death of since, though it were not dead before, cc-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbdr xx j a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 11
8406 yet it did appear to be dead; yet it did appear to be dead; av pn31 vdd vvi pc-acp vbi j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 12
8407 as a Snake in cold weather, though it be alive, yet it appears to be dead, the life of it is in a swound; as a Snake in cold weather, though it be alive, yet it appears to be dead, the life of it is in a swoon; c-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, cs pn31 vbb j, av pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi j, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 12
8408 though it hath life, yet the cold benums it, and keeps it from appearing: though it hath life, yet the cold benumbs it, and keeps it from appearing: cs pn31 vhz n1, av dt j-jn vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31 p-acp vvg: (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 12
8409 So before the comm•••ment came, sin was in Paul, but it seemed to have no life but when the •••mandment came, So before the comm•••ment Come, since was in Paul, but it seemed to have no life but when the •••mandment Come, av p-acp dt n1 vvd, n1 vbds p-acp np1, p-acp pn31 vvd pc-acp vhi dx n1 cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd, (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 12
8410 and discovered plainly, what a dead creature he was, then the life of sin came indeed to be manifested. and discovered plainly, what a dead creature he was, then the life of since Come indeed to be manifested. cc vvd av-j, r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbds, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd av pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 700 Page 12
8411 Now the Law of God doth manifest the life of sin Three wayes; it manifests Three lifes of Sin: Now the Law of God does manifest the life of since Three ways; it manifests Three life's of since: av dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 crd n2; pn31 vvz crd n2 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 701 Page 12
8412 There are three lifes of sin that appear to the soul, when the Law comes. There Are three life's of since that appear to the soul, when the Law comes. a-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 701 Page 12
8413 1. First, There is the life of Aggravation; the Law of God doth aggravate and point out sin to the full life of it, it makes sin appear in the true nature of it: 1. First, There is the life of Aggravation; the Law of God does aggravate and point out since to the full life of it, it makes since appear in the true nature of it: crd ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi cc vvi av n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz n1 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8414 the true nature of every thing is the life of the thing: the nature of a man is the life of a man: the true nature of every thing is the life of the thing: the nature of a man is the life of a man: dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8415 Now the Law did shew him the nature of his sins, it painted them out to the very life, in their lively colours; Now the Law did show him the nature of his Sins, it painted them out to the very life, in their lively colours; av dt n1 vdd vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pn31 vvd pno32 av p-acp dt j n1, p-acp po32 j n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8416 this made him see how his sins were aggravated: this made him see how his Sins were aggravated: d vvd pno31 vvi c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8417 what a cursed and damned thing sin was, and what a person it was committed against, this made sin appear unto him in the very life of it; what a cursed and damned thing since was, and what a person it was committed against, this made since appear unto him in the very life of it; r-crq dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1 n1 vbds, cc q-crq dt n1 pn31 vbds vvn p-acp, d vvd n1 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8418 therefore in the 13. v••s. of this Chapter, the Apostle saith, ••n, that it might appear sin, wrought •ath in me, that si• might be out of measure sinful by the commandment: Therefore in the 13. v••s. of this Chapter, the Apostle Says, ••n, that it might appear since, wrought •ath in me, that si• might be out of measure sinful by the Commandment: av p-acp dt crd vvz. pp-f d n1, dt n1 vvz, av, cst pn31 vmd vvi n1, vvd n1 p-acp pno11, cst n1 vmd vbi av pp-f n1 j p-acp dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8419 that is, when the commandment comes, and is manifested to the soul, it makes the life of sin appear, the life of sin is then manifested, the Law of God 〈 ◊ 〉 glasse, doth shew the life of the Commandment and the very nature of all sinning, and transgressing. that is, when the Commandment comes, and is manifested to the soul, it makes the life of since appear, the life of since is then manifested, the Law of God 〈 ◊ 〉 glass, does show the life of the Commandment and the very nature of all sinning, and transgressing. cst vbz, c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 〈 sy 〉 n1, vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f d vvg, cc vvg. (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8420 Now before the Law came thus home ••to him, he could not thus see sin; he could say, he was a sinner, and had committed these, and these sins: Now before the Law Come thus home ••to him, he could not thus see since; he could say, he was a sinner, and had committed these, and these Sins: av p-acp dt n1 vvd av av-an vvb pno31, pns31 vmd xx av vvi n1; pns31 vmd vvi, pns31 vbds dt n1, cc vhd vvn d, cc d n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8421 But what these sins were, and the exceeding sinfulnesse of these sins, he did not see that. But what these Sins were, and the exceeding sinfulness of these Sins, he did not see that. cc-acp q-crq d n2 vbdr, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vdd xx vvi d. (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8422 He had a dead kind of picture of his sins before, but the life thereof was not manifested; He had a dead kind of picture of his Sins before, but the life thereof was not manifested; pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 n2 a-acp, cc-acp dt n1 av vbds xx vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8423 but the Law of God did make his sin revive, and made him see his sins in the life of them. but the Law of God did make his since revive, and made him see his Sins in the life of them. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi po31 n1 vvi, cc vvd pno31 vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (8) treatise (DIV2) 702 Page 12
8424 2. Secondly, There is the life of Irritation, as I may so call it, or of •ching, and egging a man. 2. Secondly, There is the life of Irritation, as I may so call it, or of •ching, and egging a man. crd ord, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pn31, cc pp-f vvg, cc vvg dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8425 This is another life of sin, whereby it is full of Operation, and Working in the Soul: This is Another life of since, whereby it is full of Operation, and Working in the Soul: d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vbz j pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8426 The Operation of a thing, is the life of a thing. Now before the Commandment came, sin seemed dead, it wrought indeed many evils in him, The Operation of a thing, is the life of a thing. Now before the Commandment Come, since seemed dead, it wrought indeed many evils in him, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. av p-acp dt n1 vvd, n1 vvd j, pn31 vvd av d n2-jn p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8427 but he did not think his heart had been so full of life, and so full of activity against Gods Law and commandments. but he did not think his heart had been so full of life, and so full of activity against God's Law and Commandments. cc-acp pns31 vdd xx vvi po31 n1 vhd vbn av j pp-f n1, cc av j pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8428 Sin seemed to lye dead before, but now when the Commandment came, and set upon his heart, since seemed to lie dead before, but now when the Commandment Come, and Set upon his heart, n1 vvd pc-acp vvi j a-acp, cc-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvd, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8429 and began to charge him with better Obedience; now his heart grew itching, and marvellous full of life unto lust. and began to charge him with better obedience; now his heart grew itching, and marvellous full of life unto lust. cc vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp jc n1; av po31 n1 vvd j-vvg, cc j j pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8430 Hereupon sin egged him the more on to lust: Hereupon since egged him the more on to lust: av n1 vvd pno31 dt av-dc p-acp p-acp n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8431 It is like water, when a man goes about to stop it, it runs the more violently. It is like water, when a man Goes about to stop it, it runs the more violently. pn31 vbz j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, pn31 vvz dt av-dc av-j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8432 So it is with sin in the heart, the more the Law of God goes about to stop it, So it is with since in the heart, the more the Law of God Goes about to stop it, av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8433 and hinder it, the more eager it is, and the more full of life and working, and hinder it, the more eager it is, and the more full of life and working, cc vvi pn31, dt av-dc j pn31 vbz, cc dt av-dc j pp-f n1 cc n-vvg, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8434 as the Apostle speaks, vers. 8. Without the Law, sin was dead: there was no such working of sin in my mortal body then: as the Apostle speaks, vers. 8. Without the Law, since was dead: there was no such working of since in my Mortal body then: c-acp dt n1 vvz, fw-la. crd p-acp dt n1, n1 vbds j: a-acp vbds dx d n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp po11 j-jn n1 av: (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8435 but vvhen the Commandment came, vvhen the Lavv vvas charged upon my heart, then sin took occasion hereby to be the more violent, but when the Commandment Come, when the Law was charged upon my heart, then since took occasion hereby to be the more violent, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp po11 n1, cs n1 vvd n1 av pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8436 and vvork in me all manner of Concupiscence: and work in me all manner of Concupiscence: cc vvi p-acp pno11 d n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8437 before I committed sin vvithout any check, I had vain thoughts, and foolish courses, and many a lust in my soul, before I committed since without any check, I had vain thoughts, and foolish courses, and many a lust in my soul, c-acp pns11 vvd n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vhd j n2, cc j n2, cc d dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8438 and I vvent to it as if it had been a good thing, not as if it had been evil: and I went to it as if it had been a good thing, not as if it had been evil: cc pns11 vvd p-acp pn31 c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn dt j n1, xx c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn j-jn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8439 But vvhen the Lavv of God came to shevv me the slacknesse of my Obedience, But when the Law of God Come to show me the slackness of my obedience, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno11 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8440 and to controle me, and convince me, and to stop the course of sin, it vvrought all manner of Concupiscence in me; and to control me, and convince me, and to stop the course of since, it wrought all manner of Concupiscence in me; cc pc-acp vvi pno11, cc vvi pno11, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvd d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11; (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8441 it vvrought before in Paul, for it vvrought all his security, and all his hardnesse of heart, it wrought before in Paul, for it wrought all his security, and all his hardness of heart, pn31 vvd a-acp p-acp np1, p-acp pn31 vvd d po31 n1, cc d po31 n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8442 and all his vain thoughts and imaginations: and all his vain thoughts and Imaginations: cc d po31 j n2 cc n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 12
8443 but this vvas but a dead kind of vvorking, in comparison of that which it wrought after the commandment came. but this was but a dead kind of working, in comparison of that which it wrought After the Commandment Come. cc-acp d vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp n1 pp-f cst r-crq pn31 vvd p-acp dt n1 vvd. (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 13
8444 There are none that have such active Rebellions against the Law and Commandment of God, as those to whom the Law comes; There Are none that have such active Rebellions against the Law and Commandment of God, as those to whom the Law comes; pc-acp vbr pix d vhb d j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 13
8445 it eggs a man forward, and makes him itch unto Rebellion. it eggs a man forward, and makes him itch unto Rebellion. pn31 n2 dt n1 av-j, cc vvz pno31 n1 p-acp n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 13
8446 If a man had asked Paul before, whether he had such a divelish heart against God? he saw no such matter, he never meant God any hurt when he went on in his course, he thought not that he was so stubborn and Rebellious, he did not feel this stubbornnesse and rebellion; If a man had asked Paul before, whither he had such a devilish heart against God? he saw no such matter, he never meant God any hurt when he went on in his course, he Thought not that he was so stubborn and Rebellious, he did not feel this stubbornness and rebellion; cs dt n1 vhd vvn np1 a-acp, cs pns31 vhd d dt j n1 p-acp np1? pns31 vvd dx d n1, pns31 av-x vvd np1 d n1 c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd xx cst pns31 vbds av j cc j, pns31 vdd xx vvi d n1 cc n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 13
8447 But when the Law came once, it shewed him the ve•ome, and cursed nature of his sins. But when the Law Come once, it showed him the ve•ome, and cursed nature of his Sins. cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd a-acp, pn31 vvd pno31 dt j-jn, cc j-vvn n1 pp-f po31 n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 703 Page 13
8448 3. The Third life of sin is the worst of all; 3. The Third life of since is the worst of all; crd dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt js pp-f d; (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8449 and that is, the life of Imputation; for here sin is so full of life, that it is not only able to discover unto him, that he is a sinful wretch, and an abominable creature; and that is, the life of Imputation; for Here since is so full of life, that it is not only able to discover unto him, that he is a sinful wretch, and an abominable creature; cc d vbz, dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp av n1 vbz av j pp-f n1, cst pn31 vbz xx av-j j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8450 but to bind him over to wrath and send him to Hell, and everlasting destruction. Now it is the Law of God that discovers this life of sin: but to bind him over to wrath and send him to Hell, and everlasting destruction. Now it is the Law of God that discovers this life of since: cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp n1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc j n1. av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz d n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8451 before the Law comes, a man hath many vain hopes, that God is merciful, and Christ died for sinners, before the Law comes, a man hath many vain hope's, that God is merciful, and christ died for Sinners, c-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vhz d j n2, cst np1 vbz j, cc np1 vvd p-acp n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8452 and that God will forgive him his sins, he doth not see the imputation of sin: and that God will forgive him his Sins, he does not see the imputation of since: cc cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 po31 n2, pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8453 the imputation of sin lying upon the Soul is not clearly discovered, before the Law come; the imputation of since lying upon the Soul is not clearly discovered, before the Law come; dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz xx av-j vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvb; (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8454 for where there is no Law, there is no imputation of sin, Rom. 5. 13. there saith the Apostle, Ʋnto the time of the Law was sin in the world; for where there is no Law, there is no imputation of since, Rom. 5. 13. there Says the Apostle, Ʋnto the time of the Law was since in the world; p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd a-acp vvz dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds n1 p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8455 but sin is not imputed, while there is no Law. but since is not imputed, while there is no Law. cc-acp n1 vbz xx vvn, cs pc-acp vbz dx n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8456 Before the Law is charged upon the heart, the heart never dreams of the imputation of sin, Before the Law is charged upon the heart, the heart never dreams of the imputation of since, p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 av-x vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8457 as if he should answer for sin, and be damned for sin for ever: as if he should answer for since, and be damned for since for ever: c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1, cc vbi vvn p-acp n1 c-acp av: (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8458 He thought the contrary before, but now the Law discovers the life of sin unto him, He Thought the contrary before, but now the Law discovers the life of since unto him, pns31 vvd dt j-jn p-acp, cc-acp av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8459 and sin revives, and appears to have life to damn him for evermore. and since revives, and appears to have life to damn him for evermore. cc n1 vvz, cc vvz pc-acp vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8460 Sin now appears to have life to cast him off from God, and to bind him over to Everlasting vengeance. since now appears to have life to cast him off from God, and to bind him over to Everlasting vengeance. n1 av vvz pc-acp vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8461 Thus it was with Paul, when the Commandment came, sin revived: Thus it was with Paul, when the Commandment Come, since revived: av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vvd, n1 vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8462 I saw sin was alive indeed, and I saw the life of Aggravation, I saw the hellish nature of sin, it was painted out to the full; I saw since was alive indeed, and I saw the life of Aggravation, I saw the hellish nature of since, it was painted out to the full; pns11 vvd n1 vbds j av, cc pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbds vvn av p-acp dt j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8463 I saw the life of Irritation, I saw the infinite egging, and itching of sin, how it did work in me; I saw the life of Irritation, I saw the infinite egging, and itching of since, how it did work in me; pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvd dt j vvg, cc j-vvg pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vdd vvi p-acp pno11; (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8464 I saw the life of imputation, how all my sins were imputed unto me, and did all lye upon my conscience, I saw the life of imputation, how all my Sins were imputed unto me, and did all lie upon my conscience, pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d po11 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno11, cc vdd d vvi p-acp po11 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8465 and so sin revived, that is the meaning. and so since revived, that is the meaning. cc av n1 vvd, cst vbz dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 704 Page 13
8466 Now for the meaning of the Second word, I dyed; that is, I saw I was a dead man; Now for the meaning of the Second word, I died; that is, I saw I was a dead man; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pns11 vvd; cst vbz, pns11 vvd pns11 vbds dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8467 I saw plainly, and clearly, that I was but a dead man; I saw plainly, and clearly, that I was but a dead man; pns11 vvd av-j, cc av-j, cst pns11 vbds p-acp dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8468 I thought I was alive before, because I did good duties, and walked in the Ordinances of God; I Thought I was alive before, Because I did good duties, and walked in the Ordinances of God; pns11 vvd pns11 vbds j a-acp, c-acp pns11 vdd j n2, cc vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8469 and I thought that I might go for a Christian, and Servant of God, as well as another. and I Thought that I might go for a Christian, and Servant of God, as well as Another. cc pns11 vvd cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt njp, cc n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av c-acp j-jn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8470 I did not think I was a dead man, I thought I had some goodnesse in me, some hope of eternal life in me; I did not think I was a dead man, I Thought I had Some Goodness in me, Some hope of Eternal life in me; pns11 vdd xx vvi pns11 vbds dt j n1, pns11 vvd pns11 vhd d n1 p-acp pno11, d n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno11; (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8471 I did not conclude that I was a dead man. But when the Law of God humbled me, and discovered my estate plainly unto me; I did not conclude that I was a dead man. But when the Law of God humbled me, and discovered my estate plainly unto me; pns11 vdd xx vvi cst pns11 vbds dt j n1. p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno11, cc vvd po11 n1 av-j p-acp pno11; (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8472 then I saw I was a dead man indeed, my heart failed me, and the livelyness that was in me before, departed from me. then I saw I was a dead man indeed, my heart failed me, and the liveliness that was in me before, departed from me. av pns11 vvd pns11 vbds dt j n1 av, po11 n1 vvd pno11, cc dt n1 cst vbds p-acp pno11 a-acp, vvd p-acp pno11. (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8473 I saw I was a dead man, and had not the Spirit of Christ come and quickned me, I had been a dead man to all eternity; I saw I was a dead man, and had not the Spirit of christ come and quickened me, I had been a dead man to all eternity; pns11 vvd pns11 vbds dt j n1, cc vhd xx dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb cc vvd pno11, pns11 vhd vbn dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8474 I now saw that sin began to revive in me, and I began to be a dead man. I now saw that since began to revive in me, and I began to be a dead man. pns11 av vvd d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvd pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8475 Thus we see the meaning of the words. Thus we see the meaning of the words. av pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 705 Page 13
8476 Now the Theame I propounded to you was this, namely, how the Lord converts the will; Now the Theme I propounded to you was this, namely, how the Lord converts the will; av dt n1 pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 vbds d, av, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8477 and the first work that prepares a man hereunto, is the work of pulling down the vvill, and the First work that prepares a man hereunto, is the work of pulling down the will, cc dt ord n1 cst vvz dt n1 av, vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8478 and the pulling down of a mans heart; and the pulling down of a men heart; cc dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt ng1 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8479 for the will of a man is full of obstinacy, full of livelinesse against the truth and commandment of God; for the will of a man is full of obstinacy, full of liveliness against the truth and Commandment of God; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j pp-f n1, j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8480 full of livelinesse in sin, and conceives it self to be in a better estate and condition, full of liveliness in since, and conceives it self to be in a better estate and condition, j pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8481 and so the will is obstinate still. and so the will is obstinate still. cc av dt n1 vbz j av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8482 Now when it pleaseth God to convert a man, first he pulls down the will of a man, and pulls down his spirit; Now when it Pleases God to convert a man, First he pulls down the will of a man, and pulls down his Spirit; av c-crq pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, ord pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz a-acp po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8483 now here is a Doctrine to make way for this. now Here is a Doctrine to make Way for this. av av vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d. (8) treatise (DIV2) 706 Page 13
8484 Namely, That when the Lord takes a man in hand to pull him down, to pull down his will, he doth shew him what a dead Creature he is. Namely, That when the Lord Takes a man in hand to pull him down, to pull down his will, he does show him what a dead Creature he is. av, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, pns31 vdz vvi pno31 r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8485 The Lord by pronouncing a man in his own Bosom, a dead man, a damned man, one that can no way help himself; The Lord by pronouncing a man in his own Bosom, a dead man, a damned man, one that can no Way help himself; dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, dt j n1, dt j-vvn n1, pi cst vmb dx n1 vvi px31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8486 he is dead, absolutely dead in his own estate, and in Gods account, all his hopes are rotten; he is dead, absolutely dead in his own estate, and in God's account, all his hope's Are rotten; pns31 vbz j, av-j j p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp npg1 n1, d po31 n2 vbr vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8487 he is meerly, a dead, damned man: hereby the Lord pulls down his Will. We may see this in Paul, before his Conversion; he is merely, a dead, damned man: hereby the Lord pulls down his Will. We may see this in Paul, before his Conversion; pns31 vbz av-j, dt j, j-vvn n1: av dt n1 vvz a-acp po31 n1. pns12 vmb vvi d p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8488 his Will was full of Obstinacy and Rebellion against God, he would go and make havock of the Church, he would not submit to the Will of God; his Will was full of Obstinacy and Rebellion against God, he would go and make havoc of the Church, he would not submit to the Will of God; po31 n1 vbds j pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8489 but when the Lord came to work upon him, Saul, Saul, Why persecutest thou me? It is hard for thee to kick against the pricks: but when the Lord Come to work upon him, Saul, Saul, Why Persecutest thou me? It is hard for thee to kick against the pricks: cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, np1, np1, q-crq vv2 pns21 pno11? pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8490 What wilt thou that I shall do Lord, saith he, Act. 9. 6? Now his Will is come down: What wilt thou that I shall do Lord, Says he, Act. 9. 6? Now his Will is come down: q-crq vm2 pns21 cst pns11 vmb vdi n1, vvz pns31, n1 crd crd? av po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8491 but mark how the Lord puts him off; but mark how the Lord puts him off; cc-acp vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz pno31 a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8492 Go to such a place (saith he) and there it shall be told thee what thou shalt do. Go to such a place (Says he) and there it shall be told thee what thou shalt do. vvb p-acp d dt n1 (vvz pns31) cc a-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn pno21 r-crq pns21 vm2 vdi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8493 The Lord puts him off, and would not give him an Answer presently, what he should do; The Lord puts him off, and would not give him an Answer presently, what he should do; dt n1 vvz pno31 a-acp, cc vmd xx vvi pno31 dt n1 av-j, r-crq pns31 vmd vdi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8494 as who should say, Thou hast as yet an obstinate Will, thou wilt not do as I command thee: as who should say, Thou hast as yet an obstinate Will, thou wilt not do as I command thee: c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns21 vh2 a-acp av dt j n1, pns21 vm2 xx vdi c-acp pns11 vvb pno21: (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8495 I will not tell thee as yet, what I will have thee to do, but go to such a place, I will not tell thee as yet, what I will have thee to doe, but go to such a place, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno21 p-acp av, r-crq pns11 vmb vhi pno21 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb p-acp d dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8496 and I will Arrest thee there, and charge my Law upon thy Conscience, and shew thee thy dead, and damned estate. and I will Arrest thee there, and charge my Law upon thy Conscience, and show thee thy dead, and damned estate. cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 a-acp, cc vvb po11 n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb pno21 po21 j, cc j-vvn n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8497 And now his Will is come down; he bids him be Baptized, and he was so; And now his Will is come down; he bids him be Baptised, and he was so; cc av po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp; pns31 vvz pno31 vbi j-vvn, cc pns31 vbds av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8498 he bids him go and Preach the Gospel, and he did so; now his Will is come down. he bids him go and Preach the Gospel, and he did so; now his Will is come down. pns31 vvz pno31 vvi cc vvb dt n1, cc pns31 vdd av; av po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp. (8) treatise (DIV2) 707 Page 14
8499 So the Prodigal, his Heart was marvellous Obstinate against his Fathers commandment; So the Prodigal, his Heart was marvellous Obstinate against his Father's Commandment; av dt j-jn, po31 n1 vbds j j p-acp po31 ng1 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8500 he would be gone from his Father, he could not abide to stay in a house where there were such strict courses, he would have his Goods and Patrimony in his own hand, (as it is the Property of every carnal man) he would have his Inheritance in his own hand; he would be gone from his Father, he could not abide to stay in a house where there were such strict courses, he would have his Goods and Patrimony in his own hand, (as it is the Property of every carnal man) he would have his Inheritance in his own hand; pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pc-acp vbdr d j n2, pns31 vmd vhi po31 n2-j cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1) pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8501 he would have Power, and Strength, and Ability, and these Gifts, and Parts, in his own hand: he would have Power, and Strength, and Ability, and these Gifts, and Parts, in his own hand: pns31 vmd vhi n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc d n2, cc n2, p-acp po31 d n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8502 but when he is humbled by the Law, he is content to have all in Gods hand, he is content to have all his VVisdom there, that he may come thither for it; but when he is humbled by the Law, he is content to have all in God's hand, he is content to have all his VVisdom there, that he may come thither for it; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vhi d p-acp ng1 n1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vhi d po31 n1 a-acp, cst pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8503 he is content to have all his Righteousnesse there, and all his Ability, Strength, and Sufficiency there, that he may come thither for it; he is content to have all his Righteousness there, and all his Ability, Strength, and Sufficiency there, that he may come thither for it; pns31 vbz j pc-acp vhi d po31 n1 a-acp, cc d po31 n1, n1, cc n1 a-acp, cst pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8504 all is there, and he sees himself a beggar, if he comes not to God, all is there, and he sees himself a beggar, if he comes not to God, d vbz a-acp, cc pns31 vvz px31 dt n1, cs pns31 vvz xx p-acp np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8505 and keeps close to God, and keeps fast to his Covenant, he is a very beggar. and keeps close to God, and keeps fast to his Covenant, he is a very beggar. cc vvz av-j p-acp np1, cc vvz av-j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8506 But this man would have all in his own hands, and go and squander away all upon his Lusts and Pleasures, But this man would have all in his own hands, and go and squander away all upon his Lustiest and Pleasures, p-acp d n1 vmd vhi d p-acp po31 d n2, cc vvi cc vvi av av-d p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8507 and he would not stay at home with his Father. and he would not stay At home with his Father. cc pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp n1-an p-acp po31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8508 Now when the Law of God came home to him, to shew this man to himself, when he came to himself, as the Text saith (his Father did esteem him a dead man before,) but when he came to himself, Now when the Law of God Come home to him, to show this man to himself, when he Come to himself, as the Text Says (his Father did esteem him a dead man before,) but when he Come to himself, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av-an p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp px31, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 vvz (po31 n1 vdd vvi pno31 dt j n1 a-acp,) cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8509 and saw he was a dead man for going away from his Father, the Father of Life: and saw he was a dead man for going away from his Father, the Father of Life: cc vvd pns31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp vvg av p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8510 Novv his VVill is come dovvn, I will go to my Father, and say, Father, I have sinned against Heaven, Now his VVill is come down, I will go to my Father, and say, Father, I have sinned against Heaven, av po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc vvi, n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8511 and against thee, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son, make me as one of thy hired servants, Luke 15. 17. Here his VVi•l is come dovvn: and against thee, and am no more worthy to be called thy Son, make me as one of thy hired Servants, Lycia 15. 17. Here his VVi•l is come down: cc p-acp pno21, cc vbm av-dx av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn po21 n1, vvb pno11 p-acp crd pp-f po21 j-vvn n2, av crd crd av po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8512 he vvould be gone from his Father before, he could not abide to be held in so strictly, he vvould fain be gone, and be at liberty; he would be gone from his Father before, he could not abide to be held in so strictly, he would fain be gone, and be At liberty; pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 a-acp, pns31 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av av-j, pns31 vmd av-j vbi vvn, cc vbb p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8513 he had no mind to stay in his Fathers house: he had no mind to stay in his Father's house: pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8514 But vvhen he came to himself, vvhen the Lavv shevved him, he vvas but a dead man, for going from his Father; But when he Come to himself, when the Law showed him, he was but a dead man, for going from his Father; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp px31, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31, pns31 vbds p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8515 and going after his Lusts and Pleasures; novv his VVill is brought dovvn, and it submits, and yields; and going After his Lustiest and Pleasures; now his VVill is brought down, and it submits, and yields; cc vvg p-acp po31 n2 cc n2; av po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc pn31 vvz, cc vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8516 and novv he vvill go to his Father, and humble himself before his Father, and say, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and now he will go to his Father, and humble himself before his Father, and say, Father, I have sinned against heaven, cc av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi, n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8517 and against thee, &c. Novv I desire here to shevv you Three things, as I did in the former Point. First, VVherein this deadnesse consists. and against thee, etc. Now I desire Here to show you Three things, as I did in the former Point. First, Wherein this deadness consists. cc p-acp pno21, av av pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi pn22 crd n2, c-acp pns11 vdd p-acp dt j n1. ord, c-crq d n1 vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 708 Page 14
8518 Secondly, VVhat be the effects of this deadnesse, and how it pulls down the heart. And. Secondly, What be the effects of this deadness, and how it pulls down the heart. And. ord, q-crq vbb dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp dt n1. cc (8) treatise (DIV2) 710 Page 14
8519 Thirdly, The Uses we are to make of it. 1. For the First, Wherein this deadnesse consists: Thirdly, The Uses we Are to make of it. 1. For the First, Wherein this deadness consists: ord, dt n2 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. crd p-acp dt ord, c-crq d n1 vvz: (8) treatise (DIV2) 711 Page 15
8520 and it consists in Three things. First, In deadnesse in being. Secondly; In deadnesse in Gods account. and it consists in Three things. First, In deadness in being. Secondly; In deadness in God's account. cc pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2. ord, p-acp n1 p-acp vbg. ord; p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 vvb. (8) treatise (DIV2) 712 Page 15
8521 Thirdly, In deadnesse to all doing. Thirdly, In deadness to all doing. ord, p-acp n1 p-acp d vdg. (8) treatise (DIV2) 715 Page 15
8522 1. First, It consists in deadnesse in being. When the law comes, it shews a man indeed to be a dead man, 2 Cor. 3. 6. the Letter killeth, saith the Apostle: 1. First, It consists in deadness in being. When the law comes, it shows a man indeed to be a dead man, 2 Cor. 3. 6. the letter kills, Says the Apostle: crd ord, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp vbg. c-crq dt n1 vvz, pn31 vvz dt n1 av pc-acp vbi dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, vvz dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8523 the very letter of the law, without the Spirit of life, which Christ doth inform it with, the very Letter of the law, without the Spirit of life, which christ does inform it with, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8524 when he comes to work upon his children; The letter alone, without the Spirit of God, kills a man: when he comes to work upon his children; The Letter alone, without the Spirit of God, kills a man: c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; dt n1 av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8525 now when a man is killed, he is a dead man; now when a man is killed, he is a dead man; av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8526 he is then fully dead, he hath the very being of a dead man, he is a dead man; he is then Fully dead, he hath the very being of a dead man, he is a dead man; pns31 vbz av av-j j, pns31 vhz dt j vbg pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8527 that is his Estate and Condition. that is his Estate and Condition. d vbz po31 n1 cc n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8528 So when the law of God comes •ome to a man, it shews him indeed that he is a dead man. So when the law of God comes •ome to a man, it shows him indeed that he is a dead man. av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av-an p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz pno31 av cst pns31 vbz dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8529 The property of the law, when it is let in to work upon the heart, is to slay a man, I have slain them by the words of my mouth, Hos. 6. 5. The law which proceeds from Gods mouth, is able to slay a poor sinner, The property of the law, when it is let in to work upon the heart, is to slay a man, I have slave them by the words of my Mouth, Hos. 6. 5. The law which proceeds from God's Mouth, is able to slay a poor sinner, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp npg1 n1, vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8530 and kill him at the heart, and lay him for dead before Almighty God, that he can strive no more; and kill him At the heart, and lay him for dead before Almighty God, that he can strive no more; cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp j c-acp j-jn np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc; (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8531 the reason is, because the law doth charge the truth of God upon a man. the reason is, Because the law does charge the truth of God upon a man. dt n1 vbz, c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8532 Now the truth is, that every sinner is a dead man, this is the very truth of it, Rom 8. 6. To be carnally-minded is death: Now the truth is, that every sinner is a dead man, this is the very truth of it, Rom 8. 6. To be carnally-minded is death: av dt n1 vbz, cst d n1 vbz dt j n1, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbi j vbz n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8533 That man is a dead man; That man is a dead man; cst n1 vbz dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8534 there is the very death of sinne, and hell, and condemnation in that man, that is a carnal-minded man. there is the very death of sin, and hell, and condemnation in that man, that is a carnal-minded man. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1, cst vbz dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8535 Now the law of God when it comes, doth charge this Truth upon the Soul, it discovers a man to be in this estate and condition, wherein in truth he is. Now the law of God when it comes, does charge this Truth upon the Soul, it discovers a man to be in this estate and condition, wherein in truth he is. av dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pn31 vvz, vdz vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vbz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 716 Page 15
8536 2. Secondly, It consists in deadnesse in Gods account. For all a mans presumptions, for all a mans vain hopes that he is justified; 2. Secondly, It consists in deadness in God's account. For all a men presumptions, for all a men vain hope's that he is justified; crd ord, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1. p-acp d dt ng1 n2, p-acp d dt ng1 j n2 cst pns31 vbz vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8537 for this is the nature of man, before he is convinced by the law of God, to justifie himself, (you are they that justifie your selves,) not that he is indeed justified; for this is the nature of man, before he is convinced by the law of God, to justify himself, (you Are they that justify your selves,) not that he is indeed justified; p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi px31, (pn22 vbr pns32 cst vvb po22 n2,) xx cst pns31 vbz av vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8538 but he falsely applies justification to himself, and he hopes he is justified before God, he is apt to pronounce this hope unto himself. but he falsely Applies justification to himself, and he hope's he is justified before God, he is apt to pronounce this hope unto himself. cc-acp pns31 av-j vvz n1 p-acp px31, cc pns31 vvz pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp px31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8539 Let a Minister tell him of his sins, here is his Salve, God is merciful, and Christ came to save sinners. Let a Minister tell him of his Sins, Here is his Salve, God is merciful, and christ Come to save Sinners. vvb dt n1 vvb pno31 pp-f po31 n2, av vbz po31 n1, np1 vbz j, cc np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8540 Let Sermons beat upon him from day to day, to humble him, he cannot imagine that he is in a damnable estate: Let Sermons beatrice upon him from day to day, to humble him, he cannot imagine that he is in a damnable estate: vvb n2 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8541 Preachers are too harsh, and censorious, and the like. But when the Law comes, it shuts up a man that he cannot get out, Preachers Are too harsh, and censorious, and the like. But when the Law comes, it shuts up a man that he cannot get out, n2 vbr av j, cc j, cc dt j. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, pn31 vvz a-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vmbx vvi av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8542 as the Apostle speaks, Gal. 3. 22. The Law hath concluded all under sin: as the Apostle speaks, Gal. 3. 22. The Law hath concluded all under since: c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn d p-acp n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8543 that is the nature of the word of God, to shut up a man, that a man is not able to get out: that is the nature of the word of God, to shut up a man, that a man is not able to get out: cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av: (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8544 before the law is charged, the heart hath a thousand starting-holes. Denounce hell, and damnation against it, it hath this starting-hole, that Christ dyed for sinners: before the law is charged, the heart hath a thousand startingholes. Denounce hell, and damnation against it, it hath this starting-hole, that christ died for Sinners: c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vhz dt crd n2. vvb n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vhz d n1, cst np1 vvd p-acp n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8545 discover plainly that he is a dead man, he hath these starting-holes, he hopes he shall have peace, discover plainly that he is a dead man, he hath these startingholes, he hope's he shall have peace, vvb av-j cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vhz d n2, pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vhi n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8546 and he hopes he is not so vile before Almighty God, and he hopes he hath better righteousnesse then you would bear him down with; and he hope's he is not so vile before Almighty God, and he hope's he hath better righteousness then you would bear him down with; cc pns31 vvz pns31 vbz xx av j p-acp j-jn np1, cc pns31 vvz pns31 vhz jc n1 cs pn22 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8547 and so he hath an evasion to get out: but when the law comes, and shuts him up, this will tame him. and so he hath an evasion to get out: but when the law comes, and shuts him up, this will tame him. cc av pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av: cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvz pno31 a-acp, d vmb vvi pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8548 As we use to tame Lions, and Bears, and such like fierce and cruel creatures, by shutting of them up, As we use to tame Lions, and Bears, and such like fierce and cruel creatures, by shutting of them up, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvz, cc d av-j j cc j n2, p-acp vvg pp-f pno32 a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8549 so the Lord tames the heart of a poor creature, when he would pull him down, he shuts him up, so the Lord tames the heart of a poor creature, when he would pull him down, he shuts him up, av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp, pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8550 and layes him in the prison, and in the Gaole, and he hath no way to get out, he is a dead man, and lays him in the prison, and in the Gaol, and he hath no Way to get out, he is a dead man, cc vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi av, pns31 vbz dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8551 and there is no way to get out, no evasion to escape; and there is no Way to get out, no evasion to escape; cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi av, dx n1 pc-acp vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8552 but still he is a dead man, and a damned man, he cannot open his mouth any more, Ezek. 16. 63. That thou mayest remember, but still he is a dead man, and a damned man, he cannot open his Mouth any more, Ezekiel 16. 63. That thou Mayest Remember, cc-acp av pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1, pns31 vmbx vvi po31 n1 d dc, np1 crd crd cst pns21 vm2 vvi, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8553 and be confounded, and never open thy mouth any more, when I am pacified towards thee, and be confounded, and never open thy Mouth any more, when I am pacified towards thee, cc vbi vvn, cc av-x vvb po21 n1 d dc, c-crq pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno21, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 15
8554 for all that thou hast done, saith the Lord God. The law indeed works thus in the Regenerate, though the Lord be pacified towards them, for all that thou hast done, Says the Lord God. The law indeed works thus in the Regenerate, though the Lord be pacified towards them, c-acp d cst pns21 vh2 vdn, vvz dt n1 np1. dt n1 av vvz av p-acp dt vvn, cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8555 yet they shall never open their mouths, never cavil against Gods precepts more, never be so brisk any more. yet they shall never open their mouths, never cavil against God's Precepts more, never be so brisk any more. av pns32 vmb av-x vvi po32 n2, av-x vvb p-acp npg1 n2 av-dc, av-x vbi av j d dc. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8556 But so long as a man is in his sins, the law doth not only convince him that he is dead in himself, But so long as a man is in his Sins, the law does not only convince him that he is dead in himself, p-acp av j c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2, dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi pno31 cst pns31 vbz j p-acp px31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8557 but that he is also dead towards God; but that he is also dead towards God; cc-acp cst pns31 vbz av j p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8558 that God accounts him a dead man, that God is not pacified towards him, but he lies under the wrath of God, that God accounts him a dead man, that God is not pacified towards him, but he lies under the wrath of God, cst np1 vvz pno31 dt j n1, cst np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8559 and this pulls him down, and stops his mouth. and this pulls him down, and stops his Mouth. cc d vvz pno31 a-acp, cc vvz po31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8560 A carnal mans mouth will not be stopped, but he will have some thing to say, some vain hope, A carnal men Mouth will not be stopped, but he will have Some thing to say, Some vain hope, dt j ng1 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi, d j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8561 or confidence, or other, some pleading, or excusing or other. His mouth will never be stopped, till the law of God comes; or confidence, or other, Some pleading, or excusing or other. His Mouth will never be stopped, till the law of God comes; cc n1, cc j-jn, d vvg, cc vvg cc j-jn. po31 n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8562 and when that comes, that will stop his mouth, and make it appear, that he is guilty before God, Rom. 3. 19. the Apostle saith, Now we know, that whatsoever the Law saith, it saith to them that are under the Law, that every mouth might be stopped, and when that comes, that will stop his Mouth, and make it appear, that he is guilty before God, Rom. 3. 19. the Apostle Says, Now we know, that whatsoever the Law Says, it Says to them that Are under the Law, that every Mouth might be stopped, cc c-crq cst vvz, cst vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pn31 vvi, cst pns31 vbz j p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, av pns12 vvb, cst r-crq dt n1 vvz, pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, cst d n1 vmd vbi vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8563 and all the world may be culpable before God. But before the law comes, a mans mouth will not be stopped. and all the world may be culpable before God. But before the law comes, a men Mouth will not be stopped. cc d dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp np1. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz, dt ng1 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8564 Gen. 20. 3. God came to Abimilech by night, and said, Thou art but a dead man, Gen. 20. 3. God Come to Abimelech by night, and said, Thou art but a dead man, np1 crd crd np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvd, pns21 vb2r p-acp dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8565 because of the woman which th•u hast taken, for she is a mans Wife: He was a dead man, but he little thought it; Because of the woman which th•u hast taken, for she is a men Wife: He was a dead man, but he little Thought it; c-acp pp-f dt n1 r-crq n1 vh2 vvn, c-acp pns31 vbz dt ng1 n1: pns31 vbds dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 av-j vvd pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8566 he would not believe that he was a dead man: As the Text there speaks of temporal death. he would not believe that he was a dead man: As the Text there speaks of temporal death. pns31 vmd xx vvi cst pns31 vbds dt j n1: c-acp dt n1 a-acp vvz pp-f j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8567 So it is true of the other, carnal men are indeed dead men, but they will not believe that they are dead men, and damned men; So it is true of the other, carnal men Are indeed dead men, but they will not believe that they Are dead men, and damned men; av pn31 vbz j pp-f dt n-jn, j n2 vbr av j n2, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi cst pns32 vbr j n2, cc j-vvn n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8568 they hope for mercy, and cry, peace, peace to their soul•; they hope for mercy, and cry, peace, peace to their soul•; pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi, n1, uh-n p-acp po32 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8569 but when the law comes, that knocks off all mens hopes, and layes them for dead in Gods account. but when the law comes, that knocks off all men's hope's, and lays them for dead in God's account. cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst vvz a-acp d ng2 n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp j p-acp npg1 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 717 Page 16
8570 3. Thirdly, This deadnesse I here speak of, it consists in regard of all manner of doing; when the law of God hath charged it self upon the conscience, 3. Thirdly, This deadness I Here speak of, it consists in regard of all manner of doing; when the law of God hath charged it self upon the conscience, crd ord, d n1 pns11 av vvb pp-f, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f vdg; c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8571 and discovered to a man, that he is a dead, and a damned man. and discovered to a man, that he is a dead, and a damned man. cc vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbz dt j, cc dt j-vvn n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8572 It makes it now appear unto him, that he is utterly unable to do any thing; It makes it now appear unto him, that he is utterly unable to do any thing; pn31 vvz pn31 av vvi p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vdi d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8573 he is in the depth of misery, and he is unable to cry mercy aright, he is not able to make a prayer, no more then a dead man: he is in the depth of misery, and he is unable to cry mercy aright, he is not able to make a prayer, no more then a dead man: pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1 av, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1, av-dx dc cs dt j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8574 he seeth he can no more keep a Sabbath as he ought, than a dead man. he sees he can no more keep a Sabbath as he ought, than a dead man. pns31 vvz pns31 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi dt n1 c-acp pns31 vmd, cs dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8575 So for any duty of Religion, he seeth he hath no more life to do it, So for any duty of Religion, he sees he hath no more life to do it, av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pns31 vhz dx dc n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8576 then a dead man hath to do the actions of the living: then a dead man hath to do the actions of the living: cs dt j n1 vhz pc-acp vdi dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg: (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8577 as the Apostle speaks, Gal. 2. 19. I am dead to the Law, that I might live unto God. as the Apostle speaks, Gal. 2. 19. I am dead to the Law, that I might live unto God. c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm j p-acp dt n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8578 God made Saint Paul alive unto him, but first he charged his law upon his conscience, God made Saint Paul alive unto him, but First he charged his law upon his conscience, np1 vvd n1 np1 j p-acp pno31, cc-acp ord pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8579 and made him seem to be a dead man to the law: That he had no life or •••ty to do any thing pleasing to God: and made him seem to be a dead man to the law: That he had no life or •••ty to do any thing pleasing to God: cc vvd pno31 vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1: cst pns31 vhd dx n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi d n1 vvg p-acp np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8580 but when the Lord made him aliv• to himself, then he could do something; but when the Lord made him aliv• to himself, then he could do something; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp px31, cs pns31 vmd vdi pi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8581 nay, he was able to do all things, through the Lord Jesus Christ that strengthned him. nay, he was able to do all things, through the Lord jesus christ that strengthened him. uh, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi d n2, p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 cst vvn pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8582 But in himself, both still, and before, he was altogether dead to the law of God; But in himself, both still, and before, he was altogether dead to the law of God; cc-acp p-acp px31, d av, cc a-acp, pns31 vbds av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8583 so that when the law comes, and shews a mans estate unto him, it shews him his utter inability to the performance of any good duty. so that when the law comes, and shows a men estate unto him, it shows him his utter inability to the performance of any good duty. av cst c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvz dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vvz pno31 po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8584 The Pharisee will to the Temple as well as the Publican; The Pharisee will to the Temple as well as the Publican; dt np1 vmb p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8585 Saul will Sacrifice as well as Samuel; Prophane people will take up the Ordinances of God, Saul will Sacrifice as well as Samuel; Profane people will take up the Ordinances of God, np1 vmb vvi c-acp av c-acp np1; j n1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8586 as if they had life to go through them, as well as the people of God. as if they had life to go through them, as well as the people of God. c-acp cs pns32 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8587 But when the law comes, it plainly convinceth a man; But when the law comes, it plainly Convinces a man; p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, pn31 av-j vvz dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8588 it makes him feel and understand, that he hath no activity, or life to perform any thing pleasing to Almighty God; it makes him feel and understand, that he hath no activity, or life to perform any thing pleasing to Almighty God; pn31 vvz pno31 vvi cc vvi, cst pns31 vhz dx n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 vvg p-acp j-jn np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8589 a dead man can do nothing, he is cut off from all the actions of the living; a dead man can do nothing, he is Cut off from all the actions of the living; dt j n1 vmb vdi pix, pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8590 dead men they cannot devise ought, they cannot purpose ought, they cannot work ought. dead men they cannot devise ought, they cannot purpose ought, they cannot work ought. j n2 pns32 vmbx vvi pi, pns32 vmbx vvi pi, pns32 vmbx vvi pi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8591 So when the Law of God is charged upon a man, and shews him that he is but a dead man; So when the Law of God is charged upon a man, and shows him that he is but a dead man; av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8592 and a damned man, now he seeth, he can as well create a world, as make a prayer: and a damned man, now he sees, he can as well create a world, as make a prayer: cc dt j-vvn n1, av pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb a-acp av vvi dt n1, c-acp vvb dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8593 he can as well remove a Mountain, as do any thing acceptable to God. Such a man will say, I am a dry tree, and cannot grow; he can as well remove a Mountain, as do any thing acceptable to God. Such a man will say, I am a dry tree, and cannot grow; pns31 vmb a-acp av vvi dt n1, c-acp vdb d n1 j p-acp np1. d dt n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vbm dt j n1, cc vmbx vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 16
8594 I am lost in the wildernesse of sin, and cannot get out again. Thus we see wherein this deadnesse consists. I am lost in the Wilderness of since, and cannot get out again. Thus we see wherein this deadness consists. pns11 vbm vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmbx vvi av av. av pns12 vvb c-crq d n1 vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 718 Page 17
8595 2. Now I come to shew you the Effects if this deadnesse, how it pulls down the heart: 2. Now I come to show you the Effects if this deadness, how it pulls down the heart: crd av pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n2 cs d n1, c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8596 this will pull down the heart of a man marvellously, when the Law chargeth this upon him, that he is but a dead man; this will pull down the heart of a man marvellously, when the Law charges this upon him, that he is but a dead man; d vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j, c-crq dt n1 vvz d p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8597 though the will of man be infinitely unruly, it is wild, it is like the mad man in the Gospel, that the Divel was in, no man was able to bind him, no Chains were able to hold him, no Creature could tame him, Mark. 5. 34. So it is with the will of an unregenerate man, his will is marvellous wild, he breaks all bonds, though the will of man be infinitely unruly, it is wild, it is like the mad man in the Gospel, that the devil was in, no man was able to bind him, no Chains were able to hold him, no Creature could tame him, Mark. 5. 34. So it is with the will of an unregenerate man, his will is marvellous wild, he breaks all bonds, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb av-j j, pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vbds p-acp, dx n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31, dx n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pno31, dx n1 vmd vvi pno31, vvb. crd crd av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, po31 n1 vbz j j, pns31 vvz d n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8598 and snaps all cords in pieces, and casts off the yoak from him. Let God bid him do this, he will not do it; and snaps all cords in Pieces, and Cast off the yoke from him. Let God bid him do this, he will not do it; cc vvz d n2 p-acp n2, cc vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31. vvb np1 vvi pno31 vdi d, pns31 vmb xx vdi pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8599 let him be in a good mood, he is presently out of it again; let him be in a good mood, he is presently out of it again; vvb pno31 vbi p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vbz av-j av pp-f pn31 av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8600 let him be convinced of his vain hopes, and let him see what a wretched Creature he is, he will have vain hopes again; let him be convinced of his vain hope's, and let him see what a wretched Creature he is, he will have vain hope's again; vvb pno31 vbi vvn pp-f po31 j n2, cc vvb pno31 vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz, pns31 vmb vhi j n2 av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8601 his will is infinitely unruly, and desperately wild, the very Divel in hell hath the rule of it; his will is infinitely unruly, and desperately wild, the very devil in hell hath the Rule of it; po31 n1 vbz av-j j, cc av-j j, dt j n1 p-acp n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8602 it is full of life against God and his Commandments, and will never yield while the wo•ld stands, till now the Lord comes with his Law, it is full of life against God and his commandments, and will never yield while the wo•ld Stands, till now the Lord comes with his Law, pn31 vbz j pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, cc vmb av-x vvi cs dt n1 vvz, c-acp av dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8603 and shews a man, that he is a dead man, and a damned man, and shews him that he is under the wrath of God; and shows a man, that he is a dead man, and a damned man, and shows him that he is under the wrath of God; cc vvz dt n1, cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1, cc vvz pno31 cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8604 the Law is able to do this, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 4. 15. The Law causeth wrath, It makes a man appear to lye under the wrath of God, under Gods everlasting displeasure, the Law is able to do this, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 4. 15. The Law Causes wrath, It makes a man appear to lie under the wrath of God, under God's everlasting displeasure, dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi d, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp npg1 j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8605 and in the mouth of hell and damnation; and in the Mouth of hell and damnation; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8606 and if God be not merciful to him, and more merciful then to a world of men, he seeth he is a dead man, utterly lost, and undone for ever; and if God be not merciful to him, and more merciful then to a world of men, he sees he is a dead man, utterly lost, and undone for ever; cc cs np1 vbb xx j p-acp pno31, cc av-dc j cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz pns31 vbz dt j n1, av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8607 now this will make his spirit yield, and make his heart begin to come in; now this will make his Spirit yield, and make his heart begin to come in; av d vmb vvi po31 n1 vvi, cc vvi po31 n1 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8608 as the Psalmist speaks concerning Princes, He shall cut off the spirit of Princes, he is terrible to the Kings of the earth, Psal. 76. 12. Kings and Princes have stout spirits; as the Psalmist speaks Concerning Princes, He shall Cut off the Spirit of Princes, he is terrible to the Kings of the earth, Psalm 76. 12. Kings and Princes have stout spirits; c-acp dt n1 vvz vvg n2, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd ng1 cc n2 vhb j n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8609 now when the Lord sends but a little terrour into their hearts, he is able to snib their spirits, now when the Lord sends but a little terror into their hearts, he is able to snib their spirits, av c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vbz j p-acp n1 po32 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8610 for all their security, and for all the height of their magnanimity; for all their security, and for all the height of their magnanimity; p-acp d po32 n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8611 he is able to cut off all, by sending his terrour into their hearts, so the Law sends terrour into the heart. he is able to Cut off all, by sending his terror into their hearts, so the Law sends terror into the heart. pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp d, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8612 Can there be a greater terrour then to have the Law denounce a man to be a dead man? and that the wrath of God is gone out against him? and that he lyeth in the very mouth of all the Canons of the fury of the most High? This will break the heart of a man, Can there be a greater terror then to have the Law denounce a man to be a dead man? and that the wrath of God is gone out against him? and that he lies in the very Mouth of all the Canonas of the fury of the most High? This will break the heart of a man, vmb a-acp vbi dt jc n1 cs pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1? cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av p-acp pno31? cc cst pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j? d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8613 if his heart were made of brasse, this would break it. if his heart were made of brass, this would break it. cs po31 n1 vbdr vvn pp-f n1, d vmd vvi pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8614 Look as it was with the Moabites, 2 Sam. 8. 2. They were stout against David, and would not yield and submit unto him; Look as it was with the Moabites, 2 Sam. 8. 2. They were stout against David, and would not yield and submit unto him; n1 c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr j p-acp np1, cc vmd xx vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8615 but when David smote them, and measured them with a cord, and cast them down to the ground; but when David smote them, and measured them with a cord, and cast them down to the ground; cc-acp c-crq np1 vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8616 when he measured them with two cords to put them to death, and with one full cord to keep them alive; when he measured them with two cords to put them to death, and with one full cord to keep them alive; c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp crd n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc p-acp crd j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8617 then saith the Text, the Moabites became Davids servants, and brought him gifts. then Says the Text, the Moabites became Davids Servants, and brought him Gifts. av vvz dt n1, dt np2 vvd np1 n2, cc vvd pno31 n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8618 So it is with a prophane creature, whilest God lets him go on, he is stout, So it is with a profane creature, whilst God lets him go on, he is stout, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cs np1 vvz pno31 vvi a-acp, pns31 vbz j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8619 and will not serve God, but his will is altogether crosse, and contrary to Gods will and Commandments; and will not serve God, but his will is altogether cross, and contrary to God's will and commandments; cc vmb xx vvi np1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz av j, cc j-jn p-acp npg1 n1 cc n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8620 he will not take up those courses that God commands, he will not submit himself to the precifenesse of the Gospel, his will is infinitely crosse in this kind, and marvellous obstinate. he will not take up those courses that God commands, he will not submit himself to the precifenesse of the Gospel, his will is infinitely cross in this kind, and marvellous obstinate. pns31 vmb xx vvi a-acp d n2 cst np1 vvz, pns31 vmb xx vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 vbz av-j j p-acp d n1, cc j j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8621 But if the Lord takes him in hand, and charges his Law upon his conscience, he puts such terrours into his heart, that he is willing to submit unto God upon any terms. But if the Lord Takes him in hand, and charges his Law upon his conscience, he puts such terrors into his heart, that he is willing to submit unto God upon any terms. p-acp cs dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8622 I confesse the Law cannot do this of it self; it cannot thus bring down the will of a man, and mortifie a mans sins: I confess the Law cannot do this of it self; it cannot thus bring down the will of a man, and mortify a men Sins: pns11 vvb dt n1 vmbx vdi d pp-f pn31 n1; pn31 vmbx av vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi dt ng1 n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8623 For if the damned in hell were let loose again, to live here upon earth, they would forget all their former Plagues, For if the damned in hell were let lose again, to live Here upon earth, they would forget all their former Plagues, c-acp cs dt j-vvn p-acp n1 vbdr vvn j av, pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vvi d po32 j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8624 and Torments, and sin would revive again in them. and Torments, and since would revive again in them. cc n2, cc n1 vmd vvi av p-acp pno32. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8625 The Law of it self, can only lay sinne in a swound, it will up again if it be loose: The Law of it self, can only lay sin in a swoon, it will up again if it be lose: dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1, vmb av-j vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb a-acp av cs pn31 vbb j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8626 the law cannot do this of it self; the law cannot do this of it self; dt n1 vmbx vdi d pp-f pn31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8627 but I speak now of the Law, as it is Gods Instrument. Hereby he pulls down the heart of a man, and pulls down his Spirit; but I speak now of the Law, as it is God's Instrument. Hereby he pulls down the heart of a man, and pulls down his Spirit; cc-acp pns11 vvb av pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbz npg1 n1. av pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz a-acp po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 17
8628 labour will pull down any mans spirit: labour will pull down any men Spirit: n1 vmb vvi a-acp d ng1 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8629 when a man is in labour, and pain, and affliction, it will make a mans stomack come down; when a man is in labour, and pain, and affliction, it will make a men stomach come down; c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1 vvb a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8630 as we may see, Psal. 107. 11, 12. Because they rebelled, against the words of the Lord•; as we may see, Psalm 107. 11, 12. Because they rebelled, against the words of the Lord•; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp pns32 vvd, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8631 therefore he humbled their heart with labour and heaviness; then they fell down, but there was no helper: Therefore he humbled their heart with labour and heaviness; then they fell down, but there was no helper: av pns31 vvd po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; av pns32 vvd a-acp, cc-acp pc-acp vbds dx n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8632 Before they were stout against the Lord, and would not hearken unto him, and obey his Commandments; Before they were stout against the Lord, and would not harken unto him, and obey his commandments; c-acp pns32 vbdr j p-acp dt n1, cc vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi po31 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8633 now the Lord brought down their heart. now the Lord brought down their heart. av dt n1 vvd a-acp po32 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8634 But how did he bring them down? he pulled them down by laying labours upon them; But how did he bring them down? he pulled them down by laying labours upon them; p-acp q-crq vdd pns31 vvi pno32 a-acp? pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp vvg n2 p-acp pno32; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8635 labour, and torment, and heavynesse pulled down their hearts. labour, and torment, and heaviness pulled down their hearts. n1, cc n1, cc n1 vvd a-acp po32 n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8636 So when the Law makes the heart labour under the wrath of God, it lies labouring, So when the Law makes the heart labour under the wrath of God, it lies labouring, av c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvz vvg, (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8637 and quaking, and shaking, and weltring, and bleeding under the wrath of God; and quaking, and shaking, and weltering, and bleeding under the wrath of God; cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8638 this pulls down the will ▪ And now I come to speak of the Effects it works, in doing of it. this pulls down the will ▪ And now I come to speak of the Effects it works, in doing of it. d vvz a-acp dt n1 ▪ cc av pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pn31 vvz, p-acp vdg pp-f pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 719 Page 18
8639 1. The First Effect is this, It casts the heart into those woful privations we read of; 1. The First Effect is this, It Cast the heart into those woeful privations we read of; crd dt ord vvb vbz d, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d j n2 pns12 vvb pp-f; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8640 there are abundance of comfortable things, which the man which is alive in his own conceit, thinks himself to have. there Are abundance of comfortable things, which the man which is alive in his own conceit, thinks himself to have. pc-acp vbr n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq dt n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 d n1, vvz px31 pc-acp vhi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8641 Now when the Law comes to deaden him, it knocks him off from all those comfortable things he seemed to have; Now when the Law comes to deaden him, it knocks him off from all those comfortable things he seemed to have; av c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno31, pn31 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp d d j n2 pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8642 whereas he seemed to have some admittance to God in prayer, he could pray to him before, whereas he seemed to have Some admittance to God in prayer, he could pray to him before, cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8643 but now he sees he is an out-cast, and dares not lift up his eyes to heaven: but now he sees he is an outcast, and dares not lift up his eyes to heaven: cc-acp av pns31 vvz pns31 vbz dt n1, cc vvz xx vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8644 Before he hoped that God would have mercy on him, and that he had some interest in Christ, and hope of salvation; Before he hoped that God would have mercy on him, and that he had Some Interest in christ, and hope of salvation; c-acp pns31 vvd cst np1 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno31, cc cst pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8645 but now he seeth he is lost: Before he seemed to have liberty, and freedom; he could do this, and that, and had a thousand evasions; but now he sees he is lost: Before he seemed to have liberty, and freedom; he could do this, and that, and had a thousand evasions; cc-acp av pns31 vvz pns31 vbz vvn: c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi n1, cc n1; pns31 vmd vdi d, cc cst, cc vhd dt crd n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8646 but now he seeth himself a meer captive: before he thought he had some riches, some goodnesse; but now he sees himself a mere captive: before he Thought he had Some riches, Some Goodness; cc-acp av pns31 vvz px31 dt j n-jn: c-acp pns31 vvd pns31 vhd d n2, d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8647 but now he seeth he is but a poor begger: but now he sees he is but a poor beggar: cc-acp av pns31 vvz pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8648 before he had some Fig-leaves to cover him, but now he seeth he is altogether naked: before he had Some Fig leaves to cover him, but now he sees he is altogether naked: c-acp pns31 vhd d j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp av pns31 vvz pns31 vbz av j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8649 before he was heart-whole, and sound, he had peace, and comfort, and quietnesse within him, but now he is altogether broken. before he was heart-whole, and found, he had peace, and Comfort, and quietness within him, but now he is altogether broken. c-acp pns31 vbds j, cc n1, pns31 vhd n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp av pns31 vbz av vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8650 This is the effect of this deadnesse, it brings all these privations into the soul; death is a privation it self, and it brings an hundred privations with it; This is the Effect of this deadness, it brings all these privations into the soul; death is a privation it self, and it brings an hundred privations with it; d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn31 vvz d d n2 p-acp dt n1; n1 vbz dt n1 pn31 n1, cc pn31 vvz dt crd n2 p-acp pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8651 even a privation of all the priviledges of the living: this the Law doth when it comes. even a privation of all the privileges of the living: this the Law does when it comes. av dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg: d dt n1 vdz c-crq pn31 vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8652 All this while the Soul is lost, and captived, and poor, and blind, and miserable, and naked, and an outcast; All this while the Soul is lost, and captived, and poor, and blind, and miserable, and naked, and an outcast; av-d d cs dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8653 it is utterly undone, and altogether unable to help it self; it is utterly undone, and altogether unable to help it self; pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cc av j-u pc-acp vvi pn31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8654 and this as it doth make a man an Object of the Gospel, one for whom Christ dyed, and this as it does make a man an Object of the Gospel, one for whom christ died, cc d c-acp pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pi p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd, (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8655 as it points out such a man; as it points out such a man; c-acp pn31 vvz av d dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8656 so there is a Finger of the Gospel in it also, when the soul understands the goodnesse of the Gospel, so there is a Finger of the Gospel in it also, when the soul understands the Goodness of the Gospel, av a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31 av, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8657 and sees it self to be lost for want thereof; and sees it self to be lost for want thereof; cc vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8658 yet notwithstanding the first stroke is given by the Law, the first stroke that casts the Soul into this privation is done by the Law, yet notwithstanding the First stroke is given by the Law, the First stroke that Cast the Soul into this privation is done by the Law, av p-acp dt ord n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, dt ord n1 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8659 and if the Lord means to convert, there the Gospel begins, Luk. 4. 18. The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, and if the Lord means to convert, there the Gospel begins, Luk. 4. 18. The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, cc cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi, a-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8660 because he hath annointed me, that I should preach the Gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives, Because he hath anointed me, that I should preach the Gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11, cst pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j; pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn j-vvn, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8661 and recovering of sight to the blind, that I should set at liberty them that are bruised. and recovering of sighed to the blind, that I should Set At liberty them that Are Bruised. cc vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp n1 pno32 cst vbr vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8662 When the Law hath humbled a man, and thus brought down his will, then begins the work of the Gospel. When the Law hath humbled a man, and thus brought down his will, then begins the work of the Gospel. c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, cc av vvd a-acp po31 n1, av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8663 As we use to say of Natural Philosophy; where Natural Philosophy ends, there Physick begins; So where the Law ends, the Gospel begins. As we use to say of Natural Philosophy; where Natural Philosophy ends, there Physic begins; So where the Law ends, the Gospel begins. c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f j n1; c-crq j n1 vvz, pc-acp vvi vvz; av c-crq dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8664 Thus we see the first Effect of this deadnesse. Thus we see the First Effect of this deadness. av pns12 vvb dt ord vvb pp-f d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 720 Page 18
8665 2. Secondly, When the Law hath done this, when the deadnesse the Law hath wrought, hath produced this Effect; 2. Secondly, When the Law hath done this, when the deadness the Law hath wrought, hath produced this Effect; crd ord, c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn d, c-crq dt n1 dt n1 vhz vvn, vhz vvn d vvb; (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 18
8666 then the next Effect is this, the Law holds the heart there: when a man is dead, the effect of death is to hold a man there. then the next Effect is this, the Law holds the heart there: when a man is dead, the Effect of death is to hold a man there. av dt ord vvb vbz d, dt n1 vvz dt n1 a-acp: c-crq dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp. (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 18
8667 There is no redresse, no return, without the Almighty power of God: there is no return to his former life. There is no redress, no return, without the Almighty power of God: there is no return to his former life. pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1: pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 18
8668 So when the Law hath deaded a man, it holds a man there, though a man would never so fain get out, he cannot; So when the Law hath deadened a man, it holds a man there, though a man would never so fain get out, he cannot; av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 a-acp, cs dt n1 vmd av-x av av-j vvi av, pns31 vmbx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8669 he will be snatching at a Christ, and looking at the promises, and be presuming that there is mercy for him; he will be snatching At a christ, and looking At the promises, and be presuming that there is mercy for him; pns31 vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt np1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2, cc vbi vvg cst pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8670 he would fain be brisk again. he would fain be brisk again. pns31 vmd av-j vbi j av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8671 But if the Law hath killed him, and made him a dead man, he cannot get out. But if the Law hath killed him, and made him a dead man, he cannot get out. p-acp cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, cc vvd pno31 dt j n1, pns31 vmbx vvi av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8672 Rom. 7. 6. the Apostle saith, We are delivered from the Law, being dead unto that wherein we were holden ▪ St. Paul could not get out to his livelynesse again, but the Law held him. Rom. 7. 6. the Apostle Says, We Are Delivered from the Law, being dead unto that wherein we were held ▪ Saint Paul could not get out to his livelynesse again, but the Law held him. np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, vbg j p-acp cst c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn ▪ n1 np1 vmd xx vvi av p-acp po31 n1 av, cc-acp dt n1 vvd pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8673 So it is with the Law, when the Law of God hath humbled a man, and made him a dead man, it holds him there; So it is with the Law, when the Law of God hath humbled a man, and made him a dead man, it holds him there; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn dt n1, cc vvd pno31 dt j n1, pn31 vvz pno31 a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8674 let the Divel come with all the comforts he can, there is no evasion; let the devil come with all the comforts he can, there is no evasion; vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp d dt n2 pns31 vmb, pc-acp vbz dx n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8675 let his vain neighbors bring what Scriptures they can to cheer him, there is nothing can lift that soul up: let his vain neighbours bring what Scriptures they can to cheer him, there is nothing can lift that soul up: vvb po31 j n2 vvi r-crq n2 pns32 vmb pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi d n1 a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8676 let all profits and pleasures come, they cannot take off his heart, they cannot make him alive again, let all profits and pleasures come, they cannot take off his heart, they cannot make him alive again, vvb d n2 cc n2 vvb, pns32 vmbx vvi a-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pno31 j av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8677 unlesse it please the Lord to quicken and revive him. unless it please the Lord to quicken and revive him. cs pn31 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 721 Page 19
8678 2. The next Effect of this deadnesse is, that it makes the heart stiff: when the body is dead, all the members are stiff, the beatings of the pulses cease, and all are stiff. 2. The next Effect of this deadness is, that it makes the heart stiff: when the body is dead, all the members Are stiff, the beatings of the pulses cease, and all Are stiff. crd dt ord vvb pp-f d n1 vbz, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 j: c-crq dt n1 vbz j, d dt n2 vbr j, dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2 vvb, cc d vbr j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8679 So when a man is killed by the Law, it makes his head stiff, it breaks off all his arguing, So when a man is killed by the Law, it makes his head stiff, it breaks off all his arguing, av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz po31 n1 j, pn31 vvz a-acp d po31 vvg, (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8680 and reasoning, and disputing against the Law of God; and reasoning, and disputing against the Law of God; cc vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8681 That is against my profit, and that is against my pleasure, and that is against my credit; That is against my profit, and that is against my pleasure, and that is against my credit; cst vbz p-acp po11 n1, cc d vbz p-acp po11 n1, cc d vbz p-acp po11 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8682 thus the heart is full of life end activity before. But when the Law comes, and shews him he is a dead man: thus the heart is full of life end activity before. But when the Law comes, and shows him he is a dead man: av dt n1 vbz j pp-f n1 n1 n1 a-acp. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvz pno31 pns31 vbz dt j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8683 now he is not able to stir, now he can say, what if it be against my profit, now he is not able to stir, now he can say, what if it be against my profit, av pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, av pns31 vmb vvi, r-crq cs pn31 vbb p-acp po11 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8684 and pleasure? what if it be against my credit? what if men make a mock at me? I am a dead man if I live not in this course. and pleasure? what if it be against my credit? what if men make a mock At me? I am a dead man if I live not in this course. cc n1? q-crq cs pn31 vbb p-acp po11 n1? q-crq cs n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno11? pns11 vbm dt j n1 cs pns11 vvb xx p-acp d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8685 Psal. 36. 12. There saith the Text, They are fallen that work iniquity, they are cast d•w• 〈 ◊ 〉 shall not be able to rise. Psalm 36. 12. There Says the Text, They Are fallen that work iniquity, they Are cast d•w• 〈 ◊ 〉 shall not be able to rise. np1 crd crd pc-acp vvz dt n1, pns32 vbr vvn d n1 n1, pns32 vbr vvn n1 〈 sy 〉 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8686 So when the Law of God comes, and preacheth righteousnesse to a man, and shews him against whom he hath sinned, it makes him a dead man, he cannot stir any more; So when the Law of God comes, and Preacheth righteousness to a man, and shows him against whom he hath sinned, it makes him a dead man, he cannot stir any more; av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pn31 vvz pno31 dt j n1, pns31 vmbx vvi d av-dc; (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8687 if the Divel bids him reason for his lusts, he dares not do it; if the devil bids him reason for his Lustiest, he dares not do it; cs dt n1 vvz pno31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz xx vdi pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8688 if his old company perswade him to his former life and conversation, he dares not do it. if his old company persuade him to his former life and Conversation, he dares not do it. cs po31 j n1 vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz xx vdi pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8689 Isa•. 41. 21. Stand to your cause saith the Lord, bring forth your strong reasons, saith the God of Jacob. You could be reasoning, Isa•. 41. 21. Stand to your cause Says the Lord, bring forth your strong Reasons, Says the God of Jacob. You could be reasoning, np1. crd crd n1 p-acp po22 n1 vvz dt n1, vvb av po22 j n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 pn22 vmd vbi vvg, (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8690 and pleading for your lusts, let us now hear your strong reasons, and arguments. Now this man is a dead man, and a damned man; and pleading for your Lustiest, let us now hear your strong Reasons, and Arguments. Now this man is a dead man, and a damned man; cc vvg p-acp po22 n2, vvb pno12 av vvi po22 j n2, cc n2. av d n1 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8691 he hath no reason, no plea to alledge, to go on in his former course, this man is killed now. he hath no reason, no plea to allege, to go on in his former course, this man is killed now. pns31 vhz dx n1, dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, d n1 vbz vvn av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 722 Page 19
8692 4. Fourthly, This deadnesse makes the •eart yield; before the Law comes, the heart is marvellous obstinate, 4. Fourthly, This deadness makes the •eart yield; before the Law comes, the heart is marvellous obstinate, crd ord, d n1 vvz dt n1 vvi; p-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vbz j j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8693 but now when the stiffnesse of it is gone, and the Law hath made him a dead man, but now when the stiffness of it is gone, and the Law hath made him a dead man, cc-acp av c-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8694 now he will yield, 2 Chron. 30. 8. As H•zekiah speaks; now he will yield, 2 Chronicles 30. 8. As H•zekiah speaks; av pns31 vmb vvi, crd np1 crd crd p-acp np1 vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8695 Be not now stiff-•ecked as your fath•rs, but give the hand to the Lord, and come into his Sanctuary. Be not now stiff-•ecked as your fath•rs, but give the hand to the Lord, and come into his Sanctuary. vbb xx av j c-acp po22 n2, cc-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp po31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8696 So when the Lord hath broken the neck of a mans stiffnesse, and hath broken his back-bone, that he cannot stand stiffly out, So when the Lord hath broken the neck of a men stiffness, and hath broken his backbone, that he cannot stand stiffly out, av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc vhz vvn po31 n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi av-j av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8697 and hath taken away his livelynesse, which was his whale-bone as it were, to uphold him in his strength, and hath taken away his livelynesse, which was his whalebone as it were, to uphold him in his strength, cc vhz vvn av po31 n1, r-crq vbds po31 n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8698 and courage, and in his sins Now his heart is made to yield to God, he cannot now but yield to the Lord. and courage, and in his Sins Now his heart is made to yield to God, he cannot now but yield to the Lord. cc n1, cc p-acp po31 n2 av po31 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vmbx av cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8699 Thus it is with a poor creature, when the law works upon him, he cannot stand out any longer: Thus it is with a poor creature, when the law works upon him, he cannot stand out any longer: av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31, pns31 vmbx vvi av d jc: (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8700 It is m•st true, before the Lord converts a man he doth take away his stiffnesse, It is m•st true, before the Lord converts a man he does take away his stiffness, pn31 vbz av-ds j, p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pns31 vdz vvi av po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8701 and make a man a dead man. and make a man a dead man. cc vvi dt n1 dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8702 But you will say, when a man is dead, all his joynts are stiff, his body is cold, and grows stiff; But you will say, when a man is dead, all his Joints Are stiff, his body is cold, and grows stiff; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, c-crq dt n1 vbz j, d po31 n2 vbr j, po31 n1 vbz j-jn, cc vvz j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8703 but when a man is alive, his joynts are lithe and lively. but when a man is alive, his Joints Are Light and lively. cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j, po31 n2 vbr j cc j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8704 I Answer, It is true, the law of God cannot take away a mans natural stiffnesse, I Answer, It is true, the law of God cannot take away a men natural stiffness, pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi av dt ng1 j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8705 but his voluntary stiffness is taken a way. The voluntary stiffnesse is taken away when he is dead; but his voluntary stiffness is taken a Way. The voluntary stiffness is taken away when he is dead; cc-acp po31 j-jn n1 vbz vvn dt n1. dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn av c-crq pns31 vbz j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8706 when a man was alive, he could shut his hand, and hold it so; he could stretch out his arm, and hold it so: when a man was alive, he could shut his hand, and hold it so; he could stretch out his arm, and hold it so: c-crq dt n1 vbds j, pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc vvb pn31 av; pns31 vmd vvi av po31 n1, cc vvb pn31 av: (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8707 but when a man is dead, he cannot do so. So it is in this case, although the stiffnesse of nature remain still; but when a man is dead, he cannot do so. So it is in this case, although the stiffness of nature remain still; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j, pns31 vmbx vdi av. av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 19
8708 yet the voluntary stiffnesse is taken away; the will and heart of a man is out of life; yet the voluntary stiffness is taken away; the will and heart of a man is out of life; av dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn av; dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8709 It cannot be stiff towards God. It cannot be stiff towards God. pn31 vmbx vbi j p-acp np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8710 I confesse, the Lord doth not take a way all stiffnesse, no not out of his Saints; I confess, the Lord does not take a Way all stiffness, no not out of his Saints; pns11 vvb, dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 d n1, uh-dx xx av pp-f po31 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8711 but he takes so much stiffnesse out of the heart, as to make it a patient, he shall not be voluntarily stiff, he shall not be overcomingly resisting. but he Takes so much stiffness out of the heart, as to make it a patient, he shall not be voluntarily stiff, he shall not be overcomingly resisting. cc-acp pns31 vvz av d n1 av pp-f dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j, pns31 vmb xx vbi av-jn j, pns31 vmb xx vbi av-vvg vvg. (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8712 Divines use to say, that in the first conversion of a sinner, he is meerly a Patient; Divines use to say, that in the First conversion of a sinner, he is merely a Patient; n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbz av-j dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8713 first the Lord makes him a patient, and then converts him, Jer. 31. 19. After I was converted, I repented, First the Lord makes him a patient, and then converts him, Jer. 31. 19. After I was converted, I repented, ord dt n1 vvz pno31 dt j, cc av vvz pno31, np1 crd crd p-acp pns11 vbds vvn, pns11 vvd, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8714 after I was instructed, I smote upon the thigh, &c. ••st God made him a patient, After I was instructed, I smote upon the thigh, etc. ••st God made him a patient, c-acp pns11 vbds vvn, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1, av vvd np1 vvd pno31 dt j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8715 and instructed him, and afterwards converted him. and instructed him, and afterwards converted him. cc vvd pno31, cc av vvn pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 723 Page 20
8716 The Use of the Points is this, Is it so that the law of God doth make a man a dead man? Then here we may observe the wonderful p•wer of the law; The Use of the Points is this, Is it so that the law of God does make a man a dead man? Then Here we may observe the wondered p•wer of the law; dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz d, vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi dt n1 dt j n1? av av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8717 a man hath so much livelinesse in him, so much •se and activity, and so many strong conceits, that it is wonderful hard to make him dead; a man hath so much liveliness in him, so much •se and activity, and so many strong conceits, that it is wondered hard to make him dead; dt n1 vhz av d n1 p-acp pno31, av d n1 cc n1, cc av d j n2, cst pn31 vbz j av-j pc-acp vvi pno31 j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8718 therefore the word of God is mighty. Therefore the word of God is mighty. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8719 It is said of •p•••, that he did mightily convince the Jewes, Act. 18. 28. for he was mighty in the Scriptures; It is said of •p•••, that he did mightily convince the Jews, Act. 18. 28. for he was mighty in the Scriptures; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f n1, cst pns31 vdd av-j vvi dt np2, n1 crd crd c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8720 there had need be might in the Scriptures to do this. there had need be might in the Scriptures to do this. a-acp vhd n1 vbi n1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vdi d. (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8721 What strong reasons had they in regard of flesh and blood, that Jesus was not the Christ? What, he the Christ that was born in a manger, What strong Reasons had they in regard of Flesh and blood, that jesus was not the christ? What, he the christ that was born in a manger, q-crq j n2 vhd pns32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst np1 vbds xx dt np1? q-crq, pns31 dt np1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8722 and hath none but a beggerly company to his kindred? Are not his brethren and kinsfolk 〈 ◊ 〉? None but th• tag-rag and refuse of the Country follow him. and hath none but a beggarly company to his kindred? are not his brothers and kinsfolk 〈 ◊ 〉? None but th• tagrag and refuse of the Country follow him. cc vhz pix p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1? vbr xx po31 n2 cc n1 〈 sy 〉? pi p-acp n1 j cc vvi pp-f dt n1 vvb pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8723 What, he that had no form or beauty in him, the Saviour of the world? The Word of God was marvellous powerfull, that could convince them of thi•; What, he that had no from or beauty in him, the Saviour of the world? The Word of God was marvellous powerful, that could convince them of thi•; q-crq, pns31 cst vhd dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j j, cst vmd vvi pno32 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8724 so a man that goeth on in his sinful estate and condition, it is a marvellous hard thing to convince him that he is a dead man: so a man that Goes on in his sinful estate and condition, it is a marvellous hard thing to convince him that he is a dead man: av dt n1 cst vvz p-acp p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 cst pns31 vbz dt j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8725 he hears the Word constantly, and goes on in his Calling diligently, and he hopes that Christ •ed for him; he hears the Word constantly, and Goes on in his Calling diligently, and he hope's that christ •ed for him; pns31 vvz dt n1 av-j, cc vvz a-acp p-acp po31 vvg av-j, cc pns31 vvz cst np1 vvd p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8726 he is afraid of sin, and his heart trembles to commit sin, and he is sorry for his sins, he is thus, and thus: he is afraid of since, and his heart trembles to commit since, and he is sorry for his Sins, he is thus, and thus: pns31 vbz j pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1, cc pns31 vbz j p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbz av, cc av: (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8727 he that hath so many things to plead for himselfe, what, he a dead man? It is impossible Therefore if the law of God be able to convince a man, he that hath so many things to plead for himself, what, he a dead man? It is impossible Therefore if the law of God be able to convince a man, pns31 cst vhz av d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, r-crq, pns31 dt j n1? pn31 vbz j av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8728 and make a man a de a man that is so full of l•fe, the law must needs be mighty that can do this: and make a man a de a man that is so full of l•fe, the law must needs be mighty that can do this: cc vvi dt n1 dt zz dt n1 cst vbz av j pp-f n1, dt n1 vmb av vbi j cst vmb vdi d: (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8729 to dead this man, and kill this man, is a mighty work. to dead this man, and kill this man, is a mighty work. p-acp j d n1, cc vvi d n1, vbz dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8730 So that we may say, as the Psalmist saith of the Sea and the Mountains, Psal. 114. 5, 6. W•a• ••ed •hee, O Sea, that thou fleddest? O Jordan, So that we may say, as the Psalmist Says of the Sea and the Mountains, Psalm 114. 5, 6. W•a• ••ed •hee, Oh Sea, that thou fleddest? O Jordan, av cst pns12 vmb vvi, c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 cc dt n2, np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvd uh, uh n1, cst pns21 vv2? sy np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8731 why were th•• turned back? Ye Mountains, why leaped ye as Rams, and ye Hills as Lambs? So I may say, What ayleth this poor man that he is now driven from his former courses, why were th•• turned back? the Mountains, why leapt you as Rams, and you Hills as Lambs? So I may say, What aileth this poor man that he is now driven from his former courses, q-crq vbdr n1 vvn av? dt n2, q-crq vvd pn22 p-acp n2, cc pn22 n2 p-acp n2? av pns11 vmb vvi, q-crq vvz d j n1 cst pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 j n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8732 and like the •ea, out of his own Channel? what ayls those Mountains of lusts and corruptions, that were settled upon his soule, and like the •ea, out of his own Channel? what ails those Mountains of Lustiest and corruptions, that were settled upon his soul, cc av-j dt n1, av pp-f po31 d n1? q-crq vvz d n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, cst vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8733 as a Mountain upon his Base; as a Mountain upon his Base; c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8734 what ayle these to move, and stir, and fall away? What ayls the man that was so full of life before, that at one Sermon he is killed? What ayls the man? he came brisk and peark into the Church, what ail these to move, and stir, and fallen away? What ails the man that was so full of life before, that At one Sermon he is killed? What ails the man? he Come brisk and park into the Church, q-crq vvb d pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi av? q-crq vvz dt n1 cst vbds av j pp-f n1 a-acp, cst p-acp crd n1 pns31 vbz vvn? q-crq vvz dt n1? pns31 vvd j cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8735 and who but he? He was immoveable from his sinful lusts, and corruptions, and he had this Plea, and who but he? He was immoveable from his sinful Lustiest, and corruptions, and he had this Plea, cc r-crq p-acp pns31? pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 j n2, cc n2, cc pns31 vhd d n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8736 and that confidence, and was full of life, but by one hours discourse (which it may be another heard as well as he, and that confidence, and was full of life, but by one hours discourse (which it may be Another herd as well as he, cc d n1, cc vbds j pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp crd ng2 n1 (r-crq pn31 vmb vbi j-jn vvn c-acp av c-acp pns31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8737 and went away as brisk as before, but) this mans spirit is deaded, and his heart taken down; and went away as brisk as before, but) this men Spirit is deadened, and his heart taken down; cc vvd av p-acp j c-acp a-acp, cc-acp) d ng1 n1 vbz vvn, cc po31 n1 vvn a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8738 what ayls the man now? why the law of God hath done it: See therefore the marvellous power of the law. what ails the man now? why the law of God hath done it: See Therefore the marvellous power of the law. r-crq vvz dt n1 av? q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vdn pn31: vvb av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 724 Page 20
8739 I told you formerly, That when the Law comes home to a mans soule, and is charged upon his Conscience, it casts the heart into all those woful priv•tions we read of in Scripture; I told you formerly, That when the Law comes home to a men soul, and is charged upon his Conscience, it Cast the heart into all those woeful priv•tions we read of in Scripture; pns11 vvd pn22 av-j, cst c-crq dt n1 vvz av-an p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d d j n2 pns12 vvb pp-f p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 20
8740 a man before he is thus deaded by the law, thinks himselfe to be possessed of abundance of comforts, a man before he is thus deadened by the law, thinks himself to be possessed of abundance of comforts, dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz px31 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1 pp-f n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 20
8741 but now he seeth himselfe to be an out-cast, and utterly lost, to be a captive, but now he sees himself to be an outcast, and utterly lost, to be a captive, cc-acp av pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc av-j vvn, pc-acp vbi dt j-jn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 20
8742 and poor, and miserable, and blind, and naked; he lies under all these privations: And as the Philosopher saith, That Privation is one of the Principles of Nature: and poor, and miserable, and blind, and naked; he lies under all these privations: And as the Philosopher Says, That Privation is one of the Principles of Nature: cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j; pns31 vvz p-acp d d n2: cc p-acp dt n1 vvz, cst n1 vbz pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 20
8743 Every body (saith he) hath Three Principles, Matter, Form, and Privation: Every body (Says he) hath Three Principles, Matter, From, and Privation: d n1 (vvz pns31) vhz crd n2, n1, n1, cc n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8744 No natural thing can have this or that From put into it, but it must be deprived of all other Forms, No natural thing can have this or that From put into it, but it must be deprived of all other Forms, uh-dx j n1 vmb vhi d cc cst p-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d j-jn n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8745 as if fire be turned into air; as if fire be turned into air; c-acp cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8746 first the form of fire must be taken away, before it can be turned into air, First the from of fire must be taken away, before it can be turned into air, ord dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn av, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8747 so it is in Grace, Privation is one of the Principles of Religion; so it is in Grace, Privation is one of the Principles of Religion; av pn31 vbz p-acp n1, n1 vbz pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8748 before the life of Christ can be brought into a man, there must first be a Privation of all other contrary lives: before the life of christ can be brought into a man, there must First be a Privation of all other contrary lives: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb ord vbi dt n1 pp-f d j-jn j-jn n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8749 the life of the flesh, that cursed livelinesse of the flesh, the life of sin, the life of the Flesh, that cursed liveliness of the Flesh, the life of since, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8750 and the life of the world, whereby a man lives unto the world, and the things of the world. and the life of the world, whereby a man lives unto the world, and the things of the world. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8751 A man must be deprived of all other lives, of all other forms, he must have a Privation of all other forms, A man must be deprived of all other lives, of all other forms, he must have a Privation of all other forms, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d j-jn n2, pp-f d j-jn n2, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8752 before the life of Christ can be formed in him. before the life of christ can be formed in him. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8753 As for example, Take a man that is worldly wise put him upon civil Affairs, he is wise enough to order all his businesse; As for Exampl, Take a man that is worldly wise put him upon civil Affairs, he is wise enough to order all his business; p-acp p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 cst vbz j n1 vvd pno31 p-acp j n2, pns31 vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi d po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8754 in eating and drinking, he is wise enough not to distemper himself, wise enough to keep a good diet: in eating and drinking, he is wise enough not to distemper himself, wise enough to keep a good diet: p-acp vvg cc vvg, pns31 vbz j av-d xx pc-acp vvi px31, j av-d pc-acp vvi dt j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8755 Put him upon matters of Religion, he is wise there too, he will not be so precise as some are, that are more nice then wise; Put him upon matters of Religion, he is wise there too, he will not be so precise as Some Are, that Are more Nicaenae then wise; vvb pno31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz j a-acp av, pns31 vmb xx vbi av j c-acp d vbr, cst vbr av-dc j cs j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8756 he will be moderate, and wise in the Service of God Tell him, that he is one that doth not please God that he walks to hell-ward, that he hath no care of his Salvation; he will be moderate, and wise in the Service of God Tell him, that he is one that does not please God that he walks to hellward, that he hath no care of his Salvation; pns31 vmb vbi j, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno31, cst pns31 vbz pi cst vdz xx vvi np1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cst pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8757 he thinks that he is wiser then so. he thinks that he is Wiser then so. pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbz jc cs av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8758 Would you make this man a wise man indeed? you can never make him truly a wise man, till you bring a Privation upon him, till he be first deprived of all that worldly wisdom that is in him; Would you make this man a wise man indeed? you can never make him truly a wise man, till you bring a Privation upon him, till he be First deprived of all that worldly Wisdom that is in him; vmd pn22 vvi d n1 dt j n1 av? pn22 vmb av-x vvi pno31 av-j dt j n1, c-acp pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vbb ord vvn pp-f d cst j n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8759 If any man among you seem to be wise (saith the Apostle) let him become a fool that he may 〈 ◊ 〉 wise. If any man among you seem to be wise (Says the Apostle) let him become a fool that he may 〈 ◊ 〉 wise. cs d n1 p-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi j (vvz dt n1) vvb pno31 vvi dt n1 cst pns31 vmb 〈 sy 〉 j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8760 I Cor. 3. 18 Let him have first a Privation of all the seeming wisdom he hath, of all the wisdom of the flesh and carnal reason; I Cor. 3. 18 Let him have First a Privation of all the seeming Wisdom he hath, of all the Wisdom of the Flesh and carnal reason; pns11 np1 crd crd vvb pno31 vhi ord dt n1 pp-f d dt j-vvg n1 pns31 vhz, pp-f d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8761 he must first be a fool, or else true wisdom is not able to enter it to him: he must First be a fool, or Else true Wisdom is not able to enter it to him: pns31 vmb ord vbi dt n1, cc av j n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8762 So if a man would be high, he must first be humbled, and brought low, before he can be trul• high; So if a man would be high, he must First be humbled, and brought low, before he can be trul• high; av cs dt n1 vmd vbi j, pns31 vmb ord vbi vvn, cc vvd av-j, c-acp pns31 vmb vbi n1 j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8763 a man must be naked, before he can be cloat•ed; a man •ust be lost, before he can be found; a man must be naked, before he can be cloat•ed; a man •ust be lost, before he can be found; dt n1 vmb vbi j, c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8764 there are none of you that live in your sins, but you must be stripped of all the forms that are in you; there Are none of you that live in your Sins, but you must be stripped of all the forms that Are in you; pc-acp vbr pix pp-f pn22 cst vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc-acp pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d dt n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8765 there must be a Privation come into you, before true Grace can be formed in you. there must be a Privation come into you, before true Grace can be formed in you. pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvb p-acp pn22, c-acp j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8766 Privation is one of the Principles of Religion, and unlesse you be deprived of all other forms, you cannot have the essential form of Religion come into you; Privation is one of the Principles of Religion, and unless you be deprived of all other forms, you cannot have the essential from of Religion come into you; n1 vbz pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, cc cs pn22 vbb vvn pp-f d j-jn n2, pn22 vmbx vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pn22; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8767 it is the poor that receive the Gospel: it is the poor that receive the Gospel: pn31 vbz dt j cst vvb dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8768 when a man is deprived of all other forms, then is he fit to receive the forme of the Gospel. when a man is deprived of all other forms, then is he fit to receive the Form of the Gospel. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f d j-jn n2, av vbz pns31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8769 When a man is deprived of his own wisdom, he may then receive the wisdom of the Gospel; When a man is deprived of his own Wisdom, he may then receive the Wisdom of the Gospel; c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f po31 d n1, pns31 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8770 when a man is deprived of his own self-confidence, of his own strength, and sufficiency, then he may receive the strength of the Gospel: when a man is deprived of his own self-confidence, of his own strength, and sufficiency, then he may receive the strength of the Gospel: c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f po31 d n1, pp-f po31 d n1, cc n1, cs pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8771 when a man is deprived of all other contrary livelinesse and contrary forms that are opposite to all these, when a man is deprived of all other contrary liveliness and contrary forms that Are opposite to all these, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f d j-jn j-jn n1 cc j-jn n2 cst vbr j-jn p-acp d d, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8772 when a man is deprived of all these, he is capable of the true life of Christ, and the Gospel. when a man is deprived of all these, he is capable of the true life of christ, and the Gospel. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f d d, pns31 vbz j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8773 I will Instance onely in one thing which I named before, and that is poverty: I will Instance only in one thing which I nam before, and that is poverty: pns11 vmb n1 av-j p-acp crd n1 r-crq pns11 vvd a-acp, cc d vbz n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8774 a man can never receive Christ, or any impression of the true form of Christianity, till first his Heart be emptied, a man can never receive christ, or any impression of the true from of Christianity, till First his Heart be emptied, dt n1 vmb av-x vvi np1, cc d n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-acp ord po31 n1 vbi vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8775 and his Will and his Mind be emptied and his Conscience be emptied, till all other forms be voided out, and his Will and his Mind be emptied and his Conscience be emptied, till all other forms be voided out, cc po31 n1 cc po31 n1 vbi vvn cc po31 n1 vbi vvn, c-acp d j-jn n2 vbb vvn av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8776 and he begins to be made poor and nothing in himself, till every room in the soule be naked, and he begins to be made poor and nothing in himself, till every room in the soul be naked, cc pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn j cc pix p-acp px31, c-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 vbb j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8777 and empty, there is never a room for the kingdome of God to come into the soule, the kingdom of God is a great thing, and empty, there is never a room for the Kingdom of God to come into the soul, the Kingdom of God is a great thing, cc j, pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8778 and will take up a great deal of room where it comes, therefore the Heart, and the Mind, and the Will, and the Affections must be emptied: and will take up a great deal of room where it comes, Therefore the Heart, and the Mind, and the Will, and the Affections must be emptied: cc vmb vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, av dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n2 vmb vbi vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8779 the soul must be rid and void of all other things, or else there is no room for the Kingdom of God. the soul must be rid and void of all other things, or Else there is no room for the Kingdom of God. dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc j pp-f d j-jn n2, cc av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8780 As our Saviour saith Matth. 5. 3. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for they shall receive the Kingdome of God: As our Saviour Says Matthew 5. 3. Blessed Are the poor in Spirit, for they shall receive the Kingdom of God: p-acp po12 n1 vvz np1 crd crd j-vvn vbr dt j p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8781 Then there is room for the Kingdom of God, when the heart is made poor, Then there is room for the Kingdom of God, when the heart is made poor, av pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 21
8782 and all is voided out, the world, and the flesh, and all cranal delights, and pleasures, and all is voided out, the world, and the Flesh, and all cranal delights, and pleasures, cc d vbz vvn av, dt n1, cc dt n1, cc d n1 n2, cc n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8783 and all self-conceitednesse, which the heart was full of. When it was full of the world, there was no room for Gods Kingdome; and all Self-conceitedness, which the heart was full of. When it was full of the world, there was no room for God's Kingdom; cc d n1, r-crq dt n1 vbds j pp-f. c-crq pn31 vbds j pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8784 but when a man is made poor in spirit, when he hath a Privation of those things wherewith his soule was filled; but when a man is made poor in Spirit, when he hath a Privation of those things wherewith his soul was filled; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8785 now there is room for the Kingdom of God; now there is room for the Kingdom of God; av a-acp vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8786 the reason is, because a man can never be brought to Christ, till he is pinched with these Privations; the reason is, Because a man can never be brought to christ, till he is pinched with these Privations; dt n1 vbz, c-acp dt n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8787 before he can never come to Christ, his heart can never be brought to bid so much, before he can never come to christ, his heart can never be brought to bid so much, c-acp pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1, po31 n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av av-d, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8788 and stake down so much for Christ, as he must do, if ever he come to attain him; and stake down so much for christ, as he must do, if ever he come to attain him; cc vvi a-acp av av-d c-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vmb vdi, cs av pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8789 unlesse his heart be pinched with poverty, unlesse his heart be void of all these high imaginations he had of himself, he will never come to Christ. unless his heart be pinched with poverty, unless his heart be void of all these high Imaginations he had of himself, he will never come to christ. cs po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1, cs po31 n1 vbb j pp-f d d j n2 pns31 vhd pp-f px31, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8790 It is plenty that brings down the market, and scarcity that makes it rise: plentiful years, will make Corn of no price almost; It is plenty that brings down the market, and scarcity that makes it rise: plentiful Years, will make Corn of no price almost; pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz a-acp dt n1, cc n1 cst vvz pn31 vvi: j n2, vmb vvi n1 pp-f dx n1 av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8791 but if there be famine, and scarcity, and no bread almost to be had, but men are ready to dye for hunger, but if there be famine, and scarcity, and no bred almost to be had, but men Are ready to die for hunger, cc-acp cs pc-acp vbi n1, cc n1, cc dx n1 av pc-acp vbi vhn, cc-acp n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8792 then they wil give any thing, they will give ten shillings a bushel, twenty, nay fourty shillings hath been given for a bushel of Corn, then they will give any thing, they will give ten shillings a bushel, twenty, nay fourty shillings hath been given for a bushel of Corn, cs pns32 vmb vvi d n1, pns32 vmb vvi crd n2 dt n1, crd, uh-x crd n2 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8793 as I have read in Chronicles; it is poverty that makes men come to a price. as I have read in Chronicles; it is poverty that makes men come to a price. c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n2; pn31 vbz n1 cst vvz n2 vvi p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8794 So must the heart be pinched with Spiritual poverty, else it will not come to Christ; So must the heart be pinched with Spiritual poverty, Else it will not come to christ; av vmb dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp j n1, av pn31 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8795 men will give nothing for the Kingdom of God, they will not part with a single groat for Christ; men will give nothing for the Kingdom of God, they will not part with a single groat for christ; n2 vmb vvi pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8796 the prophane Gallant will not part with a look for Christ; the profane Gallant will not part with a look for christ; dt j j-jn vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8797 the proud vain fool, will not part with a foolish lace, a foolish fashion for Christ; the proud vain fool, will not part with a foolish lace, a foolish fashion for christ; dt j j n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8798 the drunkard will not foregoe a pot for Christ, men will not part with any thing for Christ; the drunkard will not forego a pot for christ, men will not part with any thing for christ; dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8799 they will not part with a paultry lust, or base affection for Christ; they will not part with a paltry lust, or base affection for christ; pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8800 People will not stir, they will not open their purses, they will not open their hearts to give any thing for Christ; People will not stir, they will not open their purses, they will not open their hearts to give any thing for christ; n1 vmb xx vvi, pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n2, pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8801 the reason is, their hearts are full already. the reason is, their hearts Are full already. dt n1 vbz, po32 n2 vbr j av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8802 People count their profits, and pleasures, and lusts, and vanities, and delights, their Jewels, a man must be poor, People count their profits, and pleasures, and Lustiest, and vanities, and delights, their Jewels, a man must be poor, n1 vvb po32 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, po32 n2, dt n1 vmb vbi j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8803 before he will part with his Jewels; before he will part with his Jewels; c-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8804 but if a man be throughly pinched with poverty, he will part with his old Gold; but if a man be thoroughly pinched with poverty, he will part with his old Gold; cc-acp cs dt n1 vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8805 and Rings, and Jewels, and all; and Rings, and Jewels, and all; cc n2, cc n2, cc d; (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8806 but he will never part with his Jewels, till he be forced to it by extremity. but he will never part with his Jewels, till he be forced to it by extremity. cc-acp pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8807 So all the lusts of the heart, all the things of the world, that the mind and affections run upon, men account them their Jewels, So all the Lustiest of the heart, all the things of the world, that the mind and affections run upon, men account them their Jewels, av d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 cc n2 vvn p-acp, n2 vvb pno32 po32 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8808 and they will not part with them, till they be pinched with poverty. and they will not part with them, till they be pinched with poverty. cc pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8809 Thus it was with the Jaylor, Acts 16. 30. when he was pinched with this poverty, he cryes out, Men and brethren, what shall I do to be saved? when his heart was pinched with this poverty, he was content to part with any thing, he was willing to do any thing, to hearken to any terms that he might have mercy: Thus it was with the Jailor, Acts 16. 30. when he was pinched with this poverty, he cries out, Men and brothers, what shall I do to be saved? when his heart was pinched with this poverty, he was content to part with any thing, he was willing to do any thing, to harken to any terms that he might have mercy: av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, n2 crd crd c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz av, n2 cc n2, r-crq vmb pns11 vdi pc-acp vbi vvn? c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cst pns31 vmd vhi n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8810 So that it is necessary for a man to have all these Privations wrought in his heart, So that it is necessary for a man to have all these Privations wrought in his heart, av cst pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi d d n2 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8811 and be made poor, else he will never take Christ upon those terms whereupon he is offered. and be made poor, Else he will never take christ upon those terms whereupon he is offered. cc vbi vvn j, av pns31 vmb av-x vvi np1 p-acp d n2 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 725 Page 22
8812 Secondly, Suppose a man should conceive worth to be in Christ: Secondly, Suppose a man should conceive worth to be in christ: ord, vvb dt n1 vmd vvi n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8813 suppose he should put a great price upon him, yet if a man be not under these Privations, suppose he should put a great price upon him, yet if a man be not under these Privations, vvb pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno31, av cs dt n1 vbb xx p-acp d n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8814 if he be not pinched with poverty, with Spiritual need and want; he will never use all means for the attaining of the Kingdom of God. if he be not pinched with poverty, with Spiritual need and want; he will never use all means for the attaining of the Kingdom of God. cs pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp n1, p-acp j n1 cc vvi; pns31 vmb av-x vvi d n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8815 He will never betake himself to all those courses that God hath commanded himselfe to be sought in. He will never betake himself to all those courses that God hath commanded himself to be sought in. pns31 vmb av-x vvi px31 p-acp d d n2 cst np1 vhz vvn px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8816 It was need that made Ahab send up and down all Countries, and Soiles for water; It was need that made Ahab send up and down all Countries, and Soils for water; pn31 vbds n1 cst vvd np1 vvb a-acp cc a-acp d n2, cc vvz p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8817 it was need that made the rich Women of Shunem to hazard her life, and her family, it was need that made the rich Women of Shunem to hazard her life, and her family, pn31 vbds n1 cst vvd dt j n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8818 and houshold in a forraign Country; and household in a foreign Country; cc n1 p-acp dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8819 she would not have gone a mile of that Journey, but for her poverty, as Divines use to speak. she would not have gone a mile of that Journey, but for her poverty, as Divines use to speak. pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, c-acp n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8820 Let two men go to the market, the one hath need, the other hath not; Let two men go to the market, the one hath need, the other hath not; vvb crd n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, dt pi vhz n1, dt n-jn vhz xx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8821 he that hath need will go whatsoever the weather be, though the weather be never so foul, he will go; he that hath need will go whatsoever the weather be, though the weather be never so foul, he will go; pns31 cst vhz n1 vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vbi, cs dt n1 vbb av-x av j, pns31 vmb vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8822 bread he wants, and bread he must have, and bread he will have; bred he Wants, and bred he must have, and bred he will have; n1 pns31 vvz, cc n1 pns31 vmb vhi, cc n1 pns31 vmb vhi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 22
8823 and if he cannot have it at an easie rate, he will part with any thing; and if he cannot have it At an easy rate, he will part with any thing; cc cs pns31 vmbx vhi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8824 he will pawn his very cloaths from his back for it. Why? Because he, and his Wife, and his Children want it. he will pawn his very clothes from his back for it. Why? Because he, and his Wife, and his Children want it. pns31 vmb vvi po31 j n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn31. q-crq? p-acp pns31, cc po31 n1, cc po31 n2 vvb pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8825 But the other he will go according as he likes the weather, if the weather be answerable to his mind, it may be he will go; and it may be not; But the other he will go according as he likes the weather, if the weather be answerable to his mind, it may be he will go; and it may be not; p-acp dt n-jn pns31 vmb vvi vvg c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, cs dt n1 vbb j p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi; cc pn31 vmb vbi xx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8826 and when he is there, it may be he will buy, and it may be not, according as the price goeth, and when he is there, it may be he will buy, and it may be not, according as the price Goes, cc c-crq pns31 vbz a-acp, pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi, cc pn31 vmb vbi xx, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz, (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8827 because he hath no need of it. Because he hath no need of it. c-acp pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8828 So it is in Grace, let two men be called upon to seek out for Grace; So it is in Grace, let two men be called upon to seek out for Grace; av pn31 vbz p-acp n1, vvb crd n2 vbb vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8829 one doth not feel any great need, he is not pinched with the want of Faith, one does not feel any great need, he is not pinched with the want of Faith, pi vdz xx vvi d j n1, pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8830 and Repentance, and Pardon, and Peace of Conscience: and Repentance, and Pardon, and Peace of Conscience: cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8831 though he want these, yet he is not pinched with the want, his heart is yet full, he is not yet come to this Spiritual poverty. though he want these, yet he is not pinched with the want, his heart is yet full, he is not yet come to this Spiritual poverty. cs pns31 vvb d, av pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbz av j, pns31 vbz xx av vvn p-acp d j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8832 It may be he will come to a Sermon, it may be not; it may be he will part with a Lust, and it may be not; It may be he will come to a Sermon, it may be not; it may be he will part with a Lust, and it may be not; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi xx; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi xx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8833 it is according as the bargain pleaseth him, he will never use all means, nor take up all courses that are prescribed: it is according as the bargain Pleases him, he will never use all means, nor take up all courses that Are prescribed: pn31 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz pno31, pns31 vmb av-x vvi d n2, ccx vvb a-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8834 But a man that is ready to starve for want of Christ; as Sisera said, Give me drink or else I perish; But a man that is ready to starve for want of christ; as Sisera said, Give me drink or Else I perish; cc-acp dt n1 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f np1; c-acp np1 vvd, vvb pno11 vvi cc av pns11 vvb; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8835 so, give me Christ or else I perish: so, give me christ or Else I perish: av, vvb pno11 np1 cc av pns11 vvb: (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8836 This man will take any course, use any means, he must have Christ, and will have him; This man will take any course, use any means, he must have christ, and will have him; d n1 vmb vvi d n1, vvb d n2, pns31 vmb vhi np1, cc vmb vhi pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8837 when he comes to the Word, Christ he wants, and Christ he will have, and must have; when he comes to the Word, christ he Wants, and christ he will have, and must have; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 pns31 vvz, cc np1 pns31 vmb vhi, cc vmb vhi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8838 all Sermons, and all hearing, are but as Oile to the fire, they do but pinch his Soul so much the more, till Christ comes; all Sermons, and all hearing, Are but as Oil to the fire, they do but pinch his Soul so much the more, till christ comes; d n2, cc d vvg, vbr cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vdb p-acp vvi po31 n1 av av-d dt av-dc, c-acp np1 vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8839 he must have Christ in his Ordinances, because he is sensible of his Spiritual poverty. he must have christ in his Ordinances, Because he is sensible of his Spiritual poverty. pns31 vmb vhi np1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vbz j pp-f po31 j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8840 So that it is he which is lost that will be found, it is he which is a captive that will be freed, it is he that is blind that must have his sight, So that it is he which is lost that will be found, it is he which is a captive that will be freed, it is he that is blind that must have his sighed, av cst pn31 vbz pns31 r-crq vbz vvn cst vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vbz pns31 r-crq vbz dt j-jn cst vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vbz pns31 cst vbz j cst vmb vhi po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8841 and it is he that is naked that must be cloathed; and it is he that is naked that must be clothed; cc pn31 vbz pns31 cst vbz j cst vmb vbi vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8842 he that lies under these woful Privations, he must have the form, he looks after it, he cannot be without it. he that lies under these woeful Privations, he must have the from, he looks After it, he cannot be without it. pns31 cst vvz p-acp d j n2, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, pns31 vmbx vbi p-acp pn31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8843 Thus we see that Privation is necessary for Religion, the true life of Religion can never come into a man, till he be layed under all these woful Privations we read of in Scripture. Thus we see that Privation is necessary for Religion, the true life of Religion can never come into a man, till he be laid under all these woeful Privations we read of in Scripture. av pns12 vvb d n1 vbz j p-acp n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbb vvn p-acp d d j n2 pns12 vvb pp-f p-acp n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 726 Page 23
8844 But now here is a Question which will arise, which those that are godly would be glad to have resolved, and that is this: But now Here is a Question which will arise, which those that Are godly would be glad to have resolved, and that is this: p-acp av av vbz dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi, r-crq d cst vbr j vmd vbi j pc-acp vhi vvn, cc d vbz d: (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8845 Whether these Privations that the Apostle here speaks of, makes a man the formal Object of mercy? Saint Paul was alive once before the Law came, Whither these Privations that the Apostle Here speaks of, makes a man the formal Object of mercy? Saint Paul was alive once before the Law Come, cs d n2 cst dt n1 av vvz pp-f, vvz dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1? n1 np1 vbds j a-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8846 but when the Law came, and was charged upon his Conscience, it deprived him of his livelynesse, but when the Law Come, and was charged upon his Conscience, it deprived him of his livelynesse, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd, cc vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvd pno31 pp-f po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8847 and made him a dead man; I dyed saith he. and made him a dead man; I died Says he. cc vvd pno31 dt j n1; pns11 vvd vvz pns31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8848 Now the Question is this, Whether is such a man the formal Object of mercy? When the Law hath deprived a man of his conceited riches, Now the Question is this, Whither is such a man the formal Object of mercy? When the Law hath deprived a man of his conceited riches, av dt n1 vbz d, cs vbz d dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1? c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8849 and made him a poor man, and hath proclaimed him a bank-rupt, and a begger, and made him a poor man, and hath proclaimed him a bankrupt, and a beggar, cc vvd pno31 dt j n1, cc vhz vvn pno31 dt j, cc dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8850 and made him a captive, that he is not able to stir one foot, he is not able so much as to think a good thought; and made him a captive, that he is not able to stir one foot, he is not able so much as to think a good Thought; cc vvd pno31 dt j-jn, cst pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi crd n1, pns31 vbz xx j av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8851 but he lyeth under wrath, and is not able to get out: but he lies under wrath, and is not able to get out: cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc vbz xx j pc-acp vvi av: (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8852 Whether is such a man the formal Object of mercy? I mean, whether is he such a one, Whither is such a man the formal Object of mercy? I mean, whither is he such a one, cs vbz d dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vvb, cs vbz pns31 d dt pi, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8853 as the Gospel hath promised deliverance unto? When a man by the Law is made a dead Creature, as the Gospel hath promised deliverance unto? When a man by the Law is made a dead Creature, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp? c-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8854 and is altogether deprived of life and health; and is altogether deprived of life and health; cc vbz av vvn pp-f n1 cc n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8855 he hath no life actually, and there is no life actually to be had for him, (for so the law leaves him without any hope of getting any life.) Whether is this man the formal Object of mercy? whether is he such a one as the Gospel doth make promise to of quickning, he hath no life actually, and there is no life actually to be had for him, (for so the law leaves him without any hope of getting any life.) Whither is this man the formal Object of mercy? whither is he such a one as the Gospel does make promise to of quickening, pns31 vhz dx n1 av-j, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp pno31, (c-acp av dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg d n1.) cs vbz d n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1? cs vbz pns31 d dt pi p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp pp-f j-vvg, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8856 and enriching, and gathering, and finding, and saving, and comforting, and the like? whether is this man the formal Object of mercy? Every man is the Object of mercy, and enriching, and gathering, and finding, and Saving, and comforting, and the like? whither is this man the formal Object of mercy? Every man is the Object of mercy, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc dt j? cs vbz d n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1? np1 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8857 but whether hath this man got those properties that belong to the actual Object of mercy? but whither hath this man god those properties that belong to the actual Object of mercy? cc-acp q-crq vhz d n1 vvd d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1? (8) treatise (DIV2) 727 Page 23
8858 The reason why I propound this Question, is this, Because the Scripture seems to make such a one the formal Object of mercy, such a one as mercy is promised to, such a one as the Gospel looks upon, The reason why I propound this Question, is this, Because the Scripture seems to make such a one the formal Object of mercy, such a one as mercy is promised to, such a one as the Gospel looks upon, dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvi d n1, vbz d, c-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d dt pi dt j n1 pp-f n1, d dt pi p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp, d dt pi p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 23
8859 as the proper and actual Object of mercy; for the Gospel is said to quicken the dead, and to give them life; as the proper and actual Object of mercy; for the Gospel is said to quicken the dead, and to give them life; c-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1; p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt j, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8860 it is the Letter that killeth, and the Spirit that giveth life, 2 Cor. 3. 6. It giveth life to him that was before a dead man, to him that was killed by the letter. So for poverty; it is the letter that kills, and the Spirit that gives life, 2 Cor. 3. 6. It gives life to him that was before a dead man, to him that was killed by the Letter. So for poverty; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz, cc dt n1 cst vvz n1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vvz n1 p-acp pno31 cst vbds p-acp dt j n1, p-acp pno31 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1. av p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8861 Luk. 4. 18. To the poor the Gospel is preached, the Spirit of the Lord is upon me, Luk. 4. 18. To the poor the Gospel is preached, the Spirit of the Lord is upon me, np1 crd crd p-acp dt j dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno11, (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8862 because he hath annointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor, he hath sent me that I should heal the broken hearted, Because he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor, he hath sent me that I should heal the broken hearted, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j, pns31 vhz vvn pno11 cst pns11 vmd vvi dt j-vvn j-vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8863 and preach deliverance to the Captives, and recovering of sight to the blind: and preach deliverance to the Captives, and recovering of sighed to the blind: cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, cc vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8864 So that when the Law hath made a man a poor man, and hath stripped him of all his conceited riches, So that when the Law hath made a man a poor man, and hath stripped him of all his conceited riches, av cst c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 dt j n1, cc vhz vvn pno31 pp-f d po31 j-vvn n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8865 and hath made him a begger, it seems that Christ is anointed to preach mercy to such a one; and hath made him a beggar, it seems that christ is anointed to preach mercy to such a one; cc vhz vvn pno31 dt n1, pn31 vvz cst np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d dt pi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8866 it seems that such a one is the formal Object of the Gospel. See Psal. 147. 2. He gathers the out-casts of Israel: it seems that such a one is the formal Object of the Gospel. See Psalm 147. 2. He gathers the outcasts of Israel: pn31 vvz cst d dt pi vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. n1 np1 crd crd pns31 vvz dt j pp-f np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8867 when the Law hath made a man an out-cast, it seems he is the formal Object of mercy: when the Law hath made a man an outcast, it seems he is the formal Object of mercy: c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 dt n1, pn31 vvz pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8868 The Gospel undertakes to gather such people so far lost. The Gospel undertakes to gather such people so Far lost. dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d n1 av av-j vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8869 The Son of man is come to save that which is lost, Mat. 18. 11. he is come for that purpose, it is his Commission, he is sent to save that which is lost; The Son of man is come to save that which is lost, Mathew 18. 11. he is come for that purpose, it is his Commission, he is sent to save that which is lost; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn, np1 crd crd pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz po31 n1, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8870 when the Law hath made a man to be a lost man, that he seeth he is utterly undone without mercy; when the Law hath made a man to be a lost man, that he sees he is utterly undone without mercy; c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j-vvn n1, cst pns31 vvz pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8871 Christ is come to save such people, and to look upon them as the formal Object of mercy. christ is come to save such people, and to look upon them as the formal Object of mercy. np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 728 Page 24
8872 So for death it self, when a man is made dead by the Law; So for death it self, when a man is made dead by the Law; av p-acp n1 pn31 n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8873 The houre shall come saith our Saviour, and now is, that the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God; The hour shall come Says our Saviour, and now is, that the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God; dt n1 vmb vvi vvz po12 n1, cc av vbz, cst dt j vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8874 and they that do hear it shall live, Joh. 5. 25. It seems that the Scripture makes such as are made dead by the Law; and they that do hear it shall live, John 5. 25. It seems that the Scripture makes such as Are made dead by the Law; cc pns32 cst vdb vvi pn31 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pn31 vvz cst dt n1 vvz d c-acp vbr vvn j p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8875 and poor, and blind, and naked, and wretched, and miserable, by reason of the Law being pressed upon them, and poor, and blind, and naked, and wretched, and miserable, by reason of the Law being pressed upon them, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 vbg vvn p-acp pno32, (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8876 and pulling them down with terrour and conviction; and pulling them down with terror and conviction; cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8877 it seems such a one is the formal Object of mercy, such a one to whom mercy is promised. it seems such a one is the formal Object of mercy, such a one to whom mercy is promised. pn31 vvz d dt pi vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, d dt pi p-acp ro-crq n1 vbz vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8878 I do not mean that he is the formal Object of the invitations of the Gospel, that is most certain, there is no question of that, Come unto me all ye that are weary, I do not mean that he is the formal Object of the invitations of the Gospel, that is most certain, there is no question of that, Come unto me all you that Are weary, pns11 vdb xx vvi cst pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz av-ds j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d, vvb p-acp pno11 d pn22 cst vbr j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8879 and heavy lad•n, and you shall find rest to your souls. and heavy lad•n, and you shall find rest to your Souls. cc j n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8880 Come unto me, all you that are poor, and blind, and naked, and dead, and I will give you life; Come unto me, all you that Are poor, and blind, and naked, and dead, and I will give you life; vvb p-acp pno11, d pn22 cst vbr j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8881 have you a hard heart, that you cannot free your selves from, come unto me, have you a hard heart, that you cannot free your selves from, come unto me, vhb pn22 dt j n1, cst pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n2 p-acp, vvb p-acp pno11, (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8882 and I will free you from it? have you no power to repent and believe? come unto me, and I will free you from it? have you no power to Repent and believe? come unto me, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pn31? vhb pn22 dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi? vvb p-acp pno11, (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8883 and take mercy upon my terms, and believe in me; whatsoever weaknesse is in you, I will strengthen you; and take mercy upon my terms, and believe in me; whatsoever weakness is in you, I will strengthen you; cc vvb n1 p-acp po11 n2, cc vvi p-acp pno11; r-crq n1 vbz p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vvi pn22; (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8884 whatever discomforts and wants lye upon you, I will relieve and chear you. whatever discomforts and Wants lie upon you, I will relieve and cheer you. r-crq n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvb pn22. (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8885 This is certain, the more a man seeth himself a dead man, the more he is the formal Object of the invitation of the Gospel. This is certain, the more a man sees himself a dead man, the more he is the formal Object of the invitation of the Gospel. d vbz j, dt av-dc dt n1 vvz px31 dt j n1, dt av-dc pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8886 But the Question is, Whether he is the formal Object of the promises of the Gospel? I Answer, No; But the Question is, Whither he is the formal Object of the promises of the Gospel? I Answer, No; p-acp dt n1 vbz, cs pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1? pns11 vvb, uh-dx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 729 Page 24
8887 There is a great deal of difference between legal Privations, and these Privations as they are Evangelical, There is a great deal of difference between Legal Privations, and these Privations as they Are Evangelical, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2, cc d n2 c-acp pns32 vbr np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8888 as the Gospel makes them before it quickens a man: there is a great deal of difference between a man that is dead, and poor, as the Gospel makes them before it quickens a man: there is a great deal of difference between a man that is dead, and poor, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31 vvz dt n1: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j, cc j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8889 and blind, and naked, and miserable by reason of the Law; and blind, and naked, and miserable by reason of the Law; cc j, cc j, cc j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8890 and a man that hath these privations wrought in him by the power of the Gospel: and a man that hath these privations wrought in him by the power of the Gospel: cc dt n1 cst vhz d n2 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8891 when a man is made dead by the Law, and sees himself a lost creature by reason that the Law plainly shews him his estate and condition, this man may be a Reprobate for all this, and go to hell; when a man is made dead by the Law, and sees himself a lost creature by reason that the Law plainly shows him his estate and condition, this man may be a Reprobate for all this, and go to hell; c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j p-acp dt n1, cc vvz px31 dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 cst dt n1 av-j vvz pno31 po31 n1 cc n1, d n1 vmb vbi dt n-jn p-acp d d, cc vvi p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8892 there is no promise in the Word that God will quicken him, and raise him up, Christ is free from any promise in this kind, he may quicken him if he will, there is no promise in the Word that God will quicken him, and raise him up, christ is free from any promise in this kind, he may quicken him if he will, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31 a-acp, np1 vbz j p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 cs pns31 vmb, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8893 and not quicken him if he please. and not quicken him if he please. cc xx vvi pno31 cs pns31 vvb. (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8894 I may say in this sense, as Christ himself saith, Joh. 5. The Son of man quickens wh•m he will; I may say in this sense, as christ himself Says, John 5. The Son of man quickens wh•m he will; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, c-acp np1 px31 vvz, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 pns31 vmb; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8895 He is free to quicken whom he will, though a man be made a dead man by the Law, He is free to quicken whom he will, though a man be made a dead man by the Law, pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb, cs dt n1 vbi vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8896 and cry out he is a dead man, and a damned man, though he hath the works of the Law, and cry out he is a dead man, and a damned man, though he hath the works of the Law, cc vvb av pns31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1, cs pns31 vhz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 24
8897 and be terrified, and gastered, and humbled by the Law, yet Christ is free from any promise he hath made to these people; and be terrified, and gastered, and humbled by the Law, yet christ is free from any promise he hath made to these people; cc vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1, av np1 vbz j p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8898 there is never a Promise in all the Word, that Christ hath bound himself by to these people to quicken them: there is never a Promise in all the Word, that christ hath bound himself by to these people to quicken them: pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, cst np1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8899 they cannot say there is such a Promise in the Word that Christ shall quicken them. they cannot say there is such a Promise in the Word that christ shall quicken them. pns32 vmbx vvi pc-acp vbz d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pno32. (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8900 There are plain places in the Scripture, wherein the Lord invites such people, upon condition they will come and believe, and submit to the Gospel; There Are plain places in the Scripture, wherein the Lord invites such people, upon condition they will come and believe, and submit to the Gospel; pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1, p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8901 there is a conditional invitation upon these terms: there is a conditional invitation upon these terms: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8902 But that these People shall be quickned, and shall have eternal Life given them, there in no such Promise; But that these People shall be quickened, and shall have Eternal Life given them, there in no such Promise; cc-acp cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vmb vhi j n1 vvn pno32, a-acp p-acp dx d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8903 the Lord is free, the Lord hath not bound himself to it; the Lord is free, the Lord hath not bound himself to it; dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 vhz xx vvn px31 p-acp pn31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8904 but when a man is dead according as the Gospel makes a man dead before it quickens him, but when a man is dead according as the Gospel makes a man dead before it quickens him, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 j p-acp pn31 vvz pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8905 and when a man is poor according as the Gospel makes him poor, and when a man is blind according as the Gospel makes him blind, and when a man is poor according as the Gospel makes him poor, and when a man is blind according as the Gospel makes him blind, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz pno31 j, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz pno31 j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8906 now a man is within the compasse of Gods Promises, he is one that is the formal Object of Mercy, he is one that shall have Mercy, now a man is within the compass of God's Promises, he is one that is the formal Object of Mercy, he is one that shall have Mercy, av dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz, pns31 vbz pi cst vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz pi cst vmb vhi n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8907 and shall have Salvation, and Redemption by Jesus Christ; these dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God, and shall live; and shall have Salvation, and Redemption by jesus christ; these dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God, and shall live; cc vmb vhi n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 np1; d j vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8908 the tongue of these stammerers shall speak plain, the eyes of these blind shall see, these out-casts shall be gathered, these naked shall be cloathed, these lost shall be found, these poor shall be enriched; the tongue of these stammerers shall speak plain, the eyes of these blind shall see, these outcasts shall be gathered, these naked shall be clothed, these lost shall be found, these poor shall be enriched; dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vvi j, dt n2 pp-f d j vmb vvi, d j vmb vbi vvn, d j vmb vbi vvn, d vvn vmb vbi vvn, d j vmb vbi vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8909 when a man is dead, so as the Gospel deads a man, before it quickens a man (for the Lord damns a man before he saves a man, when a man is dead, so as the Gospel deads a man, before it quickens a man (for the Lord damns a man before he saves a man, c-crq dt n1 vbz j, av c-acp dt n1 n2-j dt n1, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8910 and kills a man before he quickens him) like a good Surgeon, that cuts before he cures; and kills a man before he quickens him) like a good Surgeon, that cuts before he cures; cc vvz dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pno31) av-j dt j n1, cst vvz a-acp pns31 vvz; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8911 or like a good Physician, that kills a man almost with Physick, so the Lord doth bring a man to deaths door before he quickens him; or like a good physician, that kills a man almost with Physic, so the Lord does bring a man to death's door before he quickens him; cc av-j dt j n1, cst vvz dt n1 av p-acp n1, av dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1 c-acp pns31 vvz pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8912 it is the Gospel that truly humbles him, and works these Privations; and now he is within the compasse of the Promise: it is the Gospel that truly humbles him, and works these Privations; and now he is within the compass of the Promise: pn31 vbz dt n1 cst av-j vvz pno31, cc vvz d n2; cc av pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8913 now he hath a Promise that he shall be quickned, and have supply in regard of all these Privations; now he hath a Promise that he shall be quickened, and have supply in regard of all these Privations; av pns31 vhz dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vhb n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d d n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8914 but so long as these Privations are only legal, he hath no Promise that he shall be quickned, but so long as these Privations Are only Legal, he hath no Promise that he shall be quickened, cc-acp av av-j c-acp d n2 vbr av-j j, pns31 vhz dx n1 cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8915 for many are humbled and made dead as it were by the Law, and yet shake it off again, for many Are humbled and made dead as it were by the Law, and yet shake it off again, p-acp d vbr vvn cc vvd j c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc av vvb pn31 a-acp av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8916 and go to their pro•its, and pleasures, and delights, and hardnesse of heart again; and go to their pro•its, and pleasures, and delights, and hardness of heart again; cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8917 many a man hath been gastered by the Law, and cryed out of his damned estate and condition, many a man hath been gastered by the Law, and cried out of his damned estate and condition, d dt n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av pp-f po31 j-vvn n1 cc n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8918 and yet hath got up again, and recovered himself by the world and the things of the world; and yet hath god up again, and recovered himself by the world and the things of the world; cc av vhz vvn a-acp av, cc vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8919 and it was ever so of old, as we may see in Cain, the Law had discovered him to himself to be a dead man, and a damned man: and it was ever so of old, as we may see in Cain, the Law had discovered him to himself to be a dead man, and a damned man: cc pn31 vbds av av pp-f j, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp px31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8920 I see my sins are greater then can be forgiven, or are forgiven, or shall be forgiven: I see my Sins Are greater then can be forgiven, or Are forgiven, or shall be forgiven: pns11 vvb po11 n2 vbr jc cs vmb vbi vvn, cc vbr vvn, cc vmb vbi vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8921 he saw his punishment was intolerable, his condemnation was more then he was able to bear; he saw his punishment was intolerable, his condemnation was more then he was able to bear; pns31 vvd po31 n1 vbds j, po31 n1 vbds av-dc cs pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8922 From thy presence am I cast out, and a Vagabond shall I be upon the fac• of the earth, Gen. 4. 14. Yet he was not the formal Object of Mercy; From thy presence am I cast out, and a Vagabond shall I be upon the fac• of the earth, Gen. 4. 14. Yet he was not the formal Object of Mercy; p-acp po21 n1 vbm pns11 vvn av, cc dt n1 vmb pns11 vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd av pns31 vbds xx dt j n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8923 the Gospel did not quicken him, nor convert him: he was not the formal Object of Mercy, for he shook off these terrours again, the Gospel did not quicken him, nor convert him: he was not the formal Object of Mercy, for he shook off these terrors again, dt n1 vdd xx vvi pno31, ccx vvi pno31: pns31 vbds xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp d n2 av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8924 as we may see in the very same Chapter, and went to building of Cities, and inventing of Musick, and other Arts and Sciences; as we may see in the very same Chapter, and went to building of Cities, and inventing of Music, and other Arts and Sciences; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt av d n1, cc vvd p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc vvg pp-f n1, cc j-jn n2 cc n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8925 and this quickned, and revived him again: but he never came to true Life. and this quickened, and revived him again: but he never Come to true Life. cc d vvn, cc vvd pno31 av: cc-acp pns31 av-x vvd p-acp j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8926 So it is with many men, though they be terrified, and gastered, and humbled, and cast down by the Law, So it is with many men, though they be terrified, and gastered, and humbled, and cast down by the Law, av pn31 vbz p-acp d n2, cs pns32 vbb vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8927 yet they get up again, and run after the world, and after security, and hardnesse of heart again, yet they get up again, and run After the world, and After security, and hardness of heart again, av pns32 vvb a-acp av, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8928 so that such a man is not the formal Object of Mercy. so that such a man is not the formal Object of Mercy. av cst d dt n1 vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 730 Page 25
8929 2. Again, We see many, though they be wrought upon thus by the Law, and their Eyes be enlightned, 2. Again, We see many, though they be wrought upon thus by the Law, and their Eyes be enlightened, crd av, pns12 vvb d, cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp av p-acp dt n1, cc po32 n2 vbb vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 25
8930 and their Consciences awaked, and they see that they are in a wretched and damned estate; and their Consciences awaked, and they see that they Are in a wretched and damned estate; cc po32 n2 vvn, cc pns32 vvb cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 25
8931 yet they scrape together a company of vain hopes, and so heal themselves again. yet they scrape together a company of vain hope's, and so heal themselves again. av pns32 vvb av dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc av vvi px32 av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 25
8932 VVhen they have been terrified by the Law, they seek presently for Promises, and how they may get up again, When they have been terrified by the Law, they seek presently for Promises, and how they may get up again, c-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb av-j p-acp vvz, cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi a-acp av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 25
8933 and they would fain get up; and they would fain get up; cc pns32 vmd av-j vvi a-acp; (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 25
8934 and they lye at catch at every Sermon, and at every Chapter, and at every Word which a good man speaks, and they lie At catch At every Sermon, and At every Chapter, and At every Word which a good man speaks, cc pns32 vvb p-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d n1 r-crq dt j n1 vvz, (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 25
8935 and if they can get any hold, they catch at it; and so get up again and go on: and if they can get any hold, they catch At it; and so get up again and go on: cc cs pns32 vmb vvi d n1, pns32 vvb p-acp pn31; cc av vvi a-acp av cc vvb a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 25
8936 And when they have got a little comfort, and think they shall do well, they are as carelesse, And when they have god a little Comfort, and think they shall do well, they Are as careless, cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1, cc vvb pns32 vmb vdi av, pns32 vbr a-acp j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 26
8937 and as stubborn, and as secure as ever they were; and as stubborn, and as secure as ever they were; cc p-acp j, cc p-acp j c-acp av pns32 vbdr; (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 26
8938 they may go on in the profession of Religion, but yet their latter end is worse than their beginning: they may go on in the profession of Religion, but yet their latter end is Worse than their beginning: pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp av po32 d n1 vbz jc cs po32 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 26
8939 The unclean Divel may be cast out, but the Devil transforms himself into an angel of light, The unclean devil may be cast out, but the devil transforms himself into an angel of Light, dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn av, cc-acp dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 26
8940 and enters into them, and they go on in doing good duties, but they never have the power of Religion. and enters into them, and they go on in doing good duties, but they never have the power of Religion. cc vvz p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp vdg j n2, cc-acp pns32 av-x vhb dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 731 Page 26
8941 Again Thirdly, Many that are humbled by the Law, they run away, and never come to Christ, Again Thirdly, Many that Are humbled by the Law, they run away, and never come to christ, av ord, d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb av, cc av-x vvb p-acp np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8942 as Judas when he saw he was condemned, he went and hanged himself, Matth. 27. 3, 5. Some expound it of Christ, as Judas when he saw he was condemned, he went and hanged himself, Matthew 27. 3, 5. some expound it of christ, c-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd cc vvn px31, np1 crd crd, crd d vvb pn31 pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8943 when he saw Christ was condemned; when he saw christ was condemned; c-crq pns31 vvd np1 vbds vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8944 but others expound it of himself, when Judas saw himself was condemned, and that seems to be the meaning of the place; but Others expound it of himself, when Judas saw himself was condemned, and that seems to be the meaning of the place; cc-acp n2-jn vvb pn31 pp-f px31, c-crq np1 vvd px31 vbds vvn, cc d vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8945 for Christ was not condemned, nor so much as accused; for christ was not condemned, nor so much as accused; p-acp np1 vbds xx vvn, ccx av av-d c-acp vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8946 there came not any witnesse against him, till Judas had hanged himself, as we may see if we read that Chapter. there Come not any witness against him, till Judas had hanged himself, as we may see if we read that Chapter. a-acp vvd xx d n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp np1 vhd vvn px31, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi cs pns12 vvb d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8947 But whether that be the meaning or no, this is true and certain, he saw he was a dead man, he saw he lay under the guilt of his sins, But whither that be the meaning or no, this is true and certain, he saw he was a dead man, he saw he lay under the guilt of his Sins, p-acp cs d vbb dt n1 cc uh-dx, d vbz j cc j, pns31 vvd pns31 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vvd pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8948 and he despaired of Mercy, and went and hanged himself. and he despaired of Mercy, and went and hanged himself. cc pns31 vvd pp-f n1, cc vvd cc vvn px31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 732 Page 26
8949 Again Lastly, If such a man were the Object of Mercy, then all the damned in Hell were the formal Objects of Mercy; Again Lastly, If such a man were the Object of Mercy, then all the damned in Hell were the formal Objects of Mercy; av ord, cs d dt n1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1, cs d dt j-vvn p-acp n1 vbdr dt j n2 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8950 for there is never a man in Hell, but the Law hath its work to the uttermost upon him; for there is never a man in Hell, but the Law hath its work to the uttermost upon him; c-acp pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp dt n1 vhz po31 n1 p-acp dt j p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8951 it can work a man no lower, it can sink a man no deeper, it can make a man no more miserable, it can work a man no lower, it can sink a man no Deeper, it can make a man no more miserable, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 av-dx av-jc, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 av-dx jc-jn, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 av-dx av-dc j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8952 then those that are in Hell. Now if a dead man by the Law should be the formal Object of mercy, then those that Are in Hell. Now if a dead man by the Law should be the formal Object of mercy, cs d cst vbr p-acp n1. av cs dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8953 then the damned in Hell should be the formal Object of mercy, which cannot be; then the damned in Hell should be the formal Object of mercy, which cannot be; cs dt j-vvn p-acp n1 vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmbx vbi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8954 for from thence there is no Redemption, Go ye cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the Divel and his angels, Matth. 25. there is no quenching of that fire. for from thence there is no Redemption, Go you cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels, Matthew 25. there is no quenching of that fire. c-acp p-acp av pc-acp vbz dx n1, vvb pn22 vvn p-acp j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2, np1 crd a-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8955 So that we see, the legal killing of the Law, doth not make a man the formal Object of mercy. So that we see, the Legal killing of the Law, does not make a man the formal Object of mercy. av cst pns12 vvb, dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vdz xx vvi dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8956 But yet such a man hath a great deal of advantage, he is before a world of other men, that live secure; But yet such a man hath a great deal of advantage, he is before a world of other men, that live secure; p-acp av d dt n1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cst vvb j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8957 if men were in this estate, they were in a thousand times more likelyhood to be saved. if men were in this estate, they were in a thousand times more likelihood to be saved. cs n2 vbdr p-acp d n1, pns32 vbdr p-acp dt crd n2 av-dc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8958 If I could hear of people that were gastered, and cast down by the Law; If I could hear of people that were gastered, and cast down by the Law; cs pns11 vmd vvi pp-f n1 cst vbdr vvn, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8959 that saw themselves without Christ, and without Mercy, in the power of Satan, and in the bond of iniquity; that saw themselves without christ, and without Mercy, in the power of Satan, and in the bound of iniquity; cst vvd px32 p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8960 if they cryed out, I am a dead man, and a damned man, if I dye now at this present I shall go to Hell, if they cried out, I am a dead man, and a damned man, if I die now At this present I shall go to Hell, cs pns32 vvd av, pns11 vbm dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1, cs pns11 vvb av p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8961 if People were in this estate and condition, there were more hopes of them a thousand times: if People were in this estate and condition, there were more hope's of them a thousand times: cs n1 vbdr p-acp d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbdr dc n2 pp-f pno32 dt crd n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8962 there is no hope of people that do live secure in their sins; there is no hope of people that do live secure in their Sins; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 cst vdb vvi j p-acp po32 n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8963 so long as the Trumpet of the Law hath not sounded in their ears, so long as the Hammer of the Law hath not sounded upon their hearts, there is no hope of mercy for them. so long as the Trumpet of the Law hath not sounded in their ears, so long as the Hammer of the Law hath not sounded upon their hearts, there is no hope of mercy for them. av av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz xx vvn p-acp po32 n2, av av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz xx vvn p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8964 Therefore now for the clearing of this a little more, let me shew you, Therefore now for the clearing of this a little more, let me show you, av av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d dt j n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, (8) treatise (DIV2) 733 Page 26
8965 First, What it is to be dead, according as the Gospel makes a man to be a dead man. First, What it is to be dead, according as the Gospel makes a man to be a dead man. ord, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j, vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 734 Page 26
8966 Secondly, What is the difference between Legal Privation, and Evangelical; Secondly, What is the difference between Legal Privation, and Evangelical; ord, q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 735 Page 26
8967 and when these Privations are Evangelical, and put a man under the actual title to Mercy, under an actual interest in the Promises. and when these Privations Are Evangelical, and put a man under the actual title to Mercy, under an actual Interest in the Promises. cc c-crq d n2 vbr np1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt vvz. (8) treatise (DIV2) 735 Page 26
8968 Thirdly, VVhat Use we are to make of it. For the First, VVhat it is to be Evangelically dead: Thirdly, What Use we Are to make of it. For the First, What it is to be Evangelically dead: ord, q-crq vvb pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. p-acp dt ord, q-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi av-j j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 736 Page 26
8969 To be Legally dead, is not to be half a quarter so much dead, as to be Evangelically dead, To be Legally dead, is not to be half a quarter so much dead, as to be Evangelically dead, pc-acp vbi av-j j, vbz xx pc-acp vbi j-jn dt n1 av d j, c-acp pc-acp vbi av-j j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 26
8970 so as the Gospel makes a man dead before it quickens him. VVhen a man is Evangelically dead, it makes him more dead by a thousand degrees, so as the Gospel makes a man dead before it quickens him. When a man is Evangelically dead, it makes him more dead by a thousand Degrees, av c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 j p-acp pn31 vvz pno31. c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, pn31 vvz pno31 av-dc j p-acp dt crd n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 26
8971 then all the Law in the world can make him, it makes him more dead by odds; then all the Law in the world can make him, it makes him more dead by odds; cs d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, pn31 vvz pno31 av-dc j p-acp n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 26
8972 when a man is Legally dead, and sees himself to be a damned creature, and whereas he hoped to have mercy, he seeth now he hath none; when a man is Legally dead, and sees himself to be a damned creature, and whereas he hoped to have mercy, he sees now he hath none; c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, cc vvz px31 pc-acp vbi dt j-vvn n1, cc cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vhi n1, pns31 vvz av pns31 vhz pix; (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 26
8973 and whereas he hoped to go to Heaven, he now seeth the Gates are shut against him; and whereas he hoped to go to Heaven, he now sees the Gates Are shut against him; cc cs pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, pns31 av vvz dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 27
8974 and whereas he hoped he had some good in him, now he sees he hath nothing in him: and whereas he hoped he had Some good in him, now he sees he hath nothing in him: cc cs pns31 vvd pns31 vhd d j p-acp pno31, av pns31 vvz pns31 vhz pix p-acp pno31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 27
8975 a man would think this were a dead man, but his livelinesse is only in a swound, the Law lying upon him, will not let his livelinesse appear; a man would think this were a dead man, but his liveliness is only in a swoon, the Law lying upon him, will not let his liveliness appear; dt n1 vmd vvi d vbdr dt j n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31, vmb xx vvi po31 n1 vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 27
8976 and if the Law should lye upon him for ever, it would never let his livelinesse actually appear; and if the Law should lie upon him for ever, it would never let his liveliness actually appear; cc cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp av, pn31 vmd av-x vvi po31 n1 av-j vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 27
8977 but yet he is not throughly dead all this while: as for example. 1. Self-conceitednesse, it is not deaded when a man is killed by the Law: but yet he is not thoroughly dead all this while: as for Exampl. 1. Self-conceitedness, it is not deadened when a man is killed by the Law: cc-acp av pns31 vbz xx av-j j av-d d n1: c-acp p-acp n1. crd j, pn31 vbz xx vvn c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 737 Page 27
8978 you would think his conceitednesse were gone: he was conceited he was a good Christian; but now he sees no such matter: you would think his conceitedness were gone: he was conceited he was a good Christian; but now he sees no such matter: pn22 vmd vvi po31 n1 vbdr vvn: pns31 vbds vvn pns31 vbds dt j njp; cc-acp av pns31 vvz dx d n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8979 he was conceited before, that he would repent, and God would be merciful to him; he was conceited before, that he would Repent, and God would be merciful to him; pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, cst pns31 vmd vvi, cc np1 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8980 but now he seeth, he is utterly deprived of mercy, and lies under the wrath of God: but now he sees, he is utterly deprived of mercy, and lies under the wrath of God: cc-acp av pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8981 you would think now that all his conceitedness was gone; you would think now that all his conceitedness was gone; pn22 vmd vvi av cst d po31 n1 vbds vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8982 but it is but only in a swound all this while, he lies for dead as it were, but he is not dead. but it is but only in a swoon all this while, he lies for dead as it were, but he is not dead. cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 d d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp j c-acp pn31 vbdr, cc-acp pns31 vbz xx j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8983 So take a man that is in Hell, all his good conceits of mercy, and of himself, So take a man that is in Hell, all his good conceits of mercy, and of himself, av vvb dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n1, d po31 j n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f px31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8984 and his profits, and pleasures, and vanities, and delights, they are all gone now. and his profits, and pleasures, and vanities, and delights, they Are all gone now. cc po31 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, pns32 vbr d vvn av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8985 What doth Pride profit me? What good do Riches do me? What have all my Pleasures and Delights done me good? All my labour is vanity, and all my delights folly; What does Pride profit me? What good do Riches do me? What have all my Pleasures and Delights done me good? All my labour is vanity, and all my delights folly; q-crq vdz n1 vvi pno11? q-crq j vdb n2 vdb pno11? q-crq vhb d po11 n2 cc n2 vdn pno11 j? av-d po11 n1 vbz n1, cc d po11 n2 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8986 one would think all his conceits were clean gone; but they are only in a swound. one would think all his conceits were clean gone; but they Are only in a swoon. pi vmd vvi d po31 n2 vbdr av-j vvn; cc-acp pns32 vbr av-j p-acp dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8987 If a damned man were out of Hell, if the Lord should take off the lash of his Law from him, he would have as good a conceit of his Profits, If a damned man were out of Hell, if the Lord should take off the lash of his Law from him, he would have as good a conceit of his Profits, cs dt j-vvn n1 vbdr av pp-f n1, cs dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vmd vhi p-acp j dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8988 and Pleasures, and Riches again, as ever he had; and Pleasures, and Riches again, as ever he had; cc n2, cc n2 av, c-acp av pns31 vhd; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8989 and he would have his carnal Reasons against the strictnesse of Religion again, as rise as ever he had; and he would have his carnal Reasons against the strictness of Religion again, as rise as ever he had; cc pns31 vmd vhi po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av, c-acp vvb c-acp av pns31 vhd; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8990 they are only laid in a swound, indeed there they shall lie: they Are only laid in a swoon, indeed there they shall lie: pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, av a-acp pns32 vmb vvi: (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8991 a man can never get up again, because the Law lies continually upon him, he is continually under the lash of the Law; a man can never get up again, Because the Law lies continually upon him, he is continually under the lash of the Law; dt n1 vmb av-x vvi a-acp av, c-acp dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8992 and the Law holds this picture before his eyes, and shews him his damned estate an• condition: and the Law holds this picture before his eyes, and shows him his damned estate an• condition: cc dt n1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz pno31 po31 j-vvn n1 n1 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8993 but upon such a supposition, that he might come out of Hell, his conceits would rise up again. but upon such a supposition, that he might come out of Hell, his conceits would rise up again. cc-acp p-acp d dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi av pp-f n1, po31 n2 vmd vvi a-acp av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8994 Prov. 5. 12, 13. Solomon there brings in a man wrought upon by the Law, the Law discovered him to be a dead man. Curae 5. 12, 13. Solomon there brings in a man wrought upon by the Law, the Law discovered him to be a dead man. np1 crd crd, crd np1 a-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8995 How have I hated instruction, and despised correction; How have I hated instruction, and despised correction; q-crq vhb pns11 vvn n1, cc j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8996 and have not obeyed the voice of them that taught me, nor inclined my eare to them that instructed me? His carnal Reasons are now all gone, they are in a swound; and have not obeyed the voice of them that taught me, nor inclined my ear to them that instructed me? His carnal Reasons Are now all gone, they Are in a swoon; cc vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvd pno11, ccx vvd po11 n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvd pno11? po31 j n2 vbr av av-d vvn, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8997 they were true Instructions that I have hated, they were true Reports that I have despised, they were true Instructions that I have hated, they were true Reports that I have despised, pns32 vbdr j n2 cst pns11 vhb vvn, pns32 vbdr j n2 cst pns11 vhb vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8998 and they were base and damned Courses which I have followed. How have I lived? One would think all his foolish conceits now were gone: and they were base and damned Courses which I have followed. How have I lived? One would think all his foolish conceits now were gone: cc pns32 vbdr j cc j-vvn vvz r-crq pns11 vhb vvn. q-crq vhb pns11 vvn? pi vmd vvi d po31 j n2 av vbdr vvn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
8999 they are in a swound indeed, and cannot get up. But the Gospel will give a man his deaths wound; they Are in a swoon indeed, and cannot get up. But the Gospel will give a man his death's wound; pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 av, cc vmbx vvi a-acp. p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 po31 ng1 n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
9000 a man can never have that good conceit of himself he had before; nor of his lusts, and vanities, and profits, and delights; a man can never have that good conceit of himself he had before; nor of his Lustiest, and vanities, and profits, and delights; dt n1 vmb av-x vhi d j n1 pp-f px31 pns31 vhd a-acp; ccx pp-f po31 n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
9001 his self-conceitednesse hath now got his deaths wound. his Self-conceitedness hath now god his death's wound. po31 n1 vhz av vvn po31 ng1 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 738 Page 27
9002 Secondly, For self-confidence, when the Law hath humbled-a man, his self-confidence is only in a swound; Secondly, For self-confidence, when the Law hath humbled-a man, his self-confidence is only in a swoon; ord, p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vhz j n1, po31 n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9003 when he lyeth in Hell under the lash of the Law, he seemeth to have no power in himself, no life, or activity to any duty. when he lies in Hell under the lash of the Law, he seems to have no power in himself, no life, or activity to any duty. c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp px31, dx n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9004 He sees that he is poor, and weak, and rotten, and wretched. He sees that he is poor, and weak, and rotten, and wretched. pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbz j, cc j, cc j-vvn, cc j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9005 A poor creature he is, he seeth it plainly, and all his self-confidence seems to he gone; A poor creature he is, he sees it plainly, and all his self-confidence seems to he gone; dt j n1 pns31 vbz, pns31 vvz pn31 av-j, cc d po31 n1 vvz p-acp pns31 vvn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9006 but yet there is a great deal of self-confidence actually in Hell, for though they are in Hell, but yet there is a great deal of self-confidence actually in Hell, for though they Are in Hell, cc-acp av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp n1, c-acp cs pns32 vbr p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9007 yet they think if they were alive again, what they would do; I would hear the Word, and call upon God; yet they think if they were alive again, what they would do; I would hear the Word, and call upon God; av pns32 vvb cs pns32 vbdr j av, r-crq pns32 vmd vdi; pns11 vmd vvi dt n1, cc vvb p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9008 I would repent, and not live in sin, and not do as I have done; I would Repent, and not live in since, and not do as I have done; pns11 vmd vvi, cc xx vvi p-acp n1, cc xx vdi c-acp pns11 vhb vdn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9009 they think they would do thus, and thus, as it was with Dives, Luke 16. 30. I have five brethren (saith he) if one should come to them from the dead, they would repent, they think they would do thus, and thus, as it was with Dives, Lycia 16. 30. I have five brothers (Says he) if one should come to them from the dead, they would Repent, pns32 vvb pns32 vmd vdi av, cc av, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp vvz, av crd crd pns11 vhb crd n2 (vvz pns31) cs pi vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j, pns32 vmd vvi, (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9010 and not come where I am. If they knew but as much as I know, they would repent; and not come where I am. If they knew but as much as I know, they would Repent; cc xx vvi c-crq pns11 vbm. cs pns32 vvd cc-acp c-acp d c-acp pns11 vvb, pns32 vmd vvi; (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 27
9011 I am sure if they were in my case, they would, if they were in hell where I am, I am sure if they were in my case, they would, if they were in hell where I am, pns11 vbm j cs pns32 vbdr p-acp po11 n1, pns32 vmd, cs pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 c-crq pns11 vbm, (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 28
9012 if they knew how certain it is, that they shall come to hell where I am when they die, if they knew how certain it is, that they shall come to hell where I am when they die, cs pns32 vvd c-crq j pn31 vbz, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-crq pns11 vbm c-crq pns32 vvb, (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 28
9013 unlesse they do repent at the preaching of the Prophets, and hearken to the voice of Gods Ministers, unless they do Repent At the preaching of the prophets, and harken to the voice of God's Ministers, cs pns32 vdb vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 28
9014 and yield and submit to God; they would do it: I would, if it were my case. This is self-confidence; and yield and submit to God; they would do it: I would, if it were my case. This is self-confidence; cc vvi cc vvi p-acp np1; pns32 vmd vdi pn31: pns11 vmd, cs pn31 vbdr po11 n1. d vbz n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 28
9015 for self-confidence is only laid asleep in Hell, and it cannot rise again. It is true, the Law may dead a man, and give him three deaths wounds. for self-confidence is only laid asleep in Hell, and it cannot rise again. It is true, the Law may dead a man, and give him three death's wounds. p-acp n1 vbz av-j vvn j p-acp n1, cc pn31 vmbx vvi av. pn31 vbz j, dt n1 vmb av-j dt n1, cc vvb pno31 crd n2 n2. (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 28
9016 There are Three Wounds that the Law gives a man. First, It makes it appear that a man is worthy of death; There Are Three Wounds that the Law gives a man. First, It makes it appear that a man is worthy of death; pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst dt n1 vvz dt n1. ord, pn31 vvz pn31 vvi cst dt n1 vbz j pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 739 Page 28
9017 the Law makes him see his guiltinesse. the Law makes him see his guiltiness. dt n1 vvz pno31 vvi po31 n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 740 Page 28
9018 Secondly, The Law pronounceth upon a sinner the sentence of death, as Paul saith of a natural death, I received the sentence of death, 2 Cor. 1. 9. that is, I was a dead man, I took my self to be a dead man. Secondly, The Law pronounceth upon a sinner the sentence of death, as Paul Says of a natural death, I received the sentence of death, 2 Cor. 1. 9. that is, I was a dead man, I took my self to be a dead man. ord, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1, pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns11 vbds dt j n1, pns11 vvd po11 n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9019 So the Law doth make a man to be a dead man, it pronounceth the sentence of death upon him; So the Law does make a man to be a dead man, it pronounceth the sentence of death upon him; np1 dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9020 it doth not only make it appear that he is worthy of death, (for so it may do, it does not only make it appear that he is worthy of death, (for so it may do, pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31 vvi cst pns31 vbz j pp-f n1, (c-acp av pn31 vmb vdi, (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9021 and yet he may have hope of mercy) but it makes a man receive the sentence of death, and yet he may have hope of mercy) but it makes a man receive the sentence of death, cc av pns31 vmb vhi n1 pp-f n1) cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9022 and to be a dead man: If a man be once condemned, if the sentence of death be passed upon him, and to be a dead man: If a man be once condemned, if the sentence of death be passed upon him, cc pc-acp vbi dt j n1: cs dt n1 vbb a-acp vvn, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9023 then he is without hope that the Judge will save him, because the sentence of condemnation is passed upon him. then he is without hope that the Judge will save him, Because the sentence of condemnation is passed upon him. cs pns31 vbz p-acp n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno31, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9024 A man may see himself worthy of death, and yet hope for mercy, Rom. 1. 31. Therefore the Law doth pronounce the sentence of death upon him, A man may see himself worthy of death, and yet hope for mercy, Rom. 1. 31. Therefore the Law does pronounce the sentence of death upon him, dt n1 vmb vvi px31 j pp-f n1, cc av vvb p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9025 and makes a man in a second degree dead. Nay, Thirdly, The law makes a man see there is no hope of return; and makes a man in a second degree dead. Nay, Thirdly, The law makes a man see there is no hope of return; cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 j. uh, ord, dt n1 vvz dt n1 vvb a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 741 Page 28
9026 as it is with a dead man, when a man is truly dead, there is no return from death, there is no rising again: as it is with a dead man, when a man is truly dead, there is no return from death, there is no rising again: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx vvg av: (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9027 as the Wise-man speaks of the strange women, Prov. 2. 18, 19. Surely her house tendeth to death, as the Wiseman speaks of the strange women, Curae 2. 18, 19. Surely her house tendeth to death, c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n2, np1 crd crd, crd np1 po31 n1 vvz p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9028 and her paths unto the dead, they that go unto her return not again, neither take they hold of the wayes of life. and her paths unto the dead, they that go unto her return not again, neither take they hold of the ways of life. cc po31 n2 p-acp dt j, pns32 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1 xx av, av-dx vvb pns32 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9029 Here the Wise-man sets forth the infinite misery, and damnable estate of such a creature, and the irrecoverableness of such a person, without the extraordinary mercy of God. Here the Wiseman sets forth the infinite misery, and damnable estate of such a creature, and the irrecoverableness of such a person, without the extraordinary mercy of God. av dt n1 vvz av dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9030 Ordinarily, such persons are seldom, or never brought to repentance: ordinarily they are irrecoverable. Ordinarily, such Persons Are seldom, or never brought to Repentance: ordinarily they Are irrecoverable. av-jn, d n2 vbr av, cc av-x vvn p-acp n1: av-j pns32 vbr j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9031 So the Law makes a man see he is guilty of death, and it passeth the sentence of condemnation upon him, So the Law makes a man see he is guilty of death, and it passes the sentence of condemnation upon him, np1 dt n1 vvz dt n1 vvb pns31 vbz j pp-f n1, cc pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9032 and it makes him see there is no repeal of that sentence; thus the law leaves him. and it makes him see there is no repeal of that sentence; thus the law leaves him. cc pn31 vvz pno31 vvi a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1; av dt n1 vvz pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9033 Now a man would think, Can a man be more dead then thus? How can a man be more dead? Yet he may be a thousand times more dead; Now a man would think, Can a man be more dead then thus? How can a man be more dead? Yet he may be a thousand times more dead; av dt n1 vmd vvi, vmb dt n1 vbi av-dc j cs av? q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi av-dc j? av pns31 vmb vbi dt crd n2 av-dc j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9034 for the livelynesse of a man is but in a swound all this while: for the livelynesse of a man is but in a swoon all this while: p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1 d d n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9035 a man cannot be brisk, and peark, and self-conceited, he is now laid in a swound, but is not stark dead. a man cannot be brisk, and park, and self-conceited, he is now laid in a swoon, but is not stark dead. dt n1 vmbx vbi j, cc n1, cc j, pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbz xx av-j j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9036 But when a man comes to be Evangelically dead, he is more dead a great deale. But when a man comes to be Evangelically dead, he is more dead a great deal. p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi av-j j, pns31 vbz av-dc j dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9037 And I will shew you it in these three things. 1. First, He is most dead that is hardest to recover: And I will show you it in these three things. 1. First, He is most dead that is Hardest to recover: cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pn31 p-acp d crd n2. crd ord, pns31 vbz av-ds j cst vbz js pc-acp vvi: (8) treatise (DIV2) 742 Page 28
9038 Now when a man is legally dead, it is easie to recover that man; Now when a man is legally dead, it is easy to recover that man; av c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9039 let but the lash of the law be taken off, let but God let him alone; let but the lash of the law be taken off, let but God let him alone; vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn a-acp, vvb p-acp np1 vvb pno31 av-j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9040 and the profits and pleasures of the world, will make him alive again; and the profits and pleasures of the world, will make him alive again; cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi pno31 j av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9041 his friends, and vanities, and delights, will put life into him again, it is an easie matter to recover this man; his Friends, and vanities, and delights, will put life into him again, it is an easy matter to recover this man; po31 n2, cc n2, cc n2, vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno31 av, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9042 but let a man be evangelically dead, when the Gospel hath deaded a man, he is a thousand times more dead, but let a man be evangelically dead, when the Gospel hath deadened a man, he is a thousand times more dead, cc-acp vvb dt n1 vbi av-j j, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, pns31 vbz dt crd n2 av-dc j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9043 and a great deal harder to recover, nothing can recover that man but Christ; let all the profits in the world come, they cannot chear him without Christ; and a great deal harder to recover, nothing can recover that man but christ; let all the profits in the world come, they cannot cheer him without christ; cc dt j n1 av-jc pc-acp vvi, pix vmb vvi d n1 p-acp np1; vvb d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb, pns32 vmbx vvi pno31 p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9044 if the devil should come and put into his minde all good conceits, and the good opinion of the world: if the Devil should come and put into his mind all good conceits, and the good opinion of the world: cs dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 d j n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9045 If the Ministers should tell him he is in a good estate, they cannot quicken his heart, he is dead still, he is harder a thousand times to be revived then the other, If the Ministers should tell him he is in a good estate, they cannot quicken his heart, he is dead still, he is harder a thousand times to be revived then the other, cs dt n2 vmd vvi pno31 pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmbx vvi po31 n1, pns31 vbz j av, pns31 vbz jc dt crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn av dt n-jn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 28
9046 as the Apostle saith, Col. 3. 2, 3. Set your affections on things that be above, not on things that are on earth; as the Apostle Says, Col. 3. 2, 3. Set your affections on things that be above, not on things that Are on earth; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd j-vvn po22 n2 p-acp n2 cst vbb a-acp, xx p-acp n2 cst vbr p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 29
9047 for ye are dead, and your life is hid in Christ. for you Are dead, and your life is hid in christ. c-acp pn22 vbr j, cc po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 29
9048 The Gospel hath made you dead, and you cannot be revived by any thing but Christ, your life is hid with Christ; The Gospel hath made you dead, and you cannot be revived by any thing but christ, your life is hid with christ; dt n1 vhz vvn pn22 j, cc pn22 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 29
9049 do not you set your affections on things that are below, they can never put life into you, do not you Set your affections on things that Are below, they can never put life into you, vdb xx pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2 cst vbr a-acp, pns32 vmb av-x vvi n1 p-acp pn22, (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 29
9050 therefore let not them take up your minds and affections any more, for your life is in Christ alone. Therefore let not them take up your minds and affections any more, for your life is in christ alone. av vvb xx pno32 vvi a-acp po22 n2 cc n2 d dc, p-acp po22 n1 vbz p-acp np1 av-j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 743 Page 29
9051 2. Secondly, He is most dead that life it self cannot make alive: When a man is but legally dead, the law hath made him a dead man, 2. Secondly, He is most dead that life it self cannot make alive: When a man is but legally dead, the law hath made him a dead man, crd ord, pns31 vbz av-ds j cst n1 pn31 n1 vmbx vvi j: c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp av-j j, dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9052 and killed him, and shewed him he is a damned creature; and killed him, and showed him he is a damned creature; cc vvd pno31, cc vvd pno31 pns31 vbz dt j-vvn n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9053 this man, let him have but a little life, or any thought of life come into him, let him have any affections towards God, any seeming desires, it will make him think I am alive: this man, let him have but a little life, or any Thought of life come into him, let him have any affections towards God, any seeming Desires, it will make him think I am alive: d n1, vvb pno31 vhi p-acp dt j n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 vhi d n2 p-acp np1, d j-vvg n2, pn31 vmb vvi pno31 vvi pns11 vbm j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9054 But if the Gospel once have made a man a dead man, life it self cannot quicken him, Christ himself cannot make this man a live man in himself, But if the Gospel once have made a man a dead man, life it self cannot quicken him, christ himself cannot make this man a live man in himself, cc-acp cs dt n1 c-acp vhb vvn dt n1 dt j n1, n1 pn31 n1 vmbx vvi pno31, np1 px31 vmbx vvi d n1 dt j n1 p-acp px31, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9055 though life come into him, and though he hath life from God, yet h• himself is dead. though life come into him, and though he hath life from God, yet h• himself is dead. cs n1 vvb p-acp pno31, cc cs pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1, av n1 px31 vbz j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9056 I am dead through the law, (saith Paul) that I might live unto God; I am dead through the law, (Says Paul) that I might live unto God; pns11 vbm j p-acp dt n1, (vvz np1) cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9057 thus I live, yet not I, but Christ liveth in me, and that life I now live in the flesh, I live by Faith in the Son of God, Gal. 2. 19, 20. When the Gospel had made him dead (for that is the meaning of the words) he was not only dead by the law, thus I live, yet not I, but christ lives in me, and that life I now live in the Flesh, I live by Faith in the Son of God, Gal. 2. 19, 20. When the Gospel had made him dead (for that is the meaning of the words) he was not only dead by the law, av pns11 vvb, av xx pns11, cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno11, cc d n1 pns11 av vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 j (c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2) pns31 vbds xx av-j j p-acp dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9058 but by the power of the Gospel working by the law: but by the power of the Gospel working by the law: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9059 Now, saith he, though I have life, and Christ be come into me, and lives in me, yet I do not live: Now, Says he, though I have life, and christ be come into me, and lives in me, yet I do not live: av, vvz pns31, cs pns11 vhb n1, cc np1 vbb vvn p-acp pno11, cc vvz p-acp pno11, av pns11 vdb xx vvi: (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9060 I live, but not I, but it is Christ that liveth in me: I live, but not I, but it is christ that lives in me: pns11 vvb, cc-acp xx pns11, cc-acp pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz p-acp pno11: (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9061 I live, yet do not mistake me, I am a dead man, I have no life, it is Christ that liveth in me: I live, yet do not mistake me, I am a dead man, I have no life, it is christ that lives in me: pns11 vvb, av vdb xx vvi pno11, pns11 vbm dt j n1, pns11 vhb dx n1, pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz p-acp pno11: (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9062 when a man is evangelically dead, it makes a man content, that God should keep life in his hand, when a man is evangelically dead, it makes a man content, that God should keep life in his hand, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, pn31 vvz dt n1 j, cst np1 vmd vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9063 and keep the purse in his hand, and all in his hand, it makes him content to be without strength and ability, and keep the purse in his hand, and all in his hand, it makes him content to be without strength and ability, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc d p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvz pno31 j pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 cc n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9064 and to have nothing in his own hand, but to have all from the Lord; and to have nothing in his own hand, but to have all from the Lord; cc pc-acp vhi pix p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vhi d p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9065 and he saith, I am a dead man, and if I ever have comfort, I have none in my self, I must go to Christ for comfort, and he Says, I am a dead man, and if I ever have Comfort, I have none in my self, I must go to christ for Comfort, cc pns31 vvz, pns11 vbm dt j n1, cc cs pns11 av vhb n1, pns11 vhb pix p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9066 and life, and strength, and ability: and so for power and activity, and riches, and means, and maintenance, and every thing; and life, and strength, and ability: and so for power and activity, and riches, and means, and maintenance, and every thing; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1: cc av p-acp n1 cc n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc n1, cc d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9067 it is not my parts and gifts that can help me to them, but I must go to Christ to fetch them: it is not my parts and Gifts that can help me to them, but I must go to christ to fetch them: pn31 vbz xx po11 n2 cc n2 cst vmb vvi pno11 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32: (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9068 now it is the desire of mans heart to have life at home, he cannot abide to have life in anothers hands: now it is the desire of men heart to have life At home, he cannot abide to have life in another's hands: av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp n1-an, pns31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp j-jn n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9069 and though the law, and hell it self proclaim a man a dead man, and make a man see himself a dead man, and though the law, and hell it self proclaim a man a dead man, and make a man see himself a dead man, cc cs dt n1, cc n1 pn31 n1 vvi dt n1 dt j n1, cc vvi dt n1 vvb px31 dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9070 yet it cannot kill this Principle, a man would have life and strength in his own hand, yet it cannot kill this Principle, a man would have life and strength in his own hand, av pn31 vmbx vvi d n1, dt n1 vmd vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9071 and ability, and sufficiency in his own custody; and ability, and sufficiency in his own custody; cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9072 we may see this Principle in Gods own Children, though this Principle be begun to be killed, we may see this Principle in God's own Children, though this Principle be begun to be killed, pns12 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n2 d n2, cs d n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9073 yet it rests partly in Gods children, there is still a secret lust in their hearts, to have life, yet it rests partly in God's children, there is still a secret lust in their hearts, to have life, av pn31 vvz av p-acp npg1 n2, pc-acp vbz av dt j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vhi n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9074 and grace, and strength in their own keeping; and grace, and strength in their own keeping; cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 d vvg; (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9075 and if any child of God be negligent in coming to God, it is because of this Principle that remains in him. and if any child of God be negligent in coming to God, it is Because of this Principle that remains in him. cc cs d n1 pp-f np1 vbb j p-acp vvg p-acp np1, pn31 vbz p-acp pp-f d n1 cst vvz p-acp pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 744 Page 29
9076 3. Thirdly, He is most dead that death hath most power over: 3. Thirdly, He is most dead that death hath most power over: crd ord, pns31 vbz av-ds j cst n1 vhz av-ds n1 a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9077 Now when a man is legally dead, and the law hath made him a dead man, Now when a man is legally dead, and the law hath made him a dead man, av c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9078 though he be a dead man, yet death hath no power over him, his heart is stubborn still, though he be a dead man, yet death hath no power over him, his heart is stubborn still, cs pns31 vbb dt j n1, av n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno31, po31 n1 vbz j av, (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9079 and will not look toward Christ and the Gospel, he is still as stubborn as ever he was; and will not look towards christ and the Gospel, he is still as stubborn as ever he was; cc vmb xx vvi p-acp np1 cc dt n1, pns31 vbz av p-acp j c-acp av pns31 vbds; (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9080 he will roar and howl, and hear every Sermon, but still he hath a hard heart, the law hath not power to break his heart to powder, and to soften his heart: he will roar and howl, and hear every Sermon, but still he hath a hard heart, the law hath not power to break his heart to powder, and to soften his heart: pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vvi d n1, cc-acp av pns31 vhz dt j n1, dt n1 vhz xx n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9081 but when a man is evangelically dead, when the Gospel hath made him dead, as it doth before it quickens a man, it breaks the sturdinesse of a mans heart, but when a man is evangelically dead, when the Gospel hath made him dead, as it does before it quickens a man, it breaks the sturdiness of a men heart, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 j, c-acp pn31 vdz p-acp pn31 vvz dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9082 and shatters a man all to pieces; and shatters a man all to Pieces; cc vvz dt n1 av-d p-acp n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9083 that is the meaning of that place, Psal. 147. 3. He healeth those that are broken in heart, and bindeth up their sores: that is the meaning of that place, Psalm 147. 3. He heals those that Are broken in heart, and binds up their sores: d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz d cst vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc vvz a-acp po32 n2: (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9084 Now he is thus made a dead man, it makes his heart to burst under the weight of his sins, Now he is thus made a dead man, it makes his heart to burst under the weight of his Sins, av pns31 vbz av vvn dt j n1, pn31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9085 and it beats him to powder: and it beats him to powder: cc pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi: (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 29
9086 but a man that is onely legally dead, he is heart-whole still, and his spirit is as stout against the kind working of the Gospel asever it was, nay, worse a great deal; but a man that is only legally dead, he is heart-whole still, and his Spirit is as stout against the kind working of the Gospel asever it was, nay, Worse a great deal; cc-acp dt n1 cst vbz j av-j j, pns31 vbz j av, cc po31 n1 vbz a-acp j p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvb pn31 vbds, uh, jc dt j n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9087 there are none more hardened then those that see themselves dead, damned creatures, by the power of the law, without the power of the Gospel. there Are none more hardened then those that see themselves dead, damned creatures, by the power of the law, without the power of the Gospel. pc-acp vbr pix av-dc vvn cs d cst vvb px32 j, j-vvn n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9088 But when the Gospel comes, it breaks the heart to powder, Isa. 57. 15. Thus saith the high and lofty one, He that inhabiteth Eternity, whose name is Holy, I dwell in the high and holy place, But when the Gospel comes, it breaks the heart to powder, Isaiah 57. 15. Thus Says the high and lofty one, He that Inhabiteth Eternity, whose name is Holy, I dwell in the high and holy place, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz, pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd av vvz dt j cc j pi, pns31 cst vvz n1, rg-crq n1 vbz j, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j cc j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9089 and with him who is of an humble and contrite spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and with him who is of an humble and contrite Spirit, to revive the Spirit of the humble, cc p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz pp-f dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9090 and to give life to them that are of a contrite heart. and to give life to them that Are of a contrite heart. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr pp-f dt j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9091 This man is the object of Mercy that is evangelically dead, he is the formal object of mercy: This man is the Object of Mercy that is evangelically dead, he is the formal Object of mercy: d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz av-j j, pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9092 Why? because he is dead with such a kind of death as hath gotten power over him, power to break his heart, to make it an humble and contrite heart: Why? Because he is dead with such a kind of death as hath got power over him, power to break his heart, to make it an humble and contrite heart: q-crq? c-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno31, n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 dt j cc j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9093 now saith the Lord, I will revive such a man. This man is the formal object of mercy, and into him eternal life will come. now Says the Lord, I will revive such a man. This man is the formal Object of mercy, and into him Eternal life will come. av vvz dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi d dt n1. d n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp pno31 j n1 vmb vvi. (8) treatise (DIV2) 745 Page 30
9094 2. The Second thing I promised to shew you, is the difference between these two, between legal and evangelical Privation. 2. The Second thing I promised to show you, is the difference between these two, between Legal and Evangelical Privation. crd dt ord n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi pn22, vbz dt n1 p-acp d crd, p-acp j cc j n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 746 Page 30
9095 Between one that is legally dead, and one that is dead as the Gospel deads a man before it quickens him. Between one that is legally dead, and one that is dead as the Gospel deads a man before it quickens him. p-acp pi cst vbz av-j j, cc pi cst vbz j c-acp dt n1 n2-j dt n1 p-acp pn31 vvz pno31. (8) treatise (DIV2) 746 Page 30
9096 1. First, He that is legally dead lies all along in his death: 1. First, He that is legally dead lies all along in his death: crd ord, pns31 cst vbz av-j j vvz d a-acp p-acp po31 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9097 but when the Gospel makes a man a dead man, it makes him stand up that he might have life, Ephes. 5. 14. Awake thou that sleepest, but when the Gospel makes a man a dead man, it makes him stand up that he might have life, Ephesians 5. 14. Awake thou that Sleepest, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 dt j n1, pn31 vvz pno31 vvi a-acp cst pns31 vmd vhi n1, np1 crd crd j pns21 cst vv2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9098 and stand up from the dead, and Christ shall give thee life: He doth not mean, stand up from being dead, but stand up from the dead, and stand up from the dead, and christ shall give thee life: He does not mean, stand up from being dead, but stand up from the dead, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt j, cc np1 vmb vvi pno21 n1: pns31 vdz xx vvi, vvb a-acp p-acp vbg j, cc-acp vvb a-acp p-acp dt j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9099 and then Christ shall give thee life; he means such a standing up from the dead, as before Christ gives him life: and then christ shall give thee life; he means such a standing up from the dead, as before christ gives him life: cc av np1 vmb vvi pno21 n1; pns31 vvz d dt vvg a-acp p-acp dt j, c-acp p-acp np1 vvz pno31 n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9100 the Gospel doth thus far awaken a man, though he be more dead a thousand times, the Gospel does thus Far awaken a man, though he be more dead a thousand times, dt n1 vdz av av-j vvi dt n1, cs pns31 vbb av-dc j dt crd n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9101 then he that is dead by the law, yet thus far it quickens him, that he stands up from his secure estate: then he that is dead by the law, yet thus Far it quickens him, that he Stands up from his secure estate: cs pns31 cst vbz j p-acp dt n1, av av av-j pn31 vvz pno31, cst pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 j n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9102 when the law comes and shews a man that he is a dead man, he still lies under his sins, he is a dead man, when the law comes and shows a man that he is a dead man, he still lies under his Sins, he is a dead man, c-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz dt n1 cst pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 av vvz p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbz dt j n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9103 and cannot stand up that Christ may give him life. That is the First thing. and cannot stand up that christ may give him life. That is the First thing. cc vmbx vvi a-acp cst np1 vmb vvi pno31 n1. cst vbz dt ord n1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 747 Page 30
9104 2. Secondly, He that is legally dead, made dead only by the law, he is deaf to the Gospel: 2. Secondly, He that is legally dead, made dead only by the law, he is deaf to the Gospel: crd ord, pns31 cst vbz av-j j, vvd j av-j p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9105 but when a man is evangelically dead, it boars his ears and makes him hear the voice of the Word, but when a man is evangelically dead, it boars his ears and makes him hear the voice of the Word, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, pn31 n2 po31 n2 cc vvz pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9106 and not only so, but the voice of Christ in the Word, Isa. 55. 3. Incline your ears and come unto me, hear and your soul shall live: and not only so, but the voice of christ in the Word, Isaiah 55. 3. Incline your ears and come unto me, hear and your soul shall live: cc xx av-j av, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd vvi po22 n2 cc vvb p-acp pno11, vvb cc po22 n1 vmb vvi: (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9107 He calls those that were evangelically dead, Hear, and your soul shall live; they are made able to hear: He calls those that were evangelically dead, Hear, and your soul shall live; they Are made able to hear: pns31 vvz d cst vbdr av-j j, vvb, cc po22 n1 vmb vvi; pns32 vbr vvn j pc-acp vvi: (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9108 Let their profits, and old courses, and old companions come and tempt them to walk as they have done, they are deaf of that ear, they cannot go that way to work, no, Let their profits, and old courses, and old Sodales come and tempt them to walk as they have done, they Are deaf of that ear, they cannot go that Way to work, no, vvb po32 n2, cc j n2, cc j n2 vvb cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vhb vdn, pns32 vbr j pp-f d n1, pns32 vmbx vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi, uh-dx, (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9109 now their ears are open heaven-wards, seek the Lord, and you shall live, Amos 5. 6. They are made to seek the Lord, thus much life they have: now their ears Are open heavenwards, seek the Lord, and you shall live, Amos 5. 6. They Are made to seek the Lord, thus much life they have: av po32 n2 vbr j n2, vvb dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, av d n1 pns32 vhb: (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9110 though they are more dead in regard of their own misery, then one that is dead by the law; though they Are more dead in regard of their own misery, then one that is dead by the law; cs pns32 vbr av-dc j p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n1, cs pi cst vbz j p-acp dt n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9111 yet thus much life they have put into them, that they will go and seek unto God in the use of the means, yet thus much life they have put into them, that they will go and seek unto God in the use of the means, av av d n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9112 and follow him up and down, and nothing will satisfy the heart but Christ, they leave no stone unroled, they seek up and down every where. and follow him up and down, and nothing will satisfy the heart but christ, they leave no stone unrolled, they seek up and down every where. cc vvi pno31 a-acp cc a-acp, cc pix vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb dx n1 vvn, pns32 vvb a-acp cc a-acp d c-crq. (8) treatise (DIV2) 748 Page 30
9113 3. Thirdly, He that is legally dead, it is a kind of death to love; but he that is evangelically dead, it is a death of love; 3. Thirdly, He that is legally dead, it is a kind of death to love; but he that is evangelically dead, it is a death of love; crd ord, pns31 cst vbz av-j j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi; cc-acp pns31 cst vbz av-j j, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 30
9114 when the Church in the Canticles was but sensible of the countenance of Christ, she was presently sick of love, I charge you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, when the Church in the Canticles was but sensible of the countenance of christ, she was presently sick of love, I charge you, Oh you daughters of Jerusalem, c-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vbds cc-acp j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vbds av-j j pp-f n1, pns11 vvb pn22, uh pn22 n2 pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 30
9115 if ye find my welbeloved, tell him that I am sick of love, Cant. 5. There is a great deal of difference between sicknesse and death, death is a total privation of life; if you find my well-beloved, tell him that I am sick of love, Cant 5. There is a great deal of difference between sickness and death, death is a total privation of life; cs pn22 vvb po11 j, vvb pno31 cst pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, np1 crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 30
9116 sicknesse is but a partial privation: now when the Gospel hath wrought upon a man that he hath some of Christ, sickness is but a partial privation: now when the Gospel hath wrought upon a man that he hath Some of christ, n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1: av c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhz d pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 30
9117 and is not deprived of all, that privation makes him sick of love; and is not deprived of all, that privation makes him sick of love; cc vbz xx vvn pp-f d, cst n1 vvz pno31 j pp-f n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 30
9118 but when the Gospel makes a man see he is dead, and altogether deprived of Christ, but when the Gospel makes a man see he is dead, and altogether deprived of christ, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 vvb pns31 vbz j, cc av vvn pp-f np1, (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 30
9119 now he is dead of love: now he is dead of love: av pns31 vbz j pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 30
9120 when a man is legally dead, this is his death that he is damned, and must go to hell; when a man is legally dead, this is his death that he is damned, and must go to hell; c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j j, d vbz po31 n1 cst pns31 vbz vvn, cc vmb vvi p-acp n1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 31
9121 this is his death that he hath no mercy, not that he hath not grace, and holiness, and Christ; this is his death that he hath no mercy, not that he hath not grace, and holiness, and christ; d vbz po31 n1 cst pns31 vhz dx n1, xx cst pns31 vhz xx n1, cc n1, cc np1; (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 31
9122 but if a man be evangelically dead, this is his death, that he hath not Christ. but if a man be evangelically dead, this is his death, that he hath not christ. cc-acp cs dt n1 vbi av-j j, d vbz po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz xx np1. (8) treatise (DIV2) 749 Page 31
9123 The Use is this, If there be any that the law hath made dead, rest not there, The Use is this, If there be any that the law hath made dead, rest not there, dt n1 vbz d, cs pc-acp vbb d cst dt n1 vhz vvn j, vvb xx a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9124 but labour that the Gospel may make you dead also; but labour that the Gospel may make you dead also; cc-acp n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 j av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9125 when thou art humbled by the law, thou mayest think that mercy is prepared for thee, when thou art humbled by the law, thou Mayest think that mercy is prepared for thee, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp dt n1, pns21 vm2 vvi d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21, (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9126 but thy lusts may recover again, and that damned life that is in thee may recover again; but thy Lustiest may recover again, and that damned life that is in thee may recover again; cc-acp po21 n2 vmb vvi av, cc cst j-vvn n1 cst vbz p-acp pno21 vmb vvi av; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9127 therefore labour to be more deaded by the Gospel, that thou mayest have a total death begun in thee, that thou mayest have thy deaths wound given thee deep, not only to be in a swound, but to be dead indeed. Therefore labour to be more deadened by the Gospel, that thou Mayest have a total death begun in thee, that thou Mayest have thy death's wound given thee deep, not only to be in a swoon, but to be dead indeed. av vvb pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns21 vm2 vhi dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vm2 vhi po21 ng1 n1 vvn pno21 j-jn, xx av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi j av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9128 Joh. 11. Christ staid four dayes after Lazarus was dead before he would raise him, because he would have him irrecoverably dead before he would raise him: John 11. christ stayed four days After Lazarus was dead before he would raise him, Because he would have him irrecoverably dead before he would raise him: np1 crd np1 vvd crd n2 p-acp np1 vbds j c-acp pns31 vmd vvi pno31, c-acp pns31 vmd vhi pno31 av-j j c-acp pns31 vmd vvi pno31: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9129 Lord, (saith Martha) he stinketh, f•r he hath been dead four dayes, vers. 39. If he had raised him sooner, his glory had not been so great: Lord, (Says Martha) he stinketh, f•r he hath been dead four days, vers. 39. If he had raised him sooner, his glory had not been so great: n1, (vvz np1) pns31 vvz, av pns31 vhz vbn j crd n2, fw-la. crd cs pns31 vhd vvn pno31 av-c, po31 n1 vhd xx vbn av j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9130 so thou must labour to be dead in deed, and to be buried, and to be loathsome and abominable, so thou must labour to be dead in deed, and to be buried, and to be loathsome and abominable, av pns21 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vbi j cc j, (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9131 and then Christ will quicken thee: and then christ will quicken thee: cc av np1 vmb vvi pno21: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9132 It is certain, that Gods Children have some of this death wrought in them, before they are quickned at all; It is certain, that God's Children have Some of this death wrought in them, before they Are quickened At all; pn31 vbz j, cst npg1 n2 vhb d pp-f d n1 vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9133 for death is before quickning in order of nature: for death is before quickening in order of nature: p-acp n1 vbz p-acp j-vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9134 there must be a corruption of one thing, before there can be a generation of another; there must be a corruption of one thing, before there can be a generation of Another; pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f crd n1, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9135 there must be a privation of one form, before there can be an introduction of another: there must be a privation of one from, before there can be an introduction of Another: pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f crd n1, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n-jn: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9136 A child of God must be dead before he can be quickned. A child of God must be dead before he can be quickened. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j c-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn. (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9137 Now then, if he will have more life, he must labour to be dead more and more: Now then, if he will have more life, he must labour to be dead more and more: av av, cs pns31 vmb vhi dc n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j av-dc cc av-dc: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9138 now thou must labour to have this death truly begun to be wrought in thee, thou must labour to have the love of this world and self-conceitednesse altogether dead in thee. now thou must labour to have this death truly begun to be wrought in thee, thou must labour to have the love of this world and Self-conceitedness altogether dead in thee. av pns21 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi d n1 av-j vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno21, pns21 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 av j p-acp pno21. (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9139 Hos. 6. 2. After two dayes will he revive us, and the third day will he raise us up, Hos. 6. 2. After two days will he revive us, and the third day will he raise us up, np1 crd crd p-acp crd n2 vmb pns31 vvi pno12, cc dt ord n1 vmb pns31 vvi pno12 a-acp, (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9140 and we shall live in his sight: A man may be alive, though he have been seemingly dead twenty four hours; and we shall live in his sighed: A man may be alive, though he have been seemingly dead twenty four hours; cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1: dt n1 vmb vbi j, cs pns31 vhb vbn av-vvg j crd crd n2; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9141 therefore it is a good custom among us to keep men near two dayes before we bury them, that we may be sure they are throughly dead; Therefore it is a good custom among us to keep men near two days before we bury them, that we may be sure they Are thoroughly dead; av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n2 av-j crd n2 c-acp pns12 vvb pno32, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pns32 vbr av-j j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9142 for there are many have been buried alive: for there Are many have been buried alive: c-acp pc-acp vbr d vhb vbn vvn j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9143 so after two dayes he will revive us, and the third day he will raise us up: so After two days he will revive us, and the third day he will raise us up: av p-acp crd n2 pns31 vmb vvi pno12, cc dt ord n1 pns31 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9144 when a man is dead indeed, and hath his liveliness throughly killed in him, then God will revive him; when a man is dead indeed, and hath his liveliness thoroughly killed in him, then God will revive him; c-crq dt n1 vbz j av, cc vhz po31 n1 av-j vvn p-acp pno31, cs np1 vmb vvi pno31; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9145 if he should revive him before, his glory would not be so great, if he should revive him before he were quite dead; if he should revive him before, his glory would not be so great, if he should revive him before he were quite dead; cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp, po31 n1 vmd xx vbi av j, cs pns31 vmd vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbdr av j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9146 when Ahab humbled himself, and put on sackcloth, and went softly, a man would have thought he had been dead; when Ahab humbled himself, and put on Sackcloth, and went softly, a man would have Thought he had been dead; c-crq np1 vvn px31, cc vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd av-j, dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pns31 vhd vbn j; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9147 but in the next Chapter we may see he is alive again. but in the next Chapter we may see he is alive again. cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi pns31 vbz j av. (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9148 So Ananias and Sapphira, one would have thought their covetousnesse had been dead, (whether they were any of the three thousand that were pricked at Peters Sermon, I dispute not; So Ananias and Sapphira, one would have Thought their covetousness had been dead, (whither they were any of the three thousand that were pricked At Peter's Sermon, I dispute not; np1 np1 cc np1, pi vmd vhi vvn po32 n1 vhd vbn j, (cs pns32 vbdr d pp-f dt crd crd cst vbdr vvn p-acp npg1 n1, pns11 vvb xx; (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9149 but they were pricked and made sensible of their damned estate, and pretended to lay down all at the Apostles feet, one would have thought their covetousness had been dead) but yet it was alive: but they were pricked and made sensible of their damned estate, and pretended to lay down all At the Apostles feet, one would have Thought their covetousness had been dead) but yet it was alive: cc-acp pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvd j pp-f po32 j-vvn n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp d p-acp dt n2 n2, pi vmd vhi vvn po32 n1 vhd vbn j) cc-acp av pn31 vbds j: (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9150 therefore labour that the Gospel may make thee throughly dead. Therefore labour that the Gospel may make thee thoroughly dead. av n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno21 av-j j. (8) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 31
9151 THE SPIRITUAL WATCH. 2 Tim. 4. 5. Watch thou in all things. THE SPIRITUAL WATCH. 2 Tim. 4. 5. Watch thou in all things. dt j n1. crd np1 crd crd n1 pns21 p-acp d n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 750 Page 32
9152 IN the verses going before we have, 1. The charge that the Apostle gives to Timothy, ver. 1. I charge thee before God, IN the Verses going before we have, 1. The charge that the Apostle gives to Timothy, ver. 1. I charge thee before God, p-acp dt n2 vvg c-acp pns12 vhb, crd dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, fw-la. crd pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp np1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 751 Page 32
9153 and the Lord Jesus Christ, that shall judge the quick and the dead. and the Lord jesus christ, that shall judge the quick and the dead. cc dt n1 np1 np1, cst vmb vvi dt j cc dt j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 751 Page 32
9154 There are many duties we are loath to come unto, and are tempted from; so that we have need of all strong cords to draw us to them. There Are many duties we Are loath to come unto, and Are tempted from; so that we have need of all strong cords to draw us to them. pc-acp vbr d n2 pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vbr vvn p-acp; av cst pns12 vhb n1 pp-f d j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp pno32. (9) treatise (DIV2) 751 Page 32
9155 2. We have the thing he gives him this charge for; 2. We have the thing he gives him this charge for; crd pns12 vhb dt n1 pns31 vvz pno31 d n1 p-acp; (9) treatise (DIV2) 752 Page 32
9156 and that is, ver. 2. Preach the Word in season, and out of season, &c. which duty strongly lyeth upon the Ministers of the Gospel, to hold forth the Word of God, to edifie and convert mens souls. and that is, ver. 2. Preach the Word in season, and out of season, etc. which duty strongly lies upon the Ministers of the Gospel, to hold forth the Word of God, to edify and convert men's Souls. cc d vbz, fw-la. crd vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cc av pp-f n1, av r-crq n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi ng2 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 752 Page 32
9157 3. Here is the reason why he gives him this charge, and that is in the third and fourth verses, For the time will come, 3. Here is the reason why he gives him this charge, and that is in the third and fourth Verses, For the time will come, crd av vbz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno31 d n1, cc d vbz p-acp dt ord cc ord n2, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 32
9158 when they will not endure sound Doctrine, &c. The more danger there is among people, the more instant should Ministers be, to preach the Word unto the conscience. when they will not endure found Doctrine, etc. The more danger there is among people, the more instant should Ministers be, to preach the Word unto the conscience. c-crq pns32 vmb xx vvi j n1, av dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp n1, dt av-dc j-jn vmd n2 vbi, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 32
9159 Now in the verse I have read unto you, the Apostle perswades Tim•thy to watchfulnesse; Now in the verse I have read unto you, the Apostle persuades Tim•thy to watchfulness; av p-acp dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, dt n1 vvz j p-acp n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 32
9160 as who should say, Though others be careless and negligent, yet I would have thee to be watchful, consider, thou art a Watchman. as who should say, Though Others be careless and negligent, yet I would have thee to be watchful, Consider, thou art a Watchman. c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs n2-jn vbb j cc j, av pns11 vmd vhi pno21 p-acp vbi j, vvb, pns21 vb2r dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 32
9161 Every Christian is to watch over his own wayes, and those that are committed to his charge: Every Christian is to watch over his own ways, and those that Are committed to his charge: np1 np1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n2, cc d cst vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 32
9162 but Ministers are watchmen over their people, therefore here is a double reason to move him to watchfulness; but Ministers Are watchmen over their people, Therefore Here is a double reason to move him to watchfulness; cc-acp n2 vbr n2 p-acp po32 n1, av av vbz dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 32
9163 both in regard of his own soul, and the people he was set over, Mark. 13. 37. our Saviour saith, What I say to you, I say to all, Watch. both in regard of his own soul, and the people he was Set over, Mark. 13. 37. our Saviour Says, What I say to you, I say to all, Watch. d p-acp n1 pp-f po31 d n1, cc dt n1 pns31 vbds vvn a-acp, vvb. crd crd po12 n1 vvz, r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb p-acp d, vvb. (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 33
9164 And what Paul saith here to Timothy, I may say to all Christians, Watch in all things. And what Paul Says Here to Timothy, I may say to all Christians, Watch in all things. cc r-crq np1 vvz av p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d np1, vvb p-acp d n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 753 Page 33
9165 For the better handling of this point, I will shew you, First, What it is to watch. For the better handling of this point, I will show you, First, What it is to watch. p-acp dt jc n-vvg pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22, ord, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 754 Page 33
9166 Secondly, The things we must watch. Thirdly, The reasons of it. First, What it is to watch. Secondly, The things we must watch. Thirdly, The Reasons of it. First, What it is to watch. ord, dt n2 pns12 vmb vvi. ord, dt n2 pp-f pn31. ord, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 756 Page 33
9167 And to watch in Scripture is taken two wayes, Literally, and Spiritually. First, Watching sometimes is taken Literally, and then it signifies a waking, when the time, And to watch in Scripture is taken two ways, Literally, and Spiritually. First, Watching sometime is taken Literally, and then it signifies a waking, when the time, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vbz vvn crd n2, av-j, cc av-j. ord, vvg av vbz vvn av-j, cc av pn31 vvz dt n-vvg, c-crq dt n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 758 Page 33
9168 or nature calls not for sleep; for there is a difference between watching, and waking: or nature calls not for sleep; for there is a difference between watching, and waking: cc n1 vvz xx p-acp n1; c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc vvg: (9) treatise (DIV2) 759 Page 33
9169 we are all awake at this time, or else ought to be, but yet we cannot be said to watch; we Are all awake At this time, or Else ought to be, but yet we cannot be said to watch; pns12 vbr d j p-acp d n1, cc av vmd p-acp vbi, cc-acp av pns12 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 759 Page 33
9170 but this is to watch, when time or nature calls for sleep. but this is to watch, when time or nature calls for sleep. cc-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi, c-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 759 Page 33
9171 When a man awaketh all night, or the greatest part of the night, as Luke 2. 8. The Shepherds were watching their flocks by night: When a man awakes all night, or the greatest part of the night, as Lycia 2. 8. The Shepherd's were watching their flocks by night: c-crq dt n1 vvz d n1, cc dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av crd crd dt n2 vbdr vvg po32 n2 p-acp n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 759 Page 33
9172 And this is two fold, either Ordinary, or Extraordinary. Ordinary watching is contrary to immoderatenesse in sleeping. And this is two fold, either Ordinary, or Extraordinary. Ordinary watching is contrary to immoderateness in sleeping. cc d vbz crd n1, d j, cc j. j vvg vbz j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp vvg. (9) treatise (DIV2) 759 Page 33
9173 As when a man is sober in eating, and drinking, and other lawful things; so we ought to be sober in our sleep, for it is a dangerous thing, As when a man is Sobrium in eating, and drinking, and other lawful things; so we ought to be Sobrium in our sleep, for it is a dangerous thing, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc j-jn j n2; av pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi j p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 760 Page 33
9174 if we suffer immoderate sleep to fall upon us. if we suffer immoderate sleep to fallen upon us. cs pns12 vvb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12. (9) treatise (DIV2) 760 Page 33
9175 Now Extraordinary watching is contrary to sleep it self, as ordinary watching is contrary to sleepinesse; Now Extraordinary watching is contrary to sleep it self, as ordinary watching is contrary to sleepiness; av j vvg vbz j-jn p-acp vvi pn31 n1, c-acp j vvg vbz j-jn p-acp n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 761 Page 33
9176 for it takes away our natural sleep, which otherwise we are to have. And this is for two reasons: for it Takes away our natural sleep, which otherwise we Are to have. And this is for two Reasons: p-acp pn31 vvz av po12 j n1, r-crq av pns12 vbr pc-acp vhi. cc d vbz p-acp crd n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 761 Page 33
9177 The first is for a Civil end, when we watch with those that are sick, as a duty of Charity; The First is for a Civil end, when we watch with those that Are sick, as a duty of Charity; dt ord vbz p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d cst vbr j, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 762 Page 33
9178 it is fit that those that are well, should break their natural sleep and rest, to be helpful to those that are sick; this is a Civil end. it is fit that those that Are well, should break their natural sleep and rest, to be helpful to those that Are sick; this is a Civil end. pn31 vbz j cst d cst vbr av, vmd vvi po32 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp d cst vbr j; d vbz dt j n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 762 Page 33
9179 Secondly, There is a Spiritual end of extraordinary watching, and that is, when a man is not only moderate in sleeping, Secondly, There is a Spiritual end of extraordinary watching, and that is, when a man is not only moderate in sleeping, ord, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f j vvg, cc cst vbz, c-crq dt n1 vbz xx av-j vvi p-acp vvg, (9) treatise (DIV2) 763 Page 33
9180 but abates himself of that rest he may lawfully take, for a Spiritual end. but abates himself of that rest he may lawfully take, for a Spiritual end. cc-acp vvz px31 pp-f d n1 pns31 vmb av-j vvi, p-acp dt j n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 763 Page 33
9181 As Saint Peter saith, Watch unto prayer. 1 Pet. 4. 7. and the Church, Lament. 2. 19. watched to humble their souls under Gods hand. As Saint Peter Says, Watch unto prayer. 1 Pet. 4. 7. and the Church, Lament. 2. 19. watched to humble their Souls under God's hand. p-acp n1 np1 vvz, vvb p-acp n1. vvn np1 crd crd cc dt n1, vvb. crd crd vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp npg1 n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 763 Page 33
9182 For sometimes we have need to break our very natural rest, for the good of our souls. For sometime we have need to break our very natural rest, for the good of our Souls. p-acp av pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi po12 j j n1, p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 763 Page 33
9183 Though we be never so careful, and conscionable in the day time, yet it may so fall out, that the day will not be enough, Though we be never so careful, and conscionable in the day time, yet it may so fallen out, that the day will not be enough, cs pns12 vbb av-x av j, cc j p-acp dt n1 n1, av pn31 vmb av vvi av, cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi av-d, (9) treatise (DIV2) 763 Page 33
9184 but we must entrench upon the night also, to seek the Lord extraordinarily; but this watching is not here meant, though it be sometimes required. but we must entrench upon the night also, to seek the Lord extraordinarily; but this watching is not Here meant, though it be sometime required. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j; cc-acp d vvg vbz xx av vvn, cs pn31 vbb av vvn. (9) treatise (DIV2) 763 Page 33
9185 But a Spiritual watching is specially meant, which includes Three things in it. First, It doth note a readinesse of minde to be drowzy; But a Spiritual watching is specially meant, which includes Three things in it. First, It does note a readiness of mind to be drowsy; p-acp dt j vvg vbz av-j vvn, r-crq vvz crd n2 p-acp pn31. ord, pn31 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 763 Page 33
9186 for as in natural and literal watching, it doth note a natural proneness to be drowzy, either through the darknesse of the night, for as in natural and literal watching, it does note a natural proneness to be drowsy, either through the darkness of the night, c-acp c-acp p-acp j cc j vvg, pn31 vdz vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9187 or the heat of the weather, or the like; or the heat of the weather, or the like; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9188 so this spiritual watching signifieth unto us, that we are naturally subject to be secure spiritually, so this spiritual watching signifies unto us, that we Are naturally Subject to be secure spiritually, av d j vvg vvz p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vbr av-j j-jn pc-acp vbi j av-j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9189 and vain, and idle, and negligent, and have need to be rouzed up: and vain, and idle, and negligent, and have need to be roused up: cc j, cc j, cc j, cc vhb n1 pc-acp vbi j-vvn p-acp: (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9190 for indeed all Commandments since the Fall, are such as do not agree with our nature; for indeed all commandments since the Fallen, Are such as do not agree with our nature; c-acp av d n2 p-acp dt n1, vbr d c-acp vdb xx vvi p-acp po12 n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9191 as when he commands us to seek the Lord while he may be found, that intimates, that we are by nature apt to put it off, as when he commands us to seek the Lord while he may be found, that intimates, that we Are by nature apt to put it off, c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn, cst vvz, cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1 j pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9192 and to be careless of making our peace with God; and to be careless of making our peace with God; cc pc-acp vbi j pp-f vvg po12 n1 p-acp np1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9193 and when the Lord saith, pray alwayes, it doth imply, how backward we are to that duty, and when the Lord Says, pray always, it does imply, how backward we Are to that duty, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz, vvb av, pn31 vdz vvi, c-crq av-j pns12 vbr pc-acp d n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9194 how apt to neglect it, or to shuffle it over, and to be luke-warm in it: how apt to neglect it, or to shuffle it over, and to be lukewarm in it: c-crq j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31: (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9195 before the Fall when God did bid man do any thing, the bidding of him did imply, that if he were not careful, he was in a possibility of breaking the commandments; before the Fallen when God did bid man do any thing, the bidding of him did imply, that if he were not careful, he was in a possibility of breaking the Commandments; c-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vdd vvi n1 vdb d n1, dt n-vvg pp-f pno31 vdd vvi, cst cs pns31 vbdr xx j, pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9196 it did not argue a proneness to break them: it did not argue a proneness to break them: pn31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9197 but since the Fall, the commandements of God, whatsoever God hath commanded us to do, either for matter or manner of it, it implyeth, but since the Fallen, the Commandments of God, whatsoever God hath commanded us to do, either for matter or manner of it, it Implies, cc-acp c-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz, (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9198 how backward to, and untoward we are in doing it. how backward to, and untoward we Are in doing it. c-crq av-j p-acp, cc j pns12 vbr p-acp vdg pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 764 Page 33
9199 Secondly, Watchfulnesse doth imply a labour and endeavour in our selves, to take off this sinful pronenesse to evil that is in us, Secondly, Watchfulness does imply a labour and endeavour in our selves, to take off this sinful proneness to evil that is in us, ord, n1 vdz vvi dt n1 cc vvi p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp d j n1 p-acp j-jn cst vbz p-acp pno12, (9) treatise (DIV2) 765 Page 34
9200 and to be seriously stirred up, to look after our Duty, whatsoever it is, both towards God, and to be seriously stirred up, to look After our Duty, whatsoever it is, both towards God, cc pc-acp vbi av-j vvn a-acp, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, r-crq pn31 vbz, av-d p-acp np1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 765 Page 34
9201 and towards man, we ought to shake off all untowardnesse of Spirit, whereby we are unfit to Watch; and towards man, we ought to shake off all untowardness of Spirit, whereby we Are unfit to Watch; cc p-acp n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 765 Page 34
9202 Watchfulnesse implyeth this also, Ephes. 5. 14. Awake thou that sleepest, and stand up from the dead: Watchfulness Implies this also, Ephesians 5. 14. Awake thou that Sleepest, and stand up from the dead: n1 vvz d av, np1 crd crd j pns21 cst vv2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 765 Page 34
9203 as who should say, Shake off thy drowzinesse, and labour to break off this folly of heart, whereby thou goest dreaming on, as who should say, Shake off thy drowzinesse, and labour to break off this folly of heart, whereby thou goest dreaming on, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb a-acp po21 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns21 vv2 vvg p-acp, (9) treatise (DIV2) 765 Page 34
9204 and rouze up thy spirit, and stand upon thy guard. The Third and main thing: and rouse up thy Spirit, and stand upon thy guard. The Third and main thing: cc vvi a-acp po21 n1, cc vvb p-acp po21 n1. dt ord cc j n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 765 Page 34
9205 This Watchfulness doth include some further businesse or duty to be done that is not yet performed; This Watchfulness does include Some further business or duty to be done that is not yet performed; d n1 vdz vvi d jc n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vdn cst vbz xx av vvn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9206 for watchfulness is an act to help forward some further act: As for example, We are bound to remember God in all our wayes; for watchfulness is an act to help forward Some further act: As for Exampl, We Are bound to Remember God in all our ways; p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j d av-jc n1: c-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d po12 n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9207 the want of this, is the reason we so often sin against God; the want of this, is the reason we so often since against God; dt n1 pp-f d, vbz dt n1 pns12 av av n1 p-acp np1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9208 now if we did remember God, if we did remember his Holinesse, if we did remember the greatnesse of his Power, now if we did Remember God, if we did Remember his Holiness, if we did Remember the greatness of his Power, av cs pns12 vdd vvi np1, cs pns12 vdd vvi po31 n1, cs pns12 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9209 and the strictnesse of his Justice against Sin, if we did remember our Death, and what account we are to make before him, this would be a great help to keep us from sin; and the strictness of his justice against since, if we did Remember our Death, and what account we Are to make before him, this would be a great help to keep us from since; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, cs pns12 vdd vvi po12 n1, cc r-crq n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, d vmd vbi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9210 now if we would remember this, a special way to help us, is to watch, as Acts 20. 31. Watch and remember, saith the Apostle; now if we would Remember this, a special Way to help us, is to watch, as Acts 20. 31. Watch and Remember, Says the Apostle; av cs pns12 vmd vvi d, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, vbz pc-acp vvi, c-acp n2 crd crd n1 cc vvi, vvz dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9211 he being desirous that they should remember the admonitions which he had propounded, he layes down this as a special means to help them hereunto, to watch: So we are to be watchful, that we may be sober in eating and drinking, and all lawful things; he being desirous that they should Remember the admonitions which he had propounded, he lays down this as a special means to help them hereunto, to watch: So we Are to be watchful, that we may be Sobrium in eating and drinking, and all lawful things; pns31 vbg j cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, pns31 vvz a-acp d c-acp dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av, pc-acp vvi: av pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi j, cst pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc d j n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9212 for how sudduly do distempers break in upon us, unlesse a man look to himself? now watchfulnesse is an excellent help to Sobriety, 1 Thess. 5. 6. Let us watch and be sober: for how sudduly do distempers break in upon us, unless a man look to himself? now watchfulness is an excellent help to Sobriety, 1 Thess 5. 6. Let us watch and be Sobrium: p-acp c-crq av-j vdb n2 vvi p-acp p-acp pno12, cs dt n1 vvb p-acp px31? av n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd vvb pno12 vvi cc vbi j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9213 We had need to watch whatsoever we go about, that we may be sober in it; We had need to watch whatsoever we go about, that we may be Sobrium in it; pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vvb a-acp, cst pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp pn31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9214 whatsoever wordly businesse we go about in our Callings, we had need to have this watchfulnesse, that we be not overwhelmed, whatsoever wordly business we go about in our Callings, we had need to have this watchfulness, that we be not overwhelmed, r-crq j n1 pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vhi d n1, cst pns12 vbb xx vvn, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9215 and over head and ears in the world, that we may not be intemperate in our eating and drinking, that we may not give our selves too much liberty and freedom in talking and discoursing of the things here below; and over head and ears in the world, that we may not be intemperate in our eating and drinking, that we may not give our selves too much liberty and freedom in talking and discoursing of the things Here below; cc p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vbi j p-acp po12 j-vvg cc vvg, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 av d n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n2 av a-acp; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9216 so we are bound to keep our garments, that our nakednesse may not be seen, that the sins that are up and down in the world do not defile them, that the temptations, so we Are bound to keep our garments, that our nakedness may not be seen, that the Sins that Are up and down in the world do not defile them, that the temptations, av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst po12 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, cst dt n2 cst vbr a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1 vdb xx vvi pno32, cst dt n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9217 and allurements, and occasions we meet withal, and the examples of the times, and such like, do not take away our righteousnesse from us: and allurements, and occasions we meet withal, and the Examples of the times, and such like, do not take away our righteousness from us: cc n2, cc n2 pns12 vvb av, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc d av-j, vdb xx vvi av po12 n1 p-acp pno12: (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9218 now watchfulnesse is an help hereunto, as we may see, Rev. 16. 15. the text saith, Blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments: now watchfulness is an help hereunto, as we may see, Rev. 16. 15. the text Says, Blessed is he that watches, and Keepeth his garments: av n1 vbz dt n1 av, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi, n1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz, cc vvz po31 n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9219 So that watchfulnesse is an excellent help for a further act to be done: So that watchfulness is an excellent help for a further act to be done: av d n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pc-acp vbi vdn: (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9220 when a man hath some duty or other to be done, which the Lord requires should be done with care and diligence, watchfulnesse is a help thereunto, when a man hath Some duty or other to be done, which the Lord requires should be done with care and diligence, watchfulness is a help thereunto, c-crq dt n1 vhz d n1 cc n-jn pc-acp vbi vdn, r-crq dt n1 vvz vmd vbi vdn p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 vbz dt n1 av, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9221 as Hab. 2. 1. the Prophet knowing there was some Prophecy to be bestowed upon them, the Prophet laboured to be in a fit case to receive it; as Hab. 2. 1. the Prophet knowing there was Some Prophecy to be bestowed upon them, the Prophet laboured to be in a fit case to receive it; c-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 vvg a-acp vbds d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9222 and that he might so be, I will watch saith he: and that he might so be, I will watch Says he: cc cst pns31 vmd av vbi, pns11 vmb vvi vvz pns31: (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9223 in a word, watchfulnesse, is an intentive consideratenesse of the heart, when a man doth consider how he is to do every thing, in a word, watchfulness, is an intentive considerateness of the heart, when a man does Consider how he is to do every thing, p-acp dt n1, n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi c-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vdi d n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9224 lest he be surprised either by Satan, or the world, or by his own subtil flesh; lest he be surprised either by Satan, or the world, or by his own subtle Flesh; cs pns31 vbb vvn av-d p-acp np1, cc dt n1, cc p-acp po31 d j n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9225 when a man is considerative, and takes heed to himself, to his thoughts, and his words, when a man is considerative, and Takes heed to himself, to his thoughts, and his words, c-crq dt n1 vbz j, cc vvz n1 p-acp px31, p-acp po31 n2, cc po31 n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9226 and all his actions, as our Saviour saith, Take heed, Watch, and Pray, Mark. 13. 33. When he would describe watchfulnesse, what it is, he sets another phrase by it to open it to us, Take heed, watch and pray. and all his actions, as our Saviour Says, Take heed, Watch, and Pray, Mark. 13. 33. When he would describe watchfulness, what it is, he sets Another phrase by it to open it to us, Take heed, watch and pray. cc d po31 n2, c-acp po12 n1 vvz, vvb n1, vvb, cc vvb, vvb. crd crd c-crq pns31 vmd vvi n1, r-crq pn31 vbz, pns31 vvz j-jn n1 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno12, vvb n1, vvb cc vvb. (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9227 There is a kind of heedlessenesse that is apt to cleave to the heart, whereby the heart is carelesse what snares are before it: There is a kind of heedlessenesse that is apt to cleave to the heart, whereby the heart is careless what snares Are before it: pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz j r-crq n2 vbr p-acp pn31: (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9228 now watchfulnesse doth take off this, and maketh a man to take more heed in whatsoever he doth, now watchfulness does take off this, and makes a man to take more heed in whatsoever he does, av n1 vdz vvi a-acp d, cc vv2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9229 so that there can be no opportunity of doing good, but he takes it; so that there can be no opportunity of doing good, but he Takes it; av cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f vdg j, cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 34
9230 no good motion is suggested, but he lyeth at catch to receive it, for this is watchfulnesse. no good motion is suggested, but he lies At catch to receive it, for this is watchfulness. dx j n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn31, c-acp d vbz n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 35
9231 Prov. 8. 33. Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates: Curae 8. 33. Blessed is the man that hears me, watching daily At my gates: np1 crd crd j-vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvz pno11, vvg av-j p-acp po11 n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 35
9232 here you may see watchfulness is expressed, when a man comes into the presence of Christ, waiting to hear whatsoever shall come from Christ, Here you may see watchfulness is expressed, when a man comes into the presence of christ, waiting to hear whatsoever shall come from christ, av pn22 vmb vvi n1 vbz vvn, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vvi p-acp np1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 35
9233 and there is nothing that drops from the Minister that concerns him, but he is ready to receive it; and there is nothing that drops from the Minister that concerns him, but he is ready to receive it; cc pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pno31, cc-acp pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 35
9234 when a man waits to be ready to obey whatsoever commandment the Lord delivers, and to take heed to avoid whatsoever the Lord forbids. This is watchfulness. when a man waits to be ready to obey whatsoever Commandment the Lord delivers, and to take heed to avoid whatsoever the Lord forbids. This is watchfulness. c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz. d vbz n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 766 Page 35
9235 Now the second thing is, what we must watch? I Answer, We must watch our selves, Now the second thing is, what we must watch? I Answer, We must watch our selves, av dt ord n1 vbz, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi? pns11 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 767 Page 35
9236 and all the duties of Religion, and time. First we must watch over our selves. and all the duties of Religion, and time. First we must watch over our selves. cc d dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. ord pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 767 Page 35
9237 Ponder thy pathes, saith the Wise man, Prov. 4. 26. as who should say, Look to thy self; Ponder thy paths, Says the Wise man, Curae 4. 26. as who should say, Look to thy self; np1 po21 n2, vvz dt j n1, np1 crd crd c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb p-acp po21 n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 768 Page 35
9238 take heed to every step that it be ordered aright: take heed to every step that it be ordered aright: vvb n1 p-acp d n1 cst pn31 vbb vvn av: (9) treatise (DIV2) 768 Page 35
9239 How soon may a man be turned out of the way? How soon was David carried away into those two great sins of Murther and Adultery? How soon was Peter put besides his Resolution in the high Priests Hall, How soon may a man be turned out of the Way? How soon was David carried away into those two great Sins of Murder and Adultery? How soon was Peter put beside his Resolution in the high Priests Hall, c-crq av vmb dt n1 vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1? uh-crq av vbds np1 vvd av p-acp d crd j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1? uh-crq av vbds np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j ng1 n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 768 Page 35
9240 for want of watchfulness? If he had watched and remembred our Saviours item, he had never denied his Master: for want of watchfulness? If he had watched and remembered our Saviors item, he had never denied his Master: p-acp n1 pp-f n1? cs pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn po12 ng1 n1, pns31 vhd av-x vvn po31 n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 768 Page 35
9241 A man is marvellous ready to be carried away, therefore we must watch our selves. A man is marvellous ready to be carried away, Therefore we must watch our selves. dt n1 vbz j j pc-acp vbi vvn av, av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 768 Page 35
9242 First, And in particular we must watch our own thoughts: naturally all our thoughts are idle and unprofitable, our minds are apt to spend themselves upon that which will do us no good: First, And in particular we must watch our own thoughts: naturally all our thoughts Are idle and unprofitable, our minds Are apt to spend themselves upon that which will do us no good: ord, cc p-acp j pns12 vmb vvi po12 d n2: av-j d po12 n2 vbr j cc j, po12 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d r-crq vmb vdi pno12 av-dx j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 769 Page 35
9243 we had need therefore to watch over our thoughts, Deut. 15. 9. Beware (saith the text) that there be not an evil thought in thy heart: we had need Therefore to watch over our thoughts, Deuteronomy 15. 9. Beware (Says the text) that there be not an evil Thought in thy heart: pns12 vhd n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd crd vvb (vvz dt n1) d a-acp vbb xx dt j-jn n1 p-acp po21 n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 769 Page 35
9244 Take heed that vain thoughts come not into thy mind, idle thoughts, or wordly thoughts will dead us, Take heed that vain thoughts come not into thy mind, idle thoughts, or wordly thoughts will dead us, vvb n1 cst j n2 vvb xx p-acp po21 n1, j n2, cc j n2 vmb av-j pno12, (9) treatise (DIV2) 769 Page 35
9245 and dull us to the service of God, and poyson the heart, and no good thing can dwell in us, and dull us to the service of God, and poison the heart, and no good thing can dwell in us, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi dt n1, cc dx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, (9) treatise (DIV2) 769 Page 35
9246 if we do not look unto our thoughts: the eyes of the Lord are upon our thoughts, therefore watch over thy thoughts. if we do not look unto our thoughts: the eyes of the Lord Are upon our thoughts, Therefore watch over thy thoughts. cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp po12 n2, av vvb a-acp po21 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 769 Page 35
9247 Secondly, We should watch over the Heart it self: Secondly, We should watch over the Heart it self: ord, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 770 Page 35
9248 The heart is the very spring, there be the very issues of Life and Death, the actions flow from thence; The heart is the very spring, there be the very issues of Life and Death, the actions flow from thence; dt n1 vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vbi dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n2 vvb p-acp av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 770 Page 35
9249 therefore, Prov. 4. 23. the wise man saith, Keep thy heart with all keeping: Therefore, Curae 4. 23. the wise man Says, Keep thy heart with all keeping: av, np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvz, vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n-vvg: (9) treatise (DIV2) 770 Page 35
9250 as who should say, Thy heart is deceitful and desperate, it will make thee believe thou art going to heaven, as who should say, Thy heart is deceitful and desperate, it will make thee believe thou art going to heaven, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, po21 n1 vbz j cc j, pn31 vmb vvi pno21 vvb pns21 vb2r vvg p-acp n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 770 Page 35
9251 when it leads thee to hell; when it leads thee to hell; c-crq pn31 vvz pno21 p-acp n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 770 Page 35
9252 if thou be never so well affected for a time, this heart will fly off, it is naturally so naught and reprobate to what is good; if thou be never so well affected for a time, this heart will fly off, it is naturally so nought and Reprobate to what is good; cs pns21 vbb av-x av av vvn p-acp dt n1, d n1 vmb vvi a-acp, pn31 vbz av-j av pi cc n-jn p-acp r-crq vbz j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 770 Page 35
9253 Therefore keep thy heart with all diligence. Therefore keep thy heart with all diligence. av vvb po21 n1 p-acp d n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 770 Page 35
9254 Thirdly, Watch over thy Words: Psal. 141. 3. Set a watch, O Lord, before the door of my lips. Thirdly, Watch over thy Words: Psalm 141. 3. Set a watch, Oh Lord, before the door of my lips. ord, vvb a-acp po21 n2: np1 crd crd vvb dt n1, uh n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 771 Page 35
9255 We must watch our lips, and have a care that our words be agreeable to Gods Word, We must watch our lips, and have a care that our words be agreeable to God's Word, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, cc vhb dt n1 cst po12 n2 vbb j p-acp ng1 n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 771 Page 35
9256 and seasoned with salt, and that we shun all manner of communication, that doth not minister grace to the hearers; and seasoned with salt, and that we shun all manner of communication, that does not minister grace to the hearers; cc vvn p-acp n1, cc cst pns12 vvb d n1 pp-f n1, cst vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 771 Page 35
9257 we must take heed lest idle words proceed out of our mouths, for which we must give an account at the day of Judgement; we must take heed lest idle words proceed out of our mouths, for which we must give an account At the day of Judgement; pns12 vmb vvi n1 cs j n2 vvb av pp-f po12 n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 771 Page 35
9258 how many times do such words proceed out of our mouths that we would give a world to recal again, onely because we do not watch over your words, that they may be such as may tend to edifying, how many times do such words proceed out of our mouths that we would give a world to Recall again, only Because we do not watch over your words, that they may be such as may tend to edifying, c-crq d n2 vdb d n2 vvb av pp-f po12 n2 cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, av-j c-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp po22 n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi d c-acp vmb vvi p-acp j-vvg, (9) treatise (DIV2) 771 Page 35
9259 and expresse the grace that is within? and express the grace that is within? cc vvi dt n1 cst vbz a-acp? (9) treatise (DIV2) 771 Page 35
9260 Fourthly, Again, we should watch over our Senses, we should make a covenant with our eyes, as Job speaks chap. 31. 1. not to look upon a maid; Fourthly, Again, we should watch over our Senses, we should make a Covenant with our eyes, as Job speaks chap. 31. 1. not to look upon a maid; ord, av, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n1 vvz n1 crd crd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 772 Page 35
9261 when our eyes are looking up and down, though they be not caught with adultery, or such gross sins, yet there is danger to be caught one vvay or other; when our eyes Are looking up and down, though they be not caught with adultery, or such gross Sins, yet there is danger to be caught one Way or other; c-crq po12 n2 vbr vvg a-acp cc a-acp, cs pns32 vbb xx vvn p-acp n1, cc d j n2, av pc-acp vbz n1 pc-acp vbi vvn crd n1 cc n-jn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 772 Page 35
9262 for when a man looks upon the Objects of the world, as good, and the like, for when a man looks upon the Objects of the world, as good, and the like, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp j, cc dt j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 772 Page 35
9263 how ready is his mind to be carryed after it? Men are led by their eyes, they carry the mind and heart with them, how ready is his mind to be carried After it? Men Are led by their eyes, they carry the mind and heart with them, c-crq j vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31? n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvb dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (9) treatise (DIV2) 772 Page 35
9264 therefore we should have a care, that whatsoever comes to our eyes, we make a good use of. Therefore we should have a care, that whatsoever comes to our eyes, we make a good use of. av pns12 vmd vhi dt n1, cst r-crq vvz p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f. (9) treatise (DIV2) 772 Page 35
9265 Fistly, Again, we should set a watch before our Ears we should take heed what we hear, Firstly, Again, we should Set a watch before our Ears we should take heed what we hear, av, av, pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vmd vvi n1 r-crq pns12 vvb, (9) treatise (DIV2) 773 Page 36
9266 when we come in company, left we be infected by what is spoken; we should have an hedge about our ears, to stop them from unfavoury things. when we come in company, left we be infected by what is spoken; we should have an hedge about our ears, to stop them from unfavour things. c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, vvd pns12 vbb vvn p-acp r-crq vbz vvn; pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 773 Page 36
9267 D•th not the ear take words, saith Job? VVe should have tasting ears, that should be able to taste and relish the good words that are spoken, D•th not the ear take words, Says Job? We should have tasting ears, that should be able to taste and relish the good words that Are spoken, vhz xx dt n1 vvb n2, vvz np1? pns12 vmd vhi j-vvg n2, cst vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n2 cst vbr vvn, (9) treatise (DIV2) 773 Page 36
9268 and hate the contrary, and distaste them. Lastly, We should watch our selves, ever the whole man: and hate the contrary, and distaste them. Lastly, We should watch our selves, ever the Whole man: cc vvb dt n-jn, cc vvi pno32. ord, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2, av dt j-jn n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 773 Page 36
9269 Only take heed to thy selfe, Deut. 4. 9. As who should say, This is the only thing; Only take heed to thy self, Deuteronomy 4. 9. As who should say, This is the only thing; av-j vvb n1 p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbz dt j n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 774 Page 36
9270 have a care of, watch over thy self, lest thy self undoe thy self; there is no enemie so dangerous unto us as our selves: have a care of, watch over thy self, lest thy self undo thy self; there is no enemy so dangerous unto us as our selves: vhb dt n1 pp-f, vvb a-acp po21 n1, cs po21 n1 vvi po21 n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 774 Page 36
9271 the Divel in hell cannot do us so much mischief How many corruptions are there in us, to draw us from God, the devil in hell cannot do us so much mischief How many corruptions Are there in us, to draw us from God, dt n1 p-acp n1 vmbx vdi pno12 av d n1 c-crq d n2 vbr a-acp p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 774 Page 36
9272 and incite us unto sin? There are abundance of corruptions lying in the heart of man, to make a man unfit for any thing that is good; and incite us unto since? There Are abundance of corruptions lying in the heart of man, to make a man unfit for any thing that is good; cc vvi pno12 p-acp n1? pc-acp vbr n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp d n1 cst vbz j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 774 Page 36
9273 that is, idlenesse in the understanding, it cannot abide to take pains, and exercise it self in Divine matters. that is, idleness in the understanding, it cannot abide to take pains, and exercise it self in Divine matters. d vbz, n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi n2, cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 774 Page 36
9274 There is in the will and affections, covetousness, and abundance of corrupt inclinations, that if a man look not to, it will break forth: There is in the will and affections, covetousness, and abundance of corrupt inclinations, that if a man look not to, it will break forth: pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n2, n1, cc n1 pp-f j n2, cst cs dt n1 vvb xx pc-acp, pn31 vmb vvi av: (9) treatise (DIV2) 774 Page 36
9275 So that this is the thing we must watch over, our selves. Secondly, We are to watch over the duties of Religion; So that this is the thing we must watch over, our selves. Secondly, We Are to watch over the duties of Religion; av cst d vbz dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi a-acp, po12 n2. ord, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 774 Page 36
9276 as for example, we are to watch unto prayer, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Pet. 4. 7. we are to watch to meditating, as for Exampl, we Are to watch unto prayer, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Pet. 4. 7. we Are to watch to meditating, a-acp p-acp n1, pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd n1 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg, (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9277 and reading, and hearing of the Word of God. and reading, and hearing of the Word of God. cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9278 Otherwise though we do them for the matter of them, yet we cannot for the right form, and manner of them: Otherwise though we do them for the matter of them, yet we cannot for the right from, and manner of them: av cs pns12 vdb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, av pns12 vmbx p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32: (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9279 though our hearts be in a pretty good tune for the present, yet we cannot hold this frame, if we watch not thereunto. though our hearts be in a pretty good tune for the present, yet we cannot hold this frame, if we watch not thereunto. cs po12 n2 vbb p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp dt j, av pns12 vmbx vvi d n1, cs pns12 vvb xx av. (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9280 Rev. 3. 3. is an excellent place, If you will not watch, saith the Text, and hold fast, I will come against thee as a chief in the night: Rev. 3. 3. is an excellent place, If you will not watch, Says the Text, and hold fast, I will come against thee as a chief in the night: n1 crd crd vbz dt j n1, cs pn22 vmb xx vvi, vvz dt n1, cc vvb av-j, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9281 As who should say, Stir up thy self and watch, that thou maist hold fast; if thou hast got any hatred of sin in thy heart, hold it fast; As who should say, Stir up thy self and watch, that thou Mayest hold fast; if thou hast god any hatred of since in thy heart, hold it fast; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vvb a-acp po21 n1 cc n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi av-j; cs pns21 vh2 vvn d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvb pn31 av-j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9282 if strength against corruption, hold it fast. if strength against corruption, hold it fast. cs n1 p-acp n1, vvb pn31 av-j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9283 How shall I do that? why watch saith •e, of else Christ will come against thee as a thief. How shall I do that? why watch Says •e, of Else christ will come against thee as a thief. q-crq vmb pns11 vdi d? q-crq n1 vvz n1, pp-f av np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9284 If a book be in a mans hand when he is drowzy, it will fall out, he cannot hold it fast; If a book be in a men hand when he is drowsy, it will fallen out, he cannot hold it fast; cs dt n1 vbb p-acp dt ng1 n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j, pn31 vmb vvi av, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 av-j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9285 So when a m•ns heart is drowzy, and secure, it will let go comfort, and any thing that God hath bestowed for the good of the soul; therefore we ought •o watch: So when a m•ns heart is drowsy, and secure, it will let go Comfort, and any thing that God hath bestowed for the good of the soul; Therefore we ought •o watch: av c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz j, cc j, pn31 vmb vvi vvi n1, cc d n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1; av pns12 vmd av vvi: (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9286 if we have any sweet disposition of heart, to go on in the Service of God, if we have any sweet disposition of heart, to go on in the Service of God, cs pns12 vhb d j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9287 and in the duties of Religion, we may go on if we be watchful. And now to branch this into particulars. and in the duties of Religion, we may go on if we be watchful. And now to branch this into particulars. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp cs pns12 vbb j. cc av pc-acp vvi d p-acp n2-j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 775 Page 36
9288 First, We must watch before the Duty. Secondly, We must watch in the Duty. Thirdly, We must watch after the Duty. First; First, We must watch before the Duty. Secondly, We must watch in the Duty. Thirdly, We must watch After the Duty. First; ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. ord; (9) treatise (DIV2) 776 Page 36
9289 We must watch before the Duty. We must watch before the Duty. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 779 Page 36
9290 Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy, Exod. 20. 8. So I may say, remember Prayer, to keep it holy; remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy, Exod 20. 8. So I may say, Remember Prayer, to keep it holy; np1 dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j, np1 crd crd av pns11 vmb vvi, vvb n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 779 Page 36
9291 remember Meditation, to keep it holy; Remember Meditation, to keep it holy; vvb n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 779 Page 36
9292 remember all the duties of Religion, to keep them holy, and perform them in an holy manner: Remember all the duties of Religion, to keep them holy, and perform them in an holy manner: vvb d dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 j, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 779 Page 36
9293 think of them before you go about the performance of them; think of them before you go about the performance of them; vvb pp-f pno32 p-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (9) treatise (DIV2) 779 Page 36
9294 we cannot pray unless we watch unto prayer, unless we be careful, and have our eyes in our heads, we cannot pray unless we watch unto prayer, unless we be careful, and have our eyes in our Heads, pns12 vmbx vvi cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cs pns12 vbb j, cc vhb po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 779 Page 36
9295 before we go about the duty. In the morning as soon as we awake, we should think of prayer; before we go about the duty. In the morning as soon as we awake, we should think of prayer; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1. p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp pns12 vvb, pns12 vmd vvi pp-f n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 779 Page 36
9296 and when tempted to sin, we should think of prayer. and when tempted to since, we should think of prayer. cc c-crq vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vvi pp-f n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 36
9297 If I sin, how can I pray unto God? I have ever and anon need to poure out my prayers before God; If I sin, how can I pray unto God? I have ever and anon need to pour out my Prayers before God; cs pns11 vvb, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp np1? pns11 vhb av cc av vvb pc-acp vvi av po11 n2 p-acp np1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 36
9298 now if I commit these and these sins, how can I look up to heaven, now if I commit these and these Sins, how can I look up to heaven, av cs pns11 vvb d cc d n2, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi a-acp p-acp n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 36
9299 when my conscience doth reproach me for sin? So when we hear the word of God, look to thy foot when thou comest into the house of God, Eccles. 5. 1. that is, when my conscience does reproach me for since? So when we hear the word of God, look to thy foot when thou Comest into the house of God, Eccles. 5. 1. that is, c-crq po11 n1 vdz vvi pno11 p-acp n1? av c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp po21 n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cst vbz, (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 36
9300 Before thou goest into the House of God to hear the Word of Salvation, see into thine own heart, think whose wo•• it is thou hearest; Before thou goest into the House of God to hear the Word of Salvation, see into thine own heart, think whose wo•• it is thou Hearst; c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp po21 d n1, vvb r-crq n1 pn31 vbz pns21 vv2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 37
9301 and that thou goest to hear the Word, that shall judge thee at the last day. and that thou goest to hear the Word, that shall judge thee At the last day. cc cst pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt ord n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 37
9302 When thou comest into the presence of God, take heed lest thou hearest as fools hear; When thou Comest into the presence of God, take heed lest thou Hearst as Fools hear; c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb n1 cs pns21 vv2 p-acp n2 vvb; (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 37
9303 and take heed lest thou prayest as fools pray; and comest to the Sacrament, as fools use to come; and take heed lest thou Prayest as Fools pray; and Comest to the Sacrament, as Fools use to come; cc vvb n1 cs pns21 vv2 p-acp n2 vvb; cc vv2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 37
9304 we should watch before the duty, that all things may be in a readinesse, before we come to the performance of it, that we may prevent all things that may hinder us, we should watch before the duty, that all things may be in a readiness, before we come to the performance of it, that we may prevent all things that may hinder us, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cst d n2 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi d n2 cst vmb vvi pno12, (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 37
9305 and be •itted with all things that may help forward the duty; that time, place, and all advantages may meet together for the better doing of it. and be •itted with all things that may help forward the duty; that time, place, and all advantages may meet together for the better doing of it. cc vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cst vmb vvi av-j dt n1; d n1, n1, cc d n2 vmb vvi av p-acp dt jc vdg pp-f pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 780 Page 37
9306 Then secondly, We must watch in the duty, as well as before the duty. Then secondly, We must watch in the duty, as well as before the duty. av ord, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9307 As the Apostle speaks concerning prayer, so I may say concerning all other duties, Contain in pr••••, and watch therein with thanksgiving, Col. 4. 2. As we are to watch before, that we may have preparation, As the Apostle speaks Concerning prayer, so I may say Concerning all other duties, Contain in pr••••, and watch therein with thanksgiving, Col. 4. 2. As we Are to watch before, that we may have preparation, p-acp dt n1 vvz vvg n1, av pns11 vmb vvi vvg d j-jn n2, vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi av p-acp n1, np1 crd crd c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi a-acp, cst pns12 vmb vhi n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9308 so we must watch in the duty, that we may rightly discharge it; so we must watch in the duty, that we may rightly discharge it; av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb av-jn vvi pn31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9309 for though a man hath been watchful before the duty, and hath been prepared in some measure, for though a man hath been watchful before the duty, and hath been prepared in Some measure, c-acp cs dt n1 vhz vbn j p-acp dt n1, cc vhz vbn vvn p-acp d n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9310 and sitted, yet you are not without danger. and sitted, yet you Are not without danger. cc vvn, av pn22 vbr xx p-acp n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9311 But when you are in prayer, and when you are at the Lords Table, or any other duty; But when you Are in prayer, and when you Are At the lords Table, or any other duty; p-acp c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp n1, cc c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp dt n2 n1, cc d j-jn n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9312 for all your former preparation, if you be not watchful now, you may fail in some kind or other, and so mar the duty; for all your former preparation, if you be not watchful now, you may fail in Some kind or other, and so mar the duty; p-acp d po22 j n1, cs pn22 vbb xx j av, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cc j-jn, cc av vvb dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9313 therefore we should watch in the duty, that our hearts may be waking in it, Therefore we should watch in the duty, that our hearts may be waking in it, av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvg p-acp pn31, (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9314 and our mind attentive upon it, that our hearts may be fixed upon that we are about; and our mind attentive upon it, that our hearts may be fixed upon that we Are about; cc po12 n1 j p-acp pn31, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp cst pns12 vbr a-acp; (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9315 My 〈 ◊ 〉 fixed, my hea•t is fixed, saith the Prophet David; he was a joyful man, he repeats it again and again; My 〈 ◊ 〉 fixed, my hea•t is fixed, Says the Prophet David; he was a joyful man, he repeats it again and again; po11 〈 sy 〉 j-vvn, po11 n1 vbz vvn, vvz dt n1 np1; pns31 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vvz pn31 av cc av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9316 as if a man should be jocund, and say, I have got it, I have got it. as if a man should be jocund, and say, I have god it, I have god it. c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vbi j, cc vvi, pns11 vhb vvn pn31, pns11 vhb vvn pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9317 We should get hearts fixed upon the duty that so we may not have wavering hearts, half off, and half on the duty; We should get hearts fixed upon the duty that so we may not have wavering hearts, half off, and half on the duty; pns12 vmd vvi n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cst av pns12 vmb xx vhi j-vvg n2, av-jn a-acp, cc j-jn p-acp dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9318 but that the whole man may be employed about it. Thirdly, We should be watchful after the duty, that we may not lose the benefit, but that the Whole man may be employed about it. Thirdly, We should be watchful After the duty, that we may not loose the benefit, cc-acp cst dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31. ord, pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 781 Page 37
9319 and reward of the duty, lest the subtilties of Satan, and the wiles of our own hearts, do rob us of the fruits of it; and reward of the duty, lest the subtleties of Satan, and the wiles of our own hearts, do rob us of the fruits of it; cc vvi pp-f dt n1, cs dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 d n2, vdb vvi pno12 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9320 though a man hears very attentively, and pray, and perform all other duties very enlargedly, though a man hears very attentively, and pray, and perform all other duties very enlargedly, cs dt n1 vvz av av-j, cc vvb, cc vvi d j-jn n2 av av-j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9321 yet when he hath done all, he may lose the comfort and reward of the duty. yet when he hath done all, he may loose the Comfort and reward of the duty. av c-crq pns31 vhz vdn d, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9322 Therefore when we hear the word, we should watch over our hearts, that the fouls of the ayre may not pluck it out again, that if we have any quickning, we may not lose it again; Therefore when we hear the word, we should watch over our hearts, that the fouls of the air may not pluck it out again, that if we have any quickening, we may not loose it again; av c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn31 av av, cst cs pns12 vhb d j-vvg, pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31 av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9323 if we have heard any thing that hath helped us forward in Grace, we should take heed that we lose not the ground again; if we have herd any thing that hath helped us forward in Grace, we should take heed that we loose not the ground again; cs pns12 vhb vvn d n1 cst vhz vvn pno12 av-j p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vvi n1 cst pns12 vvb xx dt n1 av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9324 As the Publican, as soone as he had prayed to God, and performed an Ordinance aright, As the Publican, as soon as he had prayed to God, and performed an Ordinance aright, c-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1, cc vvd dt n1 av, (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9325 how careful was he not to lose the benefit thereof? He went to the Temple to pray, how careful was he not to loose the benefit thereof? He went to the Temple to pray, c-crq j vbds pns31 xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 av? pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9326 and he was watchful before the duty; thinking, I am now going to pray, and power out my soul before God. and he was watchful before the duty; thinking, I am now going to pray, and power out my soul before God. cc pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1; vvg, pns11 vbm av vvg pc-acp vvi, cc n1 av po11 n1 p-acp np1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9327 He was watchful in the duty, for you may see how humbly, and feelingly, and penitently he did pray; He was watchful in the duty, for you may see how humbly, and feelingly, and penitently he did pray; pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi c-crq av-j, cc av-vvg, cc av-jn pns31 vdd vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9328 standing a far off, and smiting upon his brest, and not li••ng up his eyes to heaven, bewailing the hardness of his own heart, standing a Far off, and smiting upon his breast, and not li••ng up his eyes to heaven, bewailing the hardness of his own heart, vvg dt av-j a-acp, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc xx av-j a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9329 and rowzing it up, Lord be merciful to me a sinner: and rousing it up, Lord be merciful to me a sinner: cc j-vvg zz a-acp, n1 vbb j p-acp pno11 dt n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9330 and when he had done this, he was careful afterwards, for the Text saith, Luk. 18. 14. As he had prayed for mercy, and when he had done this, he was careful afterwards, for the Text Says, Luk. 18. 14. As he had prayed for mercy, cc c-crq pns31 vhd vdn d, pns31 vbds j av, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9331 so he was careful to carry it along with him. so he was careful to carry it along with him. av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp pno31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9332 He prayed that he might be justified, and as he prayed for it, so he was careful to carry home justification in his bosome. He prayed that he might be justified, and as he prayed for it, so he was careful to carry home justification in his bosom. pns31 vvd cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, cc c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, av pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi av-an n1 p-acp po31 n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9333 So when we are at a Sermon, we should watch, that we may go home quickned, and bettered: So when we Are At a Sermon, we should watch, that we may go home quickened, and bettered: av c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi av-an vvn, cc vvn: (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9334 and when we are at conference, we should watch that we may return home with the fruit and benefit of the duty: and when we Are At conference, we should watch that we may return home with the fruit and benefit of the duty: cc c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vvi cst pns12 vmb vvi av-an p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9335 So for all other Ordinances, we should be careful and watchful, that we may not lose the reward, So for all other Ordinances, we should be careful and watchful, that we may not loose the reward, av c-acp d j-jn n2, pns12 vmd vbi j cc j, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9336 for the Divel is crafty, and our own hearts are ready to betray us, therefore we had need be watchful; for the devil is crafty, and our own hearts Are ready to betray us, Therefore we had need be watchful; p-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc po12 d n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12, av pns12 vhd n1 vbi j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 37
9337 and that is the second thing we should watch, the duties of Religion. Thirdly, We should watch times and seasons; God knows what miserable things are a coming, and that is the second thing we should watch, the duties of Religion. Thirdly, We should watch times and seasons; God knows what miserable things Are a coming, cc d vbz dt ord n1 pns12 vmd vvi, dt n2 pp-f n1. ord, pns12 vmd vvi n2 cc n2; np1 vvz r-crq j n2 vbr dt n-vvg, (9) treatise (DIV2) 782 Page 38
9338 therefore what time the Lord allots us, we had need improve it to the best advantage, that we may redeem the time. Therefore what time the Lord allots us, we had need improve it to the best advantage, that we may Redeem the time. av q-crq n1 dt n1 vvz pno12, pns12 vhd vvb vvb pn31 p-acp dt js n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 783 Page 38
9339 How many hours do run from us, before we are aware? How many dayes, How many hours do run from us, before we Are aware? How many days, c-crq d n2 vdb vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp pns12 vbr j? c-crq d n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 783 Page 38
9340 and months, and years, have we let slip away, and we are little the better? Our time is a special thing, and months, and Years, have we let slip away, and we Are little the better? Our time is a special thing, cc n2, cc n2, vhb pns12 vvb vvi av, cc pns12 vbr av-j dt j? po12 n1 vbz dt j n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 783 Page 38
9341 and therefore we had need to watch it, that we may improve it to the best advantage, that we may be no longer fools, and Therefore we had need to watch it, that we may improve it to the best advantage, that we may be no longer Fools, cc av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cst pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt js n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi dx jc n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 783 Page 38
9342 but wise in the imploying of it. Secondly, We should watch all the times of Gods anger and displeasure; but wise in the employing of it. Secondly, We should watch all the times of God's anger and displeasure; cc-acp j p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31. ord, pns12 vmd vvi d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 783 Page 38
9343 it is a miserable thing when a man passeth on like a fool, and Gods anger comes forth, it is a miserable thing when a man passes on like a fool, and God's anger comes forth, pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp av-j dt n1, cc n2 n1 vvz av, (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9344 and a man is not provided, hath not a defence for it. and a man is not provided, hath not a defence for it. cc dt n1 vbz xx vvn, vhz xx dt n1 p-acp pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9345 There be dayes of anger, and visitation, when God comes to visit people for their sins; There be days of anger, and Visitation, when God comes to visit people for their Sins; pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9346 to visit a parish, to visit a family, to visit a person; and what a woful thing is it, for a man to be drowzy and negligent, to visit a parish, to visit a family, to visit a person; and what a woeful thing is it, for a man to be drowsy and negligent, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1; cc q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9347 when Gods anger bursts forth, and so he hath no evidence of comfort to his soul; when God's anger bursts forth, and so he hath no evidence of Comfort to his soul; c-crq npg1 n1 n2 av, cc av pns31 vhz dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9348 be knows not how to meet God in the field? But when the wrath of God breaks out in any kind upon his Goods, be knows not how to meet God in the field? But when the wrath of God breaks out in any kind upon his Goods, vbb vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n2-j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9349 or Wife, or Children, or Body, or Friends, or any thing, he is at a losse, or Wife, or Children, or Body, or Friends, or any thing, he is At a loss, cc n1, cc n2, cc n1, cc n2, cc d n1, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9350 and knows not what to do; and knows not what to do; cc vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vdi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9351 he is fain to sink under the hand of God, and hath no refuge to flie unto; he is fain to sink under the hand of God, and hath no refuge to fly unto; pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9352 therefore we should watch against the day of Gods anger. Therefore we should watch against the day of God's anger. av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 784 Page 38
9353 Thirdly, We should watch over the times of Grace: for there be gracious and acceptable times, Thirdly, We should watch over the times of Grace: for there be gracious and acceptable times, ord, pns12 vmd vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: p-acp pc-acp vbi j cc j n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9354 as the Apostle calls them, 2 Cor. 6. 21. Many times good motions come in: as the Apostle calls them, 2 Cor. 6. 21. Many times good motions come in: c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32, crd np1 crd crd av-d n2 j n2 vvb p-acp: (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9355 Now if we do not watch, to keep them, and nourish them in our hearts, the Lord will passe us by at another time, Now if we do not watch, to keep them, and nourish them in our hearts, the Lord will pass us by At Another time, av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2, dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp j-jn n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9356 and we shall not be moved. and we shall not be moved. cc pns12 vmb xx vbi vvn. (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9357 Sometimes God affects thy heart at a Sermon, and puts in a good resolution to forsake sin, and lead a new life; Sometime God affects thy heart At a Sermon, and puts in a good resolution to forsake since, and led a new life; av np1 vvz po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi dt j n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9358 now have a care to keep these resolutions, and let them not perish in thee, and go out like lightning. now have a care to keep these resolutions, and let them not perish in thee, and go out like lightning. av vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vvb pno32 xx vvi p-acp pno21, cc vvb av av-j n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9359 The Lord hath given many a blessed season, and oportunity of mercy, the water was moved, The Lord hath given many a blessed season, and opportunity of mercy, the water was moved, dt n1 vhz vvn d dt j-vvn n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vbds vvn, (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9360 if he would have but stepped in, if he would but have taken hold of the mercy, he might have had it; if he would have but stepped in, if he would but have taken hold of the mercy, he might have had it; cs pns31 vmd vhi p-acp vvn p-acp, cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vhb vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmd vhi vhn pn31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9361 but afterwards, he may go mourning, and thirsting, and longing, and never have the mercy offered more; but afterwards, he may go mourning, and thirsting, and longing, and never have the mercy offered more; cc-acp av, pns31 vmb vvi n1, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc av-x vhi dt n1 vvd av-dc; (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9362 and it is well if he can be humbled for missing of that mercy, by his neglect, and it is well if he can be humbled for missing of that mercy, by his neglect, cc pn31 vbz n1 cs pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg pp-f d n1, p-acp po31 n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9363 and watch for the future the times of Grace. Again we should watch the times of Death; we are all mortal men, must die, and watch for the future the times of Grace. Again we should watch the times of Death; we Are all Mortal men, must die, cc vvi p-acp dt j-jn dt n2 pp-f n1. av pns12 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; pns12 vbr d j-jn n2, vmb vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 785 Page 38
9364 and Blessed is that servant, whom his Lord when he cometh shall find him so doing, Mat. 24. 5. If any of us should dye, and Blessed is that servant, whom his Lord when he comes shall find him so doing, Mathew 24. 5. If any of us should die, cc vvn vbz cst n1, ro-crq po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz vmb vvi pno31 av vdg, np1 crd crd cs d pp-f pno12 vmd vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 786 Page 38
9365 before we are converted, and brought home to God, we perish for ever: before we Are converted, and brought home to God, we perish for ever: c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, cc vvd av-an p-acp np1, pns12 vvb p-acp av: (9) treatise (DIV2) 786 Page 38
9366 Whosoever thou art, if thou die in thy sins with thy dead, hard, unsanctified, unregenerate heart, thou art damned, thou goest to Hell. Whosoever thou art, if thou die in thy Sins with thy dead, hard, unsanctified, unregenerate heart, thou art damned, thou goest to Hell. c-crq pns21 vb2r, cs pns21 vvb p-acp po21 n2 p-acp po21 j, j, j, j n1, pns21 vb2r vvn, pns21 vv2 p-acp n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 786 Page 38
9367 Therefore watch for the coming of death, that so when it comes, it may not be the King of Terrours, Therefore watch for the coming of death, that so when it comes, it may not be the King of Terrors, av vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, cst av c-crq pn31 vvz, pn31 vmb xx vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 786 Page 38
9368 and an amazement to thy heart. and an amazement to thy heart. cc dt n1 p-acp po21 n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 786 Page 38
9369 Againe, We must watch for the day of Judgment; as Death leaves us, so Judgment will find us: Again, We must watch for the day of Judgement; as Death leaves us, so Judgement will find us: av, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp n1 vvz pno12, av n1 vmb vvi pno12: (9) treatise (DIV2) 787 Page 38
9370 Therefore we should consider with our selves seriously, the strictnesse of the account we are to give at the dreadful day of the Son of man, Therefore we should Consider with our selves seriously, the strictness of the account we Are to give At the dreadful day of the Son of man, av pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2 av-j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 787 Page 38
9371 when all works shall be brought to a Touch-stone, and all secrets shall be Preached on the House top. when all works shall be brought to a Touchstone, and all secrets shall be Preached on the House top. c-crq d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc d n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 787 Page 38
9372 It is an excellent thing, when a man doth consider these things before hand; when a man hath looked upon his thoughts, for they shall be Judged; It is an excellent thing, when a man does Consider these things before hand; when a man hath looked upon his thoughts, for they shall be Judged; pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi d n2 p-acp n1; c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 787 Page 38
9373 and upon his speeches, and upon all his wayes, for they shall all be brought before the Judgment Seat of God; and upon his Speeches, and upon all his ways, for they shall all be brought before the Judgement Seat of God; cc p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp d po31 n2, c-acp pns32 vmb d vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f np1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 787 Page 38
9374 and according as a man hath done, such reward he shall receive for evermore. The next thing, is, the Reasons why we are to Watch. and according as a man hath done, such reward he shall receive for evermore. The next thing, is, the Reasons why we Are to Watch. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 vhz vdn, d n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av. dt ord n1, vbz, dt n2 c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 787 Page 38
9375 And the First Reason is, Because we are marvellous prone to be Drowzy in Spiritual things. And the First Reason is, Because we Are marvellous prove to be Drowsy in Spiritual things. cc dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp pns12 vbr j j pc-acp vbi j p-acp j n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9376 In temporal things we are watchful enough; for Covetousnesse, and Pride, and the like, we are very watchful, but in Spiritual things, In temporal things we Are watchful enough; for Covetousness, and Pride, and the like, we Are very watchful, but in Spiritual things, p-acp j n2 pns12 vbr j av-d; p-acp n1, cc n1, cc dt j, pns12 vbr av j, cc-acp p-acp j n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9377 how subject are we to Drowzyness? Paul himself was fain to complain, I know that in me, that is, in my flesh, dwelleth no good thing, Rom. 7. 18. Is thy heart better then Saint Pauls? If he were left to himself, he should be as miserable, how Subject Are we to drowsiness? Paul himself was fain to complain, I know that in me, that is, in my Flesh, dwells no good thing, Rom. 7. 18. Is thy heart better then Saint Paul's? If he were left to himself, he should be as miserable, c-crq n-jn vbr pns12 p-acp n1? np1 px31 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb cst p-acp pno11, cst vbz, p-acp po11 n1, vvz dx j n1, np1 crd crd vbz po21 n1 av-jc cs n1 np1? cs pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp px31, pns31 vmd vbi a-acp j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9378 and proud, and untoward as another; and have as vile an heart as another: and therefore that made him watch. and proud, and untoward as Another; and have as vile an heart as Another: and Therefore that made him watch. cc j, cc j c-acp j-jn; cc vhb p-acp j dt n1 c-acp j-jn: cc av cst vvd pno31 vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9379 Therefore we had need to watch, for how loath are we to be brought to watch? And how unwilling to take such an hard piece of service to do? we are marvellous apt to be secure. Therefore we had need to watch, for how loath Are we to be brought to watch? And how unwilling to take such an hard piece of service to do? we Are marvellous apt to be secure. av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp c-crq j vbr pns12 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi? cc c-crq j pc-acp vvi d dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi? pns12 vbr j j pc-acp vbi j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9380 If Jonah had watched, if he had had a watch over his heart, he would have gone to Nineveh; but for want of watchfulnesse, he ran away. If Jonah had watched, if he had had a watch over his heart, he would have gone to Nineveh; but for want of watchfulness, he ran away. cs np1 vhd vvn, cs pns31 vhd vhn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd av. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9381 Cant. 5. 2. I sleep, saith the Church; it was not like the sleep of she wicked, and ungodly, for her heart waked; Cant 5. 2. I sleep, Says the Church; it was not like the sleep of she wicked, and ungodly, for her heart waked; np1 crd crd pns11 vvb, vvz dt n1; pn31 vbds xx av-j dt n1 pp-f pns31 j, cc j, c-acp po31 n1 vvd; (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9382 but she was asleep, she was proud, and marvellous secure, there was a great deal of untowardnesse of spirit grew upon her: but she was asleep, she was proud, and marvellous secure, there was a great deal of untowardness of Spirit grew upon her: cc-acp pns31 vbds j, pns31 vbds j, cc j j, pc-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp pno31: (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9383 And as we are untoward to that which is good, so we are prone to that which is evil; And as we Are untoward to that which is good, so we Are prove to that which is evil; cc c-acp pns12 vbr j p-acp d r-crq vbz j, av pns12 vbr j p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9384 we are glued naturally to the world, and the things of this life, it is an easie thing to draw us away into evill, we Are glued naturally to the world, and the things of this life, it is an easy thing to draw us away into evil, pns12 vbr vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp j-jn, (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9385 therefore we had need to watch. Therefore we had need to watch. av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9386 As it is said of the Disciples of Christ in regard of temporal drowziness, so it is with us, in regard of Spiritual drowziness, Matth. 26. 43. He came and found them asleep again, for their eyes were heavy: As it is said of the Disciples of christ in regard of temporal drowsiness, so it is with us, in regard of Spiritual drowsiness, Matthew 26. 43. He Come and found them asleep again, for their eyes were heavy: p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 pp-f j n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd cc vvd pno32 j av, p-acp po32 n2 vbdr j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9387 Though Christ had awakened them, and jogged them, yet they were asleep again, for their eyes were heavy; Though christ had awakened them, and jogged them, yet they were asleep again, for their eyes were heavy; cs np1 vhd vvn pno32, cc vvn pno32, av pns32 vbdr j av, p-acp po32 n2 vbdr j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9388 So though the Lord hath awakened us, even now we were awakened by a Crosse, by Sicknesse, by a Sermon, by a Reproof, something or other God hath been pleased to waken us by; So though the Lord hath awakened us, even now we were awakened by a Cross, by Sickness, by a Sermon, by a Reproof, something or other God hath been pleased to waken us by; av cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, av av pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, pi cc n-jn np1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp; (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9389 but all on the suddain we fall asleep again, for our hearts are very heavy: but all on the sudden we fallen asleep again, for our hearts Are very heavy: cc-acp d p-acp dt j pns12 vvb j av, p-acp po12 n2 vbr av j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9390 as it is with an heavy brain, what a doe he hath to keep himself awake? though he pinch himself, as it is with an heavy brain, what a doe he hath to keep himself awake? though he pinch himself, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, r-crq dt n1 pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi px31 j? cs pns31 vvb px31, (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9391 and rowze up himself, yet he hath much adoe to keep his eyes open; and rouse up himself, yet he hath much ado to keep his eyes open; cc vvi a-acp px31, av pns31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9392 so the heart of man is so drowzy, that he hath much ado• to keep any Grace alive in himself; so the heart of man is so drowsy, that he hath much ado• to keep any Grace alive in himself; av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av j, cst pns31 vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 j p-acp px31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9393 we are so apt to be so secure, that we had need to watch. we Are so apt to be so secure, that we had need to watch. pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vbi av j, cst pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9394 Zech. 4. 1. the Prophet complains of the drowziness of his heart, The Angel that talked with me, came again and waked me, Zechariah 4. 1. the Prophet complains of the drowsiness of his heart, The Angel that talked with me, Come again and waked me, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 cst vvd p-acp pno11, vvd av cc vvd pno11, (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9395 as a man is wakened out of his sleep: when God was talking with him, he fell into a sleep. as a man is wakened out of his sleep: when God was talking with him, he fell into a sleep. c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn av pp-f po31 n1: c-crq np1 vbds vvg p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9396 So when we are in Prayer, we have much adoe to hold out in the duty, we have such vile natures, and cursed dispositions. So when we Are in Prayer, we have much ado to hold out in the duty, we have such vile nature's, and cursed dispositions. av c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, pns12 vhb d n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb d j n2, cc j-vvn n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9397 How ought we then to watch over our selves? How ought we then to watch over our selves? q-crq vmd pns12 av pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2? (9) treatise (DIV2) 789 Page 39
9398 Secondly, Another reason why we should be watchful, is, because our life is a Warfare, and we do not lie like two Armies in a field, removed one from the other; Secondly, another reason why we should be watchful, is, Because our life is a Warfare, and we do not lie like two Armies in a field, removed one from the other; ord, j-jn n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vbi j, vbz, p-acp po12 n1 vbz dt n1, cc pns12 vdb xx vvi av-j crd n2 p-acp dt n1, vvn crd p-acp dt j-jn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 790 Page 39
9399 but we lie in the midst of our enemies round about us, and so they are ready to surprize us. but we lie in the midst of our enemies round about us, and so they Are ready to surprise us. cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 av-j p-acp pno12, cc av pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12. (9) treatise (DIV2) 790 Page 39
9400 The greatest means of doing us mischief, are most commonly those things we have need of; The greatest means of doing us mischief, Are most commonly those things we have need of; dt js n2 pp-f vdg pno12 n1, vbr av-ds av-j d n2 pns12 vhb n1 pp-f; (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9401 as our meat, and drink, and affaires, and callings; we cannot go to prayer, but worldly thoughts are ready to intangle us; as our meat, and drink, and affairs, and callings; we cannot go to prayer, but worldly thoughts Are ready to entangle us; c-acp po12 n1, cc vvi, cc n2, cc n2; pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12; (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9402 we cannot go to the House of God, but a man is in danger to be intrapped. we cannot go to the House of God, but a man is in danger to be entrapped. pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9403 There is danger in every thing we go about, by reason of the worlds powerful enticements, There is danger in every thing we go about, by reason of the world's powerful enticements, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9404 therefore we had need to stand upon our guard, and be careful, for else how can we avoid to be suprized, Therefore we had need to stand upon our guard, and be careful, for Else how can we avoid to be surprised, av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, cc vbi j, c-acp av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9405 and led away? This is the reason, why so many sink into Perdition: and led away? This is the reason, why so many sink into Perdition: cc vvd av? d vbz dt n1, q-crq av d n1 p-acp n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9406 Many that have given good hopes, many that have promised excellent things, have come to nothing, Many that have given good hope's, many that have promised excellent things, have come to nothing, d cst vhb vvn j n2, d cst vhb vvn j n2, vhb vvn p-acp pix, (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9407 but have fallen away as the fall of a leafe. Whence comes this, but because they have not been careful and watchful? but have fallen away as the fallen of a leaf. Whence comes this, but Because they have not been careful and watchful? cc-acp vhb vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. q-crq vvz d, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vhb xx vbn j cc j? (9) treatise (DIV2) 791 Page 39
9408 The Divel is watchful, to insnare and intrap us, therefore we should watch to avoid his snares; The devil is watchful, to ensnare and entrap us, Therefore we should watch to avoid his snares; dt n1 vbz j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12, av pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po31 n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 39
9409 As the Apostle saith, 1 Pet. 5. 8. Be sober and watchful, for your Adversary, the Divel, goeth about like a roaring Lion, seeking whom he may devour: As the Apostle Says, 1 Pet. 5. 8. Be Sobrium and watchful, for your Adversary, the devil, Goes about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour: c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd vbb j cc j, p-acp po22 n1, dt n1, vvz a-acp av-j dt j-vvg n1, vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi: (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 39
9410 The Divel is alwayes busie, and therefore we had need watch and busie our selves, and be careful at all times: The devil is always busy, and Therefore we had need watch and busy our selves, and be careful At all times: dt n1 vbz av j, cc av pns12 vhd n1 n1 cc vvi po12 n2, cc vbi j p-acp d n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9411 when we are secure, and consider not God, and consider not the good of our Souls, when we Are secure, and Consider not God, and Consider not the good of our Souls, c-crq pns12 vbr j, cc vvb xx np1, cc vvb xx dt j pp-f po12 n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9412 and the peace of our Consciences; Satan presently hath advantage against us: and the peace of our Consciences; Satan presently hath advantage against us: cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; np1 av-j vhz n1 p-acp pno12: (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9413 If the Divel had any thing else to do, it were something, but the Divel hath nothing to do, If the devil had any thing Else to do, it were something, but the devil hath nothing to do, cs dt n1 vhd d n1 av pc-acp vdi, pn31 vbdr pi, cc-acp dt n1 vhz pix pc-acp vdi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9414 but to hurt us, and lay Siege against us; but to hurt us, and lay Siege against us; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvd n1 p-acp pno12; (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9415 All his practice, from the beginning of the world to this day, is to go roaming and ranging up and down to do mischief, it is all his employment, from the beginning of the day to the end thereof; All his practice, from the beginning of the world to this day, is to go roaming and ranging up and down to do mischief, it is all his employment, from the beginning of the day to the end thereof; d po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, vbz pc-acp vvi vvg cc vvg a-acp cc a-acp pc-acp vdi n1, pn31 vbz d po31 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9416 If he get us alone, he will ensnare us there; if not there, he will ensnare us in company; If he get us alone, he will ensnare us there; if not there, he will ensnare us in company; cs pns31 vvb pno12 av-j, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 a-acp; cs xx a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9417 if he cannot get us there, he will get us in a Sermon, and if any thing falls against our lusts, he will cause our hearts to rise against it. if he cannot get us there, he will get us in a Sermon, and if any thing falls against our Lustiest, he will cause our hearts to rise against it. cs pns31 vmbx vvi pno12 a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc cs d n1 vvz p-acp po12 n2, pns31 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9418 Now when we do not watch over our selves, we are led away by Satan; Now when we do not watch over our selves, we Are led away by Satan; av c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp np1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9419 therefore we had need be careful, for the Divel is alwayes watchful, therefore we should labour to be alwayes provided to resist him. Therefore we had need be careful, for the devil is always watchful, Therefore we should labour to be always provided to resist him. av pns12 vhd n1 vbi j, p-acp dt n1 vbz av j, av pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi av vvn pc-acp vvi pno31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 792 Page 40
9420 Again, we have the flesh that is continually about us, it is an enemy within us, it is that which doth betray us to the World, Again, we have the Flesh that is continually about us, it is an enemy within us, it is that which does betray us to the World, av, pns12 vhb dt n1 cst vbz av-j p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12, pn31 vbz d r-crq vdz vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9421 and the Divel, even our own hearts do betray us, and therefore we had need be careful; and the devil, even our own hearts do betray us, and Therefore we had need be careful; cc dt n1, av po12 d n2 vdb vvi pno12, cc av pns12 vhd n1 vbi j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9422 we have enemies from without, and our own hearts within, and all to undo us. we have enemies from without, and our own hearts within, and all to undo us. pns12 vhb n2 p-acp a-acp, cc po12 d n2 a-acp, cc d pc-acp vvi pno12. (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9423 Take a man that is in a good way, and hath all means, and helps to make him Godly, Take a man that is in a good Way, and hath all means, and helps to make him Godly, vvb dt n1 cst vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc vhz d n2, cc vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9424 though there be no temptation from without, yet he may de damned from his own heart, though there be no temptation from without, yet he may de damned from his own heart, cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp a-acp, av pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9425 if he be not delivered from it. if he be not Delivered from it. cs pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9426 Jam. 1. 14. Every man is tempted by his own lusts, and Jam. 4. 5. The Spirit that is within us lusteth to envy, and covetousness, Jam. 1. 14. Every man is tempted by his own Lustiest, and Jam. 4. 5. The Spirit that is within us Lusteth to envy, and covetousness, np1 crd crd np1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 d n2, cc np1 crd crd dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno12 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9427 and security, and vanity, and carnal ease, it lusts after these things, and therefore we had need to watch. and security, and vanity, and carnal ease, it Lustiest After these things, and Therefore we had need to watch. cc n1, cc n1, cc j n1, pn31 vvz p-acp d n2, cc av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 793 Page 40
9428 A Third reason is, Because it will do us a great deal of good: A Third reason is, Because it will do us a great deal of good: dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp pn31 vmb vdi pno12 dt j n1 pp-f j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9429 for as if we do not watch we are easily surprized, so if we do watch it is an easie thing to stand: for as if we do not watch we Are Easily surprised, so if we do watch it is an easy thing to stand: p-acp c-acp cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pns12 vbr av-j vvn, av cs pns12 vdb vvi pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp vvb: (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9430 all our miscarriages in the duties of Religion, lye in security; all our miscarriages in the duties of Religion, lie in security; d po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9431 whereas if we were watchful, and would walk with eyes in our heads, and would consider the snares that be laid for us, whereas if we were watchful, and would walk with eyes in our Heads, and would Consider the snares that be laid for us, cs cs pns12 vbdr j, cc vmd vvi p-acp n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc vmd vvi dt n2 cst vbb vvn p-acp pno12, (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9432 and consider Gods threatnings, and Commandments, the duties of Religion would be easie: and Consider God's threatenings, and commandments, the duties of Religion would be easy: cc vvi npg1 n2-vvg, cc n2, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9433 For if we do not watch, the Divel, and the World, and the Flesh have advantage against us; For if we do not watch, the devil, and the World, and the Flesh have advantage against us; c-acp cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno12; (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9434 but if we do watch, this is as it were a fence to the hear•, to hedge a man in to keep him safe. but if we do watch, this is as it were a fence to the hear•, to hedge a man in to keep him safe. cc-acp cs pns12 vdb vvi, d vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9435 Rev. 3. 2. There is an excellent place, Be watchful ▪ and strengthen the things that remain; Rev. 3. 2. There is an excellent place, Be watchful ▪ and strengthen the things that remain; n1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1, vbb j ▪ cc vvi dt n2 cst vvb; (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9436 it is the strength of the soul. it is the strength of the soul. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9437 When a man watcheth, let a man have but a little grace, suppose a man be marvellously fallen off, When a man watches, let a man have but a little grace, suppose a man be marvellously fallen off, c-crq dt n1 vvz, vvb dt n1 vhb p-acp dt j n1, vvb dt n1 vbi av-j vvn a-acp, (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9438 and hath but a little good remaining, a few graces in him; a little faith, a little hope, a little sanctified desire; and hath but a little good remaining, a few graces in him; a little faith, a little hope, a little sanctified desire; cc vhz p-acp dt j j vvg, dt d n2 p-acp pno31; dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j j-vvn n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9439 he hath but a little strength to go on against sin, if a man doth but now watch, he hath but a little strength to go on against since, if a man does but now watch, pns31 vhz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vdz p-acp av vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9440 if a man do but husband this little, how strong will he be? A little Faith is able to overcome all the Divels in Hell, well managed: if a man do but husband this little, how strong will he be? A little Faith is able to overcome all the Devils in Hell, well managed: cs dt n1 vdb p-acp n1 d j, c-crq j vmb pns31 vbi? dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi d dt n2 p-acp n1, av vvn: (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9441 a little hope is able to keep a man above water from sinking: a little strength is able to maintain the Combate: a little hope is able to keep a man above water from sinking: a little strength is able to maintain the Combat: dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp vvg: dt j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9442 a little affection to goodness, if a man have a carefull heart to improve it to the uttermost, will go a great way; a little affection to Goodness, if a man have a careful heart to improve it to the uttermost, will go a great Way; dt j n1 p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j, vmb vvi dt j n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9443 if a man did but watch, it would strengthen the things that remaine. if a man did but watch, it would strengthen the things that remain. cs dt n1 vdd p-acp vvi, pn31 vmd vvi dt n2 cst vvb. (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9444 Though a man were never so infeebled, and come to never so low an ebb, watchfulnesse is a stay and strength to the heart. Though a man were never so infeebled, and come to never so low an ebb, watchfulness is a stay and strength to the heart. cs dt n1 vbdr av-x av vvn, cc vvb p-acp av-x av j dt n1, n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 794 Page 40
9445 Fourthly, Again if we do not watch, we cannot so much as pray to God to forgive us: our consciences tell us, Fourthly, Again if we do not watch, we cannot so much as pray to God to forgive us: our Consciences tell us, ord, av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, pns12 vmbx av av-d c-acp vvb p-acp np1 p-acp vvb pno12: po12 n2 vvb pno12, (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 40
9446 unlesse the Lord save us, we cannot be saved; unless the Lord save us, we cannot be saved; cs dt n1 vvb pno12, pns12 vmbx vbi vvn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 40
9447 now how can we expect that God should save us, if we do not pray unto him? And we cannot pray to him to save us, unlesse we watch: now how can we expect that God should save us, if we do not pray unto him? And we cannot pray to him to save us, unless we watch: av q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno12, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp pno31? cc pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12, cs pns12 vvb: (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 40
9448 it is to tempt God, to pray to him to preserve us from evil, when we do not watch over our selves: it is to tempt God, to pray to him to preserve us from evil, when we do not watch over our selves: pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n-jn, c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp po12 n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 40
9449 it is to tempt God, to pray to him to quicken us, when vve deaden our selves: it is to tempt God, to pray to him to quicken us, when we deaden our selves: pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno12, c-crq pns12 vvi po12 n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 40
9450 to intreat God to give us an holy mind, vvhen vve our selves let in vain thoughts. to entreat God to give us an holy mind, when we our selves let in vain thoughts. pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno12 dt j n1, c-crq pns12 po12 n2 vvb p-acp j n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9451 Therefore see vvhat Christ speaks, Mar. 14. 38. Watch and Pray, that ye fall not into temptation: Therefore see what christ speaks, Mar. 14. 38. Watch and Pray, that you fallen not into temptation: av vvb r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd crd n1 cc vvb, cst pn22 vvb xx p-acp n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9452 As vvho should say, You cannot Pray that you may not enter into temptation, you tempt God if you intreat him to do any thing, As who should say, You cannot Pray that you may not enter into temptation, you tempt God if you entreat him to do any thing, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vmbx vvi cst pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, pn22 vvb np1 cs pn22 vvb pno31 pc-acp vdi d n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9453 if you do not vvatch over your ovvn souls. if you do not watch over your own Souls. cs pn22 vdb xx vvb p-acp po22 d n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9454 Though a man hath no Activity to do any good, yet God vvill have him be vvatchful; Though a man hath no Activity to do any good, yet God will have him be watchful; cs dt n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vdi d j, av np1 vmb vhi pno31 vbi j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9455 if he mean to purifie a man, he vvill make him purifie himself; if he mean to purify a man, he will make him purify himself; cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 vvi px31; (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9456 if he mean to keep him from pride, he vvill make his ovvn heart resist pride: if he mean to keep him from pride, he will make his own heart resist pride: cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 d n1 vvi n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9457 therefore watch, that thou enter not into temptation, if thou mean to pray to God, not to lead thee into temptation. Therefore watch, that thou enter not into temptation, if thou mean to pray to God, not to led thee into temptation. av vvb, cst pns21 vvb xx p-acp n1, cs pns21 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, xx pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 795 Page 41
9458 But you will say, All a mans watching will do no good, except God watcheth over him, Psal. 127. 1. Except the Lord keep the City, the Watchmen watch in vain. But you will say, All a men watching will do no good, except God watches over him, Psalm 127. 1. Except the Lord keep the city, the Watchmen watch in vain. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, d dt ng1 vvg vmb vdi dx j, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno31, np1 crd crd c-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1, dt n2 vvb p-acp j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 796 Page 41
9459 I answer, 'Tis true indeed, unlesse the Lord keeps a mans soul, all a mans watching is nothing. I answer, It's true indeed, unless the Lord keeps a men soul, all a men watching is nothing. pns11 vvb, pn31|vbz j av, cs dt n1 vvz dt ng1 n1, d dt ng1 vvg vbz pix. (9) treatise (DIV2) 797 Page 41
9460 But I tell thee, If thou watchest, thou hast Two watchers, thou hast God to watch over thee, But I tell thee, If thou watchest, thou hast Two watchers, thou hast God to watch over thee, p-acp pns11 vvb pno21, cs pns21 vv2, pns21 vh2 crd n2, pns21 vh2 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, (9) treatise (DIV2) 797 Page 41
9461 and thy self to watch over thee; and thy self to watch over thee; cc po21 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21; (9) treatise (DIV2) 797 Page 41
9462 thou hast God to watch over thee, and keep thee in all thy wayes, and then thou watchet over thy self, thou hast God to watch over thee, and keep thee in all thy ways, and then thou watchet over thy self, pns21 vh2 np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, cc vvb pno21 p-acp d po21 n2, cc cs pns21 j-jn p-acp po21 n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 797 Page 41
9463 and art sustained by God, so that thou hast two watchers, God above, and thy own soul within thee employed about this work. and art sustained by God, so that thou hast two watchers, God above, and thy own soul within thee employed about this work. cc vb2r vvn p-acp np1, av cst pns21 vh2 crd n2, np1 a-acp, cc po21 d n1 p-acp pno21 vvn p-acp d n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 797 Page 41
9464 A Fourth Reason is, Because this is the very means prescribed by God to do us good: A Fourth Reason is, Because this is the very means prescribed by God to do us good: dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp d vbz dt j n2 vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi pno12 j: (9) treatise (DIV2) 798 Page 41
9465 It is the very remedy that the Lord of Heaven hath appointed unto us to save us from danger, and keep us from falling; It is the very remedy that the Lord of Heaven hath appointed unto us to save us from danger, and keep us from falling; pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc vvb pno12 p-acp vvg; (9) treatise (DIV2) 798 Page 41
9466 the Lord hath sanctified this means to this very end and purpose: the Lord hath sanctified this means to this very end and purpose: dt n1 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp d j n1 cc n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 798 Page 41
9467 therefore when our Saviour Christ would disswade his people from carking and caring for the things of this life, Luke 21. 36. see what means he prescribeth and layeth down to do it, Be watchful (saith he) and pray: the world is ready to get in, therefore watch (saith he) and pray alwayes, that you may be accounted worthy to escape these things: Therefore when our Saviour christ would dissuade his people from carking and caring for the things of this life, Lycia 21. 36. see what means he prescribeth and Layeth down to do it, Be watchful (Says he) and pray: the world is ready to get in, Therefore watch (Says he) and pray always, that you may be accounted worthy to escape these things: av c-crq po12 n1 np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp n-vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, av crd crd vvi r-crq vvz pns31 vvz cc vvz a-acp pc-acp vdi pn31, vbb j (vvz pns31) cc vvb: dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp, av vvb (vvz pns31) cc vvb av, cst pn22 vmb vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi d n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 798 Page 41
9468 So that we see this the means prescribed by God himself, to escape the falling into sin. So that we see this the means prescribed by God himself, to escape the falling into since. av cst pns12 vvb d dt n2 vvn p-acp np1 px31, pc-acp vvi dt vvg p-acp n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 798 Page 41
9469 Fifthly, Again, We should be so much the more careful in this watch, because no other can watch for us: Fifthly, Again, We should be so much the more careful in this watch, Because no other can watch for us: ord, av, pns12 vmd vbi av av-d dt av-dc j p-acp d n1, c-acp dx j-jn vmb vvi p-acp pno12: (9) treatise (DIV2) 799 Page 41
9470 in outward things one man may watch, while another sleepeth; as in sailing, when all the rest are asleep, there is one watcheth; in outward things one man may watch, while Another Sleepeth; as in sailing, when all the rest Are asleep, there is one watches; p-acp j n2 crd n1 vmb vvi, cs j-jn vvz; c-acp p-acp vvg, c-crq d dt n1 vbr j, pc-acp vbz pi vvz; (9) treatise (DIV2) 799 Page 41
9471 so in war, when all the Souldiers lye in their tents asleep, it may be some few are watching, that the rest may take their rest: so in war, when all the Soldiers lie in their tents asleep, it may be Some few Are watching, that the rest may take their rest: av p-acp n1, c-crq d dt n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2 j, pn31 vmb vbi d d vbr vvg, cst dt n1 vmb vvi po32 n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 799 Page 41
9472 but it is not so in regard of our souls, one man cannot watch while another man sleeps, but it is not so in regard of our Souls, one man cannot watch while Another man sleeps, cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2, crd n1 vmbx vvi cs j-jn n1 vvz, (9) treatise (DIV2) 799 Page 41
9473 but every man must watch over his own heart: If we do not watch our own souls, we shall perish; but every man must watch over his own heart: If we do not watch our own Souls, we shall perish; cc-acp d n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1: cs pns12 vdb xx vvi po12 d n2, pns12 vmb vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 799 Page 41
9474 and if we do not perish everlastingly, we shall have miserable temptations, and evils, and many inconveniences we shall be exposed unto. and if we do not perish everlastingly, we shall have miserable temptations, and evils, and many inconveniences we shall be exposed unto. cc cs pns12 vdb xx vvi av-j, pns12 vmb vhi j n2, cc n2-jn, cc d n2 pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp. (9) treatise (DIV2) 799 Page 41
9475 But some may say, Are not Ministers to watch over us? How then is every man to watch over himself? Ministers are watchmen: But Some may say, are not Ministers to watch over us? How then is every man to watch over himself? Ministers Are watchmen: p-acp d vmb vvi, vbr xx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12? uh-crq av vbz d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31? ng1 vbr n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 800 Page 41
9476 Son of man, I have made thee a watchman over the house of Israel, saith the Lord to the Prophet Ezekiel, and Heb. 13. 17. The Apostle speaking of Ministers, saith, They watch for your souls? Son of man, I have made thee a watchman over the house of Israel, Says the Lord to the Prophet Ezekielem, and Hebrew 13. 17. The Apostle speaking of Ministers, Says, They watch for your Souls? n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, cc np1 crd crd dt n1 vvg pp-f n2, vvz, pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2? (9) treatise (DIV2) 800 Page 41
9477 I Answer, The word in the Original is not for your souls, but over your souls; to watch for a man, is to watch for another that he may not watch; I Answer, The word in the Original is not for your Souls, but over your Souls; to watch for a man, is to watch for Another that he may not watch; pns11 vvb, dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vbz xx p-acp po22 n2, p-acp p-acp po22 n2; pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn cst pns31 vmb xx vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 41
9478 as when a man watcheth for his neighbor that his neighbour may not watch: as when a man watches for his neighbour that his neighbour may not watch: c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cst po31 n1 vmb xx vvi: (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 41
9479 but the Ministers are not so to watch for the people, that the people may not watch; but the Ministers are to watch over the people, that they may watch: as when a man watcheth Deer, but the Ministers Are not so to watch for the people, that the people may not watch; but the Ministers Are to watch over the people, that they may watch: as when a man watches Deer, cc-acp dt n2 vbr xx av p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb xx vvi; p-acp dt n2 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi: c-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 41
9480 or Hawkes, he watcheth them, that they may watch and not sleep, that so he may tame them: or Hawks, he watches them, that they may watch and not sleep, that so he may tame them: cc n2, pns31 vvz pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc xx vvi, cst av pns31 vmb vvi pno32: (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 41
9481 as a man that watcheth with a man which is sick of the Lethargy, which is such a Dise•se, that if a man be let sleep, he goeth away in his sleep, as a man that watches with a man which is sick of the Lethargy, which is such a Dise•se, that if a man be let sleep, he Goes away in his sleep, c-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz j pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz d dt n1, cst cs dt n1 vbi vvn n1, pns31 vvz av p-acp po31 n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 41
9482 therefore their friends stand about them, to watch over them, that they may not sleep, knowing that if they do sleep, their lives are hazarded; Therefore their Friends stand about them, to watch over them, that they may not sleep, knowing that if they do sleep, their lives Are hazarded; av po32 n2 vvb p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi, vvg cst cs pns32 vdb vvi, po32 n2 vbr vvn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9483 and if they see them but to slumber, they awaken them, lest in their sleep they die, and go away: and if they see them but to slumber, they awaken them, lest in their sleep they die, and go away: cc cs pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp pc-acp vvi, pns32 vvi pno32, cs p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvb, cc vvb av: (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9484 So it is with the Ministers of the Gospel, we ought to watch over your souls, that you may not sleep: So it is with the Ministers of the Gospel, we ought to watch over your Souls, that you may not sleep: av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vmb xx vvi: (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9485 for you are all sick of the Lethargy of sin, and if ye sleep, you go away, for you Are all sick of the Lethargy of since, and if you sleep, you go away, c-acp pn22 vbr d j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cs pn22 vvb, pn22 vvb av, (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9486 if you be not careful for heaven, and heavenly things; if you be not careful for heaven, and heavenly things; cs pn22 vbb xx j p-acp n1, cc j n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9487 if you follow vanity and security of heart, and do not take heed to avoid sin, your souls will die, if you follow vanity and security of heart, and do not take heed to avoid since, your Souls will die, cs pn22 vvb n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc vdb xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi n1, po22 n2 vmb vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9488 therefore the Ministers are to watch over you, and keep you from sleeping, and shew you the danger of it, Therefore the Ministers Are to watch over you, and keep you from sleeping, and show you the danger of it, av dt n2 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22 p-acp vvg, cc vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f pn31, (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9489 and labour to awaken you, and keep your eyes waking. The First Use is, To condemne the infinite security that is grown upon people: and labour to awaken you, and keep your eyes waking. The First Use is, To condemn the infinite security that is grown upon people: cc n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, cc vvb po22 n2 vvg. dt ord n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 801 Page 42
9490 that though it be so excellent a duty for a man to watch, yet where is the man almost, that is careful of it? They put this duty over to God, that though it be so excellent a duty for a man to watch, yet where is the man almost, that is careful of it? They put this duty over to God, cst cs pn31 vbb av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av q-crq vbz dt n1 av, cst vbz j pp-f pn31? pns32 vvd d n1 a-acp p-acp np1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9491 as if it did not belong to them, they will watch over outward things, for plowing, as if it did not belong to them, they will watch over outward things, for plowing, c-acp cs pn31 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, p-acp vvg, (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9492 and sowing, and reaping, and the like; but for the good of their souls, they never acquaint themselves with this watching; and sowing, and reaping, and the like; but for the good of their Souls, they never acquaint themselves with this watching; cc vvg, cc vvg, cc dt j; cc-acp p-acp dt j pp-f po32 n2, pns32 av-x vvb px32 p-acp d vvg; (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9493 their hearts are like the wildernesse, as the wildernesse is open for all wild-beasts, so their hearts are open for all temptations, that is the reason they have such dead hearts, their hearts Are like the Wilderness, as the Wilderness is open for all Wild beasts, so their hearts Are open for all temptations, that is the reason they have such dead hearts, po32 n2 vbr av-j dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vbz j p-acp d n2, av po32 n2 vbr j p-acp d n2, cst vbz dt n1 pns32 vhb d j n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9494 and cold affections, that is the reason they look so little after salvation and eternal life, and cold affections, that is the reason they look so little After salvation and Eternal life, cc j-jn n2, cst vbz dt n1 pns32 vvb av j p-acp n1 cc j n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9495 because people never look after this duty of watchfulness; Because people never look After this duty of watchfulness; c-acp n1 av-x vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9496 nay, they are so far from watching how to be saved, that they watch how the divel may take them; nay, they Are so Far from watching how to be saved, that they watch how the Devil may take them; uh-x, pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg c-crq pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns32 vvb c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pno32; (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9497 when a man sins, he wisheth the Divel would help him to more sin: when a man Sins, he wishes the devil would help him to more since: c-crq dt n1 n2, pns31 vvz dt n1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dc n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9498 a covetous man is so far from watching over his sin, that he would have more opportunities, and more occasions of getting; a covetous man is so Far from watching over his since, that he would have more opportunities, and more occasions of getting; dt j n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg a-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi dc n2, cc av-dc n2 pp-f vvg; (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9499 the Devil cannot come fast enough to fill his heart with these things: the devil cannot come fast enough to fill his heart with these things: dt n1 vmbx vvi av-j av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9500 So if a man be given to pleasure, he thinks he cannot have enough, but would have more still. So if a man be given to pleasure, he thinks he cannot have enough, but would have more still. av cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pns31 vmbx vhb d, cc-acp vmd vhi dc av. (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9501 Thus people would have the Divel put more corn into the hopper: Thus people would have the devil put more corn into the hopper: av n1 vmd vhi dt n1 vvd dc n1 p-acp dt n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9502 They are so far from watching for good, that they watch for evil, they devise evil upon their beds, as the Prophet Micah speaks: They Are so Far from watching for good, that they watch for evil, they devise evil upon their Beds, as the Prophet micah speaks: pns32 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp j, cst pns32 vvb p-acp n-jn, pns32 vvb j-jn p-acp po32 n2, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz: (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9503 They are possessed with the spirit of slumber, they have eyes and see not, they have eares and hear not, hearts and understand not; They Are possessed with the Spirit of slumber, they have eyes and see not, they have ears and hear not, hearts and understand not; pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb n2 cc vvb xx, pns32 vhb n2 cc vvb xx, n2 cc vvb xx; (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9504 they do not know what watchfulnesse is, if they do, they are the lesse excusable, they do not know what watchfulness is, if they do, they Are the less excusable, pns32 vdb xx vvi r-crq n1 vbz, cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vbr dt av-dc j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9505 because they practice it not, they do not watch and wake unto Prayer, that they may not enter into temptation, Because they practice it not, they do not watch and wake unto Prayer, that they may not enter into temptation, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 xx, pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9506 but are carried away with the world and sin. The Second Use is, To them that are Godly in some measure; but Are carried away with the world and since. The Second Use is, To them that Are Godly in Some measure; cc-acp vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 cc n1. dt ord n1 vbz, p-acp pno32 cst vbr j p-acp d n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 802 Page 42
9507 that we cannot say they altogether do not watch, yet how negligent are they in this duty? Many Christians are there among us that have some goodnesse in them, that we cannot say they altogether do not watch, yet how negligent Are they in this duty? Many Christians Are there among us that have Some Goodness in them, cst pns12 vmbx vvi pns32 av vdb xx vvi, av c-crq j vbr pns32 p-acp d n1? d np1 vbr a-acp p-acp pno12 cst vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9508 yet how doth this duty lye unpractised? whence come all the vanities in our minds, yet how does this duty lie unpractised? whence come all the vanities in our minds, av q-crq vdz d n1 vvi j? q-crq vvb d dt n2 p-acp po12 n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9509 and untowardnesse in the Ordinances of God? Whence comes all unfruitfulnesse in our meetings, and unsettlednesse in our Consciences? It is because we do not watch: and untowardness in the Ordinances of God? Whence comes all unfruitfulness in our meetings, and unsettledness in our Consciences? It is Because we do not watch: cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? q-crq vvz d n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2? pn31 vbz c-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi: (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9510 Whence comes it that we are no more ready to good duties? When we are called forth on the sudden to pray or do any thing for the good of Gods Church and People, that we are so unfit to do it, and so backward; Whence comes it that we Are no more ready to good duties? When we Are called forth on the sudden to pray or do any thing for the good of God's Church and People, that we Are so unfit to do it, and so backward; q-crq vvz pn31 cst pns12 vbr av-dx av-dc j p-acp j n2? c-crq pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi cc vdb d n1 p-acp dt j pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vdi pn31, cc av av-j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9511 it is for want of watchfulness. it is for want of watchfulness. pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9512 Nay, what is the reason that we perform not the Worship of God in our Families better, Nay, what is the reason that we perform not the Worship of God in our Families better, uh-x, q-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2 av-jc, (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9513 but because we do not watch: but Because we do not watch: cc-acp c-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi: (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9514 the very Regenerate themselves, what a world of mischief do they do to their own souls, the very Regenerate themselves, what a world of mischief do they do to their own Souls, dt j vvn px32, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vdb pns32 vdb p-acp po32 d n2, (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9515 for want of this duty of watchfulness? How do they swell in sin, and are slack in goodnesse, for want of this duty of watchfulness? How do they swell in since, and Are slack in Goodness, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vdb pns32 vvi p-acp n1, cc vbr j p-acp n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9516 and slubber over Gods service? How do they favour themselves too too much, and suffer the dishonour of God, by the wicked? and suffer their own hearts to dishonour him too too much? and slubber over God's service? How do they favour themselves too too much, and suffer the dishonour of God, by the wicked? and suffer their own hearts to dishonour him too too much? cc vvi p-acp ng1 n1? q-crq vdb pns32 vvi px32 av av av-d, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j? cc vvi po32 d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 av av d? (9) treatise (DIV2) 803 Page 42
9517 Thirdly, The next Ʋse shall be to shew you the Rules that are to be observed in watching, and the Rules are these: Thirdly, The next Ʋse shall be to show you the Rules that Are to be observed in watching, and the Rules Are these: ord, dt ord n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg, cc dt n2 vbr d: (9) treatise (DIV2) 804 Page 42
9518 If you would watch over your selves. If you would watch over your selves. cs pn22 vmd vvi a-acp po22 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 804 Page 42
9519 First, Count watchfulnesse your very life, and think if you let watchfulnesse go, you let your life go; First, Count watchfulness your very life, and think if you let watchfulness go, you let your life go; ord, vvb n1 po22 j n1, cc vvb cs pn22 vvb n1 vvb, pn22 vvb po22 n1 vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9520 for if once watchfulness go, hovv dead are you in Prayer, and hearing the Word of God? So that the security of the heart, vvill be the death of the heart; for if once watchfulness go, how dead Are you in Prayer, and hearing the Word of God? So that the security of the heart, will be the death of the heart; c-acp cs c-acp n1 vvi, c-crq j vbr pn22 p-acp n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1? av cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9521 vvherefore if vve vvould go on in vvatching, let us labour to keep this Holy disposition; Wherefore if we would go on in watching, let us labour to keep this Holy disposition; q-crq cs pns12 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp vvg, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi d j n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9522 count it your very lives, and think vvith your selves, I let Life go, if I let Watchfulnesse go. count it your very lives, and think with your selves, I let Life go, if I let Watchfulness go. vvb pn31 po22 j n2, cc vvb p-acp po22 n2, pns11 vvb n1 vvi, cs pns11 vvb n1 vvi. (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9523 We use to say of Sleep, that it is the brother of Death, and 1 Thes. 5. 6. vve may see the Phrase used by the Apostle; We use to say of Sleep, that it is the brother of Death, and 1 Thebes 5. 6. we may see the Phrase used by the Apostle; pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f n1, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc crd np1 crd crd pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9524 vvhere vvaking is put for living, and sleeping, for dying, that is the meaning of the vvords. where waking is put for living, and sleeping, for dying, that is the meaning of the words. c-crq vvg vbz vvn p-acp vvg, cc vvg, p-acp vvg, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9525 So that as sleep, natural sleep, doth lively represent death; so it is vvith Spiritual sleep, vvhich is the death of the soul. So that as sleep, natural sleep, does lively represent death; so it is with Spiritual sleep, which is the death of the soul. av cst p-acp n1, j n1, vdz av-j vvi n1; av pn31 vbz p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9526 Therefore dost thou find thy self to be out of frame, and not vvatch over thy vvayes? then think vvith thy self that thou art a dead man, Therefore dost thou find thy self to be out of frame, and not watch over thy ways? then think with thy self that thou art a dead man, av vd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vbi av pp-f n1, cc xx vvb p-acp po21 n2? av vvb p-acp po21 n1 cst pns21 vb2r dt j n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9527 and take up thy vvatch as fast as thou ca•st again. Secondly, Thou must let thy watch stand Catholically, universally in all duties, and all times; vvatch thereunto, and persevere therein; and take up thy watch as fast as thou ca•st again. Secondly, Thou must let thy watch stand Catholically, universally in all duties, and all times; watch thereunto, and persevere therein; cc vvb a-acp po21 n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns21 vv2 av. ord, pns21 vmb vvi po21 n1 vvb av-j, av-j p-acp d n2, cc d n2; vvb av, cc vvi av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 805 Page 43
9528 vve must not only watch, but Persevere. Be careful in the morning how vve may begin our vvatch; we must not only watch, but Persevere. Be careful in the morning how we may begin our watch; pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi, cc-acp vvb. vbb j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi po12 n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 806 Page 43
9529 in the day, hovv vve may spend it; at night, hovv vve may end it. So vve must vvatch in all duties; in the day, how we may spend it; At night, how we may end it. So we must watch in all duties; p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pn31; p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pn31. av pns12 vmb n1 p-acp d n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 806 Page 43
9530 vvhen vve go to Prayer, vve must vvatch in prayer; vvhen you go about your Callings, vvatch about them; when we go to Prayer, we must watch in prayer; when you go about your Callings, watch about them; c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pns12 vmb n1 p-acp n1; c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp po22 n2, vvb p-acp pno32; (9) treatise (DIV2) 806 Page 43
9531 vvhen vve are alone, vve should be vvatchful; when we Are alone, we should be watchful; c-crq pns12 vbr j, pns12 vmd vbi j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 806 Page 43
9532 and vvhen vve are in Company, vve should be vvatchful, for the Divel, and our ovvn souls, plot a great deal of mischief against us, vve must vvatch in all places; and when we Are in Company, we should be watchful, for the devil, and our own Souls, plot a great deal of mischief against us, we must watch in all places; cc c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, pns12 vmd vbi j, p-acp dt n1, cc po12 d n2, vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmb n1 p-acp d n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 806 Page 43
9533 in our houses, and vvithout doors, and in the fields; vve are still in danger vvheresoever vve are. in our houses, and without doors, and in the fields; we Are still in danger wheresoever we Are. p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n2; pns12 vbr av p-acp n1 c-crq pns12 vbr. (9) treatise (DIV2) 806 Page 43
9534 Thirdly, We should proportion our watch, according as the duty is we take in hand, so our vvatching may bee; Thirdly, We should proportion our watch, according as the duty is we take in hand, so our watching may be; ord, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz pns12 vvb p-acp n1, av po12 vvg vmb vbi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9535 there is one kind of vvatching for one kind of duty, another for another. If vve be to go about our callings, then our vvatching must be against distrustfulnesse, and covetousness, and distracting cares; there is one kind of watching for one kind of duty, Another for Another. If we be to go about our callings, then our watching must be against distrustfulness, and covetousness, and distracting Cares; pc-acp vbz crd n1 pp-f vvg p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1, j-jn p-acp n-jn. cs pns12 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, cs po12 vvg vmb vbi p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n-vvg vvz; (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9536 that so vve may not be over head and ears in the vvorld. that so we may not be over head and ears in the world. cst av pns12 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9537 If our duty be prayer, vve must have an eye to the promises, and take hold on the Lord Jesus Christ, If our duty be prayer, we must have an eye to the promises, and take hold on the Lord jesus christ, cs po12 n1 vbi n1, pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvb vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9538 and come in his mediation and his onely. and come in his mediation and his only. cc vvb p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9539 So vvhatsoever duty it be, if it be hearing of the Word of God, there is a vvatchfulness to be proportionable to it. So whatsoever duty it be, if it be hearing of the Word of God, there is a watchfulness to be proportionable to it. np1 r-crq n1 pn31 vbb, cs pn31 vbb vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9540 A man should think, the vvord vvill do me no good, unlesse the Lord meet vvith my lusts: A man should think, the word will do me no good, unless the Lord meet with my Lustiest: dt n1 vmd vvi, dt n1 vmb vdi pno11 dx j, cs dt n1 vvb p-acp po11 n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9541 I have an unmortified heart, and unlesse the Lord vvork upon me, I shall never lie dovvn under him. I have an unmortified heart, and unless the Lord work upon me, I shall never lie down under him. pns11 vhb dt vvn n1, cc cs dt n1 vvb p-acp pno11, pns11 vmb av-x vvi a-acp p-acp pno31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9542 Therefore vve should be vvatchful, that vve may practice, and be able to apply vvhatsoever is spoken to us; Therefore we should be watchful, that we may practice, and be able to apply whatsoever is spoken to us; av pns12 vmd vbi j, cst pns12 vmb vvi, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12; (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9543 vve are to keep a due vvatchfulness, for that vvhich is due to one thing is not due to another; we Are to keep a due watchfulness, for that which is due to one thing is not due to Another; pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp crd n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp j-jn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9544 that vvhich is sufficient for one, is not for another. Fourthly, Take heed of all things that may hinder Watchfulnesse. that which is sufficient for one, is not for Another. Fourthly, Take heed of all things that may hinder Watchfulness. cst r-crq vbz j p-acp crd, vbz xx p-acp j-jn. ord, vvb n1 pp-f d n2 cst vmb vvi n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 807 Page 43
9545 And first, Take heed of vain Company. If vve will be watchful, we must exercise our selves vvith those that are godly. And First, Take heed of vain Company. If we will be watchful, we must exercise our selves with those that Are godly. cc ord, vvb n1 pp-f j n1. cs pns12 vmb vbi j, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp d cst vbr j. (9) treatise (DIV2) 809 Page 43
9546 To be vvith secure Christians, is the vvay to be secure; this vvill hinder a man: To be with secure Christians, is the Way to be secure; this will hinder a man: pc-acp vbi p-acp j np1, vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j; d vmb vvi dt n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 809 Page 43
9547 A man had better be alone, then be in bad Company, as the Prophet David saith, Psal. 102. 7. I watch and am alone as a Sparrow on the house top: A man had better be alone, then be in bad Company, as the Prophet David Says, Psalm 102. 7. I watch and am alone as a Sparrow on the house top: dt n1 vhd j vbi j, av vbb p-acp j n1, c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns11 vvb cc vbm j c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 809 Page 43
9548 he was alone, and yet he was watching. A man when he is alone may be watching, rather then when he is in such Company: he was alone, and yet he was watching. A man when he is alone may be watching, rather then when he is in such Company: pns31 vbds j, cc av pns31 vbds vvg. dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j vmb vbi vvg, av-c cs c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp d n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 809 Page 43
9549 a man can never look to himself well, unlesse he prize the Communion of Saints. Secondly, A man should be sober; Take heed of Spiritual Drunkenness: a man can never look to himself well, unless he prize the Communion of Saints. Secondly, A man should be Sobrium; Take heed of Spiritual drunkenness: dt n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp px31 av, cs pns31 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2. ord, dt n1 vmd vbi j; vvb n1 pp-f j n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 809 Page 43
9550 Take heed of the cares of this life, and that you be not immoderate in any lawful thing; Take heed of the Cares of this life, and that you be not immoderate in any lawful thing; vvb n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc cst pn22 vbb xx j p-acp d j n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 810 Page 43
9551 we should stand upon our guard, and keep our hearts with all manner of keeping; we should stand upon our guard, and keep our hearts with all manner of keeping; pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n1, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg; (9) treatise (DIV2) 810 Page 43
9552 if our hearts grow drowzy and idle, and if we neglect Sobriety, then we are gone, if our hearts grow drowsy and idle, and if we neglect Sobriety, then we Are gone, cs po12 n2 vvb j cc j, cc cs pns12 vvb n1, cs pns12 vbr vvn, (9) treatise (DIV2) 810 Page 43
9553 therefore in Scripture these are put together, be ••ber, and wat••, 1 Thess. 5. 6. 1 Pet. 5. 8. I do not mean Drunkennesse with Wine, Therefore in Scripture these Are put together, be ••ber, and wat••, 1 Thess 5. 6. 1 Pet. 5. 8. I do not mean drunkenness with Wine, av p-acp n1 d vbr vvn av, vbb j, cc n1, vvn np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd pns11 vdb xx vvi n1 p-acp n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 810 Page 44
9554 for there is a Drunkennesse, and not with Wine, as the Prophet speaks, a man may be drunk with the love of the Creature: for there is a drunkenness, and not with Wine, as the Prophet speaks, a man may be drunk with the love of the Creature: c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1, cc xx p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (9) treatise (DIV2) 810 Page 44
9555 if thou lovest thy ease too well, or any thing in the world too well, thou art drunk with it, thy heart is giddy, thou art no more able to Pray, if thou Lovest thy ease too well, or any thing in the world too well, thou art drunk with it, thy heart is giddy, thou art no more able to Pray, cs pns21 vv2 po21 n1 av av, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 av av, pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp pn31, po21 n1 vbz j, pns21 vb2r dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 810 Page 44
9556 or do any thing that's good, then a drunken man is. Fifthly, If thou wilt Watch, then set the Lord alwayes before thy eyes: or do any thing that's good, then a drunken man is. Fifthly, If thou wilt Watch, then Set the Lord always before thy eyes: cc vdb d n1 cst|vbz j, cs dt j n1 vbz. ord, cs pns21 vm2 vvi, av vvd dt n1 av p-acp po21 n2: (9) treatise (DIV2) 810 Page 44
9557 Set the watchman of Israel before thy face, God is called a watcher, Dan. 4. 23. Now if thou wilt watch over thy self, set God before thy face, Set the watchman of Israel before thy face, God is called a watcher, Dan. 4. 23. Now if thou wilt watch over thy self, Set God before thy face, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po21 n1, np1 vbz vvn dt n1, np1 crd crd av cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 n1, vvn np1 p-acp po21 n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 811 Page 44
9558 as David did, Psal. 16. 8. I have set God before mine eyes; so alwayes set the Lord before thine eyes. as David did, Psalm 16. 8. I have Set God before mine eyes; so always Set the Lord before thine eyes. c-acp np1 vdd, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb vvn np1 p-acp po11 n2; av av vvn dt n1 p-acp po21 n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 811 Page 44
9559 Now I come to the last thing, which is an Ʋse of Exhortation; To exhort us to be careful of this Duty, and there is great need of it. Now I come to the last thing, which is an Ʋse of Exhortation; To exhort us to be careful of this Duty, and there is great need of it. av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi j pp-f d n1, cc pc-acp vbz j n1 pp-f pn31. (9) treatise (DIV2) 812 Page 44
9560 First, We all desire to do well. First, We all desire to do well. ord, pns12 d vvb pc-acp vdi av. (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9561 Now how can we do well at last, unless we watch well all our life time? VVhat is the reason that many are without comfort, not like the Servants of God, full of horrour, Now how can we do well At last, unless we watch well all our life time? What is the reason that many Are without Comfort, not like the Servants of God, full of horror, av q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av p-acp ord, cs pns12 vvb av d po12 n1 n1? q-crq vbz dt n1 cst d vbr p-acp n1, xx av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, j pp-f n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9562 and fear, and quaking? It is because they do not watch, as it was with the Five wise Virgins, they were something wise, not like the foolish, but they slumbred too; and Fear, and quaking? It is Because they do not watch, as it was with the Five wise Virgins, they were something wise, not like the foolish, but they slumbered too; cc n1, cc vvg? pn31 vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt crd j n2, pns32 vbdr pi j, xx av-j dt j, cc-acp pns32 vvd av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9563 Now when the bridegroom came, there was a cry; Now when the bridegroom Come, there was a cry; av c-crq dt n1 vvd, pc-acp vbds dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9564 they made an outcry, and a skrieking, and an howling, they were undone, the bridegroom was come: they made an outcry, and a skrieking, and an howling, they were undone, the bridegroom was come: pns32 vvd dt n1, cc dt j-vvg, cc dt j-vvg, pns32 vbdr vvn, dt n1 vbds vvn: (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9565 one would have thought, they should have rejoyced that the bridegroom was come. one would have Thought, they should have rejoiced that the bridegroom was come. pi vmd vhi vvn, pns32 vmd vhi vvn d dt n1 vbds vvn. (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9566 What godly Christians, and Religious People, when the bridegroom comes to fall a howling and a crying? This was because they slumbred, What godly Christians, and Religious People, when the bridegroom comes to fallen a howling and a crying? This was Because they slumbered, q-crq j np1, cc j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg cc dt n-vvg? d vbds c-acp pns32 vvd, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9567 whereas if a man be watchful over his life, and careful to keep an humble heart, whereas if a man be watchful over his life, and careful to keep an humble heart, cs cs dt n1 vbi j p-acp po31 n1, cc j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9568 and to honour God, and study how to die comfortably at last, he may rejoyce at the coming of the bridegroom; and to honour God, and study how to die comfortably At last, he may rejoice At the coming of the bridegroom; cc p-acp n1 np1, cc vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp ord, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9569 but because they were in a slumber, there was a cry, therefore as the Apostle Peter saith, 1 Pet. 4. 7. The end of all things is at hand, but Because they were in a slumber, there was a cry, Therefore as the Apostle Peter Says, 1 Pet. 4. 7. The end of all things is At hand, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbds dt n1, av c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbz p-acp n1, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9570 therefore be sober, and watch unto prayer; the Apostle brings this as an Argument: so I may say, the end of all things is at hand, therefore be sober, and watch; Therefore be Sobrium, and watch unto prayer; the Apostle brings this as an Argument: so I may say, the end of all things is At hand, Therefore be Sobrium, and watch; av vbb j, cc vvi p-acp n1; dt n1 vvz d p-acp dt n1: av pns11 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbz p-acp n1, av vbb j, cc vvi; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9571 as a Traveller, when the day is almost spent, and he hath a great way to go, he puts spurs to his Horse, and rides the faster; as a Traveller, when the day is almost spent, and he hath a great Way to go, he puts spurs to his Horse, and rides the faster; p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn, cc pns31 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz dt av-jc; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9572 so the end of all things is at hand, therefore we had need to be the more diligent and watchful, that we may have all things ready; the end comes upon us: so the end of all things is At hand, Therefore we had need to be the more diligent and watchful, that we may have all things ready; the end comes upon us: av dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbz p-acp n1, av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j cc j, cst pns12 vmb vhi d n2 j; dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12: (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9573 We have had the Gospel a long time, and God knows how soon we shall have an end thereof; We have had the Gospel a long time, and God knows how soon we shall have an end thereof; pns12 vhb vhn dt n1 dt j n1, cc np1 vvz c-crq av pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9574 therefore how ought we to be careful? as a man that is to write a Letter, may be at first he is something carelesse, Therefore how ought we to be careful? as a man that is to write a letter, may be At First he is something careless, av q-crq vmd pns12 pc-acp vbi j? p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, vmb vbi p-acp ord pns31 vbz pi j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9575 and writes his lines something broad, but when he comes near to the end, and hath a great deal to write, he writes his lines close, and crowds them together: and writes his lines something broad, but when he comes near to the end, and hath a great deal to write, he writes his lines close, and crowds them together: cc vvz po31 n2 pi av-j, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, cc vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz po31 n2 av-j, cc n2 pno32 av: (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9576 So now when we are coming towards an end, we cannot look that God should alvvayes strive with us, we should now therefore labour to write close, So now when we Are coming towards an end, we cannot look that God should always strive with us, we should now Therefore labour to write close, av av c-crq pns12 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmbx vvi cst np1 vmd av vvi p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd av av vvi pc-acp vvi av-j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9577 and to make our Duties thick, and to be enquiring after Grace, wheresoever we come, we think the time is long, and to make our Duties thick, and to be inquiring After Grace, wheresoever we come, we think the time is long, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j, cc pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp n1, c-crq pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb dt n1 vbz j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9578 but we may justly fear it is shorter then we imagine; but we may justly Fear it is shorter then we imagine; cc-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi pn31 vbz jc cs pns12 vvb; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9579 as when an hour-glass is almost out, a man that sits below, will think there is a great deal to run, as when an hourglass is almost out, a man that sits below, will think there is a great deal to run, c-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz av av, dt n1 cst vvz a-acp, vmb vvi a-acp vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9580 but the sand is hollow, and is run out before a man is aware; but the sand is hollow, and is run out before a man is aware; cc-acp dt n1 vbz j-jn, cc vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 vbz j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9581 so the Lord so carries himself towards people, that they may think there is a great deal of Patience more, so the Lord so carries himself towards people, that they may think there is a great deal of Patience more, av dt n1 av vvz px31 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-dc, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9582 and a great deal of Mercy more to be extended towards them, but when all comes to all, they shall find it lyes hollow, and a great deal of Mercy more to be extended towards them, but when all comes to all, they shall find it lies hollow, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, cc-acp c-crq d vvz p-acp d, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 vvz j-jn, (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9583 and will be out before they are aware. Secondly, Consider how sickly and diseased our Souls are; and will be out before they Are aware. Secondly, Consider how sickly and diseased our Souls Are; cc vmb vbi av c-acp pns32 vbr j. ord, vvb c-crq j cc vvn po12 n2 vbr; (9) treatise (DIV2) 813 Page 44
9584 how apt they are to fall into sin: Sickly men are most careful; how apt they Are to fallen into since: Sickly men Are most careful; c-crq j pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: j n2 vbr av-ds j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 814 Page 44
9585 Now our Souls are sick of sin, sick of Pride, sick of Covetousnesse, and Earthly-mindednesse, easily carried away with the sins of the times; Now our Souls Are sick of since, sick of Pride, sick of Covetousness, and Earthly-mindedness, Easily carried away with the Sins of the times; av po12 n2 vbr j pp-f n1, j pp-f n1, j pp-f n1, cc j, av-j vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; (9) treatise (DIV2) 814 Page 44
9586 they are sick of pronenesse to do evil, and indisposednesse to that which is good, they Are sick of proneness to do evil, and indisposedness to that which is good, pns32 vbr j pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 814 Page 45
9587 therefore we had need to watch over our souls, we had need be our own Porters. Therefore we had need to watch over our Souls, we had need be our own Porters. av pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, pns12 vhd n1 vbi po12 d n2. (9) treatise (DIV2) 814 Page 45
9588 Matth. 13. 34. our Saviour Christ doth compare every Christian to a Porter; The Lord of the house takes a great journey, and commands the Porter to watch: Matthew 13. 34. our Saviour christ does compare every Christian to a Porter; The Lord of the house Takes a great journey, and commands the Porter to watch: np1 crd crd po12 n1 np1 vdz vvi d njp p-acp dt n1; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt j n1, cc vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (9) treatise (DIV2) 814 Page 45
9589 We should all be Porters, and keep the gates of our Souls, for we are alwayes in danger. We should all be Porters, and keep the gates of our Souls, for we Are always in danger. pns12 vmd d vbi n2, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vbr av p-acp n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 814 Page 45
9590 Thirdly, Consider that God hath awakened many of in already, and therefore it is a miserable thing for us to sleep again: Thirdly, Consider that God hath awakened many of in already, and Therefore it is a miserable thing for us to sleep again: ord, vvb cst np1 vhz vvn d a-acp p-acp av, cc av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi av: (9) treatise (DIV2) 815 Page 45
9591 wicked and ungodly men that were never converted, and healed, and awakened, and wrought upon, they go to Hell and damnation in a sleepy security; wicked and ungodly men that were never converted, and healed, and awakened, and wrought upon, they go to Hell and damnation in a sleepy security; j cc j n2 cst vbdr av-x vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1; (9) treatise (DIV2) 815 Page 45
9592 but when a man hath been once awakened, and hath shaken off sleep, and God hath made him look about him, to see how he might be saved; but when a man hath been once awakened, and hath shaken off sleep, and God hath made him look about him, to see how he might be saved; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn a-acp vvn, cc vhz vvn p-acp n1, cc np1 vhz vvn pno31 vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vmd vbi vvn; (9) treatise (DIV2) 815 Page 45
9593 if this man fall asleep again, it is a most miserable thing; the latter end of that man will be worse then his beginning. if this man fallen asleep again, it is a most miserable thing; the latter end of that man will be Worse then his beginning. cs d n1 vvi j av, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1; dt d n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi jc cs po31 n1. (9) treatise (DIV2) 815 Page 45
9594 Fourthly, Consider the badnesse of the Times, and Places, and Families we ••ve in; they are all secure, Fourthly, Consider the badness of the Times, and Places, and Families we ••ve in; they Are all secure, ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc n2, cc n2 pns12 vhb p-acp; pns32 vbr d j, (9) treatise (DIV2) 816 Page 45
9595 and therefore we had need be so much the more vvatchful; and Therefore we had need be so much the more watchful; cc av pns12 vhd n1 vbi av av-d dt av-dc j; (9) treatise (DIV2) 816 Page 45
9596 and you knovv it is a very hard thing, for a man not to do as others do; and you know it is a very hard thing, for a man not to do as Others do; cc pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt av j n1, p-acp dt n1 xx pc-acp vdi p-acp n2-jn vdb; (9) treatise (DIV2) 816 Page 45
9597 therefore the Apostle, 1 Thess. 5. 6. vvould not have them sleep as others do, as vvho should say, Others do so; Therefore the Apostle, 1 Thess 5. 6. would not have them sleep as Others do, as who should say, Others doe so; av dt n1, crd np1 crd crd vmd xx vhi pno32 vvi c-acp n2-jn vdb, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, ng1-jn n1 av; (9) treatise (DIV2) 816 Page 45
9598 and therefore you have so much the more need to look to your selves, that you may not do as others do. and Therefore you have so much the more need to look to your selves, that you may not do as Others do. cc av pn22 vhb av av-d dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, cst pn22 vmb xx vdi p-acp n2-jn vdb. (9) treatise (DIV2) 816 Page 45
9599 THE NEVV BIRTH. THE NEW BIRTH. dt j n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 816 Page 46
9600 Joh. 3. 6. That vvhich is born of the Flesh is Flesh, but that vvhich is born of the Spirit, is Spirit. John 3. 6. That which is born of the Flesh is Flesh, but that which is born of the Spirit, is Spirit. np1 crd crd d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 vbz n1, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, vbz n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 816 Page 46
9601 MY Purpose is to speak of the several VVorks of Gods holy Spirit in the hearts and minds of his chosen; MY Purpose is to speak of the several Works of God's holy Spirit in the hearts and minds of his chosen; po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j vvz pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 vvn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9602 they are Gods peculiar people, and therefore he vvill vvork greater Mercies for them, then for any else: they Are God's peculiar people, and Therefore he will work greater mercies for them, then for any Else: pns32 vbr n2 j n1, cc av pns31 vmb vvi jc n2 p-acp pno32, av p-acp d av: (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9603 Novv the First grand distinguishing vvork of the Holy Ghost in the Elect is Regeneration; Now the First grand distinguishing work of the Holy Ghost in the Elect is Regeneration; av dt ord j vvg n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9604 he is the Author of Spiritual life in them, they are born of him, though by nature they are born of the flesh, and so are flesh; he is the Author of Spiritual life in them, they Are born of him, though by nature they Are born of the Flesh, and so Are Flesh; pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vbr vvn pp-f pno31, cs p-acp n1 pns32 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1, cc av vbr n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9605 and in that estate can never enter into the kingdom of God: and in that estate can never enter into the Kingdom of God: cc p-acp d n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9606 yet vvhen the Spirit of God comes to regenerate them, they come to be Spirit, they come to have a nevv life, yet when the Spirit of God comes to regenerate them, they come to be Spirit, they come to have a new life, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp vvn pno32, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi dt j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9607 and the Spirit of God gives it them: and the Spirit of God gives it them: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31 pno32: (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9608 it is true that Christ is the Author of this life, he procured it by his death, he quickens whom he will, it is true that christ is the Author of this life, he procured it by his death, he quickens whom he will, pn31 vbz j cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vmb, (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9609 as he told his Disciples, Joh. 14. 19. Because I live, ye shall live also: Life is derived by Christ to all the Members of Christ; as he told his Disciples, John 14. 19. Because I live, you shall live also: Life is derived by christ to all the Members of christ; c-acp pns31 vvd po31 n2, np1 crd crd p-acp pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi av: n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9610 for as all in Adam died, Adam is the general root of all, in his loins, for as all in Adam died, Adam is the general root of all, in his loins, p-acp c-acp d p-acp np1 vvd, np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d, p-acp po31 n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9611 and by him they come to be dead in sin; and by him they come to be dead in since; cc p-acp pno31 pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9612 so Christ is the Second Adam, and all that are in his loins, all that are in him, he is a quickning Spirit to them, 1 Cor. 15. 45. The first man Adam was made a living Soul, the second Adam was made a quickning Spirit: so christ is the Second Adam, and all that Are in his loins, all that Are in him, he is a quickening Spirit to them, 1 Cor. 15. 45. The First man Adam was made a living Soul, the second Adam was made a quickening Spirit: av np1 vbz dt ord np1, cc d cst vbr p-acp po31 n2, d cst vbr p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd dt ord n1 np1 vbds vvn dt j-vvg n1, dt ord np1 vbds vvn dt j-vvg n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9613 Christ is the second Adam, and is a quickning Spirit to all that are in him; christ is the second Adam, and is a quickening Spirit to all that Are in him; np1 vbz dt ord np1, cc vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 46
9614 God the Father hath appointed him to be the Prince of Life, as Peter tells his Hearers, Act. 3. 15. The Lord Jesus Christ, he is the Prince of life to all the people of God: God the Father hath appointed him to be the Prince of Life, as Peter tells his Hearers, Act. 3. 15. The Lord jesus christ, he is the Prince of life to all the people of God: np1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp np1 vvz po31 n2, n1 crd crd dt n1 np1 np1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 47
9615 and therefore Saint John saith, He that hath the Son, hath life; and Therefore Saint John Says, He that hath the Son, hath life; cc av n1 np1 vvz, pns31 cst vhz dt n1, vhz n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 47
9616 and he that hath not the Son, hath not life, 1 Joh. 5. 12. He is the Father of this new Birth, and he that hath not the Son, hath not life, 1 John 5. 12. He is the Father of this new Birth, cc pns31 cst vhz xx dt n1, vhz xx n1, vvn np1 crd crd pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 47
9617 and he is the daily and continual Father of it: and he is the daily and continual Father of it: cc pns31 vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 47
9618 He is not a Father for one, or two, or divers years, but Isa. 9. 6. he is called, An everlasting Father, to regenerate a people to God; He is not a Father for one, or two, or diverse Years, but Isaiah 9. 6. he is called, an everlasting Father, to regenerate a people to God; pns31 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp crd, cc crd, cc j n2, cc-acp np1 crd crd pns31 vbz vvn, dt j n1, p-acp j-vvn dt n1 p-acp np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 47
9619 and he doth it by his Resurrection, 1 Pet. 1. 3. This must needs be granted, That Christ must be the Author of this new Life. and he does it by his Resurrection, 1 Pet. 1. 3. This must needs be granted, That christ must be the Author of this new Life. cc pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, vvn np1 crd crd d vmb av vbi vvn, cst np1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 817 Page 47
9620 Now you will say, Then why is it attributed to the Spirit? The Text gives it to the Spirit of God, the Holy Ghost; Now you will say, Then why is it attributed to the Spirit? The Text gives it to the Spirit of God, the Holy Ghost; av pn22 vmb vvi, av q-crq vbz pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1? dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 818 Page 47
9621 now if Christ be the Author of this new Birth, and the giver of this new Life, now if christ be the Author of this new Birth, and the giver of this new Life, av cs np1 vbb dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 818 Page 47
9622 and God the Father hath appointed him to be so, Why is it then here said, That the Spirit doth it? I Answer: and God the Father hath appointed him to be so, Why is it then Here said, That the Spirit does it? I Answer: cc np1 dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi av, q-crq vbz pn31 av av vvn, cst dt n1 vdz pn31? pns11 vvb: (10) treatise (DIV2) 818 Page 47
9623 It is given to the Spirit for Three Reasons: First, Because Christ doth it by the Spirit: It is given to the Spirit for Three Reasons: First, Because christ does it by the Spirit: pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n2: ord, p-acp np1 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 819 Page 47
9624 Whatsoever Christ doth without, he doth it by the Spirit: when he cast out Divels here upon Earth, he did it by his Spirit; Whatsoever christ does without, he does it by the Spirit: when he cast out Devils Here upon Earth, he did it by his Spirit; r-crq np1 vdz p-acp, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1: c-crq pns31 vvd av n2 av p-acp n1, pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 820 Page 47
9625 all the outward VVorks that he wrought, he wrought them by his Spirit; all the outward Works that he wrought, he wrought them by his Spirit; d dt j vvz cst pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 820 Page 47
9626 and therefore the Spirit is called, the Finger of God, Luk. 11. 20. Now if Christ do this VVork by his Spirit, and Therefore the Spirit is called, the Finger of God, Luk. 11. 20. Now if christ do this VVork by his Spirit, cc av dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd av cs np1 vdb d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 820 Page 47
9627 if he do Regenerate all his people by his own Spirit, there is Reason why they should be said to be born of the Spirit. if he do Regenerate all his people by his own Spirit, there is Reason why they should be said to be born of the Spirit. cs pns31 vdi vvn d po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vbz n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 820 Page 47
9628 Secondly, Another Reason is, Because though this life be all from Christ, it is he that begets it; Secondly, another Reason is, Because though this life be all from christ, it is he that begets it; ord, j-jn n1 vbz, c-acp cs d n1 vbb d p-acp np1, pn31 vbz pns31 cst vvz pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 821 Page 47
9629 (it is he that is the soul of every Believer, as I may so speak) yet it is the Spirit that is the Bond of Ʋnion; (it is he that is the soul of every Believer, as I may so speak) yet it is the Spirit that is the Bound of Ʋnion; (pn31 vbz pns31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi) av pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 821 Page 47
9630 it is the Spirit that joyns Christ and them together, it is the Spirit that tyeth the knot, it is the Spirit that unites and puts them together into one; it is the Spirit that joins christ and them together, it is the Spirit that tyeth the knot, it is the Spirit that unites and puts them together into one; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz np1 cc pno32 av, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz pno32 av p-acp crd; (10) treatise (DIV2) 821 Page 47
9631 though Christ be life, and eternal life, yet notwithstanding they are all Aliens from Christ, they are all out of Christ, that the Spirit doth not joyn together with Christ: though christ be life, and Eternal life, yet notwithstanding they Are all Aliens from christ, they Are all out of christ, that the Spirit does not join together with christ: cs np1 vbb n1, cc j n1, av c-acp pns32 vbr d n2-jn p-acp np1, pns32 vbr d av pp-f np1, cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi av p-acp np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 821 Page 47
9632 they that have not the Spirit of Christ, they are none of his; they are all out of Christ, they are like dead branches out of the Vine; they that have not the Spirit of christ, they Are none of his; they Are all out of christ, they Are like dead branches out of the Vine; pns32 cst vhb xx dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr pix pp-f png31; pns32 vbr d av pp-f np1, pns32 vbr av-j j n2 av pp-f dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 821 Page 47
9633 it is the Spirit that is the bond of Ʋnion between Christ, and those that are Christs. it is the Spirit that is the bound of Ʋnion between christ, and those that Are Christ. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc d cst vbr npg1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 821 Page 47
9634 Thirdly, Another Reason is, Because the Spirit quickens the Word, whereby this is done: The people of God, the thing that they are born of again, it is the immortal seed of the VVord, 1 Pet. 1. 23. You are born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible; Thirdly, another Reason is, Because the Spirit quickens the Word, whereby this is done: The people of God, the thing that they Are born of again, it is the immortal seed of the Word, 1 Pet. 1. 23. You Are born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible; ord, j-jn n1 vbz, p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, c-crq d vbz vdn: dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 cst pns32 vbr vvn pp-f av, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pn22 vbr vvn av, xx pp-f j n1, cc-acp pp-f j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 822 Page 47
9635 Now this seed is sowen in all mens hearts, scattered among all the Congregation, but yet it doth not Regenerate all the Congregation: Now this seed is sown in all men's hearts, scattered among all the Congregation, but yet it does not Regenerate all the Congregation: av d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d ng2 n2, vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc-acp av pn31 vdz xx vvn d dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 822 Page 47
9636 The Reason is, where the Spirit comes, that makes it fruitful, and that makes it to quicken the heart; The Reason is, where the Spirit comes, that makes it fruitful, and that makes it to quicken the heart; dt n1 vbz, c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst vvz pn31 j, cc d vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 822 Page 47
9637 and thus you see the meaning of the words, That which is born of the Spirit, is Spirit. Now here are Two Points: and thus you see the meaning of the words, That which is born of the Spirit, is Spirit. Now Here Are Two Points: cc av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, vbz n1. av av vbr crd n2: (10) treatise (DIV2) 822 Page 47
9638 First, That the Spirit of God, or the Holy Ghost, Regenerates all the people of God; First, That the Spirit of God, or the Holy Ghost, Regenerates all the people of God; ord, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1, vvz d dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 824 Page 47
9639 whosoever is born again, is born of the Spirit. whosoever is born again, is born of the Spirit. r-crq vbz vvn av, vbz vvn pp-f dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 824 Page 47
9640 The Second Point is this, That all that are Regenerate, all that are born of the Spirit, they are Spirit; The Second Point is this, That all that Are Regenerate, all that Are born of the Spirit, they Are Spirit; dt ord n1 vbz d, cst d cst vbr vvn, d cst vbr vvn pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 825 Page 47
9641 that is, they are spiritual, they are like the Spirit. that is, they Are spiritual, they Are like the Spirit. cst vbz, pns32 vbr j, pns32 vbr av-j dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 825 Page 47
9642 The First is, That it is the Spirit of God, the Holy Ghost, that doth Regenerate all the people of God; The First is, That it is the Spirit of God, the Holy Ghost, that does Regenerate all the people of God; dt ord vbz, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1, cst vdz vvn d dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 47
9643 this is that which makes them to be new Creatures, to be new men, to be altogether different from that they were before; this is that which makes them to be new Creatures, to be new men, to be altogether different from that they were before; d vbz d r-crq vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi j n2, pc-acp vbi j n2, pc-acp vbi av j p-acp cst pns32 vbdr a-acp; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 47
9644 this is that which doth distinguish them from themselves, even as much as white from black; this is that which does distinguish them from themselves, even as much as white from black; d vbz d r-crq vdz vvi pno32 p-acp px32, av c-acp d c-acp j-jn p-acp j-jn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 47
9645 this is that which doth alienate them from the courses of the world; this is that which does alienate them from the courses of the world; d vbz d r-crq vdz vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 47
9646 this is that which doth make them to be singular and odde fellows, as if they were of another world; this is that which does make them to be singular and odd Fellows, as if they were of Another world; d vbz d r-crq vdz vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j cc j n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr pp-f j-jn n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9647 this makes them lead a different kind of life, and follow a different kind of way from all their neighbors, this makes them led a different kind of life, and follow a different kind of Way from all their neighbours, d vvz pno32 vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d po32 n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9648 because the Spirit of God works in them; Because the Spirit of God works in them; c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno32; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9649 as Ishmael and Isaac, though Ishmael was born after the flesh, yet Isaac was born after the Spirit, as Ishmael and Isaac, though Ishmael was born After the Flesh, yet Isaac was born After the Spirit, c-acp np1 cc np1, cs np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, av np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9650 as the Apostle alludes, Gal. 4. 23. that is, one took one kind of course, the other another; as the Apostle alludes, Gal. 4. 23. that is, one took one kind of course, the other Another; c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cst vbz, pi vvd crd n1 pp-f n1, dt j-jn n-jn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9651 one was born one way, the other another way; the Spirit begat one, the Flesh the other; one was born one Way, the other Another Way; the Spirit begat one, the Flesh the other; crd vbds vvn crd n1, dt j-jn j-jn n1; dt n1 vvd pi, dt n1 dt j-jn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9652 and this made Ishmael to persecute Isaac, because Isaac could not abide his courses; and this made Ishmael to persecute Isaac, Because Isaac could not abide his courses; cc d vvn np1 pc-acp vvi np1, c-acp np1 vmd xx vvi po31 n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9653 they were of different Natures and Dispositions, one was born after the Spirit, the other after the Flesh. they were of different Nature's and Dispositions, one was born After the Spirit, the other After the Flesh. pns32 vbdr pp-f j n2 cc n2, pi vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn p-acp dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 826 Page 48
9654 Now here be Six Things I would shew unto you: First, What Regeneration is. Secondly, Why it is so called. Thirdly, Wherein it consists. Now Here be Six Things I would show unto you: First, What Regeneration is. Secondly, Why it is so called. Thirdly, Wherein it consists. av av vbi crd n2 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22: ord, q-crq n1 vbz. ord, c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn. ord, c-crq pn31 vvz. (10) treatise (DIV2) 827 Page 48
9655 Fourthly, The Reasons why the Spirit of God only works this work. Fifthly, How he works it. And Lastly, The Ʋses. First, What Regeneration is: Fourthly, The Reasons why the Spirit of God only works this work. Fifthly, How he works it. And Lastly, The Ʋses. First, What Regeneration is: ord, dt n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvz d n1. ord, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31. cc ord, dt n2. ord, q-crq n1 vbz: (10) treatise (DIV2) 831 Page 48
9656 And it is thus much, namely, The renewing of the whole man, and by degrees completed after the Image of God in Jesus Christ: This is Regeneration; And it is thus much, namely, The renewing of the Whole man, and by Degrees completed After the Image of God in jesus christ: This is Regeneration; cc pn31 vbz av av-d, av, dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1: d vbz n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 834 Page 48
9657 and there be Five Things to be opened in it: First, That it is the renewing of a man; and there be Five Things to be opened in it: First, That it is the renewing of a man; cc pc-acp vbi crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31: ord, cst pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 834 Page 48
9658 It is not every change, there may be abundance of changes and alterations, and yet a man for the main may be the same man he is; It is not every change, there may be abundance of changes and alterations, and yet a man for the main may be the same man he is; pn31 vbz xx d n1, a-acp vmb vbi n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi dt d n1 pns31 vbz; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9659 a man may be changed from a Drunkard to be sober; from an Adulterer to be chaste; a man may be changed from a Drunkard to be Sobrium; from an Adulterer to be chaste; dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j; p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9660 yet still he was the same man he was before, though there be changes wrought in him: yet still he was the same man he was before, though there be changes wrought in him: av av pns31 vbds dt d n1 pns31 vbds a-acp, cs pc-acp vbb n2 vvn p-acp pno31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9661 but Regeneration is the renewing of a man, the making of a man another man, but Regeneration is the renewing of a man, the making of a man Another man, cc-acp n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 j-jn n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9662 as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 5. 17. Old things are passed away, and all things are become new: as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 5. 17. Old things Are passed away, and all things Are become new: c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd j n2 vbr vvn av, cc d n2 vbr vvn j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9663 The Lord doth take away the old frame, and the old affections, and the old inclinations, the old acquaintance, the old course and conversation; The Lord does take away the old frame, and the old affections, and the old inclinations, the old acquaintance, the old course and Conversation; dt n1 vdz vvi av dt j n1, cc dt j n2, cc dt j n2, dt j n1, dt j n1 cc n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9664 all these things passe away, and the Lord puts in new things in the room thereof, till all things become new; all these things pass away, and the Lord puts in new things in the room thereof, till all things become new; d d n2 vvi av, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 av, c-acp d n2 vvb j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9665 thus it is in this work, as the Apostle speaks, Tit. 3. 5. According to his mercy he saved us by the washing of Regeneration, thus it is in this work, as the Apostle speaks, Tit. 3. 5. According to his mercy he saved us by the washing of Regeneration, av pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvg p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd pno12 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9666 and renewing of the Holy Ghost; the Lord removeth the old rubbish, and puts a new fabrick in the room; and renewing of the Holy Ghost; the Lord Removeth the old rubbish, and puts a new fabric in the room; cc vvg pp-f dt j n1; dt n1 vvz dt j n1, cc vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9667 as a Goldsmith, he takes a vessel of dishonour and melts it, and makes it a vessel of honour; as a Goldsmith, he Takes a vessel of dishonour and melts it, and makes it a vessel of honour; c-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvz pn31, cc vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9668 God doth undo the old workmanship, and makes a new: God does undo the old workmanship, and makes a new: np1 vdz vvi dt j n1, cc vvz dt j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9669 as David saith, Create in me, O Lord, a clean heart, &c. Psal. 51. 10. David thought he had lost all, as David Says, Create in me, Oh Lord, a clean heart, etc. Psalm 51. 10. David Thought he had lost all, c-acp np1 vvz, vvb p-acp pno11, uh n1, dt j n1, av np1 crd crd np1 vvd pns31 vhd vvn d, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9670 therefore he prayeth to God that he may be new cast, that he may be taken all to pieces, Therefore he Prayeth to God that he may be new cast, that he may be taken all to Pieces, av pns31 vvz p-acp np1 cst pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn d p-acp n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9671 as a VVatchmaker takes a VVatch that is out of order, he takes it all to pieces, as a VVatchmaker Takes a Watch that is out of order, he Takes it all to Pieces, c-acp dt n1 vvz dt vvb cst vbz av pp-f n1, pns31 vvz pn31 d p-acp n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9672 and sets it together anew again; and sets it together anew again; cc vvz pn31 av av av; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9673 so he prayes God to deal with him, he had lost all in sense and feeling, so he prays God to deal with him, he had lost all in sense and feeling, av pns31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vhd vvn d p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9674 and would have God make him a new workmanship, it is called the renewing of a man. and would have God make him a new workmanship, it is called the renewing of a man. cc vmd vhi np1 vvi pno31 dt j n1, pn31 vbz vvn dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9675 Ezek 11. 19. there is an excellent place, I will give them a new heart, &c. The Lord puts out, Ezekiel 11. 19. there is an excellent place, I will give them a new heart, etc. The Lord puts out, np1 crd crd a-acp vbz dt j n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 dt j n1, av dt n1 vvz av, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9676 and he puts in, even just as a Suister doth when she works cut-works, she puts out the old heart, and he puts in, even just as a sister does when she works cut-works, she puts out the old heart, cc pns31 vvz p-acp, av j c-acp dt n1 vdz c-crq pns31 vvz n2, pns31 vvz av dt j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9677 and puts in a new heart; and puts in a new heart; cc vvz p-acp dt j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9678 he takes out that which was stark naught, and puts in that which is good and agreeable to his mind: he Takes out that which was stark nought, and puts in that which is good and agreeable to his mind: pns31 vvz av cst r-crq vbds j pix, cc vvz p-acp d r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp po31 n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9679 the old heart is corrupt, and the old man is stark naught, there is nothing good in it; the old heart is corrupt, and the old man is stark nought, there is nothing good in it; dt j n1 vbz j, cc dt j n1 vbz av-j pix, pc-acp vbz pix j p-acp pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9680 these the Lord takes out, and puts in all new: A man is altogether naught and reprobate before; these the Lord Takes out, and puts in all new: A man is altogether nought and Reprobate before; d dt n1 vvz av, cc vvz p-acp d j: dt n1 vbz av pix cc vvi a-acp; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9681 what poor creatures are all people that are not Regenerate? they are all proud, what poor creatures Are all people that Are not Regenerate? they Are all proud, r-crq j n2 vbr d n1 cst vbr xx vvn? pns32 vbr d j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 48
9682 and vain, and foolish, and wordly, and earthly, and harden their hearts, and are carelesse of Gods wayes, they have no fear of God before their eyes, they are altogether rotten, and vain, and foolish, and wordly, and earthly, and harden their hearts, and Are careless of God's ways, they have no Fear of God before their eyes, they Are altogether rotten, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc j, cc vvi po32 n2, cc vbr j pp-f npg1 n2, pns32 vhb dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr av vvn, (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 49
9683 how ill-favouredly do they pray? How worldly do they go on in their callings? How unfruitfully do they come to Church? They are all rotten and refractory, they do nothing that right is; how ill-favoredly do they pray? How worldly do they go on in their callings? How unfruitfully do they come to Church? They Are all rotten and refractory, they do nothing that right is; c-crq av-j vdb pns32 vvb? q-crq j vdb pns32 vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2? c-crq av-j vdb pns32 vvb p-acp n1? pns32 vbr d vvn cc j, pns32 vdb pix cst n-jn vbz; (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 49
9684 now when the Spirit of God doth make them up, he puts out all old things, and makes them new. now when the Spirit of God does make them up, he puts out all old things, and makes them new. av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi pno32 a-acp, pns31 vvz av d j n2, cc vvz pno32 j. (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 49
9685 This is the First thing, Regeneration, is the renewing of a man. This is the First thing, Regeneration, is the renewing of a man. d vbz dt ord n1, n1, vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 835 Page 49
9686 Secondly, As it is the renewing of a man, so it is the renewing of the whole man: It is not only in some things, Secondly, As it is the renewing of a man, so it is the renewing of the Whole man: It is not only in Some things, ord, p-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1, av pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1: pn31 vbz xx av-j p-acp d n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9687 for Saul was another man in some sense; for Saul was Another man in Some sense; c-acp np1 vbds j-jn n1 p-acp d n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9688 but Regeneration is the renewing of the whole man, as the Apostle saith, The God of peace sanctifie you throughout, in body, soul, but Regeneration is the renewing of the Whole man, as the Apostle Says, The God of peace sanctify you throughout, in body, soul, cc-acp n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb pn22 a-acp, p-acp n1, n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9689 and Spirit, 1 Thess. 5. 23. it is a work upon the whole man; and Spirit, 1 Thess 5. 23. it is a work upon the Whole man; cc n1, crd np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9690 our Saviour Christ compares it to leaven, which a woman took and leavened the whole Lump: our Saviour christ compares it to leaven, which a woman took and leavened the Whole Lump: po12 n1 np1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd cc vvn dt j-jn n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9691 It is like unto Original sin, as Original sin infects the whole man; so Regeneration doth repair and renew the whole man; It is like unto Original since, as Original since infects the Whole man; so Regeneration does repair and renew the Whole man; pn31 vbz av-j p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp j-jn n1 vvz dt j-jn n1; av n1 vdz vvi cc vvi dt j-jn n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9692 it is as general and universal, as original sin: it is as general and universal, as original since: pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cc j, c-acp j-jn n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9693 the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodnesse, Ephes. 5. 9. It is in all goodnesse; the fruit of the Spirit is in all Goodness, Ephesians 5. 9. It is in all Goodness; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz p-acp d n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9694 in the goodnesse of a mans mind, and in the goodnesse of a mans affections, in the goodnesse of the inclination and d•sposition, in the goodnesse of the whole man; in the Goodness of a men mind, and in the Goodness of a men affections, in the Goodness of the inclination and d•sposition, in the Goodness of the Whole man; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9695 the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness; the fruit of the Spirit is in all Goodness; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp d n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9696 indeed it begins in the goodnesse of the mind, as the Apostle speaks, Ephes. 4. 23. Be renewed in the Spirit of your minds: indeed it begins in the Goodness of the mind, as the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 4. 23. Be renewed in the Spirit of your minds: av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9697 Where he calls upon them for this new work; Where he calls upon them for this new work; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9698 Put off the old man (saith he) and be renewed in the Spirit of your minds; Put off the old man (Says he) and be renewed in the Spirit of your minds; vvb a-acp dt j n1 (vvz pns31) cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9699 that is the First thing, when a man hath a new mind given unto him, a new knowledge put into his understanding, a man is renewed in knowledge, Col. 3. 10. This is the first thing, that is the First thing, when a man hath a new mind given unto him, a new knowledge put into his understanding, a man is renewed in knowledge, Col. 3. 10. This is the First thing, cst vbz dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, dt j n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd d vbz dt ord n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9700 when God reneweth a mans knowledge and apprehension of things, when a man begins to know the plagues of his own heart, when God Reneweth a men knowledge and apprehension of things, when a man begins to know the plagues of his own heart, c-crq np1 vvz dt ng1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9701 and the evils of all his own wayes, now a man begins to see through these things, and the evils of all his own ways, now a man begins to see through these things, cc dt n2-jn pp-f d po31 d n2, av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9702 and now he begins to see the wayes of God, and to dive deep beneath the irksomnesse of them, to know the amiablenesse of them, the sweetnesse of them: and now he begins to see the ways of God, and to dive deep beneath the irksomnesse of them, to know the amiableness of them, the sweetness of them: cc av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, dt n1 pp-f pno32: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9703 the delights of them are hidden from a man, so long as he is unregenerate; the delights of them Are hidden from a man, so long as he is unregenerate; dt n2 pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9704 but when God doth begin to regenerate a man, now he begins to discover them to him, that a man seeth what they are: but when God does begin to regenerate a man, now he begins to discover them to him, that a man sees what they Are: cc-acp c-crq np1 vdz vvi p-acp j-vvn dt n1, av pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno31, cst dt n1 vvz r-crq pns32 vbr: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9705 he could say before that the wayes of God were good, but he could never taste and find them so; he could say before that the ways of God were good, but he could never taste and find them so; pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr j, cc-acp pns31 vmd av-x vvi cc vvi pno32 av; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9706 but when a man is renewed, now he seeth the lustre and amiablenesse of them: but when a man is renewed, now he sees the lustre and amiableness of them: cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, av pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9707 so also, he seeth the uglinesse of sin, this was covered before, sin deceived the heart, and carried him after it; so also, he sees the ugliness of since, this was covered before, since deceived the heart, and carried him After it; av av, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, d vbds vvn a-acp, n1 vvn dt n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9708 but now sin begins to be laid stark naked, and a man seeth the deformity of it, here begins Regeneration in the mind; but now since begins to be laid stark naked, and a man sees the deformity of it, Here begins Regeneration in the mind; cc-acp av n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j j, cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, av vvz n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9709 for the understanding is the key of the Soul, the key of all the Faculties of the Soul, it is like a sluce or flood gate, pull up that, for the understanding is the key of the Soul, the key of all the Faculties of the Soul, it is like a sluice or flood gate, pull up that, p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 cc n1 n1, vvb a-acp d, (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9710 and the water goes out and runs all abroad; so when the Lord doth pluck up this sluce, and lift up a mans heart, and mind, and understanding: and the water Goes out and runs all abroad; so when the Lord does pluck up this sluice, and lift up a men heart, and mind, and understanding: cc dt n1 vvz av cc vvz d av; av c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi a-acp d n1, cc vvd a-acp dt ng1 n1, cc n1, cc n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9711 now the waters of life flow into the soul: now the waters of life flow into the soul: av dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9712 this is against them now, that have plenty of knowledge, and yet notwithstanding go no further; this is against them now, that have plenty of knowledge, and yet notwithstanding go no further; d vbz p-acp pno32 av, cst vhb n1 pp-f n1, cc av a-acp vvb av-dx av-jc; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9713 that have new minds, and old wills and affections, there is a new brain, but an old heart; this is not regeneration: that have new minds, and old wills and affections, there is a new brain, but an old heart; this is not regeneration: cst vhb j n2, cc j n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, cc-acp dt j n1; d vbz xx n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9714 regeneration (it is true) begins in the understanding, but it runs along in all the soul, it descends into heart and mind, regeneration (it is true) begins in the understanding, but it runs along in all the soul, it descends into heart and mind, n1 (pn31 vbz j) vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp d dt n1, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9715 and all the whole man, and therefore it is called a new creature; whosoever is in Christ is a new creature; and all the Whole man, and Therefore it is called a new creature; whosoever is in christ is a new creature; cc d dt j-jn n1, cc av pn31 vbz vvn dt j n1; r-crq vbz p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9716 Behold, I make all things new, (saith Christ) Rev. 21. 5. As Regeneration is the renewing of a man, so it is the renewing of the whole man. Behold, I make all things new, (Says christ) Rev. 21. 5. As Regeneration is the renewing of a man, so it is the renewing of the Whole man. vvb, pns11 vvb d n2 j, (vvz np1) n1 crd crd p-acp n1 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1, av pn31 vbz dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 836 Page 49
9717 Thirdly, It is done by degrees: Though Regeneration be in all parts, yet it is not in all degrees at once; Thirdly, It is done by Degrees: Though Regeneration be in all parts, yet it is not in all Degrees At once; ord, pn31 vbz vdn p-acp n2: cs n1 vbb p-acp d n2, av pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n2 p-acp a-acp; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 49
9718 the spirit of God doth renew more and more, and beget a man more and more; the Spirit of God does renew more and more, and beget a man more and more; dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi dc cc av-dc, cc vvi dt n1 av-dc cc av-dc; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 49
9719 there is of the old birth a great while, but he doth eat it out more and more, there is of the old birth a great while, but he does eat it out more and more, pc-acp vbz pp-f dt j n1 dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 vdz vvi pn31 av av-dc cc av-dc, (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 49
9720 as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 3. 18. And we all with open face, &c. Mark here, he calls this change glory, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 3. 18. And we all with open face, etc. Mark Here, he calls this change glory, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd cc pns12 av-d p-acp j n1, av vvb av, pns31 vvz d n1 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9721 because it is a glorious creature; as long as a man is not renewed, he is a base creature; Because it is a glorious creature; as long as a man is not renewed, he is a base creature; c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1; c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz xx vvn, pns31 vbz dt j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9722 but when he is renewed, he is a glorious creature: but when he is renewed, he is a glorious creature: cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 vbz dt j n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9723 Now saith he, when the Lord doth this, he doth it from glory to glory, from one degree to another; Now Says he, when the Lord does this, he does it from glory to glory, from one degree to Another; av vvz pns31, c-crq dt n1 vdz d, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9724 as this is done by the spirit of God, so he doth it more; he proceeds from little beginnings to greater perfections; as this is done by the Spirit of God, so he does it more; he proceeds from little beginnings to greater perfections; c-acp d vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vdz pn31 n1; pns31 vvz p-acp j n2 p-acp jc n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9725 it was not so with Adam, God made him in his full stature at the first, he was a man at the first dash; it was not so with Adam, God made him in his full stature At the First, he was a man At the First dash; pn31 vbds xx av p-acp np1, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt ord, pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9726 but this new creature, is as a Babe conceived in the VVomb, it begins there, and so grows up; but this new creature, is as a Babe conceived in the VVomb, it begins there, and so grows up; cc-acp d j n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz a-acp, cc av vvz a-acp; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9727 As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the Word, 1 Pet. 2. 2. He is a babe first, a•d so growes, As new born babes desire the sincere milk of the Word, 1 Pet. 2. 2. He is a babe First, a•d so grows, p-acp j j-vvn n2 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd pns31 vbz dt n1 ord, vvd av vvz, (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9728 though it be not a starveling but grovvs, yet it is but a vveak one at first, though it be not a starveling but grows, yet it is but a weak one At First, cs pn31 vbb xx dt n1 cc-acp vvz, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j pi p-acp ord, (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9729 and must grovv and come to its strength more and more: and must grow and come to its strength more and more: cc vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n1 av-dc cc av-dc: (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9730 it is like a good husband that begins vvith a little, and ariseth up to a great estate in the end; it is like a good husband that begins with a little, and arises up to a great estate in the end; pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp dt j, cc vvz a-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9731 so Regeneration makes a man a good husband, puts a little stock into his hands, and makes him rise to a great matter. so Regeneration makes a man a good husband, puts a little stock into his hands, and makes him rise to a great matter. av n1 vvz dt n1 dt j n1, vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz pno31 vvi p-acp dt j n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 837 Page 50
9732 Fourthly, This is according to the Image of God: It is not all kind of Renewing: Fourthly, This is according to the Image of God: It is not all kind of Renewing: ord, d vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: pn31 vbz xx d n1 pp-f vvg: (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9733 A man may have a new work that he had not before; A man may have a new work that he had not before; dt n1 vmb vhi dt j n1 cst pns31 vhd xx a-acp; (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9734 but the work of regeneration, as it is a renewing, so it is a renewing after the image of God; but the work of regeneration, as it is a renewing, so it is a renewing After the image of God; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt vvg, av pn31 vbz dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9735 man had quite and clean lost the Image of God, which consisted in Righteousness and Holiness; man had quite and clean lost the Image of God, which consisted in Righteousness and Holiness; n1 vhd av cc av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd p-acp n1 cc n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9736 Now when Gods Spirit comes to regenerate a man, that reneweth him according to this Image: Now when God's Spirit comes to regenerate a man, that Reneweth him according to this Image: av c-crq npg1 n1 vvz p-acp j-vvn dt n1, cst vvz pno31 vvg p-acp d n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9737 As the Apostle speaks, Ephes. 4. 24. That ye put on the new man which is created after his image: As the Apostle speaks, Ephesians 4. 24. That you put on the new man which is created After his image: c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cst pn22 vvd p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9738 and how is that? In Righteousness and Holiness. As it is in Nature, though a man be never so godly when he begets a man, he begets him after his image, and how is that? In Righteousness and Holiness. As it is in Nature, though a man be never so godly when he begets a man, he begets him After his image, cc q-crq vbz d? p-acp n1 cc n1. p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vbi av-x av j c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9739 as he is by nature polluted and unclean: Gen. 5. 3. So Adam begat Seth in his own image: as he is by nature polluted and unclean: Gen. 5. 3. So Adam begat Seth in his own image: c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp n1 vvn cc j: np1 crd crd np1 np1 vvd np1 p-acp po31 d n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9740 so when the Spirit begets a man again, he begets him after his own image, he makes him merciful as his heavenly Father is merciful, Luke 6. 36. and perfect as he is perfect, Matth. 5. ult. so when the Spirit begets a man again, he begets him After his own image, he makes him merciful as his heavenly Father is merciful, Lycia 6. 36. and perfect as he is perfect, Matthew 5. ult. av c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 av, pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vvz pno31 j c-acp po31 j n1 vbz j, av crd crd cc j c-acp pns31 vbz j, np1 crd n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9741 There are none regenerate and born again, but those that are like God, the Lord stamps upon them his own similitude, There Are none regenerate and born again, but those that Are like God, the Lord stamps upon them his own similitude, pc-acp vbr pix vvn cc vvn av, cc-acp d cst vbr av-j np1, dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32 po31 d n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9742 and makes them like to himself. Fifthly, This is the Image of God in Jesus Christ; and makes them like to himself. Fifthly, This is the Image of God in jesus christ; cc vvz pno32 av-j p-acp px31. ord, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 838 Page 50
9743 who is the express image of his Father; he is the pattern after which this frame is made: who is the express image of his Father; he is the pattern After which this frame is made: r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1; pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn: (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9744 nay, God did order it should be so from eternity, Rom. 8. 29. Whom he did fore-know, he did predestinate, that they should be conformed to the image of his Son: nay, God did order it should be so from eternity, Rom. 8. 29. Whom he did foreknow, he did predestinate, that they should be conformed to the image of his Son: uh-x, np1 vdd vvi pn31 vmd vbi av p-acp n1, np1 crd crd ro-crq pns31 vdd vvi, pns31 vdd j, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9745 'Tis true, this similitude is not presently made out, it is but by halves as it were; It's true, this similitude is not presently made out, it is but by halves as it were; pn31|vbz j, d n1 vbz xx av-j vvn av, pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp n2-jn c-acp pn31 vbdr; (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9746 it is but a poor first draught, and never perfect in this life, but it shall be made perfect, 1 Joh. 3. 2, 3. We know when he appears, we shall be like him, it is but a poor First draught, and never perfect in this life, but it shall be made perfect, 1 John 3. 2, 3. We know when he appears, we shall be like him, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j ord n1, cc av-x j p-acp d n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn j, crd np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb c-crq pns31 vvz, pns12 vmb vbi av-j pno31, (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9747 and shall see him as he is; and shall see him as he is; cc vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz; (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9748 then we shall be perfectly like him, and see him as he is, and know him as he is; then we shall be perfectly like him, and see him as he is, and know him as he is; cs pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz, cc vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz; (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9749 as Paul saith, Col. 3. 2, 3. You are dead, and your life is hid in Christ, &c. Here the work is hardly come to its glory, there is a great deal of basenesse and old rubbish still, as Paul Says, Col. 3. 2, 3. You Are dead, and your life is hid in christ, etc. Here the work is hardly come to its glory, there is a great deal of baseness and old rubbish still, p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd, crd pn22 vbr j, cc po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, av av dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 av, (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9750 but it shall be glorious before God hath done, it shall come to be perfect then; but it shall be glorious before God hath done, it shall come to be perfect then; cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp np1 vhz vdn, pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j av; (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9751 in the mean time, it is but by degrees; in the mean time, it is but by Degrees; p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp p-acp n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9752 but the work of regeneration puts a man to go to Christ, and believe in Christ; but the work of regeneration puts a man to go to christ, and believe in christ; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9753 You that follow me in Regeneration, &c. saith our Saviour, Matth. 19. 28. When a man is regenerate, regeneration puts a frame into a mans heart to be like unto Christ, You that follow me in Regeneration, etc. Says our Saviour, Matthew 19. 28. When a man is regenerate, regeneration puts a frame into a men heart to be like unto christ, pn22 cst vvb pno11 p-acp n1, av vvz po12 n1, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9754 and to follow his steps, and his example, that as he hath done, so he may do more and more: and to follow his steps, and his Exampl, that as he hath done, so he may do more and more: cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc po31 n1, cst c-acp pns31 vhz vdn, av pns31 vmb vdi av-dc cc av-dc: (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9755 this is the work of regeneration, That the Spirit of God works in Gods people, conforming them to the Image of Christ: this is the work of regeneration, That the Spirit of God works in God's people, conforming them to the Image of christ: d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9756 Yea, Regeneration doth more than repair a man, more than reduce a man to that estate wherein he was in Adam 's loins before the Fall; Yea, Regeneration does more than repair a man, more than reduce a man to that estate wherein he was in Adam is loins before the Fallen; uh, n1 vdz dc cs vvi dt n1, av-dc cs vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp np1 vbz n2 p-acp dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 50
9757 it is the ingrasting of a man into Christ, and the estating a man into the Merits and Priviledges of the Lord Jesus Christ, it is a greater matter, it is the ingrasting of a man into christ, and the estating a man into the Merits and Privileges of the Lord jesus christ, it is a greater matter, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cc dt vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, pn31 vbz dt jc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 51
9758 then the bare restoring of a man to that which he lost, it is the restoring of a man to a better estate; this differences it from Sanctification. then the bore restoring of a man to that which he lost, it is the restoring of a man to a better estate; this differences it from Sanctification. cs dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd, pn31 vbz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1; d n2 pn31 p-acp n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 51
9759 Thus we see what Regeneration is. Thus we see what Regeneration is. av pns12 vvb r-crq n1 vbz. (10) treatise (DIV2) 839 Page 51
9760 Now the Second Thing is, Why it is so called? Why this same blessed work of the renewing of the whole man after the Image of God in Christ Jesus is called Regeneration. Now the Second Thing is, Why it is so called? Why this same blessed work of the renewing of the Whole man After the Image of God in christ jesus is called Regeneration. av dt ord n1 vbz, c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn? q-crq d d j-vvn n1 pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1 vbz vvn n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 840 Page 51
9761 There be Two Reasons of it. First, To shew us how marvellously we are corrupt by Nature: There be Two Reasons of it. First, To show us how marvellously we Are corrupt by Nature: pc-acp vbi crd n2 pp-f pn31. ord, pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq av-j pns12 vbr j p-acp n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 840 Page 51
9762 Until the Spirit of God take us in hand, a man is quite rotten, there is no soundnesse left, there is nothing in him will serve, it is not a little melting will serve the turn, it is not a little plaistering, Until the Spirit of God take us in hand, a man is quite rotten, there is no soundness left, there is nothing in him will serve, it is not a little melting will serve the turn, it is not a little plastering, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno12 p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz av vvn, pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvd, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno31 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz xx dt j j-vvg vmb vvi dt n1, pn31 vbz xx dt j vvg, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9763 or patching, or piecing will do the deed: or patching, or piecing will do the deed: cc vvg, cc vvg vmb vdi dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9764 though there be a thousand changes in a man, yet if a man be not another man, though there be a thousand changes in a man, yet if a man be not Another man, cs pc-acp vbi dt crd n2 p-acp dt n1, av cs dt n1 vbb xx j-jn n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9765 if he be not a new creature, it is to no effect, it will never bring a man into the kingdom of God; if he be not a new creature, it is to no Effect, it will never bring a man into the Kingdom of God; cs pns31 vbb xx dt j n1, pn31 vbz pc-acp dx n1, pn31 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9766 what saith Christ, Joh. 3. 3. Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God: what Says christ, John 3. 3. Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God: r-crq vvz np1, np1 crd crd av-j, av-j, pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, c-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9767 As who should say, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, a man is all to shatters, all to pieces, all rotten, As who should say, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, a man is all to shatters, all to Pieces, all rotten, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, av-j, av-j, pns11 vvb p-acp pno21, dt n1 vbz d pc-acp vvz, d p-acp n2, d j-vvn, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9768 and unlesse he be born again, and made a new creature, it is impossible he should enter into the kingdom of God; and unless he be born again, and made a new creature, it is impossible he should enter into the Kingdom of God; cc cs pns31 vbb vvn av, cc vvd dt j n1, pn31 vbz j pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9769 though a man be never so much altered, he is not in the estate of Grace till he be a new man, till the Lord hath given him a new frame, and a new inclination: though a man be never so much altered, he is not in the estate of Grace till he be a new man, till the Lord hath given him a new frame, and a new inclination: cs dt n1 vbi av-x av av-d vvn, pns31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns31 vbb dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno31 dt j n1, cc dt j n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9770 except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God, he cannot see the kingdom of Grace: except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God, he cannot see the Kingdom of Grace: c-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9771 that is the first dowry of the kingdom of Grace, to give a man a new Being that he never had before: that is the First dowry of the Kingdom of Grace, to give a man a new Being that he never had before: cst vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt j vbg n1 pns31 av-x vhd a-acp: (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9772 a natural man is just like an old rotten house, that hath not one piece that will serve the turn; a natural man is just like an old rotten house, that hath not one piece that will serve the turn; dt j n1 vbz av av-j dt j j-vvn n1, cst vhz xx crd n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9773 but a man that will make it an habitable house, must take it all down to the ground, but a man that will make it an habitable house, must take it all down to the ground, cc-acp dt n1 cst vmb vvi pn31 dt j n1, vmb vvi pn31 d a-acp p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9774 and build it up from the ground: so it is here, there is not one piece will serve the turn; and built it up from the ground: so it is Here, there is not one piece will serve the turn; cc vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1: av pn31 vbz av, pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 vmb vvi dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9775 though ye see admirable things in men, though they seem excellent in the eyes of men, though you see admirable things in men, though they seem excellent in the eyes of men, cs pn22 vvb j n2 p-acp n2, cs pns32 vvb j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9776 yet they will not serve the turn, they are rott•n and stark naught; yet they will not serve the turn, they Are rott•n and stark nought; av pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1, pns32 vbr vvn cc av-j pi; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9777 there is an absence of all Good, Rom. 7. 18. Nay besides, there is an universal indisposition in a man, there is an absence of all Good, Rom. 7. 18. Nay beside, there is an universal indisposition in a man, a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f d j, np1 crd crd uh-x a-acp, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9778 like to a thing that is all rotten and marred, and can never be made up again, like to a thing that is all rotten and marred, and can never be made up again, av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vbz d vvn cc vvn, cc vmb av-x vbi vvn a-acp av, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9779 except it be made spick and span new; except it be made spick and span new; c-acp pn31 vbb vvn j cc n1 j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9780 and so it is with a man, he is altogether corrupt, as the Prophet speaks, Isa. 1. from the sole of the foot, to the crown of the head, nothing but bruises and putrified soars; and so it is with a man, he is altogether corrupt, as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 1. from the sole of the foot, to the crown of the head, nothing but bruises and Putrified soars; cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz av j, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pix cc-acp n2 cc j-vvn vvz; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9781 take a man that is never so civil, and of fair carriage, so long as he is not a new creature, this is nothing for the entring into the kingdom of God, take a man that is never so civil, and of fair carriage, so long as he is not a new creature, this is nothing for the entering into the Kingdom of God, vvb dt n1 cst vbz av-x av j, cc pp-f j n1, av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz xx dt j n1, d vbz pix p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9782 and being amiable in his sight: and being amiable in his sighed: cc vbg j p-acp po31 n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9783 Nay, Gen. 6. 5. the Text saith, The thoughts of the heart of man are only evil continually, there is nothing found in a man, Nay, Gen. 6. 5. the Text Says, The thoughts of the heart of man Are only evil continually, there is nothing found in a man, uh-x, np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbr av-j j-jn av-j, a-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9784 though he daily think of Grace, and think of God, his thoughts cannot be said to be good, though he daily think of Grace, and think of God, his thoughts cannot be said to be good, cs pns31 av-j vvi pp-f n1, cc vvb pp-f np1, po31 n2 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9785 for the mind whereby he thinks of these things is rotten, and unsavory; for the mind whereby he thinks of these things is rotten, and unsavoury; p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f d n2 vbz vvn, cc j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9786 though he speaks of never so good things, the same things the Saints of God speak of; though he speaks of never so good things, the same things the Saints of God speak of; cs pns31 vvz pp-f av av j n2, dt d n2 dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi pp-f; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9787 though he doth the same actions the people of God do; though he does thee same actions the people of God do; cs pns31 vdz pno32 d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vdb; (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9788 though he hears the same VVord, and receives the same Sacraments, he cannot do them aright, they are abomination in Gods sight, though he hears the same Word, and receives the same Sacraments, he cannot do them aright, they Are abomination in God's sighed, cs pns31 vvz dt d n1, cc vvz dt d n2, pns31 vmbx vdb pno32 av, pns32 vbr n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9789 therefore when God regenerates a man, he must make him another man then he was before. This speaks natures corruption. Therefore when God regenerates a man, he must make him Another man then he was before. This speaks nature's corruption. av c-crq np1 vvz dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 j-jn n1 cs pns31 vbds a-acp. np1 vvz ng1 n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 841 Page 51
9790 Secondly, Because the things of Regeneration are admirably set out by way of this similitude: Natural Generation is generally, sweetly answered in this VVork of Regeneration. Secondly, Because the things of Regeneration Are admirably Set out by Way of this similitude: Natural Generation is generally, sweetly answered in this VVork of Regeneration. ord, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr av-j vvn av p-acp n1 pp-f d n1: j n1 vbz av-j, av-j vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 842 Page 51
9791 First, As a man cannot come into the World without Parents, but he must have a Father to beget him, First, As a man cannot come into the World without Parents, but he must have a Father to beget him, ord, p-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, p-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (10) treatise (DIV2) 843 Page 51
9792 so it is in this new Birth: as in the other there was an earthly Father, so here is an heavenly Father, so it is in this new Birth: as in the other there was an earthly Father, so Here is an heavenly Father, av pn31 vbz p-acp d j n1: c-acp p-acp dt j-jn a-acp vbds dt j n1, av av vbz dt j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 843 Page 51
9793 as the Author to the Hebrews speaks, Heb. 12. 9. How much rather shall we be subjected to the Father of Spirits? There are two Fathers, as the Author to the Hebrews speaks, Hebrew 12. 9. How much rather shall we be subjected to the Father of Spirits? There Are two Father's, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz, np1 crd crd c-crq d av-c vmb pns12 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? pc-acp vbr crd n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 843 Page 51
9794 an earthly Father, the Father of the natural and corrupt man, and God the Father of our Spirits, that is, the Father of our spiritual Nature, an earthly Father, the Father of the natural and corrupt man, and God the Father of our Spirits, that is, the Father of our spiritual Nature, dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, cc np1 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 843 Page 52
9795 as many excellent Divines do expound it: though it may be expounded the Father of our Souls; as many excellent Divines do expound it: though it may be expounded the Father of our Souls; c-acp d j n2-jn vdb vvi pn31: cs pn31 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 843 Page 52
9796 yet this is more likely, because here is an opposition between the Father of the Flesh, yet this is more likely, Because Here is an opposition between the Father of the Flesh, av d vbz av-dc j, c-acp av vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 843 Page 52
9797 and the Father of the Spirits: God himself is the Father of this new work. Secondly, Here is a Mother too; and the Father of the Spirits: God himself is the Father of this new work. Secondly, Here is a Mother too; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2: np1 px31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1. ord, av vbz dt n1 av; (10) treatise (DIV2) 843 Page 52
9798 That Jerusalem which is from above, is the Mother of them all; That Jerusalem which is from above, is the Mother of them all; cst np1 r-crq vbz p-acp a-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 d; (10) treatise (DIV2) 844 Page 52
9799 they are all Zions Children, here is the Womb that these new creatures lye in, Christs Spouse; they Are all Zions Children, Here is the Womb that these new creatures lie in, Christ Spouse; pns32 vbr d n2 n2, av vbz dt n1 cst d j n2 vvb p-acp, npg1 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 844 Page 52
9800 the Lambs wife is their Mother; though the world hate them and her too, yet they love her; the Lambs wife is their Mother; though the world hate them and her too, yet they love her; dt ng1 n1 vbz po32 n1; cs dt n1 vvb pno32 cc pno31 av, av pns32 vvb pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 844 Page 52
9801 nay, though the woman be thrown out into the wilderness, yet their hearts run after her; nay, though the woman be thrown out into the Wilderness, yet their hearts run After her; uh-x, cs dt n1 vbb vvn av p-acp dt n1, av po32 n2 vvn p-acp pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 844 Page 52
9802 the Regenerate only are the true born, this is their Mother. Thirdly, As it is in the Natural Birth, There is a shaping in the Womb, the Regenerate only Are the true born, this is their Mother. Thirdly, As it is in the Natural Birth, There is a shaping in the Womb, dt vvn av-j vbr dt j vvn, d vbz po32 n1. ord, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, a-acp vbz dt j-vvg p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 844 Page 52
9803 before there is a coming into life: before there is a coming into life: c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n-vvg p-acp n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 845 Page 52
9804 so it is here, as the Apostle saith, there is a conceiving of a man in the womb, so it is Here, as the Apostle Says, there is a conceiving of a man in the womb, av pn31 vbz av, c-acp dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 845 Page 52
9805 before he is, Gal. 4. 19. My little Children, of whom I travel in Birth, till Christ be formed in you; There is the Conception; before he is, Gal. 4. 19. My little Children, of whom I travel in Birth, till christ be formed in you; There is the Conception; c-acp pns31 vbz, np1 crd crd po11 j n2, pp-f ro-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vbb vvn p-acp pn22; pc-acp vbz dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 845 Page 52
9806 'tis true, wicked men have many Conceptions, but they do not bring forth, Christ is not formed in them; it's true, wicked men have many Conceptions, but they do not bring forth, christ is not formed in them; pn31|vbz j, j n2 vhb d n2, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi av, np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32; (10) treatise (DIV2) 845 Page 52
9807 they may have many stirrings that way, but they perish in the Birth; but Zion travels and brings forth Children, Isa. 66. 8. they may have many stirrings that Way, but they perish in the Birth; but Zion travels and brings forth Children, Isaiah 66. 8. pns32 vmb vhi d n2 cst n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1; cc-acp np1 n2 cc vvz av n2, np1 crd crd (10) treatise (DIV2) 845 Page 52
9808 Fourthly, Again, As it is in the Natural Birth, None is brought forth, without the pains of travel; Fourthly, Again, As it is in the Natural Birth, None is brought forth, without the pains of travel; ord, av, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, pix vbz vvn av, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 846 Page 52
9809 So there be pains in this new Birth, legal terrours which the Reprobate are killed with and die under, So there be pains in this new Birth, Legal terrors which the Reprobate Are killed with and die under, av pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp d j n1, j n2 r-crq dt n-jn vbr vvn p-acp cc vvi p-acp, (10) treatise (DIV2) 846 Page 52
9810 but the godly come forth from under them safe and bettered. but the godly come forth from under them safe and bettered. cc-acp dt j vvb av p-acp p-acp pno32 j cc vvn. (10) treatise (DIV2) 846 Page 52
9811 Fifthly, Again, As it is in the first Birth, the Child that is born and comes into the world, he comes from no Being to a Being, from no Existency to an Existency; Fifthly, Again, As it is in the First Birth, the Child that is born and comes into the world, he comes from not Being to a Being, from no Existency to an Existency; ord, av, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 cst vbz vvn cc vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz p-acp xx vbg p-acp dt vbg, p-acp dx n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 847 Page 52
9812 so it is here in this new Birth, those which were no people, are now made the people of God; so it is Here in this new Birth, those which were no people, Are now made the people of God; av pn31 vbz av p-acp d j n1, d r-crq vbdr dx n1, vbr av vvn dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 847 Page 52
9813 those that had no being in Christ, now have a being in him; they are come into a new world, into a new heaven and a new earth; those that had no being in christ, now have a being in him; they Are come into a new world, into a new heaven and a new earth; d cst vhd dx vbg p-acp np1, av vhb dt vbg p-acp pno31; pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 cc dt j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 847 Page 52
9814 others live in this world, but they live in a new world. Others live in this world, but they live in a new world. n2-jn vvb p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 847 Page 52
9815 Sixthly, Again, As it is in the first Birth, A man comes to have Children, to have Brothers and Sisters; Sixthly, Again, As it is in the First Birth, A man comes to have Children, to have Brother's and Sisters; j, av, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi n2, pc-acp vhi n2 cc n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9816 so in this Birth, a man comes to have new Kindred, all the Godly in the world are of his Consanguinity; so in this Birth, a man comes to have new Kindred, all the Godly in the world Are of his Consanguinity; av p-acp d n1, dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi j n1, d dt j p-acp dt n1 vbr pp-f po31 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9817 though they be counted the Puritans of the Parish, yet they are of his bloud, though they be counted the Puritans of the Parish, yet they Are of his blood, cs pns32 vbb vvn dt np2 pp-f dt n1, av pns32 vbr pp-f po31 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9818 and Christ himself is their Brother, and Abraham is their Father (under God) and Sarah is their Mother; there is a new Kindred. and christ himself is their Brother, and Abraham is their Father (under God) and Sarah is their Mother; there is a new Kindred. cc np1 px31 vbz po32 n1, cc np1 vbz po32 n1 (p-acp np1) cc np1 vbz po32 n1; pc-acp vbz dt j n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9819 Indeed here is the difference, that the Children of the first Birth they are visible, Indeed Here is the difference, that the Children of the First Birth they Are visible, np1 av vbz dt n1, cst dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1 pns32 vbr j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9820 and their lives and courses are visible, and their alliance and kindred is visible, and all that they are and do is visible; and their lives and courses Are visible, and their alliance and kindred is visible, and all that they Are and do is visible; cc po32 n2 cc n2 vbr j, cc po32 n1 cc n1 vbz j, cc d cst pns32 vbr cc vdi vbz j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9821 but the Children of the second Birth are not visible: but the Children of the second Birth Are not visible: cc-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1 vbr xx j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9822 indeed their persons are visible as well as others, but their life is an invisible thing, their excellency, their glory, this new creature in them, this is invisible, it is like that River in Spain, which runs fourteen miles under ground; indeed their Persons Are visible as well as Others, but their life is an invisible thing, their excellency, their glory, this new creature in them, this is invisible, it is like that River in Spain, which runs fourteen miles under ground; av po32 n2 vbr j c-acp av c-acp n2-jn, cc-acp po32 n1 vbz dt j n1, po32 n1, po32 n1, d j n1 p-acp pno32, d vbz j, pn31 vbz j cst n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vvz crd n2 p-acp n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9823 whence they have a Proverb, That the Bridge over the River is fourteen miles long: whence they have a Proverb, That the Bridge over the River is fourteen miles long: c-crq pns32 vhb dt n1, cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz crd n2 av-j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9824 So there is a River in Surry that is just the like, it runs under the ground invisible, they cannot see it; So there is a River in Surrey that is just the like, it runs under the ground invisible, they cannot see it; av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 cst vbz j dt j, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 j, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9825 so these new creatures they cannot be seen, their lives run under ground, their lives are hidden with God, indeed their persons, so these new creatures they cannot be seen, their lives run under ground, their lives Are hidden with God, indeed their Persons, av d j n2 pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1, po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, av po32 n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9826 and outward actions and courses may be seen; nay, wicked men may do those very outward actions which they do; and outward actions and courses may be seen; nay, wicked men may do those very outward actions which they do; cc j n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn; uh-x, j n2 vmb vdi d av j n2 r-crq pns32 vdb; (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9827 they may Pray together with them, and come to Church together with them, but this new workmanship they cannot see, that runs along under ground, the world seeth it not, they may Pray together with them, and come to Church together with them, but this new workmanship they cannot see, that runs along under ground, the world sees it not, pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp pno32, cc vvb p-acp n1 av p-acp pno32, cc-acp d j n1 pns32 vmbx vvi, cst vvz a-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 vvz pn31 xx, (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9828 neither can they know it, because they know not Christ the Author of it: Thus we see the second thing, namely, Why it is so called. neither can they know it, Because they know not christ the Author of it: Thus we see the second thing, namely, Why it is so called. dx vmb pns32 vvb pn31, c-acp pns32 vvb xx np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31: av pns12 vvb dt ord n1, av, c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn. (10) treatise (DIV2) 848 Page 52
9829 Now the Third Thing is, Wherein this blessed Work doth consist: Now the Third Thing is, Wherein this blessed Work does consist: av dt ord n1 vbz, c-crq d j-vvn n1 vdz vvi: (10) treatise (DIV2) 849 Page 53
9830 and it consists in Two Things, Joh. 1. 12. The Evangelist saith, To as many as received him, he gave power to become the Sons of God. and it consists in Two Things, John 1. 12. The Evangelist Says, To as many as received him, he gave power to become the Sons of God. cc pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2, np1 crd crd dt np1 vvz, p-acp c-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, pns31 vvd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 849 Page 53
9831 Here be Two Things, and both these Regeneration consists of: First, A Passive receiving of Christ, Whosoever receives him. Here be Two Things, and both these Regeneration consists of: First, A Passive receiving of christ, Whosoever receives him. av vbi crd n2, cc d d n1 vvz pp-f: ord, dt j n-vvg pp-f np1, r-crq vvz pno31. (10) treatise (DIV2) 849 Page 53
9832 Secondly, An Active Title to God, as to a Father, They have power to become the Sons of God. Secondly, an Active Title to God, as to a Father, They have power to become the Sons of God. ord, dt j n1 p-acp np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 851 Page 53
9833 First, A Passive receiving of Christ; First, A Passive receiving of christ; ord, dt j n-vvg pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9834 To as many as received him: for he came to his own and they received him not; To as many as received him: for he Come to his own and they received him not; p-acp c-acp d c-acp vvd pno31: p-acp pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d cc pns32 vvd pno31 xx; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9835 his own, even his own Elect, would not receive him, till he made them receive him; his own, even his own Elect, would not receive him, till he made them receive him; po31 d, av po31 d n1, vmd xx vvi pno31, c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 vvi pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9836 but as many as received him, as many as were made passively to receive him, did receive him also actively: but as many as received him, as many as were made passively to receive him, did receive him also actively: cc-acp c-acp d c-acp vvd pno31, p-acp d c-acp vbdr vvn av-j pc-acp vvi pno31, vdd vvi pno31 av av-j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9837 so that this word implyes the Passive receiving of Christ; so that this word Implies the Passive receiving of christ; av cst d n1 vvz dt j n-vvg pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9838 for there is none can receive any thing, except it be given him from above, Joh 3. 27. That is, for there is none can receive any thing, except it be given him from above, John 3. 27. That is, c-acp pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi d n1, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn pno31 p-acp a-acp, np1 crd crd cst vbz, (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9839 except there be first a passive reception of it: except there be First a passive reception of it: c-acp pc-acp vbi ord dt j n1 pp-f pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9840 It is a strange phrase, N• m•• can receive Christ, till Christ is first received of him; It is a strange phrase, N• m•• can receive christ, till christ is First received of him; pn31 vbz dt j n1, np1 n1 vmb vvi np1, c-acp np1 vbz ord vvn pp-f pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9841 he can never take Christ, till Christ come into him, till Christ ingraft himself into him, and him into Christ; he can never take christ, till christ come into him, till christ ingraft himself into him, and him into christ; pns31 vmb av-x vvi np1, c-acp np1 vvb p-acp pno31, c-acp np1 vvn px31 p-acp pno31, cc pno31 p-acp np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9842 this is an act of God, it is a passive receiving of Christ: this is an act of God, it is a passive receiving of christ: d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9843 the reason is, because all the Graces, and all the Activity of Gods people flowes from this, their Faith, and all; the reason is, Because all the Graces, and all the Activity of God's people flows from this, their Faith, and all; dt n1 vbz, c-acp d dt n2, cc d dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvz p-acp d, po32 n1, cc d; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9844 for Faith is an act, which receives from the passive receiving of Christ, as Paul speaks to the Colossians, As you have received Christ, so walk in him; for Faith is an act, which receives from the passive receiving of christ, as Paul speaks to the colossians, As you have received christ, so walk in him; p-acp n1 vbz dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f np1, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn np1, av vvb p-acp pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9845 Faith receives Christ, that is an active receiving of Christ, but there was a passive receiving of Christ first; Faith receives christ, that is an active receiving of christ, but there was a passive receiving of christ First; n1 vvz np1, cst vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f np1, cc-acp pc-acp vbds dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 ord; (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9846 for a man is in Christ first in a passive manner, before he is in him in an active manner, Christ hath taken him already, for a man is in christ First in a passive manner, before he is in him in an active manner, christ hath taken him already, p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp np1 ord p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, np1 vhz vvn pno31 av, (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9847 before he can take Christ actually: before he can take christ actually: c-acp pns31 vmb vvi np1 av-j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9848 This is the first Thing wherein this work of Regeneration consists, The Passive receiving of Christ. This is the First Thing wherein this work of Regeneration consists, The Passive receiving of christ. d vbz dt ord n1 c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vvz, dt j n-vvg pp-f np1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 852 Page 53
9849 Secondly, It consists in having an active power and title to become a Son of God; together with Jesus Christ; Secondly, It consists in having an active power and title to become a Son of God; together with jesus christ; ord, pn31 vvz p-acp vhg dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; av p-acp np1 np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 853 Page 53
9850 These are the Two Things wherein Regeneration consists. I know many Divines branch it otherwise, and make Regeneration to consist otherwise: First, Of Mortification. Secondly, Of Vivification. First, Of Mortification: These Are the Two Things wherein Regeneration consists. I know many Divines branch it otherwise, and make Regeneration to consist otherwise: First, Of Mortification. Secondly, Of Vivification. First, Of Mortification: d vbr dt crd n2 c-crq n1 vvz. pns11 vvb d n2-jn vvi pn31 av, cc vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av: ord, pp-f n1. ord, pp-f n1. ord, pp-f n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 853 Page 53
9851 Whereby the Spirit kills the Lusts of the Flesh more, as Rom. 8. 13. If ye live after the Flesh ye shall die, Whereby the Spirit kills the Lustiest of the Flesh more, as Rom. 8. 13. If you live After the Flesh you shall die, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av-dc, c-acp np1 crd crd cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi, (10) treatise (DIV2) 856 Page 53
9852 but if ye through the Spirit mortifie the deeds of the Flesh, ye shall live: Mark; but if you through the Spirit mortify the Deeds of the Flesh, you shall live: Mark; cc-acp cs pn22 p-acp dt n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi: vvb; (10) treatise (DIV2) 856 Page 53
9853 here is Mortification, and it is done by the Spirit; if you through the spirit mortifie the deeds of the body. Secondly, There is Vivification; Here is Mortification, and it is done by the Spirit; if you through the Spirit mortify the Deeds of the body. Secondly, There is Vivification; av vbz n1, cc pn31 vbz vdn p-acp dt n1; cs pn22 p-acp dt n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1. ord, pc-acp vbz n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 856 Page 53
9854 that is, when a man doth not only die unto sin, but rise up again to a new life, Rom. 6. 11. Likewise reckon ye your selves to be dead unto sin, that is, when a man does not only die unto since, but rise up again to a new life, Rom. 6. 11. Likewise reckon you your selves to be dead unto since, d vbz, c-crq dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb a-acp av p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd av vvb pn22 po22 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9855 but alive unto God, through Jesus Christ our Lord. This is the other work of Vivification, when a man is made alive unto God, but alive unto God, through jesus christ our Lord. This is the other work of Vivification, when a man is made alive unto God, cc-acp j p-acp np1, p-acp np1 np1 po12 n1. d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j p-acp np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9856 and is made able by the spirit of God to be alive unto God, and to wind himself out of death into life, by the spirit of the holy One. and is made able by the Spirit of God to be alive unto God, and to wind himself out of death into life, by the Spirit of the holy One. cc vbz vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi px31 av pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j pi. (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9857 These be the Two Parts whereof many Divines make Regeneration to consist of; These be the Two Parts whereof many Divines make Regeneration to consist of; np1 vbb dt crd n2 c-crq d n2-jn vvb n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9858 but though they beat at the same thing, yet I rather make them the Effects and Consequents of Regeneration, as flowing from Regeneration; but though they beatrice At the same thing, yet I rather make them the Effects and Consequents of Regeneration, as flowing from Regeneration; cc-acp cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt d n1, av pns11 av-c vvb pno32 dt n2 cc n2-j pp-f n1, c-acp vvg p-acp n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9859 this passive work goeth before, a man never goeth on in mortifying the works of the Flesh, this passive work Goes before, a man never Goes on in mortifying the works of the Flesh, d j n1 vvz a-acp, dt n1 av-x vvz a-acp p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9860 and never raiseth himself up to this heavenly life till he be Regenerated; and never Raiseth himself up to this heavenly life till he be Regenerated; cc av-x vvz px31 p-acp p-acp d j n1 c-acp pns31 vbb vvn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9861 so that regeneration is the first ingrafting of a man into Christ, whereby he is alive, that he may do all these things; so that regeneration is the First engrafting of a man into christ, whereby he is alive, that he may do all these things; av d n1 vbz dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vbz j, cst pns31 vmb vdi d d n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9862 it is a power put into him whereby he may believe and repent, so that Believing, it is a power put into him whereby he may believe and Repent, so that Believing, pn31 vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, av cst vvg, (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9863 and Repentance, and Mortification, and Vivification are acts of the new creature; and Repentance, and Mortification, and Vivification Are acts of the new creature; cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbr n2 pp-f dt j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9864 a man must therefore be a new creature first, now this is by Regeneration, so that Regeneration consists only of these Two Things: a man must Therefore be a new creature First, now this is by Regeneration, so that Regeneration consists only of these Two Things: dt n1 vmb av vbi dt j n1 ord, av d vbz p-acp n1, av d n1 vvz av-j pp-f d crd n2: (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 53
9865 First, Of a passive receiving of Christ the Son of God. Secondly, In having a title to be the Son of God; First, Of a passive receiving of christ the Son of God. Secondly, In having a title to be the Son of God; ord, pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1. ord, p-acp vhg dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9866 and Regeneration doth not only bring a relative change, but a real change to a man: and Regeneration does not only bring a relative change, but a real change to a man: cc n1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9867 If you would know the meaning of the phrase, A relative change is this, when there is a change in a man, from that he was before; If you would know the meaning of the phrase, A relative change is this, when there is a change in a man, from that he was before; cs pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 vbz d, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp cst pns31 vbds a-acp; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9868 but the change doth not lye in a man, as the change of Justification: before he was not Justified, now he is Justified, the man is changed; but the change does not lie in a man, as the change of Justification: before he was not Justified, now he is Justified, the man is changed; cc-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: c-acp pns31 vbds xx vvn, av pns31 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9869 but he is not changed in himself, but it stands only in Gods imputation; he is not just in himself, but by imputation just Now the real change is, but he is not changed in himself, but it Stands only in God's imputation; he is not just in himself, but by imputation just Now the real change is, cc-acp pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp px31, cc-acp pn31 vvz av-j p-acp npg1 n1; pns31 vbz xx j p-acp px31, cc-acp p-acp n1 av av dt j n1 vbz, (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9870 When God doth purifie and make up the defects in a man more and more, that is a real change; so that I say, Regeneration is not only a relative change, whereby God accounts a man as a child; When God does purify and make up the defects in a man more and more, that is a real change; so that I say, Regeneration is not only a relative change, whereby God accounts a man as a child; c-crq np1 vdz vvi cc vvi a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 av-dc cc av-dc, cst vbz dt j n1; av cst pns11 vvb, n1 vbz xx av-j dt j n1, c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9871 but it breeds a real change in a man, it gives a man a spiritual Being; but it breeds a real change in a man, it gives a man a spiritual Being; cc-acp pn31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 dt j vbg; (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9872 for the Spirit of God when it comes to work this work, is a fruitful principle of all good in that man more and more: for the Spirit of God when it comes to work this work, is a fruitful principle of all good in that man more and more: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j p-acp d n1 av-dc cc av-dc: (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9873 Therefore the Apostle saith, The fruits of the Spirit, are joy, peace, long-suffering, &c. Gal. 5. 22. 'Tis true, the Spirit doth not bring forth these Graces till after a man is regenerate, Therefore the Apostle Says, The fruits of the Spirit, Are joy, peace, long-suffering, etc. Gal. 5. 22. It's true, the Spirit does not bring forth these Graces till After a man is regenerate, av dt n1 vvz, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr n1, n1, j, av np1 crd crd pn31|vbz j, dt n1 vdz xx vvi av d n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9874 but by working that Regeneration, which makes the soul to bring forth these fruits, and making the heart an honest heart, but by working that Regeneration, which makes the soul to bring forth these fruits, and making the heart an honest heart, cc-acp p-acp vvg d n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d n2, cc vvg dt n1 dt j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9875 and so a good ground to bring forth these seeds; the Spirit is a fruitful principle of all good in that man. and so a good ground to bring forth these seeds; the Spirit is a fruitful principle of all good in that man. cc av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av d n2; dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j p-acp d n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9876 Thus you see the Third Thing, viz. Wherein Regeneration consists. Thus you see the Third Thing, viz. Wherein Regeneration consists. av pn22 vvb dt ord n1, n1 c-crq n1 vvz. (10) treatise (DIV2) 857 Page 54
9877 Now the Fourth Thing is the Reasons of this Point, Why the Spirit of God doth work this work of Regeneration. Now the Fourth Thing is the Reasons of this Point, Why the Spirit of God does work this work of Regeneration. av dt ord n1 vbz dt n2 pp-f d n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi d n1 pp-f n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 858 Page 54
9878 The First Reason is, Because it is meerly according to the Will of God: The First Reason is, Because it is merely according to the Will of God: dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9879 Man hath no power at all, man hath no activity, it is meerly at the pleasure of God, Man hath no power At all, man hath no activity, it is merely At the pleasure of God, n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp d, n1 vhz dx n1, pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9880 whether he will do it or no; Jam. 1. 18. Of his own Will begat he us; whither he will do it or no; Jam. 1. 18. Of his own Will begat he us; cs pns31 vmb vdi pn31 cc uh-dx; np1 crd crd pp-f po31 d n1 vvd pns31 pno12; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9881 he only had an hand in it, he only did it, and it was meerly at his good Will and Pleasure, he might have chosen whether he would have done it or no; he only had an hand in it, he only did it, and it was merely At his good Will and Pleasure, he might have chosen whither he would have done it or no; pns31 av-j vhd dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 av-j vdd pn31, cc pn31 vbds av-j p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn cs pns31 vmd vhi vdn pn31 cc uh-dx; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9882 it is no fruit of our liberty, it is no brood of our breeding, it is meerly the free act of God in a man, Joh. 6. 44. No man cometh to me except the Father draweth him; it is no fruit of our liberty, it is no brood of our breeding, it is merely the free act of God in a man, John 6. 44. No man comes to me except the Father draws him; pn31 vbz dx n1 pp-f po12 n1, pn31 vbz dx n1 pp-f po12 n-vvg, pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd dx n1 vvz p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 vvz pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9883 There Christ sheweth it, this bringing of a man to be in Christ, it cannot be from any man, except the Father draw him; There christ shows it, this bringing of a man to be in christ, it cannot be from any man, except the Father draw him; a-acp np1 vvz pn31, d vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 vvb pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9884 except he send forth his heavenly Spirit, he can never come to Christ; except he send forth his heavenly Spirit, he can never come to christ; c-acp pns31 vvb av po31 j n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9885 all our sufficiency is from God, we cannot so much as think a good thought, we cannot renew our thoughts, we cannot renew our inclinations, all our sufficiency is from God, we cannot so much as think a good Thought, we cannot renew our thoughts, we cannot renew our inclinations, d po12 n1 vbz p-acp np1, pns12 vmbx av av-d c-acp vvb dt j n1, pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2, pns12 vmbx vvi po12 n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9886 or our wills, or our affections; we can do nothing of our selves, it is only his work; or our wills, or our affections; we can do nothing of our selves, it is only his work; cc po12 n2, cc po12 n2; pns12 vmb vdi pix pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vbz av-j png31 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9887 therefore seeing it is such a special work, it must be, only the Spirit of God that must work it; Therefore seeing it is such a special work, it must be, only the Spirit of God that must work it; av vvg pn31 vbz d dt j n1, pn31 vmb vbi, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vmb vvi pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9888 it is a glorious work, a supernatural work; it is a glorious work, a supernatural work; pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9889 this new Birth, is such a Birth as comes from above, Psal. 110 3. Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power, &c. saith the text, that is, all that are born of God, they are brought forth in the day of Gods power, in the day wherein God is pleased to put forth his power in them; this new Birth, is such a Birth as comes from above, Psalm 110 3. Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power, etc. Says the text, that is, all that Are born of God, they Are brought forth in the day of God's power, in the day wherein God is pleased to put forth his power in them; d j n1, vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvz p-acp a-acp, np1 crd crd po21 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, av vvz dt n1, cst vbz, d cst vbr vvn pp-f np1, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9890 therefore they are called the seed of Christ, Isa. 53. 10. They are his seed, but unless he begets them by his Spirit, they can never be so; Therefore they Are called the seed of christ, Isaiah 53. 10. They Are his seed, but unless he begets them by his Spirit, they can never be so; av pns32 vbr vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr po31 n1, p-acp cs pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb av-x vbi av; (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9891 Therefore if we consider the greatness of the work, it sheweth plainly, it must needs be the effect of the Will of God, Therefore if we Consider the greatness of the work, it shows plainly, it must needs be the Effect of the Will of God, av cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz av-j, pn31 vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9892 and his good Pleasure towards man, and therefore must be wrought by the Spirit. Secondly, Another Reason is, Because it is not a work of this world: and his good Pleasure towards man, and Therefore must be wrought by the Spirit. Secondly, another Reason is, Because it is not a work of this world: cc po31 j n1 p-acp n1, cc av vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. ord, j-jn vvb vbz, c-acp pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 859 Page 54
9893 It is a work of another world, it is none of the creatures of this life, it is beyond the sphere of the activity of any natural agent, they cannot reach it, Joh. 1. 13. Which were born not of the will of the flesh, It is a work of Another world, it is none of the creatures of this life, it is beyond the sphere of the activity of any natural agent, they cannot reach it, John 1. 13. Which were born not of the will of the Flesh, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pn31 vbz pix pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31, np1 crd crd q-crq vbdr vvn xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 54
9894 nor of bloud, &c. It is not of mans Will, he cannot so much as Will it, nor of blood, etc. It is not of men Will, he cannot so much as Will it, ccx pp-f n1, av pn31 vbz xx pp-f ng1 n1, pns31 vmbx av av-d c-acp vmb pn31, (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 54
9895 or Desire it effectually, he cannot wish it truly, nay, his heart had rather have the world; or Desire it effectually, he cannot wish it truly, nay, his heart had rather have the world; cc vvb pn31 av-j, pns31 vmbx vvi pn31 av-j, uh-x, po31 n1 vhd av-c vhi dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 54
9896 nay, saith he, It is not of the Will of the Flesh, that is, a man may go and beget another Child in the world, nay, Says he, It is not of the Will of the Flesh, that is, a man may go and beget Another Child in the world, uh-x, vvz pns31, pn31 vbz xx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 55
9897 because it is of the Will of the Flesh, it is in the power of the Will of the Flesh, Gods power going along with him, Because it is of the Will of the Flesh, it is in the power of the Will of the Flesh, God's power going along with him, c-acp pn31 vbz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ng1 n1 vvg a-acp p-acp pno31, (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 55
9898 but this is not so, whatsoever a man be, though he hath never so many excellent parts, it is not in the Will of the Flesh to do it: but this is not so, whatsoever a man be, though he hath never so many excellent parts, it is not in the Will of the Flesh to do it: cc-acp d vbz xx av, r-crq dt n1 vbi, cs pns31 vhz av av d j n2, pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 55
9899 Then again, it is not of Bloud, it is no terrene or earthly thing, this new creature is otherwise made, Then again, it is not of Blood, it is no terrene or earthly thing, this new creature is otherwise made, av av, pn31 vbz xx pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dx j cc j n1, d j n1 vbz av vvn, (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 55
9900 than any new creature in the world besides, therefore he concludes, it is only born of God, it is God only that is the great Author of this great work, it descends down meerly from above. than any new creature in the world beside, Therefore he concludes, it is only born of God, it is God only that is the great Author of this great work, it descends down merely from above. cs d j n1 p-acp dt n1 a-acp, av pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, pn31 vbz np1 av-j cst vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j n1, pn31 vvz a-acp av-j p-acp a-acp. (10) treatise (DIV2) 860 Page 55
9901 Thirdly, Because it is so far from being wrought by any power in man, or any counsel in man, Thirdly, Because it is so Far from being wrought by any power in man, or any counsel in man, ord, c-acp pn31 vbz av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc d n1 p-acp n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9902 or any endeavours in man, it is so far from that, as that a man is totally against it; or any endeavours in man, it is so Far from that, as that a man is totally against it; cc d n2 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av av-j p-acp d, c-acp cst dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9903 A man is an enemy unto it, a man hath reluctancy and repugnancy against it, he would not be regenerate; A man is an enemy unto it, a man hath reluctancy and repugnancy against it, he would not be regenerate; dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31, dt n1 vhz n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, pns31 vmd xx vbi vvn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9904 when a man doth think he desires heaven, and to be regenerated of God, he doth apprehend Regeneration in a wrong way, when a man does think he Desires heaven, and to be regenerated of God, he does apprehend Regeneration in a wrong Way, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi pns31 vvz n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt n-jn n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9905 and heaven in a wrong way, so as he apprehends it, he doth Will it; he thinks of heaven as of a fine place, and a place full of pleasure, and therefore desires it; and heaven in a wrong Way, so as he apprehends it, he does Will it; he thinks of heaven as of a fine place, and a place full of pleasure, and Therefore Desires it; cc n1 p-acp dt n-jn n1, av c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, pns31 vdz vvi pn31; pns31 vvz pp-f n1 c-acp pp-f dt j n1, cc dt n1 j pp-f n1, cc av vvz pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9906 but that he should alwayes be with God, that he should alwayes be praysing and thinking of God, but that he should always be with God, that he should always be praising and thinking of God, cc-acp cst pns31 vmd av vbi p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd av vbi vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9907 and minding of God, and have his heart weaned from all other things, and set it on God, this is heaven, and minding of God, and have his heart weaned from all other things, and Set it on God, this is heaven, cc vvg pp-f np1, cc vhb po31 n1 vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, cc vvd pn31 p-acp np1, d vbz n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9908 but he hates these things, and so hates heaven, so he Wills that which he apprehends to be Regeneration; but he hates these things, and so hates heaven, so he Wills that which he apprehends to be Regeneration; cc-acp pns31 vvz d n2, cc av vvz n1, av pns31 vvz cst r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9909 but Regeneration, is when a man hath a new heart, and when he is a new-man: but Regeneration, is when a man hath a new heart, and when he is a New man: cc-acp n1, vbz c-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1, cc c-crq pns31 vbz dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9910 he was wordly before, but he is now brought to be spiritual, he was proud before, he was wordly before, but he is now brought to be spiritual, he was proud before, pns31 vbds j a-acp, cc-acp pns31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi j, pns31 vbds j a-acp, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9911 but he is now come to be humble, but the heart cannot abide this, therefore let the Lord fling in abundance of throws into a natural mans heart, to begin some preparatory work this way, to make a man begin to look out towards heaven, he flings all away, he is weary of them quickly; but he is now come to be humble, but the heart cannot abide this, Therefore let the Lord fling in abundance of throws into a natural men heart, to begin Some preparatory work this Way, to make a man begin to look out towards heaven, he flings all away, he is weary of them quickly; cc-acp pns31 vbz av vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp dt n1 vmbx vvi d, av vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1, pns31 vvz d av, pns31 vbz j pp-f pno32 av-j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9912 as a man at a Sermon, perhaps may have throws concerning the new Birth, but the corruption of his heart will throw all way, he cannot endure them, they are contrary to the corruption of a mans nature; as a man At a Sermon, perhaps may have throws Concerning the new Birth, but the corruption of his heart will throw all Way, he cannot endure them, they Are contrary to the corruption of a men nature; c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av vmb vhi n2 vvg dt j n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi d n1, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32, pns32 vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9913 nay, when God comes to work upon his own people, what a deal of pleading is there with the world, the flesh, nay, when God comes to work upon his own people, what a deal of pleading is there with the world, the Flesh, uh-x, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9914 and the Divel, that they may not be cast out: and the devil, that they may not be cast out: cc dt n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn av: (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9915 Therefore when Peter saw that through the grace and power of God, this work was wrought in those he wrote unto, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Mark how he speaks, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again to a lively hope, by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead: Therefore when Peter saw that through the grace and power of God, this work was wrought in those he wrote unto, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Mark how he speaks, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, which according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again to a lively hope, by the resurrection of jesus christ from the dead: av c-crq np1 vvd cst p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, d n1 vbds vvn p-acp d pns31 vvd p-acp, crd np1 crd crd n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, vvn vbb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, r-crq vvg p-acp po31 j n1, vhz vvn pno12 av p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9916 He lifts up his hands to heaven, and blesseth God that ever this work was wrought; He lifts up his hands to heaven, and Blesses God that ever this work was wrought; pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvz np1 cst av d n1 vbds vvn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9917 he saw so much adoe, and such a stir, and such a deal of opposition; he saw so much ado, and such a stir, and such a deal of opposition; pns31 vvd av d n1, cc d dt n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9918 this is a plain sign that it is not of man, it is not of him that willeth, this is a plain Signen that it is not of man, it is not of him that wills, d vbz dt j n1 cst pn31 vbz xx pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx pp-f pno31 cst vvz, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9919 nor of him that runneth, but of God which sheweth mercy, Rom. 9. 16. Neither can man Will, nor of him that Runneth, but of God which shows mercy, Rom. 9. 16. Neither can man Will, ccx pp-f pno31 cst vvz, cc-acp pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, np1 crd crd av-d vmb n1 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9920 neither can he run, neither go, nor stir towards it; nay, though God make him go, how apt is •e to laggar in the way, neither can he run, neither go, nor stir towards it; nay, though God make him go, how apt is •e to laggar in the Way, dx vmb pns31 vvi, av-dx vvb, ccx vvi p-acp pn31; uh-x, cs np1 vvb pno31 vvi, c-crq j vbz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9921 and draw back again? So you see the Fourth Thing, Why it must needs be the Spirits Work. and draw back again? So you see the Fourth Thing, Why it must needs be the Spirits Work. cc vvi av av? av pn22 vvb dt ord n1, c-crq pn31 vmb av vbi dt n2 vvb. (10) treatise (DIV2) 861 Page 55
9922 The Fifth Thing is, How the Spirit of God works this Work. It is after an unspeakable manner: The Fifth Thing is, How the Spirit of God works this Work. It is After an unspeakable manner: dt ord n1 vbz, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n1. pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 862 Page 55
9923 Who can declare the noble acts of the Lord? The works of God in Nature are marvellous. Who can declare the noble acts of the Lord? The works of God in Nature Are marvellous. r-crq vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1? dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbr j. (10) treatise (DIV2) 862 Page 55
9924 David himself, when he looked upon his natural Birth, the Conception of him in the Womb of his Mother, he wondered at it, Psal. 139. 14. That was a wonderful work, David himself, when he looked upon his natural Birth, the Conception of him in the Womb of his Mother, he wondered At it, Psalm 139. 14. That was a wondered work, np1 px31, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1, dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, np1 crd crd cst vbds dt j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 862 Page 55
9925 how much more is this unspeakable, and unutterable? As it is said of our Saviour Christ, Who can declare his generations? So may I say in a lower sense, of this Work, Who can declare this Regeneration of his people? But yet thus far the Scripture doth authorize, and warrant us to go. how much more is this unspeakable, and unutterable? As it is said of our Saviour christ, Who can declare his generations? So may I say in a lower sense, of this Work, Who can declare this Regeneration of his people? But yet thus Far the Scripture does authorise, and warrant us to go. c-crq d dc vbz d j, cc j? p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f po12 n1 np1, r-crq vmb vvi po31 n2? av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt jc n1, pp-f d n1, r-crq vmb vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1? p-acp av av av-j dt n1 vdz vvi, cc vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi. (10) treatise (DIV2) 862 Page 55
9926 First, That he doth it by the word of Life; First, That he does it by the word of Life; ord, cst pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9927 By the Gospel of Salvation, by the Preaching of it, or otherwise according as he pleaseth, that is the immortal seed, 1 Pet. 1. 23. Being born again, not of corruptible seed, By the Gospel of Salvation, by the Preaching of it, or otherwise according as he Pleases, that is the immortal seed, 1 Pet. 1. 23. Being born again, not of corruptible seed, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, cc av vvg c-acp pns31 vvz, cst vbz dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd vbg vvn av, xx pp-f j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9928 but of incorruptible, by the word of God, &c. And as Paul saith to the Cori•thians, Though you have ten thousand and instructers, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, etc. And as Paul Says to the Cori•thians, Though you have ten thousand and instructers, cc-acp pp-f j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av cc p-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt njp2, cs pn22 vhb crd crd cc n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9929 yet you have not many Fathers, for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the Gospel, 1 Cor. 4. 15. As who should say, You are begotten and born again, yet you have not many Father's, for in christ jesus I have begotten you through the Gospel, 1 Cor. 4. 15. As who should say, You Are begotten and born again, av pn22 vhb xx d n2, c-acp p-acp np1 np1 pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd crd p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn22 vbr vvn cc vvn av, (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9930 and you are born again by the Word, and I was an instrument under God of your new Birth, by the Word which I have Preached among you; and you Are born again by the Word, and I was an Instrument under God of your new Birth, by the Word which I have Preached among you; cc pn22 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc pns11 vbds dt n1 p-acp np1 pp-f po22 j n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22; (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9931 and therefore, 1 Tim. 1. 2. he calls Timothy, His own Son; So Tit. 1. 4. he calls him, His Son in the Faith: and Therefore, 1 Tim. 1. 2. he calls Timothy, His own Son; So Tit. 1. 4. he calls him, His Son in the Faith: cc av, crd np1 crd crd pns31 vvz np1, po31 d n1; av np1 crd crd pns31 vvz pno31, po31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9932 that is, he was an instrumental Father under God, by the Doctrine of Faith, to bring him to be a Child of God: that is, he was an instrumental Father under God, by the Doctrine of Faith, to bring him to be a Child of God: cst vbz, pns31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9933 So that I say it is done by the Word, Of his own Will hath he begotten 〈 ◊ 〉 by the Word of truth, Jam. 1. 18. The Spirit of the Lord sanctifies the Word when he is pleased to convert a man, the Word shall shew him what a miserable creature he is by nature; So that I say it is done by the Word, Of his own Will hath he begotten 〈 ◊ 〉 by the Word of truth, Jam. 1. 18. The Spirit of the Lord Sanctifies the Word when he is pleased to convert a man, the Word shall show him what a miserable creature he is by nature; av cst pns11 vvb pn31 vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, pp-f po31 d n1 vhz pns31 vvn 〈 sy 〉 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 r-crq dt j n1 pns31 vbz p-acp n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9934 it sheweth him that flesh and bloud cannot enter into the kingdom of God; it shows him that Flesh and blood cannot enter into the Kingdom of God; pn31 vvz pno31 cst n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9935 it sheweth him that he is utterly forlorn in himself, and past all recovery, and shews him where life is to be had: it shows him that he is utterly forlorn in himself, and passed all recovery, and shows him where life is to be had: pn31 vvz pno31 cst pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp px31, cc p-acp d n1, cc vvz pno31 c-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vhn: (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9936 namely, in Jesus Christ, discovering his worth, and excellency, and necessity, and that all Grace and good is in him, namely, in jesus christ, discovering his worth, and excellency, and necessity, and that all Grace and good is in him, av, p-acp np1 np1, vvg po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc cst d n1 cc j vbz p-acp pno31, (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9937 and shews him the freedom of this gracious offer: and shows him the freedom of this gracious offer: cc vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9938 Thus the Spirit of God, when he propounds the Word to the soul, holds it before the eyes and conscience, Thus the Spirit of God, when he propounds the Word to the soul, holds it before the eyes and conscience, av dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz pn31 p-acp dt n2 cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9939 and sanctifies it, and puts a power into it, to enter deep into the soul, that it may Conceive in the soul. and Sanctifies it, and puts a power into it, to enter deep into the soul, that it may Conceive in the soul. cc vvz pn31, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmb vvb p-acp dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 863 Page 56
9940 Secondly, The Lord doth it by an unspeakable working: There is a Divine work which the Lord worketh; Secondly, The Lord does it by an unspeakable working: There is a Divine work which the Lord works; ord, dt n1 vdz pn31 p-acp dt j n-vvg: pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz; (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9941 The spirit comes into the soul after the manner of water; The Spirit comes into the soul After the manner of water; dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9942 as Christ saith, Joh. 3. Except a man be born again of water and the holy Ghost, &c. that is, as christ Says, John 3. Except a man be born again of water and the holy Ghost, etc. that is, c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd j dt n1 vbi vvn av pp-f n1 cc dt j n1, av cst vbz, (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9943 unless he be born of the Spirit, which worketh in the spirit of a man, as water doth in working upon a •oul thing. unless he be born of the Spirit, which works in the Spirit of a man, as water does in working upon a •oul thing. cs pns31 vbb vvn pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp n1 vdz p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9944 Now what this working is we cannot tell; but we can tell you the effects of it: Now what this working is we cannot tell; but we can tell you the effects of it: av q-crq d vvg vbz po12 vmbx vvi; cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pn22 dt n2 pp-f pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9945 whereas the soul was rotten and naught before, and impotent to all good; now it begins to have a better disposition and a new power: whereas the soul was rotten and nought before, and impotent to all good; now it begins to have a better disposition and a new power: cs dt n1 vbds vvn cc pix p-acp, cc j p-acp d j; av pn31 vvz pc-acp vhi dt jc n1 cc dt j n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9946 And whereas it did savour of the things of this life before, now it savours of the things that are above: And whereas it did savour of the things of this life before, now it savours of the things that Are above: cc cs pn31 vdd vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1 a-acp, av pn31 vvz pp-f dt n2 cst vbr p-acp: (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9947 but this is a secret kind of working in the soul, therefore it is called the washing, and the la•er of it: but this is a secret kind of working in the soul, Therefore it is called the washing, and the la•er of it: cc-acp d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vbz vvn dt n-vvg, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9948 And the Apostle speaking of the Corinthians, what miserable creatures they were before Regeneration, he nameth Drunkards, Idolaters, Adulterers, &c. and all manner of filthy persons, Such were some of you (saith he) before your Regeneration, but now you are washed, And the Apostle speaking of the Corinthians, what miserable creatures they were before Regeneration, he names Drunkards, Idolaters, Adulterers, etc. and all manner of filthy Persons, Such were Some of you (Says he) before your Regeneration, but now you Are washed, cc dt n1 vvg pp-f dt njp2, r-crq j n2 pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, pns31 vvz n2, n2, n2, av cc d n1 pp-f j n2, d vbdr d pp-f pn22 (vvz pns31) p-acp po22 n1, cc-acp av pn22 vbr vvn, (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9949 and justified, and sanctified in the Name of Christ, 1 Cor. 6. 11. That same washing there, he means by that you are Regenerated; and justified, and sanctified in the Name of christ, 1 Cor. 6. 11. That same washing there, he means by that you Are Regenerated; cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd crd cst d vvg a-acp, pns31 vvz p-acp cst pn22 vbr vvn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9950 so that Regeneration, it is a supernatural, an unspeakable kind of washing of the soul by the holy Ghost, whereby the soul hath its Corruption washed from it in part, so that Regeneration, it is a supernatural, an unspeakable kind of washing of the soul by the holy Ghost, whereby the soul hath its Corruption washed from it in part, av d n1, pn31 vbz dt j, dt j n1 pp-f vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vhz po31 n1 vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9951 and made clean in pa•• and way made for all the Graces of Gods Spirit to come in now, and made clean in pa•• and Way made for all the Graces of God's Spirit to come in now, cc vvd av-j p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av, (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9952 and all the fruits of the spirit to be brought forth: and all the fruits of the Spirit to be brought forth: cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av: (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9953 Thus the Spirit of God works this work, he works it in an ineffable manner by the word of Life, Thus the Spirit of God works this work, he works it in an ineffable manner by the word of Life, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9954 and by a secret kind of washing. I come now to the Application of this Point: and by a secret kind of washing. I come now to the Application of this Point: cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 864 Page 56
9955 And first of all, If the Spirit of God be the Regenerater of Gods people; then we may here see the errour of the Papists, Pelagians, and others; And First of all, If the Spirit of God be the regenerator of God's people; then we may Here see the error of the Papists, Pelagians, and Others; cc ord pp-f d, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; cs pns12 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, njp2, cc n2-jn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 56
9956 That set up the Will of man, and put any activity in the Reason, and Judgement, That Set up the Will of man, and put any activity in the Reason, and Judgement, cst vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 56
9957 and Wisdom, and Election of man; This Doctrine of theirs is un•ound, and contrary to the working of Gods holy spirit: and Wisdom, and Election of man; This Doctrine of theirs is un•ound, and contrary to the working of God's holy Spirit: cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; d n1 pp-f png32 vbz vvn, cc j-jn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 j n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 56
9958 If it be such a work as God sends his own Spirit to do it; If it be such a work as God sends his own Spirit to do it; cs pn31 vbb d dt n1 c-acp np1 vvz po31 d n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 56
9959 What man can do it? It is called Regeneration, and this shews it is not of man: What man can do it? It is called Regeneration, and this shows it is not of man: q-crq n1 vmb vdi pn31? pn31 vbz vvn n1, cc d vvz pn31 vbz xx pp-f n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 57
9960 who is able to beget himself, and shape himself in the womb, and dispose of his own body in the belly? Nay more, Can any man beget himself again? The very name of Again, shews that it is a work only of God, none but he can do it; who is able to beget himself, and shape himself in the womb, and dispose of his own body in the belly? Nay more, Can any man beget himself again? The very name of Again, shows that it is a work only of God, none but he can do it; r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi px31, cc n1 px31 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1? uh-x av-dc, vmb d n1 vvi px31 av? dt j n1 pp-f av, vvz cst pn31 vbz dt n1 av-j pp-f np1, pix cc-acp pns31 vmb vdi pn31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 57
9961 and we see it plainly, it is wrought no where, but where God himself doth it, and we see it plainly, it is wrought no where, but where God himself does it, cc pns12 vvb pn31 av-j, pn31 vbz vvn dx c-crq, cc-acp c-crq np1 px31 vdz pn31, (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 57
9962 and they that have it are able to speak it, that they did not chuse God, but God chose them; and they that have it Are able to speak it, that they did not choose God, but God chosen them; cc pns32 cst vhb pn31 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31, cst pns32 vdd xx vvi np1, cc-acp np1 vvd pno32; (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 57
9963 I was found of them that sought me not; I was found of them that sought me not; pns11 vbds vvn pp-f pno32 cst vvd pno11 xx; (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 57
9964 all the souls of his people will subscribe, That it was not in them that willed, all the Souls of his people will subscribe, That it was not in them that willed, d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vvi, cst pn31 vbds xx p-acp pno32 cst vvd, (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 57
9965 or in them that ran, but in God that shewed mercy: It is God only that is the Author of this thing, and none but he. or in them that ran, but in God that showed mercy: It is God only that is the Author of this thing, and none but he. cc p-acp pno32 cst vvd, cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvd n1: pn31 vbz np1 av-j cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pix cc-acp pns31. (10) treatise (DIV2) 865 Page 57
9966 Secondly, Again, This should teach us to consider that we have alwayes need of the Spirit of God: Secondly, Again, This should teach us to Consider that we have always need of the Spirit of God: ord, av, d vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vhb av n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9967 If the Spirit of God hath begotten us again, then we have alwayes need of him; If the Spirit of God hath begotten us again, then we have always need of him; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno12 av, cs pns12 vhb av n1 pp-f pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9968 it is not in this as in the first Birth; when the Child is born, though the Father be gone, the Child may subsist; it is not in this as in the First Birth; when the Child is born, though the Father be gone, the Child may subsist; pn31 vbz xx p-acp d c-acp p-acp dt ord n1; c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cs dt n1 vbb vvn, dt n1 vmb vvi; (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9969 but it is not so here: but it is not so Here: cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av av: (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9970 but the Spirit of God as he begets a man, so he is fain alwayes to stand by him and bear him up, but the Spirit of God as he begets a man, so he is fain always to stand by him and bear him up, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1, av pns31 vbz av-j av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi pno31 a-acp, (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9971 and give him supplies of Grace from day to day: and give him supplies of Grace from day to day: cc vvb pno31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9972 As it is with the Air, the Sun doth not only enlighten it, but it doth every moment give light to it: As it is with the Air, the Sun does not only enlighten it, but it does every moment give Light to it: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi pn31, cc-acp pn31 vdz d n1 vvb n1 p-acp pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9973 for suppose the Sun should shine four or five hours in the day, yet if the Sun should with-hold its light, the Air would be dark presently; for suppose the Sun should shine four or five hours in the day, yet if the Sun should withhold its Light, the Air would be dark presently; p-acp vvi dt n1 vmd vvi crd cc crd n2 p-acp dt n1, av cs dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n1, dt n1 vmd vbi j av-j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9974 it is not as it is with Fire, let a man heat the water, though he take away the Fire, the water will keep its heat a while after; it is not as it is with Fire, let a man heat the water, though he take away the Fire, the water will keep its heat a while After; pn31 vbz xx c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 n1 dt n1, cs pns31 vvb av dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 dt n1 a-acp; (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9975 but do but with-hold the light of the Sun, and all is gone in the same moment; but do but withhold the Light of the Sun, and all is gone in the same moment; cc-acp vdb cc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d vbz vvn p-acp dt d n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9976 so it is with this new Creature and the Spirit of God, he doth dwell in the soul, so it is with this new Creature and the Spirit of God, he does dwell in the soul, av pn31 vbz p-acp d j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9977 as the Sun in the Air; his presence warms the soul, and quickens the soul, and inables a man to good, as the Sun in the Air; his presence warms the soul, and quickens the soul, and inables a man to good, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; po31 n1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9978 and gives a principle of life, and enables to all actions that are good; and gives a principle of life, and enables to all actions that Are good; cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp d n2 cst vbr j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9979 therefore how should all Gods people carry themselves towards this Spirit? They should have a care that they quench him not, Therefore how should all God's people carry themselves towards this Spirit? They should have a care that they quench him not, av q-crq vmd d npg1 n1 vvb px32 p-acp d n1? pns32 vmd vhi dt n1 cst pns32 vvb pno31 xx, (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9980 nor go against him in any particular. nor go against him in any particular. ccx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp d j. (10) treatise (DIV2) 866 Page 57
9981 The Third Ʋse is for all Gods people, in whom God hath wrought this blessed work; The Third Ʋse is for all God's people, in whom God hath wrought this blessed work; dt ord vvd vbz p-acp d ng1 n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn d vvn n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9982 the Spirit of God hath regenerated and begotten them again. the Spirit of God hath regenerated and begotten them again. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn cc vvn pno32 av. (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9983 I say to all such persons, Let them endear this Spirit of God, let them not grieve, I say to all such Persons, Let them endear this Spirit of God, let them not grieve, pns11 vvb p-acp d d n2, vvb pno32 vvi d n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno32 xx vvi, (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9984 or offend, or displease him, seeing he is such a gracious worker in them: or offend, or displease him, seeing he is such a gracious worker in them: cc vvi, cc vvi pno31, vvg pns31 vbz d dt j n1 p-acp pno32: (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9985 Ephes. 1. 13. The Apostle makes this very Inference, in whom after ye believed ye were sealed by the holy Spirit of Promise: Ephesians 1. 13. The Apostle makes this very Inference, in whom After you believed you were sealed by the holy Spirit of Promise: np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz d j n1, p-acp ro-crq p-acp pn22 vvd pn22 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9986 that is, whereby you were Regenerated; that is, whereby you were Regenerated; cst vbz, c-crq pn22 vbdr vvn; (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9987 Regeneration is the first seal of the Spirit, whereby he seals Gods good will to a man. Regeneration is the First seal of the Spirit, whereby he Seals God's good will to a man. n1 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz n2 j n1 p-acp dt n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9988 Now, hath the Spirit of God sealed you? Then do not grieve him, nor cause him to take any indignation against you; Now, hath the Spirit of God sealed you? Then do not grieve him, nor cause him to take any Indignation against you; av, vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pn22? av vdb xx vvi pno31, ccx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn22; (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9989 for though he will never depart from them, whom he hath made new Creatures, yet notwithstanding he may hide his face for a time if we displease him. for though he will never depart from them, whom he hath made new Creatures, yet notwithstanding he may hide his face for a time if we displease him. c-acp cs pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno32, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn j n2, av c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cs pns12 vvi pno31. (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9990 Yea, Consider, Will any natural Child willingly displease his loving Father? The Spirit of God is our Father, Yea, Consider, Will any natural Child willingly displease his loving Father? The Spirit of God is our Father, uh, vvb, vmb d j n1 av-j vvi po31 j-vvg n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po12 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9991 therefore we should have respect to him. Therefore we should have respect to him. av pns12 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno31. (10) treatise (DIV2) 867 Page 57
9992 Again, This should be a Motive to Gods people, to be willing to do any thing for God; because he hath made them, as David saith, Psal. 100. 3. This very Consideration, That God hath made us, and re-made us, he hath done that for us that all our own wits could never have done, that the whole world hath not the like (the Lord gener-ally lets the whole World sink in ruine and damnation) should be a Motive to you, to be willing to serve him gladly, Again, This should be a Motive to God's people, to be willing to do any thing for God; Because he hath made them, as David Says, Psalm 100. 3. This very Consideration, That God hath made us, and remade us, he hath done that for us that all our own wits could never have done, that the Whole world hath not the like (the Lord gener-ally lets the Whole World sink in ruin and damnation) should be a Motive to you, to be willing to serve him gladly, av, d vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp np1; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32, p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd d j n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pno12, cc vvn pno12, pns31 vhz vdn d p-acp pno12 d d po12 d n2 vmd av-x vhi vdn, cst dt j-jn n1 vhz xx dt j (dt n1 n1 vvz dt j-jn n1 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1) vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 868 Page 57
9993 and to call upon his Name, to be ready prest to execute any of his Commands, to enter into his presence upon all occasions, seeing it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves. To them that are Ʋnregenerated: and to call upon his Name, to be ready pressed to execute any of his Commands, to enter into his presence upon all occasions, seeing it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves. To them that Are Ʋnregenerated: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi j vvn pc-acp vvi d pp-f png31 vvz, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2, vvg pn31 vbz pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12, cc xx pns12 px12. p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn: (10) treatise (DIV2) 868 Page 57
9994 Here we see where to have Regeneration; it is only in God, and in the Spirit of God, to renew a man, Here we see where to have Regeneration; it is only in God, and in the Spirit of God, to renew a man, av pns12 vvb c-crq pc-acp vhi n1; pn31 vbz av-j p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 57
9995 and make a man up again: and make a man up again: cc vvb dt n1 a-acp av: (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
9996 As David prayed when he had the Spirit, Lord, take not thy holy Spirit from me. As David prayed when he had the Spirit, Lord, take not thy holy Spirit from me. c-acp np1 vvd c-crq pns31 vhd dt n1, n1, vvb xx po21 j n1 p-acp pno11. (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
9997 Psal. 51. 11. So when a man hath not the Spirit of God, he should pray to God, Lord, Give thy holy Spirit to me, Psalm 51. 11. So when a man hath not the Spirit of God, he should pray to God, Lord, Give thy holy Spirit to me, np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1, n1, vvb po21 j n1 p-acp pno11, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
9998 and send down thy holy Spirit into my heart, that may work this work in me. and send down thy holy Spirit into my heart, that may work this work in me. cc vvb a-acp po21 j n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno11. (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
9999 But it may be many of you will think that you expect this, and desire it, But it may be many of you will think that you expect this, and desire it, p-acp pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f pn22 vmb vvi cst pn22 vvb d, cc vvb pn31, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10000 and wish it, and use some means. and wish it, and use Some means. cc vvb pn31, cc vvi d n2. (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10001 I Answer, Then shew it by thy coming unto God for it, from day to day; I Answer, Then show it by thy coming unto God for it, from day to day; pns11 vvb, av vvb pn31 p-acp po21 n-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10002 will any man say, That Noah did expect that God should deliver him from the Deluge, will any man say, That Noah did expect that God should deliver him from the Deluge, vmb d n1 vvi, cst np1 vdd vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10003 if he had not took that course which God appointed? If he had not built an Ark, certainly we may justly say, That he did not look that God would deliver him. if he had not took that course which God appointed? If he had not built an Ark, Certainly we may justly say, That he did not look that God would deliver him. cs pns31 vhd xx vvd cst n1 r-crq np1 vvn? cs pns31 vhd xx vvn dt n1, av-j pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst pns31 vdd xx vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno31. (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10004 Therefore it is said of Noah, That as he did expect that God should keep him; Therefore it is said of Noah, That as he did expect that God should keep him; av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst a-acp pns31 vdd vvi cst np1 vmd vvi pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10005 so being warned of God, he built an Ark, &c. Heb. 11. 7. So when a man shall say, That he looks that God should deliver him from his natural estate and condition, that God should renew him by his Grace and goodness, so being warned of God, he built an Ark, etc. Hebrew 11. 7. So when a man shall say, That he looks that God should deliver him from his natural estate and condition, that God should renew him by his Grace and Goodness, av vbg vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vvd dt n1, av np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, cst pns31 vvz cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, cst np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10006 yet if a man will not prepare an Ark: yet if a man will not prepare an Ark: av cs dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10007 if when a man is Commanded and directed by God what to do, yet he will not come to God, to do that which should be done for him, these men do but deceive their own souls, if when a man is Commanded and directed by God what to do, yet he will not come to God, to do that which should be done for him, these men do but deceive their own Souls, cs c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 r-crq pc-acp vdi, av pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vdi d r-crq vmd vbi vdn p-acp pno31, d n2 vdb p-acp vvi po32 d n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10008 and treasure up indignation against themselves. and treasure up Indignation against themselves. cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp px32. (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10009 I remember the story of Moses, Exod. 14. when the Children of Israel were in Pi•hahiroth, and the Egyptians were behind them, I Remember the story of Moses, Exod 14. when the Children of Israel were in Pi•hahiroth, and the egyptians were behind them, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp n1, cc dt njp2 vbdr p-acp pno32, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10010 and the Mountains were on the side that they could not pass, and the Sea was before them, and the Mountains were on the side that they could not pass, and the Sea was before them, cc dt n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmd xx vvi, cc dt n1 vbds p-acp pno32, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10011 and there was notable crying out, Oh! that God would deliver them, now they were dead men, the Egyptians were come out to destroy them, the Mountains were on the side, and the Sea before them: and there was notable crying out, Oh! that God would deliver them, now they were dead men, the egyptians were come out to destroy them, the Mountains were on the side, and the Sea before them: cc a-acp vbds j vvg av, uh cst np1 vmd vvi pno32, av pns32 vbdr j n2, dt njp2 vbdr vvn av pc-acp vvi pno32, dt n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pno32: (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10012 Now mark what an Answer God gives to their cry; Now mark what an Answer God gives to their cry; av vvb r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp po32 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10013 cause the people to go forward, you keep a crying to me, I pray go forward, you are not yet at the red sea, cause the people to go forward, you keep a crying to me, I pray go forward, you Are not yet At the read sea, vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, pn22 vvb dt vvg p-acp pno11, pns11 vvb vvi av-j, pn22 vbr xx av p-acp dt j-jn n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10014 but go to the red sea, and when you are there, then cry to me; you are idleing, and lazing, and mistrusting me; but go to the read sea, and when you Are there, then cry to me; you Are idling, and lazing, and mistrusting me; cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc c-crq pn22 vbr a-acp, av vvb p-acp pno11; pn22 vbr vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pno11; (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10015 though the red Sea be before them, yet cause them to come thither, and when they are there, though the read Sea be before them, yet cause them to come thither, and when they Are there, cs dt j-jn n1 vbb p-acp pno32, av vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi av, cc c-crq pns32 vbr a-acp, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10016 then cry for help to me: then cry for help to me: av vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno11: (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10017 So thou sayest thou desirest that God would Regenerate thee, and quicken thee, and turn thy heart, So thou Sayest thou Desirest that God would Regenerate thee, and quicken thee, and turn thy heart, av pns21 vv2 pns21 vv2 cst np1 vmd vvn pno21, cc vvb pno21, cc vvb po21 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10018 and vouchsafe thee his holy Spirit: do you so? I say it is very well, the thing is very good, and vouchsafe thee his holy Spirit: do you so? I say it is very well, the thing is very good, cc vvb pno21 po31 j n1: vdb pn22 av? pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av av, dt n1 vbz av j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10019 but if the desire be sincere, you will take that course Gods bids you: but if the desire be sincere, you will take that course God's bids you: cc-acp cs dt n1 vbb j, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 n2 vvz pn22: (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10020 art thou come to the utmost difficulty? Are not many things to be done which thou refusest to do? Must thou not seek God more, art thou come to the utmost difficulty? are not many things to be done which thou refusest to do? Must thou not seek God more, n1 pns21 vvn p-acp dt j n1? vbr xx d n2 pc-acp vbi vdn r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp vdi? vmb pns21 xx vvi np1 av-dc, (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10021 and more carefully? Go forward, go forward, if thou meanest to have help and aid from God, otherwise it is in vain: and more carefully? Go forward, go forward, if thou Meanest to have help and aid from God, otherwise it is in vain: cc av-dc av-j? vvb av-j, vvb av-j, cs pns21 vv2 pc-acp vhi n1 cc vvi p-acp np1, av pn31 vbz p-acp j: (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10022 if thou wouldst go on in the wayes of God, and do what God Commands thee, thou shouldst be quickened and renewed. if thou Wouldst go on in the ways of God, and do what God Commands thee, thou Shouldst be quickened and renewed. cs pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vdb r-crq np1 vvz pno21, pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn cc vvn. (10) treatise (DIV2) 869 Page 58
10023 Fourthly, Another Ʋse is for Examination: Fourthly, another Ʋse is for Examination: ord, j-jn vvb vbz p-acp n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10024 To examine our selves whether the Word of God hath wrought this for us, yea or no. To examine our selves whither the Word of God hath wrought this for us, yea or no. pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn d p-acp pno12, uh cc uh-dx. (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10025 And the first sign is this, If thou beest born again, if thou hast this new Nature, And the First Signen is this, If thou Best born again, if thou hast this new Nature, cc dt ord n1 vbz d, cs pns21 vb2s vvn av, cs pns21 vh2 d j n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10026 then it is natural to thee to do good duties, to follow good courses, and to yield obedience to the commandements of God; then it is natural to thee to do good duties, to follow good courses, and to yield Obedience to the Commandments of God; cs pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vdi j n2, pc-acp vvi j n2, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10027 it is not enough for a man to do good duties: it is not enough for a man to do good duties: pn31 vbz xx av-d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi j n2: (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10028 a natural man, an unregenerate man may do them, but whether is it natural to thee? A proud man may do the actions of humility, a proud man may pull off his Hat, a natural man, an unregenerate man may do them, but whither is it natural to thee? A proud man may do the actions of humility, a proud man may pull off his Hat, dt j n1, dt j n1 vmb vdi pno32, cc-acp cs vbz pn31 j p-acp pno21? dt j n1 vmb vdi dt n2 pp-f n1, dt j n1 vmb vvi a-acp po31 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10029 and give the time of the day, and speak meanly of himself; and give the time of the day, and speak meanly of himself; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi av-j pp-f px31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10030 a proud man may suffer another to do him wrong, and put up base language, he may do these things, a proud man may suffer Another to do him wrong, and put up base language, he may do these things, dt j n1 vmb vvi j-jn pc-acp vdi pno31 n-jn, cc vvd a-acp j n1, pns31 vmb vdi d n2, (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10031 but the man is a proud man still, he hath no humble nature; but the man is a proud man still, he hath no humble nature; cc-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1 av, pns31 vhz dx j n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10032 but the question is, whether it be thy nature to do this? May be thou dost these things for fear, or some by-respects: but the question is, whither it be thy nature to do this? May be thou dost these things for Fear, or Some by-respects: cc-acp dt n1 vbz, cs pn31 vbb po21 n1 pc-acp vdi d? vmb vbi pns21 vd2 d n2 p-acp n1, cc d n2: (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10033 A worldly man may speak of heavenly things, but is thy nature heavenly? A man may think of God, A worldly man may speak of heavenly things, but is thy nature heavenly? A man may think of God, dt j n1 vmb vvi pp-f j n2, cc-acp vbz po21 n1 j? dt n1 vmb vvi pp-f np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 58
10034 but is thy nature godly? Here is the thing, If a man be regenerate, there is Grace got into a mans Nature, Jer. 31. 33. When God Regenerates his people, he saith, He will write his laws in their inward parts; but is thy nature godly? Here is the thing, If a man be regenerate, there is Grace god into a men Nature, Jer. 31. 33. When God Regenerates his people, he Says, He will write his laws in their inward parts; cc-acp vbz po21 n1 j? av vbz dt n1, cs dt n1 vbi vvn, pc-acp vbz n1 vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vvz, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp po32 j n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10035 he doth not only say they shall do these duties, but their very hearts shall carry them, their very hearts shall go to a Sermon, their very souls shall go about the duties of God; he does not only say they shall do these duties, but their very hearts shall carry them, their very hearts shall go to a Sermon, their very Souls shall go about the duties of God; pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi pns32 vmb vdi d n2, cc-acp po32 j n2 vmb vvi pno32, po32 j n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, po32 j n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10036 as it is with the fire, water may heat, but not by nature; but it is the nature of fire to heat: as it is with the fire, water may heat, but not by nature; but it is the nature of fire to heat: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb vvi, cc-acp xx p-acp n1; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10037 So if a man be Regenerate, it is natural to him to do good duties, Rom. 2. 14. A man by nature may do the things commanded in the Law: So if a man be Regenerate, it is natural to him to do good duties, Rom. 2. 14. A man by nature may do the things commanded in the Law: av cs dt n1 vbi vvn, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi j n2, np1 crd crd dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vdi dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10038 but here is the question, Whether he doth them with this new nature, this heavenly nature? The old creature may hear, but Here is the question, Whither he does them with this new nature, this heavenly nature? The old creature may hear, p-acp av vbz dt n1, cs pns31 vdz pno32 p-acp d j n1, d j n1? dt j n1 vmb vvi, (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10039 and pray, and be sober, and moral, for by nature the Heathen did the things contained in the Law: and pray, and be Sobrium, and moral, for by nature the Heathen did the things contained in the Law: cc vvb, cc vbi j, cc j, c-acp p-acp n1 dt j-jn vdd dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10040 But if a man be Regenerated, as he doth the things contained in the Law and Gospel, But if a man be Regenerated, as he does the things contained in the Law and Gospel, cc-acp cs dt n1 vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vdz dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10041 so he doth them with a new nature; as Deut. 5. 29. when the Children of Israel had spoken admirable speeches; so he does them with a new nature; as Deuteronomy 5. 29. when the Children of Israel had spoken admirable Speeches; av pns31 vdz pno32 p-acp dt j n1; c-acp np1 crd crd c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vhd vvn j n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10042 All that the Lord saith to us we will do; they made goodly professions: All that the Lord Says to us we will do; they made goodly professions: d d dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 pns12 vmb vdi; pns32 vvd j n2: (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10043 now mark what God saith, Oh that there were an heart in this people to keep my commandments! now mark what God Says, O that there were an heart in this people to keep my Commandments! av vvb r-crq np1 vvz, uh cst a-acp vbdr dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n2! (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10044 As who should say, These are very good words, and I know that you think what you speak; As who should say, These Are very good words, and I know that you think what you speak; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d vbr av j n2, cc pns11 vvb cst pn22 vvb r-crq pn22 vvb; (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10045 but Oh that this were written in your hearts, that this were natural to you; this will not hold, your hearts are not carried this way. but O that this were written in your hearts, that this were natural to you; this will not hold, your hearts Are not carried this Way. cc-acp uh cst d vbdr vvn p-acp po22 n2, cst d vbdr j p-acp pn22; d vmb xx vvi, po22 n2 vbr xx vvn d n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 870 Page 59
10046 Secondly, If the Spirit of God hath Regenerated a man, then the heart begins to be a good soyl for Grace, and the heart begins to be sutable, Secondly, If the Spirit of God hath Regenerated a man, then the heart begins to be a good soil for Grace, and the heart begins to be suitable, ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn dt n1, av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10047 so that the heart is fit for Grace; A natural heart is not a proper soyl for Grace: so that the heart is fit for Grace; A natural heart is not a proper soil for Grace: av cst dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1; dt j n1 vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10048 As if a man should bring a Plant from Spain, and set it here in England, it cannot thrive, As if a man should bring a Plant from Spain, and Set it Here in England, it cannot thrive, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvi pn31 av p-acp np1, pn31 vmbx vvi, (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10049 unlesse a man meet with a soyl that is fit for it: unless a man meet with a soil that is fit for it: cs dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j p-acp pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10050 So Grace, if it come into the heart, and the heart is not a soyl for it, it can never thrive there, So Grace, if it come into the heart, and the heart is not a soil for it, it can never thrive there, av n1, cs pn31 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb av-x vvi a-acp, (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10051 unlesse the heart be Regenerated, and unlesse there be a new nature: There may be admirable things in a natural man, excellent good purposes, and resolutions; unless the heart be Regenerated, and unless there be a new nature: There may be admirable things in a natural man, excellent good Purposes, and resolutions; cs dt n1 vbb vvn, cc cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1: pc-acp vmb vbi j n2 p-acp dt j n1, j j n2, cc n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10052 God may come to him, as a Passenger that lodgeth for a night, but he is gone the next morning; God may come to him, as a Passenger that lodgeth for a night, but he is gone the next morning; np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn dt ord n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10053 he may come as a sojourner, to endure for a while, but here is no dwelling for him; he may come as a sojourner, to endure for a while, but Here is no Dwelling for him; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av vbz dx n-vvg p-acp pno31; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10054 these resolutions, and purposes, and desires cannot last long, that heart will squander them away; these resolutions, and Purposes, and Desires cannot last long, that heart will squander them away; d n2, cc n2, cc n2 vmbx vvi av-j, cst n1 vmb vvi pno32 av; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10055 it is like the putting of a new piece into an old garment, Matth. 9. 16. When a man puts a new piece into an old garment, a fine new purpose into an old heart, a new good desire into an old mind, the rent will be worse, it is like the putting of a new piece into an old garment, Matthew 9. 16. When a man puts a new piece into an old garment, a fine new purpose into an old heart, a new good desire into an old mind, the rend will be Worse, pn31 vbz av-j dt vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j j n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j j n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vmb vbi jc, (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10056 for that man will return back again, and will have his lusts, and will be worse then he was before, for that man will return back again, and will have his Lustiest, and will be Worse then he was before, c-acp cst n1 vmb vvi av av, cc vmb vhi po31 n2, cc vmb vbi jc cs pns31 vbds a-acp, (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10057 for the heart is not able to hold these: for the heart is not able to hold these: p-acp dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d: (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10058 'tis true, in the best hearts of Gods people, is a great deal of unnatural soyl for Grace; it's true, in the best hearts of God's people, is a great deal of unnatural soil for Grace; pn31|vbz j, p-acp dt js n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10059 but there is some of this good new soyl, that Grace now can hold, and shall hold, but there is Some of this good new soil, that Grace now can hold, and shall hold, cc-acp pc-acp vbz d pp-f d j j n1, cst n1 av vmb vvi, cc vmb vvi, (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10060 so that the gates of Hell shall not prevail; so that the gates of Hell shall not prevail; av cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10061 it is not for any goodnesse of the heart, but for the goodnesse of Grace in the heart: it is not for any Goodness of the heart, but for the Goodness of Grace in the heart: pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10062 there may be transient acts of goodnesse in a wicked man, as Prayer, and such-like transient acts; there may be Transient acts of Goodness in a wicked man, as Prayer, and suchlike Transient acts; pc-acp vmb vbi j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp n1, cc j j n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10063 but when the transient act is done, there is a conclusion: but when the Transient act is done, there is a conclusion: cc-acp c-crq dt j n1 vbz vdn, pc-acp vbz dt n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10064 but nature is permanent and an enduring thing, it is not only to come to Prayer, and then be dead; but nature is permanent and an enduring thing, it is not only to come to Prayer, and then be dead; cc-acp n1 vbz j cc dt j-vvg n1, pn31 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc av vbi j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10065 to come to a Sermon, and then be dead; to come to a Sermon, and then be dead; pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av vbi j; (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10066 but it is a permanent thing, a man is godly between Prayer and Prayer, and religious between Sermon and Sermon, but it is a permanent thing, a man is godly between Prayer and Prayer, and religious between Sermon and Sermon, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j p-acp n1 cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10067 and in all his wayes he sets himself to be good, and well disposed all his dayes. and in all his ways he sets himself to be good, and well disposed all his days. cc p-acp d po31 n2 pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi j, cc av vvn d po31 n2. (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10068 God complains against those that give him transient acts of goodnesse, Oh Ephraim! what shall I do to thee, that art as a morning cloud, & c? God complains against those that give him Transient acts of Goodness, O Ephraim! what shall I do to thee, that art as a morning cloud, & c? np1 vvz p-acp d cst vvb pno31 j n2 pp-f n1, uh np1! q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp pno21, cst vb2r p-acp dt n1 n1, cc sy? (10) treatise (DIV2) 871 Page 59
10069 Thirdly, If the Spirit of God hath made a man a new nature, then he cannot live in sin, As the Apostle saith, 1 Joh. 3. 9. He that is born of God, sinneth not, &c. he is born of God, Thirdly, If the Spirit of God hath made a man a new nature, then he cannot live in since, As the Apostle Says, 1 John 3. 9. He that is born of God, Sinneth not, etc. he is born of God, ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn dt n1 dt j n1, av pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, vvz xx, av pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 872 Page 59
10070 and it is against his nature to go on in sin; a man cannot go against his nature: and it is against his nature to go on in since; a man cannot go against his nature: cc pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1; dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 872 Page 59
10071 'tis true, a man for a little time may go against his nature, as Moses, though his nature was mild and meek, it's true, a man for a little time may go against his nature, as Moses, though his nature was mild and meek, pn31|vbz j, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-acp np1, c-acp po31 n1 vbds j cc j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 872 Page 60
10072 yet he was transported very much, Hear ye rebels, and shall I bring water out of this rock? He was carried away in his passion, yet he was transported very much, Hear you rebels, and shall I bring water out of this rock? He was carried away in his passion, av pns31 vbds vvn av av-d, vvb pn22 n2, cc vmb pns11 vvi n1 av pp-f d n1? pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp po31 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 872 Page 60
10073 but he could not hold on in that strain, for it was against his nature; but he could not hold on in that strain, for it was against his nature; cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 872 Page 60
10074 so if a man be overcome with any other sin, yet when a man is renewed, so if a man be overcome with any other since, yet when a man is renewed, av cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, (10) treatise (DIV2) 872 Page 60
10075 as a Spring clears it self of the mud, so this new nature is so opposite and contrary to sin, that he cannot go on in sin. as a Spring clears it self of the mud, so this new nature is so opposite and contrary to since, that he cannot go on in since. c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 n1 pp-f dt n1, av d j n1 vbz av j-jn cc j-jn p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 872 Page 60
10076 Fourthly, If the Spirit of God hath wrought this work in thee, Then it is pleasant to thee to do the will of God; Fourthly, If the Spirit of God hath wrought this work in thee, Then it is pleasant to thee to do the will of God; ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pno21, av pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10077 Look what a man is naturally inclined to, it is marvellous pleasant to him to follow it: Look what a man is naturally inclined to, it is marvellous pleasant to him to follow it: vvb q-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp, pn31 vbz j j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pn31: (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10078 As for example, If a mans nature be gluttonous, how pleasing is it for him to satisfie his Appetite? And if a mans nature be given to Intemperance, As for Exampl, If a men nature be gluttonous, how pleasing is it for him to satisfy his Appetite? And if a men nature be given to Intemperance, c-acp p-acp n1, cs dt ng1 n1 vbb j, c-crq vvg vbz pn31 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1? cc cs dt ng1 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10079 how pleasing is Excess unto him? And if a mans nature be proud, how pleasing is it to be flattered, how pleasing is Excess unto him? And if a men nature be proud, how pleasing is it to be flattered, c-crq vvg vbz n1 p-acp pno31? cc cs dt ng1 n1 vbb j, c-crq vvg vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn, (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10080 and spoken fair, to be reverenced and respected at every word? A man loves these thngs a-life, and spoken fair, to be reverenced and respected At every word? A man loves these things alife, cc vvn j, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1? dt n1 vvz d n2 n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10081 because they suit with his nature: Because they suit with his nature: c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10082 So if a man have a new nature, and partakes of the divine nature, how pleasing will Prayer be? And how pleasing will the Word be? how pleasing will Counsels and Exhortations be? how pleasing to be corrected and reproved for sin? How sweet are thy words unto my mouth, saith the Prophet David, Psal. 119. 103. As our Saviour saith, Joh. 4. 34. It is my meat and drink to do his Will that sent me: So if a man have a new nature, and partakes of the divine nature, how pleasing will Prayer be? And how pleasing will the Word be? how pleasing will Counsels and Exhortations be? how pleasing to be corrected and reproved for since? How sweet Are thy words unto my Mouth, Says the Prophet David, Psalm 119. 103. As our Saviour Says, John 4. 34. It is my meat and drink to do his Will that sent me: av cs dt n1 vhi dt j n1, cc vvz pp-f dt j-jn n1, c-crq j-vvg n1 n1 vbi? cc q-crq j-vvg n1 dt n1 vbi? c-crq j-vvg n1 n2 cc n2 vbi? c-crq j-vvg pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1? c-crq j vbr po21 n2 p-acp po11 n1, vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd crd p-acp po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz po11 n1 cc vvi pc-acp vdi po31 n1 cst vvd pno11: (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10083 So I have l•nged for thy Commandments (saith David) I have loved to know wherein I might glorifie thee, and be serviceable to thee: So I have l•nged for thy commandments (Says David) I have loved to know wherein I might Glorify thee, and be serviceable to thee: av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po21 n2 (vvz np1) pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq pns11 vmd vvi pno21, cc vbi j p-acp pno21: (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10084 Now when it is irksom for a man to obey, he cannot abide strictness and preciseness, Now when it is irksome for a man to obey, he cannot abide strictness and preciseness, av c-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmbx vvi n1 cc n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10085 and he counts it a disgrace to him to deny himself in such a thing, and he counts it a disgrace to him to deny himself in such a thing, cc pns31 vvz pn31 dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp d dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10086 and he goeth to duty like a Bear to the Stake, and he hath no forwardnesse, it is a sign he hath no new nature. and he Goes to duty like a Bear to the Stake, and he hath no forwardness, it is a Signen he hath no new nature. cc pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vhz dx n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns31 vhz dx j n1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 873 Page 60
10087 Fifthly, If a man be born again, Grace will get the upper hand; Fifthly, If a man be born again, Grace will get the upper hand; ord, cs dt n1 vbi vvn av, n1 vmb vvi dt jc n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 874 Page 60
10088 when a man meets with lusts, and concupiscence of Soul, though they may exceedingly bear a man down for a time, when a man meets with Lustiest, and concupiscence of Soul, though they may exceedingly bear a man down for a time, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n2, cc n1 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vmb av-vvg vvi dt n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (10) treatise (DIV2) 874 Page 60
10089 and transport a man beyond himself, yet in the end Grace will have the victory and prevail, 1 Joh 5. 4. He that is born of God, overcomes the world, all temptations of the world, all pul-backs and draw-backs, he that is born of God, he will have the mastery; and transport a man beyond himself, yet in the end Grace will have the victory and prevail, 1 John 5. 4. He that is born of God, overcomes the world, all temptations of the world, all pull-backs and draw-backs, he that is born of God, he will have the mastery; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp px31, av p-acp dt n1 n1 vmb vhi dt n1 cc vvi, crd np1 crd crd pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, d n2 pp-f dt n1, d n2 cc n2, pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 874 Page 60
10090 so 1 Joh. 5. 18. the Apostle saith, The wicked one cannot touch a man that is born of God, that is, with a deadly touch, as he toucheth wicked men; so 1 John 5. 18. the Apostle Says, The wicked one cannot touch a man that is born of God, that is, with a deadly touch, as he touches wicked men; av crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, dt j pi vmbx vvi dt n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst vbz, p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz j n2; (10) treatise (DIV2) 874 Page 60
10091 he toucheth wicked men so, as he infects them, and poysons them, and carries them away. he touches wicked men so, as he infects them, and poisons them, and carries them away. pns31 vvz j n2 av, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32, cc n2 pno32, cc vvz pno32 av. (10) treatise (DIV2) 874 Page 60
10092 Sixthly, He that is born of God, he is one that loves the Children of God: Sixthly, He that is born of God, he is one that loves the Children of God: j, pns31 cst vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vbz pi cst vvz dt n2 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 875 Page 60
10093 If there be any Saint in the parish, any Child of God, there is his affection and bowels most; If there be any Saint in the parish, any Child of God, there is his affection and bowels most; cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp dt n1, d n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbz po31 n1 cc n2 av-ds; (10) treatise (DIV2) 875 Page 60
10094 I speak of spiritual affections, for otherwise Grace doth not take away nature, but set it up, having refin'd it. I speak of spiritual affections, for otherwise Grace does not take away nature, but Set it up, having refined it. pns11 vvb pp-f j n2, c-acp av n1 vdz xx vvi av n1, cc-acp vvd pn31 a-acp, vhg vvn pn31. (10) treatise (DIV2) 875 Page 60
10095 But I speak of spiritual love, if a man be born of God himself, he loves all others that are born of God, 1 Joh. 5. 1. Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ, is born of God; But I speak of spiritual love, if a man be born of God himself, he loves all Others that Are born of God, 1 John 5. 1. Whosoever Believeth that jesus is the christ, is born of God; p-acp pns11 vvb pp-f j n1, cs dt n1 vbi vvn pp-f np1 px31, pns31 vvz d n2-jn cst vbr vvn pp-f np1, crd np1 crd crd r-crq vvz cst np1 vbz dt np1, vbz vvn pp-f np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 875 Page 60
10096 and he that loveth him that begat, loveth him also that is begotten. and he that loves him that begat, loves him also that is begotten. cc pns31 cst vvz pno31 cst vvd, vvz pno31 av cst vbz vvn. (10) treatise (DIV2) 875 Page 60
10097 If a man loves God that begets, he must needs love them that are begotten of God. If a man loves God that begets, he must needs love them that Are begotten of God. cs dt n1 vvz np1 cst vvz, pns31 vmb av vvi pno32 cst vbr vvn pp-f np1. (10) treatise (DIV2) 875 Page 60
10098 Lastly, If a man be born again, then a man labours to do good, and to spread the Knowledge of Jesus Christ, to the glory of God: Lastly, If a man be born again, then a man labours to do good, and to spread the Knowledge of jesus christ, to the glory of God: ord, cs dt n1 vbi vvn av, av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vdi j, cc p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 60
10099 He loves to be communicating that he hath; He loves to be communicating that he hath; pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvg cst pns31 vhz; (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 60
10100 he that hath this Spirit, loves to be breathing upon others, and would fain scatter his sweet things up and down where he goeth, he that hath this Spirit, loves to be breathing upon Others, and would fain scatter his sweet things up and down where he Goes, pns31 cst vhz d n1, vvz pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp n2-jn, cc vmd av-j vvi po31 j n2 a-acp cc a-acp c-crq pns31 vvz, (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 60
10101 and would fain leave a sweet savour of himself wheresoever he comes; this is the nature of him that is born again and regenerate, to beget others: and would fain leave a sweet savour of himself wheresoever he comes; this is the nature of him that is born again and regenerate, to beget Others: cc vmd av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f px31 c-crq pns31 vvz; d vbz dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vbz vvn av cc vvn, pc-acp vvi n2-jn: (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 60
10102 That man is unworthy to be born, by whom another is not born, as we say; That man is unworthy to be born, by whom Another is not born, as we say; cst n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp ro-crq n-jn vbz xx vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb; (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 60
10103 when a man is born again, he labours to beget others to God, to be generative, when a man is born again, he labours to beget Others to God, to be generative, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi j, (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 60
10104 and fruitful, and abundant in doing good up and down, he labours to beget his Children, and Family, to God; and fruitful, and abundant in doing good up and down, he labours to beget his Children, and Family, to God; cc j, cc j p-acp vdg j p-acp cc a-acp, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc n1, p-acp np1; (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 60
10105 and to draw his neighbours and acquaintance unto God: he would fain have people know Christ, and obey him, and submit unto him. and to draw his neighbours and acquaintance unto God: he would fain have people know christ, and obey him, and submit unto him. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n1 p-acp np1: pns31 vmd av-j vhi n1 vvi np1, cc vvi pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31. (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 61
10106 Thus you see the signs whereby we may know, Whether we be born again, or no? Thus you see the Signs whereby we may know, Whither we be born again, or no? av pn22 vvb dt n2 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi, cs pns12 vbb vvn av, cc dx? (10) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 61
10107 CHRISTIANS Ingrafting into CHRIST. 1 Cor. 12. 13. For by one Spirit are we all Baptized into one Body, CHRISTIANS Engrafting into CHRIST. 1 Cor. 12. 13. For by one Spirit Are we all Baptised into one Body, np1 vvg p-acp np1. crd np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp crd n1 vbr pns12 d j-vvn p-acp crd n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 61
10108 whether we be Jews or Grecians, whether we be Bond, or Free, and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. whither we be jews or Greeks, whither we be Bound, or Free, and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. cs pns12 vbb np2 cc njp2, cs pns12 vbb vvn, cc j, cc vhb vbn d vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 876 Page 61
10109 WEE have spoken of Regeneration, which is a work of the Spirit, and the first implanting of a man into Christ: we have spoken of Regeneration, which is a work of the Spirit, and the First implanting of a man into christ: pns12 vhb vvn pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt ord n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 61
10110 Now we come to speak of a new work of the Spirit, The implanting of a man into the Church, the Body of Christ, Now we come to speak of a new work of the Spirit, The implanting of a man into the Church, the Body of christ, av pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 61
10111 when the Spirit makes a man to be a Member of the Mystical Body of Jesus Christ; when the Spirit makes a man to be a Member of the Mystical Body of jesus christ; c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 61
10112 and this is done all under one; and this is done all under one; cc d vbz vdn d p-acp crd; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 61
10113 for being once ingrafted in Christ, we come to be fellow-Members with all those that are Christs; for being once ingrafted in christ, we come to be Fellow members with all those that Are Christ; p-acp vbg a-acp vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp d d cst vbr npg1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 61
10114 and this we have here in the Text, By one Spirit we are all Baptized into one Body, &c. The Apostles meaning is this, All we that are the people of God, we are all one Body; and this we have Here in the Text, By one Spirit we Are all Baptised into one Body, etc. The Apostles meaning is this, All we that Are the people of God, we Are all one Body; cc d pns12 vhb av p-acp dt n1, p-acp crd n1 pns12 vbr d j-vvn p-acp crd n1, av dt np1 vvg vbz d, d pns12 cst vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr d crd n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 61
10115 and the efficient cause of this, is the Spirit of God, it is by the Spirit that we are made thus, and the efficient cause of this, is the Spirit of God, it is by the Spirit that we Are made thus, cc dt j n1 pp-f d, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vbr vvn av, (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10116 and the instrumental cause, though it be not here expressed, yet it is implyed, and that is Faith; and the instrumental cause, though it be not Here expressed, yet it is employed, and that is Faith; cc dt j n1, cs pn31 vbb xx av vvn, av pn31 vbz vvn, cc d vbz n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10117 and the means of confirming this Faith are the Two Sacraments: First, The Sacrament of Baptisme, we are baptized into the same Body. and the means of confirming this Faith Are the Two Sacraments: First, The Sacrament of Baptism, we Are baptised into the same Body. cc dt n2 pp-f vvg d n1 vbr dt crd n2: ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10118 Secondly, The Sacrament of the Lords Supper, intimated in one part of it, namely, the Cup, which is put for the whole, Secondly, The Sacrament of the lords Supper, intimated in one part of it, namely, the Cup, which is put for the Whole, ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, vvn p-acp crd n1 pp-f pn31, av, dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10119 and are made all to drink of the same Cup, we are all of one and the self same Body; and Are made all to drink of the same Cup, we Are all of one and the self same Body; cc vbr vvn av-d pc-acp vvi pp-f dt d n1, pns12 vbr d pp-f crd cc dt n1 d n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10120 as many as are in Christ, are endued with the same Spirit; as many as Are in christ, Are endued with the same Spirit; p-acp d c-acp vbr p-acp np1, vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10121 not one endued with one Spirit, and another endued with another Spirit, but by one Spirit we are Baptized into one Body; not one endued with one Spirit, and Another endued with Another Spirit, but by one Spirit we Are Baptised into one Body; xx crd vvd p-acp crd n1, cc j-jn vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc-acp p-acp crd n1 pns12 vbr j-vvn p-acp crd n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10122 our Baptisme is one, and our Food one; our Baptism is one, and our Food one; po12 n1 vbz pi, cc po12 n1 crd; (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10123 it is altogether one, though our condition in the world be never so different, bond, or free, though our Countrey, it is altogether one, though our condition in the world be never so different, bound, or free, though our Country, pn31 vbz av crd, cs po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbb av-x av j, n1, cc j, cs po12 n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10124 and Nation, and Parish be never so various one to another, one of one, and another of another, Jews and Gentiles, we are all baptized into one Body, and nation, and Parish be never so various one to Another, one of one, and Another of Another, jews and Gentiles, we Are all baptised into one Body, cc n1, cc n1 vbb av-x av j pi p-acp n-jn, crd pp-f crd, cc j-jn pp-f n-jn, np2 cc np1, pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp crd n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10125 and this is done by one and the self-same Spirit. Now to speak of the putting of a man into the Body of Christ: and this is done by one and the selfsame Spirit. Now to speak of the putting of a man into the Body of christ: cc d vbz vdn p-acp crd cc dt j n1. av pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 877 Page 62
10126 We will shew you these Five things. First, What this Body of Christ is. Secondly, What this putting of a man into it is. We will show you these Five things. First, What this Body of christ is. Secondly, What this putting of a man into it is. pns12 vmb vvi pn22 d crd n2. ord, q-crq d n1 pp-f np1 vbz. ord, q-crq d vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz. (11) treatise (DIV2) 878 Page 62
10127 Thirdly, That this is done by the Spirit of God. Fourthly, How the Spirit of God doth it: Thirdly, That this is done by the Spirit of God. Fourthly, How the Spirit of God does it: ord, cst d vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. ord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz pn31: (11) treatise (DIV2) 878 Page 62
10128 How a man is made part of the Body of Christ. Fifthly, The Application of the Point. How a man is made part of the Body of christ. Fifthly, The Application of the Point. c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 878 Page 62
10129 For the First, What is this Body of Christ, which is Spirit of God doth ingraft his people into? In a word, It is the invisible Church of God: For the First, What is this Body of christ, which is Spirit of God does ingraft his people into? In a word, It is the invisible Church of God: p-acp dt ord, q-crq vbz d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvn po31 n1 p-acp? p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 879 Page 62
10130 which is a peculiar company of men and women, out of all Nations under heaven predestinated to eternal life, gathered together by the Word, which is a peculiar company of men and women, out of all nations under heaven predestinated to Eternal life, gathered together by the Word, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, av pp-f d n2 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp j n1, vvd av p-acp dt n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 879 Page 62
10131 and made all one in Christ: This is the Body of Jesus Christ: so that here are Five Things that are to be opened. and made all one in christ: This is the Body of jesus christ: so that Here Are Five Things that Are to be opened. cc vvd d pi p-acp np1: d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: av cst av vbr crd n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 879 Page 62
10132 First, It is the Church of God; as the Apostle saith, Col. 1. 18. He is the Head of the Body, the Church: First, It is the Church of God; as the Apostle Says, Col. 1. 18. He is the Head of the Body, the Church: ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10133 So that the Church is the Body of Christ, that same peculiar company of men and women, So that the Church is the Body of christ, that same peculiar company of men and women, av cst dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10134 as Saint Peter calls them, You are a chosen generation, a peculiar people, a royal priesthood, 1 Pet. 2. 9. The Author to the Hebrews calls them, The Assembly of the first born, Heb. 12. 23. And Christ himself calls them, A little flock, in regard of the multitude of other people that is in the world, as Saint Peter calls them, You Are a chosen generation, a peculiar people, a royal priesthood, 1 Pet. 2. 9. The Author to the Hebrews calls them, The Assembly of the First born, Hebrew 12. 23. And christ himself calls them, A little flock, in regard of the multitude of other people that is in the world, c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno32, pn22 vbr dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, vvn np1 crd crd dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz pno32, dt n1 pp-f dt ord vvn, np1 crd crd cc np1 px31 vvz pno32, dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10135 and are not of this brother-hood: and Are not of this brotherhood: cc vbr xx pp-f d n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10136 Now I call this invisible, for though their persons, and courses, and manner of life be seen and known, Now I call this invisible, for though their Persons, and courses, and manner of life be seen and known, av pns11 vvb d j, c-acp cs po32 n2, cc n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn cc vvn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10137 and they may be known who they are, yet all of them were never known, nor ever will be; and they may be known who they Are, yet all of them were never known, nor ever will be; cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn r-crq pns32 vbr, av d pp-f pno32 vbdr av vvn, ccx av vmb vbi; (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10138 there may be more then we can tell, and fewer then we think of; there may be more then we can tell, and fewer then we think of; pc-acp vmb vbi av-dc cs pns12 vmb vvi, cc dc cs pns12 vvb pp-f; (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10139 The foundation of God is sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth who are his, 2 Tim. 2. 19. The Lord had seven thousand in Israel that had not bent their knees to Baal, when Eliah could see never a one: The Foundation of God is sure, having this seal, The Lord Knoweth who Are his, 2 Tim. 2. 19. The Lord had seven thousand in Israel that had not bent their knees to Baal, when Elijah could see never a one: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, vhg d n1, dt n1 vvz r-crq vbr png31, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vhd crd crd p-acp np1 cst vhd xx vvn po32 n2 p-acp np1, c-crq np1 vmd vvi av dt crd: (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10140 So that this is the First Thing; it is the invisible Church of God. Secondly, It's such a company as is gathered out of all Nations under heaven; So that this is the First Thing; it is the invisible Church of God. Secondly, It's such a company as is gathered out of all nations under heaven; av cst d vbz dt ord n1; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1. ord, pn31|vbz d dt n1 c-acp vbz vvn av pp-f d n2 p-acp n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 880 Page 62
10141 As Saint John speaks, Rev. 7. 9. After this, behold and loe, I saw a great multitude of all Nations, As Saint John speaks, Rev. 7. 9. After this, behold and lo, I saw a great multitude of all nations, p-acp n1 np1 vvz, n1 crd crd p-acp d, vvb cc uh, pns11 vvd dt j n1 pp-f d n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 62
10142 and Countryes, and Tongues, &c. Though it be a little Flock in respect of the Reprobate; and Countries, and Tongues, etc. Though it be a little Flock in respect of the Reprobate; cc n2, cc n2, av cs pn31 vbb dt j vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 62
10143 yet it is a great multitude considered in it self: yet it is a great multitude considered in it self: av pn31 vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn31 n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 62
10144 and they stood before the throne, and before the Lambe, with long white Robes, and with Palms in their hands: and they stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, with long white Robes, and with Palms in their hands: cc pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp j j-jn n2, cc p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2: (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 62
10145 This white Robe is the Righteousnesse of Christ Jesus imputed, which begets another Righteousnesse which is inherent in some measure; This white Robe is the Righteousness of christ jesus imputed, which begets Another Righteousness which is inherent in Some measure; d j-jn n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 vvn, r-crq vvz j-jn n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp d n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 62
10146 and the Palms in their hands, is the sign of Victory over Sin, Death, and Hell; and the Palms in their hands, is the Signen of Victory over since, Death, and Hell; cc dt n2 p-acp po32 n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 62
10147 and this is a great multitude: and it was out of all Cities, and Nations, and Kindreds of the world; and this is a great multitude: and it was out of all Cities, and nations, and Kindreds of the world; cc d vbz dt j n1: cc pn31 vbds av pp-f d n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 62
10148 and therefore our Saviour Christ, speaking of his own taking of this company home unto himself at the last day, see what he speaks, Mat. 24. 31. He shall send his Angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and Therefore our Saviour christ, speaking of his own taking of this company home unto himself At the last day, see what he speaks, Mathew 24. 31. He shall send his Angels with a great found of a trumpet, cc av po12 n1 np1, vvg pp-f po31 d n-vvg pp-f d n1 av-an p-acp px31 p-acp dt ord n1, vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd crd pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 63
10149 and they shall gather his Elect from the four Winds, from the one end of the Earth to the other: and they shall gather his Elect from the four Winds, from the one end of the Earth to the other: cc pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt crd n2, p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn: (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 63
10150 The Lord gathers here one, and there another, as a man would gather a Posie in a Garden, here a flower, and there a flower. The Lord gathers Here one, and there Another, as a man would gather a Posy in a Garden, Here a flower, and there a flower. dt n1 vvz av crd, cc a-acp j-jn, c-acp dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av dt n1, cc a-acp dt n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 63
10151 This is Another Thing in the Body of Christ: This is another Thing in the Body of christ: d vbz j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 63
10152 it is a Company gathered out of all Nations, and People, and Places, at one time, or other. it is a Company gathered out of all nations, and People, and Places, At one time, or other. pn31 vbz dt n1 vvd av pp-f d n2, cc n1, cc n2, p-acp crd n1, cc j-jn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 881 Page 63
10153 Thirdly, This same godly Company, are a Company of Predestinated men unto Eternal life. For there are none but the chosen of God that are the true Body of Christ; Thirdly, This same godly Company, Are a Company of Predestinated men unto Eternal life. For there Are none but the chosen of God that Are the true Body of christ; ord, d d j n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f vvn n2 p-acp j n1. c-acp a-acp vbr pix p-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1 cst vbr dt j n1 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 882 Page 63
10154 this is a company only of Elect men, and women, and babes; this is a company only of Elect men, and women, and babes; d vbz dt n1 av-j pp-f j-vvn n2, cc n2, cc n2; (11) treatise (DIV2) 882 Page 63
10155 therefore they are called Elect, Rom. 8. 33. They are such a company as are written in the Lamb's Book of life, Rev. 21. 27. Therefore all those that seem to be of God, Therefore they Are called Elect, Rom. 8. 33. They Are such a company as Are written in the Lamb's Book of life, Rev. 21. 27. Therefore all those that seem to be of God, av pns32 vbr vvn j, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr d dt n1 c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1 pp-f n1, n1 crd crd av d d cst vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 882 Page 63
10156 and go a great way with the people of God, and yet turn back, as Orphah from Naomi, Ruth 1. They were never of this number, 1 Joh. 2. 19. They were not of us, they went out from us; and go a great Way with the people of God, and yet turn back, as Orpah from Naomi, Ruth 1. They were never of this number, 1 John 2. 19. They were not of us, they went out from us; cc vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vvb av, c-acp np1 p-acp np1, n1 crd pns32 vbdr av pp-f d n1, crd np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr xx pp-f pno12, pns32 vvd av p-acp pno12; (11) treatise (DIV2) 882 Page 63
10157 if they had been of us, they would have continued with us: if they had been of us, they would have continued with us: cs pns32 vhd vbn pp-f pno12, pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno12: (11) treatise (DIV2) 882 Page 63
10158 So that it is only the Elect of God that are of this Company, that are the Members of this Body. So that it is only the Elect of God that Are of this Company, that Are the Members of this Body. av cst pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbr pp-f d n1, cst vbr dt n2 pp-f d n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 882 Page 63
10159 Fourthly, It is such a godly Company as is gathered by the Word of God: The Word of God gathers them together; Fourthly, It is such a godly Company as is gathered by the Word of God: The Word of God gathers them together; ord, pn31 vbz d dt j n1 c-acp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno32 av; (11) treatise (DIV2) 883 Page 63
10160 they, as well as other people by nature, are of another Body, of another Corporation, as vile, and as wretched, and as miserable in themselves, if left to themselves; they, as well as other people by nature, Are of Another Body, of Another Corporation, as vile, and as wretched, and as miserable in themselves, if left to themselves; pns32, c-acp av c-acp j-jn n1 p-acp n1, vbr a-acp j-jn n1, pp-f j-jn n1, c-acp j, cc p-acp j, cc p-acp j p-acp px32, cs vvn p-acp px32; (11) treatise (DIV2) 883 Page 63
10161 but God found them when he passed by them, and said to them, Live; they were defiled as well as others in their bloud, but God found them when he passed by them, and said to them, Live; they were defiled as well as Others in their blood, cc-acp np1 vvd pno32 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, cc vvd p-acp pno32, vvb; pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp av c-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 883 Page 63
10162 but the Lord turned their hearts by the Word, and doth beget them again thereby: This is that immortal seed whereby God doth beget them again unto eternal life. but the Lord turned their hearts by the Word, and does beget them again thereby: This is that immortal seed whereby God does beget them again unto Eternal life. cc-acp dt n1 vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vdz vvi pno32 av av: d vbz d j n1 c-crq np1 vdz vvi pno32 av p-acp j n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 883 Page 63
10163 Fifthly, They are such a company as are made one, knit and combined together in Christ; Fifthly, They Are such a company as Are made one, knit and combined together in christ; ord, pns32 vbr d dt n1 c-acp vbr vvn pi, vvn cc vvn av p-acp np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10164 though themselves are never so many, and never so remote and distant from one another, may be they never saw one another, though themselves Are never so many, and never so remote and distant from one Another, may be they never saw one Another, cs px32 vbr av av av-d, cc av-x av j cc j p-acp pi j-jn, vmb vbi pns32 av-x vvd pi j-jn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10165 nor ever heard of one another, one lives in one Country, another in another; nor ever herd of one Another, one lives in one Country, Another in Another; ccx av vvn pp-f pi j-jn, crd n2 p-acp crd n1, j-jn p-acp j-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10166 one in one parish, another in another, and have little bodily communion, and are not known one to another; one in one parish, Another in Another, and have little bodily communion, and Are not known one to Another; pi p-acp crd n1, j-jn p-acp j-jn, cc vhb j j n1, cc vbr xx vvn crd p-acp n-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10167 may be some of this company are in heaven already, and some upon earth; may be Some of this company Are in heaven already, and Some upon earth; vmb vbi d pp-f d n1 vbr p-acp n1 av, cc d p-acp n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10168 yet they are all one in Christ, they all meet together in one heart and soul in Christ Jesus, they are all of one minde in him, yet they Are all one in christ, they all meet together in one heart and soul in christ jesus, they Are all of one mind in him, av pns32 vbr d pi p-acp np1, pns32 d vvb av p-acp crd n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vbr d pp-f crd n1 p-acp pno31, (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10169 as being all one body, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 12. 12. And they are all one seed, Gal. 3. 16. Now to Abraham and his seed were the Promises made. as being all one body, as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 12. 12. And they Are all one seed, Gal. 3. 16. Now to Abraham and his seed were the Promises made. c-acp vbg d crd n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd cc pns32 vbr d crd n1, np1 crd crd av p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 vbdr av vvz vvn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10170 He saith not, To seeds, as if they were many; but, To thy seed, as of one, that is Christ: He Says not, To seeds, as if they were many; but, To thy seed, as of one, that is christ: pns31 vvz xx, p-acp n2, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr d; cc-acp, p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pp-f crd, cst vbz np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10171 that is, which is Christ, and all that are Christs; they are one seed, the seed of the woman; that is, which is christ, and all that Are Christ; they Are one seed, the seed of the woman; cst vbz, r-crq vbz np1, cc d cst vbr npg1; pns32 vbr crd n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10172 indeed all men come forth of the womans loins, the wicked as well as the godly, only here is the difference, The one is the seed of God, the other of the Serpent: indeed all men come forth of the woman's loins, the wicked as well as the godly, only Here is the difference, The one is the seed of God, the other of the Serpent: av d n2 vvb av pp-f dt ng1 n2, dt j c-acp av c-acp dt j, av-j av vbz dt n1, dt pi vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n-jn pp-f dt n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10173 Now Christ, and all that are Christs, are one and the self-same seed; though they are different in Place, different in Countrey, different in estate and condition; Now christ, and all that Are Christ, Are one and the selfsame seed; though they Are different in Place, different in Country, different in estate and condition; av np1, cc d cst vbr npg1, vbr crd cc dt j n1; cs pns32 vbr j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, j p-acp n1 cc n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10174 some Jews, some Gentiles, some Bond, some Free, some Noble, some Mean; Some jews, Some Gentiles, Some Bound, Some Free, Some Noble, Some Mean; d np2, d n2-j, d n1, d j, d j, d j; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10175 yet they are all one in Christ Jesus, as the Apostle saith, Gal. 3 28. There is neither Jew nor Grecian, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female; yet they Are all one in christ jesus, as the Apostle Says, Gal. 3 28. There is neither Jew nor Grecian, there is neither bound nor free, there is neither male nor female; av pns32 vbr d pi p-acp np1 np1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dx np1 ccx jp, pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx j-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10176 for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. for you Are all one in christ jesus. c-acp pn22 vbr d pi p-acp np1 np1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10177 'Tis true, you are different among your selves, one is a master, another a servant, one is a rich man, another a poor man, so there is a difference; It's true, you Are different among your selves, one is a master, Another a servant, one is a rich man, Another a poor man, so there is a difference; pn31|vbz j, pn22 vbr j p-acp po22 n2, pi vbz dt n1, j-jn dt n1, pi vbz dt j n1, j-jn dt j n1, av pc-acp vbz dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10178 but they are all one in Christ Jesus, they have all one and the self-same Faith, they have all one and the self-same Father, there is but one Lord, but they Are all one in christ jesus, they have all one and the selfsame Faith, they have all one and the selfsame Father, there is but one Lord, cc-acp pns32 vbr d pi p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vhb d crd cc dt j n1, pns32 vhb d crd cc dt j n1, pc-acp vbz cc-acp crd n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10179 and one Spirit to quicken and unite them all: Thus we see what this Body of Christ is. and one Spirit to quicken and unite them all: Thus we see what this Body of christ is. cc crd n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 d: av pns12 vvb q-crq d n1 pp-f np1 vbz. (11) treatise (DIV2) 884 Page 63
10180 Now in the Second place, What it is to be put into this Body; to be implanted into it, to be knit into this Body: Now in the Second place, What it is to be put into this Body; to be implanted into it, to be knit into this Body: av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1; pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 885 Page 64
10181 I Answer, in a few words it is this: I Answer, in a few words it is this: pns11 vvb, p-acp dt d n2 pn31 vbz d: (11) treatise (DIV2) 885 Page 64
10182 It is a part of a mans Ingrafting into Christ by Faith, whereby a man is ingrafted into the Body of Christ, having one common life with all the rest of the Members for mutual consent, It is a part of a men Engrafting into christ by Faith, whereby a man is ingrafted into the Body of christ, having one Common life with all the rest of the Members for mutual consent, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vhg crd j n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp j n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 886 Page 64
10183 and profit, and care, and help, and sympathy, or fellow-feeling. First, It is a part of a mans ingrafting into Christ; and profit, and care, and help, and Sympathy, or fellow-feeling. First, It is a part of a men engrafting into christ; cc n1, cc n1, cc vvi, cc n1, cc n1. ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg p-acp np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 886 Page 64
10184 For the ingrafting of a man into Christ, and into the body of Christ, are not Two things, For the engrafting of a man into christ, and into the body of christ, Are not Two things, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr xx crd n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10185 but God doth them by one and the self-same act, as you may see, Rom. 12. 5. We being many are one body in Christ, but God does them by one and the selfsame act, as you may see, Rom. 12. 5. We being many Are one body in christ, cc-acp np1 vdz pno32 p-acp crd cc dt j n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd pns12 vbg d vbr pi n1 p-acp np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10186 and every one Members one of another: and every one Members one of Another: cc d crd n2 crd pp-f n-jn: (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10187 that is, by being Members of Christ, and by being ingrafted into Christ, we come to have fellowship, that is, by being Members of christ, and by being ingrafted into christ, we come to have fellowship, cst vbz, p-acp vbg n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10188 and conjunction, and joyning one with another: and conjunction, and joining one with Another: cc n1, cc vvg pi p-acp n-jn: (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10189 it must needs be the same work, for the putting a man into Christ in whom are the other Members, that very act makes a man to have fellowship with Christ, together with all the other Members, it must needs be the same work, for the putting a man into christ in whom Are the other Members, that very act makes a man to have fellowship with christ, together with all the other Members, pn31 vmb av vbi dt d n1, p-acp dt vvg dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp ro-crq vbr dt j-jn n2, cst j n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp np1, av p-acp d dt j-jn n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10190 as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 11. 17. Though some of the branches be broken off, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 11. 17. Though Some of the branches be broken off, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cs d pp-f dt n2 vbb vvn a-acp, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10191 and thou being a wilde olive tree, wast grafted in for them, and made partaker of the root: and thou being a wild olive tree, wast grafted in for them, and made partaker of the root: cc pns21 vbg dt j n1 n1, vbd2s vvn p-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvd n1 pp-f dt n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10192 When a man is ingrafted into this Olive tree, he is ingrafted with the rest of Christs Members, When a man is ingrafted into this Olive tree, he is ingrafted with the rest of Christ Members, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10193 and he doth partake together with the other Members of the same root, and of the same Gifts, and he does partake together with the other Members of the same root, and of the same Gifts, cc pns31 vdz vvi av p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt d n1, cc pp-f dt d n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10194 and Graces, God doth both under one: and Graces, God does both under one: cc n2, np1 vdz d p-acp pi: (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10195 Therefore though I handle this after the other, it is because I cannot handle them both at once. Therefore though I handle this After the other, it is Because I cannot handle them both At once. av cs pns11 vvb d p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi pno32 d p-acp a-acp. (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10196 Saint John saith, 1 Joh. 1. 7. If we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another; Saint John Says, 1 John 1. 7. If we walk in the Light, as he is in the Light, we have fellowship one with Another; n1 np1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb n1 crd p-acp n-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10197 So that if a man be in Christ, he hath communion with the Body of Christ; So that if a man be in christ, he hath communion with the Body of christ; av cst cs dt n1 vbb p-acp np1, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10198 if he hath fellowship with Christ, he hath fellowship with the Body of Christ; if he hath fellowship with christ, he hath fellowship with the Body of christ; cs pns31 vhz n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10199 so that you see the Spirit doth both by one and the self-same act, as the Apostle saith, Ephes. 2. 12. Ye were at that time without Christ, so that you see the Spirit does both by one and the selfsame act, as the Apostle Says, Ephesians 2. 12. You were At that time without christ, av cst pn22 vvb dt n1 vdz d p-acp crd cc dt j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd pn22 vbdr p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10200 and aliants from the common-wealth of Israel: and aliants from the commonwealth of Israel: cc n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10201 It is all one thing to say that a man is out of Christ, and an Aliant from the common-wealth of Israel, without that corporation, without that Body, he is no Member of that Body; It is all one thing to say that a man is out of christ, and an Aliant from the commonwealth of Israel, without that corporation, without that Body, he is no Member of that Body; pn31 vbz d crd n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbz av pp-f np1, cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10202 therefore it follows on the other side, If a man be in Christ, and ingrafted into Christ, Therefore it follows on the other side, If a man be in christ, and ingrafted into christ, av pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs dt n1 vbb p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10203 then he is of this society, he is of the common-wealth of the Israel of God: then he is of this society, he is of the commonwealth of the Israel of God: cs pns31 vbz pp-f d n1, pns31 vbz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pp-f np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10204 So that this is the First Thing, It is a part of a mans ingrafting into Christ. So that this is the First Thing, It is a part of a men engrafting into christ. av cst d vbz dt ord n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vvg p-acp np1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 887 Page 64
10205 Secondly, This likewise is done by Faith: When a man is ingrafted into Christ, he is ingrafted into him by Faith: Secondly, This likewise is done by Faith: When a man is ingrafted into christ, he is ingrafted into him by Faith: ord, d av vbz vdn p-acp n1: c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10206 As the Apostle saith, Rom. 11. 23. And they also, if they abide not in unbelief, shall be grafted in, As the Apostle Says, Rom. 11. 23. And they also, if they abide not in unbelief, shall be grafted in, c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd cc pns32 av, cs pns32 vvb xx p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp, (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10207 for God is able to graft them: As who should say, If ever they have Faith, they are ingrafted into Christ; for God is able to grafted them: As who should say, If ever they have Faith, they Are ingrafted into christ; c-acp np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32: p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs av pns32 vhb n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10208 it is Faith that ingrafts a man into Christ, and the same Faith that makes a man to be of the Body of Christ, that puts a man into the number of the Members of Christ; it is Faith that ingrafts a man into christ, and the same Faith that makes a man to be of the Body of christ, that puts a man into the number of the Members of christ; pn31 vbz n1 cst n2 dt n1 p-acp np1, cc dt d n1 cst vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10209 as Paul saith, To Titus my Son in the common Faith, Tit. 1. 4. that is, it is such a Faith as doth not only ingraft this man into Christ, as Paul Says, To Titus my Son in the Common Faith, Tit. 1. 4. that is, it is such a Faith as does not only ingraft this man into christ, c-acp np1 vvz, p-acp np1 po11 n1 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd cst vbz, pn31 vbz d dt n1 c-acp vdz xx av-j vvn d n1 p-acp np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10210 but the very self-same Faith, another man having it, it doth ingraft him into the Body of Christ too: but the very selfsame Faith, Another man having it, it does ingraft him into the Body of christ too: cc-acp dt j j n1, j-jn n1 vhg pn31, pn31 vdz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av: (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10211 So that it is a common Faith, whereby one is ingrafted into the Body of Christ as well as another, So that it is a Common Faith, whereby one is ingrafted into the Body of christ as well as Another, av cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, c-crq pi vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av c-acp j-jn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10212 as Act. 2. 44. They were all of one minde, and one heart, they all hung together as one body, they imparted their gifts, as Act. 2. 44. They were all of one mind, and one heart, they all hung together as one body, they imparted their Gifts, c-acp n1 crd crd pns32 vbdr d pp-f crd n1, cc crd n1, pns32 d vvd av p-acp crd n1, pns32 vvd po32 n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10213 and things they had, even to their very Lands and Goods, one to another; here was a sweet communion: and things they had, even to their very Lands and Goods, one to Another; Here was a sweet communion: cc n2 pns32 vhd, av p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2-j, crd p-acp n-jn; av vbds dt j n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10214 but then, what was the reason of this? What was the Instrument that wrought this? It was Faith; but then, what was the reason of this? What was the Instrument that wrought this? It was Faith; cc-acp av, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d? q-crq vbds dt n1 cst vvd d? pn31 vbds n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10215 for the text saith, they were believers, or else they could not have done it: for the text Says, they were believers, or Else they could not have done it: p-acp dt n1 vvz, pns32 vbdr n2, cc av pns32 vmd xx vhi vdn pn31: (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10216 And therefore as we are said to come to Christ, so to the Body of Christ, And Therefore as we Are said to come to christ, so to the Body of christ, cc av c-acp pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 64
10217 as Heb. 12. 22. But ye are come to Mount Zion, to the City of the living God, the celestial Jerusalem, as Hebrew 12. 22. But you Are come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the celestial Jerusalem, c-acp np1 crd crd p-acp pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, dt j np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 65
10218 and to the company of innumerable Angels; and to the congregation of the first born, which are written in heaven. and to the company of innumerable Angels; and to the congregation of the First born, which Are written in heaven. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord vvn, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 65
10219 You are come, he speaks of a spiritual coming by Faith: So that this putting into the Body of Christ, is by Faith. You Are come, he speaks of a spiritual coming by Faith: So that this putting into the Body of christ, is by Faith. pn22 vbr vvn, pns31 vvz pp-f dt j n-vvg p-acp n1: av cst d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz p-acp n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 888 Page 65
10220 Then in the Third place, It makes a man have a common life with all the rest of the Members of Jesus Christ: Then in the Third place, It makes a man have a Common life with all the rest of the Members of jesus christ: av p-acp dt ord n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 vhi dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10221 As you may see, Col. 3. 4. When Christ which is our life shall appear; ye also shall appear with him in glory ▪ Christ who is our life; As you may see, Col. 3. 4. When christ which is our life shall appear; you also shall appear with him in glory ▪ christ who is our life; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd c-crq np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1 vmb vvi; pn22 av vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 ▪ np1 r-crq vbz po12 n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10222 We that are the people of God, Christ is our life, we have one and the self-same life, all one and the self-same minde in the wayes of God; We that Are the people of God, christ is our life, we have one and the selfsame life, all one and the selfsame mind in the ways of God; pns12 d vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vbz po12 n1, pns12 vhb crd cc dt j n1, d crd cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10223 As it is said, Act. 4. 32. The multitude of them that believed were of one heart and one soul; As it is said, Act. 4. 32. The multitude of them that believed were of one heart and one soul; c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f pno32 d vvn vbdr pp-f crd n1 cc crd n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10224 all the people of God in the whole world would quickly be acquainted if they were brought together, all the people of God in the Whole world would quickly be acquainted if they were brought together, d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmd av-j vbi vvn cs pns32 vbdr vvn av, (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10225 for they are all of one and the self-same disposition and mind; for they Are all of one and the selfsame disposition and mind; c-acp pns32 vbr d pp-f crd cc dt j n1 cc n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10226 As our Saviour speaks to his Father, Joh. 17. 21. That they all may be one, As our Saviour speaks to his Father, John 17. 21. That they all may be one, c-acp po12 n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd cst pns32 d vmb vbi pi, (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10227 as thou art in me, and I in thee, so that all they may be one in us: as thou art in me, and I in thee, so that all they may be one in us: c-acp pns21 vb2r p-acp pno11, cc pns11 p-acp pno21, av cst d pns32 vmb vbi pi p-acp pno12: (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10228 As the Three Persons in the blessed Trinity are three distinct Persons, and yet are all one; As the Three Persons in the blessed Trinity Are three distinct Persons, and yet Are all one; p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp dt j-vvn np1 vbr crd j n2, cc av vbr d pi; (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10229 so in some sense, the Members of the Body of Christ, though they be of several callings and conditions in the world, so in Some sense, the Members of the Body of christ, though they be of several callings and conditions in the world, av p-acp d n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pns32 vbb pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10230 yet they are all one, that they may be all one as we are one, vers. 21. They all live by the same rule, yet they Are all one, that they may be all one as we Are one, vers. 21. They all live by the same Rule, av pns32 vbr d pi, cst pns32 vmb vbi d crd c-acp pns12 vbr crd, fw-la. crd pns32 d vvb p-acp dt d n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10231 and walk by the same rule, they are all guided by the same Word, and swayed by the same Commandment, they all walk in one Way, they all Pray by one and the self-same Spirit, they have a life that is common: and walk by the same Rule, they Are all guided by the same Word, and swayed by the same Commandment, they all walk in one Way, they all Pray by one and the selfsame Spirit, they have a life that is Common: cc vvi p-acp dt d n1, pns32 vbr d vvn p-acp dt d n1, cc vvn p-acp dt d n1, pns32 d vvi p-acp crd n1, pns32 d vvb p-acp crd cc dt j n1, pns32 vhb dt n1 cst vbz j: (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10232 look as one lives, so lives another; look as one repents, so another repents; look as one believes, so another believes; look as one lives, so lives Another; look as one repents, so Another repents; look as one believes, so Another believes; vvb p-acp crd n2, av vvz j-jn; vvb p-acp pi vvz, av j-jn vvz; vvb p-acp pi vvz, av j-jn vvz; (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10233 and look as one apprehends of God, and comes before him with affection, and fear, and trembling, so doth another; and look as one apprehends of God, and comes before him with affection, and Fear, and trembling, so does Another; cc vvb c-acp pi vvz pp-f np1, cc vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j-vvg, av vdz j-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10234 though they never saw one another, yet they all meet in the same life, for they have the same root of life, the same cause of life. though they never saw one Another, yet they all meet in the same life, for they have the same root of life, the same cause of life. cs pns32 av-x vvd pi j-jn, av pns32 d vvi p-acp dt d n1, c-acp pns32 vhb dt d n1 pp-f n1, dt d n1 pp-f n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 889 Page 65
10235 In the Fourth place, It makes a man to be of one consent with all the people of God every where; As you may see, Zeph. 3. 9. For then will I turn to the people a pure language, that they may all call upon the Name of the Lord, to serve him with one consent. In the Fourth place, It makes a man to be of one consent with all the people of God every where; As you may see, Zephaniah 3. 9. For then will I turn to the people a pure language, that they may all call upon the Name of the Lord, to serve him with one consent. p-acp dt ord n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f crd n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 d q-crq; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd p-acp av vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp crd n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10236 The Lord helps them all to Pray after one pure language, and gives them all one pure consent in the Service of God (though it is in different degrees indeed, one ariseth to an higher pitch than another) therefore the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 1. 10. Now I beseech you brethren, by the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, that ye speak all the same things, that there be no divisions among you: The Lord helps them all to Pray After one pure language, and gives them all one pure consent in the Service of God (though it is in different Degrees indeed, one arises to an higher pitch than Another) Therefore the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 1. 10. Now I beseech you brothers, by the Name of the Lord jesus christ, that you speak all the same things, that there be no divisions among you: dt n1 vvz pno32 d pc-acp vvi p-acp crd j n1, cc vvz pno32 d crd j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (cs pn31 vbz p-acp j n2 av, pi vvz p-acp dt jc n1 cs j-jn) av dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd av pns11 vvb pn22 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cst pn22 vvb d dt d n2, cst pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp pn22: (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10237 As who should say, All the Members of Christ are so, I beseech you endeavour to have this sign of being Members of Christ, be all joyned together in the same mind; As who should say, All the Members of christ Are so, I beseech you endeavour to have this Signen of being Members of christ, be all joined together in the same mind; p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb pc-acp vhi d n1 pp-f vbg n2 pp-f np1, vbb d vvn av p-acp dt d n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10238 it is true, that this union, and consent, and agreement, and oneness of heart and mind (as I may call it) is very imperfect, it is true, that this Union, and consent, and agreement, and oneness of heart and mind (as I may call it) is very imperfect, pn31 vbz j, cst d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31) vbz av j, (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10239 but in some it is more imperfect then it is in other; but in Some it is more imperfect then it is in other; cc-acp p-acp d pn31 vbz av-dc j cs pn31 vbz p-acp n-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10240 some have attained to a further degree, there is a great deal of unlikeness of affections, a great deal of unlikeness in Prayer, a great deal of unlikeness in Obedience, there is a great deal of jarrings now and then through weakness; Some have attained to a further degree, there is a great deal of unlikeness of affections, a great deal of unlikeness in Prayer, a great deal of unlikeness in obedience, there is a great deal of jarrings now and then through weakness; d vhb vvn p-acp dt jc n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n2, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 av cc av p-acp n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10241 but as the Apostle saith, As far as we have attained, let us be thus minded, Phil. 3. 15, 16. Let us walk by the same rule, and mind the same things; but as the Apostle Says, As Far as we have attained, let us be thus minded, Philip 3. 15, 16. Let us walk by the same Rule, and mind the same things; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, vvb pno12 vbi av vvn, np1 crd crd, crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt d n1, cc vvi dt d n2; (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10242 the Children of God throughout the whole world, they are of one mind, as far as they have attained, the Children of God throughout the Whole world, they Are of one mind, as Far as they have attained, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pns32 vbr pp-f crd n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vhb vvn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10243 though in Faith, in Repentance, in new Obedience they differ gradually in their attainments, yet they all agree in this consent of judgment, That sin must be hated, that a man must live in no sin, that a man must yield Obedience to all Gods commandments, that a man must deny himself in all things, that in all things God must be glorified; though in Faith, in Repentance, in new obedience they differ gradually in their attainments, yet they all agree in this consent of judgement, That since must be hated, that a man must live in no since, that a man must yield obedience to all God's Commandments, that a man must deny himself in all things, that in all things God must be glorified; cs p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp j n1 pns32 vvb av-jn p-acp po32 n2, av pns32 d vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dx n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d ng1 n2, cst dt n1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp d n2, cst p-acp d n2 np1 vmb vbi vvn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10244 they all agree that we are Members one of another, and that we must love one another, they all agree that we Are Members one of Another, and that we must love one Another, pns32 d vvb cst pns12 vbr n2 crd pp-f n-jn, cc cst pns12 vmb vvi pi j-jn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10245 and forgive one another, as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven us; they all agree in this, They are all of one mind: and forgive one Another, as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven us; they all agree in this, They Are all of one mind: cc vvb pi j-jn, c-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1 vhz vvn pno12; pns32 d vvi p-acp d, pns32 vbr d pp-f crd n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 65
10246 and as one is mortified, so is the other; and as one is meek and gentle, so is the other: and as one is mortified, so is the other; and as one is meek and gentle, so is the other: cc c-acp pi vbz vvn, av vbz dt j-jn; cc c-acp pi vbz j cc j, av vbz dt n-jn: (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 66
10247 It is true indeed, one hath attained further then another; but whereunto they have attained, they are all alike minded: It is true indeed, one hath attained further then Another; but whereunto they have attained, they Are all alike minded: pn31 vbz j av, pi vhz vvn av-jc cs j-jn; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhb vvn, pns32 vbr av-d av-j vvn: (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 66
10248 Now whereunto we have not attained, God will reveal it in his good time unto us, saith the Apostle: Now whereunto we have not attained, God will reveal it in his good time unto us, Says the Apostle: av c-crq pns12 vhb xx vvn, np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp pno12, vvz dt n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 66
10249 May be one seeth such a thing is a duty, which another doth not, yet all see that it is their duty to fear God, May be one sees such a thing is a duty, which Another does not, yet all see that it is their duty to Fear God, vmb vbi crd vvz d dt n1 vbz dt n1, r-crq j-jn vdz xx, av d vvb cst pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 66
10250 and obey him in all their wayes, and they all set themselves to hate and oppose all manner of known sins: and obey him in all their ways, and they all Set themselves to hate and oppose all manner of known Sins: cc vvi pno31 p-acp d po32 n2, cc pns32 d vvd px32 p-acp n1 cc vvi d n1 pp-f j-vvn n2: (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 66
10251 As far as they have attained, they are all of one minde. As Far as they have attained, they Are all of one mind. c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vhb vvn, pns32 vbr d pp-f crd n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 890 Page 66
10252 Fifthly, All this is for mutual profit, and help, and care, and sympathy, as you may see delivered by the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. That it must be for mutual profit, see the seventh vers. The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal; Fifthly, All this is for mutual profit, and help, and care, and Sympathy, as you may see Delivered by the Apostle, 1 Cor. 12. That it must be for mutual profit, see the seventh vers. The manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal; ord, d d vbz p-acp j n1, cc vvi, cc n1, cc n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi vvn p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j n1, vvb dt ord fw-la. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi av; (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10253 that is, when the Spirit of God doth manifest himself in one man one way, and in another man another way; that is, when the Spirit of God does manifest himself in one man one Way, and in Another man Another Way; d vbz, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi px31 p-acp crd n1 crd n1, cc p-acp j-jn n1 j-jn n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10254 he gives one man (may be) the gift of Teaching, to another man the gift of Knowledge; he gives one man (may be) the gift of Teaching, to Another man the gift of Knowledge; pns31 vvz crd n1 (vmb vbi) dt n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp j-jn n1 dt n1 pp-f n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10255 some have excellent gifts in one kind, some in another (but all have the gifts of new Obedience.) Now look whatsoever gifts they are, whensoever the Spirit doth manifest it self to any Member of the Body of Christ, it is to be helpful and useful to others, Some have excellent Gifts in one kind, Some in Another (but all have the Gifts of new obedience.) Now look whatsoever Gifts they Are, whensoever the Spirit does manifest it self to any Member of the Body of christ, it is to be helpful and useful to Others, d vhb j n2 p-acp crd n1, d p-acp n-jn (cc-acp d vhb dt n2 pp-f j n1.) av vvb r-crq n2 pns32 vbr, c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp n2-jn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10256 so that the Members of Christ need one another: so that the Members of christ need one Another: av cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi pi j-jn: (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10257 that you may see, vers. 21, 22. The eye cannot say to the hand, I have no need of thee: that you may see, vers. 21, 22. The eye cannot say to the hand, I have no need of thee: cst pn22 vmb vvi, fw-la. crd, crd dt n1 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21: (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10258 nor the head to the foot, I have no need of thee, &c. We cannot be without the poorest, nor the head to the foot, I have no need of thee, etc. We cannot be without the Poorest, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vhb dx n1 pp-f pno21, av pns12 vmbx vbi p-acp dt js, (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10259 and vilest, and contemptiblest Member in the Body; nay, the very life of the Body may depend upon the vilest Members. and Vilest, and contemptiblest Member in the Body; nay, the very life of the Body may depend upon the Vilest Members. cc js, cc js n1 p-acp dt n1; uh-x, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt js n2. (11) treatise (DIV2) 891 Page 66
10260 So again, That they are to care for one another; So again, That they Are to care for one Another; av av, cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp crd j-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10261 That you may see in the 25. verse; Lest there should be any division in the Body, That you may see in the 25. verse; Lest there should be any division in the Body, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd n1; cs pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10262 but that the Members should have the same care one for another. but that the Members should have the same care one for Another. cc-acp cst dt n2 vmd vhi dt d vvb pi p-acp n-jn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10263 You see how it is in the Body of a man, the head hath care of the feet, it guides the feet; You see how it is in the Body of a man, the head hath care of the feet, it guides the feet; pn22 vvb c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vhz n1 pp-f dt n2, pn31 vvz dt n2; (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10264 and the foot hath care of the head, to hold it up, and carry it up and down; and the foot hath care of the head, to hold it up, and carry it up and down; cc dt n1 vhz n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, cc vvi pn31 a-acp cc a-acp; (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10265 and the hand is useful for the relieving of any part, they have all the same care one of another, and the hand is useful for the relieving of any part, they have all the same care one of Another, cc dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, pns32 vhb d dt d n1 crd pp-f n-jn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10266 so it is in the Body of Christ. so it is in the Body of christ. av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10267 And for a Sympathy, see it in the 26. verse, Wherefore if one Member suffer, all suffer with it; And for a sympathy, see it in the 26. verse, Wherefore if one Member suffer, all suffer with it; cc p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 p-acp dt crd n1, c-crq cs crd n1 vvi, d vvb p-acp pn31; (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10268 and if one Member rejoyce, all rejoyce with it; all have a fellow-feeling of one anothers necessities and comforts. and if one Member rejoice, all rejoice with it; all have a fellow-feeling of one another's necessities and comforts. cc cs crd n1 vvi, d vvb p-acp pn31; d vhb dt n1 pp-f crd j-jn n2 cc n2. (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10269 Therefore when the Spirit of God doth implant a man into the Body of Christ, it is all one with the implanting a man into Christ, he doth give him a common life, one minde and heart, he doth give them all natural help, Therefore when the Spirit of God does implant a man into the Body of christ, it is all one with the implanting a man into christ, he does give him a Common life, one mind and heart, he does give them all natural help, av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz d pi p-acp dt n-vvg dt n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vdz vvi pno31 dt j n1, crd n1 cc n1, pns31 vdz vvi pno32 d j n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10270 and natural care one of another, for they have need one of another. and natural care one of Another, for they have need one of Another. cc j n1 crd pp-f n-jn, c-acp pns32 vhb n1 crd pp-f n-jn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 892 Page 66
10271 In the Third place we must shew, That the Spirit doth this, And why he doth it. In the Third place we must show, That the Spirit does this, And why he does it. p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 vdz d, cc c-crq pns31 vdz pn31. (11) treatise (DIV2) 893 Page 66
10272 First, That it is the Spirit that unites and tyeth all these Members together; This makes them hang together; First, That it is the Spirit that unites and tyeth all these Members together; This makes them hang together; ord, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz d d n2 av; d vvz pno32 vvi av; (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10273 therefore it is called, the unity of the Spirit, Eph. 4. 3. He exhorts the Ephesians that were the Members of Christ, to keep the unity of the Spirit; Therefore it is called, the unity of the Spirit, Ephesians 4. 3. He exhorts the Ephesians that were the Members of christ, to keep the unity of the Spirit; av pn31 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvz dt np1 cst vbdr dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10274 because as the Members of Christ are united to Christ, so they are united mutually by the Spirit; Because as the Members of christ Are united to christ, so they Are united mutually by the Spirit; c-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp np1, av pns32 vbr vvn av-j p-acp dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10275 Therefore take heed (saith the Apostle) to keep the unity of the Spirit, that you may be of one mind, and one heart: Therefore take heed (Says the Apostle) to keep the unity of the Spirit, that you may be of one mind, and one heart: av vvb n1 (vvz dt n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn22 vmb vbi pp-f crd n1, cc crd n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10276 Therefore the Apostle speaking of the Body of Christ, he compares it to a building; Therefore the Apostle speaking of the Body of christ, he compares it to a building; av dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10277 A building consists of divers bricks, and stones, and timber, which being joyned together, make up an house: A building consists of diverse bricks, and stones, and timber, which being joined together, make up an house: dt n1 vvz pp-f j n2, cc n2, cc n1, r-crq vbg vvn av, vvb a-acp dt n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10278 So the Members of Christ being joyned together, make up an house for God to dwell in: So the Members of christ being joined together, make up an house for God to dwell in: av dt n2 pp-f np1 vbg vvn av, vvb a-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp: (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10279 But who makes this? The text saith, the Spirit of God, Eph. 2. 22. The Spirit of God makes up this blessed building, all the elect of God, all the faithful, all the heirs of Grace in the world, are as an house or body: But who makes this? The text Says, the Spirit of God, Ephesians 2. 22. The Spirit of God makes up this blessed building, all the elect of God, all the faithful, all the Heirs of Grace in the world, Are as an house or body: cc-acp q-crq vvz d? dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz a-acp d j-vvn n1, d dt j-vvn pp-f np1, d dt j, d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbr p-acp dt n1 cc n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 66
10280 though there be never so many parts in it, yet they make all but one body or house, so it is here; though there be never so many parts in it, yet they make all but one body or house, so it is Here; cs pc-acp vbb av-x av d n2 p-acp pn31, av pns32 vvb d p-acp crd n1 cc n1, av pn31 vbz av; (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 67
10281 Now the Spirit unites these, and layes them artificially together, so that they may prop one another. Now the Spirit unites these, and lays them artificially together, so that they may prop one Another. av dt n1 vvz d, cc vvz pno32 av-j av, av cst pns32 vmb vvi pi j-jn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 67
10282 Ezek. 11. 19. The Lord there speaking of his Elect, I will give them (saith he) one heart, and make them of one mind; Ezekiel 11. 19. The Lord there speaking of his Elect, I will give them (Says he) one heart, and make them of one mind; np1 crd crd dt n1 a-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno32 (vvz pns31) crd n1, cc vvi pno32 a-acp crd n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 67
10283 How will he do it? I will put a new Spirit within them; And so he makes them to be of one and the self-same mind. How will he do it? I will put a new Spirit within them; And so he makes them to be of one and the selfsame mind. c-crq vmb pns31 vdi pn31? pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32; cc av pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi pp-f crd cc dt j n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 894 Page 67
10284 Now the Reason, Why the Spirit of God doth do this, is, First, Because none else besides the Spirit is able to do it: Now the Reason, Why the Spirit of God does doe this, is, First, Because none Else beside the Spirit is able to do it: av dt n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz n1 d, vbz, ord, p-acp pix av p-acp dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi pn31: (11) treatise (DIV2) 895 Page 67
10285 For by nature we are wofully and fearfully different from the Body of Christ, we are of another nature, of another kind, of another life; For by nature we Are woefully and fearfully different from the Body of christ, we Are of Another nature, of Another kind, of Another life; p-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vbr av-j cc av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr a-acp j-jn n1, pp-f j-jn n1, pp-f j-jn n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10286 nay, we are contrary to it: all the Members of Christ, they are as young sucking children; nay, we Are contrary to it: all the Members of christ, they Are as young sucking children; uh-x, pns12 vbr j-jn p-acp pn31: d dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr a-acp j j-vvg n2; (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10287 but wicked men, and all men by nature are Lions, and Leopards, and Bears, and Tigers, but wicked men, and all men by nature Are Lions, and Leopards, and Bears, and Tigers, cc-acp j n2, cc d n2 p-acp n1 vbr n2, cc n2, cc vvz, cc n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10288 as the Prophet speaks, Isa. 11. 6. 7. Now the Prophet there speaking how Christ means to effect it, is to unite these together, to make the Lion and the Lamb to have communion together, to make the Bear and the Kid to lye down together: as the Prophet speaks, Isaiah 11. 6. 7. Now the Prophet there speaking how christ means to Effect it, is to unite these together, to make the lion and the Lamb to have communion together, to make the Bear and the Kid to lie down together: c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd crd av dt n1 a-acp vvg c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, vbz pc-acp vvi d av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vhi n1 av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp av: (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10289 Mark how he sheweth how Christ will do it, in the second verse of the same Chapter, the text saith, The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him; he speaks of Christ; Mark how he shows how christ will do it, in the second verse of the same Chapter, the text Says, The Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him; he speaks of christ; vvb c-crq pns31 vvz c-crq np1 vmb vdi pn31, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt d n1, dt n1 vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; pns31 vvz pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10290 that is, whereas this requires a great deal of power to do this, to make a man to be clean contrary to his nature; that is, whereas this requires a great deal of power to do this, to make a man to be clean contrary to his nature; d vbz, cs d vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j j-jn p-acp po31 n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10291 whenas a mans nature is carnal, and wicked, and earthly, to make him of the Body of Christ; whenas a men nature is carnal, and wicked, and earthly, to make him of the Body of christ; cs dt ng1 n1 vbz j, cc j, cc j, pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10292 therefore saith the text, The Spirit of Might shall be upon him, &c. There is a great deal of Might required to turn their dispositions: Therefore Says the text, The Spirit of Might shall be upon him, etc. There is a great deal of Might required to turn their dispositions: av vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f vmd vmb vbi p-acp pno31, av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f vmd vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2: (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10293 it is a mighty thing to change a man that is a drunkard, a proud person, a wicked wretch; it is a mighty thing to change a man that is a drunkard, a proud person, a wicked wretch; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz dt n1, dt j n1, dt j n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10294 to turn this man topsie-turvy, to make him mind other things, to make him clean another man; this requires infinite wisdom: to turn this man topsie-turvy, to make him mind other things, to make him clean Another man; this requires infinite Wisdom: pc-acp vvi d n1 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j j-jn n1; d vvz j n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10295 Therefore the Spirit of Wisdom shall rest upon him to do it; and the Spirit of Knowledge, and the Spirit of the Fear of the Lord; Therefore the Spirit of Wisdom shall rest upon him to do it; and the Spirit of Knowledge, and the Spirit of the fear of the Lord; av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31; cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10296 that is, the Lord Jesus shall put in the Spirit of Fear into mens hearts, and this will turn them, this will alter mens minds, and conversations. that is, the Lord jesus shall put in the Spirit of fear into men's hearts, and this will turn them, this will altar men's minds, and conversations. cst vbz, dt n1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng2 n2, cc d vmb vvi pno32, d vmb vvi ng2 n2, cc n2. (11) treatise (DIV2) 896 Page 67
10297 Secondly, There is none so fit as the Spirit of God to do it: Secondly, There is none so fit as the Spirit of God to do it: ord, pc-acp vbz pix av j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi pn31: (11) treatise (DIV2) 897 Page 67
10298 For this Body of Christ, it is a company of Sons and Daughters that God hath up and down in the world, that are able to cry, Abba Father: For this Body of christ, it is a company of Sons and Daughters that God hath up and down in the world, that Are able to cry, Abba Father: p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 cst np1 vhz a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst vbr j pc-acp vvi, np1 n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 897 Page 67
10299 now who is so fit to do this as the Spirit of the Son? As the Apostle saith, That he might redeem them that were under the Law, that they might receive the Adoption of Sons, Gal. 4. 5. now who is so fit to do this as the Spirit of the Son? As the Apostle Says, That he might Redeem them that were under the Law, that they might receive the Adoption of Sons, Gal. 4. 5. av q-crq vbz av j pc-acp vdi d c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? p-acp dt n1 vvz, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 cst vbdr p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd crd (11) treatise (DIV2) 897 Page 67
10300 Fourthly, How the Spirit of God doth this; and that is Two wayes, as the Scripture reveals to us. Fourthly, How the Spirit of God does this; and that is Two ways, as the Scripture reveals to us. ord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz d; cc d vbz crd n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12. (11) treatise (DIV2) 898 Page 67
10301 The One is, By being one and the same Spirit in all the Members of Christ: The One is, By being one and the same Spirit in all the Members of christ: dt crd vbz, p-acp vbg crd cc dt d n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 899 Page 67
10302 He comes into them, and dwells in them as one and the self-same Spirit, and so makes up this union: He comes into them, and dwells in them as one and the selfsame Spirit, and so makes up this Union: pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp crd cc dt j n1, cc av vvz a-acp d n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 899 Page 67
10303 The same Spirit that was in Paul, was in Peter; and so all the rest of the Members of Christ one and the self-same Spirit is in them, 1 Cor. 3. 16. Know ye not that yeare the Temple of God, The same Spirit that was in Paul, was in Peter; and so all the rest of the Members of christ one and the selfsame Spirit is in them, 1 Cor. 3. 16. Know you not that year the Temple of God, dt d n1 cst vbds p-acp np1, vbds p-acp np1; cc av d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 crd cc dt j n1 vbz p-acp pno32, crd np1 crd crd vvb pn22 xx d n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 899 Page 67
10304 and that the Spirit dwelleth in you? Therefore look what Spirit of Faith one man hath, another comes to have the same Spirit of Faith: and that the Spirit dwells in you? Therefore look what Spirit of Faith one man hath, Another comes to have the same Spirit of Faith: cc cst dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22? av vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n1 crd n1 vhz, j-jn vvz pc-acp vhi dt d n1 pp-f n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 899 Page 67
10305 as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 4. 13. We having the same Spirit of Faith with them, as the Apostle speaks, 2 Cor. 4. 13. We having the same Spirit of Faith with them, c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd pns12 vhg dt d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (11) treatise (DIV2) 899 Page 67
10306 as it is written, I believe, and therefore I speak; so we believe, and therefore we speak. as it is written, I believe, and Therefore I speak; so we believe, and Therefore we speak. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns11 vvb, cc av pns11 vvb; av pns12 vvb, cc av pns12 vvb. (11) treatise (DIV2) 899 Page 67
10307 Secondly, The Spirit doth this by uniting and tying a knot between these Members: He doth unite them, Secondly, The Spirit does this by uniting and tying a knot between these Members: He does unite them, ord, dt n1 vdz d p-acp n-vvg cc vvg dt n1 p-acp d n2: pns31 vdz vvi pno32, (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 67
10308 and make them hang together in one; and make them hang together in one; cc vvi pno32 vvi av p-acp pi; (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 67
10309 he makes them to be of one heart, and of one soul by knitting and combining of their hearts all together: he makes them to be of one heart, and of one soul by knitting and combining of their hearts all together: pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi pp-f crd n1, cc pp-f crd n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 n2 d av: (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 67
10310 Therefore this fellowship is called the fellowship of the Spirit, Phil. 2. 1. Though Paul were far off from Philippi, yet he could adjure the Philippians by the fellowship of the Spirit. Therefore this fellowship is called the fellowship of the Spirit, Philip 2. 1. Though Paul were Far off from Philippi, yet he could adjure the Philippians by the fellowship of the Spirit. av d n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cs np1 vbdr av-j a-acp p-acp np1, av pns31 vmd vvb dt njp2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 67
10311 But you will say, How can this be? Can the people of God have communion and fellowship one with another when they are so far asunder one from another, But you will say, How can this be? Can the people of God have communion and fellowship one with Another when they Are so Far asunder one from Another, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vmb d vbi? vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb n1 cc n1 crd p-acp j-jn c-crq pns32 vbr av av-j av crd p-acp n-jn, (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10312 and may be never saw one another, may be never heard one of another? How can this be? I say, Very well: and may be never saw one Another, may be never herd one of Another? How can this be? I say, Very well: cc vmb vbi av vvd pi j-jn, vmb vbi av-x vvn crd pp-f n-jn? q-crq vmb d vbi? pns11 vvb, av av: (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10313 for the Spirit of God hath a long arm, and is able to make the people of God shake hands, for the Spirit of God hath a long arm, and is able to make the people of God shake hands, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt j n1, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb n2, (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10314 though they be a thousand miles asunder; it is the Spirit that tyeth this knot, and unites them together: though they be a thousand miles asunder; it is the Spirit that tyeth this knot, and unites them together: cs pns32 vbb dt crd n2 av; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz d n1, cc vvz pno32 av: (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10315 As Paul speaks, Col. 2. 5. Though I be absent in the Flesh, yet I am present with you in the Spirit; As Paul speaks, Col. 2. 5. Though I be absent in the Flesh, yet I am present with you in the Spirit; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd cs pns11 vbb j p-acp dt n1, av pns11 vbm j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10316 and methinks I am in your company and meetings; when you meet together; I see you in my mind methinks, and I joy in your order: and methinks I am in your company and meetings; when you meet together; I see you in my mind methinks, and I joy in your order: cc vvz pns11 vbm p-acp po22 n1 cc n2; c-crq pn22 vvb av; pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp po11 n1 vvz, cc pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10317 The Spirit makes the communion between the people of God; The Spirit makes the communion between the people of God; dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10318 and hence it is that they can love one another, because all the Members are tyed together by one knot; and hence it is that they can love one Another, Because all the Members Are tied together by one knot; cc av pn31 vbz d pns32 vmb vvi pi j-jn, c-acp d dt n2 vbr vvn av p-acp crd n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10319 and they come to help one another, and do any thing one for another; and they come to help one Another, and do any thing one for Another; cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, cc vdb d n1 crd p-acp n-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10320 even by the very love of the Spirit which they have one towards another, Rom. 15 30. The Apostle had some need of the good Romans to help him: even by the very love of the Spirit which they have one towards Another, Rom. 15 30. The Apostle had Some need of the good Romans to help him: av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb pi p-acp n-jn, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhd d n1 pp-f dt j np1 pc-acp vvi pno31: (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10321 Now see how he doth intreat help from them: he desires them by the love of the Spirit, to pray heartily for him: Now see how he does entreat help from them: he Desires them by the love of the Spirit, to pray heartily for him: av vvb c-crq pns31 vdz vvi n1 p-acp pno32: pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31: (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10322 he knew that the love of the Spirit would be a great motive to them: he knew that the love of the Spirit would be a great motive to them: pns31 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp pno32: (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10323 you know you and I are joyned together by the same Spirit, for the love of the Spirit pray for me. you know you and I Are joined together by the same Spirit, for the love of the Spirit pray for me. pn22 vvb pn22 cc pns11 vbr vvn av p-acp dt d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp pno11. (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10324 Thus we see, First, What this Body of Christ is. Secondly, What the putting a man into this Body is. Thus we see, First, What this Body of christ is. Secondly, What the putting a man into this Body is. av pns12 vvb, ord, q-crq d n1 pp-f np1 vbz. ord, r-crq dt vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz. (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10325 Thirdly, The Reasons why. Fourthly, How the Spirit doth it. Now I come to the Ʋses. Thirdly, The Reasons why. Fourthly, How the Spirit does it. Now I come to the Ʋses. ord, dt n2 c-crq. ord, c-crq dt n1 vdz pn31. av pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2. (11) treatise (DIV2) 900 Page 88
10326 And First, Is it so that the Spirit of God doth unite all the Saints of God together in one Body? Then here we may see the reason of the difference of men in the world: The difference of our Congregations; And First, Is it so that the Spirit of God does unite all the Saints of God together in one Body? Then Here we may see the reason of the difference of men in the world: The difference of our Congregations; cc ord, vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 av p-acp crd n1? av av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1: dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (11) treatise (DIV2) 902 Page 88
10327 some companies that hang together are of one mind, another of another mind; the reason is, they have a different Spirit; Some companies that hang together Are of one mind, Another of Another mind; the reason is, they have a different Spirit; d n2 cst vvb av vbr pp-f crd n1, j-jn pp-f j-jn n1; dt n1 vbz, pns32 vhb dt j n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 902 Page 88
10328 but all the Saints of God have the Spirit of God which makes them hang together; but all the Saints of God have the Spirit of God which makes them hang together; cc-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz pno32 vvi av; (11) treatise (DIV2) 902 Page 88
10329 and the wicked, they have another Spirit. and the wicked, they have Another Spirit. cc dt j, pns32 vhb j-jn n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 902 Page 88
10330 Secondly, Doth the Spirit of God joyn all the Saints of God together in one Body? Then that which God hath joyned together, let no man put asunder. Secondly, Does the Spirit of God join all the Saints of God together in one Body? Then that which God hath joined together, let no man put asunder. ord, vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1 av p-acp crd n1? av cst r-crq np1 vhz vvn av, vvb dx n1 vvi av. (11) treatise (DIV2) 903 Page 88
10331 It is spoken in regard of man and wife; It is spoken in regard of man and wife; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 903 Page 88
10332 if it be such a horrible thing to part man and wife, then what a horrible thing is it to part Saint and Saint that are joyned together by the Spirit of God; if it be such a horrible thing to part man and wife, then what a horrible thing is it to part Saint and Saint that Are joined together by the Spirit of God; cs pn31 vbb d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, av q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 cst vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 903 Page 88
10333 this blessed communion of the Spirit, what a fearful thing is it for a man to root it out? When there shall be heart-burnings and strivings between those that are the children of God, what a fearful thing is this? Is the number of those that fear God so great, that we can spare any? Or are the Graces of Gods Spirit Wilderness Graces, that can walk alone and need no help from, this blessed communion of the Spirit, what a fearful thing is it for a man to root it out? When there shall be heartburnings and strivings between those that Are the children of God, what a fearful thing is this? Is the number of those that Fear God so great, that we can spare any? Or Are the Graces of God's Spirit Wilderness Graces, that can walk alone and need no help from, d j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av? c-crq a-acp vmb vbi n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp d cst vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq dt j n1 vbz d? vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb np1 av j, cst pns12 vmb vvi d? cc vbr dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 n1 n2, cst vmb vvi av-j cc vvb dx n1 p-acp, (11) treatise (DIV2) 903 Page 88
10334 or can do no good to others? Therefore the Apostle prayeth God in the behalf of the Corinthians, That the Members of Christ may be of one minde, or can do no good to Others? Therefore the Apostle Prayeth God in the behalf of the Corinthians, That the Members of christ may be of one mind, cc vmb vdi dx j p-acp n2-jn? av dt n1 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi pp-f crd n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 903 Page 88
10335 and live in peace, 2 Cor. 13. 11. Thirdly, Here we may see how to try our acquaintance, and whether the company we joyn our selves unto, be good or no: and live in peace, 2 Cor. 13. 11. Thirdly, Here we may see how to try our acquaintance, and whither the company we join our selves unto, be good or no: cc vvi p-acp n1, crd np1 crd crd ord, av pns12 vmb vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc cs dt n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp, vbb j cc dx: (11) treatise (DIV2) 903 Page 88
10336 If our company be right, the Spirit of God tyeth the knot; If our company be right, the Spirit of God tyeth the knot; cs po12 n1 vbi j-jn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 88
10337 therefore the Apostle will tell you, whether you have the right communion and fellowship, or no; Therefore the Apostle will tell you, whither you have the right communion and fellowship, or no; av dt n1 vmb vvi pn22, cs pn22 vhb dt j-jn n1 cc n1, cc av-dx; (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 88
10338 try the spirits, whether they be of God or no, saith he, If the fellowship we have one with another be not of God, try the spirits, whither they be of God or no, Says he, If the fellowship we have one with Another be not of God, vvb dt n2, cs pns32 vbb pp-f np1 cc uh-dx, vvz pns31, cs dt n1 pns12 vhb crd p-acp j-jn vbi xx pp-f np1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 88
10339 if the Spirit of God do not knit us together, our fellowship is not right. if the Spirit of God do not knit us together, our fellowship is not right. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdb xx vvi pno12 av, po12 n1 vbz xx j-jn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 88
10340 1. Joh. 1. 3. there is an excellent place, That they may have fellowship with us (saith he) and truly our fellowship is with the Father, 1. John 1. 3. there is an excellent place, That they may have fellowship with us (Says he) and truly our fellowship is with the Father, crd np1 crd crd a-acp vbz dt j n1, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno12 (vvz pns31) cc av-j po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 88
10341 and with his Son Jesus Christ: As who should say, We would fain have you have fellowship with us; and with his Son jesus christ: As who should say, We would fain have you have fellowship with us; cc p-acp po31 n1 np1 np1: p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pns12 vmd av-j vhi pn22 vhb n1 p-acp pno12; (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 88
10342 and I tell you what kind of fellowship you must have, if you be acquainted with us, you must have fellowship with the father, and I tell you what kind of fellowship you must have, if you be acquainted with us, you must have fellowship with the father, cc pns11 vvb pn22 r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vmb vhi, cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp pno12, pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 89
10343 and with the Lord Jesus Christ, for our fellowship is with the Father and his Son Jesus Christ: and with the Lord jesus christ, for our fellowship is with the Father and his Son jesus christ: cc p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1 np1 np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 89
10344 so that we may see, whether our Company be right or no, by this. so that we may see, whither our Company be right or no, by this. av cst pns12 vmb vvi, cs po12 n1 vbi j-jn cc uh-dx, p-acp d. (11) treatise (DIV2) 904 Page 89
10345 The Last Ʋse is this, Is it so that the Spirit of God joyns all the Saints of God together in one Body? Then we should have a fellow-feeling with all the Members of Christ: The Last Ʋse is this, Is it so that the Spirit of God joins all the Saints of God together in one Body? Then we should have a fellow-feeling with all the Members of christ: dt vvb j vbz d, vbz pn31 av cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d dt n2 pp-f np1 av p-acp crd n1? av pns12 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1: (11) treatise (DIV2) 905 Page 89
10346 Do not say thou art a Member of the Church of England, and not of France, or Germany; do not say thou art a Member of this Parish, but not of another; Do not say thou art a Member of the Church of England, and not of France, or Germany; do not say thou art a Member of this Parish, but not of Another; vdb xx vvi pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc xx pp-f np1, cc np1; vdb xx vvi pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp xx pp-f j-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 905 Page 89
10347 do not say so, for if thou art a Member of Christ, there is one Body, and one Spirit, Eph. 4. 4. If there be one Body, there must be one Spirit; and therefore we should have a fellow-feeling. do not say so, for if thou art a Member of christ, there is one Body, and one Spirit, Ephesians 4. 4. If there be one Body, there must be one Spirit; and Therefore we should have a fellow-feeling. vdb xx vvi av, c-acp cs pns21 vb2r dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vbz crd n1, cc crd n1, np1 crd crd cs pc-acp vbb crd n1, a-acp vmb vbi crd n1; cc av pns12 vmd vhi dt n1. (11) treatise (DIV2) 905 Page 89
10348 But how shall we have a fellow-feeling with the Members of Christ? But how shall we have a fellow-feeling with the Members of christ? cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? (11) treatise (DIV2) 906 Page 89
10349 I say, First, We must inform our selves as much as we can concerning one another; I say, First, We must inform our selves as much as we can Concerning one Another; pns11 vvb, ord, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 c-acp d c-acp pns12 vmb vvg pi j-jn; (11) treatise (DIV2) 907 Page 89
10350 As when the Ark of God was among the Philistims, old Eli, though he gave way too far to his Sons wickednesse, As when the Ark of God was among the philistines, old Eli, though he gave Way too Far to his Sons wickedness, c-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp dt njp2, j np1, c-acp pns31 vvd n1 av av-j p-acp po31 ng1 n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 907 Page 89
10351 yet was he very careful of the Ark and people of God; yet was he very careful of the Ark and people of God; av vbds pns31 av j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 907 Page 89
10352 and therefore (1 Sam. 4. 13, 14.) he went out and sate in the high-way, that so he might hear, in the first place, what was the news; and Therefore (1 Sam. 4. 13, 14.) he went out and sat in the highway, that so he might hear, in the First place, what was the news; cc av (vvd np1 crd crd, crd) pns31 vvd av cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cst av pns31 vmd vvi, p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbds dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 907 Page 89
10353 and you know how his heart trembled when he heard that the Ark of God was taken: and you know how his heart trembled when he herd that the Ark of God was taken: cc pn22 vvb c-crq po31 n1 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn: (11) treatise (DIV2) 907 Page 89
10354 So it was with David, when any came out of the Camp of Israel, he saith to them, What is done I pray thee? 2 Sam. 1. 4. So we should enquire concerning one another. So it was with David, when any Come out of the Camp of Israel, he Says to them, What is done I pray thee? 2 Sam. 1. 4. So we should inquire Concerning one Another. av pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq d vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, q-crq vbz vdn pns11 vvb pno21? crd np1 crd crd av pns12 vmd vvi vvg pi j-jn. (11) treatise (DIV2) 907 Page 89
10355 Secondly, We should visit our fellow-members: Secondly, We should visit our Fellow members: ord, pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2: (11) treatise (DIV2) 908 Page 89
10356 As it is said of Moses, though he were a great Courtier in Pharaoh 's Court, As it is said of Moses, though he were a great Courtier in Pharaoh is Court, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 908 Page 89
10357 yet he went out to look upon his Brethrens burthens, Exod. 2. 11. he would be ever and anon steping out to see how his brethren fared, yet he went out to look upon his Brothers' burdens, Exod 2. 11. he would be ever and anon steeping out to see how his brothers fared, av pns31 vvd av pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng2 n2, np1 crd crd pns31 vmd vbi av cc av vvg av pc-acp vvi c-crq po31 n2 vvd, (11) treatise (DIV2) 908 Page 89
10358 and how did this affect his heart with their trouble? Thirdly, We should lay to heart their Afflictions: and how did this affect his heart with their trouble? Thirdly, We should lay to heart their Afflictions: cc q-crq vdd d vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1? ord, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp n1 po32 n2: (11) treatise (DIV2) 908 Page 89
10359 It is a strange thing how the people of God in all ages, have been affected with the Afflictions of the Church; It is a strange thing how the people of God in all ages, have been affected with the Afflictions of the Church; pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (11) treatise (DIV2) 909 Page 89
10360 nay, though they have not seen it, but only fore-saw what would be afterwards; nay, though they have not seen it, but only foresaw what would be afterwards; uh-x, cs pns32 vhb xx vvn pn31, cc-acp av-j vvd r-crq vmd vbi av; (11) treatise (DIV2) 909 Page 89
10361 As Elisha wept when he fore-saw what cruelty Hazael would use towards the People of Israel, 2 King. 8. 11, 12. So Daniel, Dan. 8. 27. when God revealed the Afflictions of the Church to him two hundered years before it should come to pass, As Elisha wept when he foresaw what cruelty hazael would use towards the People of Israel, 2 King. 8. 11, 12. So daniel, Dan. 8. 27. when God revealed the Afflictions of the Church to him two hundered Years before it should come to pass, c-acp np1 vvd c-crq pns31 vvd r-crq n1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n1. crd crd, crd np1 np1, np1 crd crd r-crq np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31 crd crd n2 p-acp pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, (11) treatise (DIV2) 909 Page 89
10362 yet when he heard of the Affliction that should fall out, the text saith, that Daniel fainted; yet when he herd of the Affliction that should fallen out, the text Says, that daniel fainted; av c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt n1 cst vmd vvi av, dt n1 vvz, cst np1 vvd; (11) treatise (DIV2) 909 Page 89
10363 and how can we think that the Spirit of Christ hath united us into one Body, and how can we think that the Spirit of christ hath united us into one Body, cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp crd n1, (11) treatise (DIV2) 909 Page 89
10364 when we have not this disposition in our souls? when we have not this disposition in our Souls? c-crq pns12 vhb xx d n1 p-acp po12 n2? (11) treatise (DIV2) 909 Page 89
10365 OF THE SABBATH. Exod. 20. 8. Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it Holy. OF THE SABBATH. Exod 20. 8. remember the Sabbath day, to keep it Holy. pp-f dt n1. np1 crd crd np1 dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j. (12) treatise (DIV2) 909 Page 70
10366 THAT which I intend to speak concerning the Sabbath at this time, I will cast into these Propositions: THAT which I intend to speak Concerning the Sabbath At this time, I will cast into these Propositions: cst r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2: (12) treatise (DIV2) 910 Page 70
10367 The First is this, That there must be some set time for the Worship and immediate Service of God. The First is this, That there must be Some Set time for the Worship and immediate Service of God. dt ord vbz d, cst a-acp vmb vbi d j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 911 Page 70
10368 Now the Reason why there must be some set time for Gods immediate Worship, is, First, Because all Actions cannot be done at once, but by succession; first one, and then another: Now the Reason why there must be Some Set time for God's immediate Worship, is, First, Because all Actions cannot be done At once, but by succession; First one, and then Another: av dt n1 c-crq a-acp vmb vbi d j-vvn n1 p-acp ng1 j n1, vbz, ord, c-acp d n2 vmbx vbi vdn p-acp a-acp, cc-acp p-acp n1; ord crd, cc av j-jn: (12) treatise (DIV2) 912 Page 70
10369 for a man to perform the duties of Gods Worship in an instant, and to get down the knees of body and soul before his Maker in an instant, this cannot be. for a man to perform the duties of God's Worship in an instant, and to get down the knees of body and soul before his Maker in an instant, this cannot be. c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n-jn, d vmbx vbi. (12) treatise (DIV2) 913 Page 70
10370 Eccles. 3. 1. There is an appointed time for every Action under the Sun: Eccles. 3. 1. There is an appointed time for every Actium under the Sun: np1 crd crd pc-acp vbz dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 913 Page 70
10371 Then if there be a time for all actions, surely there must be a time for the Worship of God. Then if there be a time for all actions, surely there must be a time for the Worship of God. av cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d n2, av-j a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 913 Page 70
10372 Secondly, There must be a set time; Secondly, There must be a Set time; ord, a-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 914 Page 70
10373 Because such is our dulness in the duties of Gods Worship, that we had need to have times set apart for Gods Worship; Because such is our dullness in the duties of God's Worship, that we had need to have times Set apart for God's Worship; p-acp d vbz po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cst pns12 vhd n1 pc-acp vhi n2 vvn av p-acp ng1 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 914 Page 70
10374 there is a great deal of ado required to fix a mans Thoughts upon heaven, to have a fixed apprehension of the Presence of God, these do not only require time, there is a great deal of ado required to fix a men Thoughts upon heaven, to have a fixed apprehension of the Presence of God, these do not only require time, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n2 p-acp n1, pc-acp vhi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, d vdb xx av-j vvi n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 914 Page 70
10375 but a great deal of time. but a great deal of time. cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 914 Page 70
10376 Secondly, The Second Proposition is this, That as there must be some time for Gods immediate Worship, and Service; Secondly, The Second Proposition is this, That as there must be Some time for God's immediate Worship, and Service; ord, dt ord n1 vbz d, cst p-acp a-acp vmb vbi d n1 p-acp ng1 j n1, cc n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 915 Page 70
10377 so there must be some set time every day, all the dayes of our lives; so there must be Some Set time every day, all the days of our lives; av pc-acp vmb vbi d j-vvn n1 d n1, d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 915 Page 70
10378 there must be some defined and determinate time for Worship of God every day, at the least morning and evening. there must be Some defined and determinate time for Worship of God every day, At the least morning and evening. pc-acp vmb vbi d vvn cc j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1 d n1, p-acp dt ds n1 cc n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 915 Page 70
10379 David, though he were employed in great affairs, yet he had three times a day to glorifie God in, in his holy Ordinances; David, though he were employed in great affairs, yet he had three times a day to Glorify God in, in his holy Ordinances; np1, c-acp pns31 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2, av pns31 vhd crd n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp, p-acp po31 j n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 915 Page 70
10380 Three times in the day will I praise thee, Psal. 55. 17. Three times in the day will I praise thee, Psalm 55. 17. crd n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb pns11 vvi pno21, np1 crd crd (12) treatise (DIV2) 915 Page 71
10381 The Reason of this is, Because men live like Beasts without daily invocation upon God, 2 Chron. 13. 10, 11. Abijah there speaking against Je•choam the King of Israel, The Reason of this is, Because men live like Beasts without daily invocation upon God, 2 Chronicles 13. 10, 11. Abijah there speaking against Je•choam the King of Israel, dt n1 pp-f d vbz, c-acp n2 vvb av-j n2 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd crd, crd np1 a-acp vvg p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 916 Page 71
10382 though himself had no great goodness in him, he saith, The Lord is our God, and we offer sacrifices, and burn sweet incense every day; Every day they did it; though himself had no great Goodness in him, he Says, The Lord is our God, and we offer Sacrifices, and burn sweet incense every day; Every day they did it; cs n1 vhd dx j n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz, dt n1 vbz po12 n1, cc pns12 vvb n2, cc vvi j n1 d n1; d n1 pns32 vdd pn31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 916 Page 71
10383 as who should say, it were a sign that God were not amongst us, if we did not this: as who should say, it were a Signen that God were not among us, if we did not this: c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pn31 vbdr dt n1 cst np1 vbdr xx p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vdd xx d: (12) treatise (DIV2) 916 Page 71
10384 he takes it as a principle written in the conscience, though he were a natural man, he Takes it as a principle written in the conscience, though he were a natural man, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 916 Page 71
10385 yet he doth reason thus, that where there is not every day some time for Gods Worship, God is not amongst them. yet he does reason thus, that where there is not every day Some time for God's Worship, God is not among them. av pns31 vdz vvi av, cst c-crq pc-acp vbz xx d n1 d n1 p-acp ng1 n1, np1 vbz xx p-acp pno32. (12) treatise (DIV2) 916 Page 71
10386 Another Reason is, Because every morning God reneweth his Mercies, and every evening they are continued to us, another Reason is, Because every morning God Reneweth his mercies, and every evening they Are continued to us, j-jn n1 vbz, c-acp d n1 np1 vvz po31 n2, cc d n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, (12) treatise (DIV2) 917 Page 71
10387 as the Church saith in the Lamentations, ch. 3. 23. Every morning his mercies are renewed to us, as the Church Says in the Lamentations, changed. 3. 23. Every morning his Mercies Are renewed to us, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2, vvn. crd crd d n1 po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, (12) treatise (DIV2) 917 Page 71
10388 and in the evening his compassions sail not; and in the evening his compassions sail not; cc p-acp dt n1 po31 n2 vvb xx; (12) treatise (DIV2) 917 Page 71
10389 therefore every morning we are to set our selves before God, to ask of him the forgivenesse of our sins; Therefore every morning we Are to Set our selves before God, to ask of him the forgiveness of our Sins; av d n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 917 Page 71
10390 every morning and evening we are to do this. every morning and evening we Are to do this. d n1 cc n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi d. (12) treatise (DIV2) 917 Page 71
10391 Psal. 92. 1, 2. David saith, It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, to sing praises to thy Name, O thou most High; Psalm 92. 1, 2. David Says, It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, to sing praises to thy Name, Oh thou most High; np1 crd crd, crd np1 vvz, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po21 n1, uh pns21 av-ds j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 917 Page 71
10392 To sh•w forth thy loving kindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night. To sh•w forth thy loving kindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night. pc-acp vvi av po21 j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, cc po21 n1 d n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 917 Page 71
10393 And then again God is the Alpha, and Omega, he is the beginning, and the ending of all things, And then again God is the Alpha, and Omega, he is the beginning, and the ending of all things, cc av av np1 vbz dt np1, cc np1, pns31 vbz dt n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10394 and of all actions we do; and of all actions we do; cc pp-f d n2 pns12 vdb; (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10395 God should therefore have the beginning and ending of every day, that the Worship of God may have the start of all other actions; God should Therefore have the beginning and ending of every day, that the Worship of God may have the start of all other actions; np1 vmd av vhi dt n1 cc vvg pp-f d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10396 it is necessary it should be so: it is necessary it should be so: pn31 vbz j pn31 vmd vbi av: (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10397 when a man first awakes in the morning, God should be the first thought that should come into his mind; when a man First awakes in the morning, God should be the First Thought that should come into his mind; c-crq dt n1 ord vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 vmd vbi dt ord n1 cst vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10398 As David saith, Psal. 5. 3. My voice will I lift up unto thee in the morning; As David Says, Psalm 5. 3. My voice will I lift up unto thee in the morning; c-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd po11 n1 vmb pns11 vvi a-acp p-acp pno21 p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10399 as soon as ever he awakes in the morning, his heart is lifted up to God: as soon as ever he awakes in the morning, his heart is lifted up to God: a-acp av c-acp av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp np1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10400 so it is good for a man to make the first part of the day holy, that the rest of the day may be thereafter: so it is good for a man to make the First part of the day holy, that the rest of the day may be thereafter: av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi av: (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10401 and so as we are to begin the day with the solemn Worship of God, and so as we Are to begin the day with the solemn Worship of God, cc av c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10402 so we are to end it in the evening, that we may reckon up all our accounts, and make even with God; so we Are to end it in the evening, that we may reckon up all our accounts, and make even with God; av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp d po12 n2, cc vvi av p-acp np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10403 as the Apostle saith, Ephes. 4. 26. Let not the Sun go down upon your wrath: as the Apostle Says, Ephesians 4. 26. Let not the Sun go down upon your wrath: c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd vvb xx dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp po22 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10404 so let not the Sun go down upon a dead heart, upon a carnal heart, upon a worldly heart; so let not the Sun go down upon a dead heart, upon a carnal heart, upon a worldly heart; av vvb xx dt n1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10405 but as the Sun goeth down upon our bodies, so let the Sun of Righteousness set upon our hearts, that we may lye down in peace, having all our reckoning made even, and all scores cancelled. but as the Sun Goes down upon our bodies, so let the Sun of Righteousness Set upon our hearts, that we may lie down in peace, having all our reckoning made even, and all scores canceled. cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp po12 n2, av vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1, vhg d po12 vvg vvn av, cc d n2 vvn. (12) treatise (DIV2) 918 Page 71
10406 The Third Proposition is this, As there must be some time for Gods immediate Service, The Third Proposition is this, As there must be Some time for God's immediate Service, dt ord n1 vbz d, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 p-acp npg1 j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 919 Page 71
10407 and there must be every day some set time, at least morning and evening, so likewise every whole day, all the dayes of our lives, should be in some manner a Sabbath day to the Lord, we should be holy every day; and there must be every day Some Set time, At least morning and evening, so likewise every Whole day, all the days of our lives, should be in Some manner a Sabbath day to the Lord, we should be holy every day; cc pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 d j-vvn n1, p-acp ds n1 cc n1, av av d j-jn n1, d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, vmd vbi p-acp d n1 dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd vbi j d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 919 Page 71
10408 The Apostle finds fault, Gal. 4. 10. That they observed times, and seasons, and dayes, and months, and years; The Apostle finds fault, Gal. 4. 10. That they observed times, and seasons, and days, and months, and Years; dt n1 vvz n1, np1 crd crd cst pns32 vvd n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 919 Page 71
10409 we must not be earthly-minded one day, and heavenly-minded another; but we must be every day holy to the Lord. we must not be earthly-minded one day, and heavenly-minded Another; but we must be every day holy to the Lord. pns12 vmb xx vbi j crd n1, cc j n-jn; cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi d n1 j p-acp dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 919 Page 71
10410 The First Reason is, The Covenant which God hath made with us doth require it: The First Reason is, The Covenant which God hath made with us does require it: dt ord n1 vbz, dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 vdz vvi pn31: (12) treatise (DIV2) 920 Page 71
10411 that is the end why God saves a man from his sins, and brings him into the kingdom of Christ, he takes a solemn Oath from him, That being delivered from the hands of his enemies, he shall serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness all the dayes of his life: that is the end why God saves a man from his Sins, and brings him into the Kingdom of christ, he Takes a solemn Oath from him, That being Delivered from the hands of his enemies, he shall serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness all the days of his life: cst vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cst vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 920 Page 71
10412 Every day must be a Sabbath day, whensoever a man gives himself up to God, there is an Oath hangs upon him, Every day must be a Sabbath day, whensoever a man gives himself up to God, there is an Oath hangs upon him, d n1 vmb vbi dt n1 n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 p-acp p-acp np1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 920 Page 71
10413 and he breaks this Oath, if he set upon it with all his might, that every day may be a Sabbath day; and he breaks this Oath, if he Set upon it with all his might, that every day may be a Sabbath day; cc pns31 vvz d n1, cs pns31 vvd p-acp pn31 p-acp d po31 n1, cst d n1 vmb vbi dt n1 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 920 Page 71
10414 he is to be careful to live godly, and religiously in all places, and at all times, he is to be careful to live godly, and religiously in all places, and At all times, pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi j, cc av-j p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 920 Page 71
10415 and in every action he puts his hand unto; and in every actium he puts his hand unto; cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp; (12) treatise (DIV2) 920 Page 71
10416 a man is not only to make conscience on the seventh day, but every day of his life. a man is not only to make conscience on the seventh day, but every day of his life. dt n1 vbz xx av-j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt ord n1, cc-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 920 Page 71
10417 The Second Reason is, Because not to make every day an holy day, is the brand of an Hypocrite, it is hypocrisie, Job. 27. 10. Will be alwayes call upon God? To be holy sometimes, The Second Reason is, Because not to make every day an holy day, is the brand of an Hypocrite, it is hypocrisy, Job. 27. 10. Will be always call upon God? To be holy sometime, dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi d n1 dt j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz n1, n1. crd crd n1 vbb av vvb p-acp np1? pc-acp vbi j av, (12) treatise (DIV2) 921 Page 72
10418 and not at another time, is the trick of an hypocrite; and not At Another time, is the trick of an hypocrite; cc xx p-acp j-jn n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 921 Page 72
10419 will he alwayes call upon God, will that man alwayes obey God and worship him, will he alwayes set himself to keep close with God? No, will he always call upon God, will that man always obey God and worship him, will he always Set himself to keep close with God? No, vmb pns31 av vvi p-acp np1, vmb d n1 av vvi np1 cc vvi pno31, vmb pns31 av vvd px31 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1? uh-dx, (12) treatise (DIV2) 921 Page 72
10420 an hypocrite will not do so. You may know an hypocrite, he hath his fits, and his pangs, and his moods; an hypocrite will not do so. You may know an hypocrite, he hath his fits, and his pangs, and his moods; dt n1 vmb xx vdi av. pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, pns31 vhz po31 n2, cc po31 n2, cc po31 n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 921 Page 72
10421 but a godly man, a sincere hearted man, is one that doth compose himself to keep a constant course in Gods worship; but a godly man, a sincere hearted man, is one that does compose himself to keep a constant course in God's worship; cc-acp dt j n1, dt j j-vvn n1, vbz pi cst vdz vvi px31 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp ng1 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 921 Page 72
10422 as Act. 24. 16. There saith Paul, Herein do I exercise my self to keep a good conscience alwayes, both towards God and towards man: as Act. 24. 16. There Says Paul, Herein do I exercise my self to keep a good conscience always, both towards God and towards man: p-acp n1 crd crd pc-acp vvz np1, av vdb pns11 vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av, av-d p-acp np1 cc p-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 921 Page 72
10423 And as it was the practise of Paul, so of all the Elect people of God, of all sincere Christians in the world, Act. 26. 7. all the Elect of God, all the beloved of God, they did instantly serve God day and night. And as it was the practice of Paul, so of all the Elect people of God, of all sincere Christians in the world, Act. 26. 7. all the Elect of God, all the Beloved of God, they did instantly serve God day and night. cc c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f d dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, pp-f d j np1 p-acp dt n1, n1 crd crd d dt n1 pp-f np1, d dt j-vvn pp-f np1, pns32 vdd av-jn vvi np1 n1 cc n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 921 Page 72
10424 Thirdly, Because blessednesse doth consist in this, In keeping every day in some kind as a Sabbath day, Thirdly, Because blessedness does consist in this, In keeping every day in Some kind as a Sabbath day, ord, c-acp n1 vdz vvi p-acp d, p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp dt n1 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 922 Page 72
10425 as the Holy Ghost doth pronounce him blessed, that feareth the Lord alwayes, Prov. 28. 14. and that doth righteousness at all times, Psa. 106. 3. It is true, the Servants of God are sometimes out of the way, they have their swervings and failings, as the Holy Ghost does pronounce him blessed, that fears the Lord always, Curae 28. 14. and that does righteousness At all times, Psa. 106. 3. It is true, the Servants of God Are sometime out of the Way, they have their swervings and failings, c-acp dt j n1 vdz vvi pno31 vvn, cst vvz dt n1 av, np1 crd crd cc cst vdz n1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz j, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av av pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb po32 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, (12) treatise (DIV2) 922 Page 72
10426 but their resolution is to keep a constant course in Gods Worship, and they do strive to humble themselves under the hand of God for their failings, but their resolution is to keep a constant course in God's Worship, and they do strive to humble themselves under the hand of God for their failings, cc-acp po32 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp ng1 n1, cc pns32 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2-vvg, (12) treatise (DIV2) 922 Page 72
10427 and to be the more wary because of them. Lastly, This is the Sum and Scope of all the Law of Righteousness; and to be the more wary Because of them. Lastly, This is the Sum and Scope of all the Law of Righteousness; cc pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j c-acp pp-f pno32. ord, d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 922 Page 72
10428 it is the very drift and end of all the Ten Commandements, the Lord hath set down in the Decalogue his whole Will and Pleasure, what we are to do all the dayes of our lives, this day, it is the very drift and end of all the Ten commandments, the Lord hath Set down in the Decalogue his Whole Will and Pleasure, what we Are to do all the days of our lives, this day, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt crd n2, dt n1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 po31 j-jn n1 cc n1, r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vdi d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 923 Page 72
10429 and that day, as long as we live; and there is no set time, but that we should alwayes obey it; and that day, as long as we live; and there is no Set time, but that we should always obey it; cc d n1, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vvb; cc pc-acp vbz dx j-vvn n1, cc-acp cst pns12 vmd av vvi pn31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 923 Page 72
10430 and this is the practise of the godly, alwayes to keep his Commandments, as David, Psal. 16. 8. He set the Lord alwayes before him; and this is the practice of the godly, always to keep his commandments, as David, Psalm 16. 8. He Set the Lord always before him; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j, av pc-acp vvi po31 n2, c-acp np1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd dt n1 av p-acp pno31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 923 Page 72
10431 that is, every day he did make it an holy day, that he might walk as in Gods presence, that is, every day he did make it an holy day, that he might walk as in God's presence, cst vbz, d n1 pns31 vdd vvi pn31 dt j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp ng1 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 923 Page 72
10432 and live as in Gods Courts, that he might do all his worldly businesse as in the presence of God. and live as in God's Courts, that he might do all his worldly business as in the presence of God. cc vvb a-acp p-acp npg1 n2, cst pns31 vmd vdi d po31 j n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 923 Page 72
10433 The Fourth Proposition is this, As there must be a set time every day, and we are to keep every day as a Sabbath day in some sense, The Fourth Proposition is this, As there must be a Set time every day, and we Are to keep every day as a Sabbath day in Some sense, dt ord n1 vbz d, c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 d n1, cc pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10434 so there must be a particular special day, set apart for Gods immediate Worship and Service: so there must be a particular special day, Set apart for God's immediate Worship and Service: av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j j n1, vvd av p-acp ng1 j n1 cc n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10435 This is the next Proposition I will prove unto you; for though every day is to be a Sabbath day, yet we have particular callings, This is the next Proposition I will prove unto you; for though every day is to be a Sabbath day, yet we have particular callings, d vbz dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22; c-acp cs d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 n1, av pns12 vhb j n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10436 and we have businesse in the world to employ our selves about, so that we cannot be every day hearing of the Word, and we have business in the world to employ our selves about, so that we cannot be every day hearing of the Word, cc pns12 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 a-acp, av cst pns12 vmbx vbi d n1 vvg pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10437 and employing our selves in Prayer and spiritual exercises; and employing our selves in Prayer and spiritual exercises; cc vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc j n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10438 though every day we are to keep it holy, yet we cannot be vacant wholly and totally every day; though every day we Are to keep it holy, yet we cannot be vacant wholly and totally every day; cs d n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 j, av pns12 vmbx vbi j av-jn cc av-j d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10439 Now therefore I say, That there is a set day that the Lord hath called for to be devoted unto him: Now Therefore I say, That there is a Set day that the Lord hath called for to be devoted unto him: av av pns11 vvb, cst pc-acp vbz dt j-vvn n1 cst dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31: (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10440 The very School-men themselves do acknowledge this, and the very Heathen have found it out; The very Schoolmen themselves do acknowledge this, and the very Heathen have found it out; dt j n2 px32 vdb vvi d, cc dt j j-jn vhb vvn pn31 av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10441 They have set a day apart for the Service of their Gods, which they call their holy day, wherein they lay aside all other businesse, They have Set a day apart for the Service of their God's, which they call their holy day, wherein they lay aside all other business, pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq pns32 vvb po32 j n1, c-crq pns32 vvd av d j-jn n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10442 and set themselves apart to honor and worship their Images and Idols, according to their manner. and Set themselves apart to honour and worship their Images and Idols, according to their manner. cc vvi px32 av p-acp n1 cc vvi po32 n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp po32 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10443 Now I will make this good by many Arguments, that God will have a set day, besides the every day Sabbath, he will have a set particular Sabbath for his Worship and Service. Now I will make this good by many Arguments, that God will have a Set day, beside the every day Sabbath, he will have a Set particular Sabbath for his Worship and Service. av pns11 vmb vvi d j p-acp d n2, cst np1 vmb vhi dt j-vvn n1, p-acp dt d n1 n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 924 Page 72
10444 The First Reason is, Because he will have a little emblem and picture of the kingdom of heaven among his Saints and Children in this life; The First Reason is, Because he will have a little emblem and picture of the Kingdom of heaven among his Saints and Children in this life; dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 72
10445 in the kingdom of heaven there is no buying and selling, no eating and drinking, no worldly businesse, there is nothing but praysing and glorifying of God, in the Kingdom of heaven there is no buying and selling, no eating and drinking, no worldly business, there is nothing but praising and glorifying of God, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbz dx vvg cc vvg, av-dx vvg cc vvg, dx j n1, pc-acp vbz pix cc-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 72
10446 and speaking of God, and singing of Halelujah unto his holy Name; and speaking of God, and singing of Hallelujah unto his holy Name; cc vvg pp-f np1, cc vvg pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 72
10447 there is nothing but enjoying communion with the Lord, and feeding upon him continually, there is nothing but this is the kingdom of heaven; there is nothing but enjoying communion with the Lord, and feeding upon him continually, there is nothing but this is the Kingdom of heaven; a-acp vbz pix cc-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp pno31 av-j, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10448 Now God will have a little picture of this among his Saints here upon earth: Now God will have a little picture of this among his Saints Here upon earth: av np1 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp po31 n2 av p-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10449 You know there remains a rest for the people of God, Heb. 4. 9. It is an express place, the word in the Original is, There remains a Sabbath for the people of God. You know there remains a rest for the people of God, Hebrew 4. 9. It is an express place, the word in the Original is, There remains a Sabbath for the people of God. pn22 vvb pc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn vbz, pc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10450 As who should say, There is a glorious Sabbath that all the Elect of God shall have, As who should say, There is a glorious Sabbath that all the Elect of God shall have, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cst d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi, (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10451 and they are preserved for it, and that is reserved for them, and they shall enter into it, and they Are preserved for it, and that is reserved for them, and they shall enter into it, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, cc d vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10452 when this body of death is laid down, and they shall enjoy God face to face, to all eternity, they shall behold him as he is, and have communion with him; when this body of death is laid down, and they shall enjoy God face to face, to all eternity, they shall behold him as he is, and have communion with him; c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn a-acp, cc pns32 vmb vvi np1 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb vvi pno31 c-acp pns31 vbz, cc vhb n1 p-acp pno31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10453 now the Lord will have a little picture of this here in this life; we cannot have it altogether in this life; now the Lord will have a little picture of this Here in this life; we cannot have it altogether in this life; av dt n1 vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f d av p-acp d n1; pns12 vmbx vhi pn31 av p-acp d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10454 for we have mortal bodies, that must be fed, and cloathed, and stand in need of the creature; for we have Mortal bodies, that must be fed, and clothed, and stand in need of the creature; c-acp pns12 vhb j-jn n2, cst vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn, cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10455 for mans sin is not yet purged away, but there is a great deal of rubbish still left, for men since is not yet purged away, but there is a great deal of rubbish still left, c-acp ng1 n1 vbz xx av vvn av, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 av vvn, (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10456 therefore this cannot be complete here: Therefore this cannot be complete Here: av d vmbx vbi j av: (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10457 but yet God will have a little picture ot this, even in this life, and that is the Sabbath day, wherein they are to lay aside all the works of their ordinary callings; but yet God will have a little picture It this, even in this life, and that is the Sabbath day, wherein they Are to lay aside all the works of their ordinary callings; cc-acp av np1 vmb vhi dt j n1 zz d, av p-acp d n1, cc d vbz dt n1 n1, c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi av d dt n2 pp-f po32 j n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10458 and rest from all servil labours, this is Gods day, and we must now call upon him, and rest from all servile labours, this is God's day, and we must now call upon him, cc n1 p-acp d j n2, d vbz npg1 n1, cc pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp pno31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10459 and hear what he saith, and wholly employ, and occupy our selves about him, as neer as we possibly can; and hear what he Says, and wholly employ, and occupy our selves about him, as near as we possibly can; cc vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, cc av-jn vvi, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 av-j vmb; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10460 but now, this we cannot do every day, for we have Children to look after, but now, this we cannot do every day, for we have Children to look After, cc-acp av, d pns12 vmbx vdi d n1, c-acp pns12 vhb n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp, (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10461 and Families to provide for, and there be an hundred occasions to call a man away; and Families to provide for, and there be an hundred occasions to call a man away; cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vbi dt crd n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10462 it may be a man thinks to go into his Closet, and seek God in private, it may be a man thinks to go into his Closet, and seek God in private, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi np1 p-acp j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10463 and one occasion or other calls him aside, that he cannot go on; and one occasion or other calls him aside, that he cannot go on; cc crd n1 cc n-jn vvz pno31 av, cst pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp; (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10464 but the Lord will have a little emblem and expression of the kingdom of heaven upon the Sabbath day: but the Lord will have a little emblem and expression of the Kingdom of heaven upon the Sabbath day: cc-acp dt n1 vmb vhi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10465 therefore the Apostle saith, It remains for us, scil. in the life to come. Therefore the Apostle Says, It remains for us, scil. in the life to come. av dt n1 vvz, pn31 vvz p-acp pno12, n1. p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (12) treatise (DIV2) 925 Page 73
10466 The Second Reason, why the Lord will have a set day for his Worship and Service besides the every day Sabbath, is because the honour of God doth so require, it doth require that there should be a solemn day for Gods Service; The Second Reason, why the Lord will have a Set day for his Worship and Service beside the every day Sabbath, is Because the honour of God does so require, it does require that there should be a solemn day for God's Service; dt ord n1, q-crq dt n1 vmb vhi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt d n1 n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi, pn31 vdz vvi cst a-acp vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10467 as Kings, though their subjects are to obey them every day, and keep their Laws every day, as Kings, though their subject's Are to obey them every day, and keep their Laws every day, c-acp n2, cs po32 n2-jn vbr pc-acp vvi pno32 d n1, cc vvi po32 n2 d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10468 and if a subject transgress the Laws at any time, he is in danger of the displeasure of the King; and if a Subject transgress the Laws At any time, he is in danger of the displeasure of the King; cc cs dt n-jn vvi dt n2 p-acp d n1, pns31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10469 but he will have one day of solemnity to his Majesty: but he will have one day of solemnity to his Majesty: cc-acp pns31 vmb vhi crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10470 So God Almighty, though every day we are to tremble before him, and stand in aw of his Word, So God Almighty, though every day we Are to tremble before him, and stand in awe of his Word, av np1 j-jn, cs d n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10471 and take heed we do not err from his Commandments, yet he will have one solemn day for the honour of his Name, he will have a solemn day, wherein his people shall have nothing else to do, and take heed we do not err from his commandments, yet he will have one solemn day for the honour of his Name, he will have a solemn day, wherein his people shall have nothing Else to do, cc vvb n1 pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp po31 n2, av pns31 vmb vhi crd j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1, c-crq po31 n1 vmb vhi pix av pc-acp vdi, (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10472 but to set themselves apart for his Worship; but to Set themselves apart for his Worship; cc-acp pc-acp vvi px32 av p-acp po31 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10473 therefore this set day is called, The honourable of the Lord, Isa. 58. 13. that is, we must count the Sabbath day an honourable day; Therefore this Set day is called, The honourable of the Lord, Isaiah 58. 13. that is, we must count the Sabbath day an honourable day; av d j-vvn n1 vbz vvn, dt j pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cst vbz, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 n1 dt j n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10474 a day of honour, wherein Gods Servants should from morning to evening fall down before him, a day of honour, wherein God's Servants should from morning to evening fallen down before him, dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq npg1 n2 vmd p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvb a-acp p-acp pno31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10475 and confess that great is the Lord God: We should wholly dedicate it unto him, seeking of him in Publick and in Private; and confess that great is the Lord God: We should wholly dedicate it unto him, seeking of him in Public and in Private; cc vvb d j vbz dt n1 np1: pns12 vmd av-jn vvi pn31 p-acp pno31, vvg pp-f pno31 p-acp j cc p-acp j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10476 that we may store up holy affections for all the week following. that we may store up holy affections for all the Week following. cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp j n2 p-acp d dt n1 vvg. (12) treatise (DIV2) 926 Page 73
10477 Thirdly, Because God sometimes calls for an extraordinary day, and an extraordinary day hath ever relation to an ordinary; Thirdly, Because God sometime calls for an extraordinary day, and an extraordinary day hath ever Relation to an ordinary; ord, c-acp np1 av vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1 vhz av n1 p-acp dt j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 927 Page 73
10478 if I say this is my extraordinary food and diet, I imply that I have ordinary diet: if I say this is my extraordinary food and diet, I imply that I have ordinary diet: cs pns11 vvb d vbz po11 j n1 cc n1, pns11 vvb cst pns11 vhb j n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 927 Page 73
10479 so if the Scripture tells us that God calls for extraordinary dayes, it is an evident Argument, that there be ordinary dayes which he calls for. so if the Scripture tells us that God calls for extraordinary days, it is an evident Argument, that there be ordinary days which he calls for. av cs dt n1 vvz pno12 d n1 vvz p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst pc-acp vbi j n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp. (12) treatise (DIV2) 927 Page 73
10480 Now that God calls for extraordinary dayes, it is plain, 1. First, He calls for extraordinary dayes of rejoycing; Now that God calls for extraordinary days, it is plain, 1. First, He calls for extraordinary days of rejoicing; av cst np1 vvz p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz j, crd ord, pns31 vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f vvg; (12) treatise (DIV2) 928 Page 73
10481 when God compasseth us about with songs of Deliverance, and works wonderful Mercies for us, we ought to set a part a day for rejoycing, when God Compasseth us about with songs of Deliverance, and works wondered mercies for us, we ought to Set a part a day for rejoicing, c-crq np1 vvz pno12 p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz j n2 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1 p-acp vvg, (12) treatise (DIV2) 929 Page 73
10482 and delighting in his goodness and favour towards us, and this day is to be an holy day, and delighting in his Goodness and favour towards us, and this day is to be an holy day, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cc d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi dt j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 929 Page 73
10483 as Nehemiah 8. 9. This day is holy unto the Lord your God, mourn not, nor weep; as Nehemiah 8. 9. This day is holy unto the Lord your God, mourn not, nor weep; c-acp np1 crd crd d n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 po22 n1, vvb xx, ccx vvi; (12) treatise (DIV2) 929 Page 73
10484 So that when we are to rejoyce towards God for any spiritual favour towards us, we ought to keep this day an holy day, we ought to employ the hours of the day in labouring to affect our hearts with his kindnesse, So that when we Are to rejoice towards God for any spiritual favour towards us, we ought to keep this day an holy day, we ought to employ the hours of the day in labouring to affect our hearts with his kindness, av cst c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d j n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi d n1 dt j n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 929 Page 74
10485 and labouring to make his goodness to have impression upon us, that we may with cheerfulness run over all our dayes afterwards, that we may adhere unto him the better all our life time. and labouring to make his Goodness to have impression upon us, that we may with cheerfulness run over all our days afterwards, that we may adhere unto him the better all our life time. cc vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vmb p-acp n1 vvn p-acp d po12 n2 av, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 dt av-jc d po12 n1 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 929 Page 74
10486 2. Secondly, As he calls for extraordinary dayes of rejoycing, so he calls for extraordinary dayes of Fasting and Humiliation, and that in Four Cases. 2. Secondly, As he calls for extraordinary days of rejoicing, so he calls for extraordinary days of Fasting and Humiliation, and that in Four Cases. crd ord, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f vvg, av pns31 vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f vvg cc n1, cc cst p-acp crd n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 930 Page 74
10487 1. First, When we fear some heavie judgement to come upon us, or else when some judgement is already upon us: 1. First, When we Fear Some heavy judgement to come upon us, or Else when Some judgement is already upon us: crd ord, c-crq pns12 vvb d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, cc av c-crq d n1 vbz av p-acp pno12: (12) treatise (DIV2) 931 Page 74
10488 may be some heavie judgement is upon us, or else we fear it to come upon us, may be Some heavy judgement is upon us, or Else we Fear it to come upon us, vmb vbi d j n1 vbz p-acp pno12, cc av pns12 vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, (12) treatise (DIV2) 931 Page 74
10489 and now we are to set an extraordinary day apart to seek the Lord; as 2 Chron. 20. Je•osaphat proclaimed a Fast, when the Land was in danger: and now we Are to Set an extraordinary day apart to seek the Lord; as 2 Chronicles 20. Je•osaphat proclaimed a Fast, when the Land was in danger: cc av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1; c-acp crd np1 crd np1 vvn dt j, c-crq dt n1 vbds p-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 931 Page 74
10490 Suppose the Lord should take away the Gospel, and the feet of those that bring glad tydings should be turned from us, Suppose the Lord should take away the Gospel, and the feet of those that bring glad tidings should be turned from us, vvb dt n1 vmd vvi av dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb j n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12, (12) treatise (DIV2) 931 Page 74
10491 then should we Fast in those dayes, we should grieve before God, and bewail the loss of his Mercies and Favours; then should we Fast in those days, we should grieve before God, and bewail the loss of his mercies and Favours; av vmd pns12 j p-acp d n2, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 931 Page 74
10492 that we may have his Goodnesse to quicken us, and keep us, and uphold us in the want of them. that we may have his goodness to quicken us, and keep us, and uphold us in the want of them. cst pns12 vmb vhi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12, cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (12) treatise (DIV2) 931 Page 74
10493 2. Secondly, In case that we want some Mercy that we cannot well be without, in such a case as this, 2. Secondly, In case that we want Some Mercy that we cannot well be without, in such a case as this, crd ord, p-acp n1 cst pns12 vvb d n1 cst pns12 vmbx av vbi p-acp, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10494 if ordinary seeking will not do the deed, we ought to set apart an extraordinary time to prevail with God; if ordinary seeking will not do the deed, we ought to Set apart an extraordinary time to prevail with God; cs j vvg vmb xx vdi dt n1, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10495 as Ezra, he was in danger of the enemy, and if he should go to Jerusalem, the enemy would set upon him; as Ezra, he was in danger of the enemy, and if he should go to Jerusalem, the enemy would Set upon him; c-acp np1, pns31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10496 now, thought he, if I should go to the King, though he were very great with the King of Persia, at that time, now, Thought he, if I should go to the King, though he were very great with the King of Persiam, At that time, av, vvd pns31, cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbdr av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10497 yet thought he, if I should go to the Kigng for a Band of Souldiers, he would think our God were a weak God; yet Thought he, if I should go to the Kigng for a Band of Soldiers, he would think our God were a weak God; av vvd pns31, cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vmd vvi po12 n1 vbdr dt j np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10498 I have told him what a strong God we have, and that he is ready to help all those that trust in him; I have told him what a strong God we have, and that he is ready to help all those that trust in him; pns11 vhb vvn pno31 r-crq dt j np1 pns12 vhb, cc cst pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d d cst vvb p-acp pno31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10499 now if I should go to him for a Band of Souldiers, he might think that our God were not able to deliver us, now if I should go to him for a Band of Soldiers, he might think that our God were not able to deliver us, av cs pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vmd vvi cst po12 n1 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi pno12, (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10500 and it would be a great dishonour to God; and it would be a great dishonour to God; cc pn31 vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10501 therefore he set a day apart for a Fast, and laboured to get aid and help from heaven, Ezra 8. 21. So when a Child of God is exceedingly afflicted with any crosse or temptation, Therefore he Set a day apart for a Fast, and laboured to get aid and help from heaven, Ezra 8. 21. So when a Child of God is exceedingly afflicted with any cross or temptation, av pns31 vvd dt n1 av p-acp dt j, cc vvd pc-acp vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd crd av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-vvg j-vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10502 and he shall wonderfully dishonour God, and cast a snare upon them that fear his Name, in this case he is bound to seek God extraordinarily, and he shall wonderfully dishonour God, and cast a snare upon them that Fear his Name, in this case he is bound to seek God extraordinarily, cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi np1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb po31 n1, p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi np1 av-j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10503 and if the ordinary means that God hath appointed will not prevail, he is to set a part a Fast to seek him extraordinarily. and if the ordinary means that God hath appointed will not prevail, he is to Set a part a Fast to seek him extraordinarily. cc cs dt j n2 cst np1 vhz vvn vmb xx vvi, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt j pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j. (12) treatise (DIV2) 932 Page 74
10504 3. Thirdly, If we be assaulted from hell, and Satan, and our own hearts, with strong temptations, 3. Thirdly, If we be assaulted from hell, and Satan, and our own hearts, with strong temptations, crd ord, cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp n1, cc np1, cc po12 d n2, p-acp j n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 933 Page 74
10505 then we are to seek God extraordinarily; as it was with Paul, when the Messenger of Satan was sent to buffet him, then we Are to seek God extraordinarily; as it was with Paul, when the Messenger of Satan was sent to buffet him, cs pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi np1 av-j; c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 933 Page 74
10506 when he lay under some heavy temptation, either unto Pride, or Lust, or Uncleannesse, some prick in the flesh, that the Lord sent upon him, when he lay under Some heavy temptation, either unto Pride, or Lust, or Uncleanness, Some prick in the Flesh, that the Lord sent upon him, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d j n1, av-d p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1, d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 933 Page 74
10507 and let him be encountered withal; and let him be encountered withal; cc vvb pno31 vbi vvn av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 933 Page 74
10508 then Paul sought God in a solemn manner, more then ever he did at other times, 2 Cor. 12. 8. For this I besought God thrice. then Paul sought God in a solemn manner, more then ever he did At other times, 2 Cor. 12. 8. For this I besought God thrice. av np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt j n1, av-dc cs av pns31 vdd p-acp j-jn n2, crd np1 crd crd p-acp d pns11 vvd np1 av. (12) treatise (DIV2) 933 Page 74
10509 4. Fourthly, In case a man is to do some notable service, he is to enter into some new Calling; 4. Fourthly, In case a man is to do Some notable service, he is to enter into Some new Calling; crd ord, p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz pc-acp vdi d j n1, pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp d j vvg; (12) treatise (DIV2) 934 Page 74
10510 or if the Lord doth put him upon some new service, that doth require some more then ordinary help, or if the Lord does put him upon Some new service, that does require Some more then ordinary help, cc cs dt n1 vdz vvi pno31 p-acp d j n1, cst vdz vvi d dc cs j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 934 Page 74
10511 now a man is to seek God by Fasting and Prayer, as you may see it was with Barnabas and Paul when they entred into the Ministery, Acts 13 3. Now the reason why I name these things is to shew you, that sometimes God will have an extraordinary set day for his immediate worship and service, now a man is to seek God by Fasting and Prayer, as you may see it was with Barnabas and Paul when they entered into the Ministry, Acts 13 3. Now the reason why I name these things is to show you, that sometime God will have an extraordinary Set day for his immediate worship and service, av dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg cc n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vbds p-acp np1 cc np1 c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, n2 crd crd av dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvb d n2 vbz pc-acp vvi pn22, cst av np1 vmb vhi dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 934 Page 74
10512 when we are to lay aside all other businesse, and set out selves apart, to call upon his Name, and seek him. when we Are to lay aside all other business, and Set out selves apart, to call upon his Name, and seek him. c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi av d j-jn n1, cc vvd av n2 av, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 934 Page 74
10513 The thing I gather from hence is this, If there be an extraordinary set day, then there must be an ordinary set day for Gods immediate Service. The thing I gather from hence is this, If there be an extraordinary Set day, then there must be an ordinary Set day for God's immediate Service. dt n1 pns11 vvb p-acp av vbz d, cs pc-acp vbi dt j j-vvn n1, cs pc-acp vmb vbi dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp npg1 j n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 934 Page 74
10514 Another Argument is taken from the Equity of it, and that stands Two wayes: another Argument is taken from the Equity of it, and that Stands Two ways: j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc d vvz crd n2: (12) treatise (DIV2) 935 Page 75
10515 1. First, It is very equal when as we have six dayes to provide for our selves, 1. First, It is very equal when as we have six days to provide for our selves, crd ord, pn31 vbz av j-jn c-crq c-acp pns12 vhb crd n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10516 and for the maintenance of our bodies: God gives us divers dayes for that; and for the maintenance of our bodies: God gives us diverse days for that; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2: np1 vvz pno12 j n2 p-acp d; (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10517 now Equity doth require that we should give one day to him, we having several dayes; now Equity does require that we should give one day to him, we having several days; av n1 vdz vvi cst pns12 vmd vvi crd n1 p-acp pno31, pns12 vhg j n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10518 it is equity that he should have at least one for himself: Therefore this doth aggravate our sins exceedingly, if we give not this day to God. it is equity that he should have At least one for himself: Therefore this does aggravate our Sins exceedingly, if we give not this day to God. pn31 vbz n1 cst pns31 vmd vhi p-acp ds crd p-acp px31: av d vdz vvi po12 n2 av-vvg, cs pns12 vvb xx d n1 p-acp np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10519 Did not this aggravate the sin of Adam, in eating of the forbidden fruit? in that God gave him liberty to eat freely of all other trees in the garden, Did not this aggravate the since of Adam, in eating of the forbidden fruit? in that God gave him liberty to eat freely of all other trees in the garden, vdd xx d vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pp-f dt j-vvn n1? p-acp cst np1 vvd pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j pp-f d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10520 and forbad him only the eating of that one? Now what excuse could Adam have for not abstaining from that one? So here, God having given us divers dayes for the good of our bodies, and forbade him only the eating of that one? Now what excuse could Adam have for not abstaining from that one? So Here, God having given us diverse days for the good of our bodies, cc vvd pno31 av-j dt n-vvg pp-f d crd? av q-crq n1 vmd np1 vhb p-acp xx vvg p-acp d crd? av av, np1 vhg vvn pno12 j n2 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10521 and for means and maintenance of the things of this life; duty requires, that we should not touch Gods day, nor set our foot upon it, and for means and maintenance of the things of this life; duty requires, that we should not touch God's day, nor Set our foot upon it, cc p-acp n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1; n1 vvz, cst pns12 vmd xx vvi npg1 n1, ccx vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10522 nor turn our eyes away from it, we ought to remember it; as Joseph said in regard of his Mistris, when she enticed him to folly; nor turn our eyes away from it, we ought to Remember it; as Joseph said in regard of his Mistress, when she enticed him to folly; ccx vvi po12 n2 av p-acp pn31, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31; c-acp np1 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10523 mark how he answers the temptation; mark how he answers the temptation; vvb c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10524 My Master hath put all things into my hands that are in the house, he hath with-held nothing from me but only thee his Wife, and that is equal, My Master hath put all things into my hands that Are in the house, he hath withheld nothing from me but only thee his Wife, and that is equal, po11 n1 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po11 n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn pix p-acp pno11 cc-acp av-j pno21 po31 n1, cc d vbz j-jn, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10525 and reasonable, how therefore shall I do this great wickedness, and sin against God? Gen. 39. 9. So should we say, and reasonable, how Therefore shall I do this great wickedness, and since against God? Gen. 39. 9. So should we say, cc j, c-crq av vmb pns11 vdi d j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1? np1 crd crd av vmd pns12 vvi, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10526 when we are tempted to break the Lords day, we should say, The Lord hath not imposed any day besides, the Lord hath given us all the six daies for our use, when we Are tempted to break the lords day, we should say, The Lord hath not imposed any day beside, the Lord hath given us all the six days for our use, c-crq pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1, pns12 vmd vvi, dt n1 vhz xx vvn d n1 a-acp, dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 d dt crd n2 p-acp po12 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10527 how therefore shall I do this great wickednesse, and sin against God with worldly thoughts, how Therefore shall I do this great wickedness, and since against God with worldly thoughts, c-crq av vmb pns11 vdi d j n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp j n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10528 and speeches, and actions upon that day? It stands with very good equity that it should be so. and Speeches, and actions upon that day? It Stands with very good equity that it should be so. cc n2, cc n2 p-acp d n1? pn31 vvz p-acp av j n1 cst pn31 vmd vbi av. (12) treatise (DIV2) 936 Page 75
10529 2. Secondly, It stands with equity, in regard of our Souls; 2. Secondly, It Stands with equity, in regard of our Souls; crd ord, pn31 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10530 if our bodies which are the worser part, have several dayes for their use, then how much more should the soul have one day, which is a thousand times more worth then the body? You know what Christ saith, W••t will it profit a man to gain the whole world, if our bodies which Are the Worse part, have several days for their use, then how much more should the soul have one day, which is a thousand times more worth then the body? You know what christ Says, W••t will it profit a man to gain the Whole world, cs po12 n2 r-crq vbr dt jc n1, vhb j n2 p-acp po32 n1, av c-crq d dc vmd dt n1 vhi crd n1, r-crq vbz dt crd n2 av-dc j cs dt n1? pn22 vvb r-crq np1 vvz, av vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10531 and lose his own soul? Matth. 16. 26. Our souls are more worth then our bodies, and loose his own soul? Matthew 16. 26. Our Souls Are more worth then our bodies, cc vvi po31 d n1? np1 crd crd po12 n2 vbr av-dc j cs po12 n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10532 and we have more need to seek out for Holinesse and Grace for them, and to be well provided for in regard of them, and we have more need to seek out for Holiness and Grace for them, and to be well provided for in regard of them, cc pns12 vhb dc n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f pno32, (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10533 then for any thing in this present world; if we want meat, we can but starve; then for any thing in this present world; if we want meat, we can but starve; av p-acp d n1 p-acp d j n1; cs pns12 vvb n1, pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi; (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10534 if we want cloaths, we can but famish; if we want outward things, we can but temporally perish; if we want clothes, we can but famish; if we want outward things, we can but temporally perish; cs pns12 vvb n2, pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi; cs pns12 vvb j n2, pns12 vmb p-acp av-j vvi; (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10535 but if we want Grace and the Favour of God, we perish for ever. but if we want Grace and the Favour of God, we perish for ever. cc-acp cs pns12 vvb n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb p-acp av. (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10536 Now if there be six dayes allowed for the good of our bodies, how much more should we be willing to have one day for the good of our souls specially considering what need we have thereof? This Argument our Saviour Christ useth to prove the Sabbath, Mark •. 27. The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath: Now if there be six days allowed for the good of our bodies, how much more should we be willing to have one day for the good of our Souls specially considering what need we have thereof? This Argument our Saviour christ uses to prove the Sabbath, Mark •. 27. The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath: av cs pc-acp vbb crd n2 vvn p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2, c-crq d dc vmd pns12 vbi j pc-acp vhi crd n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po12 n2 av-j vvg r-crq n1 pns12 vhb av? d n1 po12 n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvb •. crd dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, xx n1 p-acp dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10537 The Sabbath was made for man, as meat was made for the body; The Sabbath was made for man, as meat was made for the body; dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, c-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10538 and a man cannot be without food, no more can the soul be without the Sabbath; and a man cannot be without food, no more can the soul be without the Sabbath; cc dt n1 vmbx vbi p-acp n1, av-dx dc vmb dt n1 vbb p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10539 so that we see, there must be a solemn day set a part for Gods Worship and Service. so that we see, there must be a solemn day Set a part for God's Worship and Service. av cst pns12 vvb, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 937 Page 75
10540 The Fifth Proposition is this, That as there must be a set day for Gods Worship and Service, The Fifth Proposition is this, That as there must be a Set day for God's Worship and Service, dt ord n1 vbz d, cst p-acp a-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10541 so this day must be one of seven, not one of eight, or nine, or five, so this day must be one of seven, not one of eight, or nine, or five, av d n1 vmb vbi crd pp-f crd, xx pi pp-f crd, cc crd, cc crd, (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10542 or four, but one of seven; or four, but one of seven; cc crd, cc-acp crd pp-f crd; (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10543 and this, though it be not naturally moral, yet it is positively moral, though it be not natural, written in the heart of man, as a man: and this, though it be not naturally moral, yet it is positively moral, though it be not natural, written in the heart of man, as a man: cc d, cs pn31 vbb xx av-j j, av pn31 vbz av-j j, cs pn31 vbb xx j, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10544 if he had no teaching, his conscience would find out that he should not be idle, and steal, and commit murther; if he had no teaching, his conscience would find out that he should not be idle, and steal, and commit murder; cs pns31 vhd dx n-vvg, po31 n1 vmd vvi av cst pns31 vmd xx vbi j, cc vvi, cc vvi n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10545 the Conscience will grope out these Ordinances and Statutes of God; the Conscience will grope out these Ordinances and Statutes of God; dt n1 vmb vvi av d n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10546 and the Conscience will find out that there must be a set day for Gods Worship and Service; and the Conscience will find out that there must be a Set day for God's Worship and Service; cc dt n1 vmb vvi av cst a-acp vmb vbi dt j-vvn n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10547 the light of nature will find out that, but that it must be one day of seven, that it cannot find out; the Light of nature will find out that, but that it must be one day of seven, that it cannot find out; dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi av d, cc-acp cst pn31 vmb vbi crd n1 pp-f crd, cst pn31 vmbx vvi av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 75
10548 but I say, that it is the positive law of God, that it must be one of seven. but I say, that it is the positive law of God, that it must be one of seven. cc-acp pns11 vvb, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vmb vbi crd pp-f crd. (12) treatise (DIV2) 938 Page 76
10549 Now, Because it is not written in the heart of man, but in the Commandment of God positively delivered to us, and required of us; Now, Because it is not written in the heart of man, but in the Commandment of God positively Delivered to us, and required of us; av, c-acp pn31 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvn p-acp pno12, cc vvd pp-f pno12; (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10550 I can give no other Reason for it, but only the reason taken out of the Scripture; I can give no other Reason for it, but only the reason taken out of the Scripture; pns11 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp av-j dt n1 vvn av pp-f dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10551 there can be no reason taken from the judgment of man, as other Lawes, the very law of Reason will enforce them; there can be no reason taken from the judgement of man, as other Laws, the very law of Reason will enforce them; pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp j-jn n2, dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno32; (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10552 but there can be no other reason for this, but only out of the Word of God. but there can be no other reason for this, but only out of the Word of God. cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi dx j-jn n1 p-acp d, cc-acp av-j av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10553 The Lord hath commanded, six dayes thou shalt labour, and being his Will, it must be performed; The Lord hath commanded, six days thou shalt labour, and being his Will, it must be performed; dt n1 vhz vvn, crd n2 pns21 vm2 vvi, cc vbg po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn; (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10554 for God might require six dayes for himself, and leave us but one day; God might have ordained it so; for God might require six days for himself, and leave us but one day; God might have ordained it so; p-acp np1 vmd vvi crd n2 p-acp px31, cc vvb pno12 p-acp crd n1; np1 vmd vhi vvn pn31 av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10555 but God intending we should live by the sweat of our brows, the Lord was pleased to allow us six dayes; but God intending we should live by the sweat of our brows, the Lord was pleased to allow us six days; cc-acp np1 vvg pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno12 crd n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10556 now he giving us six dayes, doth reserve unto himself one of seven. Secondly, Another Reason is this, As the Lord hath commanded this seventh day; now he giving us six days, does reserve unto himself one of seven. Secondly, another Reason is this, As the Lord hath commanded this seventh day; av pns31 vvg pno12 crd n2, vdz vvi p-acp px31 crd pp-f crd. ord, j-jn n1 vbz d, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d ord n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 939 Page 76
10557 so he saith it is his day; The seventh day, is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God; so he Says it is his day; The seventh day, is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God; av pns31 vvz pn31 vbz po31 n1; dt ord n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po21 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 940 Page 76
10558 Now then if the seventh day be the Sabbath of the Lord our God, then we must not divert any of the hours, Now then if the seventh day be the Sabbath of the Lord our God, then we must not divert any of the hours, av av cs dt ord n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po12 n1, cs pns12 vmb xx vvi d pp-f dt n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 940 Page 76
10559 or any part of the day away; or any part of the day away; cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 940 Page 76
10560 when our minds run into the world, we must curbe them and remember that the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord our God. when our minds run into the world, we must curb them and Remember that the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord our God. c-crq po12 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 cc vvb cst dt ord n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po12 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 940 Page 76
10561 Thirdly, Another Reason is, That our Cattel, and Servants, and Children, may rest as well as our selves, they are to labour six dayes, Thirdly, another Reason is, That our Cattle, and Servants, and Children, may rest as well as our selves, they Are to labour six days, ord, j-jn n1 vbz, cst po12 n2, cc n2, cc n2, vmb vvi c-acp av c-acp po12 n2, pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi crd n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 941 Page 76
10562 and one of seven they are to rest. Another Reason is, Because he hath sanctified it; and one of seven they Are to rest. another Reason is, Because he hath sanctified it; cc crd pp-f crd pns32 vbr p-acp n1. j-jn n1 vbz, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 941 Page 76
10563 therefore the Lord blessed the seventh day, and hallowed it: Therefore the Lord blessed the seventh day, and hallowed it: av dt n1 j-vvn dt ord n1, cc vvd pn31: (12) treatise (DIV2) 942 Page 76
10564 Now then, if the Lord hath sanctified the seventh day, and appointed it, if he hath set it apart for that purpose, Now then, if the Lord hath sanctified the seventh day, and appointed it, if he hath Set it apart for that purpose, av av, cs dt n1 vhz vvn dt ord n1, cc vvd pn31, cs pns31 vhz vvn pn31 av p-acp d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 942 Page 76
10565 for spiritual employments, and not to be filled up with any thing else, we are guilty of Sacriledge, for spiritual employments, and not to be filled up with any thing Else, we Are guilty of Sacrilege, p-acp j n2, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 av, pns12 vbr j pp-f n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 942 Page 76
10566 if we do not give him this, as Levit. 27. 28. the Lord saith, Whatsoever is devoted unto the Lord, that is most holy unto him; if we do not give him this, as Levit. 27. 28. the Lord Says, Whatsoever is devoted unto the Lord, that is most holy unto him; cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pno31 d, c-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vbz av-ds j p-acp pno31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 942 Page 76
10567 now God saith, he hath devoted the seventh day to himself, therefore we are to keep it holy: now God Says, he hath devoted the seventh day to himself, Therefore we Are to keep it holy: av np1 vvz, pns31 vhz vvn dt ord n1 p-acp px31, av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 j: (12) treatise (DIV2) 942 Page 76
10568 Nebuchadnezzar, a very heathen, when he knew that the Vessels came out of the Temple of the Lord, he would not employ them to a common use, Dan. 1. 2. He put them into the house of his god; Nebuchadnezzar, a very heathen, when he knew that the Vessels Come out of the Temple of the Lord, he would not employ them to a Common use, Dan. 1. 2. He put them into the house of his god; np1, dt j j-jn, c-crq pns31 vvd cst dt n2 vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 942 Page 76
10569 which was the holiest place he had. which was the Holiest place he had. r-crq vbds dt js n1 pns31 vhd. (12) treatise (DIV2) 942 Page 76
10570 Fifthly, This is necessary, because we are apt to be worldly, and carnal, and non-resident from Prayer, Fifthly, This is necessary, Because we Are apt to be worldly, and carnal, and nonresident from Prayer, ord, d vbz j, c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi j, cc j, cc j-jn p-acp n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 943 Page 76
10571 and from the Word, and serious humbling of our selves before God, if we be never so little taken off; and from the Word, and serious humbling of our selves before God, if we be never so little taken off; cc p-acp dt n1, cc j vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, cs pns12 vbb av-x av av-j vvn a-acp; (12) treatise (DIV2) 943 Page 76
10572 how suddenly do our minds cleave unto the world, and grow vain, and unfit, and distempered? Now if God should not once in seven dayes, have a day to take us off from the world; how suddenly do our minds cleave unto the world, and grow vain, and unfit, and distempered? Now if God should not once in seven days, have a day to take us off from the world; c-crq av-j vdb po12 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb j, cc j, cc j-vvn? av cs np1 vmd xx a-acp p-acp crd n2, vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 943 Page 76
10573 as six dayes are employed in worldly affairs, so if there were not a seventh day to take us off, there would be no ho• with us; as six days Are employed in worldly affairs, so if there were not a seventh day to take us off, there would be no ho• with us; c-acp crd n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, av cs pc-acp vbdr xx dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp pno12; (12) treatise (DIV2) 943 Page 76
10574 therefore there must be a whole day to accustom us, and habituate us to the Service of God, otherwise we should drown our selves in the world. Therefore there must be a Whole day to accustom us, and habituate us to the Service of God, otherwise we should drown our selves in the world. av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 943 Page 76
10575 The Sixth Proposition is this, That as it must be one of seven, so it is not indifferent which of the seven dayes we keep holy, The Sixth Proposition is this, That as it must be one of seven, so it is not indifferent which of the seven days we keep holy, dt ord n1 vbz d, cst c-acp pn31 vmb vbi crd pp-f crd, av pn31 vbz xx j r-crq pp-f dt crd n2 pns12 vvb j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 944 Page 76
10576 but it must be that day whereupon God rested, therefore it hath the name of a Sabbath; Sabbath is nothing but rest: but it must be that day whereupon God rested, Therefore it hath the name of a Sabbath; Sabbath is nothing but rest: cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi d n1 c-crq np1 vvd, av pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; n1 vbz pix p-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 944 Page 76
10577 The reason of the name is Two-fold, First, Because God rested upon that day; And Secondly, Because we are to rest upon that day. The reason of the name is Twofold, First, Because God rested upon that day; And Secondly, Because we Are to rest upon that day. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1, ord, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp d n1; cc ord, c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 944 Page 76
10578 The Seventh Proposition is this, That all that is in the fourth Commandment, is not essential to the Commandment: The Seventh Proposition is this, That all that is in the fourth Commandment, is not essential to the Commandment: dt ord n1 vbz d, cst d cst vbz p-acp dt ord n1, vbz xx j p-acp dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 76
10579 the fourth Commandment delivers only these Two things, First, That God will have a seventh day; the fourth Commandment delivers only these Two things, First, That God will have a seventh day; dt ord n1 vvz av-j d crd n2, ord, cst np1 vmb vhi dt ord n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 76
10580 Secondly, That this seventh day is to be the day of Gods rest: This is the whole meaning of the fourth Commandment: Secondly, That this seventh day is to be the day of God's rest: This is the Whole meaning of the fourth Commandment: ord, cst d ord n1 vbz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt ord n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 76
10581 now all other particulars in the fourth Commandment, are not essential to the fourth Commandment; now all other particulars in the fourth Commandment, Are not essential to the fourth Commandment; av d j-jn n2-j p-acp dt ord n1, vbr xx j p-acp dt ord n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10582 as that God made Heaven and Earth in six dayes, and rested the seventh day, &c. It is not essential to the fourth Commandment, as that God made Heaven and Earth in six days, and rested the seventh day, etc. It is not essential to the fourth Commandment, c-acp d np1 vvd n1 cc n1 p-acp crd n2, cc vvd dt ord n1, av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp dt ord n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10583 but because at that time when God delivered the Decalogue, there was no greater work then the Creation; but Because At that time when God Delivered the Decalogue, there was no greater work then the Creation; cc-acp c-acp p-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vvd dt n1, pc-acp vbds dx jc n1 cs dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10584 and the rest from that work, was the rest from the greatest work in the world; and the rest from that work, was the rest from the greatest work in the world; cc dt n1 p-acp d n1, vbds dt n1 p-acp dt js n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10585 theefore it was kept upon the last day of the week, upon which God rested from the Creation: theefore it was kept upon the last day of the Week, upon which God rested from the Creation: av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10586 Now the meaning of the fourth Commandment, is in the eighth Verse; Now the meaning of the fourth Commandment, is in the eighth Verse; av dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, vbz p-acp dt ord n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10587 all the other particulars, are but Commentaries to open it to the Jewes, Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy; this is the fourth Commandment: all the other particulars, Are but Commentaries to open it to the Jews, remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy; this is the fourth Commandment: d dt j-jn n2-j, vbr cc-acp n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt np2, vvb dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j; d vbz dt ord n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10588 The Sabbath, that is, the day that God rested on, and the day that we are to rest upon: The Sabbath, that is, the day that God rested on, and the day that we Are to rest upon: dt n1, cst vbz, dt n1 cst np1 vvd a-acp, cc dt n1 cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp: (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10589 this is the holy day that is devoted to the Lord; this is the holy day that is devoted to the Lord; d vbz dt j n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10590 now it was kept upon the last day of the week, because God created heaven and earth, and rested upon that day; now it was kept upon the last day of the Week, Because God created heaven and earth, and rested upon that day; av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp np1 vvd n1 cc n1, cc vvd p-acp d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10591 and the Creation of heaven and earth was the greatest work that God then had done. and the Creation of heaven and earth was the greatest work that God then had done. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbds dt js n1 cst np1 av vhd vdn. (12) treatise (DIV2) 945 Page 77
10592 But then you will say, Why doth the Commandment say, That in six dayes God created Heaven and Earth, But then you will say, Why does the Commandment say, That in six days God created Heaven and Earth, cc-acp cs pn22 vmb vvi, uh-crq vdz dt n1 vvb, cst p-acp crd ng2 n1 vvn n1 cc n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 946 Page 77
10593 and rested the seventh day? and rested the seventh day? cc vvd dt ord n1? (12) treatise (DIV2) 946 Page 77
10594 I Answer, 1. It is no strange thing, to see some things in the Commandments which are not essential to them, I Answer, 1. It is no strange thing, to see Some things in the commandments which Are not essential to them, pns11 vvb, crd pn31 vbz dx j n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr xx j p-acp pno32, (12) treatise (DIV2) 947 Page 77
10595 because the Commandments were delivered to the Jewes: Because the commandments were Delivered to the Jews: c-acp dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt np2: (12) treatise (DIV2) 947 Page 77
10596 though they concern the whole world, yet the persons, that actually stood before God, when the Decalogue was delivered, were only the Jewes, Deut. 5. 22. God spake to the Jewes; though they concern the Whole world, yet the Persons, that actually stood before God, when the Decalogue was Delivered, were only the Jews, Deuteronomy 5. 22. God spoke to the Jews; c-acp pns32 vvb dt j-jn n1, av dt n2, cst av-j vvd p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, vbdr av-j dt np2, np1 crd crd np1 vvd p-acp dt np2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 947 Page 77
10597 now no wonder, that God, speaking to the Jews, did speak divers particulars according to them, now no wonder, that God, speaking to the jews, did speak diverse particulars according to them, av dx n1, cst np1, vvg p-acp dt np2, vdd vvi j n2-j vvg p-acp pno32, (12) treatise (DIV2) 947 Page 77
10598 and in their phrase, which if we had been alive, and they to succeed us, God would have spoken according to us, and in their phrase, which if we had been alive, and they to succeed us, God would have spoken according to us, cc p-acp po32 n1, r-crq cs pns12 vhd vbn j, cc pns32 pc-acp vvi pno12, np1 vmd vhi vvn vvg p-acp pno12, (12) treatise (DIV2) 947 Page 77
10599 as he did according to them. as he did according to them. c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp p-acp pno32. (12) treatise (DIV2) 947 Page 77
10600 2. Secondly, We see plainly, there are some things in the Commandments, which do not concern the whole world, 2. Secondly, We see plainly, there Are Some things in the commandments, which do not concern the Whole world, crd ord, pns12 vvb av-j, pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi dt j-jn n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10601 but only the Nation of the Jewes, as in the first Commandment, I have brought thee out of the Land of Egypt, out of the house of Bondage: but only the nation of the Jews, as in the First Commandment, I have brought thee out of the Land of Egypt, out of the house of Bondage: cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f dt np2, c-acp p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vhb vvn pno21 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10602 [ Thou shalt have no other gods but me: ] That is the Commandment; [ Thou shalt have no other God's but me: ] That is the Commandment; [ pns21 vm2 vhi dx j-jn n2 p-acp pno11: ] cst vbz dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10603 but though they, together with the other, were put into the Tables of Stone, yet it concerns only the Jewes. but though they, together with the other, were put into the Tables of Stone, yet it concerns only the Jews. cc-acp cs pns32, av p-acp dt n-jn, vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av pn31 vvz av-j dt np2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10604 'Tis true indeed, it is a type of our deliverance, that we are delivered from Hell, It's true indeed, it is a type of our deliverance, that we Are Delivered from Hell, pn31|vbz j av, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10605 and Sin, and Satan, as they were delivered out of Egypt, and the house of Bondage; and since, and Satan, as they were Delivered out of Egypt, and the house of Bondage; cc n1, cc np1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn av pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10606 but literally these words belong only to the Jews; and the Commandment is this, Thou shalt have no other gods but me; but literally these words belong only to the jews; and the Commandment is this, Thou shalt have no other God's but me; cc-acp av-j d n2 vvb av-j p-acp dt np2; cc dt n1 vbz d, pns21 vm2 vhi dx j-jn n2 p-acp pno11; (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10607 So it is for the fourth Commandment. So it is for the fourth Commandment. av pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 948 Page 77
10608 Again, There is something in the Fifth Commandment, that doth not concern us, but only them, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, &c. [ That thy dayes may be long in the Land which the thy God giveth thee ] that belongs only to the Jews, it is meant particularly of the Land of Canaan. This then is the effect of the Commandment, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, that thy dayes may be long in the Land of Canaan. Again, There is something in the Fifth Commandment, that does not concern us, but only them, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, etc. [ That thy days may be long in the Land which the thy God gives thee ] that belongs only to the jews, it is meant particularly of the Land of Canaan. This then is the Effect of the Commandment, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, that thy days may be long in the Land of Canaan. av, pc-acp vbz pi p-acp dt ord n1, cst vdz xx vvi pno12, cc-acp av-j pno32, vvb po21 n1 cc po21 n1, av [ cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 r-crq av po21 np1 vvz pno21 ] cst vvz av-j p-acp dt np2, pn31 vbz vvn av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. d av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb po21 n1 cc po21 n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 77
10609 So that the first words are the Commandment, and the later part belongs only to the Jewes: So that the First words Are the Commandment, and the later part belongs only to the Jews: av cst dt ord n2 vbr dt n1, cc dt jc n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt np2: (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 77
10610 So Deut. 5. 14. the Fourth Commandment, it was put into the Tables of Stone thus, Remember the seventh day to keep it holy, So Deuteronomy 5. 14. the Fourth Commandment, it was put into the Tables of Stone thus, remember the seventh day to keep it holy, av np1 crd crd dt ord n1, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 av, vvb dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 77
10611 for the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God: for the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God: p-acp dt ord n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po21 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 77
10612 in it thou shalt do no manner of work, thou, nor thy Son, nor thy Daughter, &c. that thy man-servant, in it thou shalt do no manner of work, thou, nor thy Son, nor thy Daughter, etc. that thy manservant, p-acp pn31 pns21 vm2 vdi dx n1 pp-f n1, pns21, ccx po21 n1, ccx po21 n1, av cst po21 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 77
10613 and thy maid-servant may rest as well as thou; that belongs to us, as well as to them; and thy maidservant may rest as well as thou; that belongs to us, as well as to them; cc po21 n1 vmb vvi c-acp av c-acp pns21; cst vvz p-acp pno12, c-acp av c-acp p-acp pno32; (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 77
10614 but then it follows, Remember thou wert a servant in the Land of Egypt: Here you see the Jewes have another Argument, besides the Arguments that we have; but then it follows, remember thou Wertenberg a servant in the Land of Egypt: Here you see the Jews have Another Argument, beside the Arguments that we have; cc-acp cs pn31 vvz, vvb pns21 vbd2r dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: av pn22 vvb dt np2 vhb j-jn n1, p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vhb; (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 77
10615 but though we have not that Argument, yet the Commandment stands still, and the Commandment is only thus much; but though we have not that Argument, yet the Commandment Stands still, and the Commandment is only thus much; cc-acp cs pns12 vhb xx d n1, av dt n1 vvz av, cc dt n1 vbz av-j av d; (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 78
10616 namely, That there must be a Seventh day, and that seventh day God rested upon: namely, That there must be a Seventh day, and that seventh day God rested upon: av, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt ord n1, cc cst ord n1 np1 vvd p-acp: (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 78
10617 now whereas the Jewes kept the last day of the week, that was only by a temporary Commandment, now whereas the Jews kept the last day of the Week, that was only by a temporary Commandment, av cs dt np2 vvd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbds av-j p-acp dt j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 78
10618 because the making of heaven and earth, was the greatest thing that God had then done, Because the making of heaven and earth, was the greatest thing that God had then done, c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, vbds dt js n1 cst np1 vhd av vdn, (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 78
10619 and God rested from that upon that day; but now if God work a greater work then the Creating of heaven and earth, and God rested from that upon that day; but now if God work a greater work then the Creating of heaven and earth, cc np1 vvd p-acp cst p-acp d n1; cc-acp av cs np1 vvb dt jc n1 cs dt vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 78
10620 and rest from that, then by vertue of the fourth Commandment, we are to keep that day holy, upon which he rested from that work. and rest from that, then by virtue of the fourth Commandment, we Are to keep that day holy, upon which he rested from that work. cc n1 p-acp d, av p-acp n1 pp-f dt ord n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1 j, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp d n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 949 Page 78
10621 Now I come to the Eighth Proposition, That this Fourth Commandment, concerning a Sabbath day, concerning the keeping of a Seventh day holy, is a continual Commandment, alwayes to abide in the Church of God; Now I come to the Eighth Proposition, That this Fourth Commandment, Concerning a Sabbath day, Concerning the keeping of a Seventh day holy, is a continual Commandment, always to abide in the Church of God; av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, cst d ord n1, vvg dt n1 n1, vvg dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 j, vbz dt j n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 950 Page 78
10622 I will prove it by divers Arguments, that it was not to continue only in the time of the Jewes, I will prove it by diverse Arguments, that it was not to continue only in the time of the Jews, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j n2, cst pn31 vbds xx pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 950 Page 78
10623 but it is to abide alwayes in the Church to the coming of the Son of man; but it is to abide always in the Church to the coming of the Son of man; cc-acp pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 950 Page 78
10624 there is not a jot of Ceremony in the fourth Commandment. there is not a jot of Ceremony in the fourth Commandment. pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 950 Page 78
10625 The First Reason is, Because God did institute the Sabbath before there was any room for Ceremonies; The First Reason is, Because God did institute the Sabbath before there was any room for Ceremonies; dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp np1 vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp a-acp vbds d n1 p-acp n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10626 it was commanded to Adam in his Innocency: Now all Ceremonies did prefigure Christ; it was commanded to Adam in his Innocency: Now all Ceremonies did prefigure christ; pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1: av d n2 vdd vvi np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10627 and before Adam fell, there was no Promise of the Seed of the Woman, nor no need of it, and before Adam fell, there was no Promise of the Seed of the Woman, nor no need of it, cc a-acp np1 vvd, pc-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx dx n1 pp-f pn31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10628 and so no need of a Figure to represent it; and so no need of a Figure to represent it; cc av dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10629 but before Adam fell, the Sabbath was prescribed, Gen. 2. 2, 3. On the seventh day God rested from all that he had made, but before Adam fell, the Sabbath was prescribed, Gen. 2. 2, 3. On the seventh day God rested from all that he had made, cc-acp c-acp np1 vvd, dt n1 vbds vvn, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp dt ord n1 np1 vvd p-acp d cst pns31 vhd vvn, (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10630 so that God blessed the seventh day and sanctified it: so that God blessed the seventh day and sanctified it: av cst np1 vvd dt ord n1 cc vvd pn31: (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10631 So that you see God having rested upon this day, he sanctified it, and put holiness upon it; So that you see God having rested upon this day, he sanctified it, and put holiness upon it; av cst pn22 vvb np1 vhg vvn p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd pn31, cc vvd n1 p-acp pn31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10632 therefore we are not to name that Common, which he hath named Holy; Therefore we Are not to name that Common, which he hath nam Holy; av pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d j, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10633 now though we do not read of Adams keeping this day, nor Abels, nor Enochs, nor Noahs, nor Abrahams, nor Isaacs, nor Jacobs; yet it doth not follow it was not kept: now though we do not read of Adams keeping this day, nor Abel's, nor Enochs, nor Noahs, nor Abrahams, nor Isaacs, nor Jacobs; yet it does not follow it was not kept: av cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f npg1 vvg d n1, ccx npg1, ccx np1, ccx npg1, ccx np1, ccx np1, ccx np1; av pn31 vdz xx vvi pn31 vbds xx vvn: (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10634 for Moses doth not take in hand to set down the actions of the Fathers, but only generally; for Moses does not take in hand to Set down the actions of the Father's, but only generally; c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc-acp av-j av-j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10635 for you see what a short story we have of Methashelah, a good man, though he lived a thousand years almost, for you see what a short story we have of Methashelah, a good man, though he lived a thousand Years almost, c-acp pn22 vvb r-crq dt j n1 pns12 vhb pp-f np1, dt j n1, cs pns31 vvd dt crd n2 av, (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10636 yet we have scarce Three Syllables concerning him. yet we have scarce Three Syllables Concerning him. av pns12 vhb av-j crd n2 vvg pno31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10637 Now sith Moses did not undertake to set down all that they did, therefore they might keep the Sabbath, Now sith Moses did not undertake to Set down all that they did, Therefore they might keep the Sabbath, av a-acp np1 vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp d cst pns32 vdd, av pns32 vmd vvi dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10638 though he did not set it down: though he did not Set it down: cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 a-acp: (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10639 neither afterwards doth he set it down for 319. years, and 111. years, which 430. years, to the time of the Judges, we have nothing spoken of concerning the Sabbath; neither afterwards does he Set it down for 319. Years, and 111. Years, which 430. Years, to the time of the Judges, we have nothing spoken of Concerning the Sabbath; dx av vdz pns31 vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp crd n2, cc crd n2, r-crq crd n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pns12 vhb pix vvn pp-f vvg dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10640 therefore seeing God did Institute it to Adam in his Innocency, that is enough; Therefore seeing God did Institute it to Adam in his Innocency, that is enough; av vvg np1 vdd vvi pn31 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz av-d; (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10641 but what though the Fathers had not kept it holy, doth it therefore follow that we must not keep it holy? They had many wives, doth it therefore follow that we must have many wives? So, suppose they did not sanctifie the seventh day, (though wee can see no proof that they did not) yet this is enough, That God did sanctifie it before any Ceremony was. but what though the Father's had not kept it holy, does it Therefore follow that we must not keep it holy? They had many wives, does it Therefore follow that we must have many wives? So, suppose they did not sanctify the seventh day, (though we can see no proof that they did not) yet this is enough, That God did sanctify it before any Ceremony was. cc-acp q-crq cs dt n2 vhd xx vvn pn31 j, vdz pn31 av vvi cst pns12 vmb xx vvi pn31 j? pns32 vhd d n2, vdz pn31 av vvi cst pns12 vmb vhi d n2? np1, vvb pns32 vdd xx vvi dt ord n1, (cs pns12 vmb vvi dx n1 cst pns32 vdd xx) av d vbz av-d, cst np1 vdd vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 vbds. (12) treatise (DIV2) 951 Page 78
10642 Again, Though we do not read that they practised this, yet the Scripture doth intimate to us that they did it. Again, Though we do not read that they practised this, yet the Scripture does intimate to us that they did it. av, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi cst pns32 vvd d, av dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp pno12 cst pns32 vdd pn31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 952 Page 78
10643 The Second Argument to prove this, is out of Exod. 16. 23. before the Law was delivered upon Mount Sinai, before the Commandment was spoken from Horeb; yet you may see that the Sabbath is spoken of, The Second Argument to prove this, is out of Exod 16. 23. before the Law was Delivered upon Mount Sinai, before the Commandment was spoken from Horeb; yet you may see that the Sabbath is spoken of, dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi d, vbz av pp-f np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1; av pn22 vmb vvi cst dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f, (12) treatise (DIV2) 953 Page 78
10644 and the Lord doth finde fault with Israel, for not keeping of it, which intimateth it was a day they well knew, and the Lord does find fault with Israel, for not keeping of it, which intimateth it was a day they well knew, cc dt n1 vdz vvi n1 p-acp np1, c-acp xx vvg pp-f pn31, r-crq vvz pn31 vbds dt n1 pns32 av vvd, (12) treatise (DIV2) 953 Page 78
10645 and the Lord saith afterwards to Moses, How long will ye refuse to keep my Laws and Statutes? As in vers. 28. the Lord there speaks of a Sabbath, and the Lord Says afterwards to Moses, How long will you refuse to keep my Laws and Statutes? As in vers. 28. the Lord there speaks of a Sabbath, cc dt n1 vvz av p-acp np1, c-crq av-j vmb pn22 vvi pc-acp vvi po11 n2 cc n2? c-acp p-acp fw-la. crd dt n1 a-acp vvz pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 953 Page 78
10646 as a day well known unto them, that it was commanded to be sanctified by them, as a day well known unto them, that it was commanded to be sanctified by them, c-acp dt n1 av vvn p-acp pno32, cst pn31 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (12) treatise (DIV2) 953 Page 78
10647 and this was before the delivering of the Ceremonial Law; and this was before the delivering of the Ceremonial Law; cc d vbds p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 953 Page 78
10648 therefore it is not a ceremonial Law, but a positive Law, equipollent with the moral Law. Therefore it is not a ceremonial Law, but a positive Law, equipollent with the moral Law. av pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, cc-acp dt j n1, j p-acp dt j n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 953 Page 78
10649 A Third Reason is, Because it was written by the singer of God in Tabels of stone and put into the Ark, Exod. 31. 18. and Deut. 10. • the Commandments were written upon Two tables of stone, A Third Reason is, Because it was written by the singer of God in Tabels of stone and put into the Ark, Exod 31. 18. and Deuteronomy 10. • the commandments were written upon Two tables of stone, dt ord n1 vbz, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp npg1 pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd cc np1 crd • dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10650 and by the finger of God; and by the finger of God; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10651 Now all Divines, in all ages, agree upon this, that the writing of this Commandment in the Two tables of stone, is an evident Argument of the morality of it. Now all Divines, in all ages, agree upon this, that the writing of this Commandment in the Two tables of stone, is an evident Argument of the morality of it. av d n2-jn, p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp d, cst dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10652 For as a Reverend Divine saith, Not to think the Fourth Commandment to be moral, is the way to all Atheisme; For as a Reverend Divine Says, Not to think the Fourth Commandment to be moral, is the Way to all Atheism; p-acp p-acp dt n-jn j-jn vvz, xx pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi j, vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10653 for if one should say the Fourth Commandment is not moral, but ceremonial; for if one should say the Fourth Commandment is not moral, but ceremonial; c-acp cs pi vmd vvi dt ord n1 vbz xx j, cc-acp j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10654 another might step up the next year and say the Second, and the Fifth, is not: Another might step up the next year and say the Second, and the Fifth, is not: j-jn vmd vvi a-acp dt ord n1 cc vvi dt ord, cc dt ord, vbz xx: (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10655 So that whereas the Law is written by the finger of God in tables of stone, So that whereas the Law is written by the finger of God in tables of stone, av cst cs dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10656 if we root it out of the tables of stone, we shall root it out of the heart of man; if we root it out of the tables of stone, we shall root it out of the heart of man; cs pns12 vvb pn31 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10657 therefore the writing of it in the tables of stone, is an evident Argument of the morality of it to all ages. Therefore the writing of it in the tables of stone, is an evident Argument of the morality of it to all ages. av dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 954 Page 79
10658 A Fourth Argument is this, The Lord doth urge this Commandment, more then any other Commandment in the Decalogue; A Fourth Argument is this, The Lord does urge this Commandment, more then any other Commandment in the Decalogue; dt ord n1 vbz d, dt n1 vdz vvi d n1, av-dc cs d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10659 so that a man may question the First, or Second, or any of the Ten as well as this; so that a man may question the First, or Second, or any of the Ten as well as this; av cst dt n1 vmb vvi dt ord, cc ord, cc d pp-f dt crd c-acp av c-acp d; (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10660 for first we know that God hath made this Commandment larger then any of the rest: for First we know that God hath made this Commandment larger then any of the rest: p-acp ord pns12 vvb cst np1 vhz vvn d n1 jc cs d pp-f dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10661 Secondly, hee hath made it stronger, and urged it with more arguments then any of the rest. 3. He hath fixed a memento, remember before it: Secondly, he hath made it Stronger, and urged it with more Arguments then any of the rest. 3. He hath fixed a memento, Remember before it: ord, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 jc, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dc n2 cs d pp-f dt n1. crd pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, vvb p-acp pn31: (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10662 As who should say, Be carefull of this, and take heed of forgetting it, take heed of those that shall teach you the contrary, that this Commandment is not morall. 4. It is negatively delivered, and affirmatively; As who should say, Be careful of this, and take heed of forgetting it, take heed of those that shall teach you the contrary, that this Commandment is not moral. 4. It is negatively Delivered, and affirmatively; c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, vbb j pp-f d, cc vvb n1 pp-f vvg pn31, vvb n1 pp-f d cst vmb vvi pn22 dt j-jn, cst d n1 vbz xx j. crd pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cc av-j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10663 the other delivered only one way; either affirmatively only, as the Fifth, Honour thy Father and Mother: the other Delivered only one Way; either affirmatively only, as the Fifth, Honour thy Father and Mother: dt n-jn vvd av-j crd n1; d av-j j, c-acp dt ord, vvb po21 n1 cc n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10664 or else negatively only, as all the rest: or Else negatively only, as all the rest: cc av av-j av-j, c-acp d dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10665 There is never a Commandment delivered both negatively and affirmatively, but only the Fourth, as, Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy; there it is delivered affirmatively: There is never a Commandment Delivered both negatively and affirmatively, but only the Fourth, as, remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy; there it is Delivered affirmatively: pc-acp vbz av-x dt n1 vvd d av-j cc av-j, cc-acp av-j dt ord, c-acp, vvb dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j; a-acp pn31 vbz vvn av-j: (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10666 And afterwards it is delivered negatively, In it thou shalt do no manner of work, thou, And afterwards it is Delivered negatively, In it thou shalt do no manner of work, thou, cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, p-acp pn31 pns21 vm2 vdi dx n1 pp-f n1, pns21, (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10667 nor thy son, nor thy daughter, &c. The Lord hath delivered it both wayes; noting, that this Commandment is equall and equipollent with the other: nor thy son, nor thy daughter, etc. The Lord hath Delivered it both ways; noting, that this Commandment is equal and equipollent with the other: ccx po21 n1, ccx po21 n1, av dt n1 vhz vvn pn31 d n2; vvg, cst d n1 vbz j-jn cc j p-acp dt n-jn: (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10668 and the Lord did this in infinite wisdome, because he had not written this Commandment in the heart of man by the light of nature, and the Lord did this in infinite Wisdom, Because he had not written this Commandment in the heart of man by the Light of nature, cc dt n1 vdd d p-acp j n1, c-acp pns31 vhd xx vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10669 therefore the Lord did urge it more with Arguments, that what was wanting in the light of nature, might be supplyed by the pressing of Arguments. Therefore the Lord did urge it more with Arguments, that what was wanting in the Light of nature, might be supplied by the pressing of Arguments. av dt n1 vdd vvi pn31 av-dc p-acp n2, cst r-crq vbds vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd vbi vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 955 Page 79
10670 5. Another Argument is, Because if this be not morall, then we have not Ten morall Commandments, there are but Nine: now this is false; 5. another Argument is, Because if this be not moral, then we have not Ten moral commandments, there Are but Nine: now this is false; crd j-jn n1 vbz, c-acp cs d vbb xx j, cs pns12 vhb xx crd j n2, pc-acp vbr p-acp crd: av d vbz j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 956 Page 79
10671 for the Scripture tels us, that the Commandments are Ten, as Deut. 10. 4. it is not an Ecclesiasticall thing, for the Scripture tells us, that the commandments Are Ten, as Deuteronomy 10. 4. it is not an Ecclesiastical thing, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n2 vbr crd, p-acp np1 crd crd pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 956 Page 79
10672 but the Lord hath said it, as you may see there: but the Lord hath said it, as you may see there: cc-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi a-acp: (12) treatise (DIV2) 956 Page 79
10673 And he wrote upon the Tables according to the first writing, the Ten Commandments, which the Lord spake unto you in the Mount, out of the midst of the fire. The Lord spake Ten Commandments; And he wrote upon the Tables according to the First writing, the Ten commandments, which the Lord spoke unto you in the Mount, out of the midst of the fire. The Lord spoke Ten commandments; cc pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt ord n1, dt crd n2, r-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 vvd crd n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 956 Page 79
10674 now if the Fourth Commandment be not morall, there be not ten Commandments: now if the Fourth Commandment be not moral, there be not ten commandments: av cs dt ord n1 vbb xx j, pc-acp vbb xx crd n2: (12) treatise (DIV2) 956 Page 79
10675 And you may as well deny the Articles of the Faith, and the Petitions of the Lords Prayer, as the ten Commandments. The Sixth Argument is this; And you may as well deny the Articles of the Faith, and the Petitions of the lords Prayer, as the ten commandments. The Sixth Argument is this; cc pn22 vmb a-acp av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2 n1, c-acp dt crd n2. dt ord n1 vbz d; (12) treatise (DIV2) 956 Page 79
10676 Christ tels us plainely, that it is a morall Commandment, Matth. 24. 20. Pray (saith he) that your flight be not in the winter, nor on the Sabbath day. christ tells us plainly, that it is a moral Commandment, Matthew 24. 20. prey (Says he) that your flight be not in the winter, nor on the Sabbath day. np1 vvz pno12 av-j, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd crd n1 (vvz pns31) d po22 n1 vbb xx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 79
10677 Our Saviour Christ here prophesied of the destruction of Jerusalem, which was forty yeares after Christs Ascension, Our Saviour christ Here prophesied of the destruction of Jerusalem, which was forty Years After Christ Ascension, po12 n1 np1 av vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds crd n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 79
10678 when all Ceremonies were ceased, as Paul had proclaimed before the destruction of Jerusalem, That if any man would be circumcised, Christ should profit him nothing, Galat. 5. 2. That is, when all Ceremonies were ceased, as Paul had proclaimed before the destruction of Jerusalem, That if any man would be circumcised, christ should profit him nothing, Galatians 5. 2. That is, c-crq d n2 vbdr vvn, c-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst cs d n1 vmd vbi vvn, np1 vmd vvi pno31 pix, np1 crd crd cst vbz, (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 79
10679 if he would keep the Ceremonial Law: if he would keep the Ceremonial Law: cs pns31 vmd vvi dt j n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 79
10680 Now Christ bids those that should live forty years after the Ceremonies were ceased, I would have you have a care of the Sabbath, Now christ bids those that should live forty Years After the Ceremonies were ceased, I would have you have a care of the Sabbath, av np1 vvz d cst vmd vvi crd n2 p-acp dt n2 vbdr vvn, pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 79
10681 and delight in hearing of the word of God, and meditating upon it, and so forth; and delight in hearing of the word of God, and meditating upon it, and so forth; cc vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg p-acp pn31, cc av av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 79
10682 and if any occasion come that you fall into the hands of your enemies, pray that your flight be not in the Winter, nor on the Sabbath day: and if any occasion come that you fallen into the hands of your enemies, pray that your flight be not in the Winter, nor on the Sabbath day: cc cs d n1 vvb cst pn22 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2, vvb d po22 n1 vbb xx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 8
10683 as who should say, If it be in the Winter, that will do hurt, and be troublesome to your bodies: as who should say, If it be in the Winter, that will do hurt, and be troublesome to your bodies: c-acp r-crq vmd vvi, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1, cst vmb vdi vvi, cc vbi j p-acp po22 n2: (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 8
10684 and so if you fly upon the Sabbath day, that will trouble your consciences, if you regard Gods commandment and the good of your own consciences; and so if you fly upon the Sabbath day, that will trouble your Consciences, if you regard God's Commandment and the good of your own Consciences; cc av cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 n1, cst vmb vvi po22 n2, cs pn22 vvb npg1 n1 cc dt j pp-f po22 d n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 8
10685 if you regard or fear Gods name, it will grieve you to fly on the Sabbath day, whereby you shall be deprived of the Congregation of Gods Saints; if you regard or Fear God's name, it will grieve you to fly on the Sabbath day, whereby you shall be deprived of the Congregation of God's Saints; cs pn22 vvb cc vvi npg1 n1, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, c-crq pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 8
10686 therefore pray that your flight be not upon that day: Intimating, that it was Morall; Therefore pray that your flight be not upon that day: Intimating, that it was Moral; av vvb cst po22 n1 vbb xx p-acp d n1: vvg, cst pn31 vbds j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 8
10687 for if it had been Ceremoniall, he would not have wished them to pray that it might not be upon that day. for if it had been Ceremonial, he would not have wished them to pray that it might not be upon that day. c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn j, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vmd xx vbi p-acp d n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 957 Page 8
10688 Now whereas our Saviour doth so often condemn the Pharisees in regard of their strictnesse of the Sabbath; Now whereas our Saviour does so often condemn the Pharisees in regard of their strictness of the Sabbath; av cs po12 n1 vdz av av vvi dt np2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 pp-f dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10689 it is not as if he did disallow the keeping of it; but they were foolishly precise, they strained at a gnat, and swallowed a camel; it is not as if he did disallow the keeping of it; but they were foolishly precise, they strained At a gnat, and swallowed a camel; pn31 vbz xx c-acp cs pns31 vdd vvi dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; cc-acp pns32 vbdr av-j j, pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10690 they crowded out, and regarded nor Mercy and Judgment, they would not pull a poor beast out of a pit, they crowded out, and regarded nor Mercy and Judgement, they would not pull a poor beast out of a pit, pns32 vvn av, cc vvn ccx n1 cc n1, pns32 vmd xx vvi dt j n1 av pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10691 or relieve a poor man upon the Sabbath day: or relieve a poor man upon the Sabbath day: cc vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10692 they found fault that a man should be helped from deaths door by our Saviour upon the Sabbath, this was their folly. they found fault that a man should be helped from death's door by our Saviour upon the Sabbath, this was their folly. pns32 vvd n1 cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, d vbds po32 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10693 Now our Saviour did not condemn strict keeping of the Sabbath, but he did condemn their Superstition; Now our Saviour did not condemn strict keeping of the Sabbath, but he did condemn their Superstition; av po12 n1 vdd xx vvi j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vdd vvi po32 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10694 for ever since Adams time, it was lawful to do works of Mercy on the Sabbath, it was Lawful to pull a beast out of the pit, for ever since Adams time, it was lawful to do works of Mercy on the Sabbath, it was Lawful to pull a beast out of the pit, c-acp av c-acp npg1 n1, pn31 vbds j pc-acp vdi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10695 and do works of Mercy, and Necessity upon the Sabbath day. and do works of Mercy, and Necessity upon the Sabbath day. cc vdb n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10696 And, whereas the Law saith, The Jewes might not kindle a fire on the Sabbath day, And, whereas the Law Says, The Jews might not kindle a fire on the Sabbath day, np1, cs dt n1 vvz, dt np2 vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10697 if we were in their case, we might not neither; for they were in the Wildernesse, in an hot Countrey, where they needed no Fire, if we were in their case, we might not neither; for they were in the Wilderness, in an hight Country, where they needed no Fire, cs pns12 vbdr p-acp po32 n1, pns12 vmd xx d; c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns32 vvd dx n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10698 and having their Food provided to their hands. and having their Food provided to their hands. cc vhg po32 n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10699 And being in an hot Countrey, if they kindled a Fire, it was out of wantonnesse, And being in an hight Country, if they kindled a Fire, it was out of wantonness, np1 vbg p-acp dt j n1, cs pns32 vvd dt n1, pn31 vbds av pp-f n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10700 but if it had been a cold Countrey, in Adams time, and Abrahams time, and in all times, it was lawful to kindle a Fire. but if it had been a cold Country, in Adams time, and Abrahams time, and in all times, it was lawful to kindle a Fire. cc-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn dt j-jn n1, p-acp npg1 n1, cc npg1 n1, cc p-acp d n2, pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 958 Page 8
10701 Againe, another Argument is this, The very Heathen themselves have ever kept a Sabbath day, though they could not tell which the day was; Again, Another Argument is this, The very Heathen themselves have ever kept a Sabbath day, though they could not tell which the day was; av, j-jn n1 vbz d, dt j j-jn px32 vhb av vvn dt n1 n1, cs pns32 vmd xx vvi r-crq dt n1 vbds; (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10702 some kept the Eighth day, and some the Ninth, yet they ever kept a Sabbath day: Some kept the Eighth day, and Some the Ninth, yet they ever kept a Sabbath day: d vvd dt ord n1, cc d dt ord, av pns32 av vvd dt n1 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10703 Yea, it is certain, many of the Heathen themselves kept the Sabbath after their manner. Yea, it is certain, many of the Heathen themselves kept the Sabbath After their manner. uh, pn31 vbz j, d pp-f dt j-jn px32 vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10704 Alexandrinus, a godly Father, that lived but a little after Christ, saith, That the Heathen did count the •eventh day, an Holy day. Alexandrian, a godly Father, that lived but a little After christ, Says, That the Heathen did count the •eventh day, an Holy day. np1, dt j n1, cst vvd p-acp dt j p-acp np1, vvz, cst dt j-jn vdd vvi dt n1 n1, dt j n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10705 And it is related of Alexander Severus Emperour of Rome, though he were a Pagan, And it is related of Alexander Severus Emperor of Room, though he were a Pagan, cc pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 np1 n1 pp-f vvi, cs pns31 vbdr dt j-jn, (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10706 and Infidel, yet every Sabbath day, he retired from his Warlike affaires, and went up into the Capitol to worship his gods. and Infidel, yet every Sabbath day, he retired from his Warlike affairs, and went up into the Capitol to worship his God's. cc n1, av d n1 n1, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n2, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10707 And it is reported againe in Heathen Histories, our boyes go not to School upon the Sabbath day, And it is reported again in Heathen Histories, our boys go not to School upon the Sabbath day, cc pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp j-jn n2, po12 n2 vvb xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10708 neither are Humane Arts taught on that day; but we have a Rest upon that day: neither Are Humane Arts taught on that day; but we have a Rest upon that day: av-dx vbr j n2 vvn p-acp d n1; cc-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 p-acp d n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10709 Nay, some of the Heathens tell us, That they keep it from the Creation; therefore Philo tells us, That the Sabbath day, is the Creation day: Nay, Some of the heathens tell us, That they keep it from the Creation; Therefore Philo tells us, That the Sabbath day, is the Creation day: uh-x, d pp-f dt n2-jn vvb pno12, cst pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1; av np1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 n1, vbz dt n1 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10710 and divers other poor people, that never had Scripture, or Prophet, or Minister among them, and diverse other poor people, that never had Scripture, or Prophet, or Minister among them, cc j j-jn j n1, cst av-x vhd n1, cc n1, cc vvi p-acp pno32, (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10711 but went meerly by the light of Nature, and what they had learned from their Ancestors and Fathers, they did keep the Sabbath day. but went merely by the Light of Nature, and what they had learned from their Ancestors and Father's, they did keep the Sabbath day. cc-acp vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10712 Nay, one of them saith, That on the Seventh day, all the Host of Heaven and Earth was finished. Nay, one of them Says, That on the Seventh day, all the Host of Heaven and Earth was finished. uh-x, crd pp-f pno32 vvz, cst p-acp dt ord n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbds vvn. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10713 Therefore seeing the very Heathen have learned to keep this day Holy, it is an Evident Argument, that this is a Moral Commandement. Therefore seeing the very Heathen have learned to keep this day Holy, it is an Evident Argument, that this is a Moral Commandment. av vvg dt j j-jn vhb vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 j, pn31 vbz dt j n1, cst d vbz dt j n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10714 I conclude the Proof of this Point, with the saying of our Saviour Christ, Mat. 5. 18. Heaven and Earth shall passe away, I conclude the Proof of this Point, with the saying of our Saviour christ, Mathew 5. 18. Heaven and Earth shall pass away, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1, np1 crd crd n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10715 but not one jot or title of the Law shall passe away: but not one jot or title of the Law shall pass away: cc-acp xx crd n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi av: (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10716 Marke, our Saviour saith there, that there shall not one jot or title of the Decalogue passe away. Mark, our Saviour Says there, that there shall not one jot or title of the Decalogue pass away. vvb, po12 n1 vvz a-acp, cst a-acp vmb xx pi n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb av. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10717 As for the Ceremonial, and Judicial law, they stand not still, but the whole compasse of them is removed, the Ceremonial Law is quite and clean abolished; As for the Ceremonial, and Judicial law, they stand not still, but the Whole compass of them is removed, the Ceremonial Law is quite and clean abolished; p-acp p-acp dt j, cc j n1, pns32 vvb xx av, cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, dt j n1 vbz av cc av-j vvn; (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10718 and the Judicial Law, in many particulars; and the Judicial Law, in many particulars; cc dt j n1, p-acp d n2-j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 8
10719 therefore our Saviour meant it not of those two Laws, but he speaks of the Decalogue, Therefore our Saviour meant it not of those two Laws, but he speaks of the Decalogue, av po12 n1 vvd pn31 xx pp-f d crd n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 81
10720 and he saith, Heaven and Earth shall passe away, before one jot of it shall passe away, much lesse an whole branch be rooted out. and he Says, Heaven and Earth shall pass away, before one jot of it shall pass away, much less an Whole branch be rooted out. cc pns31 vvz, n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, p-acp crd n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi av, d av-dc dt j-jn n1 vbi vvn av. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 81
10721 And Gal. 3. 10. the Apostle saith, Cursed is every one that continues not in all things that are written in this Law to do them; And Gal. 3. 10. the Apostle Says, Cursed is every one that continues not in all things that Are written in this Law to do them; np1 np1 crd crd dt n1 vvz, vvn vbz d pi cst vvz xx p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi pno32; (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 81
10722 not only he that continueth not in the fourth, and fifth, and all the rest. not only he that Continueth not in the fourth, and fifth, and all the rest. xx av-j pns31 cst vvz xx p-acp dt ord, cc ord, cc d dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 81
10723 And Jam. 2. 10. the Apostle there saith, If a man should keep the whole Law of God, And Jam. 2. 10. the Apostle there Says, If a man should keep the Whole Law of God, np1 np1 crd crd dt n1 a-acp vvz, cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 81
10724 and be guilty only in one point, he is guilty of all. and be guilty only in one point, he is guilty of all. cc vbi j av-j p-acp crd n1, pns31 vbz j pp-f d. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 81
10725 Suppose thou didst keep the Three first Commandments, and all the Six last, if thou keepest not the Fourth Commandment, thou art guilty of the breach of all the Commandments. Suppose thou didst keep the Three First commandments, and all the Six last, if thou Keepest not the Fourth Commandment, thou art guilty of the breach of all the commandments. vvb pns21 vdd2 vvi dt crd ord n2, cc d dt crd ord, cs pns21 vv2 xx dt ord n1, pns21 vb2r j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 959 Page 81
10726 I let this passe, and come now to the last Proposition, which is this, That though the last day of the week were kept for the Sabbath, till the coming of Christ, I let this pass, and come now to the last Proposition, which is this, That though the last day of the Week were kept for the Sabbath, till the coming of christ, pns11 vvb d vvi, cc vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz d, cst cs dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 960 Page 81
10727 yet the first day of the week, that seventh day, is now the Lords Day, and is so to continue to the end of the World: yet the First day of the Week, that seventh day, is now the lords Day, and is so to continue to the end of the World: av dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cst ord n1, vbz av dt n2 n1, cc vbz av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 960 Page 81
10728 I frame it thus, The change of the seventh day, to the first day of the week, is not by Ecclesiastical Law, I frame it thus, The change of the seventh day, to the First day of the Week, is not by Ecclesiastical Law, pns11 vvb pn31 av, dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx p-acp j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 960 Page 81
10729 or by the Law of man, or Apostolical Tradition, but it is by the Institution, and express Commandment of God. or by the Law of man, or Apostolical Tradition, but it is by the Institution, and express Commandment of God. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc vvi n1 pp-f np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 960 Page 81
10730 The first Argument to prove it, is taken out of Psal. 118. 24. It is an Argument used by the Church of God in all Ages, ever since twelve hundred years agoe. The First Argument to prove it, is taken out of Psalm 118. 24. It is an Argument used by the Church of God in all Ages, ever since twelve hundred Years ago. dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, vbz vvn av pp-f np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, av c-acp crd crd n2 av. (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10731 Saint Austin did use it in his time, the Psalmist Prophecieth of the Resurrection of Christ, the Stone which the builders refused, is become the Head-stone of the Corner, this is the Lords doing, Saint Austin did use it in his time, the Psalmist Prophesieth of the Resurrection of christ, the Stone which the Builders refused, is become the Headstone of the Corner, this is the lords doing, n1 np1 vdd vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 r-crq dt n2 vvd, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d vbz dt n2 vdg, (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10732 and it is marvellous in our eyes. (Our Saviour Christ, Mat. 21. doth expound it of his Crucifying, and it is marvellous in our eyes. (Our Saviour christ, Mathew 21. does expound it of his Crucifying, cc pn31 vbz j p-acp po12 n2. (po12 n1 np1, np1 crd vdz vvi pn31 pp-f po31 n-vvg, (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10733 and Resurrection) This is the day that the Lord hath made, we will be glad and rejoyce in it. and Resurrection) This is the day that the Lord hath made, we will be glad and rejoice in it. cc n1) d vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vhz vvn, pns12 vmb vbi j cc vvi p-acp pn31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10734 The Psalmist speaks here of the Resurrection of Christ; The Psalmist speaks Here of the Resurrection of christ; dt n1 vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10735 now speaking of this very day, saith he, This is The day that the Lord hath made: now speaking of this very day, Says he, This is The day that the Lord hath made: av vvg pp-f d j n1, vvz pns31, d vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 vhz vvn: (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10736 And we for our part, that are godly, and desire to be built upon this Corner Stone, we will be glad, and rejoyce in it; And we for our part, that Are godly, and desire to be built upon this Corner Stone, we will be glad, and rejoice in it; cc pns12 p-acp po12 n1, cst vbr j, cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 n1, pns12 vmb vbi j, cc vvi p-acp pn31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10737 we will keep it as a glorious day, a day of Thanksgiving, and Rejoycing in God. we will keep it as a glorious day, a day of Thanksgiving, and Rejoicing in God. pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg p-acp np1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10738 The thing is plain, see Isa. 56. 1, 2. the Prophet Prophecyeth of the Day of Christ, The thing is plain, see Isaiah 56. 1, 2. the Prophet Prophesieth of the Day of christ, dt n1 vbz j, vvb np1 crd crd, crd dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10739 and saith, They are blessed that keep the Sabbath, thus saith the Lord, Keep Judgement, and Says, They Are blessed that keep the Sabbath, thus Says the Lord, Keep Judgement, cc vvz, pns32 vbr vvn cst vvb dt n1, av vvz dt n1, vvb n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10740 and Justice, for my Salvation is at hand to come, and my Righteousness is to be revealed: and justice, for my Salvation is At hand to come, and my Righteousness is to be revealed: cc n1, p-acp po11 n1 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn: (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10741 Blessed is the man that doth this, and keepeth my Sabbaths. This is a Prophecie of the day of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; Blessed is the man that does this, and Keepeth my Sabbaths. This is a Prophecy of the day of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ; j-vvn vbz dt n1 cst vdz d, cc vvz po11 n2. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1 np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10742 and he pronounceth a blessing upon those that keep the Sabbath in those dayes. and he pronounceth a blessing upon those that keep the Sabbath in those days. cc pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d cst vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10743 Again, Isa. 11. 10. it was Prophecied of old, that the first day of the week, should be the Sabbath day, the Lords day: Again, Isaiah 11. 10. it was Prophesied of old, that the First day of the Week, should be the Sabbath day, the lords day: av, np1 crd crd pn31 vbds vvn pp-f j, cst dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vmd vbi dt n1 n1, dt n2 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10744 In that day, there shall be a Root of Jesse, which shall stand up for an Ensigne to the people, In that day, there shall be a Root of Jesse, which shall stand up for an Ensign to the people, p-acp d n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10745 and the Nations shall flie unto it, and his Rest shall be Glorious: Not only the Fathers Rest shall be glorious, when he had Created Heaven, and Earth, and the nations shall fly unto it, and his Rest shall be Glorious: Not only the Father's Rest shall be glorious, when he had Created Heaven, and Earth, cc dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi j: xx av-j dt ng1 n1 vmb vbi j, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn n1, cc n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10746 and rested the seventh day, but Christs Rest also shall be glorious; and rested the seventh day, but Christ Rest also shall be glorious; cc vvd dt ord n1, cc-acp npg1 n1 av vmb vbi j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10747 for all Divines agree, that the Prophet speaks of the Rest of Christ, from the work of Redemption; for all Divines agree, that the Prophet speaks of the Rest of christ, from the work of Redemption; p-acp d n2-jn vvb, cst dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10748 now his Rest shall be glorious. now his Rest shall be glorious. av po31 n1 vmb vbi j. (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10749 As God the Father Rested from his work, and his Rest was glorious for four thousand years together; As God the Father Rested from his work, and his Rest was glorious for four thousand Years together; p-acp np1 dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vbds j p-acp crd crd n2 av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10750 so Christs Rest from his work shall be glorious, there shall be glory and honour put upon it, so Christ Rest from his work shall be glorious, there shall be glory and honour put upon it, av npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi j, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pn31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10751 as well as upon the Rest of the Father, when he Rested from making of Heaven and Earth. as well as upon the Rest of the Father, when he Rested from making of Heaven and Earth. c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp vvg pp-f n1 cc n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 961 Page 81
10752 Secondly, Another Argument to prove this, is out of Rev. 1. 10. there Saint John speaking of the first day of the week, the Spirit of the Lord calls it the Lords Day, I was in the Spirit on the Lords Day, so that it is not by Apostolical Tradition only, Secondly, another Argument to prove this, is out of Rev. 1. 10. there Saint John speaking of the First day of the Week, the Spirit of the Lord calls it the lords Day, I was in the Spirit on the lords Day, so that it is not by Apostolical Tradition only, ord, j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi d, vbz av pp-f n1 crd crd a-acp n1 np1 vvg pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31 dt ng1 n1, pns11 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, av cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp j n1 av-j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 962 Page 81
10753 but by the Institution of God himself, he doth call it the Lords Day, I was in the Spirit upon the Lords Day; but by the Institution of God himself, he does call it the lords Day, I was in the Spirit upon the lords Day; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31, pns31 vdz vvi pn31 dt n2 n1, pns11 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 962 Page 81
10754 he calls the first day of the week the Lords Day, by the same reason that the Sacrament is called the Lords Supper. he calls the First day of the Week the lords Day, by the same reason that the Sacrament is called the lords Supper. pns31 vvz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n2 n1, p-acp dt d n1 cst dt n1 vbz vvn dt n2 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 962 Page 82
10755 Now the Sacrament is so called, because the Lord Instituted it, and therefore it must be Holy: Now the Sacrament is so called, Because the Lord Instituted it, and Therefore it must be Holy: av dt n1 vbz av vvn, c-acp dt n1 vvd pn31, cc av pn31 vmb vbi j: (12) treatise (DIV2) 962 Page 82
10756 so the Lords Day is called so, because the Lord Instituted it, and therefore it must be kept Holy. so the lords Day is called so, Because the Lord Instituted it, and Therefore it must be kept Holy. av dt n2 n1 vbz vvn av, c-acp dt n1 vvd pn31, cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn j. (12) treatise (DIV2) 962 Page 82
10757 Another Argument is this, Our Saviour Christ himself doth Intitle himself to be the Lord of the Sabbath, another Argument is this, Our Saviour christ himself does Entitle himself to be the Lord of the Sabbath, j-jn n1 vbz d, po12 n1 np1 px31 vdz vvb px31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 963 Page 82
10758 and therefore able to alter it, and change it, and appoint what businesse is to be done, and Therefore able to altar it, and change it, and appoint what business is to be done, cc av j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31, cc vvi r-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vdn, (12) treatise (DIV2) 963 Page 82
10759 and what not to be done, upon that day; and what not to be done, upon that day; cc q-crq xx pc-acp vbi vdn, p-acp d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 963 Page 82
10760 he doth openly profess, that he is Lord of the Sabbath, Mark 2. 28. and John 5. 23. he saith, They shall Honour the Son, as they Honour the Father; he does openly profess, that he is Lord of the Sabbath, Mark 2. 28. and John 5. 23. he Says, They shall Honour the Son, as they Honour the Father; pns31 vdz av-j vvi, cst pns31 vbz n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb crd crd cc np1 crd crd pns31 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 963 Page 82
10761 As they honour the Father with a Sabbath, in regard of his Rest from the work of Creation, As they honour the Father with a Sabbath, in regard of his Rest from the work of Creation, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 963 Page 82
10762 so they shall honour the Son with a Sabbath, in regard of his Rest from the work of Redemption, which being compared with Rev. 1. 10. where it is called the Lords Day: so they shall honour the Son with a Sabbath, in regard of his Rest from the work of Redemption, which being compared with Rev. 1. 10. where it is called the lords Day: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp n1 crd crd c-crq pn31 vbz vvn dt n2 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 963 Page 82
10763 These two being put together, do plainly prove it. These two being put together, do plainly prove it. d crd vbg vvn av, vdb av-j vvi pn31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 963 Page 82
10764 Fourthly, Christ himself did command his Apostles to keep this day, it was not by the Apostles counsel, Fourthly, christ himself did command his Apostles to keep this day, it was not by the Apostles counsel, ord, np1 px31 vdd vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt n2 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10765 as if they would set up this day in the Church, as some would have it; as if they would Set up this day in the Church, as Some would have it; c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp d vmd vhi pn31; (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10766 but Christ did command them so to do; but christ did command them so to do; cc-acp np1 vdd vvi pno32 av pc-acp vdi; (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10767 for the Apostles did deliver nothing Generally to the Church, but what they received from the Lord, for the Apostles did deliver nothing Generally to the Church, but what they received from the Lord, p-acp dt n2 vdd vvi pix av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10768 as Paul saith, What I have received from the Lora, that I declare unto you, 1 Cor. 11. But I will prove it was the Commandment of Christ to them, by this Argument, as Paul Says, What I have received from the Lora, that I declare unto you, 1 Cor. 11. But I will prove it was the Commandment of christ to them, by this Argument, c-acp np1 vvz, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt np1, cst pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, crd np1 crd p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, p-acp d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10769 Because the first day of the week was alwayes kept for the assemblies of the people of God, Because the First day of the Week was always kept for the assemblies of the people of God, c-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10770 before the Apostles durst order any thing in the Church: before the Apostles durst order any thing in the Church: p-acp dt n2 vvd n1 d n1 p-acp dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10771 the Apostles never durst undertake to set up any order in the Church, until the Holy Ghost fell upon them in fiery tongues, the Apostles never durst undertake to Set up any order in the Church, until the Holy Ghost fell upon them in fiery tongues, dt n2 av-x vvd vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j n1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10772 and that was fourty dayes after. and that was fourty days After. cc cst vbds crd n2 a-acp. (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10773 Now the first day of the week was kept long before this, John 20. 19. they kept the first day of the week: Now the First day of the Week was kept long before this, John 20. 19. they kept the First day of the Week: av dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn av-j p-acp d, np1 crd crd pns32 vvd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10774 and again the next week, ver 26. they kept the first day of the week; and Luke 24. they kept the first day of the week. and again the next Week, for 26. they kept the First day of the Week; and Lycia 24. they kept the First day of the Week. cc av dt ord n1, p-acp crd pns32 vvd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1; cc av crd pns32 vvd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10775 And if you compare three or four places of Scripture together, as Mat. 28. 16, 20. together with John 20. 19, 26. we shall see plainly in John, that they did meet upon the first day of the week, And if you compare three or four places of Scripture together, as Mathew 28. 16, 20. together with John 20. 19, 26. we shall see plainly in John, that they did meet upon the First day of the Week, cc cs pn22 vvb crd cc crd n2 pp-f n1 av, c-acp np1 crd crd, crd av p-acp np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, cst pns32 vdd vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10776 and in Mat. 28. we shall see that Christ appointed them so to do, it was by his Commandment. and in Mathew 28. we shall see that christ appointed them so to do, it was by his Commandment. cc p-acp np1 crd pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vvd pno32 av pc-acp vdi, pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 964 Page 82
10777 Fifthly, Another Argument to prove that it is by Divine Institution, and not by Humane Ordinance, is this, Fifthly, another Argument to prove that it is by Divine Institution, and not by Humane Ordinance, is this, ord, j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n1, cc xx p-acp j n1, vbz d, (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10778 Because the Wisdome of Jesus Christ, would never have committed such a weighty thing as this is to the Judgement of man. Because the Wisdom of jesus christ, would never have committed such a weighty thing as this is to the Judgement of man. c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, vmd av-x vhi vvn d dt j n1 c-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10779 Certainly the Lord Jesus Christ, before his ascending up unto his Father, would never have left things so raw, Certainly the Lord jesus christ, before his ascending up unto his Father, would never have left things so raw, av-j dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp po31 vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1, vmd av-x vhi vvn n2 av j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10780 and uncertain, and imperfect, as to leave such a Branch of such a Sacred Ordinance, to be at the Arbitrament of men, being so apt to take liberty, and uncertain, and imperfect, as to leave such a Branch of such a Sacred Ordinance, to be At the Arbitrament of men, being so apt to take liberty, cc j, cc j, c-acp pc-acp vvi d dt n1 pp-f d dt j n1, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vbg av j pc-acp vvi n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10781 and so negligent to keep any day Holy, surely the Lord would never have left it to the Arbitrament of men. and so negligent to keep any day Holy, surely the Lord would never have left it to the Arbitrament of men. cc av j pc-acp vvi d n1 j, av-j dt n1 vmd av-x vhi vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10782 Therefore we may well conclude, it is to be found in Scripture by Ordination of God; Therefore we may well conclude, it is to be found in Scripture by Ordination of God; av pns12 vmb av vvi, pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10783 for mark what the Apostle saith, As Moses was faithful in all his house, so Christ is faithful in all his house, Heb. 3. 2, 3. He proves that Christ is more faithful then Moses: Now Moses was faithful, for mark what the Apostle Says, As Moses was faithful in all his house, so christ is faithful in all his house, Hebrew 3. 2, 3. He Proves that christ is more faithful then Moses: Now Moses was faithful, p-acp vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, p-acp np1 vbds j p-acp d po31 n1, av np1 vbz j p-acp d po31 n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vvz cst np1 vbz av-dc j cs np1: av np1 vbds j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10784 for he delivered the whole mind of God to the people of Israel, there was nothing left out, for he Delivered the Whole mind of God to the people of Israel, there was nothing left out, c-acp pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vbds pix vvn av, (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10785 for time, or place, or manner; for time, or place, or manner; p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10786 there was not any Ceremony in the worship of God left out, but he delivered all to them, he was faithful. there was not any Ceremony in the worship of God left out, but he Delivered all to them, he was faithful. pc-acp vbds xx d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av, cc-acp pns31 vvd d p-acp pno32, pns31 vbds j. (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10787 So Christ is faithful in his house, therefore seeing Christ knew how ready men were to neglect, So christ is faithful in his house, Therefore seeing christ knew how ready men were to neglect, av np1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1, av vvg np1 vvd c-crq j n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi, (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10788 and prophane the Sabbath, plain reason tells us, that he would order it himself. and profane the Sabbath, plain reason tells us, that he would order it himself. cc vvi dt n1, j n1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 px31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 965 Page 82
10789 Again, Who should Institute any Ordinance in the Church, but only he that is the Head of the Church? Again, Who should Institute any Ordinance in the Church, but only he that is the Head of the Church? av, q-crq vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-j pns31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1? (12) treatise (DIV2) 966 Page 82
10790 Again, Another Argument is this, It hath been the Practice of all holy men since the Apostles daies, to keep this day. Again, another Argument is this, It hath been the Practice of all holy men since the Apostles days, to keep this day. av, j-jn n1 vbz d, pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp dt n2 n2, pc-acp vvi d n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 82
10791 That it was the practice of the Apostles, that you will grant, that they kept the first day of the week. That it was the practice of the Apostles, that you will grant, that they kept the First day of the Week. cst pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi, cst pns32 vvd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 82
10792 Now if there were no Argument but this, that the Apostles did keep it, this were enough to prove the change of the day, Now if there were no Argument but this, that the Apostles did keep it, this were enough to prove the change of the day, av cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 p-acp d, cst dt n2 vdd vvi pn31, d vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10793 when we find that the Apostles did sanctifie this day, this were proof enough to stay our mindes; when we find that the Apostles did sanctify this day, this were proof enough to stay our minds; c-crq pns12 vvb cst dt n2 vdd vvi d n1, d vbdr n1 av-d pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10794 for certainly they had a more Infallible guidance and direction then we have, and they insisted upon this day, 1 Cor. 16. 1. 2. They ordained, for Certainly they had a more Infallible guidance and direction then we have, and they insisted upon this day, 1 Cor. 16. 1. 2. They ordained, c-acp av-j pns32 vhd dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 cs pns12 vhb, cc pns32 vvd p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd crd crd pns32 vvd, (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10795 and John the Divine kept this day, though he were in the place of his banishment, where he could hear no Sermon, and John the Divine kept this day, though he were in the place of his banishment, where he could hear no Sermon, cc np1 dt j-jn vvn d n1, cs pns31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi dx n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10796 but was all alone, yet he would keep the Sabbath, on the first day of the week, but was all alone, yet he would keep the Sabbath, on the First day of the Week, cc-acp vbds d j, av pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10797 and the Lord rewarded his sanctifying of this day, by declaring the Revelation unto him, to incourage all good people to go on in keeping this day. and the Lord rewarded his sanctifying of this day, by declaring the Revelation unto him, to encourage all good people to go on in keeping this day. cc dt n1 vvd po31 j-vvg pp-f d n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp vvg d n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10798 But to leave these, and come to the time of the ancient Fathers, immediately after the Apostles; But to leave these, and come to the time of the ancient Father's, immediately After the Apostles; p-acp pc-acp vvi d, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, av-j p-acp dt n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10799 they all agree upon the first day of the week: Ignatius doth so; they all agree upon the First day of the Week: Ignatius does so; pns32 d vvi p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1: np1 vdz av; (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10800 and Saint Austin saith, as the Virgin Mary is among women, so is the first day of the week, among dayes; and Saint Austin Says, as the Virgae Marry is among women, so is the First day of the Week, among days; cc n1 np1 vvz, c-acp dt n1 uh vbz p-acp n2, av vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10801 as she was blessed above women, so is the first day of the week blessed above daies: as she was blessed above women, so is the First day of the Week blessed above days: c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, av vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n2: (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10802 No man that makes conscience of his wayes, but shall find a blessing upon every day; No man that makes conscience of his ways, but shall find a blessing upon every day; uh-dx n1 cst vvz n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10803 but God hath blessed this day in a more peculiar manner, and the soul that makes conscience of the keeping of it, may by the Covenant of God expect a blessing. but God hath blessed this day in a more peculiar manner, and the soul that makes conscience of the keeping of it, may by the Covenant of God expect a blessing. cc-acp np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1, cc dt n1 cst vvz n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 967 Page 83
10804 Now to come to the dead times of Popery, If ever the Sabbath was out of memory, Now to come to the dead times of Popery, If ever the Sabbath was out of memory, av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cs av dt n1 vbds av pp-f n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 968 Page 83
10805 and out of date, then was the time; and out of date, then was the time; cc av pp-f n1, av vbds dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 968 Page 83
10806 for then there was a great falling away, a great forsaking, a great declining, and people hearkned to Doctrines of Divels, for then there was a great falling away, a great forsaking, a great declining, and people hearkened to Doctrines of Devils, c-acp cs a-acp vbds dt j n-vvg av, dt j vvg, dt j j-vvg, cc n1 vvd p-acp n2 pp-f n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 968 Page 83
10807 and Damnable Heresies, and the whole world groaned under Popery: and Damnable Heresies, and the Whole world groaned under Popery: cc j n2, cc dt j-jn n1 vvd p-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 968 Page 83
10808 Yet in the dead times of Popery there were abundance of Prophets, the Lord did keep their Judgements entire in this thing, Yet in the dead times of Popery there were abundance of prophets, the Lord did keep their Judgments entire in this thing, av p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 a-acp vbdr n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 vdd vvi po32 n2 j p-acp d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 968 Page 83
10809 as Gregory, and Silvester, and others, though they were Superstitious Papists, yet they say, That the change of the Sabbath, from the last day of the week to the first, is by Divine Institution. as Gregory, and Silvester, and Others, though they were Superstitious Papists, yet they say, That the change of the Sabbath, from the last day of the Week to the First, is by Divine Institution. c-acp np1, cc np1, cc n2-jn, cs pns32 vbdr j njp2, av pns32 vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord, vbz p-acp j-jn n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 968 Page 83
10810 Now to come to the times of Reformation, here we have abundance of Reverend men beyond the sea, both in Germany, and France, that maintain it is by Divine Institution. Now to come to the times of Reformation, Here we have abundance of Reverend men beyond the sea, both in Germany, and France, that maintain it is by Divine Institution. av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av pns12 vhb n1 pp-f n-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, av-d p-acp np1, cc np1, cst vvb pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 968 Page 83
10811 Another Argument is taken from the Judgements of God; another Argument is taken from the Judgments of God; j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 969 Page 83
10812 If men will not hearken to reason, and the examples of the Saints, and Judgement of Divines in all ages, If men will not harken to reason, and the Examples of the Saints, and Judgement of Divines in all ages, cs n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp d n2, (12) treatise (DIV2) 969 Page 83
10813 yet the Lord will make it appear from heaven, that this is the Lords Day, and the Lord hath sealed it. yet the Lord will make it appear from heaven, that this is the lords Day, and the Lord hath sealed it. av dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 vvi p-acp n1, cst d vbz dt ng1 n1, cc dt n1 vhz vvn pn31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 969 Page 83
10814 First by his Judgements, for the wrath of God hath been revealed from heaven upon those that have prophaned this day: First by his Judgments, for the wrath of God hath been revealed from heaven upon those that have Profaned this day: ord p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vhb vvn d n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10815 the Stories in all ages shew it. the Stories in all ages show it. dt n2 p-acp d n2 vvb pn31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10816 In the Councel of Paris, where Divines out of all Countries in Christendome were met together, to consult about matters of Religion, Ministers stepped up, In the Council of paris, where Divines out of all Countries in Christendom were met together, to consult about matters of Religion, Ministers stepped up, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq vvz av pp-f d n2 p-acp np1 vbdr vvn av, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, n2 vvd a-acp, (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10817 and made complaint, concernining the Sabbath, Let us make a Canon for the sanctifying of the Sabbath day, and made complaint, concernining the Sabbath, Let us make a Canon for the sanctifying of the Sabbath day, cc vvd n1, j-vvg dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10818 for to our knowledg, the Lords wrath hath broken out upon the Countrey for the breach of this day; for to our knowledge, the lords wrath hath broken out upon the Country for the breach of this day; c-acp p-acp po12 n1, dt n2 n1 vhz vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10819 and one related one story, and another, another; and one related one story, and Another, Another; cc pi vvd crd n1, cc j-jn, j-jn; (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10820 as one told a Story of a Miller, that grinding upon the Sabbath day, a fire brake out, as one told a Story of a Miller, that grinding upon the Sabbath day, a fire brake out, p-acp pi vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvg p-acp dt n1 n1, dt n1 vvd av, (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10821 and burnt Mill, and Man, and all. and burned Mill, and Man, and all. cc vvd n1, cc n1, cc d. (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10822 Another, of an Husbandman, that going into the field to fetch home his Corn upon the Sabbath day, thunder and lightning brake forth, another, of an Husbandman, that going into the field to fetch home his Corn upon the Sabbath day, thunder and lightning brake forth, j-jn, pp-f dt n1, cst vvg p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-an po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, n1 cc n1 vvd av, (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10823 and burnt him and his corn. and burned him and his corn. cc vvd pno31 cc po31 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10824 Many such stories were related in that Councel, and the Magdenbergs have a story of a Noble-man, that using to Hunt upon the Sabbath day, the Lord brought it so to passe, that his Wife brought forth a child, with a head just like a dog. Many such stories were related in that Council, and the Magdeburgs have a story of a Nobleman, that using to Hunt upon the Sabbath day, the Lord brought it so to pass, that his Wife brought forth a child, with a head just like a dog. av-d d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, cc dt np1 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, dt n1 vvd pn31 av pc-acp vvi, cst po31 n1 vvd av dt n1, p-acp dt n1 av av-j dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10825 I could relate abundance of Stories beyond sea, but we have enough here at home; I could relate abundance of Stories beyond sea, but we have enough Here At home; pns11 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns12 vhb av-d av p-acp n1-an; (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10826 the Town of Stratford, in Warwick shire, as it is related in the Practice of Piety, was Burnt three times upon this day. the Town of Stratford, in Warwick shire, as it is related in the Practice of Piety, was Burned three times upon this day. dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp np1 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds vvn crd n2 p-acp d n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10827 And the Story of the Parris Garden, 1583. they were gathered together this day, to see the sport of the Beasts fighting together, And the Story of the Paris Garden, 1583. they were gathered together this day, to see the sport of the Beasts fighting together, cc dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1, crd pns32 vbdr vvn av d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg av, (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10828 and the Scaffold fell down, and eight were slain, and abundance hurt. and the Scaffold fell down, and eight were slave, and abundance hurt. cc dt n1 vvd a-acp, cc crd vbdr vvn, cc n1 vvn. (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 83
10829 So there are many more such Examples, I remember my self above a dozen within this half year; So there Are many more such Examples, I Remember my self above a dozen within this half year; av a-acp vbr av-d av-dc d n2, pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp dt crd p-acp d j-jn n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 84
10830 the Lord hath revealed his displeasure from heaven, for the breach of this day. Secondly, Again the Lord hath sealed this in the conscience of his people. the Lord hath revealed his displeasure from heaven, for the breach of this day. Secondly, Again the Lord hath sealed this in the conscience of his people. dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. ord, av dt n1 vhz vvn d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 970 Page 84
10831 For who are they that break this day, but loose, and vain, and prophane men? And who make conscience of it, For who Are they that break this day, but lose, and vain, and profane men? And who make conscience of it, p-acp r-crq vbr pns32 cst vvb d n1, cc-acp vvb, cc j, cc j n2? cc q-crq vvb n1 pp-f pn31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 971 Page 84
10832 but those that most fear God, those that God hath most crowned with Righteousnesse and sanctification? they delight in this, but those that most Fear God, those that God hath most crowned with Righteousness and sanctification? they delight in this, cc-acp d cst ds vvb np1, d cst np1 vhz av-ds j-vvn p-acp n1 cc n1? pns32 vvb p-acp d, (12) treatise (DIV2) 971 Page 84
10833 and Sanctifie it, and count it Holy to the Lord; and Sanctify it, and count it Holy to the Lord; cc vvb pn31, cc vvb pn31 j p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 971 Page 84
10834 and the more a man fears God, the more careful he is of the keeping of this day, and the more a man fears God, the more careful he is of the keeping of this day, cc dt av-dc dt n1 vvz np1, dt av-dc j pns31 vbz pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 971 Page 84
10835 and the more he is grieved to see it prophaned, either by himself or others, because he hath experience of the blessings of God upon the keeping of this day; and the more he is grieved to see it Profaned, either by himself or Others, Because he hath experience of the blessings of God upon the keeping of this day; cc dt av-dc pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 vvn, av-d p-acp px31 cc n2-jn, c-acp pns31 vhz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 971 Page 84
10836 no man doth Sanctifie this day conscionably, but he shall find a blessing, therefore it is surely from the Lord. no man does Sanctify this day Conscionably, but he shall find a blessing, Therefore it is surely from the Lord. dx n1 vdz vvb d n1 av-j, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, av pn31 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 971 Page 84
10837 The First Ʋse is this, Is the first day of the week the Sabbath by Divine institution? then here we see, that we are to keep a whole day. The First Ʋse is this, Is the First day of the Week the Sabbath by Divine Institution? then Here we see, that we Are to keep a Whole day. dt ord n1 vbz d, vbz dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1? av av pns12 vvb, cst pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10838 The Divel, if he cannot make men keep no day, then it is his policy to make them keep it by halves. The devil, if he cannot make men keep no day, then it is his policy to make them keep it by halves. dt n1, cs pns31 vmbx vvi n2 vvb dx n1, cs pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn. (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10839 Oh, say they, Do we not keep the Sabbath? Do we not come to Church, O, say they, Do we not keep the Sabbath? Do we not come to Church, uh, vvb pns32, vdb pns12 xx vvi dt n1? vdb pns12 xx vvi p-acp n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10840 and hear the word, and Divine Service Morning and Evening? Is not this to keep the Sabbath? But if the Lord hath Instituted this day, and hear the word, and Divine Service Morning and Evening? Is not this to keep the Sabbath? But if the Lord hath Instituted this day, cc vvi dt n1, cc j-jn n1 n1 cc n1? vbz xx d pc-acp vvi dt n1? p-acp cs dt n1 vhz vvn d n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10841 then certainly he hath Instituted a whole day. It is madnesse, and want of reason for a man to think the contrary. then Certainly he hath Instituted a Whole day. It is madness, and want of reason for a man to think the contrary. av av-j pns31 vhz vvn dt j-jn n1. pn31 vbz n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n-jn. (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10842 Suppose I hire a man to labour with mee for a day, do I not make account he should work one whole day? Suppose I hire a Servant for a year, do I not mean an whole year? though I put not in the word Whole, yet I suppose he must dwell a whole year with me. Suppose I hire a man to labour with me for a day, do I not make account he should work one Whole day? Suppose I hire a Servant for a year, do I not mean an Whole year? though I put not in the word whole, yet I suppose he must dwell a Whole year with me. vvb pns11 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1, vdb pns11 xx vvi n1 pns31 vmd vvi pi j-jn n1? vvb pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vdb pns11 xx vvi dt j-jn n1? cs pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 j-jn, av pns11 vvb pns31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno11. (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10843 And if I hire a man for a day, it is for an whole day: And if I hire a man for a day, it is for an Whole day: cc cs pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10844 so that in Grammatical sense, when the Scripture saith, Thou shalt Sanctifie the Sabbath day, it is meant a whole day ▪ It is not in this, as in other words; so that in Grammatical sense, when the Scripture Says, Thou shalt Sanctify the Sabbath day, it is meant a Whole day ▪ It is not in this, as in other words; av cst p-acp j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz, pns21 vm2 vvb dt n1 n1, pn31 vbz vvn dt j-jn n1 ▪ pn31 vbz xx p-acp d, c-acp p-acp j-jn n2; (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10845 any piece of a stone is stone: but in things that signifie the whole, it is not the same, as a day; any piece of a stone is stone: but in things that signify the Whole, it is not the same, as a day; d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz n1: cc-acp p-acp n2 cst vvb dt j-jn, pn31 vbz xx dt d, c-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10846 a part of a day, is not a day: a part of a day, is not a day: dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10847 the least part of water is water, or of fire is fire, but a part of a day, is not a day Remember thou keep holy the Sabbath day; the least part of water is water, or of fire is fire, but a part of a day, is not a day remember thou keep holy the Sabbath day; dt ds n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1, cc pp-f n1 vbz n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx dt n1 vvb pns21 vvb j dt n1 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10848 and I was in the Spirit on the Lords day; and they met together on the first day of the week: and I was in the Spirit on the lords day; and they met together on the First day of the Week: cc pns11 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 n1; cc pns32 vvd av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10849 it is a day, therefore the meaning of the scripture is, that it should be a whole day, it is a day, Therefore the meaning of the scripture is, that it should be a Whole day, pn31 vbz dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, cst pn31 vmd vbi dt j-jn n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10850 and it is so in reason, and therefore we are to keep an whole day: and it is so in reason, and Therefore we Are to keep an Whole day: cc pn31 vbz av p-acp n1, cc av pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10851 therefore we should not curtail the Lords day, as the servants of Hanun did the garments of Davids servants. Therefore we should not curtail the lords day, as the Servants of Hanun did the garments of Davids Servants. av pns12 vmd xx vvi dt n2 n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10852 You know what became of Ananias, and Saphira, that brought but part, when they should have brought the whole; You know what became of Ananias, and Sapphira, that brought but part, when they should have brought the Whole; pn22 vvb r-crq vvd pp-f np1, cc np1, cst vvd p-acp n1, c-crq pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt j-jn; (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10853 they should have brought the whole price of their inheritance, but they brought but part, therefore the Lord smote them with death: they should have brought the Whole price of their inheritance, but they brought but part, Therefore the Lord smote them with death: pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc-acp pns32 vvd p-acp n1, av dt n1 vvd pno32 p-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10854 so when the Lord requires a whole day, and we give him but a part, we shall bring vengeance upon our own heads. so when the Lord requires a Whole day, and we give him but a part, we shall bring vengeance upon our own Heads. av c-crq dt n1 vvz dt j-jn n1, cc pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po12 d n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 972 Page 84
10855 There are divers arguments for it: There Are diverse Arguments for it: pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp pn31: (12) treatise (DIV2) 973 Page 84
10856 First the weeke consists of seven dayes, and he hath given six to us and reserves one day to himself: First the Week consists of seven days, and he hath given six to us and reserves one day to himself: np1 dt n1 vvz pp-f crd n2, cc pns31 vhz vvn crd p-acp pno12 cc vvz crd n1 p-acp px31: (12) treatise (DIV2) 973 Page 84
10857 now we wil grant that we have not part of six dayes, but six whole dayes. now we will grant that we have not part of six days, but six Whole days. av pns12 vmb vvi cst pns12 vhb xx n1 pp-f crd n2, cc-acp crd j-jn n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 973 Page 84
10858 If you aske a man what, do you work all day? Why yea, the Lord hath given us six dayes, therefore six whole dayes. If you ask a man what, do you work all day? Why yea, the Lord hath given us six days, Therefore six Whole days. cs pn22 vvb dt n1 r-crq, vdb pn22 vvi d n1? q-crq uh, dt n1 vhz vvn pno12 crd n2, av crd j-jn n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 973 Page 84
10859 Now by the same reason God must have an whole day; Now by the same reason God must have an Whole day; av p-acp dt d n1 np1 vmb vhi dt j-jn n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 973 Page 84
10860 if we take any part of the seventh day, then we have more then six dayes, which is contrary to the scripture. if we take any part of the seventh day, then we have more then six days, which is contrary to the scripture. cs pns12 vvb d n1 pp-f dt ord n1, cs pns12 vhb dc cs crd n2, r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 973 Page 84
10861 Another reason is this, God rested the seventh day: now looke what time God rested, that time we must sanctifie: another reason is this, God rested the seventh day: now look what time God rested, that time we must sanctify: j-jn n1 vbz d, np1 vvd dt ord n1: av vvb r-crq n1 np1 vvd, cst n1 pns12 vmb vvi: (12) treatise (DIV2) 974 Page 84
10862 now God rested the seventh day, all of it, he left none of the creation to do upon the seventh day; now God rested the seventh day, all of it, he left none of the creation to do upon the seventh day; av np1 vvd dt ord n1, d pp-f pn31, pns31 vvd pix pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt ord n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 974 Page 84
10863 he had finished the creation in six dayes, and rested all the seventh day, therefore we must keep the whole day. he had finished the creation in six days, and rested all the seventh day, Therefore we must keep the Whole day. pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp crd n2, cc vvd d dt ord n1, av pns12 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 974 Page 84
10864 Thirdly, because this is the nature of a Sabbath to bee 24 houres, not to be an artificiall day, Thirdly, Because this is the nature of a Sabbath to be 24 hours, not to be an artificial day, ord, c-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi crd n2, xx pc-acp vbi dt j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 974 Page 84
10865 but to be a naturall day, 24 houres together, as you may see Lev. 23. 32. you shall keep the Sabbath from evening to evening; but to be a natural day, 24 hours together, as you may see Lev. 23. 32. you shall keep the Sabbath from evening to evening; cc-acp pc-acp vbi dt j n1, crd n2 av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi np1 crd crd pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 974 Page 84
10866 then the dayes were reckoned from evening to evening from the creation; then the days were reckoned from evening to evening from the creation; av dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 974 Page 85
10867 though now under the gospel, because Christ arose in the morning, they are reckoned from morning to morning. though now under the gospel, Because christ arose in the morning, they Are reckoned from morning to morning. cs av p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 974 Page 85
10868 Fourthly, another argument is this, God never ordained halfe holy dayes in his Church; Fourthly, Another argument is this, God never ordained half holy days in his Church; ord, j-jn n1 vbz d, np1 av-x vvd n-jn j n2 p-acp po31 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 975 Page 85
10869 indeed the Church of Rome have halfe holy dayes, as saint Blacies day, which is to be kept in the fore noon: indeed the Church of Rome have half holy days, as saint Blacies day, which is to be kept in the before noon: av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb j-jn j n2, c-acp n1 n2 n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt a-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 975 Page 85
10870 so they have other dayes that are to be kept in the after-noone, but in the fore-noone, they may do what they list: so they have other days that Are to be kept in the afternoon, but in the forenoon, they may do what they list: av pns32 vhb j-jn n2 cst vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb vdi r-crq pns32 vvb: (12) treatise (DIV2) 975 Page 85
10871 so heathens did, as Ovid saith, the former part of the day is holy, the latter part of the day is not holy; so Heathens did, as Ovid Says, the former part of the day is holy, the latter part of the day is not holy; av n2-jn vdd, c-acp np1 vvz, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 975 Page 85
10872 the Lord hath no such days as these, but all holy dayes in scripture: the Lord hath not such days as these, but all holy days in scripture: dt n1 vhz xx d n2 c-acp d, cc-acp d j n2 p-acp n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 975 Page 85
10873 if God ever appointed a fast, or new moon, or feast of Tabernacles, whatsoever holy day, he did institute, it was an whole day, if God ever appointed a fast, or new moon, or feast of Tabernacles, whatsoever holy day, he did institute, it was an Whole day, cs np1 av vvd dt n1, cc j n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, r-crq j n1, pns31 vdd vvi, pn31 vbds dt j-jn n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 975 Page 85
10874 and not a part of a day, therefore much more this solemn day. Again, the judgment of all Divines in all ages hath been concerning an whole day. and not a part of a day, Therefore much more this solemn day. Again, the judgement of all Divines in all ages hath been Concerning an Whole day. cc xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av av-d av-dc d j n1. av, dt n1 pp-f d n2-jn p-acp d n2 vhz vbn vvg dt j-jn n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 975 Page 85
10875 I could instance in the fathers, as in Irenaeus, who saith, we are to continue in the Sabbath all the day long, I could instance in the Father's, as in Irnaeus, who Says, we Are to continue in the Sabbath all the day long, pns11 vmd n1 p-acp dt n2, c-acp p-acp np1, r-crq vvz, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 d dt n1 av-j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10876 for the Lord hath required all the day to be kept holy unto him, and the saints of God have alwayes kept an whole day: for the Lord hath required all the day to be kept holy unto him, and the Saints of God have always kept an Whole day: p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp pno31, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb av vvn dt j-jn n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10877 so saint Austin saith, It is not enough, that wee keep three or four houres of the day, so saint Austin Says, It is not enough, that we keep three or four hours of the day, av n1 np1 vvz, pn31 vbz xx av-d, cst pns12 vvb crd cc crd n2 pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10878 but that we rest the whole day. but that we rest the Whole day. cc-acp cst pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10879 And what rest? not only to rest from our bodily labours, for the beasts keep this Sabbath; And what rest? not only to rest from our bodily labours, for the beasts keep this Sabbath; cc q-crq n1? xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n2, p-acp dt n2 vvb d n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10880 nor the rest of sport and pastime, for that is the Sabbath of the golden calfe, they ate and drink, and rose up to play: nor the rest of sport and pastime, for that is the Sabbath of the golden calf, they ate and drink, and rose up to play: ccx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns32 vvd cc vvi, cc vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi: (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10881 No, but that thou mayest be vacant to God all the day in prayer and serving of him. No, but that thou Mayest be vacant to God all the day in prayer and serving of him. uh-dx, cc-acp cst pns21 vm2 vbi j p-acp np1 d dt n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg pp-f pno31. (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10882 So in the Councell of Mexicon there was an assembly of ministers out of all nations in Christendome, So in the Council of Mexicon there was an assembly of Ministers out of all Nations in Christendom, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 av pp-f d n2 p-acp np1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10883 and they ordained a canon, concerning the Lords day, We ordain, that people keep the whole Lords day holy, and they ordained a canon, Concerning the lords day, We ordain, that people keep the Whole lords day holy, cc pns32 vvd dt n1, vvg dt n2 n1, pns12 vvb, cst n1 vvi dt j-jn n2 n1 j, (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10884 and that they set themselves the whole day to pray to God, and delight in God, and heare his word: and that they Set themselves the Whole day to pray to God, and delight in God, and hear his word: cc cst pns32 vvd px32 dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi po31 n1: (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10885 and if a countreymans servant breake this day, his punishment shall be to be beaten with severe blowes, [ ictubus gravi•ribus, are the very words of the Councell; and if a countrymans servant break this day, his punishment shall be to be beaten with severe blows, [ ictubus gravi•ribus, Are the very words of the Council; cc cs dt ng1 n1 vvi d n1, po31 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, [ fw-la fw-la, vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10886 ] and if a Lawyer offer to plead this day, he shall not have the benefit of his pleading or case; ] and if a Lawyer offer to plead this day, he shall not have the benefit of his pleading or case; ] cc cs dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, pns31 vmb xx vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg cc n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10887 and if a minister breake this day, he shall be excommunicated half a year, and throwne out of the Church, and if a minister break this day, he shall be excommunicated half a year, and thrown out of the Church, cc cs dt n1 vvi d n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn j-jn dt n1, cc vvn av pp-f dt n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10888 and shall not be received into the Church again, but upon great humiliation. and shall not be received into the Church again, but upon great humiliation. cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 av, cc-acp p-acp j n1. (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10889 This was the judgment of Divines in all ages, and it is the observation of a reverend Divine, Musculus, upon Exod. 20. God doth not say, Remember the Sabbath, to keepe it holy; This was the judgement of Divines in all ages, and it is the observation of a reverend Divine, Musculus, upon Exod 20. God does not say, remember the Sabbath, to keep it holy; d vbds dt n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp d n2, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn j-jn, np1, p-acp np1 crd np1 vdz xx vvi, vvb dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10890 he that keeps it an hour or two, keeps it holy: but, Remember the Sabbath Day, to keepe it holy; he that keeps it an hour or two, keeps it holy: but, remember the Sabbath Day, to keep it holy; pns31 cst vvz pn31 dt n1 cc crd, vvz pn31 j: cc-acp, vvb dt n1 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j; (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10891 he will have a day kept holy: he will have a day kept holy: pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 vvd j: (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10892 Nay Calvin, whom they take to be on their side, to be a patron of their liberty, he himselfe writing upon Deut. 6 upon these words, Remember the Sabbath day, he saith, we are to keep this day, (speaking of himselfe, Nay calvin, whom they take to be on their side, to be a patron of their liberty, he himself writing upon Deuteronomy 6 upon these words, remember the Sabbath day, he Says, we Are to keep this day, (speaking of himself, uh-x np1, ro-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns31 px31 vvg p-acp np1 crd p-acp d n2, vvb dt n1 n1, pns31 vvz, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1, (vvg pp-f px31, (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10893 and all the people of God,) we are to keepe this day; and not a part of it, but all of it. The second Use is this: and all the people of God,) we Are to keep this day; and not a part of it, but all of it. The second Use is this: cc d dt n1 pp-f np1,) pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi d n1; cc xx dt vvb pp-f pn31, cc-acp d pp-f pn31. dt ord n1 vbz d: (12) treatise (DIV2) 976 Page 85
10894 we may hence see that sports and pastimes are not agreeable to the Lords day; we may hence see that sports and pastimes Are not agreeable to the lords day; pns12 vmb av vvi d n2 cc n2 vbr xx j p-acp dt n2 n1; (12) treatise (DIV2) 977 Page 85
10895 for if the Lord hath forbidden our weekly works on that day, then surely he hath forbidden sports and pastimes. for if the Lord hath forbidden our weekly works on that day, then surely he hath forbidden sports and pastimes. c-acp cs dt n1 vhz vvn po12 j n2 p-acp d n1, av av-j pns31 vhz vvn n2 cc n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 977 Page 85
10896 The reason is good, first because our weekly works, are things Commanded at other times, now sports and pastimes are never Commanded by God, but onely permitted: The reason is good, First Because our weekly works, Are things Commanded At other times, now sports and pastimes Are never Commanded by God, but only permitted: dt n1 vbz j, ord p-acp po12 j n2, vbr n2 vvn p-acp j-jn n2, av n2 cc n2 vbr av-x vvn p-acp np1, cc-acp av-j vvn: (12) treatise (DIV2) 978 Page 85
10897 now if things commanded, and things that are good at sometimes, if these notwithstanding may not be done upon the Lords day, now if things commanded, and things that Are good At sometime, if these notwithstanding may not be done upon the lords day, av cs n2 vvd, cc n2 cst vbr j p-acp av, cs d c-acp vmb xx vbi vdn p-acp dt n2 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 978 Page 85
10898 then much lesse must those be done that are permitted onely. Secondly, because weekely works do lesse distract a man from God, then sports and pastimes. then much less must those be done that Are permitted only. Secondly, Because weekly works do less distract a man from God, then sports and pastimes. av av-d av-dc vmb d vbi vdn cst vbr vvn av-j. ord, c-acp j n2 vdb dc vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, cs n2 cc n2. (12) treatise (DIV2) 978 Page 85
10899 I appeale to any man here present, if he be not more heavenly and better employed, I appeal to any man Here present, if he be not more heavenly and better employed, pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 av j, cs pns31 vbb xx av-dc j cc av-jc vvn, (12) treatise (DIV2) 979 Page 85
10900 and lesse distract from good thoughts, and gracious affections, when he is plowing, or sowing, or threshing, then when he is diceing, and carding; and less distract from good thoughts, and gracious affections, when he is plowing, or sowing, or threshing, then when he is dicing, and carding; cc av-dc vvi p-acp j n2, cc j n2, c-crq pns31 vbz vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, av c-crq pns31 vbz vvg, cc vvg; (12) treatise (DIV2) 979 Page 85
10901 sports and pastimes beat a man further off from religion, and let a man go to prayer after sports and pastimes, he shall find himselfe more unfit and unaffected a great deal, sports and pastimes beatrice a man further off from Religion, and let a man go to prayer After sports and pastimes, he shall find himself more unfit and unaffected a great deal, n2 cc n2 vvb dt n1 av-jc a-acp p-acp n1, cc vvb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb vvi px31 dc j cc j dt j n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 979 Page 86
10902 then he shall when he comes from the works of his calling. then he shall when he comes from the works of his calling. cs pns31 vmb c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n-vvg. (12) treatise (DIV2) 979 Page 86
10903 Now if those things that do lesse distract from Gods worship and service are forbidden upon the Sabbath day, Now if those things that do less distract from God's worship and service Are forbidden upon the Sabbath day, av cs d n2 cst vdb av-dc vvi p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, (12) treatise (DIV2) 979 Page 86
10904 then surely much more those things that doe more distract, must needs be forbidden upon that day. THE END. then surely much more those things that do more distract, must needs be forbidden upon that day. THE END. av av-j d dc d n2 cst vdb n1 vvi, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp d n1. dt vvb. (12) treatise (DIV2) 979 Page 86

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4 0 1. Point why a child of God may think he is dead, or deader then ever when there is no such matter. Seven cases of false liveliness. 1. Novelty of Religion and grace. 1. Point why a child of God may think he is dead, or deader then ever when there is no such matter. Seven cases of false liveliness. 1. Novelty of Religion and grace. crd n1 q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pns31 vbz j, cc jc cs av c-crq pc-acp vbz dx d n1. crd n2 pp-f j n1. crd n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
56 0 2. Violent Commotions. 2. Violent Commotions. crd j n2.
77 0 3. Indiscretion. 3. Indiscretion. crd n1.
99 0 4. Presumption. 4. Presumption. crd n1.
107 0 5. Activeness of natural disposition. 5. Activeness of natural disposition. crd n1 pp-f j n1.
164 0 6. Extraordinary assistance 6. Extraordinary assistance crd j n1
196 0 7 Freedom from temptations. 7 Freedom from temptations. crd n1 p-acp n2.
218 0 How far forth a child of God may be dead. How Far forth a child of God may be dead. c-crq av-j av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j.
224 0 1. All by nature dead. 1. All by nature dead. crd av-d p-acp n1 j.
245 0 2. Liveliest of Saints have some deadnesse. 2. Liveliest of Saints have Some deadness. crd js pp-f n2 vhb d n1.
262 0 3. Deadest of Saints have some life. 3. Deadest of Saints have Some life. crd js pp-f n2 vhb d n1.
270 0 4. Dangerousness of the point. 4. Dangerousness of the point. crd n1 pp-f dt n1.
313 0 5 Needfulness of the point. 5 Needfulness of the point. crd n1 pp-f dt n1.
331 0 6. How far forth a child of God may be dead. 6. How Far forth a child of God may be dead. crd c-crq av-j av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j.
358 0 2 Chro. 16. 2 Chro 16. crd np1 crd
525 0 1 Tim. 1. 1 Tim. 1. vvd np1 crd
535 0 The deadness of a child of God amplified. The deadness of a child of God amplified. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn.
537 0 A child of God may fall into very foul sins. A child of God may fallen into very foul Sins. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp av j n2.
567 0 2. A child of God may be hardned in sin. 2. A child of God may be hardened in since. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1.
571 0 2 Chro. 19. 2 Chro 19. crd np1 crd
585 0 3. A child of God may be long in sin. 3. A child of God may be long in since. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi j p-acp n1.
592 0 John 3. Reasons of the point. 1. Reas. John 3. Reasons of the point. 1. Reas. np1 crd ng1 pp-f dt n1. crd np1
597 0 Rev. 12. 13. Rev. 12. 13. n1 crd crd
609 0 2. Reas. 2. Reas. crd np1
618 0 3. Reas. 3. Reas. crd np1
649 0 Mat. 26. Mathew 26. np1 crd
655 0 Mat. 26. 74. Mathew 26. 74. np1 crd crd
684 0 Rom. 9. Rom. 9. np1 crd
719 0 James 4. James 4. np1 crd
747 0 Joh. 13. 1. John 13. 1. np1 crd crd
764 0 Rev. 3. 8. Rev. 3. 8. n1 crd crd
811 0 Why Gods people are to stand upon their guard ▪ 1 Reas. Why God's people Are to stand upon their guard ▪ 1 Reas. q-crq n2 n1 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 ▪ vvn np1
823 0 2 Reason. 2 Reason. crd n1.
830 0 2 Sam. •. Jer. 32. 2 Sam. •. Jer. 32. crd np1 •. np1 crd
930 0 Causes of deadness. 1. Gener. Causes of deadness. 1. Gener. n2 pp-f n1. crd np1.
934 0 Prov. 9. 18. Curae 9. 18. np1 crd crd
947 0 Mat. 26. 47. Mathew 26. 47. np1 crd crd
957 0 Eph. 2. Ephesians 2. np1 crd
1057 0 Jonah 1. Jonah 1. np1 crd
1073 0 2 Partic• 2 Partic• crd np1
1094 0 Matth. 22. Matthew 22. np1 crd
1140 0 Jonah. 4. Jonah. 4. np1. crd
1146 0 2 Chron. 17, 2 Chronicles 17, crd np1 crd,
1147 0 Gal. 4. Gal. 4. np1 crd
1149 0 Phil. •. Philip •. np1 •.
1158 0 Pro. 15. Pro 15. np1 crd
1183 0 2 Tim. 4. 2 Tim. 4. crd np1 crd
1242 0 Matth. 25. Matthew 25. np1 crd
1246 0 2 Pet. 1. Phil. 3. 2 Pet. 1. Philip 3. crd np1 crd np1 crd
1260 0 Matth. 26. Matthew 26. np1 crd
1353 0 Means of quickning. 1. Means. Means of quickening. 1. Means. n2 pp-f j-vvg. crd np1.
1385 0 Second means Second means ord vvz
1440 0 The fourth meanes. The fourth means. dt ord n2.
1459 0 5. Meanes. 5. Means. crd n2.
1489 0 6. Means. 6. Means. crd np1.
1508 0 7. Meant. 7. Meant. crd vvd.
1510 0 James 5. James 5. np1 crd
1518 0 Matth. 6. Matthew 6. np1 crd
1519 0 Motives. 5 Motives. 5 n2. crd
1552 0 1. Motive. 1. Motive. crd n1.
1582 0 Matth. 24. Matthew 24. np1 crd
1603 0 2. Motive. 2. Motive. crd n1.
1634 0 3. Motive. 3. Motive. crd n1.
1653 0 4. Motive. 4. Motive. crd n1.
1663 0 5. Motive. 5. Motive. crd n1.
1691 0 6. Motive. 6. Motive. crd n1.
1699 0 Rev. 3. Rev. 3. n1 crd
1726 0 Matth. 19. Matthew 19. np1 crd
1803 0 1 John •. 1 John •. vvn np1 •.
1828 0 Acts 26. Acts 26. n2 crd
1837 0 Five Remedies given the Church. Five Remedies given the Church. crd n2 vvn dt n1.
1847 0 Verse 3. Verse 3. n1 crd
1853 0 1 John 1. 9. 1 John 1. 9. vvn np1 crd crd
1877 0 Observation. Observation. n1.
1880 0 1. Reason. 1. Reason. crd n1.
1904 0 1 Sam. 23. 11: 1 Sam. 23. 11: vvn np1 crd crd:
1918 0 Prov. 13. 3. Curae 13. 3. np1 crd crd
1919 0 2 Reason. 2 Reason. crd n1.
1926 0 Acts 19. 25. Acts 19. 25. n2 crd crd
1932 0 Mark 4. 19. Mark 4. 19. vvi crd crd
1944 0 1 Sam. 23. 22. 1 Sam. 23. 22. vvn np1 crd crd
1969 0 Ephes. 6. Ephesians 6. np1 crd
1975 0 Rev. 12. 12. Rev. 12. 12. n1 crd crd
2026 0 See more of this in the Sermons upon 2 Tim. 4. 5. See more of this in the Sermons upon 2 Tim. 4. 5. vvb dc pp-f d p-acp dt n2 p-acp crd np1 crd crd
2035 0 Matth. 3. 17. Matthew 3. 17. np1 crd crd
2073 0 Psal. 119. 92. Psalm 119. 92. np1 crd crd
2078 0 2. Remedy. 2. Remedy. crd n1.
2093 0 Observation. Observation. n1.
2123 0 Part 1. Part 1. vvb crd
2148 0 1. Reas. 1. Reas. crd np1
2172 0 Gen. 32. 28. Gen. 32. 28. np1 crd crd
2179 0 2. Reas. 2. Reas. crd np1
2184 0 Mar. 12. 30. Mar. 12. 30. np1 crd crd
2198 0 Psa. 25. 1. Psa. 25. 1. np1 crd crd
2202 0 1 John 2. 14. 1 John 2. 14. vvn np1 crd crd
2203 0 3. Reas. 3. Reas. crd np1
2224 0 4. Reas. James 3. 2. 4. Reas. James 3. 2. crd np1 np1 crd crd
2244 0 5. Reas. 5. Reas. crd np1
2255 0 Matth. 11. 30. Matthew 11. 30. np1 crd crd
2263 0 Matth. 7. 18. Matthew 7. 18. np1 crd crd
2306 0 Judg. 2. 16. Judges 2. 16. np1 crd crd
2329 0 Psal. 119. 29. Psalm 119. 29. np1 crd crd
2346 0 Rom. 13. 12. Rom. 13. 12. np1 crd crd
2351 0 2 Cor. 13. 8. 2 Cor. 13. 8. crd np1 crd crd
2353 0 Gen. 39. 9. Gen. 39. 9. np1 crd crd
2460 0 Josh. 7. 21. Josh. 7. 21. np1 crd crd
2466 0 Dan. 1. 8. Dan. 1. 8. np1 crd crd
2501 0 Psal. 103. Psalm 103. np1 crd
2531 0 Direct. Direct. vvb.
2538 0 1 Sam. 17. 1 Sam. 17. crd np1 crd
2541 0 Acts 16. Acts 16. n2 crd
2548 0 Matth 26. Matthew 26. av crd
2553 0 1 Kings 19. 1 Kings 19. crd n2 crd
2558 0 John 6. 55. 1 Sam. 14. John 6. 55. 1 Sam. 14. np1 crd crd crd np1 crd
2570 0 1 John 5. 1 John 5. crd np1 crd
2594 0 1 Sam. 25. 1 Sam. 25. vvd np1 crd
2611 0 Josh. 5. Josh. 5. np1 crd
2698 0 Eph. 6. Ephesians 6. np1 crd
2737 0 Psal. 119. Psalm 119. np1 crd
2761 0 A child of God cannot fall from grace. A child of God cannot fallen from grace. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi p-acp n1.
2775 0 2 Chron. 19. 2. 3. Mat. 25. 2 Chronicles 19. 2. 3. Mathew 25. crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd
2781 0 1. What not the Reason. 1. What not the Reason. crd q-crq xx dt n1.
2794 0 Evid. Evidence. np1.
2851 0 Rom. 11. 21 ▪ Rom. 11. 21 ▪ np1 crd crd ▪
3032 0 A childe of God cannot sin with his whole will. A child of God cannot sin with his Whole will. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1.
3235 0 A particular Church may perish. A particular Church may perish. dt j n1 vmb vvi.
3269 0 4. Notes of a true Church. 4. Notes of a true Church. crd np1 pp-f dt j n1.
3271 0 1. Sincere preaching the Gospel. 1. Sincere preaching the Gospel. crd j vvg dt n1.
3320 0 2. True and sincere use of the Sacraments. 2. True and sincere use of the Sacraments. crd j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2.
3339 0 3. Sincere profession of the word of God, &c. 3. Sincere profession of the word of God, etc. crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av
3360 0 4. True Discipline. 4. True Discipline. crd j n1.
3392 0 Marks of a false Church. Marks of a false Church. vvz pp-f dt j n1.
3394 0 1. Antiquity. 1. Antiquity. crd n1.
3415 0 2. Universality 2. Universality crd n1
3425 0 3. Succession of Pastors. 3. Succession of Pastors. crd n1 pp-f ng1.
3432 0 4. Unity. 4. Unity. crd np1.
3438 0 5. Miracles. 5. Miracles. crd n2.
3448 0 6. Pompe and stateliness. 6. Pomp and stateliness. crd n1 cc n1.
3451 0 7. Outward happiness and prosperity. 7. Outward happiness and Prosperity. crd j n1 cc n1.
3457 0 Reas. 1. Because the Church is Catholique. Reas. 1. Because the Church is Catholic. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 vbz jp.
3466 0 2. God needs no place or persons. 2. God needs no place or Persons. crd np1 vvz dx n1 cc n2.
3474 0 3 No particular Church hath a promise of continuance. 3 No particular Church hath a promise of Continuance. crd uh-dx j n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1.
3482 0 •se 1. •o con•ound the Church of Rome. •se 1. •o con•ound the Church of Room. j crd av av-j dt n1 pp-f vvi.
3492 0 Ʋse 2. To all particular Churches. Ʋse 2. To all particular Churches. j crd p-acp d j n2.
3526 0 Observat. 1. The second Covenant requires works. Observation 1. The second Covenant requires works. np1 crd dt ord n1 vvz n2.
3685 0 Motive 1. Motive 1. n1 crd
3717 0 Motive 2. Motive 2. n1 crd
3732 0 Motive 3. Motive 3. n1 crd
3757 0 Doctrine. The Covenant of grace requires perfect works. Objection. Doctrine. The Covenant of grace requires perfect works. Objection. n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz j n2. n1.
3771 0 The difference between Legal and Evangelical Perfection. The difference between Legal and Evangelical Perfection. dt n1 p-acp j cc np1 n1.
3841 0 Doctrine. Every man ought to labour for perfection. Doctrine. Every man ought to labour for perfection. n1. d n1 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp n1.
3897 0 Ʋse 1. Reproof. Ʋse 1. Reproof. vvd crd n1.
3920 0 Ʋse 2. Humility. Ʋse 2. Humility. n1 crd n1.
4046 0 Signes of uprightness. Signs of uprightness. n2 pp-f n1.
4261 0 Doctrine. We must labour to be perfect before God. Doctrine. We must labour to be perfect before God. n1. pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1.
4391 0 Doctrine. God will search whither we be perfect. Doctrine. God will search whither we be perfect. n1. np1 vmb vvi c-crq pns12 vbb j.
4528 0 2 Sam. 3. 8. 2 Sam. 3. 8. crd np1 crd crd
4750 0 The reasons of Gods mercies to Paul and Timothy. The Reasons of God's Mercies to Paul and Timothy. dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp np1 cc np1.
4757 0 The removing of false causes. The removing of false Causes. dt n-vvg pp-f j n2.
4757 1 The true cause of it. The true cause of it. dt j n1 pp-f pn31.
4759 0 Proved by three arguments. Proved by three Arguments. vvn p-acp crd n2.
4767 0 For the opening of the point For the opening of the point p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1
4774 0 How a reprobate may be called. How a Reprobate may be called. c-crq dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn.
4777 0 How a wicked man may be called. How a wicked man may be called. c-crq dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn.
4783 0 A calling to Gods purposes. A calling to God's Purposes. dt vvg p-acp npg1 n2.
4789 0 How one calling differs from another. How one calling differs from Another. c-crq crd n1 vvz p-acp j-jn.
4799 0 Gods call is an effectual ca•l. God's call is an effectual ca•l. npg1 n1 vbz dt j n1.
4805 0 Then a man may reflect on his life past. Then a man may reflect on his life past. av dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 j.
4811 0 This interest a man in the promises. This Interest a man in the promises. d n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n2.
4821 0 It sweetens the promises to a man. It sweetens the promises to a man. pn31 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n1.
4831 0 It helps him to pray. It helps him to pray. pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi.
4838 0 Knowledge of our effectual calling, a help to good actions. Knowledge of our effectual calling, a help to good actions. n1 pp-f po12 j n-vvg, dt n1 p-acp j n2.
4848 0 A foundation of godlinesse. A Foundation of godliness. dt n1 pp-f n1.
4857 0 A help against falling. A help against falling. dt n1 p-acp vvg.
4867 0 It is an argument of his election. It is an argument of his election. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
4873 0 It's a su•e 〈 ◊ 〉. It's a su•e 〈 ◊ 〉. pn31|vbz dt n1 〈 sy 〉.
4930 0 The spirit make ▪ known the things of God ▪ The Spirit make ▪ known the things of God ▪ dt n1 vvb ▪ vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 ▪
4947 0 How to make our calling and election sure. How to make our calling and election sure. c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 j.
4960 0 Of the knowledge of our effectual calling. Of the knowledge of our effectual calling. pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-vvg.
4980 0 Why the word of God is written to us. Why the word of God is written to us. q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12.
4987 0 The soul hath the power of reflection. The soul hath the power of reflection. dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1.
5022 0 The knowledge of effectual calling experimental. The knowledge of effectual calling experimental. dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg j.
5054 0 The knowledge of effectual calling spiritual. The knowledge of effectual calling spiritual. dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg j.
5089 0 The knowledge of a mans calling hindred for a time. The knowledge of a men calling hindered for a time. dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1.
5123 0 The knowledge of our effectual calling, may be hindered by ignorance. The knowledge of our effectual calling, may be hindered by ignorance. dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-vvg, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1.
5136 0 A young believer is ignorant of the voyce of the Spirit. A young believer is ignorant of the voice of the Spirit. dt j n1 vbz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
5147 0 A child of God is ignorant of the work grace. A child of God is ignorant of the work grace. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j pp-f dt n1 n1.
5155 0 How the knowledge of effectual calling may be hindred How the knowledge of effectual calling may be hindered c-crq dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg vmb vbi vvn
5168 0 A man may be ignorant of the tenderness of Jesus Christ. A man may be ignorant of the tenderness of jesus christ. dt n1 vmb vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1.
5178 0 It may be hindred through melancholy. It may be hindered through melancholy. pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n-jn.
5196 0 Grace may be hindred by the unskilfulness of a Minister. Grace may be hindered by the unskilfulness of a Minister. n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
5203 0 A Minister ought to preach the word of God in a right manner. A Minister ought to preach the word of God in a right manner. dt n1 vmd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1.
5229 0 First, conscience doth accuse. First, conscience does accuse. ord, n1 vdz vvi.
5242 0 N〈 … 〉y in Jesus Christ without knowledge of ou• interest in him, &c. N〈 … 〉y in jesus christ without knowledge of ou• Interest in him, etc. np1 … uh-x p-acp np1 np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 n1 p-acp pno31, av
5253 0 We cannot tell what to make of Gods mercies, without this knowledge. We cannot tell what to make of God's Mercies, without this knowledge. pns12 vmbx vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n2, p-acp d n1.
5266 0 We know not h•w to beare our selves in afflictions without this knowledge. We know not h•w to bear our selves in afflictions without this knowledge. pns12 vvb xx av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1.
5286 0 We cannot pray without this knowledge. We cannot pray without this knowledge. pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1.
5298 0 We cannot go on in the waies of God without this knowledge. We cannot go on in the ways of God without this knowledge. pns12 vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1.
5318 0 We differ not from wretches wit•out this knowledge. We differ not from wretches wit•out this knowledge. pns12 vvb xx p-acp n2 vvb d n1.
5329 0 We are of all me• most mis••a•le without it. We Are of all me• most mis••a•le without it. pns12 vbr pp-f d n1 av-ds j p-acp pn31.
5336 0 We were never effectually called if we totally want it. We were never effectually called if we totally want it. pns12 vbdr av av-j vvn cs pns12 av-j vvb pn31.
5356 0 Answ. How the uncertainty of beleevers differs from others. Answer How the uncertainty of believers differs from Others. np1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz p-acp n2-jn.
5366 0 The 2 difference. The 2 difference. dt crd n1.
5374 0 The 3 difference. The 3 difference. dt crd n1.
5385 0 The 4 difference. The 4 difference. dt crd n1.
5396 0 The uncertain•y o• it breaks the heart. The uncertain•y o• it breaks the heart. dt j n1 pn31 vvz dt n1.
5406 0 Faith supplies this uncertainty Faith supplies this uncertainty n1 vvz d n1
5419 0 Faith contrary to doubting. Faith contrary to doubting. n1 j-jn p-acp vvg.
5427 0 A child of God may doubt of his condition. A child of God may doubt of his condition. p-acp n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1.
5439 0 Effectual calling is the first gathering of men unto Christ. Effectual calling is the First gathering of men unto christ. j n-vvg vbz dt ord vvg pp-f n2 p-acp np1.
5479 0 There must be applying of Christ to a man. There must be applying of christ to a man. pc-acp vmb vbi vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1.
5512 0 Before effectual calling no interest in Christ Before effectual calling no Interest in christ p-acp j n1 dx n1 p-acp np1
5542 0 Effectual calling declared in the heart. Effectual calling declared in the heart. j n-vvg vvd p-acp dt n1.
5568 0 All works follow the work of effectual calling. All works follow the work of effectual calling. d n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg.
5594 0 Several names given to effectual calling. Several names given to effectual calling. j n2 vvn p-acp j n-vvg.
5634 0 Dangerous to erre about our effectual calling Dangerous to err about our effectual calling j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j n1
5643 0 Because this is the foundation. Because this is the Foundation. p-acp d vbz dt n1.
5654 0 Because man most often have recourse to it. Because man most often have recourse to it. p-acp n1 ds av vhi n1 p-acp pn31.
5671 0 Because it is the beginning of Gods works on the soul. Because it is the beginning of God's works on the soul. p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1.
5697 0 See why Scriptu•e u•ge•• us to make out calling sure. See why Scriptu•e u•ge•• us to make out calling sure. vvb c-crq j n1 pno12 pc-acp vvi av vvg av-j.
5723 0 All the promises of God, meet in a mans effectual calling All the promises of God, meet in a men effectual calling d dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp dt ng1 j n-vvg
5742 0 Effectual calling is the first point of obedience Effectual calling is the First point of Obedience j n-vvg vbz dt ord n1 pp-f n1
5758 0 Effectual calling is the only means to go forward. Effectual calling is the only means to go forward. j n-vvg vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi av-j.
5765 0 Effectual calling the very ground to stand fast upon. Effectual calling the very ground to stand fast upon. j vvg dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp.
5789 0 There is a preparatory work to effectual calling. There is a preparatory work to effectual calling. pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvi p-acp j n-vvg.
5807 0 Proofe 1. from texts full of terror. Proof 1. from texts full of terror. n1 crd p-acp n2 j pp-f n1.
5815 0 2 From the Spir•ts office. 2 From the Spir•ts office. crd p-acp dt ng1 n1.
5827 0 3 Because the Gospel follows the law. 3 Because the Gospel follows the law. crd c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1.
5833 0 4 From Christs design in coming. 4 From Christ Design in coming. crd p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg.
5839 0 5 From Gods working with believers after grosse sins. 5 From God's working with believers After gross Sins. crd p-acp n2 vvg p-acp n2 p-acp j n2.
5863 0 6 From Scripture examples. 6 From Scripture Examples. crd p-acp n1 n2.
5902 0 Reas. 1. To declare Gods justice. Reas. 1. To declare God's Justice. np1 crd p-acp vvi npg1 n1.
5941 0 I. To sweeten mercy. I To sweeten mercy. uh pc-acp vvi n1.
5961 0 3. That he may bring men home to Christ. 3. That he may bring men home to christ. crd cst pns31 vmb vvi n2 av-an p-acp np1.
5987 0 4. To wean men from sin. 4. To wean men from since. crd p-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1.
6013 0 5. To knock us off from any thing else. 5. To knock us off from any thing Else. crd p-acp vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp d n1 av.
6023 0 Ʋse. 1. To reprove Dawbers. Ʋse. 1. To reprove Dawbers. n1. crd p-acp vvi np1.
6050 0 Ʋse. 2. Be content to heare the curses of the Law preached. Ʋse. 2. Be content to hear the curses of the Law preached. vvb. crd vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd.
6076 0 Ʋse. 3. To comfort those that have had this work of the Law on them. Ʋse. 3. To Comfort those that have had this work of the Law on them. n1. crd p-acp n1 d cst vhb vhn d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32.
6089 0 Two parts of effectual calling. 1. Offering of Christ. Two parts of effectual calling. 1. Offering of christ. crd n2 pp-f j n-vvg. crd vvg pp-f np1.
6094 0 2. The receiving of Christ. 2. The receiving of christ. crd dt n-vvg pp-f np1.
6101 0 Two parts o• degrees of offering Christ ▪ 1. General. Two parts o• Degrees of offering christ ▪ 1. General. crd n2 n1 n2 pp-f n1 np1 ▪ crd n1.
6107 0 2. Personal. 2. Personal. crd j.
6112 0 2. Both, 1. External. 2. Internal. 2. Both, 1. External. 2. Internal. crd av-d, crd np1. crd j.
6134 0 Doct. The Gospel or general tender of grace, is that by which God calls men home. Doct. The Gospel or general tender of grace, is that by which God calls men home. np1 dt n1 cc n1 j pp-f n1, vbz d p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n2 av-an.
6153 0 What is this general tender of Christ. What is this general tender of christ. q-crq vbz d j j pp-f np1.
6174 0 Reas. 1. This the surest ground of faith Reas. 1. This the Surest ground of faith np1 crd np1 dt js n1 pp-f n1
6187 0 2. This is the best answer to Satan. 2. This is the best answer to Satan. crd d vbz dt js n1 p-acp np1.
6205 0 3. Because this is that which is true before all acts of man. 3. Because this is that which is true before all acts of man. crd p-acp d vbz d r-crq vbz j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1.
6224 0 4. This only th•t which every man is bou•d •o beleeve. 4. This only th•t which every man is bou•d •o believe. crd d j n1 r-crq d n1 vbz vvn av vvi.
6252 0 The tender of •he G•spel must b• without •estr•int to election. 1 O•herwise the •ect would have no ground for their faith. The tender of •he G•spel must b• without •estr•int to election. 1 O•herwise the •ect would have no ground for their faith. dt j pp-f j n1 vmb n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. crd av dt n1 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp po32 n1.
6270 0 2. Because in reference to men, calling is before election. 2. Because in Referente to men, calling is before election. crd p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2, vvg vbz p-acp n1.
6277 0 3. Because there is a difference between men and devils. 3. Because there is a difference between men and Devils. crd p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2.
6353 0 Use 1. For the comfort and encouragement of Beleevers. Use 1. For the Comfort and encouragement of Believers. vvb crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2.
6370 0 Use 2. For confutation. Use 2. For confutation. vvb crd p-acp n1.
6435 0 Ʋse. 3. For encouragement to all that are without. Ʋse. 3. For encouragement to all that Are without. vvb. crd p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp.
6469 0 Use 4. For terrour to the obstinate. Use 4. For terror to the obstinate. vvb crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt j.
6513 0 Doct. The general tender of mercy workes some hope in the soul. Doct. The general tender of mercy works Some hope in the soul. np1 dt j j pp-f n1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1.
6527 0 1. What is this hope? 1. What is this hope? crd q-crq vbz d n1?
6566 0 2. How it agrees with that which followes justifying faith. 1. Both are of God. 2. How it agrees with that which follows justifying faith. 1. Both Are of God. crd c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp d r-crq vvz vvg n1. crd av-d vbr pp-f np1.
6571 0 2. Both are wrought by the Gospel. 2. Both Are wrought by the Gospel. crd av-d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1.
6580 0 3. Both set a man on work. 3. Both Set a man on work. crd av-d vvb dt n1 p-acp n1.
6590 0 4. Both are the anchor of the soul. Heb. 6. 19. 4. Both Are the anchor of the soul. Hebrew 6. 19. crd av-d vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 crd crd
6598 0 5. Neither of them shall make a man ashamed. 5. Neither of them shall make a man ashamed. crd av-d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi dt n1 j.
6602 0 3. How this hope differs from that which followes justification. 1 This ariseth out of the seeds of grace, the other out of grace it self. 3. How this hope differs from that which follows justification. 1 This arises out of the seeds of grace, the other out of grace it self. crd c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp d r-crq vvz n1. crd d vvz av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n-jn av pp-f n1 pn31 n1.
6621 0 2. They come from several apprehensions. 2. They come from several apprehensions. crd pns32 vvb p-acp j n2.
6632 0 Reas. 1. To prevent despaire. Reas. 1. To prevent despair. np1 crd p-acp vvi n1.
6648 0 2. That a man may not be disabled from looking after heaven. 2. That a man may not be disabled from looking After heaven. crd cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp vvg p-acp n1.
6662 0 3. Because God will not do all at once. 3. Because God will not do all At once. crd p-acp np1 vmb xx vdi d p-acp a-acp.
6666 0 4. That he may be sought to for every mercy. 4. That he may be sought to for every mercy. crd cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d n1.
6682 0 Use 1. To shew the graciousnes of God. Use 1. To show the graciousness of God. vvb crd p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
6700 0 Use 2. Comfort for believers. Use 2. Comfort for believers. vvb crd n1 p-acp n2.
6719 0 Use 3. Informe how God wo〈 … 〉 this hope. 1. By rooting out all vain hopes. Use 3. Inform how God wo〈 … 〉 this hope. 1. By rooting out all vain hope's. vvb crd vvb c-crq np1 n1 … 〉 d vvb. crd p-acp j-vvg av d j n2.
6729 0 2. By setting a look upon the Gospel. 2. By setting a look upon the Gospel. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
6741 0 3. By removing all impossibilities. 3. By removing all impossibilities. crd p-acp vvg d n2.
6750 0 Use 4. Labour not to diminish this hope. Use 4. Labour not to diminish this hope. vvb crd n1 xx pc-acp vvi d n1.
6759 0 Quest. How may this hope be cherished. Ans. 1. Look to the power of God. Quest. How may this hope be cherished. Ans. 1. Look to the power of God. n1. q-crq vmb d n1 vbi vvn. np1 crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
6772 0 2. Look to the freeness, indifferency and universality of the promises. 2. Look to the freeness, indifferency and universality of the promises. crd n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2.
6781 0 3. Send often unto God by prayer. 3. Send often unto God by prayer. crd np1 av p-acp np1 p-acp n1.
6821 0 Quest. What is that particular word which God speaks. Ans. It is contained in general. Quest. What is that particular word which God speaks. Ans. It is contained in general. n1. q-crq vbz d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz. np1 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1.
6840 0 Doct. When God calls the soul he makes it hear a particular voice. Doct. When God calls the soul he makes it hear a particular voice. np1 c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 pns31 vvz pn31 vvi dt j n1.
6868 0 Reas. 1. El•e no man could come to Christ. Reas. 1. El•e no man could come to christ. np1 crd n1 dx n1 vmd vvi p-acp np1.
6876 0 •. That we may have a ground for out faith. •. That we may have a ground for out faith. •. cst pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 c-acp av uh-n.
6909 0 Quest. 1. Why is this act attributed to the Father? 1. Not as though Christ did not speak Quest. 1. Why is this act attributed to the Father? 1. Not as though christ did not speak n1. crd q-crq vbz d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1? crd xx c-acp cs np1 vdd xx vvi
6916 0 2. Notes •hough we should set up a conceited distinction of wo•ks in the Trinity. 2. Notes •hough we should Set up a conceited distinction of wo•ks in the Trinity. crd np1 n1 pns12 vmd vvi a-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt np1.
6938 0 2. What is this voice? Not distinct from the word pre•ched. 2. What is this voice? Not distinct from the word pre•ched. crd q-crq vbz d n1? xx j p-acp dt n1 vvd.
6943 0 Consists, 1. In the opening a a mans senses. Consists, 1. In the opening a a men Senses. vvz, crd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ng1 n2.
6970 0 2. In taking away a mans lameness. 2. In taking away a men lameness. crd p-acp vvg av dt ng1 n1.
6976 0 Called a voice, 1. Because it is joyned to the word. Called a voice, 1. Because it is joined to the word. vvd dt n1, crd p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1.
6980 0 2 Because it hath a similitude of a voice. 2 Because it hath a similitude of a voice. crd p-acp pn31 vhz dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
6996 0 Quest. How may we know whether that 〈 ◊ 〉 hath heard this voice. Answ. 1. There is a power goes along with this Word. Quest. How may we know whither that 〈 ◊ 〉 hath herd this voice. Answer 1. There is a power Goes along with this Word. n1. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi cs cst 〈 sy 〉 vhz vvn d n1. np1 crd pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp d n1.
7015 0 2. This voice makes one hear more then any creature can speak. 2. This voice makes one hear more then any creature can speak. crd d n1 vvz pi vvi av-dc cs d n1 vmb vvi.
7038 0 3. It is the irrefragable propounding of the promise. 3. It is the irrefragable propounding of the promise. crd pn31 vbz dt j vvg pp-f dt n1.
7066 0 3. Confidence, in natural man. 1. In the power of God. 3. Confidence, in natural man. 1. In the power of God. crd n1, p-acp j n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
7070 0 2. Unrooted in the will. 2. Unrooted in the will. crd vvn p-acp dt n1.
7081 0 3. Presumptuous. 3. Presumptuous. crd j.
7089 0 2. Confidence in the godly. 1. Special perswasion of Gods love ▪ 2. Confidence in the godly. 1. Special persuasion of God's love ▪ crd n1 p-acp dt j. crd j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 ▪
7109 0 2. A constant expectation. 2. A constant expectation. crd dt j n1.
7113 0 Confidence in Christ for life and salvation is true justifying faith. Arg. 1. From the several expressions of faith in Scripture. •. Trusting Confidence in christ for life and salvation is true justifying faith. Argument 1. From the several expressions of faith in Scripture. •. Trusting n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz j vvg n1. np1 crd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. •. vvg
7139 0 2. Relying on God. 2. Relying on God. crd vvg p-acp np1.
7146 0 3. Staying upon God. 3. Staying upon God. crd vvg p-acp np1.
7156 0 4. Rolling ones •el• on God. 4. Rolling ones •el• on God. crd vvg pig n1 p-acp np1.
7163 0 5. Adhering unto God. 5. Adhering unto God. crd vvg p-acp np1.
7181 0 6. Beleeving on God. 6. Believing on God. crd vvg p-acp np1.
7189 0 Arg. 2. From the offer of Christ. Argument 2. From the offer of christ. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
7193 0 Arg. 2. From the off•r of Christ. Argument 2. From the off•r of christ. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1.
7223 0 Arg. 3. Because faith is a coming to Christ. Argument 3. Because faith is a coming to christ. np1 crd p-acp n1 vbz dt n-vvg p-acp np1.
7241 0 Arg. 4. Because the object of justifying faith is no proposition, but Christ himself. Argument 4. Because the Object of justifying faith is no proposition, but christ himself. np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 vbz dx n1, cc-acp np1 px31.
7283 0 Arg. 5 Because true faith is a faith of union. Argument 5 Because true faith is a faith of Union. np1 crd p-acp j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
7343 0 Use 1. Then ••ab ••dity to say faith is 〈 ◊ 〉 the heart as well as in the minde Use 1. Then ••ab ••dity to say faith is 〈 ◊ 〉 the heart as well as in the mind vvb crd av vvb n1 pc-acp vvi n1 vbz 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1
7403 0 Use. 2. A believer may not be sure in regard of sense. Use. 2. A believer may not be sure in regard of sense. vvi. crd dt n1 vmb xx vbi j p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
7449 0 Arg. 1. The event is not the object of justifying faith. Argument 1. The event is not the Object of justifying faith. np1 crd dt n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f vvg n1.
7471 0 2. The event is conditional till a man believes. 2. The event is conditional till a man believes. crd dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 vvz.
7505 0 Arg. 4. The event is known another way. Argument 4. The event is known Another Way. np1 crd dt n1 vbz vvn j-jn n1.
7540 0 Arg. 5 Not the truth, but strength of saith aprehends the event. Argument 5 Not the truth, but strength of Says aprehends the event. np1 crd xx dt n1, cc-acp n1 pp-f vvz vvz dt n1.
7621 0 Doct. It is saith that makes a man obey the call of God. Doct. It is Says that makes a man obey the call of God. np1 pn31 vbz vvz cst vvz dt n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
7637 0 Reas. 1 Because faith seeth Gods purity and mercy to be in•eparable attributes. Reas. 1 Because faith sees God's purity and mercy to be in•eparable attributes. np1 vvn p-acp n1 vvz npg1 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi j n2.
7664 0 2. Because •aith looks on Christ not only as a Saviour ▪ but as a Lord 2. Because •aith looks on christ not only as a Saviour ▪ but as a Lord crd p-acp n1 vvz p-acp np1 xx av-j c-acp dt n1 ▪ cc-acp c-acp dt n1
7696 0 3. Because faith gleweth the heart to the Commandements as well as to the promi•es. 3. Because faith glueth the heart to the commandments as well as to the promi•es. crd p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n2.
7733 0 4. Because faith looks to a fitnesse for heaven as well as a title to heaven. 4. Because faith looks to a fitness for heaven as well as a title to heaven. crd p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1.
7766 0 5. Because faith is eminently all that a man is to do. 5. Because faith is eminently all that a man is to do. crd p-acp n1 vbz av-j d cst dt n1 vbz pc-acp vdi.
7784 0 John 2. John 2. np1 crd
7816 0 2. By carrying a man to God. 2. By carrying a man to God. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp np1.
7832 0 3. By making a man improve all his abilities. 3. By making a man improve all his abilities. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 vvb d po31 n2.
7848 0 4. By making a man relie on Christ. 4. By making a man rely on christ. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 vvi p-acp np1.
7918 0 Quest. How doth •aith fetch power from Christ. Quest. How does •aith fetch power from christ. n1. q-crq vdz n1 vvi n1 p-acp np1.
7920 0 Answ. 1. As an instrument. Answer 1. As an Instrument. np1 crd p-acp dt n1.
7930 0 2. In a moral way. 2. In a moral Way. crd p-acp dt j n1.
7944 0 Use 2. See what little faith is in the world. Use 2. See what little faith is in the world. vvb crd n1 q-crq j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1.
7981 0 Use 3 For examination. Use 3 For examination. vvb crd p-acp n1.
7983 0 Evidences of true obedience. Evidences of true Obedience. n2 pp-f j n1.
7983 1 1. Willing and hearty. 1. Willing and hearty. crd j cc j.
8014 0 2. Works resignation to God. 2. Works resignation to God. crd vvz n1 p-acp np1.
8024 0 3. It puts forth all a mans strength to God. 3. It puts forth all a men strength to God. crd pn31 vvz av d dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1.
8035 0 The Division of the Text. The Division of the Text. dt n1 pp-f dt np1
8122 0 Obser. Observation np1
8394 0 The latter part of the Text Opened. The latter part of the Text Opened. dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd.
8485 0 Obser. Observation np1
8537 0 Luke 16. Luke 16. np1 crd
9147 0 1 King. 2•. 1 King. 2•. crd n1. n1.
9148 0 Acts 5. Acts 5. n2 crd
9167 0 What it is to watch. What it is to watch. q-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi.
9167 1 Literally. Literally. av-j.
9173 0 Ordinary. Ordinary. j.
9175 0 Extraordinary. Extraordinary. j.
9177 0 For a civil end. For a civil end. p-acp dt j n1.
9179 0 For a Spiritual end. For a Spiritual end. p-acp dt j n1.
9185 0 Spiritually. Spiritually. av-j.
9186 0 It implies proneness to be drowzy. It Implies proneness to be drowsy. pn31 vvz n1 pc-acp vbi j.
9200 0 Endeavour to stir up our selves. Endeavour to stir up our selves. vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2.
9205 0 It is an intentive Consideration in all Cases. It is an intentive Consideration in all Cases. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n2.
9235 0 What we must watch. What we must watch. q-crq pns12 vmb vvi.
9237 0 Our Selves. Our Selves. po12 n2.
9242 0 Our thoughts. Our thoughts. po12 n2.
9248 0 Heart. Heart. n1.
9254 0 Words. Words. n2.
9261 0 Senses, Eyes. Senses, Eyes. n2, n2.
9266 0 Ears. Ears. n2.
9270 0 Whole selves. whole selves. j-jn n2.
9276 0 Duties of Religion. Duties of Religion. n2 pp-f n1.
9291 0 Before Duty. Before Duty. c-acp n1.
9307 0 In Duty In Duty p-acp n1
9338 0 Time. Present time. Time. Present time. n1. j n1.
9343 0 Time of Gods wrath. Time of God's wrath. n1 pp-f npg1 n1.
9353 0 Time of Grace. Time of Grace. n1 pp-f n1.
9363 0 Death. Death. n1.
9370 0 Judgment. Judgement. n1.
9375 0 Reasons. Our proneness to be drowzy. Reasons. Our proneness to be drowsy. n2. po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j.
9398 0 Christians life is a Warfare. Christians life is a Warfare. np1 n1 vbz dt n1.
9401 0 The world an Eenemy. The world an Enemy. dt n1 dt n1.
9408 0 The Divel The devil dt n1
9429 0 The certain advantage of Watchfulness. The certain advantage of Watchfulness. dt j n1 pp-f n1.
9445 0 We cannot else expect help or pardon. We cannot Else expect help or pardon. pns12 vmbx av vvi n1 cc n1.
9465 0 Gods appointment. God's appointment. npg1 n1.
9469 0 None can Watch for us. None can Watch for us. pix vmb vvi p-acp pno12.
9490 0 Ʋse. Condemning the general neglect of Watchfulnesse. Ʋse. Condemning the general neglect of Watchfulness. n1. vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1.
9507 0 Reproving the godly's too great neglect. Reproving the godly's too great neglect. vvg dt ng1 av j n1.
9517 0 Directing how to watch. Directing how to watch. vvg c-crq pc-acp vvi.
9519 0 Account watchfulness our life. Account watchfulness our life. vvb n1 po12 n1.
9527 0 Watching in all things. Watching in all things. vvg p-acp d n2.
9534 0 Proportioning it to what we are about. Proportioning it to what we Are about. vvg pn31 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr a-acp.
9545 0 Avoiding hinderances. Vaincompany. Avoiding hindrances. Vaincompany. vvg n2. vvi.
9550 0 Spiritual drunkennesse. Spiritual Drunkenness. j n1.
9557 0 Setting God before our eyes. Setting God before our eyes. vvg np1 p-acp po12 n2.
9559 0 Ʋse. Exhorting to watchfulnesse. Ʋse. Exhorting to watchfulness. vvi. vvg p-acp n1.
9561 0 Motives. Because otherwise it will be in with us at last. Motives. Because otherwise it will be in with us At last. n2. c-acp av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp ord.
9585 0 Because our souls are sickly. Because our Souls Are sickly. p-acp po12 n2 vbr j.
9590 0 We are already awakened. We Are already awakened. pns12 vbr av vvn.
9594 0 Badness of the times, and carelessness of the most. Badness of the times, and carelessness of the most. n1 pp-f dt n2, cc n1 pp-f dt av-ds.
9622 0 Regeneration attributed to the spirit, Regeneration attributed to the Spirit, n1 vvn p-acp dt n1,
9624 0 Because Christ doth it by the spirit. Because christ does it by the Spirit. c-acp np1 vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1.
9628 0 Spirit is the bond of union between us and Christ. Spirit is the bound of Union between us and christ. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 cc np1.
9634 0 Because the spirit quickens the word whereby we are born again. Because the Spirit quickens the word whereby we Are born again. p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr vvn av.
9642 0 That the spirit of God doth regenerate all the Saints. That the Spirit of God does regenerate all the Saints. cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvn d dt n2.
9656 0 What Regeneration is. What Regeneration is. q-crq n1 vbz.
9658 0 A Renewing. A Renewing. dt vvg.
9686 0 A Renewing of the whole man. A Renewing of the Whole man. dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1.
9717 0 By degrees perfected. By Degrees perfected. p-acp n2 vvn.
9734 0 According to Gods Image. According to God's Image. vvg p-acp npg1 n1.
9744 0 In Jesus Christ In jesus christ p-acp np1 np1
9760 0 Why called Regeneration. Why called Regeneration. c-crq vvn n1.
9762 0 To shew the great Corruption of Nature. To show the great Corruption of Nature. pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1.
9790 0 The work well expressed by the Name The work well expressed by the Name dt n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1
9792 0 Father, both in Natural and Spiritual Generation. Father, both in Natural and Spiritual Generation. n1, av-d p-acp j cc j n1.
9799 0 A Mother in both. A Mother in both. dt n1 p-acp d.
9804 0 First, Conception, and then Birth. First, Conception, and then Birth. ord, n1, cc av n1.
9809 0 Pain accompanies both Births. Pain Accompanies both Births. n1 vvz d n2.
9811 0 Both come to a Being they had not. Both come to a Being they had not. av-d vvn p-acp dt vbg pns32 vhd xx.
9816 0 New Kindred follows both. New Kindred follows both. j n1 vvz d.
9830 0 Wherein Regeneration consisteth. Wherein Regeneration Consisteth. c-crq n1 vvz.
9834 0 Passive receiving Christ. Passive receiving christ. j vvg np1.
9849 0 An active power to become a child of God. an active power to become a child of God. dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1.
9877 0 Reasons why the Spirit worketh Regeneration. Reasons why the Spirit works Regeneration. n2 c-crq dt n1 vvz n1.
9879 0 It is the good pleasure of God It is the good pleasure of God pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1
9893 0 No other agent can do it. No other agent can do it. dx j-jn n1 vmb vdi pn31.
9901 0 Man is totally against it of himself. Man is totally against it of himself. n1 vbz av-j p-acp pn31 pp-f px31.
9922 0 How the Spirit worketh Regeneration. How the Spirit works Regeneration. c-crq dt n1 vvz n1.
9927 0 By the Word of Life. By the Word of Life. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
9941 0 By a secret and supernatural power. By a secret and supernatural power. p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1.
9955 0 Ʋse. 1. Of Confutation of Pelagians, &c. Ʋse. 1. Of Confutation of Pelagians, etc. n1. crd pp-f n1 pp-f np1, av
9966 0 Informaton, Of our continual need of the Spirit. Informaton, Of our continual need of the Spirit. np1, pp-f po12 j n1 pp-f dt n1.
9981 0 Exhortation 1. Not to grieve the Spirit. Exhortation 1. Not to grieve the Spirit. n1 crd xx pc-acp vvi dt n1.
9992 0 2. To do any thing for God. 2. To do any thing for God. crd pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp np1.
9994 0 3. To the Unregenerate to pray for the Spirit. 3. To the Unregenerate to pray for the Spirit. crd p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1.
10024 0 Of Examination, whether regenerated, or •o. First Signe, When doing good is natural. Of Examination, whither regenerated, or •o. First Signen, When doing good is natural. pp-f n1, cs vvn, cc av. np1 n1, c-crq vdg j vbz j.
10046 0 The heart's a good soil for Grace. The heart's a good soil for Grace. dt n1|vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1.
10069 0 He cannot live in Sin. He cannot live in Sin. pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp np1
10076 0 It is pleasant to do the will of God. It is pleasant to do the will of God. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1.
10088 0 Grace gets the upper hand. Grace gets the upper hand. n1 vvz dt jc n1.
10093 0 He loves the people of God. He loves the people of God. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1.
10098 0 He loves Spiritually to profit others. He loves Spiritually to profit Others. pns31 vvz av-j pc-acp vvi n2-jn.
10129 0 VVhat this Body is. What this Body is. q-crq d n1 vbz.
10132 0 The invisible Church of God. The invisible Church of God. dt j n1 pp-f np1.
10141 0 Gathered out of all Nations. Gathered out of all nations. vvd av pp-f d n2.
10153 0 Predestinated unto life. Predestinated unto life. vvn p-acp n1.
10159 0 Begotten again by the VVord. Begotten again by the Word. vvn av p-acp dt n1.
10180 0 VVhat putting into this Body is. What putting into this Body is. q-crq vvg p-acp d n1 vbz.
10184 0 A part of our ingrafting into Christ. A part of our engrafting into christ. dt n1 pp-f po12 n-vvg p-acp np1.
10205 0 VVrought by Faith. Wrought by Faith. vvn p-acp n1.
10220 0 Making us have common life with other Members. Making us have Common life with other Members. vvg pno12 vhi j n1 p-acp j-jn n2.
10235 0 It makes of one consent with all the people of God. It makes of one consent with all the people of God. pn31 vvz pp-f crd n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1.
10252 0 For mutual care and help. For mutual care and help. p-acp j n1 cc vvi.
10271 0 That this is the Spirits work. That this is the Spirits work. cst d vbz dt ng1 n1.
10284 0 Reasons why the Spirit of God doth thus unite to the Body of Christ. None but the Spirit is able. Reasons why the Spirit of God does thus unite to the Body of christ. None but the Spirit is able. n2 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pix p-acp dt n1 vbz j.
10298 0 None but the Spirit is fit to do it. None but the Spirit is fit to do it. pix p-acp dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi pn31.
10300 0 How the Spirit doth Unite to Christ's Body. By being one and the same spirit in all Members. How the Spirit does Unite to Christ's Body. By being one and the same Spirit in all Members. c-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp npg1 n1. p-acp vbg crd cc dt d n1 p-acp d n2.
10307 0 By tying a knot between all the Members. By tying a knot between all the Members. p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp d dt n2.
10325 0 Ʋses. The want of the Spirit is the cause of difference. Ʋses. The want of the Spirit is the cause of difference. n2. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1.
10330 0 Let none put asunder what the Spirit joyns. Let none put asunder what the Spirit joins. vvd pix vvi av q-crq dt n1 vvz.
10335 0 To try our acquaintance hereby. To try our acquaintance hereby. pc-acp vvi po12 n1 av.
10345 0 To stir up a sympathy amongst the Saints. To stir up a Sympathy among the Saints. pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2.
10348 0 How to work, maintain, and express this sympathy. By informing our selves concerning one another. How to work, maintain, and express this Sympathy. By informing our selves Concerning one Another. c-crq pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi d n1. p-acp vvg po12 n2 vvg pi j-jn.
10356 0 By visiting our fellow-Members. By visiting our Fellow members. p-acp vvg po12 n2.
10359 0 By laying to heart their afflictions. By laying to heart their afflictions. p-acp vvg p-acp n1 po32 n2.
10367 0 Proposit. 1. A set time for worship. Proposit 1. A Set time for worship. np1 crd dt vvd n1 p-acp n1.
10376 0 Propos. 2. Some set time for worship every day. Propos. 2. some Set time for worship every day. np1 crd d j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 d n1.
10406 0 Propos. 3. Every day in some sort a Sabbath. Propos. 3. Every day in Some sort a Sabbath. np1 crd np1 n1 p-acp d n1 dt n1.
10411 0 Luk. 1. 74, 75. Luk. 1. 74, 75. np1 crd crd, crd
10433 0 Propos. 4. A particular special day for Gods worship. Propos. 4. A particular special day for God's worship. np1 crd dt j j n1 p-acp npg1 n1.
10540 0 Propos. 5. One day of Seven to be set apart for Gods worship. Propos. 5. One day of Seven to be Set apart for God's worship. np1 crd crd n1 pp-f crd pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp ng1 n1.
10575 0 Propos. 6. That day of the seven to be kept holy, on which God rested. Propos. 6. That day of the seven to be kept holy, on which God rested. np1 crd cst n1 pp-f dt crd pc-acp vbi vvn j, p-acp r-crq np1 vvd.
10578 0 Propos. 7. All that is in the Fourth Commandment, is not essential to it. Propos. 7. All that is in the Fourth Commandment, is not essential to it. np1 crd av-d d vbz p-acp dt ord n1, vbz xx j p-acp pn31.
10621 0 Propos. 8. The 4th Commandment continual, alwayes to abide in the Church. Propos. 8. The 4th Commandment continual, always to abide in the Church. np1 crd dt ord n1 j, av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1.
10678 0 Gal. 5. 2 ▪ Gal. 5. 2 ▪ np1 crd crd ▪
10696 0 Exod. 35. 3 Exod 35. 3 np1 crd crd
10726 0 Propos. 9. The first day of the week was the Lords day, and so to continue to the end of the world. Propos. 9. The First day of the Week was the lords day, and so to continue to the end of the world. np1 crd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds dt ng1 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
10732 0 ver. 22, 23 ver. 22, 23 fw-la. crd, crd