The royal prerogatve [sic]; or, Subjection to kings and the necessity of passive obedience in the subject. Proved and pressed as an excellent duty to be performed by all good Christians; or any that would be accounted so; contrary to the schismatical and rebellious tenets of some in these times. Being also a divine and excellent preservative against famine, sword, and pestilence in a sermon / by Allen Rayner minister of the Gospel.

Rayner, Allen
Publisher: Printed for the author
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1666
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: B43766 ESTC ID: None STC ID: R419B
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms CI, 1; Divine right of kings; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 THE ROYAL PREROGATIVE; OR, Subjection to KINGS. PSAL. 101.1. I will sing of mercy and Judgment: THE ROYAL PREROGATIVE; OR, Subjection to KINGS. PSALM 101.1. I will sing of mercy and Judgement: dt j n1; cc, n1 p-acp n2. np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi pp-f n1 cc n1: (4) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 unto thee, O Lord, will I sing. unto thee, Oh Lord, will I sing. p-acp pno21, uh n1, vmb pns11 vvi. (4) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 HOly David, the sweet singer of Israel, who was a Type of Christ, and his kingdom of Christs kingdom; HOly David, the sweet singer of Israel, who was a Type of christ, and his Kingdom of Christ Kingdom; j np1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 for when he had received the promise of the kingdom, not thinking so much of the great honour that was given him of the Lord, for when he had received the promise of the Kingdom, not thinking so much of the great honour that was given him of the Lord, p-acp c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx vvg av d pp-f dt j n1 cst vbds vvn pno31 pp-f dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 as of the grievous burthen that should be laid upon him, he therefore would bind both himself and his posterity (as it were) with a solemn Vow, as of the grievous burden that should be laid upon him, he Therefore would bind both himself and his posterity (as it were) with a solemn Voelli, c-acp pp-f dt j n1 cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, pns31 av vmd vvi d n1 cc po31 n1 (c-acp pn31 vbdr) p-acp dt j vvb, (4) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 as before God, as representing the person of God, in the which the Office of the Deity, in the Offices of a King, is with marvelous brevity explained. as before God, as representing the person of God, in the which the Office of the Deity, in the Offices of a King, is with marvelous brevity explained. c-acp p-acp np1, c-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp j n1 vvn. (4) text (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 For first of all, Then he bindeth the whole Office of a King into two principal Vertues, For First of all, Then he binds the Whole Office of a King into two principal Virtues, p-acp ord pp-f d, cs pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp crd j-jn n2, (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
7 even to Mercy and Judgment: Whereof the one causeth the King rather to be loved, then feared; even to Mercy and Judgement: Whereof the one Causes the King rather to be loved, then feared; av p-acp n1 cc n1: c-crq dt pi vvz dt n1 av-c pc-acp vbi vvn, av vvd; (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
8 and that other of Judgment, as the holy Scripture declares, is the severity, whereby the obstinate are bridled and kept under the order of Government and obedience to Christ, 2 Cor. 10.5. Who is the King of all Kings, and Lord of all Lords, Rev. 19.16. And sitteth high above all the people, Psal. 99.2. and Psal. 95.3. and that other of Judgement, as the holy Scripture declares, is the severity, whereby the obstinate Are bridled and kept under the order of Government and Obedience to christ, 2 Cor. 10.5. Who is the King of all Kings, and Lord of all lords, Rev. 19.16. And Sitteth high above all the people, Psalm 99.2. and Psalm 95.3. cc d n-jn pp-f n1, c-acp dt j n1 vvz, vbz dt n1, c-crq dt j vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd. r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n1 pp-f d n2, n1 crd. cc vvz j p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd. cc np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
9 Holy David making a vow that he will give great care to understand that which is the right way, he being mindful of the words of the Lord, doubled unto Joshuah, Josh. 1.7, 8. The Lord God said unto Joshuah, Only be thou strong and couragious, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the Law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: Turn not from it to the right hand, Holy David making a Voelli that he will give great care to understand that which is the right Way, he being mindful of the words of the Lord, doubled unto Joshua, Josh. 1.7, 8. The Lord God said unto Joshua, Only be thou strong and courageous, that thou Mayest observe to do according to all the Law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: Turn not from it to the right hand, j np1 vvg dt n1 cst pns31 vmb vvi j n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1, pns31 vbg j pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd dt n1 np1 vvd p-acp np1, av-j vbi pns21 j cc j, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vdb vvg p-acp d dt n1, r-crq np1 po11 n1 vvd pno21: vvb xx p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
10 or to the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest: or to the left, that thou Mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest: cc p-acp dt j, cst pns21 vm2 vvi av pns21 vv2: (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
11 This Book of the Law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: This Book of the Law shall not depart out of thy Mouth, but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou Mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: d n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi av pp-f po21 n1, cc-acp pns21 vm2 vvi av n1 cc n1, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vdb vvg p-acp d cst vbz vvn av: (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
12 For then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. For then thou shalt make thy Way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. c-acp cs pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 j, cc cs pns21 vm2 vhi j n1. (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
13 So that by this right Government of his own Family, he might come to know how to execute the Office of a King, in the great Work of Mercy and Judgment. So that by this right Government of his own Family, he might come to know how to execute the Office of a King, in the great Work of Mercy and Judgement. av cst p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f po31 d n1, pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 3 Page 2
14 Holy David being anointed King over Israel by God, By whom Kings reign, and Princes decree Justice, Prov. 8.15, 16. and after such a manner of bountifulness, Holy David being anointed King over Israel by God, By whom Kings Reign, and Princes Decree justice, Curae 8.15, 16. and After such a manner of bountifulness, j np1 vbg vvn n1 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, p-acp ro-crq ng1 n1, cc ng1 n1 n1, np1 crd, crd cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
15 as never was heard of, did consecrate this Psa•m of Mercy and Judgment; as never was herd of, did consecrate this Psa•m of Mercy and Judgement; c-acp av-x vbds vvn pp-f, vdd vvi d j pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
16 whereunto he doth bind himself before the Lord, to perform them in the Government of his Kingdome. Where, whereunto he does bind himself before the Lord, to perform them in the Government of his Kingdom. Where, c-crq pns31 vdz vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. q-crq, (4) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
17 First, In this Text of holy Scripture, is to be observed these two things, Mercy and Judgment. First, In this Text of holy Scripture, is to be observed these two things, Mercy and Judgement. ord, p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn d crd n2, n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
18 First of all then, As he was set over the Kingdom by the Lord God, for to rule and govern for him, 1 Chron. 28.4. First of all then, As he was Set over the Kingdom by the Lord God, for to Rule and govern for him, 1 Chronicles 28.4. ord pp-f d av, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 6 Page 3
19 so his Office was Mercy and Judgement, as in the context, which is from the first Verse to the end of the Psalm; and his resolution is, so his Office was Mercy and Judgement, as in the context, which is from the First Verse to the end of the Psalm; and his resolution is, av po31 n1 vbds n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp dt ord vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc po31 n1 vbz, (4) text (DIV1) 6 Page 3
20 how he would behave himself, wisely in a perfect way, with a perfect heart, v. 2 how he would behave himself, wisely in a perfect Way, with a perfect heart, v. 2 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi px31, av-j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, n1 crd (4) text (DIV1) 6 Page 3
21 2. He will set no wicked thing before his eyes, in verse 3. 2. He will Set no wicked thing before his eyes, in verse 3. crd pns31 vmb vvi dx j n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 crd (4) text (DIV1) 7 Page 3
22 3. A froward heart shall depart from him, he will not know a wicked person, v. 4. 3. A froward heart shall depart from him, he will not know a wicked person, v. 4. crd dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, pns31 vmb xx vvi dt j n1, n1 crd (4) text (DIV1) 8 Page 3
23 4. Whoso privily stande•eth his neighbour, him he will cut off, and he that hath an high look, 4. Whoso privily stande•eth his neighbour, him he will Cut off, and he that hath an high look, crd r-crq av-j vvz po31 n1, pno31 pns31 vmb vvi a-acp, cc pns31 cst vhz dt j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 9 Page 3
24 and a proud heart, v. 5. and a proud heart, v. 5. cc dt j n1, n1 crd (4) text (DIV1) 9 Page 3
25 5. His eyes should be upon the faithfull of the Land, that they may dwell with him, v. 6. 5. His eyes should be upon the faithful of the Land, that they may dwell with him, v. 6. crd po31 n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, n1 crd (4) text (DIV1) 10 Page 3
26 6. He that worketh deceit, shall not dwell in his house, nor he that telleth lies, v. 7. 7. He would cut off all wicked doers from the City of the Lord, v. 8. for the Lords mercy endureth to all generations, Psal. 100.5. 6. He that works deceit, shall not dwell in his house, nor he that Telleth lies, v. 7. 7. He would Cut off all wicked doers from the city of the Lord, v. 8. for the lords mercy Endureth to all generations, Psalm 100.5. crd pns31 cst vvz n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, ccx pns31 cst vvz n2, n1 crd crd pns31 vmd vvi a-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd p-acp dt n2 n1 vvz p-acp d n2, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 11 Page 3
27 Now in this Text we must observe these five circumstances. First, How God is the Author of mercy, and the executor of Judgement. Now in this Text we must observe these five Circumstances. First, How God is the Author of mercy, and the executor of Judgement. av p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi d crd n2. ord, c-crq np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) text (DIV1) 13 Page 3
28 Secondly, That Kings do hold their Kingdoms immediately from God, and inferiour Magistrates are his Ministers of justice, to divide the same as occasion serveth, For the punishment of evil doers, Secondly, That Kings do hold their Kingdoms immediately from God, and inferior Magistrates Are his Ministers of Justice, to divide the same as occasion serves, For the punishment of evil doers, ord, cst n2 vdb vvi po32 n2 av-j p-acp np1, cc j-jn n2 vbr po31 n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt d p-acp n1 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (4) text (DIV1) 15 Page 4
29 and for the praise of them that do well, 1 Pet. 2.13, 14. and for the praise of them that do well, 1 Pet. 2.13, 14. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb av, vvn np1 crd, crd (4) text (DIV1) 15 Page 4
30 Thirdly, The offender must be punished in the body, That his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus Christ, by judgment, 1 Cor. 5.5. Thirdly, The offender must be punished in the body, That his Spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord jesus christ, by judgement, 1 Cor. 5.5. ord, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 16 Page 4
31 Fourthly, That the godly are exhorted unto patience, to arm themselves with the same mind as Christ was; Fourthly, That the godly Are exhorted unto patience, to arm themselves with the same mind as christ was; ord, cst dt j vbr vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt d n1 c-acp np1 vbds; (4) text (DIV1) 17 Page 4
32 for he hath suffered in the flesh, hath ceased from sin, 1 Pet. 4.1. for he hath suffered in the Flesh, hath ceased from since, 1 Pet. 4.1. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, vhz vvn p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 17 Page 4
33 So, scil. He suffered not as an evil doer, or as a busie-body in other mens matters, 1 Pet. 4.15. So, scil. He suffered not as an evil doer, or as a busybody in other men's matters, 1 Pet. 4.15. np1, n1. pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 17 Page 4
34 Fifthly and Lastly, How God hath punished his dearest and best beloved Saints in this world, upon offence given by occasion of sin. Fifthly and Lastly, How God hath punished his dearest and best Beloved Saints in this world, upon offence given by occasion of since. ord cc ord, c-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 js-jn cc js j-vvn n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (4) text (DIV1) 18 Page 4
35 Of these in order beginning with the first. First, How God is the Author of Mercy, and executor of Judgment. Of these in order beginning with the First. First, How God is the Author of Mercy, and executor of Judgement. pp-f d p-acp n1 vvg p-acp dt ord. ord, c-crq np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (4) text (DIV1) 19 Page 4
36 God is called in the Holy Scripture by the honourable Title Jehovah, God above all. The Supremacy of the Deity, passeth mans utterance. God is called in the Holy Scripture by the honourable Title Jehovah, God above all. The Supremacy of the Deity, passes men utterance. np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 np1, np1 p-acp d. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz ng1 n1. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 4
37 Indeed we can better think then speak of God, yet when we consult with our deepest thoughts, we come far short of apprehending that incomprehensible Majesty. Indeed we can better think then speak of God, yet when we consult with our Deepest thoughts, we come Far short of apprehending that incomprehensible Majesty. np1 pns12 vmb av-jc vvi cs vvi pp-f np1, av c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 js-jn n2, pns12 vvb av-j j pp-f vvg d j n1. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 4
38 Out of doubt, whosoever shall go about to search into the secrets and essences of the Will of God, Fear and shame shall be his covering, Prov. 25.26, 27. To such curious searchers, who to get themselves a name above their Neighbours, will seem to be Gods Counsellors. Out of doubt, whosoever shall go about to search into the secrets and essences of the Will of God, fear and shame shall be his covering, Curae 25.26, 27. To such curious searchers, who to get themselves a name above their Neighbours, will seem to be God's Counsellors. av pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-jn cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb cc n1 vmb vbi po31 n-vvg, np1 crd, crd p-acp d j n2, r-crq pc-acp vvi px32 dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi npg1 n2. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
39 I commend the advice of the Wise man, Seek not out things that are too hard for thee, I commend the Advice of the Wise man, Seek not out things that Are too hard for thee, pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvb xx av n2 cst vbr av j c-acp pno21, (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
40 neither search the things rashly, which are too mighty for thee; neither search the things rashly, which Are too mighty for thee; av-dx vvi dt n2 av-j, r-crq vbr av j p-acp pno21; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
41 but what God hath commanded thee, think upon that with fear and reverence, and be not curious in many of his works; but what God hath commanded thee, think upon that with Fear and Reverence, and be not curious in many of his works; cc-acp q-crq n1 vhz vvn pno21, vvb p-acp d p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vbb xx j p-acp d pp-f po31 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
42 for it is not needful for thee to see with thy eyes the things that are secret, Eccles. 3.22, 23. 2 Pet. 3.16. To such curiosity, may be applyed all that in Job 36.26. Behold God is great, and we know him not, neither can the number of his years be searched out. for it is not needful for thee to see with thy eyes the things that Are secret, Eccles. 3.22, 23. 2 Pet. 3.16. To such curiosity, may be applied all that in Job 36.26. Behold God is great, and we know him not, neither can the number of his Years be searched out. p-acp pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n2 dt n2 cst vbr j-jn, np1 crd, crd crd np1 crd. p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvd d cst p-acp n1 crd. vvb np1 vbz j, cc pns12 vvb pno31 xx, dx vmb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbb vvn av. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
43 For in Counsel he is mighty in works; For in Counsel he is mighty in works; c-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vbz j p-acp n2; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
44 for thine eyes are upon all the wayes of the sons of men, to give every one according to the fruits of his doings, Iob 34.21. for thine eyes Are upon all the ways of the Sons of men, to give every one according to the fruits of his doings, Job 34.21. p-acp po21 n2 vbr p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi d pi vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f png31 n2-vdg, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
45 O the depth of the riches both of the wisdome and knowledge of God? How unsearchable are his judgements, Oh the depth of the riches both of the Wisdom and knowledge of God? How unsearchable Are his Judgments, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n2 d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? q-crq j vbr po31 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
46 and his wayes past finding out, Rom. 11.33. Let us use our best diligence, to know what God hath revealed of himself in his Word; and his ways passed finding out, Rom. 11.33. Let us use our best diligence, to know what God hath revealed of himself in his Word; cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av, np1 crd. vvb pno12 vvi po12 js n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vvn pp-f px31 p-acp po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
47 For howsoever the secret things belong to the Lord our God, but those things which are revealed belong unto us, For howsoever the secret things belong to the Lord our God, but those things which Are revealed belong unto us, p-acp c-acp dt j-jn n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, cc-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn vvi p-acp pno12, (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
48 and to our Children for ever: so witnesseth the Word of Truth, Deut. 29.29. and to our Children for ever: so Witnesseth the Word of Truth, Deuteronomy 29.29. cc p-acp po12 n2 p-acp av: av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
49 It is revealed of God the Father, of God the Son, and of God the Holy Ghost, It is revealed of God the Father, of God the Son, and of God the Holy Ghost, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 dt n1, pp-f np1 dt n1, cc pp-f np1 dt j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
50 as Saint Austine stiles him (unus natura trinus in personis) a Trinity in Unity, and Unity in Trinity; as Saint Augustine stile him (Unus Nature Trinus in Persons) a Trinity in Unity, and Unity in Trinity; c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno31 (fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la) dt np1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp np1; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 5
51 That he is a God of all Gods, and Lord of Lords, a God most wonderful, very great, mighty, and terrible; That he is a God of all God's, and Lord of lords, a God most wondered, very great, mighty, and terrible; cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, dt np1 av-ds j, av j, j, cc j; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 6
52 a God that cannot be expressed by word, nor conceived by thought; whom all the Angels in heaven do adore and fear; a God that cannot be expressed by word, nor conceived by Thought; whom all the Angels in heaven do adore and Fear; dt n1 cst vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n1, ccx vvd p-acp n1; ro-crq d dt n2 p-acp n1 vdb vvi cc vvi; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 6
53 whom all Dominations and Thrones do adore, at whose presence all Powers do shake. whom all Dominations and Thrones do adore, At whose presence all Powers do shake. ro-crq d n2 cc n2 vdb vvi, p-acp rg-crq n1 d n2 vdb vvi. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 6
54 A God in greatness Infinite, in goodness Sovereign, in wisdom Wonderful, in power Almighty, in counsels terrible, in judgements righteous, in cogitations secret, in works holy, in mercies rich, in promise true, always the same, eternal, everlasting, immortal, unchangeable. A God in greatness Infinite, in Goodness Sovereign, in Wisdom Wondered, in power Almighty, in Counsels terrible, in Judgments righteous, in cogitations secret, in works holy, in Mercies rich, in promise true, always the same, Eternal, everlasting, immortal, unchangeable. dt n1 p-acp n1 j, p-acp n1 j-jn, p-acp n1 j, p-acp n1 j-jn, p-acp n2 j, p-acp n2 j, p-acp n2 j-jn, p-acp n2 j, p-acp n2 j, p-acp n1 j, av dt d, j, j, j, j-u. (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 6
55 Thus have ye the Author of Mercy and Judgement. Secondly, Kings do hold their Kingdomes immediately from God, as you shall more hereafter hear: As for example; Thus have you the Author of Mercy and Judgement. Secondly, Kings do hold their Kingdoms immediately from God, as you shall more hereafter hear: As for Exampl; av vhb pn22 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. ord, n2 vdb vvi po32 n2 av-j p-acp np1, c-acp pn22 vmb av-dc av vvi: c-acp p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 20 Page 6
56 For whatsoever were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Rom. 15.4. For whatsoever were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that we through patience and Comfort of the Scriptures might have hope, Rom. 15.4. p-acp r-crq vbdr vvn av, vbdr vvn p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vmd vhi n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 6
57 When God had drawn out that long and real Map of the World, and all Creatures therein, he made his Son Adam Luke 3.28. When God had drawn out that long and real Map of the World, and all Creatures therein, he made his Son Adam Lycia 3.28. c-crq np1 vhd vvn av d j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d n2 av, pns31 vvd po31 n1 np1 av crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 6
58 And God having made so great a Prince, like himself, he gave him power for to govern all living Creatures, Gen. 2.19, 20. And so from Adam successively to Enoch, the seventh from Adam, Gen. 5.22. Jude ver. 14. and from Enoch to Noah, and with Noah did God establish his Covenant, with him and his seed after him, Gen. 9.9. and from Noah to Melchizedek the King of Salem, and Priest of the most High God, Gen. 14.18. Heb. 3.1. and from Melchizedek to Abraham, whom God said Kings of People should he beget, Gen 17.6. Gen. 17.15, 16. and from Abraham to Isaac and Jacob, and he gave the Scepter to Judah; And God having made so great a Prince, like himself, he gave him power for to govern all living Creatures, Gen. 2.19, 20. And so from Adam successively to Enoch, the seventh from Adam, Gen. 5.22. U^de ver. 14. and from Enoch to Noah, and with Noah did God establish his Covenant, with him and his seed After him, Gen. 9.9. and from Noah to Melchizedek the King of Salem, and Priest of the most High God, Gen. 14.18. Hebrew 3.1. and from Melchizedek to Abraham, whom God said Kings of People should he beget, Gen 17.6. Gen. 17.15, 16. and from Abraham to Isaac and Jacob, and he gave the Sceptre to Judah; cc np1 vhg vvn av j dt n1, av-j px31, pns31 vvd pno31 n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi d j-vvg n2, np1 crd, crd cc av p-acp np1 av-j p-acp np1, dt ord p-acp np1, np1 crd. np1 fw-la. crd cc p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1 vdd np1 vvi po31 n1, p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1 p-acp pno31, np1 crd. cc p-acp np1 p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f dt ds j np1, np1 crd. np1 crd. cc p-acp np1 p-acp np1, ro-crq np1 vvd n2 pp-f n1 vmd pns31 vvi, np1 crd. np1 crd, crd cc p-acp np1 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1; (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 6
59 from him it should not depart, nor the Law-giver from between his feet, untill Shilo come; from him it should not depart, nor the Lawgiver from between his feet, until Shilo come; p-acp pno31 pn31 vmd xx vvi, ccx dt n1 p-acp p-acp po31 n2, c-acp np1 vvb; (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
60 unto him shall the gathering of the people be, to be their King, Gen. 49.10, 11. Thus you see that the Lord desires but one King to be supream Head over his People, Prov. 28.2. and 1 Pet. 2.17. unto him shall the gathering of the people be, to be their King, Gen. 49.10, 11. Thus you see that the Lord Desires but one King to be supreme Head over his People, Curae 28.2. and 1 Pet. 2.17. p-acp pno31 vmb dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vbi, pc-acp vbi po32 n1, np1 crd, crd av pn22 vvb cst dt n1 vvz p-acp crd n1 pc-acp vbi j n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. cc crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
61 And so from Judah to Joseph, the which for the disobedience of the Patriarks being moved with envy, sold Joseph into Egypt, but God was with him, Acts 7.9. And so from Judah to Joseph, the which for the disobedience of the Patriarchs being moved with envy, sold Joseph into Egypt, but God was with him, Acts 7.9. cc av p-acp np1 p-acp np1, dt r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbg vvn p-acp n1, vvn np1 p-acp np1, p-acp np1 vbds p-acp pno31, n2 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
62 And God made Joseph a Father unto Pharaoh, and a Ruler over all the Land of Egypt under Pharaoh; but Pharaoh was supream King, Gen. 45.8. And God made Joseph a Father unto Pharaoh, and a Ruler over all the Land of Egypt under Pharaoh; but Pharaoh was supreme King, Gen. 45.8. cc np1 vvd np1 dt n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1; p-acp np1 vbds j n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
63 And although afterwards the people of God were much afflicted under another King, which knew not Joseph, Acts 7.18. And although afterwards the people of God were much afflicted under Another King, which knew not Joseph, Acts 7.18. cc cs av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr av-d vvn p-acp j-jn n1, r-crq vvd xx np1, n2 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
64 yet they did not rebel against him, a though they were 600000 men in number, and able to overcome Pharaoh and all his Kingdome; yet they did not rebel against him, a though they were 600000 men in number, and able to overcome Pharaoh and all his Kingdom; av pns32 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno31, dt cs pns32 vbdr crd n2 p-acp n1, cc j pc-acp vvi np1 cc d po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
65 and had Moses to be their Prince, but fled before them, from one place to another, according to the mind of God, 1 Sam. 24. and Matt. 8.20. but God did fight for them, Exod. 12.37. and had Moses to be their Prince, but fled before them, from one place to Another, according to the mind of God, 1 Sam. 24. and Matt. 8.20. but God did fight for them, Exod 12.37. cc vhd np1 pc-acp vbi po32 n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp pno32, p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd cc np1 crd. cc-acp np1 vdd vvi p-acp pno32, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
66 And thus may you see God sent Moses to acquaint Pharaoh with his Name, I am that I am, Exod. 3.14. Moses having declared in what manner the Lord permitted Pharaoh to oppress the Children of Israel more and more, still hardning his heart; And thus may you see God sent Moses to acquaint Pharaoh with his Name, I am that I am, Exod 3.14. Moses having declared in what manner the Lord permitted Pharaoh to oppress the Children of Israel more and more, still hardening his heart; cc av vmb pn22 vvi np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm cst pns11 vbm, np1 crd. np1 vhg vvn p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 av-dc cc av-dc, av vvg po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 7
67 he shews the reason of it in these words: he shows the reason of it in these words: pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2: (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
68 That I may multiply my miracles and wonders in the Land of Egypt, that I may lay my hand upon Pharaoh, and bring out my people Israel, mine Armies, by great judgment, That I may multiply my Miracles and wonders in the Land of Egypt, that I may lay my hand upon Pharaoh, and bring out my people Israel, mine Armies, by great judgement, cst pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvi av po11 n1 np1, po11 n2, p-acp j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
69 & that my power may be known, and that I may declare my Name throughout all the Earth, Exod. 3.9, 10. Exod. 9.16. and Rom. 9.17. & that my power may be known, and that I may declare my Name throughout all the Earth, Exod 3.9, 10. Exod 9.16. and Rom. 9.17. cc cst po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc cst pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd, crd np1 crd. cc np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
70 And thus you see how God had chosen Moses in his stead, and had given him another spirit, whereby his people might be under one Goveonor, Exod. 4.12. Exod. 7. as appears afterwards, when Moses sat as King in Iesurun, Deut. 33.5. And thus you see how God had chosen Moses in his stead, and had given him Another Spirit, whereby his people might be under one Goveonor, Exod 4.12. Exod 7. as appears afterwards, when Moses sat as King in Jeshurun, Deuteronomy 33.5. cc av pn22 vvb c-crq np1 vhd vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vhd vvn pno31 j-jn n1, c-crq po31 n1 vmd vbi p-acp crd np1, np1 crd. np1 crd p-acp vvz av, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp vvi, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
71 For God called Moses unto him out of the midst of the Bush, that himself was in, which burned with fire, For God called Moses unto him out of the midst of the Bush, that himself was in, which burned with fire, p-acp np1 vvd np1 p-acp pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst n1 vbds p-acp, r-crq vvd p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
72 and was not consumed, and gave him his Charge of Supremacy, Exod. 3.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. and so on. and was not consumed, and gave him his Charge of Supremacy, Exod 3.2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. and so on. cc vbds xx vvn, cc vvd pno31 po31 n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd cc av a-acp. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
73 And after the Lord had governed his people by Judges three hundred years & upwards, And After the Lord had governed his people by Judges three hundred Years & upward, cc p-acp dt n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp n2 crd crd n2 cc av-j, (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
74 when they came unto the Land which the Lord God had gave them, then he commanded them in any wise to set a King over them, Whom the Lord thy God shall chuse from among thy brethren, Deut. 17.15. when they Come unto the Land which the Lord God had gave them, then he commanded them in any wise to Set a King over them, Whom the Lord thy God shall choose from among thy brothers, Deuteronomy 17.15. c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 vhd vvd pno32, cs pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, ro-crq dt n1 po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp po21 n2, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
75 And after the people had chosen Saul for to be their King, the Lord called Samuel to anoint him Captain or Prince over his Inheritance, And After the people had chosen Saul for to be their King, the Lord called Samuel to anoint him Captain or Prince over his Inheritance, cc p-acp dt n1 vhd vvn np1 p-acp pc-acp vbi po32 n1, dt n1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
76 as he calls it in 1 Sam. 10.1. as he calls it in 1 Sam. 10.1. c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
77 And because he rejected the Word of the Lord, the Lord rejected him from being King, 1 Sam. 15.23. And Because he rejected the Word of the Lord, the Lord rejected him from being King, 1 Sam. 15.23. cc c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp vbg n1, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 8
78 and after found out a man after his own heart, to whom the Lord gave great prosperity unto his Anointed, and After found out a man After his own heart, to whom the Lord gave great Prosperity unto his Anointed, cc a-acp vvd av dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvd j n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn, (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
79 and his Seed for evermore, Psal. 18.51. and his Seed for evermore, Psalm 18.51. cc po31 n1 c-acp av, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
80 And after the Lord had governed his people by Kings three or four hundred years, in delivering them from one generation to another, that is the greatest we read of, in Jehoshaphats the King of Judah, when that multitude of Ammonites and Meabites came to war against him and the Children of Israel, intending to cast them out of the Lords Inheritance (as the enemies to Monarchy did to our Gracious King here in England ) and utterly to destroy them, to the dishonour of the Lord God; And After the Lord had governed his people by Kings three or four hundred Years, in delivering them from one generation to Another, that is the greatest we read of, in Jehoshaphats the King of Judah, when that multitude of Ammonites and Moabites Come to war against him and the Children of Israel, intending to cast them out of the lords Inheritance (as the enemies to Monarchy did to our Gracious King Here in England) and utterly to destroy them, to the dishonour of the Lord God; cc p-acp dt n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp n2 crd cc crd crd n2, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cst vbz dt js pns12 vvb pp-f, p-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq d n1 pp-f np2 cc n2 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f dt n2 n1 (c-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 vdd p-acp po12 j n1 av p-acp np1) cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
81 then the Lord by delivering them from that sore affliction, gained to himself such honour and glory, that the fear of the Lord God was upon all the Kingdoms of the Earth. then the Lord by delivering them from that soar affliction, gained to himself such honour and glory, that the Fear of the Lord God was upon all the Kingdoms of the Earth. av dt n1 p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp d j n1, vvn p-acp px31 d n1 cc n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 vbds p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) text (DIV1) 21 Page 9
82 When the Lord had fought against the enemies of the King and his people the Children of Israel, as in 2 Chron. 20.29. When the Lord had fought against the enemies of the King and his people the Children of Israel, as in 2 Chronicles 20.29. c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1 dt n2 pp-f np1, a-acp p-acp crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
83 the judgement was upon some, but the fear came upon all the Kingdoms of the earth (saith the Text.) It was but a few mens losses, the judgement was upon Some, but the Fear Come upon all the Kingdoms of the earth (Says the Text.) It was but a few men's losses, dt n1 vbds p-acp d, cc-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (vvz dt np1) pn31 vbds p-acp dt d ng2 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
84 but it was all mens warning: but it was all men's warning: cc-acp pn31 vbds d ng2 n1: (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
85 and yet they were three days gathering the spoil, as you may see in the following verses, 2 Chron. 20.25, 30. Now all these things hapned unto them for examples to us, and they are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come, 1 Cor. 10.10, 11, 12. And afterwards, and yet they were three days gathering the spoil, as you may see in the following Verses, 2 Chronicles 20.25, 30. Now all these things happened unto them for Examples to us, and they Are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world Are come, 1 Cor. 10.10, 11, 12. And afterwards, cc av pns32 vbdr crd n2 vvg dt n1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg n2, crd np1 crd, crd av d d n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp pno12, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn, vvn np1 crd, crd, crd cc av, (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
86 when the Lord brought back again his people out of Captivity, by the hand of Zerubbabel their Prince; when the Lord brought back again his people out of Captivity, by the hand of Zerubbabel their Prince; c-crq dt n1 vvd av av po31 n1 av pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po32 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 9
87 when the Church had been among the Heathen, the Lord had done great things for them, Psal. 126.12. when the Church had been among the Heathen, the Lord had done great things for them, Psalm 126.12. c-crq dt n1 vhd vbn p-acp dt j-jn, dt n1 vhd vdn j n2 p-acp pno32, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
88 So our gracious King and the Church of England may say, when he came back again from his long affliction, So our gracious King and the Church of England may say, when he Come back again from his long affliction, av po12 j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, c-crq pns31 vvd av av p-acp po31 j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
89 and now setled in his Royal Throne, and the Church in their Ancient Order: We may all say, that the Lord hath done great things for us all; and now settled in his Royal Throne, and the Church in their Ancient Order: We may all say, that the Lord hath done great things for us all; cc av vvn p-acp po31 j n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1: pns12 vmb d vvi, cst dt n1 vhz vdn j n2 p-acp pno12 d; (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
90 for our gracious Kings life from the 10th. year to the 30th. year of his age, hath been a weary Pilgrimage, a Sojourners condition, from one Kingdom to another People, Psal. 105.13. for our gracious Kings life from the 10th. year to the 30th. year of his age, hath been a weary Pilgrimage, a Sojourners condition, from one Kingdom to Another People, Psalm 105.13. p-acp po12 j ng1 n1 p-acp dt ord. n1 p-acp dt ord. n1 pp-f po31 n1, vhz vbn dt j n1, dt n2 n1, p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
91 For the Battel he was in at Worcester, his Adversaries had the day for a time, but not the Victory; For the Battle he was in At Worcester, his Adversaries had the day for a time, but not the Victory; p-acp dt n1 pns31 vbds p-acp p-acp np1, po31 n2 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp xx dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
92 the Place, but not the Person. Gods mercy and our Kings escape, are as Twins of wonder; the Place, but not the Person. God's mercy and our Kings escape, Are as Twins of wonder; dt n1, cc-acp xx dt n1. npg1 n1 cc po12 n2 vvi, vbr p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
93 which makes good the Text, of Mercy and Judgment to be joyned together. which makes good the Text, of Mercy and Judgement to be joined together. r-crq vvz j dt n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av. (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
94 For God hath, as you hear, in all Ages, provided mighty Adversaries against his King and Church, that their humiliation may be the greater in sustaining, For God hath, as you hear, in all Ages, provided mighty Adversaries against his King and Church, that their humiliation may be the greater in sustaining, p-acp np1 vhz, c-acp pn22 vvb, p-acp d n2, vvn j n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp vvg, (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
95 and his glory may be the greater in his deliverance; and his glory may be the greater in his deliverance; cc po31 n1 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
96 yea, though there be legions of Devils, and every one stronger then many legions, and they more millions then strong, yea, though there be legions of Devils, and every one Stronger then many legions, and they more millions then strong, uh, cs pc-acp vbb n2 pp-f n2, cc d pi jc cs d n2, cc pns32 av-dc crd av j, (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
97 yet our gracious King and Church doth prosper, which makes exceedingly for Gods Mercy as well as Judgment. yet our gracious King and Church does prosper, which makes exceedingly for God's Mercy as well as Judgement. av po12 j n1 cc n1 vdz vvi, r-crq vvz av-vvg p-acp n2 n1 c-acp av c-acp n1. (4) text (DIV1) 22 Page 10
98 Now there be many that would fain wring out of the Kings hand the Sword of Justice; Now there be many that would fain wring out of the Kings hand the Sword of justice; av pc-acp vbi d cst vmd av-j vvi av pp-f dt ng1 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
99 and others are of an error, that they are always as the Jews, Obstinate, stiff-necked, always resisting the holy Ghost, Acts 7.51. The one is against Piety, and the other against Policy; and Others Are of an error, that they Are always as the jews, Obstinate, Stiffnecked, always resisting the holy Ghost, Acts 7.51. The one is against Piety, and the other against Policy; cc n2-jn vbr pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vbr av p-acp dt np2, j, j, av vvg dt j n1, n2 crd. dt pi vbz p-acp n1, cc dt n-jn p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 10
100 but their error against Policy is most politickly devised by the enemies to Monarchy, there being but these two that any need to fear, Piety and Policy. but their error against Policy is most politicly devised by the enemies to Monarchy, there being but these two that any need to Fear, Piety and Policy. cc-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 vbz av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, a-acp vbg p-acp d crd d d n1 pc-acp vvi, n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
101 And if they could keep themselves out of the reach of the Civil Sword, then they might every where securely both vent their errors, and practise their schism: And if they could keep themselves out of the reach of the Civil Sword, then they might every where securely both vent their errors, and practise their Schism: cc cs pns32 vmd vvi px32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs pns32 vmd d n1 av-j d vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n1: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
102 For an Heretick doth corrupt the sincerity of faith and doctrine of the holy Apostles, by d•awing men back from faith, Heb. 10.38. For an Heretic does corrupt the sincerity of faith and Doctrine of the holy Apostles, by d•awing men back from faith, Hebrew 10.38. c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2, p-acp vvg n2 av p-acp n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
103 And a Schismatick, although he sin not against the pure Doctrine of the sincere faith, And a Schismatic, although he sin not against the pure Doctrine of the sincere faith, cc dt n-jn, cs pns31 vvb xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
104 yet he rashly separateth himself from the Church, he breaking the bands of unity, as the Angels did, that were cast into hell fire, yet he rashly separateth himself from the Church, he breaking the bans of unity, as the Angels did, that were cast into hell fire, av pns31 av-j vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n2 vdd, cst vbdr vvn p-acp n1 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
105 for not being obedient to the order, 2 Pet. 2.4. for not being obedient to the order, 2 Pet. 2.4. c-acp xx vbg j p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
106 And Korah and his Company, Num. 16. for not being obedient to Moses and Aaron, the ground clave asunder, and devoured them all. And Korah and his Company, Num. 16. for not being obedient to Moses and Aaron, the ground clave asunder, and devoured them all. np1 np1 cc po31 n1, np1 crd p-acp xx vbg j p-acp np1 cc np1, dt n1 vvd av, cc vvd pno32 d. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
107 For Schisme is Rebellion, and Rebellion is as the sin of Witchcraft; And stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry, 1 Sam. 15.23. O stand fast in one spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel: For Schism is Rebellion, and Rebellion is as the since of Witchcraft; And stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry, 1 Sam. 15.23. Oh stand fast in one Spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel: p-acp n1 vbz n1, cc n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc n1 vbz p-acp n1 cc n1, vvn np1 crd. uh vvb av-j p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
108 And in nothing terrified by your adversaries, which is to them an evident token of perdition, And in nothing terrified by your Adversaries, which is to them an evident token of perdition, cc p-acp pix vvn p-acp po22 n2, r-crq vbz p-acp pno32 dt j n1 pp-f n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
109 but to you of salvation, and that of God. but to you of salvation, and that of God. cc-acp p-acp pn22 pp-f n1, cc d pp-f np1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
110 For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, For unto you it is given in the behalf of christ, not only to believe on him, p-acp p-acp pn22 pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
111 but to suffer for his sake, Phil. 1.27, 28, 29. Now the reason why Hereticks and contentious people do so vehemently contend, that Kingly Power can in no ways consist with Christian perfection of Christianity; but to suffer for his sake, Philip 1.27, 28, 29. Now the reason why Heretics and contentious people do so vehemently contend, that Kingly Power can in no ways consist with Christian perfection of Christianity; cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd, crd, crd av dt n1 c-crq n2 cc j n1 vdb av av-j vvi, cst j n1 vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi p-acp njp n1 pp-f np1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 11
112 although that Power is an Ordinance of God, which the Holy Ghost commands not to resist, upon the pain of damnation, Rom. 13.2. although that Power is an Ordinance of God, which the Holy Ghost commands not to resist, upon the pain of damnation, Rom. 13.2. cs d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq dt j n1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
113 And Gods command should be a sufficient argument; but when he adds a reason too, he answers all objections: And God's command should be a sufficient argument; but when he adds a reason too, he answers all objections: np1 npg1 n1 vmd vbi dt j n1; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 av, pns31 vvz d n2: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
114 but when he threatens punishments, no less then damnation, upon the resistance thereof, he used all means to perswade a necessity of obedience; but when he threatens punishments, no less then damnation, upon the resistance thereof, he used all means to persuade a necessity of Obedience; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz n2, av-dx dc cs n1, p-acp dt n1 av, pns31 vvd d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
115 For let every soul be subject to their King, in things lawful actively, in things unlawful passively. For let every soul be Subject to their King, in things lawful actively, in things unlawful passively. c-acp vvb d n1 vbi j-jn p-acp po32 n1, p-acp n2 j av-j, p-acp n2 j av-j. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
116 If a good King, a good Power; if an evil King, an evil Power: If a good King, a good Power; if an evil King, an evil Power: cs dt j n1, dt j n1; cs dt j-jn n1, dt j-jn n1: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
117 Therefore he that resists the Power, whether good or evil (for all Power is of God) he resisteth an Ordinance of God; Therefore he that resists the Power, whither good or evil (for all Power is of God) he Resisteth an Ordinance of God; av pns31 cst vvz dt n1, cs j cc j-jn (c-acp d n1 vbz pp-f np1) pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
118 and Ordinances of men are not resisted without ruine; and whosoever resisteth the Ordinance of God, shall receive damnation to themselves. and Ordinances of men Are not resisted without ruin; and whosoever Resisteth the Ordinance of God, shall receive damnation to themselves. cc n2 pp-f n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1; cc r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi n1 p-acp px32. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
119 Now compare this place with 1 Cor. 11.29. He that shall eat this Bread, and drink this Cup of the Lord unworthily, eateth and drinketh his own damnation. Now compare this place with 1 Cor. 11.29. He that shall eat this Bred, and drink this Cup of the Lord unworthily, Eateth and Drinketh his own damnation. av vvb d n1 p-acp crd np1 crd. pns31 cst vmb vvi d n1, cc vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j, vvz cc vvz po31 d n1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
120 If then there be a proportion betwixt the sin and the punishment, you may hereby gather the hainousness of disobedience, the punishment whereof is the very same; If then there be a proportion betwixt the since and the punishment, you may hereby gather the heinousness of disobedience, the punishment whereof is the very same; cs av pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, pn22 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 c-crq vbz dt av d; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
121 which, in that he is guilty of the body and blood of Jesus Christ; to the one, for not discerning the Lords Body; which, in that he is guilty of the body and blood of jesus christ; to the one, for not discerning the lords Body; r-crq, p-acp cst pns31 vbz j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1; p-acp dt pi, c-acp xx vvg dt n2 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
122 and to the other, for not discerning the Lords Anointed. and to the other, for not discerning the lords Anointed. cc p-acp dt n-jn, c-acp xx vvg dt n2 vvn. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
123 For Kings in all Ages, and in all Generations over Gods people, are and have been Gods Anointed, 1 Sam. 1.10. 1 Sam. 26.9. Isa. 45.4, 5. 2 Kings 10.31, 32. And as God hath Monarchy in Heaven, so will he have Monarchy on Earth; For Kings in all Ages, and in all Generations over God's people, Are and have been God's Anointed, 1 Sam. 1.10. 1 Sam. 26.9. Isaiah 45.4, 5. 2 Kings 10.31, 32. And as God hath Monarchy in Heaven, so will he have Monarchy on Earth; p-acp n2 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2 p-acp npg1 n1, vbr cc vhb vbn n2 vvn, crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd. np1 crd, crd crd n2 crd, crd cc p-acp np1 vhz n1 p-acp n1, av vmb pns31 vhb n1 p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 12
124 and to that end did he anoint Cyrus King of Persia, over all the kingdoms of the earth, 2 Chron. 36.23. and to that end did he anoint Cyrus King of Persiam, over all the kingdoms of the earth, 2 Chronicles 36.23. cc p-acp d n1 vdd pns31 vvi np1 n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
125 For the holy Apostle shews a reason in Rom. 13.4. For the Magistrate beareth not the Sword in vain, for he is the Minister of God, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that doth evil: For the holy Apostle shows a reason in Rom. 13.4. For the Magistrate bears not the Sword in vain, for he is the Minister of God, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that does evil: p-acp dt j n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 vvz xx dt n1 p-acp j, c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz n-jn: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
126 For the Sword is given the Magistrate to root out heresie and vice; For the Sword is given the Magistrate to root out heresy and vice; p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi av n1 cc n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
127 for if Magistracy do not root out heresie and vice, contentions and heresies, vice will root out Magistracy: for if Magistracy do not root out heresy and vice, contentions and heresies, vice will root out Magistracy: c-acp cs n1 vdb xx vvi av n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2, n1 vmb vvi av n1: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
128 But before I cut off this heresie against the material sword, with the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, Ephes. 6.17. But before I Cut off this heresy against the material sword, with the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, Ephesians 6.17. cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvb a-acp d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
129 I shall present unto the enemies of Monarchy a glass, wherein they may see their own faces drawn to the life, I shall present unto the enemies of Monarchy a glass, wherein they may see their own faces drawn to the life, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi po32 d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
130 and that in Saint Peter and Saint Iude, who were both holy Apostles of Christs, and both lived and preached up Kingly Power, and both suffered Martyrdom under Monarchy; and that in Saint Peter and Saint Iude, who were both holy Apostles of Christ, and both lived and preached up Kingly Power, and both suffered Martyrdom under Monarchy; cc cst p-acp n1 np1 cc n1 np1, r-crq vbdr av-d j n2 pp-f npg1, cc av-d vvn cc vvd a-acp j n1, cc d vvd n1 p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
131 and both preached against false Prophets and despisers of Monarchy, that all men may plainly see who were the Grand-fathers of these Hereticks, that trouble both King and Church at this day. and both preached against false prophets and despisers of Monarchy, that all men may plainly see who were the Grandfathers of these Heretics, that trouble both King and Church At this day. cc d vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cst d n2 vmb av-j vvi r-crq vbdr dt n2 pp-f d n2, cst vvb d n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
132 They walkt (saith Saint Peter ) after the flesh, in the lust of •ncleanness, and despise government; and presumptu•us are they, self-willed: They walked (Says Faint Peter) After the Flesh, in the lust of •ncleanness, and despise government; and presumptu•us Are they, self-willed: pns32 vvd (vvz j np1) p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi n1; cc av vbr pns32, j: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
133 yea, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities; yea, they Are not afraid to speak evil of dignities; uh, pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi j-jn pp-f n2; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
134 whereas Angels, which are •reater in power, and might, they dare not bring any •aising accusation against them before the Lord. whereas Angels, which Are •reater in power, and might, they Dare not bring any •aising accusation against them before the Lord. cs n2, r-crq vbr jc p-acp n1, cc n1, pns32 vvb xx vvi d vvg n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
135 But •hese, as natural brute beasts, made to be taken and lestroyed by judgement, for speaking evil of things •hey understand not, But •hese, as natural brutus beasts, made to be taken and lestroyed by judgement, for speaking evil of things •hey understand not, p-acp n1, c-acp j n1 n2, vvd pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, p-acp vvg n-jn pp-f n2 n1 vvb xx, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 13
136 and they shall utterly perish in •heir own corruption, 2 Pet. 2.10, 11, 12. and Jude 8.9. to the 14. Enoch the seventh from Ada• prophesied of these, saying, Behold, the Lord come• with ten thousands of his Saints, to execute judgement upon them all, verse 14.15. and they shall utterly perish in •heir own corruption, 2 Pet. 2.10, 11, 12. and U^de 8.9. to the 14. Enoch the seventh from Ada• prophesied of these, saying, Behold, the Lord come• with ten thousands of his Saints, to execute judgement upon them all, verse 14.15. cc pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1 d n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd cc np1 crd. p-acp dt crd np1 dt ord p-acp np1 vvn pp-f d, vvg, vvb, dt n1 n1 p-acp crd crd pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 d, n1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
137 Now belove• Christians, I beseech you to take special notice• these words of these two great Apostles, whi• fall out so pat upon the Hereticks of our times, • if the Apostles had particularly aimed at the errors that should come in these our days; Now belove• Christians, I beseech you to take special notice• these words of these two great Apostles, whi• fallen out so pat upon the Heretics of our times, • if the Apostles had particularly aimed At the errors that should come in these our days; av n1 np1, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi j n1 d n2 pp-f d crd j n2, n1 vvb av av av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, • cs dt n2 vhd av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vmd vvi p-acp d po12 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
138 as Sai• Paul prophesied of, That in the last days perillo• times shall come; as Sai• Paul prophesied of, That in the last days perillo• times shall come; c-acp np1 np1 vvn pp-f, cst p-acp dt ord n2 n1 n2 vmb vvi; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
139 for men shall be lovers of the own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemous, disobedient to Parents, unthankful, unholy, without natur• affection, truce-breakers in forswearing themselv• and false accusers, incontinent, fierce despisers • those that are good, traitors, heady, high-minde• lovers of pleasare, more then lovers of God, hav• a form of godliness, for men shall be lovers of the own selves, covetous, boaster's, proud, blasphemous, disobedient to Parents, unthankful, unholy, without natur• affection, Truce-breakers in forswearing themselv• and false accusers, incontinent, fierce despisers • those that Are good, Traitors, heady, high-minde• lovers of pleasare, more then lovers of God, hav• a from of godliness, p-acp n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f dt d n2, j, ng1, j, j, j p-acp n2, j, j, p-acp n1 n1, n2 p-acp vvg n1 cc j n2, j, j n2 • d cst vbr j, n2, j, j n2 pp-f vvb, av-dc cs n2 pp-f np1, n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
140 but denying the power thereo• from such turn away. Ever learning, and never a• to come to the knowledge of the truth. but denying the power thereo• from such turn away. Ever learning, and never a• to come to the knowledge of the truth. cc-acp vvg dt n1 n1 p-acp d n1 av. av n1, cc av-x n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
141 As Jann• and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these resist t• truth, 2 Tim. 3.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8. in their resisting King and Church. As Jann• and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these resist t• truth, 2 Tim. 3.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8. in their resisting King and Church. p-acp np1 cc n2 vvn np1, av vdb d vvi n1 n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp po32 j-vvg n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
142 For the Office • a King, or any Magistrate sent by him, is • Office appointed by God for the administrati• of justice, For the Office • a King, or any Magistrate sent by him, is • Office appointed by God for the administrati• of Justice, p-acp dt n1 • dt n1, cc d n1 vvn p-acp pno31, vbz • n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
143 and executing judgment, and preserv•tion of peace both in Church and Kingdom, • these Scriptures testifie, Rom. 13.3, 4.5. 1 Pet. 13.14. Exod. 18.20, 21. Prov. 16.10. and executing judgement, and preserv•tion of peace both in Church and Kingdom, • these Scriptures testify, Rom. 13.3, 4.5. 1 Pet. 13.14. Exod 18.20, 21. Curae 16.10. cc vvg n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, • d n2 vvi, np1 crd, crd. crd np1 crd. np1 crd, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
144 And as t• Lord God spake unto Moses, And thou shalt te• this people Ordinances and Laws, Exod. 18.20. A• shalt shew them the way wherein they must walk, and •e work that they must do. And as t• Lord God spoke unto Moses, And thou shalt te• this people Ordinances and Laws, Exod 18.20. A• shalt show them the Way wherein they must walk, and •e work that they must do. cc c-acp n1 n1 np1 vvd p-acp np1, cc pns21 vm2 n1 d n1 n2 cc n2, np1 crd. n1 vm2 vvi pno32 dt n1 c-crq pns32 vmb vvi, cc j n1 cst pns32 vmb vdi. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 14
145 God commands Moses •r to provide out of all the people able men, •ch as fear God, and hating covetousness; God commands Moses •r to provide out of all the people able men, •ch as Fear God, and hating covetousness; np1 vvz np1 n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f d dt n1 j n2, av-d c-acp n1 np1, cc vvg n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
146 and • place none but such over the Land to be Ru•ers of thousands, and Rulers of hundreds, and • place none but such over the Land to be Ru•ers of thousands, and Rulers of hundreds, cc • n1 pix cc-acp d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f crd, cc n2 pp-f crd, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
147 and •ulers of fifties, and Rulers of tens, and let •em judge the people at all seasons; and •ulers of fifties, and Rulers of tens, and let •em judge the people At all seasons; cc n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f crd, cc vvb n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
148 but every •reater matter they should bring to Moses, be•ause he was supream Judge, and was as King in •esurun, Deut. 35.3. but every •reater matter they should bring to Moses, be•ause he was supreme Judge, and was as King in •esurun, Deuteronomy 35.3. cc-acp d jc n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1, n1 pns31 vbds j n1, cc vbds p-acp n1 p-acp vvi, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
149 And this Counsell of •ethro the Priest of Midian, Moses Father-in-law, •as greatly approved of God, Num. 11.16, 17. •nd the Lord God said unto Moses, gather unto me •venty men of the Elders of Israel, whom thou know•t to be Elders of the people, and Officers over them; And this Counsel of •ethro the Priest of Midian, Moses Father-in-law, •as greatly approved of God, Num. 11.16, 17. •nd the Lord God said unto Moses, gather unto me •venty men of the Elders of Israel, whom thou know•t to be Elders of the people, and Officers over them; cc d n1 pp-f av dt n1 pp-f jp, np1 n1, vbds av-j vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd vvd dt n1 np1 vvd p-acp np1, vvb p-acp pno11 n1 n2 pp-f dt n2-jn pp-f np1, ro-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vbi n2-jn pp-f dt n1, cc n2 p-acp pno32; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
150 •d bring them to the Tabernacle of the Congregati•, that they may stand there with thee; •d bring them to the Tabernacle of the Congregati•, that they may stand there with thee; vmd vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cst pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno21; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
151 and I will •me down and talk with thee there; and I will •me down and talk with thee there; cc pns11 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp pno21 a-acp; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
152 and I will take • the spirit that is upon thee, and will put it upon them, •d they shall bear it, not thy self alone. and I will take • the Spirit that is upon thee, and will put it upon them, •d they shall bear it, not thy self alone. cc pns11 vmb vvi • dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno21, cc vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno32, vhd pns32 vmb vvi pn31, xx po21 n1 av-j. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
153 And the •reatest matters were to be brought to Moses, as •ou heard before in Exod. 18.20, 21. Deut. 33.5. •nd the voice of Wisdom cryes aloud, By me •ings reign and Princes decree justice; And the •reatest matters were to be brought to Moses, as •ou herd before in Exod 18.20, 21. Deuteronomy 33.5. •nd the voice of Wisdom cries aloud, By me •ings Reign and Princes Decree Justice; cc dt js n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, p-acp n1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1 crd, crd np1 crd. n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av, p-acp pno11 vvz n1 cc ng1 n1 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
154 by me Prin•s rule, and Nobles, even all the Judges of the Earth, •rov. 8.15, 16. For to execute justice upon him that •oth evil, Rom. 13.4. And for the praise of them •at do well, 1 Pet. 2.14. by me Prin•s Rule, and Nobles, even all the Judges of the Earth, •rov. 8.15, 16. For to execute Justice upon him that •oth evil, Rom. 13.4. And for the praise of them •at do well, 1 Pet. 2.14. p-acp pno11 vbz n1, cc n2-j, av d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1. crd, crd p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz n-jn, np1 crd. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 av vdb av, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 15
155 So you may see by all •ese Testimonies of holy Scriptures, that the •ssice of a King may be with a good conscience executed by a Christian; So you may see by all •ese Testimonies of holy Scriptures, that the •ssice of a King may be with a good conscience executed by a Christian; av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 n2 pp-f j n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt njp; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
156 for there is as mu• necessity of the Office of a King or Judge u•der the Gospel, as under the Law. for there is as mu• necessity of the Office of a King or Judge u•der the Gospel, as under the Law. c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vvb dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
157 For t• Scriptures out of the New Testament confir• it, that the twelve Apostles called the multitud• of Disciples, For t• Scriptures out of the New Testament confir• it, that the twelve Apostles called the multitud• of Disciples, p-acp n1 n2 av pp-f dt j n1 n1 pn31, cst dt crd n2 vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
158 and sought out men of honest re• port, and full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, • serve and govern the people; and sought out men of honest re• port, and full of the Holy Ghost and Wisdom, • serve and govern the people; cc vvd av n2 pp-f j n1 n1, cc j pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, • vvi cc vvi dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
159 and the greate• matters were to be brought to the twelve Apostles, that stayed still at Ierusalem, Acts 6.1, 2, • and in Acts 8.1. and the greate• matters were to be brought to the twelve Apostles, that stayed still At Ierusalem, Acts 6.1, 2, • and in Acts 8.1. cc dt n1 n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt crd n2, cst vvd av p-acp np1, n2 crd, crd, • cc p-acp n2 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
160 And Saint Iames was Bisho• when Herod the King stretched forth his hand to v• certain of the Church, And Saint James was Bisho• when Herod the King stretched forth his hand to v• certain of the Church, cc n1 np1 vbds np1 c-crq np1 dt n1 vvd av po31 n1 p-acp n1 j pp-f dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
161 and he killed Saint James t• Brother of Saint John with the sword, Acts 12.1, • And he sought for Saint Peter for to slay hi• also, and he killed Saint James t• Brother of Saint John with the sword, Acts 12.1, • And he sought for Saint Peter for to slay hi• also, cc pns31 vvd n1 np1 n1 n1 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp dt n1, n2 crd, • cc pns31 vvd p-acp n1 np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi n1 av, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
162 but Saint Peter got out of his hands; but Saint Peter god out of his hands; cc-acp n1 np1 vvd av pp-f po31 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
163 the the faithful were fain oft-times for to assemb• themselves into the Fields for to pray & prea• unto the people, Acts 16.13. the the faithful were fain ofttimes for to assemb• themselves into the Fields for to pray & prea• unto the people, Acts 16.13. cs dt j vbdr av-j av c-acp p-acp n1 px32 p-acp dt n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi cc n1 p-acp dt n1, n2 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
164 And Tertullian i• his Apology, Chap. 39. affirmeth, That in th• assembling the Christians together in those day• was to pray for their Emperours, And Tertullian i• his Apology, Chap. 39. Affirmeth, That in th• assembling the Christians together in those day• was to pray for their emperors, np1 np1 n1 po31 n1, np1 crd vvz, cst p-acp n1 vvg dt np1 av p-acp d n1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
165 and Kings, an• Magistrates, and their Officers, and Servant• and for all Estates of the world, and Kings, an• Magistrates, and their Officers, and Servant• and for all Estates of the world, cc n2, n1 n2, cc po32 n2, cc np1 cc p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
166 and to pray fo• their peace, and to preach out of the Divin• Scriptures; and to pray fo• their peace, and to preach out of the Divin• Scriptures; cc pc-acp vvi n1 po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt np1 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
167 and they did feed and nourish th• Faith with their voice, and the Holy Word o• God, and they did feed and nourish th• Faith with their voice, and the Holy Word o• God, cc pns32 vdd vvi cc vvi n1 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc dt j n1 n1 np1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
168 and did travel here and there much t• preach the Word, Acts 8.4, 5. and to imprint in• to the hearts of the people the discipline of th• Church, the Creed, and did travel Here and there much t• preach the Word, Acts 8.4, 5. and to imprint in• to the hearts of the people the discipline of th• Church, the Creed, cc vdd vvi av cc a-acp d n1 vvb dt n1, n2 crd, crd cc p-acp n1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 16
169 and Lords Prayer, and Te• Commandments: and lords Prayer, and Te• commandments: cc n2 n1, cc n1 n2: (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 17
170 And Tertullian saith, We •hristians have our eyes elevated unto Heaven, •nd our hands stretched out, because of their •nocence; And Tertullian Says, We •hristians have our eyes elevated unto Heaven, •nd our hands stretched out, Because of their •nocence; cc np1 vvz, pns12 n2 vhb po12 n2 vvn p-acp n1, vvb po12 n2 vvn av, c-acp pp-f po32 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 17
171 and the head uncovered, because we •are not hear the Word, but with fear and reverence, •ccles. 5.1. and the head uncovered, Because we •are not hear the Word, but with Fear and Reverence, •ccles. 5.1. cc dt n1 vvn, c-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, n2. crd. (4) text (DIV1) 23 Page 17
172 And we are not ashamed, and we do pray al•ays with all our hearts for Emperors, Kings and •rinces, that God would give them long life, •nd an assured Empire, And we Are not ashamed, and we do pray al•ays with all our hearts for Emperor's, Kings and •rinces, that God would give them long life, •nd an assured Empire, cc pns12 vbr xx j, cc pns12 vdb vvi n2 p-acp d po12 n2 p-acp n2, n2 cc n2, cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 j n1, vvb dt j-vvn n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
173 and a trusty and sure •ouse, mighty in Battel, a faithful Council, a good •nd loyal people, a quiet World, and a trusty and sure •ouse, mighty in Battle, a faithful Council, a good •nd loyal people, a quiet World, cc dt j cc j n1, j p-acp n1, dt j n1, dt j n1 j n1, dt j-jn n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
174 and all that Man •nd the Emperour can desire: and all that Man •nd the Emperor can desire: cc d cst n1 vvi dt n1 vmb vvi: (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
175 And all this and •uch more did the Christians in the Primitive •me, both fight for them in battel, And all this and •uch more did the Christians in the Primitive •me, both fight for them in battle, cc d d cc av-d av-dc vdd dt njpg2 p-acp dt j n1, d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
176 and pray to the •teat God of Heaven and Earth, for the Empe•ours and the Kings of the Earth, and pray to the •teat God of Heaven and Earth, for the Empe•ours and the Kings of the Earth, cc vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
177 as in Mat. 17. •6. 17. 1 Tim. 2.1, 2, 3. Tit. 3.12. Dan. 9. •om 3. to 22. Ezra 8.10.11. and yet were •ey killed for their doctrine and discipline. as in Mathew 17. •6. 17. 1 Tim. 2.1, 2, 3. Tit. 3.12. Dan. 9. •om 3. to 22. Ezra 8.10.11. and yet were •ey killed for their Doctrine and discipline. c-acp p-acp np1 crd n1. crd. crd np1 crd, crd, crd np1 crd. np1 crd n1 crd p-acp crd np1 crd. cc av vbdr n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
178 And •e Apostle tells them that despise Governours, •hat they are enemies of the Cross of Christ, whose •od is their belly, And •e Apostle tells them that despise Governors, •hat they Are enemies of the Cross of christ, whose •od is their belly, cc j n1 vvz pno32 cst vvb n2, av pns32 vbr n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq j vbz po32 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
179 and whose glory is their shame, •at mind earthly things, and will not have their con•ersation in Heaven, from whence we look for the •ord Iesus Christ, Phil 3.18, 19, 20. Who is the •pream King of Kings, and whose glory is their shame, •at mind earthly things, and will not have their con•ersation in Heaven, from whence we look for the •ord Iesus christ, Philip 3.18, 19, 20. Who is the •pream King of Kings, cc rg-crq n1 vbz po32 n1, j n1 j n2, cc vmb xx vhi po32 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, np1 crd, crd, crd r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
180 and Lord of Lords, and sit•th above all people, Psal. 99.2. Rev. 19.16. and Lord of lords, and sit•th above all people, Psalm 99.2. Rev. 19.16. cc n1 pp-f n2, cc av p-acp d n1, np1 crd. n1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 17
181 And • was the Prayer the Lord Jesus Christ taught •is Disciples, that as it is in Heaven, it should be •n Earth, Luke 11.2, 3. That as he was and is Monarch in Heaven, And • was the Prayer the Lord jesus christ taught •is Disciples, that as it is in Heaven, it should be •n Earth, Lycia 11.2, 3. That as he was and is Monarch in Heaven, cc • vbds dt n1 dt n1 np1 np1 vvn fw-la n2, cst c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vbi vvn n1, av crd, crd cst c-acp pns31 vbds cc vbz n1 p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
182 so would he have a Monar• in Earth; so would he have a Monar• in Earth; av vmd pns31 vhi dt np1 p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
183 or else Christ Jesus would not have se• his greatest Apostle Saint Simon Peter to the S• for to cast an hook, or Else christ jesus would not have se• his greatest Apostle Saint Simon Peter to the S• for to cast an hook, cc av np1 np1 vmd xx vhi n1 po31 js n1 n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
184 and take up the Fish that fi• cometh up, and find money in his mouth to gi• unto Kings, and take up the Fish that fi• comes up, and find money in his Mouth to gi• unto Kings, cc vvb a-acp dt n1 cst n1 vvz a-acp, cc vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
185 because he would not give them a• occasion of offence, Matt. 17.26.27. And th• is to shew that honour, dignity, and power is m• holy and just; Because he would not give them a• occasion of offence, Matt. 17.26.27. And th• is to show that honour, dignity, and power is m• holy and just; c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 n1 n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. cc n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d n1, n1, cc n1 vbz n1 j cc j; (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
186 and holy and religious men ha• in all Ages been invested with honour, dignit• and power of Majesty as well as others: and holy and religious men ha• in all Ages been invested with honour, dignit• and power of Majesty as well as Others: cc j cc j n2 n1 p-acp d n2 vbn vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp n2-jn: (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
187 Nam• ly, Melchisedec was both King of Salem, a• Priest of the most High God, Heb. 7.1.2, 3. lest a• should argue and say, he had his Kingdom fro• men, Nam• lie, Melchizedek was both King of Salem, a• Priest of the most High God, Hebrew 7.1.2, 3. lest a• should argue and say, he had his Kingdom fro• men, np1 vvb, np1 vbds d n1 pp-f np1, n1 n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1, np1 crd, crd j n1 vmd vvi cc vvi, pns31 vhd po31 n1 n1 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
188 and is said to have his Kingdom from • eternity, verse 22. And Joseph was a Father un• Pharaoh, and Ruler over all the Land of Egyp• Gen. 41.43. For to teach his Princes wisdom, a• his Senators understanding, Psal. 105.22. and is said to have his Kingdom from • eternity, verse 22. And Joseph was a Father un• Pharaoh, and Ruler over all the Land of Egyp• Gen. 41.43. For to teach his Princes Wisdom, a• his Senators understanding, Psalm 105.22. cc vbz vvn pc-acp vhi po31 n1 p-acp • np1-n, n1 crd np1 np1 vbds dt n1 n1 np1, cc n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 crd. p-acp pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1, n1 po31 n2 vvg, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
189 And J• was a King in the Land of Uz, Job 1. till th• had stript him of his glory, And J• was a King in the Land of Uz, Job 1. till th• had stripped him of his glory, np1 np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd p-acp n1 vhd vvn pno31 pp-f po31 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
190 and taken his Cro• from his head, Job 19.9. and taken his Cro• from his head, Job 19.9. cc vvn po31 np1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
191 For there was Kings 〈 ◊ 〉 Edom, before any Kings in Judah or Israel ma• years, Gen. 36.31. For there was Kings 〈 ◊ 〉 Edom, before any Kings in Judah or Israel ma• Years, Gen. 36.31. p-acp a-acp vbds n2 〈 sy 〉 np1, p-acp d n2 p-acp np1 cc np1 n1 n2, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
192 And then Moses and Ioshu• and David and Solomon, and Hezekiah, and Iehos• phat and Iosiah, after whom the Holy Ghost se• this testimony, Like unto them were no Kings bef• them, that turned to the Lord with all their heart a• all their soul, according to all the Law of Moses; And then Moses and Ioshu• and David and Solomon, and Hezekiah, and Iehos• phat and Josiah, After whom the Holy Ghost se• this testimony, Like unto them were no Kings bef• them, that turned to the Lord with all their heart a• all their soul, according to all the Law of Moses; cc av np1 cc np1 cc np1 cc np1, cc np1, cc np1 q-crq cc np1, p-acp ro-crq dt j n1 n1 d n1, av-j p-acp pno32 vbdr dx n2 n1 pno32, cst vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d po32 n1 n1 d po32 n1, vvg p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
193 • after them arose any the like unto them, the like f• to do mercy and justice, 2 Kings 23.25. To ha• mercy on the poor, and judgment on the wicked. • After them arose any the like unto them, the like f• to do mercy and Justice, 2 Kings 23.25. To ha• mercy on the poor, and judgement on the wicked. • j-acp pno32 vvd d dt j p-acp pno32, dt j n1 pc-acp vdi n1 cc n1, crd n2 crd. p-acp n1 n1 p-acp dt j, cc n1 p-acp dt j. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 18
194 •nd again, it was foretold and promised for a •gular blessing to the Christian Church in these •ys, •nd again, it was foretold and promised for a •gular blessing to the Christian Church in these •ys, n1 av, pn31 vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp d n2, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
195 and cannot be repugnant to the rules of the •ospel; and cannot be repugnant to the rules of the •ospel; cc vmbx vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
196 For the Government and Protection of •ings, and their supporting and maintaining the •ospel, was foretold and promised as a singular •essing to the Christian Churches in these days, •sal. 68.29. Kings shall bring presents unto thee; For the Government and Protection of •ings, and their supporting and maintaining the •ospel, was foretold and promised as a singular •essing to the Christian Churches in these days, •sal. 68.29. Kings shall bring presents unto thee; c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cc po32 vvg cc vvg dt n1, vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt njp n2 p-acp d n2, j. crd. n2 vmb vvi n2 p-acp pno21; (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
197 •d Psal. 72.9, 10, 11. They that dwell in the Wil•rness shall bow before thee, •d Psalm 72.9, 10, 11. They that dwell in the Wil•rness shall bow before thee, j np1 crd, crd, crd pns32 d vvb p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
198 and his enemies shall lick •e dust, and the Kings of Tarshish, and of the Isles, •all bring presents, Psal. 72.9, 10, 11. And Kings •all be their Nursing Fathers, and his enemies shall lick •e dust, and the Kings of Tarshish, and of the Isles, •all bring presents, Psalm 72.9, 10, 11. And Kings •all be their Nursing Fathers, cc po31 n2 vmb vvi j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n2, vmb vvi n2, np1 crd, crd, crd cc n2 vmb vbi po32 n-vvg np1, (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
199 and their Queens •eir Nursing Mothers, Isa. 49.23. For to have •ercy on the poor, that their Throne may be establish• for ever, Prov. 29.14. with mercy and judgment. •r God hath required of a good Magistrate ten •incipal Vertues: and their Queen's •eir Nursing Mother's, Isaiah 49.23. For to have •ercy on the poor, that their Throne may be establish• for ever, Curae 29.14. with mercy and judgement. •r God hath required of a good Magistrate ten •incipal Virtues: cc po32 n2 n1 n-vvg ng1, np1 crd. p-acp pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt j, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi n1 p-acp av, np1 crd. p-acp n1 cc n1. vvb np1 vhz vvn pp-f dt j n1 crd j-jn n2: (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
200 First, To be a Father of his People, Secondly, Skilful in the Scriptures, Thirdly, A Divider of Offices. First, To be a Father of his People, Secondly, Skilful in the Scriptures, Thirdly, A Divider of Offices. ord, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, ord, j p-acp dt n2, ord, dt n1 pp-f n2. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
201 Fourthly, And Encourager of the Fearful. Fifthly, A Defender of the Oppressed. Sixthly, An Helper of the Needy. Seventhly, A Despiser of the Proud. Fourthly, And Encourager of the Fearful. Fifthly, A Defender of the Oppressed. Sixthly, an Helper of the Needy. Seventhly, A Despiser of the Proud. ord, cc n1 pp-f dt j. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. j, dt n1 pp-f dt j. crd, dt n1 pp-f dt j. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
202 Eighthly, A Governour of his People. Ninthly, An Exalter of the Humble. Eighthly, A Governor of his People. Ninthly, an Exalter of the Humble. j, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt j. (4) text (DIV1) 24 Page 19
203 Tenthly, A Punisher of the Offenders with •gment, that their spirit may be saved in the day 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord Iesus Christ, 1 Cor. 5.5. Tenthly, A Punisher of the Offenders with •gment, that their Spirit may be saved in the day 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lord Iesus christ, 1 Cor. 5.5. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 〈 sy 〉 dt n1 np1 np1, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 19
204 As holy Iob saith, The Magistrate is Eyes to the Blind, Feet to the Lame, Father to the Poor, As holy Job Says, The Magistrate is Eyes to the Blind, Feet to the Lame, Father to the Poor, p-acp j np1 vvz, dt n1 vbz n2 p-acp dt j, n2 p-acp dt j, n1 p-acp dt j, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
205 and Watchman to his whole Commonwealth, Job 29.15. and a blessing to all his people. and Watchman to his Whole Commonwealth, Job 29.15. and a blessing to all his people. cc n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, np1 crd. cc dt n1 p-acp d po31 n1. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
206 For in Judah the hand of God was to give the people one heart, to do the Kings Commandment, For in Judah the hand of God was to give the people one heart, to do the Kings Commandment, c-acp p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 crd n1, pc-acp vdi dt ng1 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
207 and the Commandment of the Princes, by the Word of the Lord, 2 Chron. 30.12. For the which the King prayed for his people when they were afflicted by judgment, and the Commandment of the Princes, by the Word of the Lord, 2 Chronicles 30.12. For the which the King prayed for his people when they were afflicted by judgement, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp dt r-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
208 and said, The Lord pardon every one, 2 Sam. 24.25. and said, The Lord pardon every one, 2 Sam. 24.25. cc vvd, dt n1 vvb d crd, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
209 and the Lords mercy healed the people at the prayer of the King, 2 Chron. 30.18, 19, 20. And Scriptures teacheth, That a Divine Sentence is in the mouth of the King, and the lords mercy healed the people At the prayer of the King, 2 Chronicles 30.18, 19, 20. And Scriptures Teaches, That a Divine Sentence is in the Mouth of the King, cc dt n2 n1 vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd cc n2 vvz, cst dt j-jn n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
210 and his lips shall not transgress in judgment, Prov. •6. 19. and his lips shall not transgress in judgement, Curae •6. 19. cc po31 n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, np1 n1. crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
211 Therefore it is that no godly person dares say to Kings, You are wicked; nor to ungodly Princes, you are ungodly, Job 34.18. Therefore it is that no godly person dares say to Kings, You Are wicked; nor to ungodly Princes, you Are ungodly, Job 34.18. av pn31 vbz d dx j n1 vvz vvb p-acp n2, pn22 vbr j; ccx p-acp j n2, pn22 vbr j, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
212 For although the Lord suffered his Anointed (King Charles of Blessed Memory) to fall by judgment under the hands of his Enemies; For although the Lord suffered his Anointed (King Charles of Blessed Memory) to fallen by judgement under the hands of his Enemies; p-acp cs dt n1 vvd po31 j-vvn (n1 np1 pp-f j-vvn n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
213 yet the Lords mercy hath saved his Son to sit on the Royal Throne of his Royal Father, yet the lords mercy hath saved his Son to fit on the Royal Throne of his Royal Father, av dt n2 n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
214 as he did holy King David, his Anointed, from the hurtful and crue• sword, Psal. 144.10. as he did holy King David, his Anointed, from the hurtful and crue• sword, Psalm 144.10. c-acp pns31 vdd j n1 np1, po31 j-vvn, p-acp dt j cc n1 n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
215 For although God himself be the King of Kings, yet is Nebuchadnezzar by the Spirit of God stiled a King of Kings; For although God himself be the King of Kings, yet is Nebuchadnezzar by the Spirit of God styled a King of Kings; p-acp cs np1 px31 vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, av vbz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
216 so the God of Heaven had given him a Kingdome, power, and strength, and glory, Dan. 2.37. so the God of Heaven had given him a Kingdom, power, and strength, and glory, Dan. 2.37. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vhd vvn pno31 dt n1, n1, cc n1, cc n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 20
217 And the Lord God saith, They that serve not th• King, and they that will not put their Necks under his Yoke, them I will penish with the Sword, Famine, and the Pestilence, till I have consumed them; And the Lord God Says, They that serve not th• King, and they that will not put their Necks under his Yoke, them I will penish with the Sword, Famine, and the Pestilence, till I have consumed them; cc dt n1 np1 vvz, pns32 cst vvb xx n1 n1, cc pns32 cst vmb xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1, pno32 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, n1, cc dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno32; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
218 and therefore hearken not to your Diviners, and Prophets, that say unto you, you shall not serve the King; and Therefore harken not to your Diviners, and prophets, that say unto you, you shall not serve the King; cc av vvb xx p-acp po22 n2, cc n2, cst vvb p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb xx vvi dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
219 for they prophesie a lye unto you: for they prophesy a lie unto you: c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp pn22: (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
220 But that Nation that shall serve the King, and bring their Necks under his Yoke, those will I let remain in their own Land, saith the Lord God, But that nation that shall serve the King, and bring their Necks under his Yoke, those will I let remain in their own Land, Says the Lord God, cc-acp cst n1 cst vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1, d vmb pns11 vvb vvi p-acp po32 d n1, vvz dt n1 np1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
221 and they shall till it, and dwell therein, Jer. 27.6, 7, 8, 9, 10. Can there be a stricter Precept? or could there be a more impious Prince? and yet this Precept, and they shall till it, and dwell therein, Jer. 27.6, 7, 8, 9, 10. Can there be a Stricter Precept? or could there be a more impious Prince? and yet this Precept, cc pns32 vmb p-acp pn31, cc vvi av, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd vmb a-acp vbi dt jc n1? cc vmd pc-acp vbi dt av-dc j n1? cc av d n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
222 and yet this Prince must be obeyed; and yet this Prince must be obeyed; cc av d n1 vmb vbi vvn; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
223 nay, sub poena, too, upon the pain of Gods high wrath, fully exprest in three great judgments, in Famine, Sword, and Pestilence; nay, sub poena, too, upon the pain of God's high wrath, Fully expressed in three great Judgments, in Famine, Sword, and Pestilence; uh-x, fw-la fw-la, av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, av-j vvn p-acp crd j n2, p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
224 not only upon the People, but upon the Priests also, that shall perswade them unto disobedience: not only upon the People, but upon the Priests also, that shall persuade them unto disobedience: xx av-j p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 av, cst vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1: (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
225 For the Lord God hath such a love unto Monarchy, that as he anointed Cyrus over all the Kingdomes of the Earth; For the Lord God hath such a love unto Monarchy, that as he anointed Cyrus over all the Kingdoms of the Earth; c-acp dt n1 np1 vhz d dt n1 p-acp n1, cst c-acp pns31 vvd npg1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
226 yet it pleased his Divine Majesty, yet for to divide the Kingdoms of the Earth since, into several Men and Nations, Deut. 2.5. Deut. 32.8. yet it pleased his Divine Majesty, yet for to divide the Kingdoms of the Earth since, into several Men and nations, Deuteronomy 2.5. Deuteronomy 32.8. av pn31 vvd po31 j-jn n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 a-acp, p-acp j n2 cc n2, np1 crd. np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
227 For the Lord said unto Elijah, Go anoint Hazael to be King over Syria, and Jehu the Son of Nimshi shalt thou anoint to be King over Israel, 1 Kings 19.15, 16. So then, our Gracious King, For the Lord said unto Elijah, Go anoint hazael to be King over Syria, and Jehu the Son of Nimshi shalt thou anoint to be King over Israel, 1 Kings 19.15, 16. So then, our Gracious King, p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, vvb vvi np1 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1, cc np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vm2 pns21 vvi pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1, crd n2 crd, crd av av, po12 j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
228 and Gods Deputy, having more Kingdoms under him then one, two, or three, may substitute under himself Viceroys, Dukes, Nobles, and God's Deputy, having more Kingdoms under him then one, two, or three, may substitute under himself Viceroys, Dukes, Nobles, cc ng1 n1, vhg dc n2 p-acp pno31 av crd, crd, cc crd, vmb vvi p-acp px31 ng1, n2, n2-j, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
229 and Judges, as helpers to bear the burden of Government under him; and Judges, as helpers to bear the burden of Government under him; cc n2, c-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 21
230 and as well Right Reverend Arch Bishops, and Reverend Bishops for Sacred matters, according to the example of Moses, Joshuah, David, Solomon, and Jehosaphat, who set Judges in the I and; and as well Right Reverend Arch Bishops, and Reverend Bishops for Sacred matters, according to the Exampl of Moses, Joshua, David, Solomon, and Jehoshaphat, who Set Judges in the I and; cc c-acp av j-jn n-jn j n2, cc n-jn n2 p-acp j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, cc np1, r-crq vvd n2 p-acp dt zz cc; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
231 throughout all the fenced Cities of Judah, City by City, and said to the Judges, Take heed what ye do; throughout all the fenced Cities of Judah, city by city, and said to the Judges, Take heed what you do; p-acp d dt vvn n2 pp-f np1, n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n2, vvb n1 r-crq pn22 vdb; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
232 for ye judge not for men, but for the Lord, who is with you in the judgment: for you judge not for men, but for the Lord, who is with you in the judgement: c-acp pn22 vvb xx p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1: (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
233 Wherefore now let the fear of the Lord be upon you, take heed, and do it; Wherefore now let the Fear of the Lord be upon you, take heed, and do it; c-crq av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb p-acp pn22, vvb n1, cc vdb pn31; (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
234 for there is no iniquity with the Lord our God, nor respect of persons, nor taking of gifts: for there is no iniquity with the Lord our God, nor respect of Persons, nor taking of Gifts: c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, ccx n1 pp-f n2, ccx vvg pp-f n2: (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
235 Moreover did Jehosaphat set of the Levites, and of the Priests, and of the chief of the Fathers of Israel for judgement of the Lord, Moreover did Jehoshaphat Set of the Levites, and of the Priests, and of the chief of the Father's of Israel for judgement of the Lord, av vdd np1 vvn pp-f dt np2, cc pp-f dt n2, cc pp-f dt n-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
236 and for to end controversies, when they returned to Jerusalem, 2 Chron. 19.5, 6, 7, 8. And hearken unto Jehosaphats encouragement, 2 Chron. 19.9, 10, 11. Deal couragiously, and for to end controversies, when they returned to Jerusalem, 2 Chronicles 19.5, 6, 7, 8. And harken unto Jehosaphats encouragement, 2 Chronicles 19.9, 10, 11. Deal courageously, cc p-acp pc-acp vvi n2, c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp np1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd cc vvb p-acp vvz n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd n1 av-j, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
237 and the Lord God shall be with the good. and the Lord God shall be with the good. cc dt n1 np1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
238 And hearken unto Gods encouragement, Chap. 20. And in Joshua, If thou obey, to do according to the Law which Moses my servant commanded, then thou shalt have good success, Josh. 1.7, 8. And hearken unto Christs commandment, And harken unto God's encouragement, Chap. 20. And in joshua, If thou obey, to do according to the Law which Moses my servant commanded, then thou shalt have good success, Josh. 1.7, 8. And harken unto Christ Commandment, cc vvb p-acp ng1 n1, np1 crd cc p-acp np1, cs pns21 vvb, pc-acp vdb vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 po11 n1 vvd, cs pns21 vm2 vhi j n1, np1 crd, crd cc vvb p-acp npg1 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
239 unto all his Kings, Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you alway, even unto the worlds end, Amen, Matt. 28.20. unto all his Kings, Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even unto the world's end, Amen, Matt. 28.20. p-acp d po31 n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pn22; cc uh, pns11 vbm p-acp pn22 av, av p-acp dt ng1 n1, uh-n, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
240 For it is the Lord God that made Kings and Priests for to reign on the earth, For it is the Lord God that made Kings and Priests for to Reign on the earth, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 np1 cst vvd n2 cc n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
241 for God the Father, and his Son Jesus Christ, To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever, Amen, Rev. 1.5, 7. For the Lord made a Covenant with his chosen, for God the Father, and his Son jesus christ, To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever, Amen, Rev. 1.5, 7. For the Lord made a Covenant with his chosen, c-acp np1 dt n1, cc po31 n1 np1 np1, p-acp pno31 vbb n1 cc n1 c-acp av cc av, uh-n, n1 crd, crd p-acp dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
242 and had sworn unto his seed unto David his Servant, Thy seed will I establish for ever, and had sworn unto his seed unto David his Servant, Thy seed will I establish for ever, cc vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 po31 n1, po21 n1 vmb pns11 vvi p-acp av, (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 22
243 and build up his Throne to all generations, Psal. 89.3, 4. Thus have I shewed you how the Lord is the Author of Mercy and Judgment. and built up his Throne to all generations, Psalm 89.3, 4. Thus have I showed you how the Lord is the Author of Mercy and Judgement. cc vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd, crd av vhb pns11 vvn pn22 c-crq dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 25 Page 23
244 Secondly, Kings are to divide it as occasion serveth, for the punishment of evil doers, and for the praise of them that do well; Secondly, Kings Are to divide it as occasion serves, for the punishment of evil doers, and for the praise of them that do well; ord, n2 vbr pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb av; (4) text (DIV1) 26 Page 23
245 and the necessity of our obedience unto Kingly government to be from the Lord. Thirdly, The godly are to arm themselves to be like minded as Christ was; and the necessity of our Obedience unto Kingly government to be from the Lord. Thirdly, The godly Are to arm themselves to be like minded as christ was; cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1. ord, dt j vbr pc-acp vvi px32 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn p-acp np1 vbds; (4) text (DIV1) 26 Page 23
246 For he that hath suffered in the flesh, hath ceased from sin, 1 Pet. 4.1. For he that hath suffered in the Flesh, hath ceased from since, 1 Pet. 4.1. c-acp pns31 cst vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, vhz vvn p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
247 But many will rather have the mind of Satan, and be an offence unto Christ Jesus, and savour the things of men, But many will rather have the mind of Satan, and be an offence unto christ jesus, and savour the things of men, p-acp d vmb av-c vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbb dt n1 p-acp np1 np1, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f n2, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
248 and not those things that be of God, Matt. 16.23. and will not take the pains to think of Gods judgments; and not those things that be of God, Matt. 16.23. and will not take the pains to think of God's Judgments; cc xx d n2 cst vbb pp-f np1, np1 crd. cc vmb xx vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
249 they have a shorter way for all, a way which seems to them more pleasing, and so lay the whole matter upon the back of Christ himself; they have a shorter Way for all, a Way which seems to them more pleasing, and so lay the Whole matter upon the back of christ himself; pns32 vhb dt jc n1 p-acp d, dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno32 av-dc j-vvg, cc av vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 px31; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
250 as the Jews did concerning Abraham, saying, That they were Abraham 's Children, and had but one Father, even God; as the jews did Concerning Abraham, saying, That they were Abraham is Children, and had but one Father, even God; c-acp dt np2 vdd vvg np1, vvg, cst pns32 vbdr np1 vbz n2, cc vhd p-acp crd n1, av np1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
251 and they never did the works of Abraham, nor do these people obey Jesus Christ; and they never did the works of Abraham, nor doe these people obey jesus christ; cc pns32 av-x vdd dt n2 pp-f np1, ccx n1 d n1 vvi np1 np1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
252 and therefore saith Jesus Christ the Lord, They have no cloak for their sin, John 15.22. and Therefore Says jesus christ the Lord, They have no cloak for their since, John 15.22. cc av vvz np1 np1 dt n1, pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
253 But answer whatsoever you can say against them, they will answer you with this holy sentence, God is merciful. Of these men may Christ complain with the Prophet, saying, Sinners have built upon my back, they have prolonged their iniquity, Psal. 129.3. By which words we may account our selves charged, that prolonging of iniquity, in hope of Gods mercy without judgement, is to build all our sins on his back: But answer whatsoever you can say against them, they will answer you with this holy sentence, God is merciful. Of these men may christ complain with the Prophet, saying, Sinners have built upon my back, they have prolonged their iniquity, Psalm 129.3. By which words we may account our selves charged, that prolonging of iniquity, in hope of God's mercy without judgement, is to built all our Sins on his back: p-acp n1 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d j n1, np1 vbz j. pp-f d n2 vmb np1 vvi p-acp dt n1, vvg, n2 vhb vvn p-acp po11 n1, pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1, np1 crd. p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 vvn, cst vvg pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 23
254 But will God bear it? no verily will he not; for in vers. 4. is justice; But will God bear it? no verily will he not; for in vers. 4. is Justice; cc-acp vmb np1 vvi pn31? uh-dx av-j vmb pns31 xx; c-acp p-acp fw-la. crd vbz n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 24
255 for there it is said God is just, he will cut in sunder the neck of sinners. for there it is said God is just, he will Cut in sunder the neck of Sinners. c-acp a-acp pn31 vbz vvn np1 vbz j, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av dt n1 pp-f n2. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 24
256 Now here are two Cooling Cards for the two warm imaginations before; for why should man prolong his iniquity, because God is merciful: Now Here Are two Cooling Cards for the two warm Imaginations before; for why should man prolong his iniquity, Because God is merciful: av av vbr crd j-vvg n2 p-acp dt crd j n2 a-acp; c-acp q-crq vmd n1 vvi po31 n1, c-acp np1 vbz j: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 24
257 Let them know saith the Prophet, that he is just. Are ye gotten upon the back of God, to make your Nest of sin? then take heed, Let them know Says the Prophet, that he is just. are you got upon the back of God, to make your Nest of since? then take heed, vvb pno32 vvi vvz dt n1, cst pns31 vbz j. vbr pn22 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po22 n1 pp-f n1? av vvb n1, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 24
258 for he will fetch you down again, and break sinners necks downward, Psal. 129.5. except they repent, Luke 13.3. and 5. Shall we continue in sin, that grace may aboand? God forbid, Rom. 6.1. Indeed there is no one thing which may be so injurious to God, so as to make him the foundation of our sinful transgressing this Commandment, in not obeying Christ, who lost his own life for the extinguishing of the Sin of Rebellion, 1 Sam. 15.20, 21, 22. 2 Pet. 4.1. I pray was not Christ the great Reformer, when his weapon is a Trumpet to lift up his voice, Isa. 58.1. and his way to Reformation, were they not his own words, He that taketh up the sword, shall perish by the sword, Matth. 26.52. for he will fetch you down again, and break Sinners necks downward, Psalm 129.5. except they Repent, Lycia 13.3. and 5. Shall we continue in since, that grace may aboand? God forbid, Rom. 6.1. Indeed there is no one thing which may be so injurious to God, so as to make him the Foundation of our sinful transgressing this Commandment, in not obeying christ, who lost his own life for the extinguishing of the since of Rebellion, 1 Sam. 15.20, 21, 22. 2 Pet. 4.1. I pray was not christ the great Reformer, when his weapon is a Trumpet to lift up his voice, Isaiah 58.1. and his Way to Reformation, were they not his own words, He that Takes up the sword, shall perish by the sword, Matthew 26.52. c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22 a-acp av, cc vvi n2 n2 av-j, np1 crd. c-acp pns32 vvb, av crd. cc crd vmb pns12 vvi p-acp n1, cst n1 vmb j? np1 vvb, np1 crd. np1 a-acp vbz dx pi n1 r-crq vmb vbi av j p-acp np1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f po12 j vvg d n1, p-acp xx vvg np1, r-crq vvd po31 d n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd crd np1 crd. pns11 vvb vbds xx np1 dt j n1, c-crq po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. cc po31 n1 p-acp n1, vbdr pns32 xx po31 d n2, pns31 cst vvz a-acp dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 24
259 Nor was it for want of strength; Nor was it for want of strength; ccx vbds pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 24
260 for he could command more then twelve Legions of Angels, in v. 53. or had he pleased to use the arm of flesh, I hope he that raised the dead, John 11.44. if he had pleased, •••ld have raised a considerable Army: for he could command more then twelve Legions of Angels, in v. 53. or had he pleased to use the arm of Flesh, I hope he that raised the dead, John 11.44. if he had pleased, •••ld have raised a considerable Army: c-acp pns31 vmd vvi av-dc cs crd n2 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 crd cc vhd pns31 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb pns31 cst vvd dt j, np1 crd. cs pns31 vhd vvn, vmd vhi vvn dt j n1: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 24
261 When he caused his best Apostle Saint Peter for to catch a Fish to bring money in his mouth, When he caused his best Apostle Saint Peter for to catch a Fish to bring money in his Mouth, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 js n1 n1 np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
262 for to pay to Kings, because he would not offend them, Matt. 17, 26, 27. and Saint John and Saint Peter, who converted three thousand in one day, for to pay to Kings, Because he would not offend them, Matt. 17, 26, 27. and Saint John and Saint Peter, who converted three thousand in one day, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32, np1 crd, crd, crd cc n1 np1 cc n1 np1, r-crq vvn crd crd p-acp crd n1, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
263 and four or five in another day, Acts 2.40. Acts 4.5, 6. he might have raised a mighty Army in a little time: and four or five in Another day, Acts 2.40. Acts 4.5, 6. he might have raised a mighty Army in a little time: cc crd cc crd p-acp n-jn n1, n2 crd. vvz crd, crd pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
264 And Saint Paul, and the twelve Apostles and Disciples, might have proved as stout Collonels and Captains to lead them, And Saint Paul, and the twelve Apostles and Disciples, might have proved as stout Colonels and Captains to led them, cc n1 np1, cc dt crd n2 cc n2, vmd vhi vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
265 as any in England; but they all know that there was such a necessity of passive obedience, as any in England; but they all know that there was such a necessity of passive Obedience, c-acp d p-acp np1; p-acp pns32 d vvb cst a-acp vbds d dt n1 pp-f j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
266 for the godly to arm themselves to be like minded as was Christ, to suffer in the flesh, that they may cease from sin, 1 Pet. 4.1. and Christ left himself to be such a pattern of obedience, that we must follow his steps, 1 Pet. 2.21. for the godly to arm themselves to be like minded as was christ, to suffer in the Flesh, that they may cease from since, 1 Pet. 4.1. and christ left himself to be such a pattern of Obedience, that we must follow his steps, 1 Pet. 2.21. p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi px32 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn a-acp vbds np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. cc np1 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi d dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi po31 n2, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
267 But as our blessed Saviour Christ saith, if he had not spoken unto them for to be obedient unto Magistrates, it might have been born withall; But as our blessed Saviour christ Says, if he had not spoken unto them for to be obedient unto Magistrates, it might have been born withal; p-acp p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 np1 vvz, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn p-acp pno32 c-acp pc-acp vbi j p-acp n2, pn31 vmd vhi vbn vvn av; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
268 But now they have no cloak for their sins, John 15.22. The holy Prophet Daniel faith, The M•st High ruleth in the Kingdoms, and giveth them to whomsoever he will, Dan. 4.25. to 32. And Saint Austine is bold to say, That the same God, who set the Crown upon Constantine (the Christians head Emperour) the same God gave the Empire of the world unto Julian the Apostate; because he would have his Saints to suffer in the flesh, that they might cease from sin: But now they have no cloak for their Sins, John 15.22. The holy Prophet daniel faith, The M•st High Ruleth in the Kingdoms, and gives them to whomsoever he will, Dan. 4.25. to 32. And Saint Augustine is bold to say, That the same God, who Set the Crown upon Constantine (the Christians head Emperor) the same God gave the Empire of the world unto Julian the Apostate; Because he would have his Saints to suffer in the Flesh, that they might cease from since: p-acp av pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd. dt j n1 np1 n1, dt av-ds j vvz p-acp dt n2, cc vvz pno32 pc-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb, np1 crd. p-acp crd cc n1 np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi, cst dt d np1, r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp np1 (dt njpg2 n1 n1) dt d np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1; c-acp pns31 vmd vhi po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 25
269 And Christ himself paid tribute to Caesar, and acknowledged earthly things to be Caesars, Mat. 22.21. And christ himself paid tribute to Caesar, and acknowledged earthly things to be Caesars, Mathew 22.21. cc np1 px31 vvd n1 p-acp np1, cc vvd j n2 pc-acp vbi npg1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
270 And that Caesar he spake of was Tyberius, an enemy to all godliness, and a kind of monster among men; And that Caesar he spoke of was Tiberius, an enemy to all godliness, and a kind of monster among men; cc cst np1 pns31 vvd pp-f vbds np1, dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
271 yea, the Lord God anointed Cyrus to subdue Nations before him, for Jacob his Servants sake, yea, the Lord God anointed Cyrus to subdue nations before him, for Jacob his Servants sake, uh, dt n1 np1 vvn np1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno31, c-acp np1 po31 ng1 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
272 and Israel his Elect, and called him by Name, and yet he hath not known me, Isa. 45.12. because he would have Jacob suffer in the flesh, and Israel to cease from sin; and Israel his Elect, and called him by Name, and yet he hath not known me, Isaiah 45.12. Because he would have Jacob suffer in the Flesh, and Israel to cease from since; cc np1 po31 n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp n1, cc av pns31 vhz xx vvn pno11, np1 crd. c-acp pns31 vmd vhi np1 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
273 and therefore he commanded his Preachers for to cry aloud, and spare not, to lift up their voice like a Trumpet, and shew the people their transgressions, and Therefore he commanded his Preachers for to cry aloud, and spare not, to lift up their voice like a Trumpet, and show the people their transgressions, cc av pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp pc-acp vvi av, cc vvb xx, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 av-j dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 po32 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
274 and the house of Jacob their sins, Isa. 58.1. and the house of Jacob their Sins, Isaiah 58.1. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 po32 n2, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
275 But you will say, And is not God merciful? that we must suffer under cruel Kings; But you will say, And is not God merciful? that we must suffer under cruel Kings; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cc vbz xx np1 j? cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n2; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
276 yea, beloved Christians, he is most merciful, and there is neither end nor measure of his mercy; yea, Beloved Christians, he is most merciful, and there is neither end nor measure of his mercy; uh, j-vvn np1, pns31 vbz av-ds j, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1 pp-f po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
277 he is even mercy it self, it is his Nature and Essense, and he can no more leave to be merciful, he is even mercy it self, it is his Nature and Essence, and he can no more leave to be merciful, pns31 vbz av n1 pn31 n1, pn31 vbz po31 n1 cc n1, cc pns31 vmb av-dx dc n1 pc-acp vbi j, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
278 then he can leave to be God; but as the Prophet here saith in the Text, he is judgement also; then he can leave to be God; but as the Prophet Here Says in the Text, he is judgement also; cs pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi np1; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz n1 av; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
279 we must not so remember his mercy, as to forget his justice: we must not so Remember his mercy, as to forget his Justice: pns12 vmb xx av vvi po31 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
280 For example, Nebuchadnezzar the King of Babylon, set up a golden Image, Shadrech, Meshach, and Abednego, were commanded to fall down and worship it. For Exampl, Nebuchadnezzar the King of Babylon, Set up a golden Image, Shaddrach, Meshach, and Abednego, were commanded to fallen down and worship it. p-acp n1, np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd a-acp dt j n1, vvb, np1, cc np1, vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi pn31. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
281 The King, a known Pagan, commands a gross Idolatry; The King, a known Pagan, commands a gross Idolatry; dt n1, dt j-vvn j-jn, vvz dt j n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
282 did these men conspire? no, by no means, they did not, although they were Rulers of the Provinces, did these men conspire? no, by no means, they did not, although they were Rulers of the Provinces, vdd d n2 vvi? uh-dx, p-acp dx n2, pns32 vdd xx, cs pns32 vbdr n2 pp-f dt n2, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
283 and could have raised above a hundred thousand Souldiers if they had pleased, neither did they invite the Jews into a rebellion; and could have raised above a hundred thousand Soldiers if they had pleased, neither did they invite the jews into a rebellion; cc vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt crd crd n2 cs pns32 vhd vvn, av-dx vdd pns32 vvi dt np2 p-acp dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 26
284 no, being called by their King they came, and being commanded to give actual obedience to his unlawful commands, I beseech you observe the modesty of their first answer, Dan. 3.16. We are not careful to answer thee in this matter; no, being called by their King they Come, and being commanded to give actual Obedience to his unlawful commands, I beseech you observe the modesty of their First answer, Dan. 3.16. We Are not careful to answer thee in this matter; uh-dx, vbg vvn p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvd, cc vbg vvn pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 j n2, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 ord n1, np1 crd. pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
285 and being urged, mark their pious resolution in the 18 verse; and being urged, mark their pious resolution in the 18 verse; cc vbg vvn, vvb po32 j n1 p-acp dt crd n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
286 Be it known, O King, we will not serve thy god, nor worship the golden image thou hast set up: Be it known, Oh King, we will not serve thy god, nor worship the golden image thou hast Set up: vbb pn31 vvn, uh n1, pns12 vmb xx vvi po21 n1, ccx vvb dt j n1 pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
287 The King threatens the Furnace, they yield their bodies up to it, and say, Our God, whom we serve, will in mercy deliver us from out of thy hands of judgment: The King threatens the Furnace, they yield their bodies up to it, and say, Our God, whom we serve, will in mercy deliver us from out of thy hands of judgement: dt n1 vvz dt n1, pns32 vvb po32 n2 a-acp p-acp pn31, cc vvi, po12 np1, ro-crq pns12 vvb, vmb p-acp n1 vvb pno12 p-acp av pp-f po21 n2 pp-f n1: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
288 They expect deliverance rather in the r passive obedience, then in their actual resistance; They expect deliverance rather in the r passive Obedience, then in their actual resistance; pns32 vvb n1 av-c p-acp dt zz j n1, av p-acp po32 j n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
289 For the Lord is upright and sweet, saith holy David, Psal. 25. All the ways of the Lord are mercy and truth, verse 9. which words holy Saint Bernard expounding in a Sermon of his, saith, There be two feet of the Lords, For the Lord is upright and sweet, Says holy David, Psalm 25. All the ways of the Lord Are mercy and truth, verse 9. which words holy Saint Bernard expounding in a Sermon of his, Says, There be two feet of the lords, p-acp dt n1 vbz j cc j, vvz j np1, np1 crd d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n1 cc n1, n1 crd r-crq vvz j n1 np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31, vvz, pc-acp vbi crd n2 pp-f dt n2, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
290 when he walketh in his ways; when he walks in his ways; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
291 that is, Mercy and Justice, and God fasteneth both these feet upon the hearts of them which turn unto him; that is, Mercy and justice, and God fasteneth both these feet upon the hearts of them which turn unto him; cst vbz, n1 cc n1, cc np1 vvz d d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp pno31; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
292 and every sinner which truly is converted to him, must lay hands on both these feet; and every sinner which truly is converted to him, must lay hands on both these feet; cc d n1 r-crq av-j vbz vvn p-acp pno31, vmb vvi n2 p-acp d d n2; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
293 for if he should lay hands on Mercy, and let pass Judgement, he would perish by presumption: for if he should lay hands on Mercy, and let pass Judgement, he would perish by presumption: c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi n2 p-acp n1, cc vvb vvi n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1: (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
294 and on the other side, if he should apprehend Justice only without Mercy, he would perish by desperation. and on the other side, if he should apprehend justice only without Mercy, he would perish by desperation. cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi n1 av-j p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
295 To the end therefore that we may be saved, we must humbly fall down and kiss both these feet, To the end Therefore that we may be saved, we must humbly fallen down and kiss both these feet, p-acp dt n1 av cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn, pns12 vmb av-j vvi a-acp cc vvi d d n2, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
296 as Mary Magdalen did the feet of Jesus, Luke 13.8. so that in respect of Gods Justice we may retain fear, and in respect of his Mercy we may receive hope; as Marry Magdalen did the feet of jesus, Lycia 13.8. so that in respect of God's justice we may retain Fear, and in respect of his Mercy we may receive hope; c-acp uh np1 vdd dt n2 pp-f np1, av crd. av cst p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pns12 vmb vvi n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns12 vmb vvi n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 27
297 and happy is that soul upon whom our Lord Jesus Christ hath placed both these feet. and happy is that soul upon whom our Lord jesus christ hath placed both these feet. cc j vbz d n1 p-acp ro-crq po12 n1 np1 np1 vhz vvn d d n2. (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 28
298 I will not sing unto thee of Judgement alone my God, nor yet of Mercy alone my God; I will not sing unto thee of Judgement alone my God, nor yet of Mercy alone my God; pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno21 pp-f n1 av-j po11 np1, ccx av pp-f n1 av-j po11 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 28
299 but I will with the Prophet in the Text sing of Mercy and Judgement joyned together. Again, but I will with the Prophet in the Text sing of Mercy and Judgement joined together. Again, cc-acp pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn av. av, (4) text (DIV1) 27 Page 28
300 Fourthly, I pray mark another reason of this Mercy and gentleness of our God; Let us mark I say, and fear also his Judgements; Fourthly, I pray mark Another reason of this Mercy and gentleness of our God; Let us mark I say, and Fear also his Judgments; ord, pns11 vvb vvb j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; vvb pno12 vvi pns11 vvb, cc vvb av po31 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 28 Page 28
301 for as the Propher saith, That God is both sweet and just too: Dost thou love that he is sweet? then fear that he is just: for as the Propher Says, That God is both sweet and just too: Dost thou love that he is sweet? then Fear that he is just: c-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz, cst np1 vbz d j cc j av: vd2 pns21 vvi cst pns31 vbz j? av vvb cst pns31 vbz j: (4) text (DIV1) 28 Page 28
302 For I pray mark the words of God, as a sweet Lord he said, I have held my peace at your sins of disobedience, Psal. 10.11, 12, 13. but as a just Lord he added in the 15. verse of that Psalm, And thinkest thou that I will hold my peace still? No, he will break the arm of the wicked and evil man. For I pray mark the words of God, as a sweet Lord he said, I have held my peace At your Sins of disobedience, Psalm 10.11, 12, 13. but as a just Lord he added in the 15. verse of that Psalm, And Thinkest thou that I will hold my peace still? No, he will break the arm of the wicked and evil man. c-acp pns11 vvb vvb dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp po22 n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd, crd, crd p-acp c-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f d n1, cc vv2 pns21 cst pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 av? uh-dx, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-jn n1. (4) text (DIV1) 28 Page 28
303 God is merciful, and full of mercies say you: It is most certain; God is merciful, and full of Mercies say you: It is most certain; np1 vbz j, cc j pp-f n2 vvb pn22: pn31 vbz av-ds j; (4) text (DIV1) 28 Page 28
304 yea, adde unto it that he beareth long, but fear that which cometh at the end of the Psalm, Et verax, he is just and true. yea, add unto it that he bears long, but Fear that which comes At the end of the Psalm, Et Verax, he is just and true. uh, vvb p-acp pn31 cst pns31 vvz av-j, cc-acp vvb d r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-la fw-la, pns31 vbz j cc j. (4) text (DIV1) 28 Page 28
305 There be two things whereby disobedient sinners do stand in danger. The one, hoping too much, which is presumption; There be two things whereby disobedient Sinners do stand in danger. The one, hoping too much, which is presumption; pc-acp vbi crd n2 c-crq j n2 vdb vvi p-acp n1. dt crd, vvg av av-d, r-crq vbz n1; (4) text (DIV1) 29 Page 28
306 the other in hoping too little, which is desperation. the other in hoping too little, which is desperation. dt j-jn p-acp vvg av av-j, r-crq vbz n1. (4) text (DIV1) 30 Page 28
307 Who are they that are deceived by hoping too much? He which saith unto himself, Who Are they that Are deceived by hoping too much? He which Says unto himself, r-crq vbr pns32 cst vbr vvn p-acp vvg av d? pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp px31, (4) text (DIV1) 31 Page 28
308 well, God is a good God, a merciful God, and therefore I will do this or that, what best pleaseth my judgement; well, God is a good God, a merciful God, and Therefore I will do this or that, what best Pleases my judgement; av, np1 vbz dt j np1, dt j np1, cc av pns11 vmb vdi d cc d, r-crq av-js vvz po11 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 31 Page 29
309 and why so? because God is a merciful God, a good God, a gentle God: This is most true; and why so? Because God is a merciful God, a good God, a gentle God: This is most true; cc q-crq av? c-acp np1 vbz dt j np1, dt j np1, dt j np1: d vbz av-ds j; (4) text (DIV1) 31 Page 29
310 but these men run into danger, by hoping too much. but these men run into danger, by hoping too much. cc-acp d n2 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp vvg av av-d. (4) text (DIV1) 31 Page 29
311 Now who are in danger by despair, even those who seeing their sins to be grievous, Now who Are in danger by despair, even those who seeing their Sins to be grievous, av r-crq vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n1, av d r-crq vvg po32 n2 pc-acp vbi j, (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
312 and think within themselves it is to be pardoned impossible, saying within themselves, well we are once to be damned; and think within themselves it is to be pardoned impossible, saying within themselves, well we Are once to be damned; cc vvb p-acp px32 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn j, vvg p-acp px32, av pns12 vbr a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
313 why do not we whatsoever pleaseth us best? in this like evil communication corrupts good manners, Come let us eat and drink, why do not we whatsoever Pleases us best? in this like evil communication corrupts good manners, Come let us eat and drink, q-crq vdb xx pns12 r-crq vvz pno12 av-js? p-acp d j j-jn n1 vvz j n2, vvb vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi, (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
314 for to morrow we shall die, Isa. 21.13. 1 Cor. 15.32, 33. these men are murdered by desperation, for to morrow we shall die, Isaiah 21.13. 1 Cor. 15.32, 33. these men Are murdered by desperation, c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd. crd np1 crd, crd d n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
315 and the other by hoping too much; what therefore doth God for gaining of both these sorts of people unto himself again. and the other by hoping too much; what Therefore does God for gaining of both these sorts of people unto himself again. cc dt n-jn p-acp vvg av av-d; q-crq av vdz np1 p-acp vvg pp-f d d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp px31 av. (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
316 To him which is in danger by hoping too much, he saith, Do not say within thy self the mercy of God is great, he will be merciful unto the multitude of my sins; To him which is in danger by hoping too much, he Says, Do not say within thy self the mercy of God is great, he will be merciful unto the multitude of my Sins; p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 p-acp vvg av av-d, pns31 vvz, vdb xx vvi p-acp po21 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
317 but I must be revenged for such or such wrongs: but I must be revenged for such or such wrongs: cc-acp pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d cc d n2-jn: (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
318 I must tell you, That the face of the Lord is against such sinners, Eccles. 5.6. For if you do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in Heaven forgive your trespasses, Mark 11.25, 26. And to him that is in danger by desperation, God saith, I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord God: I must tell you, That the face of the Lord is against such Sinners, Eccles. 5.6. For if you do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in Heaven forgive your Trespasses, Mark 11.25, 26. And to him that is in danger by desperation, God Says, I have no pleasure in the death of him that Dieth, Says the Lord God: pns11 vmb vvi pn22, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp d n2, np1 crd. c-acp cs pn22 vdb xx vvi, dx vmb po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vvb po22 n2, vvb crd, crd cc p-acp pno31 cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, np1 vvz, pns11 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvz, vvz dt n1 np1: (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
319 wherefore turn your selves and live, Ezek. 18.32. Wherefore turn your selves and live, Ezekiel 18.32. c-crq vvb po22 n2 cc vvi, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 29
320 And much more may be spoken in the same place, touching the great peril and folly of those which upon vain hope of Gods mercy without judgment, ( although we are saved by hope, Rom. 8.14.) to persevere in their evil life of disobedience and hope of mercy without it. And much more may be spoken in the same place, touching the great peril and folly of those which upon vain hope of God's mercy without judgement, (although we Are saved by hope, Rom. 8.14.) to persevere in their evil life of disobedience and hope of mercy without it. cc av-d av-dc vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1, vvg dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d r-crq p-acp j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1, (cs pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd.) pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
321 As there is mercy, so there is judgment too; As there is mercy, so there is judgement too; p-acp pc-acp vbz n1, av pc-acp vbz n1 av; (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
322 and therefore it is a very evil consequent, and a most unjust kind of reasoning, to say that for so much as God is merciful and long-suffering; and Therefore it is a very evil consequent, and a most unjust kind of reasoning, to say that for so much as God is merciful and long-suffering; cc av pn31 vbz dt j j-jn j, cc dt av-ds j n1 pp-f vvg, pc-acp vvi cst p-acp av av-d c-acp np1 vbz j cc j; (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
323 and therefore I will abuse his mercy, and continue in my wickedness: But the Scripture teacheth us not to reason so, but rather quite contrary; and Therefore I will abuse his mercy, and continue in my wickedness: But the Scripture Teaches us not to reason so, but rather quite contrary; cc av pns11 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvi p-acp po11 n1: cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 xx pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp av-c vvb j-jn; (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
324 for God is merciful and expecteth my conversion. for God is merciful and Expects my conversion. p-acp np1 vbz j cc vvz po11 n1. (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
325 The longer he expecteth, the more grievous will be his punishment when it cometh, if we neglect this his patience; The longer he Expects, the more grievous will be his punishment when it comes, if we neglect this his patience; dt av-jc pns31 vvz, dt av-dc j vmb vbi po31 n1 c-crq pn31 vvz, cs pns12 vvb d po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
326 and therefore we ought presently to accept of his mercy; and Therefore we ought presently to accept of his mercy; cc av pns12 vmd av-j pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
327 so reasoneth Saint Paul, who saith, Dost thou contemn the riches of the long-suffering, and gentleness of the Lord? Dost thou not know that the patience of God towards thee, is used to bring thee to repentance? but thou through the hardness of thy heart and impenitency, dost heap up to thy self wrath against the day of vengeance, at the revelation of Gods just judgment, Rom. 2.5. 2 Thes. 1.7, 8, 9 in which words Saint Paul signifieth, that th• longer God suffereth us with patience in ou• wickedness, the greater heaps of vengeance doth he gather against us, so reasoneth Saint Paul, who Says, Dost thou contemn the riches of the long-suffering, and gentleness of the Lord? Dost thou not know that the patience of God towards thee, is used to bring thee to Repentance? but thou through the hardness of thy heart and impenitency, dost heap up to thy self wrath against the day of vengeance, At the Revelation of God's just judgement, Rom. 2.5. 2 Thebes 1.7, 8, 9 in which words Saint Paul signifies, that th• longer God suffers us with patience in ou• wickedness, the greater heaps of vengeance does he gather against us, av vvz n1 np1, r-crq vvz, vd2 pns21 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc n1 pp-f dt n1? vd2 pns21 xx vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1? cc-acp pns21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc n1, vd2 vvi a-acp p-acp po21 n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, np1 crd. crd np1 crd, crd, crd n1 r-crq n2 n1 np1 vvz, cst n1 av-jc n1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 n1, dt jc n2 pp-f n1 vdz pns31 vvi p-acp pno12, (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
328 if we persist in obstinacy and disobedience. if we persist in obstinacy and disobedience. cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 32 Page 30
329 Fifthly, Another consideration of no le• great dread and fear is, That if he offer the grace to day, thou knowest not whether he will do it to morrow; Fifthly, another consideration of no le• great dread and Fear is, That if he offer the grace to day, thou Knowest not whither he will do it to morrow; ord, j-jn n1 pp-f dx n1 j n1 cc n1 vbz, cst cs pns31 vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, pns21 vv2 xx c-crq pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
330 or as Saint James saith, Who knows whether we shall live while to morrow, James 4.14. or as Saint James Says, Who knows whither we shall live while to morrow, James 4.14. cc c-acp n1 np1 vvz, r-crq vvz cs pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
331 And if he give us life and memory this Week, we know not whether we shall enjoy it the next Week or no. And if he give us life and memory this Week, we know not whither we shall enjoy it the next Week or no. cc cs pns31 vvb pno12 n1 cc n1 d n1, pns12 vvb xx cs pns12 vmb vvi pn31 dt ord n1 cc uh-dx. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
332 So the holy Prophet saith in Psal. 66.5. God is terrible in his doings towards the children of men. So the holy Prophet Says in Psalm 66.5. God is terrible in his doings towards the children of men. av dt j n1 vvz p-acp np1 crd. np1 vbz j p-acp po31 n2-vdg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
333 And in verse 16. There the Lord calls upon all that fear God, and declareth what he hath done for our souls; And in verse 16. There the Lord calls upon all that Fear God, and Declareth what he hath done for our Souls; cc p-acp n1 crd a-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d cst vvb np1, cc vvz r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po12 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
334 but it is unto all such as are of a clean heart: but it is unto all such as Are of a clean heart: cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d d c-acp vbr pp-f dt j n1: (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
335 For if we regard iniquity in our heart, the Lord will not hear our prayers, Psal. 66.18. For if we regard iniquity in our heart, the Lord will not hear our Prayers, Psalm 66.18. c-acp cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp po12 n1, dt n1 vmb xx vvi po12 n2, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
336 wherein the holy Prophet sheweth the heavy justice of God towards the wicked, even when •e giveth them prosperity, and worldly wealth unlawfully gotten. wherein the holy Prophet shows the heavy Justice of God towards the wicked, even when •e gives them Prosperity, and worldly wealth unlawfully got. c-crq dt j n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j, av c-crq n1 vvz pno32 n1, cc j n1 av-j vvn. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
337 His words are these, Behold, O Lord, they shall perish which depart from thee, for God is terrible out of his Holy Place, His words Are these, Behold, Oh Lord, they shall perish which depart from thee, for God is terrible out of his Holy Place, po31 n2 vbr d, vvb, uh n1, pns32 vmb vvi r-crq vvb p-acp pno21, c-acp np1 vbz j av pp-f po31 j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
338 even the God of Israel, Psal. 68.35. even the God of Israel, Psalm 68.35. av dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
339 By which words the holy Prophet signifieth, That how good soever God be unto them that fear him, By which words the holy Prophet signifies, That how good soever God be unto them that Fear him, p-acp r-crq n2 dt j n1 vvz, cst c-crq j av np1 vbb p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
340 yet that per•aineth nothing to the relief of the disobedient, who are to receive just vengeance at his hands, midst the greatest mercies bestowed upon the obedient, even to eat the good things of the land; yet that per•aineth nothing to the relief of the disobedient, who Are to receive just vengeance At his hands, midst the greatest Mercies bestowed upon the obedient, even to eat the good things of the land; av cst vvz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt js n2 vvn p-acp dt j, av pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 31
341 and to those that refuse and rebel, nothing but sword or other judgment; and to those that refuse and rebel, nothing but sword or other judgement; cc p-acp d cst vvb cc vvi, pix cc-acp n1 cc j-jn n1; (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
342 For the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it, Isa. 1.19, 20. But behold the eyes of the Lord is upon them that are just, For the Mouth of the Lord hath spoken it, Isaiah 1.19, 20. But behold the eyes of the Lord is upon them that Are just, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, np1 crd, crd p-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vbr j, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
343 and his ears are open to hear their prayers, Luke 1.56. and Psal. 145.9. and his ears Are open to hear their Prayers, Lycia 1.56. and Psalm 145.9. cc po31 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av crd. cc np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
344 and Gen. 18.17, 18, 19. But the face of the Lord is upon them that do evil to destroy them, and Gen. 18.17, 18, 19. But the face of the Lord is upon them that do evil to destroy them, cc np1 crd, crd, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vdb j-jn pc-acp vvi pno32, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
345 and their memory from out of the earth, Psal. 34.16. For the Text is Mercy and Judgement too. and their memory from out of the earth, Psalm 34.16. For the Text is Mercy and Judgement too. cc po32 n1 p-acp av pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 vbz n1 cc n1 av. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
346 It was the practise of the deceiving Prophers in all Ages, which have been resisted strongly by the Prophets of God) to cry, Peace, Peace: It was the practice of the deceiving Prophers in all Ages, which have been resisted strongly by the prophets of God) to cry, Peace, Peace: pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2 p-acp d n2, r-crq vhb vbn vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1) pc-acp vvi, n1, uh-n: (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
347 For, saith the Lord, they have healed also the hurt of the Daughters of my people sleightly, saying, Peace, Peace, when there was no peace. Jer. 6.14. For, Says the Lord, they have healed also the hurt of the Daughters of my people slightly, saying, Peace, Peace, when there was no peace. Jer. 6.14. p-acp, vvz dt n1, pns32 vhb vvn av dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 av-j, vvg, n1, uh-n, c-crq pc-acp vbds dx n1. np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
348 And mark, I pray you, what the true Prophet saith in the 15. verse, Were they ashamed, when they had committed abomination; And mark, I pray you, what the true Prophet Says in the 15. verse, Were they ashamed, when they had committed abomination; cc vvb, pns11 vvb pn22, q-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt crd n1, vbdr pns32 j, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn n1; (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
349 nay, they were not at all ashamed, neither could they blush; nay, they were not At all ashamed, neither could they blush; uh-x, pns32 vbdr xx p-acp d j, av-dx vmd pns32 vvi; (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
350 therefore they shall fall by judgement, among them that fall at the time that I will visit, saith the Lord God, Jer. 6. from the 15. to the end. Therefore they shall fallen by judgement, among them that fallen At the time that I will visit, Says the Lord God, Jer. 6. from the 15. to the end. av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi, vvz dt n1 np1, np1 crd p-acp dt crd p-acp dt n1. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
351 So you see by the true Prophets, there was nothing to the obstinate but danger, sword, So you see by the true prophets, there was nothing to the obstinate but danger, sword, av pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n2, pc-acp vbds pix p-acp dt j p-acp n1, n1, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
352 and destruction, as the true Prophets did foretel, and as the event proved after, as you may see Ezek. 13.1. to 12. 2 Kings 17.21. to the end, 2 Chron. 36.11. to the end, Jer. 3.10. and destruction, as the true prophets did foretell, and as the event proved After, as you may see Ezekiel 13.1. to 12. 2 Kings 17.21. to the end, 2 Chronicles 36.11. to the end, Jer. 3.10. cc n1, c-acp dt j n2 vdd vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi np1 crd. p-acp crd crd n2 crd. p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 32
353 Holy David giveth a notable and sure rule to govern our hope and confidence withall, Do you sacrifice unto God even the sacrifice of righteousness, Holy David gives a notable and sure Rule to govern our hope and confidence withal, Do you sacrifice unto God even the sacrifice of righteousness, j np1 vvz dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc n1 av, vdb pn22 vvi p-acp np1 av dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 33
354 and trust in the Lord, Psal. 36.5. wherein Saint John agreeth, when he saith, That which we have seen, and heard, declare we unto you, that ye may have fellowship with us; and trust in the Lord, Psalm 36.5. wherein Saint John agreeth, when he Says, That which we have seen, and herd, declare we unto you, that you may have fellowship with us; cc vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. q-crq n1 np1 vvz, c-crq pns31 vvz, cst r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, cc vvn, vvb pns12 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno12; (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 33
355 and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and his Son Jesus Christ, 1 John 1, 2, 3. but if our Conscience be guilty of lewdness and disobedience, and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and his Son jesus christ, 1 John 1, 2, 3. but if our Conscience be guilty of Lewdness and disobedience, cc av-j po12 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 np1 np1, vvn np1 crd, crd, crd p-acp cs po12 n1 vbi j pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 33
356 and resolve to continue therein, in vain have we confidence in the mercies of God, and resolve to continue therein, in vain have we confidence in the Mercies of God, cc vvb pc-acp vvi av, p-acp j vhb pns12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 33
357 unto whose just judgement we stand subject for disobedience, for my Text is Mercy and Judgment too. unto whose just judgement we stand Subject for disobedience, for my Text is Mercy and Judgement too. p-acp rg-crq j n1 pns12 vvb j-jn p-acp n1, p-acp po11 n1 vbz n1 cc n1 av. (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 33
358 So much for the fourth Part. So much for the fourth Part. av av-d c-acp dt ord n1 (4) text (DIV1) 33 Page 33
359 Now I come to the fifth Part of my Text, that is, for to shew how God hath used himself towards his best beloved Saints in this World, by offence given him, by occasion of sin of disobedience, Now I come to the fifth Part of my Text, that is, for to show how God hath used himself towards his best Beloved Saints in this World, by offence given him, by occasion of since of disobedience, av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst vbz, c-acp pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vhz vvn px31 p-acp po31 js j-vvn n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 vvn pno31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 33
360 how soon he hath broken friendship, how strictly he hath taken account, and how severely he hath punished the Angels that •e created with so great care and love, how soon he hath broken friendship, how strictly he hath taken account, and how severely he hath punished the Angels that •e created with so great care and love, c-crq av pns31 vhz vvn n1, c-crq av-j pns31 vhz vvn n1, cc c-crq av-j pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp av j n1 cc n1, (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 33
361 and to whom he imparted so singular priviledges of •ll kind of perfections, as he made them almost very Gods in a certain manner; and to whom he imparted so singular privileges of •ll kind of perfections, as he made them almost very God's in a certain manner; cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd av j n2 pp-f j n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 av j n2 p-acp dt j n1; (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 33
362 onely •e set his own dearly beloved Son Christ Jesus above them all, and commanded all the Angels •o worship him, Heb. 1.5, 6. That was, they must •ollow his direction; only •e Set his own dearly Beloved Son christ jesus above them all, and commanded all the Angels •o worship him, Hebrew 1.5, 6. That was, they must •ollow his direction; av-j vbb vvn po31 d av-jn vvn n1 np1 np1 p-acp pno32 d, cc vvd d dt n2 vdb vvi pno31, np1 crd, crd cst vbds, pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 33
363 but they seeing themselves •ade in such perfection of knowledge, were so •fted up in pride, that they refused a Director, but they seeing themselves •ade in such perfection of knowledge, were so •fted up in pride, that they refused a Director, cc-acp pns32 vvg px32 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vbdr av vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cst pns32 vvd dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 33
364 & would serve him after their own understanding, as too many people in our Nation do, who without repentance are wandring Stars; & would serve him After their own understanding, as too many people in our nation do, who without Repentance Are wandering Stars; cc vmd vvi pno31 p-acp po32 d n1, c-acp av d n1 p-acp po12 n1 vdb, r-crq p-acp n1 vbr vvg n2; (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 34
365 To whom i• rescrved the blackness of darkness for ever, Jude 13• as the Lord God did the Angels for that sin of disobedience: To whom i• rescrved the blackness of darkness for ever, U^de 13• as the Lord God did the Angels for that since of disobedience: p-acp ro-crq n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp av, np1 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 vdd dt n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 34
366 You see presently all good will and favour was changed into judgement in darkness of the great day, You see presently all good will and favour was changed into judgement in darkness of the great day, pn22 vvb av-j d j n1 cc n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 34
367 and to be chained for ever, to abide the rage of Hell fire, and intollerable judgement, without remembrance of mercy, among the damned; and to be chained for ever, to abide the rage of Hell fire, and intolerable judgement, without remembrance of mercy, among the damned; cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, cc j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-vvn; (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 34
368 as you may see i• Isa. 14.14. 2 Pet 2.3, 4. Jude Ephes. 9.10, 11, 12, 13, 14. as you may see i• Isaiah 14.14. 2 Pet 2.3, 4. U^de Ephesians 9.10, 11, 12, 13, 14. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi n1 np1 crd. crd n1 crd, crd np1 np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd (4) text (DIV1) 34 Page 34
369 Secondly, God made himself another new friend of flesh and blood; which was Father Adam in Paradise, where God conversed with him so friendly and familiarly, Secondly, God made himself Another new friend of Flesh and blood; which was Father Adam in Paradise, where God conversed with him so friendly and familiarly, ord, np1 vvd px31 j-jn j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; r-crq vbds n1 np1 p-acp n1, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31 av j cc av-jn, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 34
370 as is most wonderful to consider: as is most wondered to Consider: c-acp vbz ds j pc-acp vvi: (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 34
371 He called him, he talked with him, he made all his Creatures in the world subject unto him, he brought them before him to the end that he, He called him, he talked with him, he made all his Creatures in the world Subject unto him, he brought them before him to the end that he, pns31 vvd pno31, pns31 vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 j-jn p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 34
372 and not God, should give the• their Names; and not God, should give the• their Names; cc xx np1, vmd vvi n1 po32 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 34
373 he made a Mate and Companio• for him, he blessed them both, and finally, shewed all possible tokens of love that might be What ensued? Adam committed but one sin o• disobedience, he made a Mate and Companio• for him, he blessed them both, and finally, showed all possible tokens of love that might be What ensued? Adam committed but one since o• disobedience, pns31 vvd dt n1 cc np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd pno32 d, cc av-j, vvd d j n2 pp-f n1 cst vmd vbi r-crq vvn? np1 vvn p-acp crd n1 n1 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 34
374 and that at the enticement of another, and that also a sin not of very great importance, and that At the enticement of Another, and that also a since not of very great importance, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, cc cst av dt n1 xx pp-f av j n1, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 34
375 as it may be seen to mans natural reason, which receiveth not the things of the Spiri• of God, 1 Cor. 2.14. but to a Spiritual mans understanding, it was the greatest that was committed in all the earth, in the latitude and extent; as it may be seen to men natural reason, which receives not the things of the Spiri• of God, 1 Cor. 2.14. but to a Spiritual men understanding, it was the greatest that was committed in all the earth, in the latitude and extent; c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp ng1 j n1, r-crq vvz xx dt n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd. cc-acp p-acp dt j ng1 n1, pn31 vbds dt js cst vbds vvn p-acp d dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1; (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 34
376 for none ever made all the world guilty of sin, but he: It was for eating of the Tree of Knowledge, forbidden. for none ever made all the world guilty of since, but he: It was for eating of the Tree of Knowledge, forbidden. c-acp pix av vvd d dt n1 j pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31: pn31 vbds p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn. (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
377 The matter was no sooner done, but all friendship was broken between God and them, The matter was no sooner done, but all friendship was broken between God and them, dt n1 vbds av-dx av-c vdn, cc-acp d n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1 cc pno32, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
378 and they were thrust out of Paradise, condemned to a world of misery, and all his seed to great judgment, together with himself, and they were thrust out of Paradise, condemned to a world of misery, and all his seed to great judgement, together with himself, cc pns32 vbdr vvn av pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d po31 n1 p-acp j n1, av p-acp px31, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
379 for hiding his sin, as Job saith, Job 31.34. yet he afterwards repented; for hiding his since, as Job Says, Job 31.34. yet he afterwards repented; p-acp vvg po31 n1, c-acp n1 vvz, n1 crd. av pns31 av vvd; (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
380 and how severely this grievous sentence is executed, may sufficiently appear by this, that infinite millions, even almost the whole race of mankind, as the Prophet Isaiah saith, Chap. 1.9. and how severely this grievous sentence is executed, may sufficiently appear by this, that infinite millions, even almost the Whole raze of mankind, as the Prophet Isaiah Says, Chap. 1.9. cc c-crq av-j d j n1 vbz vvn, vmb av-j vvi p-acp d, cst j crd, av av dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
381 The Lord reserved even a small remnant, even those few that since are ransomed by the coming down of Gods own Son, the second Person in the Trinity, into flesh, The Lord reserved even a small remnant, even those few that since Are ransomed by the coming down of God's own Son, the second Person in the Trinity, into Flesh, dt n1 vvd av dt j n1, av d d cst c-acp vbr vvn p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f n2 d n1, dt ord n1 p-acp dt np1, p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
382 and by his intollerable sufferings, and in mercy to take the Government upon his shoulders, and by his intolerable sufferings, and in mercy to take the Government upon his shoulders, cc p-acp po31 j n2, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
383 for his Name is called, Wonderful Counsellor, the Mighty God, Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace; for his Name is called, Wondered Counsellor, the Mighty God, Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace; p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn, j n1, dt j np1, j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
384 for of the increase of his Government and Peace there shall be no end, upon the Throne of David and his Kingdom, to order it, for of the increase of his Government and Peace there shall be no end, upon the Throne of David and his Kingdom, to order it, p-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pn31, (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
385 and to establish it with justice and judgement, from henceforth even for evermore; and to establish it with Justice and judgement, from henceforth even for evermore; cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp av av c-acp av; (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
386 for the zeal of the Lord will perform this, Isa. 9.6, 7. And so if the Lord had not reserved unto himself a small remnant, we had been like unto Sodom, and like unto Gomorrah, Isa. •. 9. for the zeal of the Lord will perform this, Isaiah 9.6, 7. And so if the Lord had not reserved unto himself a small remnant, we had been like unto Sodom, and like unto Gomorrah, Isaiah •. 9. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi d, np1 crd, crd cc av cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn p-acp px31 dt j n1, pns12 vhd vbn av-j p-acp np1, cc av-j p-acp np1, np1 •. crd. (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
387 Thus you see God is Mercy and Judgement. Thus you see God is Mercy and Judgement. av pn22 vvb np1 vbz n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 35 Page 35
388 Thirdly, The two Miracles of the World, Moses and Aaron, were of singular authority and favour with God, insomuch as they could obtain great things at Gods hands for other men; Thirdly, The two Miracles of the World, Moses and Aaron, were of singular Authority and favour with God, insomuch as they could obtain great things At God's hands for other men; ord, dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 cc np1, vbdr pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, av c-acp pns32 vmd vvi j n2 p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp j-jn n2; (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 36
389 as for Pharach and the Israelites, and the Lord did according to the word of Moses, Exod. 13.21, 31. and yet they offended God once themselves, at the Waters of Contradiction, in the Desart of sin, Numb. 20.10, 11, 12. and hear the words of the Lord which he spake unto Moses and Aaron in the 12. verse, Because ye believed me not, to sanctifie me in the eyes of the children of Israel, therefore ye shall not bring this Congregation into the Land which I have given them; as for Pharaoh and the Israelites, and the Lord did according to the word of Moses, Exod 13.21, 31. and yet they offended God once themselves, At the Waters of Contradiction, in the Desert of since, Numb. 20.10, 11, 12. and hear the words of the Lord which he spoke unto Moses and Aaron in the 12. verse, Because you believed me not, to sanctify me in the eyes of the children of Israel, Therefore you shall not bring this Congregation into the Land which I have given them; c-acp p-acp np1 cc dt np2, cc dt n1 vdd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd cc av pns32 vvd np1 a-acp px32, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, j. crd, crd, crd cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt crd n1, c-acp pn22 vvd pno11 xx, pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, av pn22 vmb xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32; (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 36
390 and Aaron was stripped of his holy Garments; and Aaron was stripped of his holy Garments; cc np1 vbds vvn pp-f po31 j n2; (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 36
391 and died there in the top of the Mount (at the 28. verse ) and Moses died in the Mount Nebo, in the Land of Moab, Deut. 32.49, 50, 51. for that they doubted somewhat of the miracle promised to them from the Lord God, and died there in the top of the Mount (At the 28. verse) and Moses died in the Mount Nebo, in the Land of Moab, Deuteronomy 32.49, 50, 51. for that they doubted somewhat of the miracle promised to them from the Lord God, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp dt crd n1) cc np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd, crd p-acp d pns32 vvd av pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 np1, (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 36
392 and thereby did dishonour his Divine Majesty, before the people, as you heard before: They were rebuked most sharply, as you heard in the Text, for the same; and thereby did dishonour his Divine Majesty, before the people, as you herd before: They were rebuked most sharply, as you herd in the Text, for the same; cc av vdd vvi po31 j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn22 vvd a-acp: pns32 vbdr vvn av-ds av-j, c-acp pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt d; (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 36
393 and though they repented heartily for that offence, and so by repentance obtained remission of the fault or guilt, and though they repented heartily for that offence, and so by Repentance obtained remission of the fault or guilt, cc cs pns32 vvd av-j p-acp d n1, cc av p-acp n1 vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 36
394 so that their souls were saved, yet there was laid upon them a grievous chastisement for the same, so that their Souls were saved, yet there was laid upon them a grievous chastisement for the same, av cst po32 n2 vbdr vvn, av a-acp vbds vvn p-acp pno32 dt j n1 p-acp dt d, (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 36
395 and that was they should not enter themselves into the Land of Promise, but should die when they came into the sight thereof, the which must needs be a grea• grief to them both; and that was they should not enter themselves into the Land of Promise, but should die when they Come into the sighed thereof, the which must needs be a grea• grief to them both; cc cst vbds pns32 vmd xx vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vmd vvi c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 av, dt r-crq vmb av vbi dt n1 n1 p-acp pno32 d; (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 37
396 albeit, they intreated God most earnestly for the release of this penance, yet could they never obtain the same at his hands; albeit, they entreated God most earnestly for the release of this penance, yet could they never obtain the same At his hands; cs, pns32 vvd np1 av-ds av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, av vmd pns32 av vvi dt d p-acp po31 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 37
397 but a ways the Lord answered them, Seeing ye have dishonoured me before the people, ye shall die for it, but a ways the Lord answered them, Seeing you have dishonoured me before the people, you shall die for it, cc-acp dt n2 dt n1 vvd pno32, vvg pn22 vhb vvn pno11 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 37
398 and shall not enter into the Land of Promise, Numb. 20.12. Deut. 32.50. and shall not enter into the Land of Promise, Numb. 20.12. Deuteronomy 32.50. cc vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, j. crd. np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 37
399 And although Christ be the Saviour of the World, Yet he that is ashamed of me, saith he, before men, of him will I be ashamed of before my Father which is in Heaven, Luke 9.20. Luke 12.9. to preach his Word any where, openly in the World, John 10.20. and Acts 8.5. And although christ be the Saviour of the World, Yet he that is ashamed of me, Says he, before men, of him will I be ashamed of before my Father which is in Heaven, Lycia 9.20. Luke 12.9. to preach his Word any where, openly in the World, John 10.20. and Acts 8.5. cc cs np1 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pns31 cst vbz j pp-f pno11, vvz pns31, p-acp n2, pp-f pno31 vmb pns11 vbi j pp-f p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, av crd. np1 crd. pc-acp vvi po31 n1 d q-crq, av-j p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. cc n2 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 36 Page 37
400 Fourthly, In what special great favour was King Saul with God, when he chose him to be a King, Fourthly, In what special great favour was King Saul with God, when he chosen him to be a King, ord, p-acp r-crq j j n1 vbds n1 np1 p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
401 and the first King of the people of God; and the First King of the people of God; cc dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
402 and caused Samuel the Prophet so much to honour him, and to anoint him Prince upon Gods own Inheritance, and caused Samuel the Prophet so much to honour him, and to anoint him Prince upon God's own Inheritance, cc vvd np1 dt n1 av av-d pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp n2 d n1, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
403 as he calleth it, 1 Sam. 10. when he commended him so much, and took such tender care over him: as he calls it, 1 Sam. 10. when he commended him so much, and took such tender care over him: c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, crd np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 av av-d, cc vvd d j n1 p-acp pno31: (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
404 And the people so honoured him, and feared him so much, as is most wonderful for to consider the love of God, And the people so honoured him, and feared him so much, as is most wondered for to Consider the love of God, cc dt n1 av vvn pno31, cc vvd pno31 av av-d, c-acp vbz ds j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
405 and the obedience of the people to their Prince, 1 Sam. 14. and yet afterward, and the Obedience of the people to their Prince, 1 Sam. 14. and yet afterwards, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, crd np1 crd cc av av, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
406 for that he brake Gods Commandment in rescuing certain Spoils of War, which he should have destroyed, 1 Sam. 15.10. for that he brake God's Commandment in rescuing certain Spoils of War, which he should have destroyed, 1 Sam. 15.10. c-acp cst pns31 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vvn, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
407 yea, though he reserved them to honour God withal, as he pretended, 1 Sam. 15. yet you may see his heart was not upright, as he pretended; yea, though he reserved them to honour God withal, as he pretended, 1 Sam. 15. yet you may see his heart was not upright, as he pretended; uh, cs pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp n1 np1 av, c-acp pns31 vvd, crd np1 crd av pn22 vmb vvi po31 n1 vbds xx av-j, c-acp pns31 vvd; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 37
408 yet he was cast off by the Lord God, and degraded of his Dignity, and given over into the hands of an evil Spirit, and brought to infinite miseries; yet he was cast off by the Lord God, and degraded of his Dignity, and given over into the hands of an evil Spirit, and brought to infinite misery's; av pns31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 np1, cc vvn pp-f po31 n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc vvd p-acp j n2; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
409 though he shifted himself out for a time, yet he was finally so forsaken and abandoned by God, though he shifted himself out for a time, yet he was finally so forsaken and abandoned by God, cs pns31 vvd px31 av p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vbds av-j av vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
410 as he slew himself, his Sons were crucified or hanged on a Cross by his Enemies, 1 Sam. 31. and all his Family and Linage extinguished for ever, from having to do to reign over Israel any more, 2 Sam. 21, 6, 7, 8, 9. Thus you see that the sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination; as he slew himself, his Sons were Crucified or hanged on a Cross by his Enemies, 1 Sam. 31. and all his Family and Lineage extinguished for ever, from having to doe to Reign over Israel any more, 2 Sam. 21, 6, 7, 8, 9. Thus you see that the sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination; c-acp pns31 vvd px31, po31 n2 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, crd np1 crd cc d po31 n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp av, p-acp vhg p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 d dc, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd av pn22 vvb cst dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
411 how much more when he bringeth it with a wicked mind? Prov. 21.27. and Isa. 11. Mich. 1.7. The Lord loveth him that doth justly, and loveth mercy, and to walk humbly with God, in Mich. 6.8. how much more when he brings it with a wicked mind? Curae 21.27. and Isaiah 11. Mich. 1.7. The Lord loves him that does justly, and loves mercy, and to walk humbly with God, in Mich. 6.8. c-crq av-d av-dc c-crq pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1? np1 crd. cc np1 crd np1 crd. dt n1 vvz pno31 cst vdz av-j, cc vvz n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, p-acp np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
412 And, for as the Text is, Mercy and Judgement too. Happy is the man that feareth always; And, for as the Text is, Mercy and Judgement too. Happy is the man that fears always; np1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vbz, n1 cc n1 av. j vbz dt n1 cst vvz av; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
413 but he that hardneth his heart shall fall into mischief, Prov. 28.14. O what a boundless abundance in all Ages have fallen into mischief thorow a hard heart! but he that Hardeneth his heart shall fallen into mischief, Curae 28.14. O what a boundless abundance in all Ages have fallen into mischief thorough a hard heart! cc-acp pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd. sy r-crq dt j n1 p-acp d n2 vhb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1! (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
414 As first, Cain having slain his righteous Brother Abel, and had committed such a horrible murder: As First, Cain having slave his righteous Brother Abel, and had committed such a horrible murder: p-acp ord, np1 vhg vvn po31 j n1 np1, cc vhd vvn d dt j n1: (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
415 Did Cains heart relent into obedience? No: Did he confess and say, I have sinned? No such matter; Did Cains heart relent into Obedience? No: Did he confess and say, I have sinned? No such matter; vdd np1 n1 vvi p-acp n1? uh-dx: vdd pns31 vvi cc vvi, pns11 vhb vvn? dx d n1; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
416 but first, he answered God with a foul word, I cannot tell, or I know not where he is: but First, he answered God with a foul word, I cannot tell, or I know not where he is: cc-acp ord, pns31 vvd np1 p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vmbx vvi, cc pns11 vvb xx c-crq pns31 vbz: (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
417 He despised the Lord to his face; He despised the Lord to his face; pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
418 as if he should say, You may go look him, Am I my Brothers Keeper? Gen 4.9. I pray but mark this answer of Cain, and his carriage therein, and you need no other example of disobedience; as if he should say, You may go look him, Am I my Brother's Keeper? Gen 4.9. I pray but mark this answer of Cain, and his carriage therein, and you need no other Exampl of disobedience; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pn22 vmb vvi vvi pno31, vbm pns11 po11 ng1 n1? np1 crd. pns11 vvb cc-acp vvb d n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 av, cc pn22 vvb dx j-jn n1 pp-f n1; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 38
419 when neither affection in Kindred could touch him, nor shame of the World check him, when neither affection in Kindred could touch him, nor shame of the World check him, c-crq dx n1 p-acp n1 vmd vvi pno31, ccx n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno31, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
420 nor the blood of his slain Brother move him, nor the glorions presence of the Lord astonish him, nor the blood of his slave Brother move him, nor the glorious presence of the Lord astonish him, ccx dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1 vvi pno31, ccx dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvi pno31, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
421 nor the guilt of his own thoughts raise him, nor the quickening Word of God, which is powerful to raise the very dead, none of these could move him into obedience and repentance, nor the guilt of his own thoughts raise him, nor the quickening Word of God, which is powerful to raise the very dead, none of these could move him into Obedience and Repentance, ccx dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2 vvi pno31, ccx dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j j, pix pp-f d vmd vvi pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
422 as David did, as you heard: And the Publican cried, Lord be merciful to me a sinner, Luke 13.18. as David did, as you herd: And the Publican cried, Lord be merciful to me a sinner, Lycia 13.18. c-acp np1 vdd, c-acp pn22 vvd: cc dt n1 vvd, n1 vbb j p-acp pno11 dt n1, av crd. (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
423 For although the godly suffer in this life, that they may cease from sin; For although the godly suffer in this life, that they may cease from since; p-acp cs dt j vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
424 yet the wicked will be punished with the second death, as Saul which persecuted David, and Achitophel hanged himself, yet the wicked will be punished with the second death, as Saul which persecuted David, and Ahithophel hanged himself, av dt j vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp np1 r-crq vvn np1, cc np1 vvn px31, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
425 for teaching Absalom to be a Rebel; for teaching Absalom to be a Rebel; p-acp vvg np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
426 and Judas that betrayed his Master, hanged himself, and burst asunder in the middle, Acts 1.18. and Antioch and Herod, for killing Saint James, Acts 12.2. and Judas that betrayed his Master, hanged himself, and burst asunder in the middle, Acts 1.18. and Antioch and Herod, for killing Saint James, Acts 12.2. cc np1 cst vvd po31 n1, vvn px31, cc vvd av p-acp dt n-jn, n2 crd. cc np1 cc np1, p-acp j-vvg n1 np1, n2 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
427 was eaten of worms, and gave up the Ghost, at the 14. verse. God will not leave the wicked unpunished, was eaten of worms, and gave up the Ghost, At the 14. verse. God will not leave the wicked unpunished, vbds vvn pp-f n2, cc vvd a-acp dt n1, p-acp dt crd n1. np1 vmb xx vvi dt j j, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
428 as appeareth of Ahab and his seventy Sons, that Jehu slew for their tyranny upon the Children of God, as appears of Ahab and his seventy Sons, that Jehu slew for their tyranny upon the Children of God, c-acp vvz pp-f np1 cc po31 crd n2, cst np1 vvd p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
429 and for their disobedience against God, 2 Kings. And Senacherib sent to reproach the Living God, and for their disobedience against God, 2 Kings. And Sennacherib sent to reproach the Living God, cc p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, crd n2. cc np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg np1, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 39
430 and the Angel of the Lord went forth in defence of Hezekiah King of Judah, and by his prayer to the Lord, smote in the Camp of the Assyrians, an hundred fourscore and five thousand, all dead corpses, slain, and the Angel of the Lord went forth in defence of Hezekiah King of Judah, and by his prayer to the Lord, smote in the Camp of the Assyrians, an hundred fourscore and five thousand, all dead corpses, slave, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd av p-acp n1 pp-f np1 n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, dt crd crd cc crd crd, d j n2, vvn, (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 40
431 and himself put to death by the hands of his Sons, Isa. 27.38. So let the Lord serve all the Enemies of our gracious King. and himself put to death by the hands of his Sons, Isaiah 27.38. So let the Lord serve all the Enemies of our gracious King. cc px31 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd. av vvb dt n1 vvb d dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1. (4) text (DIV1) 37 Page 40
432 Fifthly, David was the chosen and Friend of God, and honoured with the Title of one that was according to Gods own heart, 1 Sam. 13.14. 1 Sam. 15.2. 2 Sam. 7, 8. but as soon as he had sinned, the Prophet Nathan was sent unto him, to denounce Gods heavy displeasure and punishment upon him: Fifthly, David was the chosen and Friend of God, and honoured with the Title of one that was according to God's own heart, 1 Sam. 13.14. 1 Sam. 15.2. 2 Sam. 7, 8. but as soon as he had sinned, the Prophet Nathan was sent unto him, to denounce God's heavy displeasure and punishment upon him: ord, np1 vbds dt j-vvn cc n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst vbds vvg p-acp n2 d n1, crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd, crd p-acp a-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vvn, dt n1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi npg1 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31: (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 40
433 For although Nathan was the Lords Prophet, yet he was Davids Subject, and durst not come unto the King, For although Nathan was the lords Prophet, yet he was Davids Subject, and durst not come unto the King, c-acp cs np1 vbds dt ng1 n1, av pns31 vbds npg1 j-jn, cc vvd xx vvi p-acp dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 40
434 but with all humility, as holy Daniel, O King, live for ever: but with all humility, as holy daniel, Oh King, live for ever: cc-acp p-acp d n1, c-acp j np1, uh n1, vvb p-acp av: (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 40
435 And he told the King of two men in one City, of one rich, and the other poor; And he told the King of two men in one city, of one rich, and the other poor; cc pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f crd n2 p-acp crd n1, pp-f crd j, cc dt n-jn j; (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 40
436 and how the rich man had taken the poor mans Lamb, to save his own flock, 2 Sam. 1.2, 3, 4. When the King heard thereof, he was the more ready to give judgement saying, As the Lord liveth, the man that hath done this thing shal surely die, v. 5. Then had the Prophet an opportunity to strike him to the heart, with the Sentence of his own mouth, Thou art the man, thus and thus hast thou done. and how the rich man had taken the poor men Lamb, to save his own flock, 2 Sam. 1.2, 3, 4. When the King herd thereof, he was the more ready to give judgement saying, As the Lord lives, the man that hath done this thing shall surely die, v. 5. Then had the Prophet an opportunity to strike him to the heart, with the Sentence of his own Mouth, Thou art the man, thus and thus hast thou done. cc c-crq dt j n1 vhd vvn dt j ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vvd av, pns31 vbds dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi n1 vvg, p-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1 cst vhz vdn d n1 vmb av-j vvi, n1 crd av vhd dt n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, pns21 vb2r dt n1, av cc av vh2 pns21 vdn. (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 40
437 Notwithstanding that he sorrowed and humbled himself so much as he did, for the sin that he had done, Notwithstanding that he sorrowed and humbled himself so much as he did, for the since that he had done, a-acp cst pns31 vvd cc vvn px31 av av-d c-acp pns31 vdd, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vdn, (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 40
438 as may appear by his fasting, prayers, weeping, wearing of sackcloth, and eating of ashes, his tears came so fast from him, Psal. 102.9. as may appear by his fasting, Prayers, weeping, wearing of Sackcloth, and eating of Ashes, his tears Come so fast from him, Psalm 102.9. c-acp vmb vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg, n2, vvg, vvg pp-f n1, cc vvg pp-f n2, po31 n2 vvd av av-j p-acp pno31, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 40
439 Psal. 42.2, 3. by which it is evident, that how great Gods mercy is to them that fear him, Psalm 42.2, 3. by which it is evident, that how great God's mercy is to them that Fear him, np1 crd, crd p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j, cst c-crq j npg1 n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 41
440 so great is his judgement to them that offend him. The Scriptures have infinite examples of this nature, as the rejecting of Cain, Gen. 4.8. and all his Seed, Gen. 7.22. so great is his judgement to them that offend him. The Scriptures have infinite Examples of this nature, as the rejecting of Cain, Gen. 4.8. and all his Seed, Gen. 7.22. av j vbz po31 n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31. dt n2 vhb j n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, np1 crd. cc d po31 n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 38 Page 41
441 and the pitiful drowing of the whole world, in the time of Noah, except eight persons, Gen. 8. and the dreadful consuming of Sodom and Gomorrah with fire, with the Cities about it, Gen. 10. and the saving of Lot; whose righteous soul was grieved at their sins, and the pitiful drowing of the Whole world, in the time of Noah, except eight Persons, Gen. 8. and the dreadful consuming of Sodom and Gomorrah with fire, with the Cities about it, Gen. 10. and the Saving of Lot; whose righteous soul was grieved At their Sins, cc dt j n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp crd n2, np1 crd cc dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 cc np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 p-acp pn31, np1 crd cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1; rg-crq j n1 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
442 and hunted after as a prey to their ungodly rage, because he would have hindred them from Rebellion, and hunted After as a prey to their ungodly rage, Because he would have hindered them from Rebellion, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1, c-acp pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
443 when all their Cities were consumed with fire from Heaven; when all their Cities were consumed with fire from Heaven; c-crq d po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
444 and the sending down quick to Hell of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, with the slaughter of two hundred and fifty Princes of their Adherents, and the sending down quick to Hell of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, with the slaughter of two hundred and fifty Princes of their Adherents, cc dt vvg a-acp j p-acp n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd crd cc crd n2 pp-f po32 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
445 and many thousands of the people besides, for Rebellion against Moses and Aaron, who was their King and Priest, Numb. 16.5. to the 38. verse. God saith that they destroyed their own souls, Numb. 16.38. and many thousands of the people beside, for Rebellion against Moses and Aaron, who was their King and Priest, Numb. 16.5. to the 38. verse. God Says that they destroyed their own Souls, Numb. 16.38. cc d crd pp-f dt n1 a-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, r-crq vbds po32 n1 cc n1, j. crd. p-acp dt crd n1. np1 vvz cst pns32 vvd po32 d n2, j. crd. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
446 And the sudden killing of Nadab and Abihu, Sons of Aaron, and chosen Priests, for once offering of other fire on the Altar, And the sudden killing of Nadab and Abihu, Sons of Aaron, and chosen Priests, for once offering of other fire on the Altar, cc dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 cc np1, n2 pp-f np1, cc j-vvn n2, c-acp a-acp vvg pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
447 then was appointed them in Scripture, as Levit. 10.1. then was appointed them in Scripture, as Levit. 10.1. av vbds vvn pno32 p-acp n1, c-acp np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
448 And the most terrible striking dead of Ananias and Saphira, for retaining some part of their own goods by deceit from the holy Apostles, the which they should not have done, Acts 5.1. to 10. with many more such examples as before alledged. And the most terrible striking dead of Ananias and Sapphira, for retaining Some part of their own goods by deceit from the holy Apostles, the which they should not have done, Acts 5.1. to 10. with many more such Examples as before alleged. cc dt av-ds j j-vvg j pp-f np1 cc np1, p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f po32 d n2-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2, dt r-crq pns32 vmd xx vhi vdn, n2 crd. p-acp crd p-acp d dc d n2 c-acp p-acp vvd. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 41
449 And the holy Scriptures do tell these things happened unto them for examples to us, upon whom the ends of the world are come, And the holy Scriptures do tell these things happened unto them for Examples to us, upon whom the ends of the world Are come, cc dt j n2 vdb vvi d n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp pno12, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn, (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 42
450 and they are written for our admonition, 1 Cor. 10.11. and they Are written for our admonition, 1 Cor. 10.11. cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 42
451 And who will not confess with Moses, That the Lord our God is a God of gods, a Lord of Lords, a great God, a mighty and a terrible God, which regardeth not persons, nor taketh rewards: And who will not confess with Moses, That the Lord our God is a God of God's, a Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty and a terrible God, which Regardeth not Persons, nor Takes rewards: cc q-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, cst dt n1 po12 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j np1, dt j cc dt j np1, r-crq vvz xx n2, ccx vvz n2: (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 42
452 He doth execute judgment for the Fatherless and the Widow, and loveth the Stranger, Deut. 10.17, 18. Heb. 13.2. He does execute judgement for the Fatherless and the Widow, and loves the Stranger, Deuteronomy 10.17, 18. Hebrew 13.2. pns31 vdz vvi n1 p-acp dt j cc dt n1, cc vvz dt n1, np1 crd, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 42
453 And therefore it is a horrible thing to fall into the hand of the Living God, who is a consuming fire to all Rebels, Heb. 12.29. Numb. 16.15. And Therefore it is a horrible thing to fallen into the hand of the Living God, who is a consuming fire to all Rebels, Hebrew 12.29. Numb. 16.15. cc av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, r-crq vbz dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d n2, np1 crd. j. crd. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 42
454 And who will not say with holy David, I have feared and trembled at thy judgements? Psal. 120.1. And who will not say with holy David, I have feared and trembled At thy Judgments? Psalm 120.1. cc q-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp j np1, pns11 vhb vvn cc vvd p-acp po21 n2? np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 42
455 For my Text is of Mercy and Judgement. For my Text is of Mercy and Judgement. p-acp po11 n1 vbz pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 39 Page 42
456 O beloved Christians, If God would not spare the destroying of a whole Tribe almost for one sin onely (the which is remarkable, which I shall by Gods assistance repeat out of the holy Scriptures, the which is expressed in a wonderful manner in the Tribe of Benjamin: Among al• the Twelve Sons of Jacob, Benjamin was th• dearest to his Father, as appeareth in Gen. 42.34. and therefore also greatly respected o• God; Oh Beloved Christians, If God would not spare the destroying of a Whole Tribe almost for one since only (the which is remarkable, which I shall by God's assistance repeat out of the holy Scriptures, the which is expressed in a wondered manner in the Tribe of Benjamin: Among al• the Twelve Sons of Jacob, Benjamin was th• dearest to his Father, as appears in Gen. 42.34. and Therefore also greatly respected o• God; uh j-vvn np1, cs np1 vmd xx vvi dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1 av p-acp crd n1 av-j (dt r-crq vbz j, r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp ng1 n1 vvi av pp-f dt j n2, dt r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: p-acp n1 dt crd n2 pp-f np1, np1 vbds n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vvz p-acp np1 crd. cc av av av-j vvn n1 np1; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 42
457 and this Tribe was placed in the be• part of all the Land of Promise, upon the Di• vision thereof, Josh. 18.11. having Jericho an• other of the best Cities within it; and this Tribe was placed in the be• part of all the Land of Promise, upon the Di• vision thereof, Josh. 18.11. having Jericho an• other of the best Cities within it; cc d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt np1 n1 av, np1 crd. vhg np1 n1 j-jn pp-f dt js n2 p-acp pn31; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 42
458 yet notwithstanping for one onely sin committed by certai• private men in the City, Sons of Belial, or Rebels, yet notwithstanping for one only since committed by certai• private men in the city, Sons of Belial, or Rebels, av vvg p-acp crd j n1 vvn p-acp n1 j n2 p-acp dt n1, n2 pp-f np1, cc n2, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
459 as God calls them, Judg. 19.22. upon the Wife of a Levite, God punished the whole Tribe in this Order that the holy Scripture renounceth: as God calls them, Judges 19.22. upon the Wife of a Levite, God punished the Whole Tribe in this Order that the holy Scripture Renounceth: c-acp np1 vvz pno32, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, np1 vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 cst dt j n1 vvz: (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
460 He caused all the other Eleven Tribes to rise against them: He caused all the other Eleven Tribes to rise against them: pns31 vvd d dt j-jn crd n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32: (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
461 And first they must come to the House of God in Shiloh, to ask Gods advice, And First they must come to the House of God in Shiloh, to ask God's Advice, cc ord pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
462 and to follow his Direction in this War against their Brethren; and to follow his Direction in this War against their Brothers; cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
463 and thence having by Gods appointment entred Battel twice with the Tribe of Benjamin, the third day God gave them so great a Victory, and thence having by God's appointment entered Battle twice with the Tribe of Benjamin, the third day God gave them so great a Victory, cc av vhg p-acp npg1 n1 vvd n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt ord n1 np1 vvd pno32 av j dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
464 as they slew all the living Creatures within the compass of that Tribe, except onely 600 men, that escaped into the desart; as they slew all the living Creatures within the compass of that Tribe, except only 600 men, that escaped into the desert; c-acp pns32 vvd d dt j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp av-j crd n2, cst vvd p-acp dt n1; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
465 all the rest were slain, both Men, Women, and Children, and Infants, together with all the Beasts and Cattel, all the rest were slave, both Men, Women, and Children, and Infants, together with all the Beasts and Cattle, d dt n1 vbdr vvn, d n2, n2, cc n2, cc n2, av p-acp d dt n2 cc n2, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
466 and all the Cities, Villages, and Houses burnt with fire, together with above threescore thousand valiant men, and all the Cities, Villages, and Houses burned with fire, together with above threescore thousand valiant men, cc d dt n2, n2, cc n2 vvn p-acp n1, av p-acp p-acp crd crd j n2, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
467 as ever drew the Sword, on both sides; as ever drew the Sword, on both sides; c-acp av vvd dt n1, p-acp d n2; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
468 and all this for disebedience in standing on the defence of one sin, committed onely at one time with one woman; and all this for disebedience in standing on the defence of one since, committed only At one time with one woman; cc d d p-acp n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n1, vvd av-j p-acp crd n1 p-acp crd n1; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
469 all this you may see in Judg. 20. to the end.) What will the Lord do to those that assemble themselves by Troops in the Harlots houses on the Lords Day and Holy-days! all this you may see in Judges 20. to the end.) What will the Lord do to those that assemble themselves by Troops in the Harlots houses on the lords Day and Holy-days! d d pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 crd p-acp dt n1.) q-crq vmb dt n1 vdb p-acp d cst vvb px32 p-acp n2 p-acp dt ng1 n2 p-acp dt n2 n1 cc n2! (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
470 Shall not the Lord be avenged on such a Nation as this? Jerem. 5.7, 8, 9. The Text is Mercy and Judgement; Shall not the Lord be avenged on such a nation as this? Jeremiah 5.7, 8, 9. The Text is Mercy and Judgement; vmb xx dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d? np1 crd, crd, crd dt n1 vbz n1 cc n1; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 43
471 for all the whole Tribe of Benjamin were but 600 men that fled, and abode hid in the Rock Rimmon four Moneths in great misery, Judg. 20.47. for all the Whole Tribe of Benjamin were but 600 men that fled, and Abided hid in the Rock Rimmon four Months in great misery, Judges 20.47. p-acp d dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbdr cc-acp crd n2 cst vvd, cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 crd n2 p-acp j n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
472 And thus you see my Text is Mercy and Judgement. And if God would not forgive one sin of Pride and Disobedience unto the Angels, And thus you see my Text is Mercy and Judgement. And if God would not forgive one since of Pride and Disobedience unto the Angels, cc av pn22 vvb po11 n1 vbz n1 cc n1. cc cs np1 vmd xx vvi crd n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
473 nor the eating of the Tree of Knowledge forbidden unto our Father Adam, without infinite punishments; nor the eating of the Tree of Knowledge forbidden unto our Father Adam, without infinite punishments; ccx dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1, p-acp j n2; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
474 and if the Lord would not forgive Esau, for selling his Birth-right, though afterwards he sought it with tears, Heb. 12.17. and if the Lord would not forgive Esau, for selling his Birthright, though afterwards he sought it with tears, Hebrew 12.17. cc cs dt n1 vmd xx vvi np1, p-acp vvg po31 n1, cs av pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp n2, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
475 And if he would not remit the punishment of one fault to Moses and Aaron, though they askt it with great instance; And if he would not remit the punishment of one fault to Moses and Aaron, though they asked it with great instance; cc cs pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f crd n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, c-acp pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp j n1; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
476 and if the Lord God would not pass over the cup of affliction from his own Son, and if the Lord God would not pass over the cup of affliction from his own Son, cc cs dt n1 np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
477 though he asked it three times upon his knees, with his face on the ground, though he asked it three times upon his knees, with his face on the ground, cs pns31 vvd pn31 crd n2 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
478 and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this Cup pass from me; and prayed, saying, Oh my Father, if it be possible, let this Cup pass from me; cc vvd, vvg, uh po11 n1, cs pn31 vbb j, vvb d n1 vvi p-acp pno11; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
479 nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt, Matth. 26.39. nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt, Matthew 26.39. av, xx c-acp pns11 vmb, cc-acp c-acp pns21 vm2, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
480 to 44. What cause have any of us to induce our imaginations, that he will deal extraordinarily with us, to 44. What cause have any of us to induce our Imaginations, that he will deal extraordinarily with us, p-acp crd q-crq n1 vhb d pp-f pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno12, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
481 and break the course of his Judgements for our sakes? nay, are any that are alive better then those whom I have already named? or have any men or women living •ore pilgrimage from God above them fore-named? O beloved Christians. and break the course of his Judgments for our sakes? nay, Are any that Are alive better then those whom I have already nam? or have any men or women living •ore pilgrimage from God above them forenamed? O Beloved Christians. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po12 n2? uh-x, vbr d cst vbr av-j av-jc cs d r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn? cc vhb d n2 cc n2 vvg j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno32 j? sy j-vvn np1. (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
482 Let us but consider the great and strange effects of Gods Judgements, which the Rebels did in our Lands of England, Scotland, and Ireland, for the sins of her Prophets and the iniquities of her Priests: Let us but Consider the great and strange effects of God's Judgments, which the Rebels did in our Lands of England, Scotland, and Ireland, for the Sins of her prophets and the iniquities of her Priests: vvb pno12 p-acp vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f npg1 n2, r-crq dt n2 vdd p-acp po12 n2 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2: (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
483 They have shed the blood of the just One in the midst of her; They have shed the blood of the just One in the midst of her; pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 44
484 for they respected not the persons of the Priests, and savoured not the persons of the Priests, for they respected not the Persons of the Priests, and savoured not the Persons of the Priests, c-acp pns32 vvd xx dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc vvn xx dt n2 pp-f dt n2, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
485 nor the Elders, nor the Breath of our Nostrils; nor the Elders, nor the Breath of our Nostrils; ccx dt np1, ccx dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
486 the Anointed of the Lord was taken in their Pits, of whom we said, Under his shadow we shall rejoyce, Lam. 4.13. to the end. the Anointed of the Lord was taken in their Pits, of whom we said, Under his shadow we shall rejoice, Lam. 4.13. to the end. dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n2, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vvd, p-acp po31 n1 pns12 vmb vvi, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1. (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
487 Notwithstanding Gods mercy in bringing us peace under the protection of our gracious King Charles the Second, Notwithstanding God's mercy in bringing us peace under the protection of our gracious King Charles the Second, a-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg pno12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 np1 dt ord, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
488 yet we never read of any that suffered so like a Saviour, as King Charles the First of blessed Memory: yet we never read of any that suffered so like a Saviour, as King Charles the First of blessed Memory: av pns12 av-x vvn pp-f d cst vvd av av-j dt n1, c-acp n1 np1 dt ord pp-f j-vvn n1: (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
489 For after Christ was persecuted in the Manger, Mat. 2.16. Christ was rejected of his; for example, He came to his own, and his own received him not, John 1.11. For After christ was persecuted in the Manger, Mathew 2.16. christ was rejected of his; for Exampl, He Come to his own, and his own received him not, John 1.11. c-acp p-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. np1 vbds vvn pp-f png31; p-acp n1, pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, cc po31 d vvd pno31 xx, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
490 Nay, so far were they from doing him good, that they denied the Holy and Just One, Nay, so Far were they from doing him good, that they denied the Holy and Just One, uh-x, av av-j vbdr pns32 p-acp vdg pno31 j, cst pns32 vvd dt j cc j pi, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
491 and desired a Murtherer to be granted to them, Acts 3.14. And this hath been our Kings Case; and desired a Murderer to be granted to them, Acts 3.14. And this hath been our Kings Case; cc vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, n2 crd. cc d vhz vbn po12 n2 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
492 they have rejected him, even his own people, and have with open mouth cried out, We will not have this man to reign over us, John 19.14. they have rejected him, even his own people, and have with open Mouth cried out, We will not have this man to Reign over us, John 19.14. pns32 vhb vvn pno31, av po31 d n1, cc vhb p-acp j n1 vvd av, pns12 vmb xx vhi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
493 They have preferred Murderers and Robbers before him, chusing rather to live under the Iron Yoke of such, They have preferred Murderers and Robbers before him, choosing rather to live under the Iron Yoke of such, pns32 vhb vvn n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31, vvg av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f d, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
494 then under the gentle and easie Government of Monarchy. Secondly, Christ complained that Foxes had holes, and the Birds of the Air had nests, then under the gentle and easy Government of Monarchy. Secondly, christ complained that Foxes had holes, and the Birds of the Air had nests, av p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1. ord, np1 vvd d n2 vhd n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhd n2, (4) text (DIV1) 40 Page 45
495 but the Son of Man had not whereon to lay his head, Matt. 8.20. but the Son of Man had not whereon to lay his head, Matt. 8.20. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 41 Page 45
496 And hath not our King been so served by the crafty Foxes and ambitious Kites, which had seized on all his Houses, Shipping, that he had not where to lay his Head, And hath not our King been so served by the crafty Foxes and ambitious Kites, which had seized on all his Houses, Shipping, that he had not where to lay his Head, np1 vhz xx po12 n1 vbn av vvn p-acp dt j n2 cc j n2, r-crq vhd vvn p-acp d po31 n2, n-vvg, cst pns31 vhd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 41 Page 46
497 untill they cut it off, as on that doleful day of January 30. until they Cut it off, as on that doleful day of January 30. c-acp pns32 vvd pn31 a-acp, c-acp p-acp cst j n1 pp-f np1 crd (4) text (DIV1) 41 Page 46
498 Thirdly, Christ was tempted in his necessity to distrust God, to turn stones into bread for his present sustenance, Matt 4.3. Thirdly, christ was tempted in his necessity to distrust God, to turn stones into bred for his present sustenance, Matt 4.3. ord, np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 42 Page 46
499 and hath not our gracious King been so tempted for to seek for contrary means for the sustenance of his body, and hath not our gracious King been so tempted for to seek for contrary means for the sustenance of his body, cc vhz xx po12 j n1 vbn av vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 42 Page 46
500 for to see who would shew him any good, Psal. 6.4. for to see who would show him any good, Psalm 6.4. c-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq vmd vvi pno31 d j, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 42 Page 46
501 Fourthly, Was not Christ accounted a Deceiver of the people, and called a Fellow, and one that had a Devil? John. 8.48. Fourthly, Was not christ accounted a Deceiver of the people, and called a Fellow, and one that had a devil? John. 8.48. ord, vbds xx np1 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd dt n1, cc pi cst vhd dt n1? np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 43 Page 46
502 and hath not our gracious King been so called? Indeed Christ and our King have had alike conditioned enemies, great pretenders to Religion, and hath not our gracious King been so called? Indeed christ and our King have had alike conditioned enemies, great pretenders to Religion, cc vhz xx po12 j n1 vbn av vvn? np1 np1 cc po12 n1 vhb vhn av-j vvn n2, j n2 p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 43 Page 46
503 and in that regard of great repute among the people. Fifthly, Christ was opposed by men of several Sects; and in that regard of great repute among the people. Fifthly, christ was opposed by men of several Sects; cc p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1. ord, np1 vbds vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j n2; (4) text (DIV1) 43 Page 46
504 as by Scribes and Pharisees, and Sadduces, and Herod, and all his spiteful Jews was banded together against Christ, Acts 4.27. and all of them at odds enough among themselves; as by Scribes and Pharisees, and Sadducees, and Herod, and all his spiteful jews was banded together against christ, Acts 4.27. and all of them At odds enough among themselves; c-acp p-acp n2 cc np1, cc np2, cc np1, cc d po31 j np2 vbds vvd av p-acp np1, n2 crd. cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp n2 av-d p-acp px32; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 46
505 so hath our King been assau•ted by men of several opinions, Brownists, Anabaptists, Quakers, Fifth-Monarchy men, and the like, so hath our King been assau•ted by men of several opinions, Brownists, Anabaptists, Quakers, Fifth-monarchy men, and the like, av vhz po12 n1 vbn vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j n2, n2, np1, np1, n1 n2, cc dt j, (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 46
506 and Jews; Nay, Christs enemies hated and abused all that loved him, John 12.10, 11. For they consult how they might k•l Lazarus a so; and jews; Nay, Christ enemies hated and abused all that loved him, John 12.10, 11. For they consult how they might k•l Lazarus a so; cc np2; uh-x, npg1 n2 vvn cc vvn d cst vvd pno31, np1 crd, crd p-acp pns32 vvb c-crq pns32 vmd vvi np1 dt av; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 46
507 because, by reason of him, many did believe on Jesus. Because, by reason of him, many did believe on jesus. c-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f pno31, d vdd vvi p-acp np1. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 46
508 Yea, most urgent were they with Christ, for to deliver his Disciples, to betray them into their hands; Yea, most urgent were they with christ, for to deliver his Disciples, to betray them into their hands; uh, av-ds j vbdr pns32 p-acp np1, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 46
509 but Christ knowing their malice, by no means would do it; but christ knowing their malice, by no means would do it; cc-acp np1 vvg po32 n1, p-acp dx n2 vmd vdi pn31; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
510 for his desire was, his Followers might have their lives spared, saying unto them, I am he, if ye seek me, let these go their way, John 18.8. for his desire was, his Followers might have their lives spared, saying unto them, I am he, if you seek me, let these go their Way, John 18.8. p-acp po31 n1 vbds, po31 n2 vmd vhi po32 n2 vvn, vvg p-acp pno32, pns11 vbm pns31, cs pn22 vvb pno11, vvb d vvi po32 n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
511 And so did our gracious King directly parallel Christ; And so did our gracious King directly parallel christ; cc av vdd po12 j n1 av-j vvi np1; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
512 for all his friends were hated for his sake, and all those that were instrumental of working of a good opinion towards him, were persecuted even unto death: for all his Friends were hated for his sake, and all those that were instrumental of working of a good opinion towards him, were persecuted even unto death: p-acp d po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc d d cst vbdr j pp-f vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno31, vbdr vvn av p-acp n1: (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
513 And they would have had his Majesty to deliver up his Friends into their hands; the which our King, according to Christs example, by no means ought to do. And they would have had his Majesty to deliver up his Friends into their hands; the which our King, according to Christ Exampl, by no means ought to do. cc pns32 vmd vhi vhn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp po32 n2; dt r-crq po12 n1, vvg p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dx n2 vmd pc-acp vdi. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
514 And when they had him in so low a condition, as to put him to death, he made Christs request, that his Friends might be spared: And when they had him in so low a condition, as to put him to death, he made Christ request, that his Friends might be spared: cc c-crq pns32 vhd pno31 p-acp av j dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd npg1 n1, cst po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn: (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
515 No, it would not be granted, it was Royal Blood, and Loyal Blood, and Christian Loyal Blood, which these bloody men thirsted after; No, it would not be granted, it was Royal Blood, and Loyal Blood, and Christian Loyal Blood, which these bloody men thirsted After; uh-dx, pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn, pn31 vbds j n1, cc j n1, cc np1 j n1, r-crq d j n2 vvd a-acp; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
516 and therefore fulfilled was the Prophesie of the Prophet Zachary, Awake, O Sword, against my Shepherd, and Therefore fulfilled was the Prophesy of the Prophet Zachary, Awake, Oh Sword, against my Shepherd, cc av vvn vbds dt vvb pp-f dt n1 np1, vvb, uh n1, p-acp po11 n1, (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
517 and against the man that is my fellow, saith the Lord of Hosts: and against the man that is my fellow, Says the Lord of Hosts: cc p-acp dt n1 cst vbz po11 n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2: (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
518 Smite the Shepherd, and the Sheep shall be scattered, and I will turn mine hand upon the little ones, Zech. 13.7. Matth. 23.31. Smite the Shepherd, and the Sheep shall be scattered, and I will turn mine hand upon the little ones, Zechariah 13.7. Matthew 23.31. vvb dt n1, cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt j pi2, np1 crd. np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
519 For since the Reformation, in the Reign of Edward the Sixth, of blessed memory, the second year, both Kings, Queens, For since the Reformation, in the Reign of Edward the Sixth, of blessed memory, the second year, both Kings, Queen's, p-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt vvi pp-f np1 dt ord, pp-f j-vvn n1, dt ord n1, d n2, n2, (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
520 and Priests, and all Loyal People, have come out of great tribulation, and have washed their Robes, and Priests, and all Loyal People, have come out of great tribulation, and have washed their Robes, cc n2, cc d j n1, vhb vvn av pp-f j n1, cc vhb vvn po32 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 47
521 and made them white in the blood of the Lamb, Rev. 2.9, 10, 11. for the Lord hath given salvation unto his King; and made them white in the blood of the Lamb, Rev. 2.9, 10, 11. for the Lord hath given salvation unto his King; cc vvd pno32 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd, crd, crd p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
522 and he hath delivered our gracious King Charles the Second from the Sword of strange Children, Psal. 144.10.11. which makes good the Text, of Mercy and Judgement; and he hath Delivered our gracious King Charles the Second from the Sword of strange Children, Psalm 144.10.11. which makes good the Text, of Mercy and Judgement; cc pns31 vhz vvn po12 j n1 np1 dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd. r-crq vvz j dt n1, pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
523 For the Lord saith, Misericordiam & veritatem diligit Dominus, God loveth Mercy and Truth; For the Lord Says, Misericordiam & veritatem diligit Dominus, God loves Mercy and Truth; c-acp dt n1 vvz, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 vvz n1 cc n1; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
524 For mercy and truth have met together, and righteousness and peace have kissed each other, Psal. 85.10. For mercy and truth have met together, and righteousness and peace have kissed each other, Psalm 85.10. p-acp n1 cc n1 vhb vvn av, cc n1 cc n1 vhb vvn d n-jn, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
525 As the Prophet Jeremiah saith, O L•rd, correct me but with judgement, not in anger, lest we be consumed; As the Prophet Jeremiah Says, Oh L•rd, correct me but with judgement, not in anger, lest we be consumed; p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz, uh n1, vvb pno11 cc-acp p-acp n1, xx p-acp n1, cs pns12 vbb vvn; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
526 and because his compassions fail not, Jer. 10.24. And it is the Lords mercy, that we are not consumed, Lam. 3.22. and therefore let us repent, and our former wickedness shall be forgotten, Acts 3.19. for the Lord loves Mercy and Judgement together; and Because his compassions fail not, Jer. 10.24. And it is the lords mercy, that we Are not consumed, Lam. 3.22. and Therefore let us Repent, and our former wickedness shall be forgotten, Acts 3.19. for the Lord loves Mercy and Judgement together; cc c-acp po31 n2 vvb xx, np1 crd. cc pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1, cst pns12 vbr xx vvn, np1 crd. cc av vvb pno12 vvi, cc po12 j n1 vmb vbi vvn, n2 crd. p-acp dt n1 vvz n1 cc n1 av; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
527 that is, I will not presume of thy me•cy, nor will I fear thy judgements, nor will I despair of thy mercy, but love thy judgements; that is, I will not presume of thy me•cy, nor will I Fear thy Judgments, nor will I despair of thy mercy, but love thy Judgments; d vbz, pns11 vmb xx vvi pp-f po21 n1, ccx vmb pns11 vvb po21 n2, ccx vmb pns11 vvb pp-f po21 n1, cc-acp vvb po21 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
528 for the fear of Gods judgements is always to be joyned with our confidence in Gods mercy: for the Fear of God's Judgments is always to be joined with our confidence in God's mercy: p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp npg1 n1: (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
529 For he loveth righteousness and judgement, Psal. 33.5. For he loves righteousness and judgement, Psalm 33.5. c-acp pns31 vvz n1 cc n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
530 For with a Sonlike fear he loveth his Saints, and his best Saints love gentle correction; For with a Sonlike Fear he loves his Saints, and his best Saints love gentle correction; p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz po31 n2, cc po31 js n2 vvb j n1; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
531 for the Lord loveth whom he chastiseth, Heb. 12.7, 8, 9. And therefore for to draw to a conclusion, the Scripture describeth them which fear God, for the Lord loves whom he Chastiseth, Hebrew 12.7, 8, 9. And Therefore for to draw to a conclusion, the Scripture Describeth them which Fear God, p-acp dt n1 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd, crd, crd cc av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvz pno32 r-crq n1 np1, (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
532 and they will keep his Commandments; for his Commandments are not grievous, 1 John 5.3. and the•efore God saith, My Son, fear thou the Lord, and the King, and meddle not with them that are given to change; and they will keep his commandments; for his commandments Are not grievous, 1 John 5.3. and the•efore God Says, My Son, Fear thou the Lord, and the King, and meddle not with them that Are given to change; cc pns32 vmb vvi po31 n2; p-acp po31 n2 vbr xx j, vvn np1 crd. cc av np1 vvz, po11 n1, vvb pns21 dt n1, cc dt n1, cc vvb xx p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 48
533 for their calamity shall rise suddenly, and who knows the ruine of them both? Prov. 24.21, 22. Beloved, warning is here given to every one, for their calamity shall rise suddenly, and who knows the ruin of them both? Curae 24.21, 22. beloved, warning is Here given to every one, p-acp po32 n1 vmb vvi av-j, cc r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f pno32 d? np1 crd, crd j-vvn, n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d crd, (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 49
534 as well High as Low, for to love the Lord and the King; to fear and reverence him in heart, and obey him indeed, and God in him. as well High as Low, for to love the Lord and the King; to Fear and Reverence him in heart, and obey him indeed, and God in him. c-acp av j c-acp j, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1; pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc vvi pno31 av, cc np1 p-acp pno31. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 49
535 Honour and obey the King, the chief Ruler, as the Head, next under the Lord God, together with his under Officers, Honour and obey the King, the chief Ruler, as the Head, next under the Lord God, together with his under Officers, n1 cc vvi dt n1, dt j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1, ord p-acp dt n1 np1, av p-acp po31 p-acp n2, (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 49
536 and meddle not with them that are given to change: and meddle not with them that Are given to change: cc vvb xx p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi: (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 49
537 Be not in company with any that vary from the holy Laws of God, concerning Religion; Be not in company with any that vary from the holy Laws of God, Concerning Religion; vbb xx p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, vvg n1; (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 49
538 or the wholsome Laws of Princes, touching Policy; or as seek to change them, to stir up Rebellion, or establish their own fancy. or the wholesome Laws of Princes, touching Policy; or as seek to change them, to stir up Rebellion, or establish their own fancy. cc dt j n2 pp-f n2, vvg n1; cc p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi a-acp n1, cc vvi po32 d n1. (4) text (DIV1) 44 Page 49
539 Against this Divine Charge or Precept, two sorts of people offend, who will seem to be great observers thereof. Against this Divine Charge or Precept, two sorts of people offend, who will seem to be great observers thereof. p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1, crd n2 pp-f n1 vvi, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j n2 av. (4) text (DIV1) 45 Page 49
540 The first are they, who will pretend to give unto Caesar that which is Caesars, but give not unto God that which is Gods: The First Are they, who will pretend to give unto Caesar that which is Caesars, but give not unto God that which is God's: dt ord vbr pns32, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cst r-crq vbz npg1, p-acp vvi xx p-acp np1 cst r-crq vbz npg1: (4) text (DIV1) 46 Page 49
541 For although they pay tribute to the King, or observe some of his positive Laws, For although they pay tribute to the King, or observe Some of his positive Laws, c-acp cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb d pp-f po31 j n2, (4) text (DIV1) 46 Page 49
542 yet they break the Laws of God in teaching false Doctrines, as the holy Apostle calls it, The Doctrine of Devils, forbidding to marry, and the like, in 1 Tim. 4.1, 2, 3, 4. yet they break the Laws of God in teaching false Doctrines, as the holy Apostle calls it, The Doctrine of Devils, forbidding to marry, and the like, in 1 Tim. 4.1, 2, 3, 4. av pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg j n2, c-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31, dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg pc-acp vvi, cc dt j, p-acp crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd (4) text (DIV1) 46 Page 49
543 And the second are they, who, concerning the Exercises of Religion, or Sanctification of the Lords Day, will pretend they give unto God, the things that are Gods; And the second Are they, who, Concerning the Exercises of Religion, or Sanctification of the lords Day, will pretend they give unto God, the things that Are God's; cc dt ord vbr pns32, r-crq, vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, vmb vvi pns32 vvb p-acp np1, dt n2 cst vbr n2; (4) text (DIV1) 47 Page 50
544 but withal, they give not unto Caesar, that which is Caesars; for they refuse to pay duties to the King, but withal, they give not unto Caesar, that which is Caesars; for they refuse to pay duties to the King, cc-acp av, pns32 vvb xx p-acp np1, cst r-crq vbz npg1; p-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, (4) text (DIV1) 47 Page 50
545 and deny their Oath of Allegiance and Supremacy, 1 Pet. 2.13. and deny their Oath of Allegiance and Supremacy, 1 Pet. 2.13. cc vvi po32 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, crd np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 47 Page 50
546 Or they take up Arms against him, and will not be subject to his good Laws, Or they take up Arms against him, and will not be Subject to his good Laws, cc pns32 vvb a-acp n2 p-acp pno31, cc vmb xx vbi j-jn p-acp po31 j n2, (4) text (DIV1) 47 Page 50
547 but rather seek to change them. But here is a Question may be demanded: What if the King command things contrary to the Laws of God? but rather seek to change them. But Here is a Question may be demanded: What if the King command things contrary to the Laws of God? cc-acp av-c vvb pc-acp vvi pno32. p-acp av vbz dt n1 vmb vbi vvn: r-crq cs dt n1 vvb n2 j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? (4) text (DIV1) 47 Page 50
548 The Answer hereunto is, The rule of the holy Apostle is to be put in practise, who teach, That it is better to obey God then man, Act. 4.29, 30. Albeit in these Cases every soul is so to obey God, The Answer hereunto is, The Rule of the holy Apostle is to be put in practice, who teach, That it is better to obey God then man, Act. 4.29, 30. Albeit in these Cases every soul is so to obey God, dt n1 av vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, r-crq vvb, cst pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi np1 av n1, n1 crd, crd cs p-acp d n2 d n1 vbz av pc-acp vvi np1, (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
549 as still he must be subject to the King, or any that are sent by him, as still he must be Subject to the King, or any that Are sent by him, c-acp av pns31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1, cc d cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31, (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
550 for the punishment of evil doers, or for the praise of them that do well, 1 Pet. 2.13, 14. as the honouring the Kings Majesty, the reverencing of his Officers, for the punishment of evil doers, or for the praise of them that do well, 1 Pet. 2.13, 14. as the honouring the Kings Majesty, the reverencing of his Officers, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb av, vvn np1 crd, crd p-acp dt vvg dt ng1 n1, dt vvg pp-f po31 n2, (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
551 and the not resisting of his Authority; the which if they do, They will receive damnation to themselves, Rom. 13.2. and the not resisting of his authority; the which if they do, They will receive damnation to themselves, Rom. 13.2. cc av xx vvg pp-f po31 n1; dt r-crq cs pns32 vdb, pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp px32, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
552 And there is great Cause not to meddle with Rebels, seeing such great judgement, without mercy from God or Man, be the end of it, And there is great Cause not to meddle with Rebels, seeing such great judgement, without mercy from God or Man, be the end of it, cc pc-acp vbz j n1 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, vvg d j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, vbb dt n1 pp-f pn31, (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
553 although the Text be Mercy and Judgement. although the Text be Mercy and Judgement. cs dt n1 vbb n1 cc n1. (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
554 But if so be you will, dearly beloved Christians, remember the words of Saint Peter, Honour all Men, love the Brotherhood, fear God, honour the King, 1 Pet. 2.17. But if so be you will, dearly Beloved Christians, Remember the words of Saint Peter, Honour all Men, love the Brotherhood, Fear God, honour the King, 1 Pet. 2.17. p-acp cs av vbb pn22 vmb, av-jn vvn np1, vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 np1, vvb d n2, vvb dt n1, vvb np1, vvb dt n1, vvn np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
555 And he that hath this fear of, and honouring his King, will expell all sin; And he that hath this Fear of, and honouring his King, will expel all since; cc pns31 cst vhz d n1 pp-f, cc vvg po31 n1, vmb vvi d n1; (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 50
556 he that hath this love of God and the King, he will neglect nothing that is good, but will do good unto all men, Gal. 6.10. and the Lord will prepare their hearts and souls, and sanctifie them, and fulfil all their desires; he that hath this love of God and the King, he will neglect nothing that is good, but will do good unto all men, Gal. 6.10. and the Lord will prepare their hearts and Souls, and sanctify them, and fulfil all their Desires; pns31 cst vhz d n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pix cst vbz j, p-acp vmb vdi j p-acp d n2, np1 crd. cc dt n1 vmb vvi po32 n2 cc n2, cc vvi pno32, cc vvi d po32 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 51
557 For he fulfils the desires of them that fear him, Psal. 145.19. Luke 1.50. And this is the true description of fearing the Lord and the King, Prov. 24.21. This is the description of that fear which is so much commended and commanded, in every part and parcel of Gods holy Word; For he fulfils the Desires of them that Fear him, Psalm 145.19. Luke 1.50. And this is the true description of fearing the Lord and the King, Curae 24.21. This is the description of that Fear which is so much commended and commanded, in every part and parcel of God's holy Word; c-acp pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31, np1 crd. np1 crd. cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 cc dt n1, np1 crd. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz av av-d vvn cc vvn, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 j n1; (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 51
558 for it is the Fountain of Life, Prov. 14.27. He that hath this fear, the Scripture saith is happy, Happy is the man that feareth the Lord and the King, for God calleth him his Son, Prov. 24.21. for he placeth his mind upon all his Commandments, Psal. 1.12. Again, The man that feareth the Lord and the King, the Lord God hath prepared great multitudes of sweetness for them, Psal. 125.1. God hath purchased them an heavenly inheritance, and is as mercifull to them, as a Father is to his own Children, Psal. 1.3, 10, 11, 12, 13. This fear had holy Job, when he said to God, I fear and am afraid of all my sorrowes; for it is the Fountain of Life, Curae 14.27. He that hath this Fear, the Scripture Says is happy, Happy is the man that fears the Lord and the King, for God calls him his Son, Curae 24.21. for he places his mind upon all his commandments, Psalm 1.12. Again, The man that fears the Lord and the King, the Lord God hath prepared great Multitudes of sweetness for them, Psalm 125.1. God hath purchased them an heavenly inheritance, and is as merciful to them, as a Father is to his own Children, Psalm 1.3, 10, 11, 12, 13. This Fear had holy Job, when he said to God, I Fear and am afraid of all my sorrows; p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. pns31 cst vhz d n1, dt n1 vvz vbz j, j vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp np1 vvz pno31 po31 n1, np1 crd. c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d po31 n2, np1 crd. av, dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 np1 vhz vvn j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno32 dt j n1, cc vbz a-acp j p-acp pno32, c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 d n2, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd d n1 vhd j np1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, pns11 vvb cc vbm j pp-f d po11 n2; (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 51
559 For he yieldeth the reason thereof, Job 9.22. and the 28. and we shall all come together in judgement, in verse 30. 2 Cor. 5.10. This fear lacked the disobedient, of whom the Lord is known by the judgement which he executeth on the souls of them which he casts into Hell for the sin of disobedience, Mat. 10.28, 29. 2 Pet. 2.4. for tush, say they, God will not take account of our doings. For he yieldeth the reason thereof, Job 9.22. and the 28. and we shall all come together in judgement, in verse 30. 2 Cor. 5.10. This Fear lacked the disobedient, of whom the Lord is known by the judgement which he Executeth on the Souls of them which he Cast into Hell for the since of disobedience, Mathew 10.28, 29. 2 Pet. 2.4. for tush, say they, God will not take account of our doings. c-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 av, np1 crd. cc dt crd cc pns12 vmb d vvi av p-acp n1, p-acp n1 crd crd np1 crd. d n1 vvd dt j, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd, crd crd np1 crd. p-acp uh, vvb pns32, np1 vmb xx vvi n1 pp-f po12 n2-vdg. (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 51
560 Beloved, It is a great wickedness and a great provoking o• Gods anger against them every day, Psal. 7.11. beloved, It is a great wickedness and a great provoking o• God's anger against them every day, Psalm 7.11. j-vvn, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc dt j j-vvg n1 npg1 n1 p-acp pno32 d n1, np1 crd. (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 52
561 for to take ••e half of Gods Nature from him, which is to make him merciful without Judgement, for to take ••e half of God's Nature from him, which is to make him merciful without Judgement, c-acp pc-acp vvi av av-jn pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 j p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 52
562 and for to live so, as though God will no• take account of our Life; and for to live so, as though God will no• take account of our Life; cc p-acp pc-acp vvi av, c-acp cs np1 vmb n1 vvi n1 pp-f po12 n1; (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 52
563 whereas he professet• most earnestly to the contrary, that he will hav• an account at the Day of Judgement for every idle word, Matth. 12.36. and then the wicked shall be turned into Hell, and all the Nations that forget God, Psal. 9.17. but the Lord heareth the desire of the humble, and will prepar• their heart and his ear to hear their prayers Psal. 10.17. and he will say unto them, Come y• blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingome prepare• for you from the foundation of the world, Mat 25.34 for the Text is Mercy and Judgement too. whereas he professet• most earnestly to the contrary, that he will hav• an account At the Day of Judgement for every idle word, Matthew 12.36. and then the wicked shall be turned into Hell, and all the nations that forget God, Psalm 9.17. but the Lord hears the desire of the humble, and will prepar• their heart and his ear to hear their Prayers Psalm 10.17. and he will say unto them, Come y• blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepare• for you from the Foundation of the world, Mathew 25.34 for the Text is Mercy and Judgement too. cs pns31 n1 av-ds av-j p-acp dt n-jn, cst pns31 vmb n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1, np1 crd. cc av dt j vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc d dt n2 cst vvb np1, np1 crd. cc-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc vmb n1 po32 n1 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 np1 crd. cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, vvb n1 vvn pp-f po11 n1, vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd p-acp dt n1 vbz n1 cc n1 av. (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 52
564 An• thus have I passed over my five Circumstance• An• thus have I passed over my five Circumstance• n1 av vhb pns11 vvn p-acp po11 crd np1 (4) text (DIV1) 49 Page 52
565 And it is to be noted, that as often as Master Rayner preached this Sermon in a Church, he caused this Psalm the Second Part, to be sung Memento Domini, 132. The Lord to David swore in truth, And it is to be noted, that as often as Master Rayner preached this Sermon in a Church, he caused this Psalm the Second Part, to be sung Memento Domini, 132. The Lord to David swore in truth, cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst c-acp av c-acp n1 np1 vvd d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd d n1 dt ord n1, pc-acp vbi vvn n1 fw-la, crd dt n1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp n1, (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 52
566 And will not shrink from it: Saying, the fruit of thy body Upon thy seat shall sit. And will not shrink from it: Saying, the fruit of thy body Upon thy seat shall fit. cc vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31: vvg, dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1 vmb vvi. (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 52
567 And if thy Sons my Covenant keep, That I shall learn each one: Then shall thy Sons for ever sit Upon thy Princely Throne. And if thy Sons my Covenant keep, That I shall Learn each one: Then shall thy Sons for ever fit Upon thy Princely Throne. cc cs po21 n2 po11 n1 vvi, cst pns11 vmb vvi d pi: av vmb po21 n2 c-acp av vvi p-acp po21 j n1. (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 53
568 The Lord himself hath chosen Sion, And loves therein to dwell: Saying, this is my Resting place, I love and like it well. The Lord himself hath chosen Sion, And loves therein to dwell: Saying, this is my Resting place, I love and like it well. dt n1 px31 vhz vvn np1, cc vvz av pc-acp vvi: vvg, d vbz po11 j-vvg n1, pns11 vvb cc vvb pn31 av. (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 53
569 And I will bless with great increase, Her victuals every where: And I will bless with great increase, Her victuals every where: cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j n1, po31 n2 d c-crq: (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 53
570 And I will satisfie with bread, The needy that be there Yea, I will deck and clothe her Priests With my salvation: And I will satisfy with bred, The needy that be there Yea, I will deck and cloth her Priests With my salvation: cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, dt j cst vbb a-acp uh, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp po11 n1: (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 53
571 And all h•• Saints shall sing for joy Of my Protection. There will I surely make the horn Of David for to bud: And all h•• Saints shall sing for joy Of my Protection. There will I surely make the horn Of David for to bud: cc d n1 n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po11 n1. pc-acp vmb pns11 av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pc-acp vvi: (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 53
572 For there I have ordain'd for mine A lantern bright and good. As for his enemies, I will clothe With shame for evermore: For there I have ordained for mine A lantern bright and good. As for his enemies, I will cloth With shame for evermore: c-acp a-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp png11 dt n1 j cc j. p-acp p-acp po31 n2, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 c-acp av: (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 53
573 But I will cause his Crown to shine More fresh then heretofore. Amen, Amen. FINIS. Pro nobis, Quis? But I will cause his Crown to shine More fresh then heretofore. Amen, Amen. FINIS. Pro nobis, Quis? cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc j cs av. uh-n, uh-n. fw-la. np1 fw-la, fw-la? (4) text (DIV1) 50 Page 53

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332 0 We must not curse the King, no not in our thoughts, Heb. 10.28. Nor think evil of any Superiour, Job 34.18. Exod. 22.28. Nor of the Church, Act. 23.5. Num. 16.11. We must not curse the King, no not in our thoughts, Hebrew 10.28. Nor think evil of any Superior, Job 34.18. Exod 22.28. Nor of the Church, Act. 23.5. Num. 16.11. pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1, uh-dx xx p-acp po12 n2, np1 crd. ccx vvb j-jn pp-f d j-jn, np1 crd. np1 crd. ccx pp-f dt n1, n1 crd. np1 crd.