The vanity of the dissenters plea for their separation from the Church of England a sermon preached before the King at Windsor, September the 10th. 1682 / by Robert Creyghton ...

Creighton, Robert, 1593-1672
Publisher: Printed by J Wallis for Benj Tooke
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1682
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A34955 ESTC ID: R34843 STC ID: C6876
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Corinthians, 1st, I, 10; Dissenters, Religious; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 1 COR. 1. 10. Now I beseech you brethren by the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all spake the same thing, 1 COR. 1. 10. Now I beseech you brothers by the Name of our Lord jesus christ, that you all spoke the same thing, vvn fw-la. crd crd av pns11 vvb pn22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, cst pn22 d vvd dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 and that there be no divisions among you: and that there be no divisions among you: cc cst pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
2 but that ye be perfectly joyned together in the same mind, and in the same judgement. WHAT! but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind, and in the same judgement. WHAT! cc-acp cst pn22 vbb av-j vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp dt d n1. q-crq! (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
3 the great Apostle stoop so low as to beseech! and so passionately too, by the Name of our Lord and Saviour Christ. the great Apostle stoop so low as to beseech! and so passionately too, by the Name of our Lord and Saviour christ. dt j n1 vvi av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi! cc av av-j av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
4 Be the People never so impatient, boyl and toss and roar like a raging Sea, sure here's Charm enough to strike the World immediately into a Calm. Beseech! 'tis tantamount to a Command: Be the People never so impatient, boil and toss and roar like a raging Sea, sure here's Charm enough to strike the World immediately into a Cam. Beseech! it's tantamount to a Command: vbb dt n1 av-x av j, vvb cc vvi cc vvi av-j dt j-vvg n1, av-j av|vbz n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j p-acp dt j-jn. vvb! pn31|vbz vvb p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
5 he beseeches by a Name that cannot but prevail, a Name whom Storm and Tempest it self must Obey. he Beseeches by a Name that cannot but prevail, a Name whom Storm and Tempest it self must Obey. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vmbx cc-acp vvi, dt n1 r-crq n1 cc n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
6 But beseech or command, 'tis all one: the World is deaf to all such Charms, to all such Commands. But beseech or command, it's all one: the World is deaf to all such Charms, to all such Commands. cc-acp vvb cc vvi, pn31|vbz d pi: dt n1 vbz j p-acp d d n2, p-acp d d vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
7 Be joyn'd together in the same and in the same judgement! and NONLATINALPHABET too, united in a beautiful Order and Symmetry of parts? alass when will this be? Epicurus his Atoms will as soon by cross interfering motions, weave themselves into a beautiful System of a World, Be joined together in the same and in the same judgement! and too, united in a beautiful Order and Symmetry of parts? alas when will this be? Epicurus his Atoms will as soon by cross interfering motions, weave themselves into a beautiful System of a World, vbb vvn av p-acp dt d cc p-acp dt d n1! cc av, vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2? uh q-crq vmb d vbi? npg1 po31 n2 vmb a-acp av p-acp j j-vvg n2, vvi px32 p-acp dt j fw-la pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
8 as mens thoughts, variously cross and running counter, unite in one Discipline, one Doctrine, one Church. as men's thoughts, variously cross and running counter, unite in one Discipline, one Doctrine, one Church. c-acp ng2 n2, av-j j cc j-vvg n1, vvb p-acp crd n1, crd n1, crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
9 We shall never see Peace, so long as there are rough uneven tempers in the World, We shall never see Peace, so long as there Are rough uneven tempers in the World, pns12 vmb av-x vvi n1, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vbr j j n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
10 as unfit for Societies, as some rough unhew'n Stones, or knotty crooked pieces of Timber, unfit for Building. as unfit for Societies, as Some rough unhewn Stones, or knotty crooked Pieces of Timber, unfit for Building. c-acp j c-acp n2, c-acp d j j n2, cc j j n2 pp-f n1, j p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
11 There are certain tempers naturally sour enough to break through Mountains and Rocks like Hanibal 's vinegar, There Are certain tempers naturally sour enough to break through Mountains and Rocks like Hannibal is vinegar, pc-acp vbr j n2 av-j j av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2 av-j np1 vbz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
12 and to dissolve the firmest Foundations of Government and Order. and to dissolve the firmest Foundations of Government and Order. cc pc-acp vvi dt js n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
13 And there is especially a Pharisaical Leven sour enough, to put whole Societies and Kingdoms into a perfect fermentation. And there is especially a Pharisaical Leven sour enough, to put Whole Societies and Kingdoms into a perfect fermentation. cc pc-acp vbz av-j dt j crd j av-d, pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
14 We shall never be all alike, till the different humors of our several constitutions be quite spent, We shall never be all alike, till the different humours of our several constitutions be quite spent, pns12 vmb av-x vbi d av, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 j n2 vbb av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
15 and we are mouldred away in our Graves to rotten Bones and Skulls; and we Are mouldered away in our Graves to rotten Bones and Skulls; cc pns12 vbr j-vvn av p-acp po12 n2 p-acp j-vvn n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
16 then and not till then exactly all alike with half noses, hollow-ey'd, and grinning, as Lucian describes Skulls of Wise-men, Mad-men, Fools, Cynicks, Politicians, Hero's, Beggers, blended together in Charnel Houses. But especially in Religion, men never yet wanted pretences to disagree: then and not till then exactly all alike with half noses, hollow-eyed, and grinning, as Lucian describes Skulls of Wise men, Madmen, Fools, Cynics, Politicians, Hero's, Beggars, blended together in Charnel Houses. But especially in Religion, men never yet wanted pretences to disagree: av cc xx c-acp av av-j av-d av-j p-acp j-jn n2, j, cc vvg, c-acp np1 vvz n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, vvd av p-acp n1 n2. cc-acp av-j p-acp n1, n2 av-x av vvd n2 pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
17 Cain and Abel, though Brothers, agree not in the same kinds of Sacrifices. Contention once intruded into Heaven amongst the Gods, that's Romance; Cain and Abel, though Brother's, agree not in the same Kinds of Sacrifices. Contention once intruded into Heaven among the God's, that's Romance; np1 cc np1, cs n2, vvb xx p-acp dt d n2 pp-f n2. n1 a-acp vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, d|vbz n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
18 but 'tis too true, she hath more than once intruded into the Church, a bold and troublesome Guest. but it's too true, she hath more than once intruded into the Church, a bold and troublesome Guest. cc-acp pn31|vbz av j, pns31 vhz dc cs a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
19 What? and will Religion then, Religion, which is or should be the very Bond and Cement of Societies, will that also crumble us to pieces? Nay then there's little hope of Unity in this World. What? and will Religion then, Religion, which is or should be the very Bound and Cement of Societies, will that also crumble us to Pieces? Nay then there's little hope of Unity in this World. q-crq? cc vmb n1 av, n1, r-crq vbz cc vmd vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vmb d av vvb pno12 p-acp n2? uh-x av pc-acp|vbz j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
20 Our Corinthians divide upon pretences specious enough, even of honouring some Apollos, others Paul, others Cephas. The least pretence of dividing will serve the turn, Our Corinthians divide upon pretences specious enough, even of honouring Some Apollos, Others Paul, Others Cephas. The least pretence of dividing will serve the turn, po12 np1 vvb p-acp n2 j av-d, av pp-f vvg d np1, n2-jn np1, n2-jn np1. dt ds n1 pp-f n-vvg vmb vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
21 when men are resolved to be quarrelsome: when men Are resolved to be quarrelsome: c-crq n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
22 especially in Citties of great Trade, such as Corinth was, the Metropolis of Achaia, Rich, Populous, and Proud: especially in Cities of great Trade, such as Corinth was, the Metropolis of Achaia, Rich, Populous, and Proud: av-j p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, d c-acp np1 vbds, dt n1 pp-f np1, j, j, cc j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
23 where, as they Traffick'd with Forreigners, Goods for Goods; where, as they Trafficked with Foreigners, Goods for Goods; c-crq, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp n2, n2-j p-acp n2-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
24 So they seem to have barter'd Religion for Religion too, the Seller basely prostituting his judgement to the Buyers, either Heresie or Schism, to set off Goods the better, and to advance Trade. So they seem to have bartered Religion for Religion too, the Seller basely prostituting his judgement to the Buyers, either Heresy or Schism, to Set off Goods the better, and to advance Trade. av pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp n1 av, dt n1 av-j vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, d n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp n2-j dt jc, cc pc-acp vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
25 Our Apostle St. Paul, though by degrees he deals very plainly with these Corinthians, yet at the beginning of his persuasive to Unity, he deals with them with all the tenderness immaginable. Our Apostle Saint Paul, though by Degrees he deals very plainly with these Corinthians, yet At the beginning of his persuasive to Unity, he deals with them with all the tenderness imaginable. po12 n1 n1 np1, cs p-acp n2 pns31 vvz av av-j p-acp d np1, av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp d dt n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
26 But what shall we do now? our modern Shismaticks are grown so stiff and stubborn, that 'tis to little purpose to Entreat them. But what shall we do now? our modern Schismatics Are grown so stiff and stubborn, that it's to little purpose to Entreat them. cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vdi av? po12 j n2-jn vbr vvn av j cc j, cst pn31|vbz p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
27 Begg or Command, Weep or Thunder, 'tis all one; they are inexorable, they are inflexible. Beg or Command, Weep or Thunder, it's all one; they Are inexorable, they Are inflexible. vvb cc vvi, vvb cc n1, pn31|vbz d pi; pns32 vbr j, pns32 vbr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
28 If the Mercy of God in settling Religion here upon so good grounds, by so legal and warrantable methods, according to the model of the Primimitive Church; If the Mercy of God in settling Religion Here upon so good grounds, by so Legal and warrantable methods, according to the model of the Primimitive Church; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n1 av p-acp av j n2, p-acp av j cc j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
29 if the Bloud of our Late Dread Sovereign, the Church of Englands Martyr; if this King's incomparable Clemency can prevail nothing; if the Blood of our Late Dread Sovereign, the Church of Englands Martyr; if this King's incomparable Clemency can prevail nothing; cs dt n1 pp-f po12 j j j-jn, dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb; cs d ng1 j n1 vmb vvi pix; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
30 all the Passion of our Sacred Oratour St. Paul, is utterly cast away. all the Passion of our Sacred Orator Saint Paul, is utterly cast away. d dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 n1 np1, vbz av-j vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
31 They have been gently dealt with these many years, and they are but the more hardned in the Schism. They have been gently dealt with these many Years, and they Are but the more hardened in the Schism. pns32 vhb vbn av-j vvn p-acp d d n2, cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
32 The warm Sunbeams will sometimes but harden that Clay, which heavier Storms may soften and make pliable to the Government. The warm Sunbeams will sometime but harden that Clay, which Heavier Storms may soften and make pliable to the Government. dt j n2 vmb av cc-acp vvi d n1, r-crq jc n2 vmb vvi cc vvi j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
33 But I must remember the Apostles condescension, I must remember his pitty, and his good nature, But I must Remember the Apostles condescension, I must Remember his pity, and his good nature, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi dt n2 n1, pns11 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
34 and with all the moderation I can, endeavour to remove some of the prejudices they have taken up against this Church. and with all the moderation I can, endeavour to remove Some of the prejudices they have taken up against this Church. cc p-acp d dt n1 pns11 vmb, vvb pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
35 And I must be so far free with them as to charge them with the following Mistakes, three especially, the ground of all the rest; And I must be so Far free with them as to charge them with the following Mistakes, three especially, the ground of all the rest; cc pns11 vmb vbi av av-j j p-acp pno32 c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j-vvg n2, crd av-j, dt n1 pp-f d dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
36 A false Notion of Christian Liberty: A false Notion of Tender Conscience: A false Notion of the Nature and Measures of a Due Reformation. A false Notion of Christian Liberty: A false Notion of Tender Conscience: A false Notion of the Nature and Measures of a Due Reformation. dt j n1 pp-f njp n1: dt j n1 pp-f j n1: dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
37 First, A false Notion of Christian Liberty. The Church, we apprehend, hath a Liberty infeoffed in Her to determine this way or that in matters of Decency and Order. First, A false Notion of Christian Liberty. The Church, we apprehend, hath a Liberty enfeoffed in Her to determine this Way or that in matters of Decency and Order. ord, dt j n1 pp-f njp n1. dt n1, pns12 vvb, vhz dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc cst p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
38 If this be the Churches Prerogative, conveyed to her by Scripture, particularly that of the Apostle, Let all things be done Decently and in Order; If this be the Churches Prerogative, conveyed to her by Scripture, particularly that of the Apostle, Let all things be done Decently and in Order; cs d vbb dt ng1 n1, vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, av-j d pp-f dt n1, vvb d n2 vbb vdn av-j cc p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
39 it is certainly my Christian Liberty to Obey, warranted and secured to me virtually by the same Scripture. it is Certainly my Christian Liberty to Obey, warranted and secured to me virtually by the same Scripture. pn31 vbz av-j po11 np1 n1 pc-acp vvi, j-vvn cc vvn p-acp pno11 av-j p-acp dt d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
40 When I am satisfied in Conscience that the Church maintains the Faith, sound in all the Doctrines she professes (which to say truth are the proper Objects about which Conscience acts) 'tis my Priviledge to be govern'd by her in other matters of less moment, which do not directly and immediately concern Conscience farther then as a general Rule of Charity obliges me to obey. When I am satisfied in Conscience that the Church maintains the Faith, found in all the Doctrines she Professes (which to say truth Are the proper Objects about which Conscience acts) it's my Privilege to be governed by her in other matters of less moment, which do not directly and immediately concern Conscience farther then as a general Rule of Charity obliges me to obey. c-crq pns11 vbm vvn p-acp n1 cst dt n1 vvz dt n1, j p-acp d dt n2 pns31 vvz (r-crq pc-acp vvi n1 vbr dt j n2 p-acp r-crq n1 vvz) pn31|vbz po11 n1 p-acp vbb vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dc n1, r-crq vdb xx av-j cc av-j vvi n1 av-jc cs p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno11 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
41 For as the Apostles leaving out particulars, there is a general Warrant for the Church to Prescribe; For as the Apostles leaving out particulars, there is a general Warrant for the Church to Prescribe; p-acp p-acp dt n2 vvg av n2-j, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
42 so is it a Warrant to me, who am a member of an Orthodox, Visible Church-branch of Christs Holy Catholick Church, to submit to that which makes it a Visible Church, I mean Government and Order. so is it a Warrant to me, who am a member of an Orthodox, Visible Church-branch of Christ Holy Catholic Church, to submit to that which makes it a Visible Church, I mean Government and Order. av vbz pn31 dt vvb p-acp pno11, q-crq vbm dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j n1 pp-f npg1 j njp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vvz pn31 dt j n1, pns11 vvb n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
43 So that the Schismatick is so far wide in his Notion of Liberty, that if I refuse to obey, I in a manner fell away my Christian birth-right, So that the Schismatic is so Far wide in his Notion of Liberty, that if I refuse to obey, I in a manner fell away my Christian birthright, av cst dt n-jn vbz av av-j j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, cst cs pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, pns11 p-acp dt n1 vvd av po11 np1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
44 and basely betray my own Liberty. and basely betray my own Liberty. cc av-j vvi po11 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
45 For tho' we have often heard much talk to little purpose of Christian Liberty, yet as the Apostle uses the word Liberty, we are able to understand no morethan this, that Christians under the Gospel are redeemed from the bondage of the Law. For though we have often herd much talk to little purpose of Christian Liberty, yet as the Apostle uses the word Liberty, we Are able to understand no morethan this, that Christians under the Gospel Are redeemed from the bondage of the Law. p-acp cs pns12 vhb av vvn d n1 p-acp j n1 pp-f njp n1, av p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dx fw-ge d, cst np1 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
46 So that I am at perfect Liberty to be Govern'd by a Christian Church, the Obligation to the Mosaick Law being cancell'd. So that I am At perfect Liberty to be Governed by a Christian Church, the Obligation to the Mosaic Law being canceled. av cst pns11 vbm p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt njp n1, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbg vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
47 Else there would be a Visible Church-Government in general Terms, settled upon the Apostles Successors, without Obedience to that Government, which is an absurd Chimera. Else there would be a Visible Church-Government in general Terms, settled upon the Apostles Successors, without obedience to that Government, which is an absurd Chimera. av a-acp vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp j n2, vvn p-acp dt n2 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
48 Now then if the Schismatick tell us, his Conscience will not suffer him to submit; where then is his Liberty of Conscience? who put those Fetters upon his Conscience, but himself; Now then if the Schismatic tell us, his Conscience will not suffer him to submit; where then is his Liberty of Conscience? who put those Fetters upon his Conscience, but himself; av av cs dt n-jn vvn pno12, po31 n1 vmb xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi; c-crq av vbz po31 n1 pp-f n1? r-crq vvd d n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp px31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
49 what Cyclops made those Fetters? where were they forged? in what Vulcans Shop? in what Aetna; but in his own zealous over-heated brain? Does the Scripture fetter his Conscience? shew where? if it be truly Conscience he pretends, he is bound to shew, either that to obey or not to obey, is made by some positive Rule of Scripture indifferent, what Cyclops made those Fetters? where were they forged? in what Vulcans Shop? in what Aetna; but in his own zealous overheated brain? Does the Scripture fetter his Conscience? show where? if it be truly Conscience he pretends, he is bound to show, either that to obey or not to obey, is made by Some positive Rule of Scripture indifferent, r-crq np1 vvd d n2? q-crq vbdr pns32 vvn? p-acp r-crq npg1 n1? p-acp r-crq np1; cc-acp p-acp po31 d j j n1? vdz dt n1 vvb po31 n1? vvb q-crq? cs pn31 vbb av-j n1 pns31 vvz, pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, d cst pc-acp vvi cc xx pc-acp vvi, vbz vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
50 as Marrying, or not Marrying is; as Marrying, or not Marrying is; c-acp vvg, cc xx vvg vbz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
51 or that the thing he boggles at, is either morally ill, or ill because forbidden by a Law. or that the thing he boggles At, is either morally ill, or ill Because forbidden by a Law. cc cst dt n1 pns31 vvz p-acp, vbz av-d av-j j-jn, cc j-jn c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
52 Shew the Law, or I shall without breach of Charity tell him, 'Tis Humour not Conscience. Show the Law, or I shall without breach of Charity tell him, It's Humour not Conscience. n1 dt n1, cc pns11 vmb p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvb pno31, pn31|vbz n1 xx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
53 If he would have things of Decency and Order, left as indifferent as Marrying, or not Marrying; If he would have things of Decency and Order, left as indifferent as Marrying, or not Marrying; cs pns31 vmd vhi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp j c-acp vvg, cc xx vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
54 he roves ex-travegantly wide from the Case. he roves ex-travegantly wide from the Case. pns31 vvz j av-j p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
55 For in the one case the thing is by a Law indifferent, and so is what it is necessarily, indispensably, and unalterably indifferent; For in the one case the thing is by a Law indifferent, and so is what it is necessarily, indispensably, and unalterably indifferent; p-acp p-acp dt crd n1 dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 j, cc av vbz q-crq pn31 vbz av-j, av-j, cc av-j j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
56 in the other, 'tis left to the Churches Prudence to determine: there the indifferency being the immediate effect of that Law; in the other, it's left to the Churches Prudence to determine: there the indifferency being the immediate Effect of that Law; p-acp dt n-jn, pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi: a-acp dt n1 vbg dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
57 here, the Churches determination, the immediate effect of this Law. Here, the Churches determination, the immediate Effect of this Law. av, dt ng1 n1, dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
58 And therefore the Apostles General Rule is a warrant to Conscience, to secure it from all superstitious fear of being defiled when the Church is obeyed, in things not repugnant to any particular express Rule of Scripture. And Therefore the Apostles General Rule is a warrant to Conscience, to secure it from all superstitious Fear of being defiled when the Church is obeyed, in things not repugnant to any particular express Rule of Scripture. cc av dt n2 j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1 pp-f vbg vvn c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp n2 xx j p-acp d j j n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
59 Secondly, A false Notion of Tender Conscience. If the Conscience be tender, 'tis because there appears at least some ill. Secondly, A false Notion of Tender Conscience. If the Conscience be tender, it's Because there appears At least Some ill. ord, dt j n1 pp-f j n1. cs dt n1 vbb j, pn31|vbz p-acp pc-acp vvz p-acp ds d n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
60 But unless some Law or other convince me that a thing is sinful, in truth I count I am in some danger of incurring a Sin, But unless Some Law or other convince me that a thing is sinful, in truth I count I am in Some danger of incurring a since, p-acp cs d n1 cc n-jn vvi pno11 d dt n1 vbz j, p-acp n1 pns11 vvb pns11 vbm p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
61 if I make that Evil which is not Evil. For who gave me Authority to call that Evil which God Almighty hath not by some Law or other declared to be so? 'tis a piece of Pride and Presumption in me to call that Evil which is not, if I make that Evil which is not Evil. For who gave me authority to call that Evil which God Almighty hath not by Some Law or other declared to be so? it's a piece of Pride and Presumption in me to call that Evil which is not, cs pns11 vvb d n-jn r-crq vbz xx np1 p-acp r-crq vvd pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi d n-jn r-crq np1 j-jn vhz xx p-acp d n1 cc n-jn vvn pc-acp vbi av? pn31|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi d n-jn r-crq vbz xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
62 and I extort from God a part of his Sovereignty in doing so. and I extort from God a part of his Sovereignty in doing so. cc pns11 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vdg av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
63 There is as black a Woe denounced by the Prophet against him that calls Good, Evil, There is as black a Woe denounced by the Prophet against him that calls Good, Evil, pc-acp vbz p-acp j-jn dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvz j, j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
64 as against him that calls Evil, Good. as against him that calls Evil, Good. c-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvz j-jn, j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
65 And therefore, whatever the Schismatick apprehends of Tender Conscience startling at the appearance of Evil, Conscience is as much in danger of being defiled by calling that Evil which is not Evil, And Therefore, whatever the Schismatic apprehends of Tender Conscience startling At the appearance of Evil, Conscience is as much in danger of being defiled by calling that Evil which is not Evil, cc av, r-crq dt n-jn vvz pp-f j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, n1 vbz p-acp av-d p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp vvg d n-jn r-crq vbz xx j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
66 as by calling that not Evil which is really Evil. Liberty of Conscience, and tenderness of Conscience, as by calling that not Evil which is really Evil. Liberty of Conscience, and tenderness of Conscience, c-acp p-acp vvg cst xx n-jn r-crq vbz av-j np1 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
67 and I fear God, and I am afraid of Sin, and I confess my weakness, my Conscience will not allow it! and I Fear God, and I am afraid of since, and I confess my weakness, my Conscience will not allow it! cc pns11 vvb np1, cc pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, cc pns11 vvb po11 n1, po11 n1 vmb xx vvi pn31! (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
68 These are the words, sweet as honey, whereby the Ringleaders of our Schismaticks do insinuate their Poyson: These Are the words, sweet as honey, whereby the Ringleaders of our Schismatics do insinuate their Poison: d vbr dt n2, j c-acp n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vdb vvi po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
69 by so sweet a breath do they convey a holy contagion through a whole Conventicle presently, by so sweet a breath do they convey a holy contagion through a Whole Conventicle presently, p-acp av j dt n1 vdb pns32 vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
70 as they say pestilential distempers are spread the farther by sweet perfumes. as they say pestilential distempers Are spread the farther by sweet perfumes. c-acp pns32 vvb j n2 vbr vvn dt jc p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
71 Tender Conscience! Who can withstand the Charm? And, Acknowledge my weakness! Who can resist the power of the invincible Argument? The Tender Conscience 'tis confessed, naturally moves pity: Tender Conscience! Who can withstand the Charm? And, Acknowledge my weakness! Who can resist the power of the invincible Argument? The Tender Conscience it's confessed, naturally moves pity: j n1! q-crq vmb vvi dt n1? np1, vvb po11 n1! q-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1? dt j n1 pn31|vbz vvn, av-j vvz n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
72 but then it must be the Tender Conscience of such, who make it a Case of Conscience to hearken to Reason: but then it must be the Tender Conscience of such, who make it a Case of Conscience to harken to Reason: cc-acp cs pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f d, r-crq vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
73 who will withal be tender, least they have a Conscience too tender in punctilio's that really concern not Conscience immediately. who will withal be tender, lest they have a Conscience too tender in punctilio's that really concern not Conscience immediately. r-crq vmb av vbi j, cs pns32 vhb dt n1 av j p-acp n2 cst av-j vvb xx n1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
74 For otherwise, there is a Tenderness of Conscience which is caused by a certain sour, fretting, grating humor, that corrodes, that sours like the Leven of the Pharisee, I mean perfect Ill Nature; which mixed with a few unlucky grains of intemperate Zeal, frets and galls the very heart of the man, For otherwise, there is a Tenderness of Conscience which is caused by a certain sour, fretting, grating humour, that corrodes, that source like the Leven of the Pharisee, I mean perfect Ill Nature; which mixed with a few unlucky grains of intemperate Zeal, frets and galls the very heart of the man, p-acp av, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j j, vvg, j-vvg n1, cst vvz, cst vvz av-j dt crd pp-f dt np1, pns11 vvb j j-jn n1; r-crq vvd p-acp dt d j n2 pp-f j n1, n2 cc vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
75 and so he easily mistakes in truth his Sore for the tenderness of his Conscience. May not their weakness deserve some Pitty too? Yes: and so he Easily mistakes in truth his Soar for the tenderness of his Conscience. May not their weakness deserve Some Pity too? Yes: cc av pns31 av-j vvz p-acp n1 po31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. vmb xx po32 n1 vvi d n1 av? uh: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
76 Charity may cover my Brother's failings: Charity may cover my Brother's failings: n1 vmb vvi po11 ng1 n2-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
77 but that weakness will not be covered, which resolves to break out into Rebellion the next opportunity. but that weakness will not be covered, which resolves to break out into Rebellion the next opportunity. cc-acp cst n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1 dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
78 Truth now, and never till now, do I passionately and heartily deprecate. Truth now, and never till now, do I passionately and heartily deprecate. n1 av, cc av-x p-acp av, vdb pns11 av-j cc av-j j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
79 None can more wish to be undeceived, than we to be deceived in what we say of those, whose hands were they as strong as their heads weak, would quickly satisfie the world what Principles they are of: None can more wish to be undeceived, than we to be deceived in what we say of those, whose hands were they as strong as their Heads weak, would quickly satisfy the world what Principles they Are of: pix vmb av-dc vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, cs pns12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pp-f d, rg-crq n2 vbdr pns32 p-acp j c-acp po32 n2 j, vmd av-j vvi dt n1 r-crq n2 pns32 vbr pp-f: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
80 then you should see that same weak Conscience all in Armour, strong enough to manage a Sword against their King, in an Army of Rebells. then you should see that same weak Conscience all in Armour, strong enough to manage a Sword against their King, in an Army of Rebels. cs pn22 vmd vvi cst d j n1 av-d p-acp n1, j av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
81 Some of their late Scribling Champions flourishing a little in Print, to give their own Party satisfaction, not us; some of their late Scribbling Champions flourishing a little in Print, to give their own Party satisfaction, not us; d pp-f po32 j j-vvg n2 vvg dt j p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi po32 d n1 n1, xx pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
82 after some sine harangues of inconveniency, burdens and remitting; After Some sine harangues of inconveniency, burdens and remitting; p-acp d fw-la n2 pp-f n1, n2 cc vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
83 being by us pressed to come to the main point to tell us downright, what in our Church is in it self unlawful, and then prove it; not a word: being by us pressed to come to the main point to tell us downright, what in our Church is in it self unlawful, and then prove it; not a word: vbg p-acp pno12 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 j, r-crq p-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 j, cc av vvb pn31; xx dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
84 they are not bound to give Reasons, they are above the low dispensation. Is this weakness? 'Tis Pride and inflexible stubborness: they Are not bound to give Reasons, they Are above the low Dispensation. Is this weakness? It's Pride and inflexible Stubbornness: pns32 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi n2, pns32 vbr p-acp dt j n1. vbz d n1? pn31|vbz n1 cc j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
85 To them, Scotus and Aquinas are Sots, Cardinals veil your Caps: a Conventicle can furnish you with Doctors more Seraphick, more Irrefragable. To them, Scotus and Aquinas Are Sots, Cardinals veil your Caps: a Conventicle can furnish you with Doctors more Seraphic, more Irrefragable. p-acp pno32, np1 cc np1 vbr n2, n2 vvb po22 n2: dt n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n2 av-dc j, av-dc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
86 The Phanatick that they say went to Convert the Pope, doubtless outfaced the Old Chair at Rome, with much more Infallibility than ever pretended to sit there. The Fanatic that they say went to Convert the Pope, doubtless outfaced the Old Chair At Room, with much more Infallibility than ever pretended to fit there. dt j-jn cst pns32 vvb vvd p-acp vvb dt n1, av-j vvd dt j n1 p-acp vvb, p-acp av-d dc n1 cs av vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
87 For most of those that dissent from us, are Infallibly sure they are in the right: For most of those that dissent from us, Are Infallibly sure they Are in the right: p-acp ds pp-f d cst vvb p-acp pno12, vbr av-j j pns32 vbr p-acp dt n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
88 and by the way, it may be noted, that ever since the Church of England renounced the Popes Infallibility, they have lest us, and by the Way, it may be noted, that ever since the Church of England renounced the Popes Infallibility, they have lest us, cc p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst av c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt ng1 n1, pns32 vhb vvn pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
89 and resolve to keep us company no longer. These are the men whose uncontroulable Conscience is above all Law: or but for one Law; and resolve to keep us company no longer. These Are the men whose uncontrollable Conscience is above all Law: or but for one Law; cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 av-dx av-jc. d vbr dt n2 rg-crq j n1 vbz p-acp d n1: cc p-acp p-acp crd n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
90 and that is, that it should be passed into a Law, that their Conscience shall be bound up by no Law. and that is, that it should be passed into a Law, that their Conscience shall be bound up by no Law. cc d vbz, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
91 shall Mahomet go to the Mountain, or the Mountain come to Mahomet? shall these Mens Conscience come to the Law, shall Mahomet go to the Mountain, or the Mountain come to Mahomet? shall these Men's Conscience come to the Law, vmb np1 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvb p-acp np1? vmb d ng2 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
92 or the Law to these Mens Conscience? a Garment may be as soon sitted to the Moon, or the Law to these Men's Conscience? a Garment may be as soon sitted to the Moon, cc dt n1 p-acp d ng2 n1? dt n1 vmb vbi a-acp av vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
93 as such a system of Laws fram'd as shall fit every Man's Conscience. It Pinches here, widen the Law: as such a system of Laws framed as shall fit every Man's Conscience. It Pinches Here, widen the Law: c-acp d dt fw-la pp-f n2 vvn c-acp vmb vvi d ng1 n1. pn31 vvz av, vvi dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
94 now it Pinches as much there, widen that too; now it Pinches as much there, widen that too; av pn31 vvz p-acp d a-acp, vvi cst av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
95 till at last the Laws grown so much too wide, as that the man's Conscience having got noom enough to turn it self with freedome, wholly shakes off all Law, till At last the Laws grown so much too wide, as that the Man's Conscience having god noom enough to turn it self with freedom, wholly shakes off all Law, c-acp p-acp ord dt n2 vvn av av-d av j, c-acp cst dt ng1 n1 vhg vvn n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n1, av-jn vvz p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
96 and that which at first pretended only to Liberty, shall very fairly end in Licentiousness. and that which At First pretended only to Liberty, shall very fairly end in Licentiousness. cc cst r-crq p-acp ord vvd av-j p-acp n1, vmb av av-j vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
97 Thirdly, A false Notion of the Nature and Measure of a Due Reformation. There is such a thing certainly as an obligation lying upon all Churches, in all Ages since the first Preaching of the Gospel, to maintain a Unity in some measure with the Primitive Church, Thirdly, A false Notion of the Nature and Measure of a Due Reformation. There is such a thing Certainly as an obligation lying upon all Churches, in all Ages since the First Preaching of the Gospel, to maintain a Unity in Some measure with the Primitive Church, ord, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. pc-acp vbz d dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2 p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
98 and to regulate all our Reformations by the General Ruled and Laws of the most Ancient Church, and to regulate all our Reformations by the General Ruled and Laws of the most Ancient Church, cc pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 p-acp dt j j-vvn cc n2 pp-f dt av-ds j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
99 if we are in earnest when we profess We Believe one Catholick and Apostolick Church. if we Are in earnest when we profess We Believe one Catholic and Apostolic Church. cs pns12 vbr p-acp n1 c-crq pns12 vvb pns12 vvb pi njp cc jp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
100 Now if the new models of the pretended Reformers of our Reformation should take place, they would so pare away from the Church of England, every thing almost that ever the Primitive Church used, that being reduced to a thing so utterly unlike what the Christian Church was at first, we should seem totally to have broken the Unity. Now if the new models of the pretended Reformers of our Reformation should take place, they would so pare away from the Church of England, every thing almost that ever the Primitive Church used, that being reduced to a thing so utterly unlike what the Christian Church was At First, we should seem totally to have broken the Unity. av cs dt j n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmd vvi n1, pns32 vmd av vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d n1 av cst av dt j n1 vvn, cst vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 av av-j j r-crq dt njp n1 vbds p-acp ord, pns12 vmd vvi av-j pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
101 The not weighing this, hath made us run so headlong from the Church of Rome, that we scarce own that to be a Reformation, which rejects not almost every thing that ever was in use in that Church, right or wrong. The not weighing this, hath made us run so headlong from the Church of Rome, that we scarce own that to be a Reformation, which rejects not almost every thing that ever was in use in that Church, right or wrong. dt xx vvg d, vhz vvn pno12 vvi av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns12 av-j d cst pc-acp vbi dt n1, r-crq vvz xx av d n1 cst av vbds p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, j-jn cc n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
102 We retain no not one thing but what was before that Churches Apostacy, either exactly the same, We retain no not one thing but what was before that Churches Apostasy, either exactly the same, pns12 vvb dx xx crd n1 p-acp r-crq vbds p-acp cst ng1 n1, av-d av-j dt d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
103 or very near it in the most Ancient Church: or very near it in the most Ancient Church: cc av av-j pn31 p-acp dt av-ds j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
104 and to reform otherwise then this, (I crave leave to say) is to break Charity with the good Primitive Church. and to reform otherwise then this, (I crave leave to say) is to break Charity with the good Primitive Church. cc pc-acp vvi av av d, (pns11 vvb vvb pc-acp vvi) vbz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
105 These men may possibly mean well, but they seem only to consider how to go far enough from Rome, never consider to what we are in Charity bound to reduce our selves, I mean to that State whence by degrees Rome fell away. These men may possibly mean well, but they seem only to Consider how to go Far enough from Room, never Consider to what we Are in Charity bound to reduce our selves, I mean to that State whence by Degrees Room fell away. np1 n2 vmb av-j vvi av, cc-acp pns32 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi av-j av-d p-acp vvi, av-x vvb p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 c-crq p-acp n2 vvb vvd av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
106 In truth our Controversies with the Romanists move most upon this hinge, that we reject their Novelties, which against them is one of our best Pleas. In truth our Controversies with the Romanists move most upon this hinge, that we reject their Novelties, which against them is one of our best Pleasant. p-acp n1 po12 n2 p-acp dt np1 vvi av-ds p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vvb po32 n2, r-crq p-acp pno32 vbz pi pp-f po12 js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
107 So that should we frame against them Arguments from such Topicks as our Schismaticks, some of them, would suggest, we must tamely give up the Cause. So that should we frame against them Arguments from such Topicks as our Schismatics, Some of them, would suggest, we must tamely give up the Cause. av cst vmd pns12 vvi p-acp pno32 n2 p-acp d np2 p-acp po12 n1, d pp-f pno32, vmd vvi, pns12 vmb av-j vvi a-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
108 For if we maintain not our ground, if we keep not to the first Ages, For if we maintain not our ground, if we keep not to the First Ages, p-acp cs pns12 vvb xx po12 n1, cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt ord n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
109 and the four first General Councils, if we secure not as far as may be, our Conformity with the most Ancient Church; and the four First General Councils, if we secure not as Far as may be, our Conformity with the most Ancient Church; cc dt crd ord n1 n2, cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp av-j c-acp vmb vbi, po12 n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
110 we give them the greatest Advantage immaginable. we give them the greatest Advantage imaginable. pns12 vvb pno32 dt js n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
111 At our Reformation, had we (I condemn not other Churches) had we I say, renounced Episcopacy, the Ancient model of Church-Government, that bears date long before Infallibility, Supremacy, Transubstantiation, &c. were thought of; At our Reformation, had we (I condemn not other Churches) had we I say, renounced Episcopacy, the Ancient model of Church-Government, that bears date long before Infallibility, Supremacy, Transubstantiation, etc. were Thought of; p-acp po12 n1, vhd pns12 (pns11 vvb xx j-jn n2) vhd pns12 pns11 vvb, vvd n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz n1 av-j p-acp n1, n1, n1, av vbdr vvn pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
112 what would the Romanists have said? how could we have avoided the just imputation of a most Uncharitable Separation from the Ancient Church? But now our Reformation may be an Object of the Romanists Envy, what would the Romanists have said? how could we have avoided the just imputation of a most Uncharitable Separation from the Ancient Church? But now our Reformation may be an Object of the Romanists Envy, q-crq vmd dt np1 vhb vvn? q-crq vmd pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt j n1? p-acp av po12 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
113 because we did thereby as it were reconcile our selves to the most Ancient Church: Because we did thereby as it were reconcile our selves to the most Ancient Church: c-acp pns12 vdd av c-acp pn31 vbdr vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt av-ds j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
114 and our return is in truth to upbrayd them with Schism, and the most honourable way to justisie our departure from them, in points wherein we and they had so long departed from the Ancient Church: and our return is in truth to upbraid them with Schism, and the most honourable Way to justify our departure from them, in points wherein we and they had so long departed from the Ancient Church: cc po12 n1 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, cc dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp n2 c-crq pns12 cc pns32 vhd av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
115 which we should never be able to effect, were not our constituted as now it is. which we should never be able to Effect, were not our constituted as now it is. r-crq pns12 vmd av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi, vbdr xx po12 vvn c-acp av pn31 vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
116 For let the model be any other, not known to the Ancient Christians, men of such Principles may rayl at Popery, For let the model be any other, not known to the Ancient Christians, men of such Principles may rail At Popery, p-acp vvb dt n1 vbb d n-jn, xx vvn p-acp dt j np1, n2 pp-f d n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
117 but the Arguments they must be forced to use, will be such, as will be scorn'd, but the Arguments they must be forced to use, will be such, as will be scorned, cc-acp dt n2 pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, vmb vbi d, c-acp vmb vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
118 and make the Roman Catholicks but the more obstinate. and make the Roman Catholics but the more obstinate. cc vvi dt njp njp2 p-acp dt av-dc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
119 And therefore, if under pretence of flying farther from Rome, we Ruin this Church of England; we shall have neither Arguments enough left us to defend our selves against Romes Novelties, And Therefore, if under pretence of flying farther from Room, we Ruin this Church of England; we shall have neither Arguments enough left us to defend our selves against Romes Novelties, cc av, cs p-acp n1 pp-f vvg av-jc p-acp vvi, pns12 vvb d n1 pp-f np1; pns12 vmb vhi dx n2 av-d vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp npg1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
120 nor Loyalty enough left us I am sure, to secure any Prince in his Throne, Defender of the Faith. nor Loyalty enough left us I am sure, to secure any Prince in his Throne, Defender of the Faith. ccx n1 av-d vvn pno12 pns11 vbm j, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
121 But what do we talk of a Primitive Church? away with this dull Old Way; But what do we talk of a Primitive Church? away with this dull Old Way; cc-acp q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pp-f dt j n1? av p-acp d j j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
122 tell us Schismaticks something Brisk and New: these Sons of the Church of England can tell us nothing new; tell us Schismatics something Brisk and New: these Sons of the Church of England can tell us nothing new; vvb pno12 n1 pi j cc j: d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno12 pix j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
123 they say no more than Old Ignatius and Polycarp, Ireneus, Clement of Alexandria, Tertullian and Cyprian: they can Fight with nothing but old rusty Weapons of Antiquity: they say no more than Old Ignatius and Polycarp, Irenaeus, Clement of Alexandria, Tertullian and Cyprian: they can Fight with nothing but old rusty Weapons of Antiquity: pns32 vvb av-dx dc cs j np1 cc j, np1, j pp-f np1, np1 cc jp: pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pix cc-acp j j n2 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
124 we have Swords new burnished at Geneva, and Francford: nay, we have Antiquity too on our side, we have Donatists and Novatians, and there we gain a point. we have Swords new burnished At Geneva, and Frankfurt: nay, we have Antiquity too on our side, we have Donatists and Novatians, and there we gain a point. pns12 vhb n2 j j-vvn p-acp np1, cc np1: uh, pns12 vhb n1 av p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vhb n2 cc np1, cc a-acp pns12 vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
125 Yet Old Schismaticks were dull heavy phlegmatick Sots, to ours: Yet Old Schismatics were dull heavy phlegmatic Sots, to ours: av j n1 vbdr j j j-jn n2, pc-acp png12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
126 They never durst attempt a Schism, but they would set up a Bishop of their own making, They never durst attempt a Schism, but they would Set up a Bishop of their own making, pns32 av-x vvd vvi dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
127 and remain in the state of their Separation, right Episcopal however, as to the Government of the Church: and remain in the state of their Separation, right Episcopal however, as to the Government of the Church: cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, j-jn np1 a-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
128 never hoping to gain any Proselytes, should they not pretend at least to Episcopacy. never hoping to gain any Proselytes, should they not pretend At least to Episcopacy. av vvg pc-acp vvi d n2, vmd pns32 xx vvi p-acp ds p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
129 But ours run down Episcopacy, and then cry they have discovered new wonders to the world, But ours run down Episcopacy, and then cry they have discovered new wonders to the world, p-acp png12 vvn p-acp n1, cc av vvb pns32 vhb vvn j n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
130 and found out better methods of Church-Government, than their idle Predecessors, Donatists and Novatians, could ever dream of. and found out better methods of Church-Government, than their idle Predecessors, Donatists and Novatians, could ever dream of. cc vvd av j n2 pp-f n1, cs po32 j n2, n2 cc np1, vmd av vvi pp-f. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
131 Indeed Epiphanius mentions a dear Friend of our Schismaticks, one Aerius of precious memory, who turn'd Leveller because he could not get a Bishoprick. Indeed Epiphanius mentions a dear Friend of our Schismatics, one Aerius of precious memory, who turned Leveller Because he could not get a Bishopric. av np1 n2 dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n1, crd np1 pp-f j n1, r-crq vvd n1 c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
132 But I must tell them for his Credit, he had but few Proselytes, and they hooted at as the Owl, by the more ingenious of his winged Brethren, But I must tell them for his Credit, he had but few Proselytes, and they hooted At as the Owl, by the more ingenious of his winged Brothers, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhd p-acp d n2, cc pns32 vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av-dc j pp-f po31 j-vvn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
133 when he appears with his Gravity among the Airy Witts. when he appears with his Gravity among the Airy Wits. c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
134 I am sorry for the sake of some of our Schismaticks, who would fain be nibbling at this Story, that Aerius was not a Leveller out of pure Conscience, I am sorry for the sake of Some of our Schismatics, who would fain be nibbling At this Story, that Aerius was not a Leveller out of pure Conscience, pns11 vbm j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vmd av-j vbi vvg p-acp d n1, cst np1 vbds xx dt n1 av pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
135 because then the Presbyterian Parity might claim some kindred with Antiquity. Because then the Presbyterian Parity might claim Some kindred with Antiquity. c-acp cs dt j n1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
136 Thus I have briefly discoursed of Liberty, Tender Conscience, Reformation, the three fairest pretences of Schism. Thus I have briefly discoursed of Liberty, Tender Conscience, Reformation, the three Fairest pretences of Schism. av pns11 vhb av-j vvn pp-f n1, j n1, n1, dt crd js n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
137 Now if this one single Text prevail nothing, if neither our great Apostles Frowns nor Charms, Now if this one single Text prevail nothing, if neither our great Apostles Frowns nor Charms, av cs d crd j n1 vvi pix, cs d po12 j n2 vvz ccx n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
138 nor his Excommunications, nor his Embraces, nor his Apostolical Authority, nor the Passion of his Oratorie prevail with the Schismatick, nor his Excommunications, nor his Embraces, nor his Apostolical authority, nor the Passion of his Oratory prevail with the Schismatic, ccx po31 n2, ccx po31 n2, ccx po31 j n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvi p-acp dt n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
139 but he will tear the Church to pieces, ungratefully rend the very Bowels of that Church that gave him Life, whose Breasts he suck'd; but he will tear the Church to Pieces, ungratefully rend the very Bowels of that Church that gave him Life, whose Breasts he sucked; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, av-j vvb dt j n2 pp-f d n1 cst vvd pno31 n1, rg-crq n2 pns31 vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
140 What Expedients for Unity further to propose, I cannot imagine. What Expedients for Unity further to propose, I cannot imagine. q-crq n2 p-acp n1 av-jc pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmbx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
141 'Tis the Temper's Policy too, to Divide that he may Rule, to break the Churches Ranks and Files, that he may Enter and Conquer with Ease. It's the Temper's Policy too, to Divide that he may Rule, to break the Churches Ranks and Files, that he may Enter and Conquer with Ease. pn31|vbz dt n1|vbz n1 av, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n2 cc n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
142 Our Quarrels are his Conquests, the Ruins of our Churches are his Trophies, 'tis only our Peace that he dreads, Pax vestra bellum est illi, said Tertullian. In all the Apostles Writings there are not more Cautions against any one thing than against Schism. Our Quarrels Are his Conquests, the Ruins of our Churches Are his Trophies, it's only our Peace that he dreads, Pax Vestra bellum est illi, said Tertullian. In all the Apostles Writings there Are not more Cautions against any one thing than against Schism. po12 n2 vbr po31 n2, dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbr po31 n2, pn31|vbz av-j po12 n1 cst pns31 vvz, fw-la fw-es fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvd np1. p-acp d dt n2 n2-vvg a-acp vbr xx av-dc n2 p-acp d crd n1 cs p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
143 For though Schism in it self consider'd does not directly destroy any one Article of the Faith, For though Schism in it self considered does not directly destroy any one Article of the Faith, p-acp cs n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vvn vdz xx av-j vvi d crd n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
144 yet by destroying the Churches Unity, it will in time destroy the Faith: yet by destroying the Churches Unity, it will in time destroy the Faith: av p-acp vvg dt ng1 n1, pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
145 Because 'tis a false Phantastick Light hovering in the Air, that will lead thousands after it into Errors, over Bogs and Precipices: Because it's a false Fantastic Light hovering in the Air, that will led thousands After it into Errors, over Bogs and Precipices: c-acp pn31|vbz dt j j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cst vmb vvi crd p-acp pn31 p-acp n2, p-acp n2 cc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
146 and will have in time so fatal an influence upon the whole Body of the Catholick Church, and will have in time so fatal an influence upon the Whole Body of the Catholic Church, cc vmb vhi p-acp n1 av j dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
147 as not only to weaken that, by drawing off great numbers from it; as not only to weaken that, by drawing off great numbers from it; c-acp xx av-j pc-acp vvi d, p-acp vvg a-acp j n2 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
148 but also put the Schismaticks themselves out of a Capacity of being at least Confirmed in the Truths they have received; but also put the Schismatics themselves out of a Capacity of being At least Confirmed in the Truths they have received; cc-acp av vvd dt n1 px32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f vbg p-acp ds vvn p-acp dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
149 and so they will lie open to all the Temptations immaginable, of being debauched in the very Principles of their Christian Faith. and so they will lie open to all the Temptations imaginable, of being debauched in the very Principles of their Christian Faith. cc av pns32 vmb vvi j p-acp d dt n2 j, pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 np1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
150 For this seems one design at least, of the first Plantations of Churches under such a model of Episcopacy, For this seems one Design At least, of the First Plantations of Churches under such a model of Episcopacy, p-acp d vvz crd n1 p-acp ds, pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
151 as might unite Christians in larger Bodies, and prevent the breaking of their numbers into little Junto's and Conventicles; as might unite Christians in larger Bodies, and prevent the breaking of their numbers into little Junto's and Conventicles; c-acp vmd vvi np1 p-acp jc n2, cc vvi dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
152 that so they might like great Armies United in Government and Order, both secure their own Faith by their greater Union, that so they might like great Armies United in Government and Order, both secure their own Faith by their greater union, cst av pns32 vmd vvi j n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, d vvb po32 d n1 p-acp po32 jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
153 and also make more effectual Conquests upon the Unconverted Parts of the World, to whom it must needs be one great motive to come in, and also make more effectual Conquests upon the Unconverted Parts of the World, to whom it must needs be one great motive to come in, cc av vvi av-dc j n2 p-acp dt vvn n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vmb av vbi crd j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
154 when they should see Christians so strongly knit together, in so large Societies, with so much Charity, Order and Harmony. when they should see Christians so strongly knit together, in so large Societies, with so much Charity, Order and Harmony. c-crq pns32 vmd vvi np1 av av-j vvn av, p-acp av j n2, p-acp av d n1, n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
155 Why then do our Schismaticks by going off from our Church, from the common safe Path, (to say no more) expose themselves to so great dangers? did they not forsake us, we might hope one day by calm reasoning to reform their judgement. Why then do our Schismatics by going off from our Church, from the Common safe Path, (to say no more) expose themselves to so great dangers? did they not forsake us, we might hope one day by Cam reasoning to reform their judgement. q-crq av vdb po12 n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt j j n1, (pc-acp vvi dx av-dc) vvi px32 p-acp av j n2? vdd pns32 xx vvi pno12, pns12 vmd vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn n-vvg pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
156 Why do they thus fight with us disengeniously and basely, like Parthians, who turning their backs, scatter'd their Arrows from behind them? Why do they thus scatter their envenom'd Arrows, Why do they thus fight with us disengeniously and basely, like Parthians, who turning their backs, scattered their Arrows from behind them? Why do they thus scatter their envenomed Arrows, q-crq vdb pns32 av vvi p-acp pno12 av-j cc av-j, av-j njp2, r-crq vvg po32 n2, vvn po32 n2 p-acp p-acp pno32? q-crq vdb pns32 av vvi po32 j-vvn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
157 even bitter Words, and never turn their faces, either to survey our Strength, or stay to hear what we can say for our seIves? even bitter Words, and never turn their faces, either to survey our Strength, or stay to hear what we can say for our seIves? av j n2, cc av-x vvb po32 n2, av-d pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 vvz? (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
158 Why do they amuse us with Accusations of Popery, like Atalantas Ball, with Accusations back upon us, that they might get the start in the Race, Why do they amuse us with Accusations of Popery, like Atalantas Ball, with Accusations back upon us, that they might get the start in the Raze, q-crq vdb pns32 vvi pno12 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av-j npg1 n1, p-acp n2 av p-acp pno12, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
159 and get to Rome first? and get to Room First? cc vvb pc-acp vvi ord? (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
160 Is it Superstition they dread? but have not they themselves some Tincture of that too, at least while they (I may venture to say) superstitiously avoid it? have we not known the time, Is it Superstition they dread? but have not they themselves Some Tincture of that too, At least while they (I may venture to say) superstitiously avoid it? have we not known the time, vbz pn31 n1 pns32 vvb? cc-acp vhb xx pns32 px32 d n1 pp-f cst av, p-acp ds cs pns32 (pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi) av-j vvi pn31? vhb pns12 xx vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
161 when they honour'd their Factious Preachers even to Superstition? when they honour'd the double lin'd Cap, equal to the Triple Crown; when they honoured their Factious Preachers even to Superstition? when they honoured the double lined Cap, equal to the Triple Crown; c-crq pns32 vvd po32 j n2 av p-acp n1? q-crq pns32 vvd dt j-jn vvn n1, j-jn p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
162 when they payed honours to the handerchef about his Neck, as to the Holy Rag of some Legend Saint; when they paid honours to the handerchef about his Neck, as to the Holy Rag of Some Legend Saint; c-crq pns32 vvd n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
163 and took the short Cloak hanging on one fide of the Pulpit, while the warm Orator was Transported with Zeal, and took the short Cloak hanging on one fide of the Pulpit, while the warm Orator was Transported with Zeal, cc vvd dt j n1 vvg p-acp crd fw-la pp-f dt n1, cs dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
164 and Enthusiastick Fire, for the Mantle of Elijah just dropping down from the Fiery Chariot? and Enthusiastic Fire, for the Mantle of Elijah just dropping down from the Fiery Chariot? cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvg a-acp p-acp dt j n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
165 Do they depart from us that they may Worship God more in Spirit and in Truth? But with all their most glorious Zeal, they will never be able to expiate for their Pride and their Uncharitableness. Do they depart from us that they may Worship God more in Spirit and in Truth? But with all their most glorious Zeal, they will never be able to expiate for their Pride and their Uncharitableness. vdb pns32 vvi p-acp pno12 cst pns32 vmb vvi np1 av-dc p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1? p-acp p-acp d po32 av-ds j n1, pns32 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
166 The strictest Life of a Shismatick could never in the judgement of sober men, especially St. Austin, make Apology for the Scandal of being a Schismatick, did he lead the Life of an Angel. The Strictest Life of a Schismatic could never in the judgement of Sobrium men, especially Saint Austin, make Apology for the Scandal of being a Schismatic, did he led the Life of an Angel. dt js n1 pp-f dt j-jn vmd av-x p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, av-j n1 np1, vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vbg dt n-jn, vdd pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
167 Do they depart from us, because they cannot joyn in our Publick Prayers, with Devotion enough? Do they depart from us, Because they cannot join in our Public Prayers, with Devotion enough? vdb pns32 vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp po12 j n2, p-acp n1 av-d? (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
168 Shall I be first guilty of Sin, a remisness at my Prayers; and then make my Sin an Apology for my Schism? Shall I be First guilty of since, a remissness At my Prayers; and then make my since an Apology for my Schism? vmb pns11 vbi ord j pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp po11 n2; cc av vvb po11 n1 dt n1 p-acp po11 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
169 Do they disobey because the thing is indifferent? or because commanded? if the latter; Do they disobey Because the thing is indifferent? or Because commanded? if the latter; vdb pns32 vvi c-acp dt n1 vbz j? cc c-acp vvn? cs dt d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
170 you see where the Shoe pinches, 'tis not the Ceremony their Conscience boggles at, but the imposition of that Ceremony, you see where the Shoe pinches, it's not the Ceremony their Conscience boggles At, but the imposition of that Ceremony, pn22 vvb c-crq dt n1 vvz, pn31|vbz xx dt n1 po32 n1 vvz p-acp, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
171 for (by the way) they abhor Obedience as bad as Idolatry: for (by the Way) they abhor obedience as bad as Idolatry: c-acp (p-acp dt n1) pns32 vvb n1 c-acp j c-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
172 then must the methods of Government be revers'd, and the quite contrary must be commanded, to make these Antipodes proselytes: then must the methods of Government be reversed, and the quite contrary must be commanded, to make these Antipodes Proselytes: av vmb dt n2 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, cc dt av j-jn vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi d n2 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
173 If the former, the more unpardonable still their disobedience, one of the greatest trials of our obedience to Government being the indifferency of the thing commanded: If the former, the more unpardonable still their disobedience, one of the greatest trials of our Obedience to Government being the indifferency of the thing commanded: cs dt j, dt av-dc j av po32 n1, crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
174 for if we may not obey a Governour in things otherwise indifferent, and if a Governour may not command what is not forbidden by Gods Law; for if we may not obey a Governor in things otherwise indifferent, and if a Governor may not command what is not forbidden by God's Law; c-acp cs pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp n2 av j, cc cs dt n1 vmb xx vvi r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
175 there will be nothing left for Gods Vicegerent on Earth to command, and there will be no such thing in the world as Obedience to a Prince. there will be nothing left for God's Vicegerent on Earth to command, and there will be no such thing in the world as obedience to a Prince. pc-acp vmb vbi pix vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
176 Let such men have a care that they place not too much Religion in meer Notions. Let such men have a care that they place not too much Religion in mere Notions. vvb d n2 vhb dt n1 cst pns32 vvb xx av av-d n1 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
177 For 'tis possible men of such Factious Principles may talk and think too of Practical Religion it self in a meer Notional way. For it's possible men of such Factious Principles may talk and think too of Practical Religion it self in a mere Notional Way. p-acp pn31|vbz j n2 pp-f d j n2 vmb vvi cc vvi av pp-f j n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
178 For when men can neither talk nor think of their Christian Duties abstractedly from this or that mode of Worship that accompanies them, the duties run out into certain excrescencies bigger than themselves, For when men can neither talk nor think of their Christian Duties abstractedly from this or that mode of Worship that Accompanies them, the duties run out into certain Excrescences bigger than themselves, p-acp c-crq n2 vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvb pp-f po32 njp n2 av-vvn p-acp d cc d n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz pno32, dt n2 vvb av p-acp j n2 jc cs px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
179 and such as will in time destroy the life thereof, while these men would level the Clergy, change the Churches Ornaments into rudeness and nastiness, and such as will in time destroy the life thereof, while these men would level the Clergy, change the Churches Ornament into rudeness and nastiness, cc d c-acp vmb p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 av, cs d n2 vmd vvi dt n1, vvb dt ng1 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
180 and would seem great Patrons of humility, but how, by bringing us down to the dust; and would seem great Patrons of humility, but how, by bringing us down to the dust; cc vmd vvi j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp q-crq, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
181 let them ask themselves this question, Whether it be not some fond conceit of their extraordinary either knowledge or holiness, let them ask themselves this question, Whither it be not Some found conceit of their extraordinary either knowledge or holiness, vvb pno32 vvi px32 d vvb, cs pn31 vbb xx d j n1 pp-f po32 j av-d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
182 or both, that makes them scorn to stoop to the Government. If they depart from us because they know better things than we; or both, that makes them scorn to stoop to the Government. If they depart from us Because they know better things than we; cc d, cst vvz pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 c-acp pns32 vvb jc n2 cs pns12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
183 if they cannot convince us, let them confess their weakness; if they will not convince us, let them own their ill nature. if they cannot convince us, let them confess their weakness; if they will not convince us, let them own their ill nature. cs pns32 vmbx vvi pno12, vvb pno32 vvi po32 n1; cs pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12, vvb pno32 vvi po32 j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
184 If they depart from us because they are holier than we; If they depart from us Because they Are Holier than we; cs pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 c-acp pns32 vbr jc cs pns12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
185 let them evidence to the world that they are better Christians, at least by being more Loyal Subjects than we. let them evidence to the world that they Are better Christians, At least by being more Loyal Subject's than we. vvb pno32 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vbr j np1, p-acp ds p-acp vbg av-dc j n2-jn cs pns12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
186 If their Talent be extraordinary above other mens, let them fairly shew us that the first four or five Ages after Christ and his Apostles, were all in an Error: If their Talon be extraordinary above other men's, let them fairly show us that the First four or five Ages After christ and his Apostles, were all in an Error: cs po32 n1 vbb j p-acp j-jn ng2, vvb pno32 av-j vvi pno12 d dt ord crd cc crd n2 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, vbdr d p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
187 for they must not think their Malice is levell'd at us alone, it wounds the Primitive Church: for they must not think their Malice is leveled At us alone, it wounds the Primitive Church: c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 av-j, pn31 vvz dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
188 it pretends to strike at Popery, but the poyson'd Arrows fly over the Papists heads, over all those Ages between, it pretends to strike At Popery, but the poisoned Arrows fly over the Papists Heads, over all those Ages between, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp dt j-vvn n2 vvb p-acp dt njp2 n2, p-acp d d n2 p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
189 and wound far beyond, at the distance of fourteen, fifteen, or sixteen Ages: and wound Far beyond, At the distance of fourteen, fifteen, or sixteen Ages: cc vvi av-j p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, crd, cc crd n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
190 the Ashes of the Holy Primitive Martyrs are disturb'd, the Noble Constantine 's Ghost summon'd to appear before their sour Tribunal, the Acts of the four first General Councils reseinded, the Fathers Writings all defaced, cancell'd and burnt, the Ashes of the Holy Primitive Martyrs Are disturbed, the Noble Constantine is Ghost summoned to appear before their sour Tribunal, the Acts of the four First General Councils reseinded, the Father's Writings all defaced, canceled and burned, dt n2 pp-f dt j j n2 vbr vvn, dt j np1 vbz n1 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j n1, dt n2 pp-f dt crd ord n1 n2 vvn, dt ng1 n2-vvg d vvn, vvn cc vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
191 and they, good men, condemn'd to suffer now a second Martyrdom. and they, good men, condemned to suffer now a second Martyrdom. cc pns32, j n2, vvd pc-acp vvi av dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
192 If these men have new illuminations, and will make it appear to the world that the most Ancient Christian Churches, long, long before the date of a corrupted one at Rome, were all mistaken; If these men have new illuminations, and will make it appear to the world that the most Ancient Christian Churches, long, long before the date of a corrupted one At Room, were all mistaken; cs d n2 vhb j n2, cc vmb vvi pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 cst dt av-ds j njp n2, av-j, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn pi p-acp vvb, vbdr d vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
193 let's e'ne blot out of the Churches Records, four or five hundred years, and let them pass for nothing, and begin Christianity anew: let's e'ne blot out of the Churches Records, four or five hundred Years, and let them pass for nothing, and begin Christianity anew: vvb|pno12 av vvi av pp-f dt n2 n2, crd cc crd crd n2, cc vvb pno32 vvi p-acp pix, cc vvi np1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
194 down with our Universities, set fire to all our Libraries, with Triumphant Bonfires in Solemnity to welcome into the World these New Lights. down with our Universities, Set fire to all our Libraries, with Triumphant Bonfires in Solemnity to welcome into the World these New Lights. a-acp p-acp po12 n2, vvb n1 p-acp d po12 n2, p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
195 Must we be thus Angry with the Primitive Church, because we find too much Loyalty there? if that be the Crime; Must we be thus Angry with the Primitive Church, Because we find too much Loyalty there? if that be the Crime; vmb pns12 vbi av j p-acp dt j n1, c-acp pns12 vvb av d n1 a-acp? cs d vbb dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
196 'tis the Primitive Churches unhappiness, but our honour, that they in us their humble imitators, must at this great distance of so many Ages, suffer as it were in Effigie. it's the Primitive Churches unhappiness, but our honour, that they in us their humble imitators, must At this great distance of so many Ages, suffer as it were in Effigy. pn31|vbz dt j ng1 n1, cc-acp po12 n1, cst pns32 p-acp pno12 po32 j n2, vmb p-acp d j n1 pp-f av d n2, vvb c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
197 In short, if they are resolved to quarrel, they may be pleased, as becomes all good Christians, to divert their Anger upon what far more deserves it, their own Sins. In short, if they Are resolved to quarrel, they may be pleased, as becomes all good Christians, to divert their Anger upon what Far more deserves it, their own Sins. p-acp j, cs pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, pns32 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp vvz d j np1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz pn31, po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
198 If immoderate Zeal must raise in their hearts and heads turbulent exhalations, and make them Sons of Thunder, ever fall Tempests heaviest at home: If immoderate Zeal must raise in their hearts and Heads turbulent exhalations, and make them Sons of Thunder, ever fallen Tempests Heaviest At home: cs j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 j n2, cc vvi pno32 n2 pp-f n1, av vvi n2 js p-acp n1-an: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
199 strike here, here's a Mountain, here's a Rock, here's a proud thought, and here's an unrelenting heart: strike Here, here's a Mountain, here's a Rock, here's a proud Thought, and here's an unrelenting heart: vvb av, av|vbz dt n1, av|vbz dt n1, av|vbz dt j n1, cc av|vbz dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
200 here lodge undervaluing thoughts of the King and the Government, here lurks Spiritual Pride under the colour of Self-denyal, Here lodge undervaluing thoughts of the King and the Government, Here lurks Spiritual Pride under the colour of Self-denial, av vvb vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, av vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
201 and Mortification, something of the Publican, more of the Pharisee; and Mortification, something of the Publican, more of the Pharisee; cc n1, pi pp-f dt n1, dc pp-f dt np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
202 and (if they have Humility to own but common Human Infirmities) Sins of all sorts, whereby Gods Holy Spirit is grieved, and his Infinite Love abused. and (if they have Humility to own but Common Human Infirmities) Sins of all sorts, whereby God's Holy Spirit is grieved, and his Infinite Love abused. cc (cs pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j j n1) n2 pp-f d n2, c-crq n2 j n1 vbz vvn, cc po31 j n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
203 Here are Objects indeed, that call aloud for their just indignation: Here Are Objects indeed, that call aloud for their just Indignation: av vbr n2 av, cst vvb av p-acp po32 j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
204 here if they Employ their Zeal at home against their own Sins, they will have but little either inclination or leisure to quarrel with any man, much less with the Constitutions of an Excellent Well-Govern'd Church. Here if they Employ their Zeal At home against their own Sins, they will have but little either inclination or leisure to quarrel with any man, much less with the Constitutions of an Excellent Well-governed Church. av cs pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp n1-an p-acp po32 d n2, pns32 vmb vhi p-acp j av-d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, av-d av-dc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
205 We and they, all of us hope to attain the same End of our Faith, a Heavenly Canaan is all our journeys end, We are Brethren, why should we fall out by the way? Why all this Noise? it will not, it cannot be long, e're we all lye quiet in our Graves: We and they, all of us hope to attain the same End of our Faith, a Heavenly Canaan is all our journeys end, We Are Brothers, why should we fallen out by the Way? Why all this Noise? it will not, it cannot be long, ever we all lie quiet in our Graves: pns12 cc pns32, d pp-f pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi dt d vvb pp-f po12 n1, dt j np1 vbz d po12 n2 vvi, pns12 vbr n2, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi av p-acp dt n1? q-crq d d n1? pn31 vmb xx, pn31 vmbx vbi j, av pns12 d vvi j-jn p-acp po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
206 thence we hope all to pass to such a State, where there will be nothing but Unity, Uniformity and Harmony: thence we hope all to pass to such a State, where there will be nothing but Unity, Uniformity and Harmony: av pns12 vvb av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, c-crq a-acp vmb vbi pix p-acp n1, n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
207 where a full Choir of Saints, in a Beautiful Church Triumphant, and a Noble Hierarchy of Angels shall sing Alelujah's and Worship God in the Beauties of Holiness, for Ever and Ever. Amen. where a full Choir of Saints, in a Beautiful Church Triumphant, and a Noble Hierarchy of Angels shall sing Alelujah's and Worship God in the Beauty's of Holiness, for Ever and Ever. Amen. c-crq dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j n1 j, cc dt j n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi npg1 cc n1 np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp av cc av. uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
208 To thee O Holy, &c. be all &c. THE END. To thee Oh Holy, etc. be all etc. THE END. p-acp pno21 uh np1, av vbb d av dt vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2

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