A sermon preached on the 28th of June, at St. Andrew's Holborn by John Moore ...

Moore, John, 1646-1714
Publisher: Printed for William Rogers
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1691
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A51228 ESTC ID: R9456 STC ID: M2553
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Galatians VI, 7;
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0 GALAT. VI. 7. Be not deceived, God is not mocked; for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. GALATIANS. VI. 7. Be not deceived, God is not mocked; for whatsoever a man Soweth, that shall he also reap. n1. crd. crd vbb xx vvn, np1 vbz xx vvn; p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, cst vmb pns31 av vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 3
1 MEN that have lived a great while under the Power of their Passions, find nothing harder than to subdue them, MEN that have lived a great while under the Power of their Passion, find nothing harder than to subdue them, n2 cst vhb vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvb pix jc cs pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
2 and bring them under the command of their Reason; and bring them under the command of their Reason; cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
3 and they who have given themselves up to obey the Lusts of the Flesh, meet with nothing more difficult, and they who have given themselves up to obey the Lustiest of the Flesh, meet with nothing more difficult, cc pns32 r-crq vhb vvn px32 a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp pix av-dc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
4 than to restore the Spirit to its just Authority, and to govern their Actions by a Principle of Divine Life. than to restore the Spirit to its just authority, and to govern their Actions by a Principle of Divine Life. cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 3
5 Hence it comes to pass, that we may observe men in all times to make objections against the necessity of Godliness and Virtue, Hence it comes to pass, that we may observe men in all times to make objections against the necessity of Godliness and Virtue, av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
6 and to invent other ways than those prescribed in the Gospel, of going to Heaven. and to invent other ways than those prescribed in the Gospel, of going to Heaven. cc pc-acp vvi j-jn n2 cs d vvn p-acp dt n1, pp-f vvg p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 3
7 Some impose a persuasion on themselves, That they shall find God merciful when they come to die, some impose a persuasion on themselves, That they shall find God merciful when they come to die, d vvb dt n1 p-acp px32, cst pns32 vmb vvi np1 j c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
8 tho now they neither do what he commands, nor forbear what he forbids, nor use any means to please him; though now they neither do what he commands, nor forbear what he forbids, nor use any means to please him; cs av pns32 d vdb r-crq pns31 vvz, ccx vvi r-crq pns31 vvz, ccx vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
9 so that if any Consideration about their Behaviour be needful, or any pains are to be taken, to speed well in another world, they certainly will be lost. so that if any Consideration about their Behaviour be needful, or any pains Are to be taken, to speed well in Another world, they Certainly will be lost. av cst cs d n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbb j, cc d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi av p-acp j-jn n1, pns32 av-j vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 3
10 Some hope to have God's Pardon of their great and many Sins, by an outward shew only of Religion; some hope to have God's Pardon of their great and many Sins, by an outward show only of Religion; d n1 pc-acp vhi npg1 n1 pp-f po32 j cc d n2, p-acp dt j n1 av-j pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
11 they at fixt times appear in his House, they hear Sermons, now and then receive the Sacrament, exactly observe the Rites and Ceremonies ordered in the Publick Worship, they At fixed times appear in his House, they hear Sermons, now and then receive the Sacrament, exactly observe the Rites and Ceremonies ordered in the Public Worship, pns32 p-acp vvn n2 vvi p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vvb n2, av cc av vvb dt n1, av-j vvb dt n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
12 and repeat the Prayers with the rest of the Congregation; and repeat the Prayers with the rest of the Congregation; cc vvi dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
13 but with these things their hearts are not at all affected, as they certainly would be, but with these things their hearts Are not At all affected, as they Certainly would be, cc-acp p-acp d n2 po32 n2 vbr xx p-acp d j-vvn, c-acp pns32 av-j vmd vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
14 if it was their chief design in performing their Devotions, to please him. if it was their chief Design in performing their Devotions, to please him. cs pn31 vbds po32 j-jn n1 p-acp vvg po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 3
15 Others presume God may be reconciled by a Scheme of sound Principles which they have entertain'd in matters of Christianity, Others presume God may be reconciled by a Scheme of found Principles which they have entertained in matters of Christianity, ng2-jn vvb np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
16 and by their Orthodox Faith, notwithstanding their Lives are as bad as any of those whose Principles are false and dangerous, and by their Orthodox Faith, notwithstanding their Lives Are as bad as any of those whose Principles Are false and dangerous, cc p-acp po32 n1 n1, c-acp po32 n2 vbr a-acp j c-acp d pp-f d rg-crq n2 vbr j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
17 and who hold many Errors touching the Faith. Again; and who hold many Errors touching the Faith. Again; cc q-crq vvb d n2 vvg dt n1. av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
18 Others expect to come off well in the next Life, not from any Contemplation either of the Soundness of their Faith, Others expect to come off well in the next Life, not from any Contemplation either of the Soundness of their Faith, n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp av p-acp dt ord n1, xx p-acp d n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
19 or the Holiness of their Lives; or the Holiness of their Lives; cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
20 but from their being Members of such a Church, or from their being incorporated into such a Sect, but from their being Members of such a Church, or from their being incorporated into such a Sect, cc-acp p-acp po32 n1 n2 pp-f d dt n1, cc p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp d dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
21 or joined with such a Party. or joined with such a Party. cc vvn p-acp d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 3
22 But if we look into the Scriptures, it will there be evident, that men have not the least Encouragement to hope for Mercy from God, upon any of these Pretences; But if we look into the Scriptures, it will there be evident, that men have not the least Encouragement to hope for Mercy from God, upon any of these Pretences; cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2, pn31 vmb a-acp vbi j, cst n2 vhb xx dt ds n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d pp-f d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
23 and that it is the main Scope of those Holy Writings, to oblige them to lead a Godly Life, and that it is the main Scope of those Holy Writings, to oblige them to led a Godly Life, cc cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d j n2-vvg, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
24 and not so much as to think of Everlasting Happiness upon other terms: Be not deceived, God is not mocked, &c. and not so much as to think of Everlasting Happiness upon other terms: Be not deceived, God is not mocked, etc. cc xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f j n1 p-acp j-jn n2: vbb xx vvn, np1 vbz xx vvn, av (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 3
25 Every obstinate Sinner then, who presumes upon the Mercy of God for a Pardon, does but delude himself with a groundless Persuasion, Every obstinate Sinner then, who Presumest upon the Mercy of God for a Pardon, does but delude himself with a groundless Persuasion, d j n1 av, q-crq vv2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vdz p-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
26 and mocks his Maker, who will judge and condemn him; For he that soweth to the flesh, shall of the flesh reap corruption; and mocks his Maker, who will judge and condemn him; For he that Soweth to the Flesh, shall of the Flesh reap corruption; cc vvz po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi pno31; c-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb pp-f dt n1 vvb n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
27 but he that soweth to the spirit, shall of the spirit reap everlasting life. but he that Soweth to the Spirit, shall of the Spirit reap everlasting life. cc-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb pp-f dt n1 vvb j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 3
28 Since then it is manifest, That mens Rewards and Punishments hereafter, shall be exactly agreeable to the nature and kind of their works in this life, let us enquire by what deceitful methods and arts they impose upon themselves, Since then it is manifest, That men's Rewards and Punishments hereafter, shall be exactly agreeable to the nature and kind of their works in this life, let us inquire by what deceitful methods and arts they impose upon themselves, c-acp av pn31 vbz j, cst ng2 n2 cc n2 av, vmb vbi av-j j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp d n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp r-crq j n2 cc n2 pns32 vvb p-acp px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
29 and in a sort, quiet their minds, about the safety of their future condition, notwithstanding they abide in their Iniquities, and in a sort, quiet their minds, about the safety of their future condition, notwithstanding they abide in their Iniquities, cc p-acp dt n1, vvb po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n1, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
30 and are lovers of Pleasure, more than lovers of God. and Are lovers of Pleasure, more than lovers of God. cc vbr n2 pp-f n1, av-dc cs n2 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
31 It will not be difficult to discover that they wrong their poor Souls with such Devices and Arrifices as these. It will not be difficult to discover that they wrong their poor Souls with such Devices and Arrifices as these. pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp vvi cst pns32 vvb po32 j n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 3
32 1. If men by the disposition of their Nature, or the way of their Education, 1. If men by the disposition of their Nature, or the Way of their Education, crd cs n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
33 or the Post they hold in the World, do happen to have an averseness to some crying sins, which may prevail in the Places where they live, they take this aversion of theirs to be a sign of their being good; or the Post they hold in the World, do happen to have an averseness to Some crying Sins, which may prevail in the Places where they live, they take this aversion of theirs to be a Signen of their being good; cc dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, vdb vvi pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb d n1 pp-f png32 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
34 and it makes them overlook their heinous Crimes of another kind; or to be but slightly concern'd for them. and it makes them overlook their heinous Crimes of Another kind; or to be but slightly concerned for them. cc pn31 vvz pno32 vvi po32 j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; cc pc-acp vbi cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 3
35 The Prodigal Person believes all will go well with him, so long as he is free from the great sin of Covetousness, which is the root of all evil: The Prodigal Person believes all will go well with him, so long as he is free from the great since of Covetousness, which is the root of all evil: dt j-jn n1 vvz d vmb vvi av p-acp pno31, av av-j c-acp pns31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
36 and he that greedily thirsts after, and hunts for Riches, hath as favourable an opinion of the condition of his own Soul; and he that greedily thirsts After, and hunt's for Riches, hath as favourable an opinion of the condition of his own Soul; cc pns31 cst av-j vvz a-acp, cc vvz p-acp n2, vhz p-acp j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
37 since he can never be charged with the scandalous faults of Rioting and Luxury, whereby men so cripple themselves, since he can never be charged with the scandalous Faults of Rioting and Luxury, whereby men so cripple themselves, c-acp pns31 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f vvg cc n1, c-crq n2 av vvb px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
38 as not to be able to provide for their own Families, and so become worse than Infidels: as not to be able to provide for their own Families, and so become Worse than Infidels: c-acp xx pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, cc av vvi av-jc cs n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
39 And after this fashion, men, by thinking only of the Crimes they do not commit, never reflect upon those of which they are deeply guilty. And After this fashion, men, by thinking only of the Crimes they do not commit, never reflect upon those of which they Are deeply guilty. cc p-acp d n1, n2, p-acp vvg av-j pp-f dt n2 pns32 vdb xx vvi, av-x vvb p-acp d pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr av-jn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 3
40 Thus also when men have done some few good actions, such as their Religion requires, and God will approve; Thus also when men have done Some few good actions, such as their Religion requires, and God will approve; av av c-crq n2 vhb vdn d d j n2, d c-acp po32 n1 vvz, cc np1 vmb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
41 they are always taken up with meditations upon them, and do pore on them so continually, they Are always taken up with meditations upon them, and do poor on them so continually, pns32 vbr av vvn a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp pno32, cc vdb vvi p-acp pno32 av av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
42 as hardly to think or speak of any thing else. Whereby a number of great sins lye cover'd in their hearts; as hardly to think or speak of any thing Else. Whereby a number of great Sins lie covered in their hearts; c-acp av pc-acp vvi cc vvi pp-f d n1 av. c-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvb vvn p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
43 wherefrom they receive no disturbance, as not having the least remorse or sorrow for them, or taking the least care to forsake them. wherefrom they receive no disturbance, as not having the least remorse or sorrow for them, or taking the least care to forsake them. av pns32 vvb dx n1, c-acp xx vhg dt ds n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvg dt ds n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 3
44 2. When men observe there are naughtier people than themselves in the World, they are apt from thence to draw a kind conclusion in behalf of their own case, 2. When men observe there Are naughtier people than themselves in the World, they Are apt from thence to draw a kind conclusion in behalf of their own case, crd c-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vbr jc n1 cs px32 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr j p-acp av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
45 and that all will be right with them; and that God in the other World will receive them to his Mercies; and that all will be right with them; and that God in the other World will receive them to his mercies; cc cst d vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno32; cc cst np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
46 insomuch as all the proof they have for their own virtue and God's favour is, that they have some neighbours worse than themselves. insomuch as all the proof they have for their own virtue and God's favour is, that they have Some neighbours Worse than themselves. av c-acp d dt n1 pns32 vhb p-acp po32 d n1 cc npg1 n1 vbz, cst pns32 vhb d n2 av-jc cs px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 3
47 They are no drunkards, they are no extortioners, they are no whoremongers, they do not blaspheme God and ridicule Religion, They Are no drunkards, they Are no extortioners, they Are no whoremongers, they do not Blaspheme God and ridicule Religion, pns32 vbr dx n2, pns32 vbr dx n2, pns32 vbr dx n2, pns32 vdb xx vvi np1 cc fw-la n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
48 as many do, and therefore it is concluded clearly, That they are truly righteous and honest men, as many do, and Therefore it is concluded clearly, That they Are truly righteous and honest men, c-acp d vdb, cc av pn31 vbz vvn av-j, cst pns32 vbr av-j j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
49 and by this means they spend so much time in exposing other mens vices, as quite to forget their own. and by this means they spend so much time in exposing other men's vices, as quite to forget their own. cc p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb av d n1 p-acp vvg n-jn ng2 n2, c-acp av pc-acp vvi po32 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 3
50 As if it was an infallible mark of sincere Piety, not to be altogether so bad as the most infamous are: As if it was an infallible mark of sincere Piety, not to be altogether so bad as the most infamous Are: c-acp cs pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f j n1, xx pc-acp vbi av av j c-acp dt av-ds j vbr: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
51 And yet these unhapyy men, who by using a fallacious rule, judge of themselves with so much advantage, may live in the guilt of several great sins, which are not, perhaps, And yet these unhapyy men, who by using a fallacious Rule, judge of themselves with so much advantage, may live in the guilt of several great Sins, which Are not, perhaps, cc av d j n2, r-crq p-acp vvg dt j n1, n1 pp-f px32 p-acp av d n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j n2, r-crq vbr xx, av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
52 so notorious and apparent to the eyes of men; and may totally omit prayers to God in secret; so notorious and apparent to the eyes of men; and may totally omit Prayers to God in secret; av j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; cc vmb av-j vvi n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
53 may seldom come to his House, and rarely receive the Holy Sacrament; may improve none of their Master's Talents; neither feed the hungry; nor clothe the naked; nor Comfort the Sick; nor support the feeble; may seldom come to his House, and rarely receive the Holy Sacrament; may improve none of their Masters Talents; neither feed the hungry; nor cloth the naked; nor Comfort the Sick; nor support the feeble; vmb av vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc av-j vvi dt j n1; vmb vvi pix pp-f po32 ng1 n2; av-dx vvb dt j; ccx vvb dt j; ccx vvb dt j; ccx vvb dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
54 nor lastly, have any due regard to preserve humility, meekness, charity, patience, purity, in their own hearts. nor lastly, have any due regard to preserve humility, meekness, charity, patience, purity, in their own hearts. ccx ord, vhb d j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, p-acp po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 3
55 3. Men are accustom'd to silence their Conciences, by giving wrong names to their Vices, and by representing only the light and best side of their sins to the mind; 3. Men Are accustomed to silence their Consciences, by giving wrong names to their Vices, and by representing only the Light and best side of their Sins to the mind; crd n2 vbr j-vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp vvg j-jn n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp vvg av-j dt n1 cc js n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
56 whereby that which being considered in all its ugly circumstances, and frightful retinue of Consequences, would look vile and odious, doth appear comely and desirable. whereby that which being considered in all its ugly Circumstances, and frightful retinue of Consequences, would look vile and odious, does appear comely and desirable. c-crq cst r-crq vbg vvn p-acp d po31 j n2, cc j n1 pp-f n2, vmd vvi j cc j, vdz vvi j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 3
57 So a gratification of the most beastly Lusts, is accounted rational and manly Pleasure; Drunkenness goes for a free use of God's Creatures; So a gratification of the most beastly Lustiest, is accounted rational and manly Pleasure; drunkenness Goes for a free use of God's Creatures; av dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2, vbz vvn j cc j n1; n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
58 Whoredom is but a just satisfaction of the Appetites of Nature; Whoredom is but a just satisfaction of the Appetites of Nature; n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
59 the squeezing a poor man, when got within our clutches, till we break him and his Fortunes to pieces, is but to maintain our own rights, the squeezing a poor man, when god within our clutches, till we break him and his Fortune's to Pieces, is but to maintain our own rights, dt vvg dt j n1, c-crq vvn p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 cc po31 n2 p-acp n2, vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 d n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
60 and to preserve our Children and Posterity from beggary; and to preserve our Children and Posterity from beggary; cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
61 for the slightest Provocation, coolly to spill the Blood of our Brother, is to behave our selves like Men of Honour, for the slightest Provocation, coolly to spill the Blood of our Brother, is to behave our selves like Men of Honour, p-acp dt js n1, av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-j n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
62 and to keep our Persons from falling into Contempt, and being trampled upon. and to keep our Persons from falling into Contempt, and being trampled upon. cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n1, cc vbg vvn p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 3
63 Thus those things, which are in themselves most loathsome and detestable, neither consistent with true Peace of Conscience, Thus those things, which Are in themselves most loathsome and detestable, neither consistent with true Peace of Conscience, av d n2, r-crq vbr p-acp px32 av-ds j cc j, dx j p-acp j n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
64 nor the Favour of God, pass for Instances of the highest wisdom and honour, and are reputed actions most worthy of men. nor the Favour of God, pass for Instances of the highest Wisdom and honour, and Are reputed actions most worthy of men. ccx dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp n2 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1, cc vbr vvn n2 ds j pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
65 And a little present gain, empty honour, or sensual pleasure, which dies as soon as it is tasted, must be preferr'd before everlasting happiness, And a little present gain, empty honour, or sensual pleasure, which die as soon as it is tasted, must be preferred before everlasting happiness, cc dt j j n1, j n1, cc j n1, r-crq vvz a-acp av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
66 and the fruition of the Almighty and Infinitely Glorious God, to all Eternity. and the fruition of the Almighty and Infinitely Glorious God, to all Eternity. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn cc av-j j np1, p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 3
67 O that those sordid and mean sensualities, which sink us into a level with the brutes, should be the things upon which we have set our hearts, Oh that those sordid and mean Sensualities, which sink us into a level with the brutus's, should be the things upon which we have Set our hearts, uh cst d j cc j n2, r-crq vvb pno12 p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt n2, vmd vbi dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
68 and unto which we make all our Courtship and Address! and unto which we make all our Courtship and Address! cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb d po12 n1 cc vvb! (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
69 O that we should be in love with those fetters, with which we are dragged unto the gates of death, O that we should be in love with those fetters, with which we Are dragged unto the gates of death, sy cst pns12 vmd vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
70 and be so sottish as to admire the chains, that confine us to the regions of darkness, and be so sottish as to admire the chains, that confine us to the regions of darkness, cc vbb av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2, cst vvb pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
71 and will hold us fast till the terrible day of Judgment, as the marks of our honour, and will hold us fast till the terrible day of Judgement, as the marks of our honour, cc vmb vvi pno12 av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
72 and as the true accomplishments of our Nature! and as the true accomplishments of our Nature! cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 3
73 4. Men make themselves a little easie in an ill course of life, by hearing endless Rewards and Punishments often spoke of, without applying them to their own condition: 4. Men make themselves a little easy in an ill course of life, by hearing endless Rewards and Punishments often spoke of, without applying them to their own condition: crd np1 vvb px32 dt j j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg j n2 cc n2 av vvd pp-f, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
74 They can hear Heaven discoursed of, as a State of infinite Peace and Delight, without being much moved therewith; They can hear Heaven discoursed of, as a State of infinite Peace and Delight, without being much moved therewith; pns32 vmb vvi n1 vvn pp-f, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, p-acp vbg d vvn av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
75 and they can hear Hell represented as a dismal place, void of all ease and comfort, and they can hear Hell represented as a dismal place, void of all ease and Comfort, cc pns32 vmb vvi n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, j pp-f d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
76 and be but little troubled at it; and be but little troubled At it; cc vbb p-acp j vvn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
77 and the reason is, because these things pass thorough their ears like Romances, in which they do not imagine themselves to be concern'd. and the reason is, Because these things pass through their ears like Romances, in which they do not imagine themselves to be concerned. cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp d n2 vvi p-acp po32 n2 av-j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 3
78 For when a man shall hear a lively description of the Joys of Heaven, will not his heart be transported, For when a man shall hear a lively description of the Joys of Heaven, will not his heart be transported, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, vmb xx po31 n1 vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
79 and even lifted up within him, if he have so loved and obeyed God, in the several stages of his life, and even lifted up within him, if he have so loved and obeyed God, in the several stages of his life, cc av vvd a-acp p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vhb av vvn cc vvd np1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
80 as to hope he has sure ground to claim a right in them? And when likewise the Terrors of the Lord are Preached unto the wicked, as to hope he has sure ground to claim a right in them? And when likewise the Terrors of the Lord Are Preached unto the wicked, c-acp pc-acp vvi pns31 vhz j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn p-acp pno32? cc c-crq av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
81 and displayed in their true colours, and they are plainly inform'd how insupportable and dreadful the condition of all those will be, who shall be banished from the Presence of God, the Fountain of Light and Good, and displayed in their true colours, and they Are plainly informed how insupportable and dreadful the condition of all those will be, who shall be banished from the Presence of God, the Fountain of Light and Good, cc vvn p-acp po32 j n2, cc pns32 vbr av-j vvn c-crq j cc j dt n1 pp-f d d vmb vbi, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
82 unto everlasting darkness, certainly they must be filled with amazement and horror, if they do but reflect, that it is most likely that they shall be condemned for ever to dwell in that dark and doleful habitation. unto everlasting darkness, Certainly they must be filled with amazement and horror, if they do but reflect, that it is most likely that they shall be condemned for ever to dwell in that dark and doleful habitation. p-acp j n1, av-j pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cs pns32 vdb p-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz av-ds j cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp d j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 3
83 Therefore when ever the consideration of our own title to that Glorious place doth enter into the meditations we have of Heaven, it will warm the heart, and enliven all our affections: Therefore when ever the consideration of our own title to that Glorious place does enter into the meditations we have of Heaven, it will warm the heart, and enliven all our affections: av c-crq av dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1 p-acp d j n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi d po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
84 And as often as the poor Sinner does entertain thoughts of Hell with respect of the great danger of his going thither, it will confound him, And as often as the poor Sinner does entertain thoughts of Hell with respect of the great danger of his going thither, it will confound him, cc c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 vdz vvi n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvg av, pn31 vmb vvi pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
85 and take down all his confidence and presumption. and take down all his confidence and presumption. cc vvb a-acp d po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 3
86 For when a man once comes to reflect that the dreadful things he hears of Death and Judgment do closely and nearly concern his most precious Soul, he will be ready to say with himself: O my Soul! For when a man once comes to reflect that the dreadful things he hears of Death and Judgement do closely and nearly concern his most precious Soul, he will be ready to say with himself: Oh my Soul! p-acp c-crq dt n1 a-acp vvz pc-acp vvi cst dt j n2 pns31 vvz pp-f n1 cc n1 vdb av-j cc av-j vvi po31 av-ds j n1, pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp px31: uh po11 n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 3
87 Thou art in the Company of them that do foolishly, and who forget God; thy Happiness in another World, does wholly depend upon thy behaviour in this Life; Thou art in the Company of them that do foolishly, and who forget God; thy Happiness in Another World, does wholly depend upon thy behaviour in this Life; pns21 vb2r p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb av-j, cc q-crq vvb np1; po21 n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vdz av-jn vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
88 this Life is very short, the business thou hast to do therein is great; and when a period shall be put to thy days, is most uncertain; this Life is very short, the business thou hast to do therein is great; and when a Period shall be put to thy days, is most uncertain; d n1 vbz av j, dt n1 pns21 vh2 pc-acp vdi av vbz j; cc c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n2, vbz av-ds j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
89 wherefore if thou shouldest be surprised by a sudden Death, before thy Sins are broken off by sincere Repentance, thou wouldest be the most miserable of all creatures, Wherefore if thou Shouldst be surprised by a sudden Death, before thy Sins Are broken off by sincere Repentance, thou Wouldst be the most miserable of all creatures, c-crq cs pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp po21 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j n1, pns21 vmd2 vbi dt av-ds j pp-f d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
90 and must as unavoidably go down into the bottomless Pit, there to dwell with enraged and merciless devils, and must as avoidable go down into the bottomless Pit, there to dwell with enraged and merciless Devils, cc vmb a-acp av-j vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j-vvn cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
91 as ever any unrelenting Sinner has done before thee. as ever any unrelenting Sinner has done before thee. c-acp av d j n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 3
92 Such considerations as these, will make bad men apprehensive of the vast hazard unto which they expose their immortal Souls, Such considerations as these, will make bad men apprehensive of the vast hazard unto which they expose their immortal Souls, d n2 c-acp d, vmb vvi j n2 j pp-f dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
93 and timely to remember their Creator, lest he tear them in pieces, and there be none to deliver. and timely to Remember their Creator, lest he tear them in Pieces, and there be none to deliver. cc j pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cs pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vbi pix pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 3
94 Thus I have discovered by what arts men speak false peace unto their Souls, and so far delude themselves, Thus I have discovered by what arts men speak false peace unto their Souls, and so Far delude themselves, av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp r-crq n2 n2 vvb j n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av av-j vvi px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
95 as to fancy they shall find God Merciful at the last, though they do not put away their Sins; as to fancy they shall find God Merciful At the last, though they do not put away their Sins; c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vmb vvi np1 j p-acp dt ord, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi av po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
96 and notwithstanding they sow to the Flesh, to presume they shall of the Spirit reap everlasting Life. and notwithstanding they sow to the Flesh, to presume they shall of the Spirit reap everlasting Life. cc a-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pns32 vmb pp-f dt n1 vvb j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 3
97 But being now to take my Leave of you, and to return my Thanks for the Favours I have received from you, which as they are so many and so great, that I cannot duly here acknowledge them, without making you uneasie, by trespassing upon your Modesty; But being now to take my Leave of you, and to return my Thanks for the Favours I have received from you, which as they Are so many and so great, that I cannot duly Here acknowledge them, without making you uneasy, by trespassing upon your Modesty; p-acp vbg av pc-acp vvi po11 n1 pp-f pn22, cc pc-acp vvi po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, r-crq c-acp pns32 vbr av d cc av j, cst pns11 vmbx av-jn av vvi pno32, p-acp vvg pn22 j, p-acp vvg p-acp po22 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
98 so during my whole Life, I shall never forget them: But by my constant and hearty Prayers for your Present and Future Happiness; so during my Whole Life, I shall never forget them: But by my constant and hearty Prayers for your Present and Future Happiness; av p-acp po11 j-jn n1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi pno32: cc-acp p-acp po11 j cc j n2 p-acp po22 j cc j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
99 and by embracing all opportunities of doing you Real Service, I shall endeavour to shew, That your Kindnesses were not misplaced: and by embracing all opportunities of doing you Real Service, I shall endeavour to show, That your Kindnesses were not misplaced: cc p-acp vvg d n2 pp-f vdg pn22 j n1, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cst po22 n2 vbdr xx vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
100 This being, I say, the last time I am to appear among you in the capacity of your Minister, I shall take the liberty now with more arguments to urge the necessity of holy living, This being, I say, the last time I am to appear among you in the capacity of your Minister, I shall take the liberty now with more Arguments to urge the necessity of holy living, d vbg, pns11 vvb, dt ord n1 pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av p-acp dc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
101 and more particularly to lay down such directions and advice as may be of most general and lasting benefit. and more particularly to lay down such directions and Advice as may be of most general and lasting benefit. cc av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 cc n1 c-acp vmb vbi pp-f ds j cc j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 3
102 It is a noble argument we have before us, to shew that the crop a man shall reap, will answer the nature and qualities of the seed, which he now doth sow. It is a noble argument we have before us, to show that the crop a man shall reap, will answer the nature and qualities of the seed, which he now does sow. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pns12 vhb p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 dt n1 vmb vvi, vmb vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 av vdz vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
103 Wherefore it will not be in my power to do you a greater good, than to endeavour to increase and strengthen your belief of this important truth, That they who live Wickedly, shall reap corruption, i. e. shall have all their labour perish and come to nothing; Wherefore it will not be in my power to do you a greater good, than to endeavour to increase and strengthen your belief of this important truth, That they who live Wickedly, shall reap corruption, i. e. shall have all their labour perish and come to nothing; c-crq pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vdi pn22 dt jc j, cs pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi po22 n1 pp-f d j n1, cst pns32 r-crq vvb av-j, vmb vvi n1, sy. sy. vmb vhi d po32 n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp pix; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
104 and that they who give up themselves to the conduct of the Holy Spirit, shall, through its Assistance and Intercession, attain Everlasting Life. and that they who give up themselves to the conduct of the Holy Spirit, shall, through its Assistance and Intercession, attain Everlasting Life. cc cst pns32 r-crq vvb a-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmb, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vvb j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 3
105 That therefore you may not be seduced by any of the deceitful artifices and Frauds now mentioned, That Therefore you may not be seduced by any of the deceitful artifices and Frauds now mentioned, cst av pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f dt j fw-la cc n2 av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
106 nor by any other wiles of Satan, to depend upon the Favour of God before you have parted with every known Sin, let me advise you to consider: nor by any other wiles of Satan, to depend upon the Favour of God before you have parted with every known since, let me Advice you to Consider: ccx p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d j-vvn n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 3
107 1. That it is inconsistent both with God's Nature and your own, for you to partake of the happiness of Heaven, 1. That it is inconsistent both with God's Nature and your own, for you to partake of the happiness of Heaven, crd cst pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp npg1 n1 cc po22 d, c-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
108 before you are cleansed from the filth of your Iniquities. before you Are cleansed from the filth of your Iniquities. c-acp pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
109 Goodness, and Wisdom, and Justice, and Truth, and Purity, are the inseperable Attributes of the Divine Nature, which stand in such a direct opposition to all wickedness, that God cannot but abhor it: goodness, and Wisdom, and justice, and Truth, and Purity, Are the inseparable Attributes of the Divine Nature, which stand in such a Direct opposition to all wickedness, that God cannot but abhor it: n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvb p-acp d dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cst np1 vmbx cc-acp vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
110 Nothing being evil in its own nature, but from the unagreeableness it hath to the Essence of God: Nothing being evil in its own nature, but from the unagreeableness it hath to the Essence of God: np1 vbg j-jn p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
111 And for this reason he is said to be of purer eyes than to behold iniquity; And for this reason he is said to be of Purer eyes than to behold iniquity; cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
112 i. e. with the least allowance and approbation; i. e. with the least allowance and approbation; sy. sy. p-acp dt ds n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
113 it having such a contrary tendency to his Infinite Goodness, and Purity, and Truth, that it must ever be an abomination unto him: it having such a contrary tendency to his Infinite goodness, and Purity, and Truth, that it must ever be an abomination unto him: pn31 vhg d dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc n1, cc n1, cst pn31 vmb av vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
114 And for the same reason it is affirmed, That without holiness no man shall see the Lord: And for the same reason it is affirmed, That without holiness no man shall see the Lord: cc p-acp dt d n1 pn31 vbz vvn, cst p-acp n1 dx n1 vmb vvi dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
115 For his Justice, like fire, would swiftly issue forth, and devour the impure Sinner. For his justice, like fire, would swiftly issue forth, and devour the impure Sinner. p-acp po31 n1, j n1, vmd av-j vvi av, cc vvi dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 3
116 The business then of Religion, is to restore the Image of God in our souls, which was sullied and defaced by our sins; The business then of Religion, is to restore the Image of God in our Souls, which was sullied and defaced by our Sins; dt n1 av pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
117 for by a thorough conformity to the Divine Precepts, we shall arrive at so happy a temper of mind, for by a thorough conformity to the Divine Precepts, we shall arrive At so happy a temper of mind, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
118 as only to desire what is suitable to the will of our Father which is in Heaven, as only to desire what is suitable to the will of our Father which is in Heaven, c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
119 and to hate only those things which he has forbidden; and to hate only those things which he has forbidden; cc pc-acp vvi av-j d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
120 and when these holy dispositions are well settled in our souls, then the Glorious Image of God will shine brightly upon them, and when these holy dispositions Are well settled in our Souls, then the Glorious Image of God will shine brightly upon them, cc c-crq d j n2 vbr av vvn p-acp po12 n2, cs dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
121 and they will be as so many Lights, to guide others, who in a lower station are striving to come up to our example. and they will be as so many Lights, to guide Others, who in a lower station Are striving to come up to our Exampl. cc pns32 vmb vbi a-acp av d n2, pc-acp vvi n2-jn, r-crq p-acp dt jc n1 vbr vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 3
122 But were we admitted into the Presence of God, before an entire change was wrought in our minds, But were we admitted into the Presence of God, before an entire change was wrought in our minds, cc-acp vbdr pns12 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
123 and all our lusts were mortified, as we should be odious in the eyes of God, and all our Lustiest were mortified, as we should be odious in the eyes of God, cc d po12 n2 vbdr vvn, c-acp pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
124 so his Holiness and Purity would fright and amaze us, and our polluted souls would sink and dye away at the appearance of so much Goodness, so his Holiness and Purity would fright and amaze us, and our polluted Souls would sink and die away At the appearance of so much goodness, av po31 n1 cc n1 vmd vvi cc vvi pno12, cc po12 j-vvn n2 vmd vvi cc vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
125 and Wisdom, and Truth, and not find within themselves the least capacity to be delighted with those things that are the true causes of all the Glory and Joy that is in Heaven. and Wisdom, and Truth, and not find within themselves the least capacity to be delighted with those things that Are the true Causes of all the Glory and Joy that is in Heaven. cc n1, cc n1, cc xx vvi p-acp px32 dt ds n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cst vbr dt j n2 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 3
126 The mighty design, I say, of all Religion, is, to make our Nature conformable to the Divine Nature; The mighty Design, I say, of all Religion, is, to make our Nature conformable to the Divine Nature; dt j n1, pns11 vvb, pp-f d n1, vbz, pc-acp vvi po12 n1 j p-acp dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
127 that is, To make us become like unto God, in all those Perfections of his Nature, which can be imitated by Rational Creatures. that is, To make us become like unto God, in all those Perfections of his Nature, which can be imitated by Rational Creatures. d vbz, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi av-j p-acp np1, p-acp d d n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 3
128 And in nothing can we approach nearer to the Likeness of God, than in striving to do the greatest good we can, in every capacity, to all our Fellow-Creatures; And in nothing can we approach nearer to the Likeness of God, than in striving to do the greatest good we can, in every capacity, to all our Fellow-Creatures; cc p-acp pix vmb pns12 vvi av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp vvg pc-acp vdi dt js j pns12 vmb, p-acp d n1, p-acp d po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
129 this is a God like Temper, whereby we shall extremely resemble our Great Maker, and become his Deputies upon Earth, this is a God like Temper, whereby we shall extremely resemble our Great Maker, and become his Deputies upon Earth, d vbz dt n1 av-j vvi, c-crq pns12 vmb av-jn vvi po12 j n1, cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
130 and perform that very work, which otherwise God would have done himself. and perform that very work, which otherwise God would have done himself. cc vvi d j n1, r-crq av np1 vmd vhi vdn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 3
131 When we shall have banisht out of our Souls all Rancour and Malice, and Pride and Envy; When we shall have banished out of our Souls all Rancour and Malice, and Pride and Envy; c-crq pns12 vmb vhi vvn av pp-f po12 n2 d n1 cc n1, cc n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
132 when we shall have subdued all Covetous and Greedy desires; all fleshly and filthy appetites; all peevishness and uneasiness of humour; when we shall have subdued all Covetous and Greedy Desires; all fleshly and filthy appetites; all peevishness and uneasiness of humour; c-crq pns12 vmb vhi vvn d j cc j n2; d j cc j n2; d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
133 then will our Soul become a most fit and suitable place for the holy Spirit to reside in; then will our Soul become a most fit and suitable place for the holy Spirit to reside in; av vmb po12 n1 vvi dt av-ds j cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
134 and our God will delight to dwell in us; and our God will delight to dwell in us; cc po12 n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
135 and we shall have foretasts of the Joys of Heaven, even while we remain here upon Earth. and we shall have foretastes of the Joys of Heaven, even while we remain Here upon Earth. cc pns12 vmb vhi vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, av cs pns12 vvb av p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 3
136 If we relieve the needy, and refresh the distressed; if we satisfie the doubting, confirm the wavering; If we relieve the needy, and refresh the distressed; if we satisfy the doubting, confirm the wavering; cs pns12 vvb dt j, cc vvi dt j-vvn; cs pns12 vvb dt vvg, vvb dt j-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
137 conduct into the right paths those that are gone astray; if we do no hurt to the innocent; conduct into the right paths those that Are gone astray; if we do not hurt to the innocent; vvb p-acp dt j-jn n2 d cst vbr vvn av; cs pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
138 do not crush the weak, nor over-reach the ignorant, but are helpful to all, as far as our power will extend: do not crush the weak, nor overreach the ignorant, but Are helpful to all, as Far as our power will extend: vdb xx vvi dt j, ccx vvi dt j, cc-acp vbr j p-acp d, c-acp av-j c-acp po12 n1 vmb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
139 What a mighty deal of good shall we do to the World, in the place and stead of God? And how evident shall we make it to men, that the Divine Providence doth carefully watch over the Righteous, What a mighty deal of good shall we do to the World, in the place and stead of God? And how evident shall we make it to men, that the Divine Providence does carefully watch over the Righteous, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f j vmb pns12 vdi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? cc c-crq j vmb pns12 vvi pn31 p-acp n2, cst dt j-jn n1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
140 and hath a tender regard to all those that love the Lord, by our executing and fulfilling so many of his Gracious and Merciful designs? and hath a tender regard to all those that love the Lord, by our executing and fulfilling so many of his Gracious and Merciful designs? cc vhz dt j n1 p-acp d d cst vvb dt n1, p-acp po12 n-vvg cc vvg av d pp-f po31 j cc j n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 3
141 And what unconceivable rewards shall they receive in the other World, who are the glorious instruments of God's Providence in this; And what unconceivable rewards shall they receive in the other World, who Are the glorious Instruments of God's Providence in this; cc r-crq j n2 vmb pns32 vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
142 and who, by their Piety, and Goodness, and Chariry, do help to bring about so many of the wise and kind contrivances of their Master, to render his poor creatures Happy! and who, by their Piety, and goodness, and Charity, do help to bring about so many of the wise and kind contrivances of their Master, to render his poor creatures Happy! cc r-crq, p-acp po32 n1, cc n1, cc n1, vdb vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp av d pp-f dt j cc j n2 pp-f po32 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 j! (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 3
143 Hence it appears, that the Religion which pleases God, has in all times been the same; Hence it appears, that the Religion which Pleases God, has in all times been the same; av pn31 vvz, cst dt n1 r-crq vvz np1, vhz p-acp d n2 vbn dt d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
144 and the chief end of it is, to Glorify God by an imitation of him in the whole course of our lives. and the chief end of it is, to glorify God by an imitation of him in the Whole course of our lives. cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
145 This was the great Doctrine taught by the Patriarchs before the Law, and by the Prophets under the Law, This was the great Doctrine taught by the Patriarchs before the Law, and by the prophets under the Law, d vbds dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
146 and by our Blessed Saviour and his Apostles since. and by our Blessed Saviour and his Apostles since. cc p-acp po12 j-vvn n1 cc po31 n2 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
147 Herein the Laws of Nature, and Moses and the Prophets, and the Gospel of Christ, all agree. Herein the Laws of Nature, and Moses and the prophets, and the Gospel of christ, all agree. av dt n2 pp-f n1, cc np1 cc dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, d vvb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 3
148 And as they taught, so they lived; And as they taught, so they lived; cc c-acp pns32 vvd, av pns32 vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
149 for the Preachers of Righteousness under these several dispensations, did with the most unfeigned love and deepest reverence constantly Worship God; for the Preachers of Righteousness under these several dispensations, did with the most unfeigned love and Deepest Reverence constantly Worship God; p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n2, vdd p-acp dt av-ds j n1 cc js-jn n1 av-j n1 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
150 they carried themselves with punctual Justice, and great Compassion towards their brethren; they were peaceable and meek, and pure, and full of Pity in their conversation: they carried themselves with punctual justice, and great Compassion towards their brothers; they were peaceable and meek, and pure, and full of Pity in their Conversation: pns32 vvd px32 p-acp j n1, cc j n1 p-acp po32 n2; pns32 vbdr j cc j, cc j, cc j pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
151 The sum of all their Doctrines, and the design of all their lives, being to do justice and love meroy, The sum of all their Doctrines, and the Design of all their lives, being to doe Justice and love Mercy, dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2, vbg p-acp n1 n1 cc n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
152 and walk humbly with their God. and walk humbly with their God. cc vvi av-j p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 3
153 2. As the Nature of God and our selves, so likewise all the Declarations, Precepts, Promises, and Threatnings, publish'd in the Scripture, do make it most manifest, that we must sow to the Spirit, 2. As the Nature of God and our selves, so likewise all the Declarations, Precepts, Promises, and Threatenings, published in the Scripture, do make it most manifest, that we must sow to the Spirit, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po12 n2, av av d dt n2, n2, vvz, cc n2-vvg, vvn p-acp dt n1, vdb vvi pn31 av-ds j, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
154 if we hope of the Spirit to Reap Everlasting life. if we hope of the Spirit to Reap Everlasting life. cs pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
155 If we read those Holy Records from one end to the other, we shall not meet with so much as one declaration of God made in favour of obdurate Sinners, who are resolv'd not to turn from the wickedness they have committed, If we read those Holy Records from one end to the other, we shall not meet with so much as one declaration of God made in favour of obdurate Sinners, who Are resolved not to turn from the wickedness they have committed, cs pns12 vvb d j n2 p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n-jn, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp av av-d c-acp crd n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vbr vvn xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
156 and to do that which is lawful and right: and to do that which is lawful and right: cc pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j cc j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
157 But every where we may observe his Aversion to the ungodly, and that their works are loathsome in his sight. But every where we may observe his Aversion to the ungodly, and that their works Are loathsome in his sighed. cc-acp d c-crq pns12 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j, cc cst po32 n2 vbr j p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 3
158 God has prononnced that these men shall have no lot or share in his Kingdom; God has prononnced that these men shall have no lot or share in his Kingdom; np1 vhz vvn d d n2 vmb vhi dx n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
159 Know ye not, that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? be not deceived, Know you not, that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? be not deceived, vvb pn22 xx, cst dt j vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? vbb xx vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
160 neither fornicators, nor idolators, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6. 9, 10. Although the Supreme Powers should allow the commission of any of these vile sins in their own Countrey, neither fornicators, nor Idolaters, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the Kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6. 9, 10. Although the Supreme Powers should allow the commission of any of these vile Sins in their own Country, dx n2, ccx n2, ccx n2, ccx j, ccx n2, ccx n2, ccx n2, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd crd, crd cs dt j n2 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d pp-f d j n2 p-acp po32 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
161 and enact no Laws for the Punishment of the persons who were guilty of them; and enact no Laws for the Punishment of the Persons who were guilty of them; cc vvi dx n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq vbdr j pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
162 and though false Teachers would undertake to perswade you, that you might do such things without losing the Love of God; and though false Teachers would undertake to persuade you, that you might do such things without losing the Love of God; cc cs j n2 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pn22 vmd vdi d n2 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
163 yet your poor souls would be wretchedly deceiv'd, if you did practice these great Sins upon the Authority of your Teachers; yet your poor Souls would be wretchedly deceived, if you did practice these great Sins upon the authority of your Teachers; av po22 j n2 vmd vbi av-j vvn, cs pn22 vdd vvi d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
164 or because they were not punisht by the Laws of the Place where you liv'd: For how favourably soever some may think and speak of them; or Because they were not punished by the Laws of the Place where you lived: For how favourably soever Some may think and speak of them; cc c-acp pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn22 vvd: c-acp c-crq av-j av d vmb vvi cc vvi pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
165 and how slightly soever others may correct Fornicators, Idolaters, &c. yet God the Righteous Judg of the whole World, does hate and detest these Crimes, which will extinguish and destroy all the right they had to inherit the Kingdom of his Glory: and how slightly soever Others may correct Fornicators, Idolaters, etc. yet God the Righteous Judge of the Whole World, does hate and detest these Crimes, which will extinguish and destroy all the right they had to inherit the Kingdom of his Glory: cc c-crq av-j av ng2-jn vmb vvi n2, n2, av av np1 dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vdz vvi cc vvi d n2, r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi d dt n-jn pns32 vhd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
166 For because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the Children of disobedience, Eph. 5. 6. And certainly words can hardly be found, which more clearly and distinctly express God's abhorrence of Men, For Because of these things comes the wrath of God upon the Children of disobedience, Ephesians 5. 6. And Certainly words can hardly be found, which more clearly and distinctly express God's abhorrence of Men, c-acp c-acp pp-f d n2 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cc av-j n2 vmb av vbi vvn, r-crq av-dc av-j cc av-j vvi npg1 n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
167 while they abide in an impenitent State, than these. while they abide in an impenitent State, than these. cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cs d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 3
168 Moreover, if you take a survey of the Divine Precepts, you may perceive that they all have a tendency to establish an universal Holiness in our Minds and Practice: Moreover, if you take a survey of the Divine Precepts, you may perceive that they all have a tendency to establish an universal Holiness in our Minds and Practice: av, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2, pn22 vmb vvi cst pns32 d vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
169 nothing less than a total change in our Souls will prepare us for Heaven: nothing less than a total change in our Souls will prepare us for Heaven: pix av-dc cs dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
170 We must put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness; We must put on the new man, which After God is created in righteousness and true holiness; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, r-crq p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
171 We must deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and live soberly and righteously and godly in this present world. We must deny ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, and live soberly and righteously and godly in this present world. pns12 vmb vvi n1 cc j n2, cc vvi av-j cc av-j cc j p-acp d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
172 For without these Heavenly and Divine Qualifications of Mind, we shall never be permitted to behold the pure and glorious Face of God; For without these Heavenly and Divine Qualifications of Mind, we shall never be permitted to behold the pure and glorious Face of God; c-acp p-acp d j cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb av-x vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
173 and if we were, it would confound us, and make us miserable. and if we were, it would confound us, and make us miserable. cc cs pns12 vbdr, pn31 vmd vvi pno12, cc vvb pno12 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
174 Let then Evil Rulers connive at those Vices which do not seem so directly to hazard and undermine their Government; Let then Evil Rulers connive At those Vices which do not seem so directly to hazard and undermine their Government; vvb av j-jn n2 vvb p-acp d n2 r-crq vdi xx vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
175 Let the prophane cry up their brutish Sensualities, as the most exalted Enjoyments of Human Nature; Let the profane cry up their brutish Sensualities, as the most exalted Enjoyments of Human Nature; vvb dt j n1 a-acp po32 j n2, c-acp dt av-ds j-vvn n2 pp-f j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
176 let the frequency of some Sins lessen their ugliness, and the sense of their danger, with unthinking Men, let the frequency of Some Sins lessen their ugliness, and the sense of their danger, with unthinking Men, vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvi po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
177 yet the fatal Effects of their Wickedness shall overtake them at the last, and they shall find every wilful Sin to have Malignity enough in its Nature to ruin them; yet the fatal Effects of their Wickedness shall overtake them At the last, and they shall find every wilful since to have Malignity enough in its Nature to ruin them; av dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt ord, cc pns32 vmb vvi d j n1 pc-acp vhi n1 av-d p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
178 for the great God does behold all their Lewdnesses and Villanies; for the great God does behold all their Lewdnesses and Villainies; c-acp dt j np1 vdz vvi d po32 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
179 he causes them all to be recorded against the day of Accounts, and they will sink away with extremiry of despair, he Causes them all to be recorded against the day of Accounts, and they will sink away with extremiry of despair, pns31 vvz pno32 d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pns32 vmb vvi av p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
180 when oppressed with such a vast burden of abominable Iniquities they shall be hailed to the Bar of Judgment. when oppressed with such a vast burden of abominable Iniquities they shall be hailed to the Bar of Judgement. c-crq vvn p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f j n2 pns32 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
181 For the ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all his goings; For the ways of man Are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all his goings; p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz d po31 n2-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
182 his own Iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the Cords of his Sins; his own Iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be held with the Cords of his Sins; po31 d n2 vmb vvi dt j px31, cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
183 he shall die without instruction, and in the greatness of his folly shall he go astray, Prov. 5. 21. — 3. he shall die without instruction, and in the greatness of his folly shall he go astray, Curae 5. 21. — 3. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb pns31 vvi av, np1 crd crd — crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 3
184 Moreover if you consider the Precepts of our Blessed Saviour, you will be fully satisfi'd, that they were all levell'd at this single Mark, to make Men Holy; Moreover if you Consider the Precepts of our Blessed Saviour, you will be Fully satisfied, that they were all leveled At this single Mark, to make Men Holy; av cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, pn22 vmb vbi av-j vvd, cst pns32 vbdr d vvn p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
185 that is, to confer the greatest Benefit upon them they were capable to receive: For this was to render them acceptable to God; that is, to confer the greatest Benefit upon them they were capable to receive: For this was to render them acceptable to God; d vbz, pc-acp vvi dt js n1 p-acp pno32 pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi: c-acp d vbds pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
186 to make them agreeable Company for Angels; and compleatly to qualifie them to be Citizens of the New Jerusalem. to make them agreeable Company for Angels; and completely to qualify them to be Citizens of the New Jerusalem. pc-acp vvi pno32 j n1 p-acp n2; cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt j np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 3
187 In this one Point did all the Promises of the Gospel, and the whole design of the Life of Christ center and settle; In this one Point did all the Promises of the Gospel, and the Whole Design of the Life of christ centre and settle; p-acp d crd n1 vdd d dt vvz pp-f dt n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 cc vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
188 there is not a Promise made to the Malicious or the Unclean, or the Revengeful, or the Perjur'd, or the Lovers of fleshly Pleasure; there is not a Promise made to the Malicious or the Unclean, or the Revengeful, or the Perjured, or the Lovers of fleshly Pleasure; pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j cc dt j-u, cc dt j, cc dt j-vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
189 nor the least anger of God manifested any where against the Humble and the Chast, and the Merciful and the Righteous Persons; nor the least anger of God manifested any where against the Humble and the Chaste, and the Merciful and the Righteous Persons; ccx dt ds n1 pp-f np1 vvd d c-crq p-acp dt j cc dt j, cc dt j cc dt j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
190 but all the Beatitudes and Blessings of Heaven are bestowed upon the Godly, and all the Curses and Punishments do light upon the Head of the Sinner. but all the Beatitudes and Blessings of Heaven Are bestowed upon the Godly, and all the Curses and Punishments do Light upon the Head of the Sinner. cc-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt j, cc d dt n2 cc n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 3
191 And so it is plain, that our Religion was enacted and published not to replenish our Heads with fine Notions, And so it is plain, that our Religion was enacted and published not to replenish our Heads with fine Notions, cc av pn31 vbz j, cst po12 n1 vbds vvn cc vvn xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
192 nor to furnish our Tongues with Eloquent Discourse; nor to furnish our Tongues with Eloquent Discourse; ccx pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
193 but to fill our Hearts with Humility, Love, and Purity, and to govern our Lives and Actions by most Holy Rules. but to fill our Hearts with Humility, Love, and Purity, and to govern our Lives and Actions by most Holy Rules. cc-acp pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp ds j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
194 And therefore under the Christian Dispensation nothing will avail us, or stand our Immortal Souls in the least stead, And Therefore under the Christian Dispensation nothing will avail us, or stand our Immortal Souls in the least stead, cc av p-acp dt njp n1 pix vmb vvi pno12, cc vvb po12 j n2 p-acp dt ds n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
195 but the keeping of the Commandments of God. but the keeping of the commandments of God. cc-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 3
196 It now only remaineth, that I present you with some Directions, that, I hope, will make a just Impression upon your Minds, It now only remains, that I present you with Some Directions, that, I hope, will make a just Impression upon your Minds, pn31 av av-j vvz, cst pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d n2, cst, pns11 vvb, vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
197 and be of durable advantage to you. and be of durable advantage to you. cc vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 3
198 1. The first is, to keep constant and firm to the Communion of the Church in which you were Baptized and brought up; 1. The First is, to keep constant and firm to the Communion of the Church in which you were Baptised and brought up; crd dt ord vbz, pc-acp vvi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbdr j-vvn cc vvn a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
199 a Church whose Faith is founded upon the Scriptures; a Church whose Faith is founded upon the Scriptures; dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
200 and whose Worship, of all others, cometh nearest to the Pattern left us by the Primitive Christians. and whose Worship, of all Others, comes nearest to the Pattern left us by the Primitive Christians. cc rg-crq n1, pp-f d n2-jn, vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 vvd pno12 p-acp dt j np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 3
201 A Church the freest from Error in what it Teaches; and from Superstition in what it Practices, of any, perhaps, in the World; A Church the Freest from Error in what it Teaches; and from Superstition in what it Practices, of any, perhaps, in the World; dt n1 dt js p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz; cc p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 n2, pp-f d, av, p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
202 which as it hath reformed it self from the Corruptions of the Church of Rome, that were so destructive of a good Life, which as it hath reformed it self from the Corruptions of the Church of Rome, that were so destructive of a good Life, r-crq c-acp pn31 vhz vvn pn31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbdr av j pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
203 so it hath only reteined a very few Rites and Ceremonies, for the preservation of Order and Decency, so it hath only retained a very few Rites and Ceremonies, for the preservation of Order and Decency, av pn31 vhz av-j vvn dt av d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
204 and Reverence in the Service of God: and reverence in the Service of God: cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
205 and upon which it doth not lay so great weight and stress, as to hold them unalterable; and upon which it does not lay so great weight and stress, as to hold them unalterable; cc p-acp r-crq pn31 vdz xx vvi av j n1 cc n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
206 but hath publickly declared, That upon weighty and important Considerations, according to the various exigency of Times and Occasions, such Changes and Alterations may be made therein, but hath publicly declared, That upon weighty and important Considerations, according to the various exigency of Times and Occasions, such Changes and Alterations may be made therein, cc-acp vhz av-j vvn, cst p-acp j cc j n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, d n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
207 as to those in Place of Authority shall seem either necessary or expedient. as to those in Place of authority shall seem either necessary or expedient. c-acp p-acp d p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi d j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 3
208 Now to them that duly weigh things, it must appear very dangerous to leave the Communion of a Church so excellently constituted, Now to them that duly weigh things, it must appear very dangerous to leave the Communion of a Church so excellently constituted, av p-acp pno32 cst av-jn vvb n2, pn31 vmb vvi av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
209 if you reflect either upon the grievous mischiefs of Separation, or upon the great obligations Christ has laid upon us to preserve the unity of the Church. if you reflect either upon the grievous mischiefs of Separation, or upon the great obligations christ has laid upon us to preserve the unity of the Church. cs pn22 vvb av-d p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j n2 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 3
210 It is observable that hardly any thing does occasion more bitterness and heat, than an unwarrantable departure from a Church which imposes nothing sinful as a term of Communion. It is observable that hardly any thing does occasion more bitterness and heat, than an unwarrantable departure from a Church which imposes nothing sinful as a term of Communion. pn31 vbz j cst av d n1 vdz vvi dc n1 cc n1, cs dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz pix j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
211 For Separatists to justifie their departure, will be apt to charge great faults, how little soever deserved, upon the Society they have left, For Separatists to justify their departure, will be apt to charge great Faults, how little soever deserved, upon the Society they have left, p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi j n2, c-crq j av vvn, p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
212 and so of course grow more sowr and censorious; whereby animosities will encrease, and the breach will be continually widen'd by fresh provocations. and so of course grow more sour and censorious; whereby animosities will increase, and the breach will be continually widened by fresh provocations. cc av pp-f n1 vvi av-dc j cc j; c-crq n2 vmb vvi, cc dt n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 3
213 Thus by these needless divisions the charity and good will, which our blessed Master so strictly required, Thus by these needless divisions the charity and good will, which our blessed Master so strictly required, av p-acp d j n2 dt n1 cc j n1, r-crq po12 j-vvn n1 av av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
214 and of which he was so glorious an Example, does wast and consume away; and of which he was so glorious an Exampl, does wast and consume away; cc pp-f r-crq pns31 vbds av j dt n1, vdz vvi cc vvi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
215 and Christians thus unjustifiably split into Parties instead of mutually supporting one another against the Common Enemy, which doth thirst after their destruction, do bite, tear, and devour each other; and Christians thus unjustifiably split into Parties instead of mutually supporting one Another against the Common Enemy, which does thirst After their destruction, do bite, tear, and devour each other; cc np1 av av-j vvn p-acp n2 av pp-f av-j vvg pi j-jn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vdz vvi p-acp po32 n1, vdb vvi, n1, cc vvi d n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
216 and hereby the Band of Love which should hold us together, is broken, and the several Members of that Body, whereof Jesus Christ is the Head, are disjoynted, and hereby the Band of Love which should hold us together, is broken, and the several Members of that Body, whereof jesus christ is the Head, Are disjointed, cc av dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vmd vvi pno12 av, vbz vvn, cc dt j n2 pp-f d n1, c-crq np1 np1 vbz dt n1, vbr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
217 and become useless to the holy and merciful purposes for which he did unite them. It is much to be lamented, that divers of those who have forsaken our Church, and become useless to the holy and merciful Purposes for which he did unite them. It is much to be lamented, that diverse of those who have forsaken our Church, cc vvi j p-acp dt j cc j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd vvi pno32. pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst j pp-f d r-crq vhb vvn po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 3
218 and which they have not yet proved to have enjoyned any thing unlawful, under pretence of greater edification, and which they have not yet proved to have enjoined any thing unlawful, under pretence of greater edification, cc r-crq pns32 vhb xx av vvn pc-acp vhi vvn d n1 j, p-acp n1 pp-f jc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
219 and of joyning in a purer Communion, have upon the same ground had others separate from them, and of joining in a Purer Communion, have upon the same ground had Others separate from them, cc pp-f vvg p-acp dt jc n1, vhb p-acp dt d n1 vhd n2-jn vvb p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
220 and these again have left others, till at length they have been of no Communion at all; and these again have left Others, till At length they have been of no Communion At all; cc d av vhb vvn n2-jn, c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vhb vbn pp-f dx n1 p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
221 and so with their Church have at last also lost their Religion. and so with their Church have At last also lost their Religion. cc av p-acp po32 n1 vhb p-acp ord av vvd po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 3
222 And yet nothing is of more necessity, than that the Unity of this Body of Christ, the Church, should be preserved entire. And yet nothing is of more necessity, than that the Unity of this Body of christ, the Church, should be preserved entire. cc av pix vbz pp-f dc n1, cs cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, dt n1, vmd vbi vvn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
223 This the Christians are frequently exhorted and strictly commanded to keep whole with the greatest care; This the Christians Are frequently exhorted and strictly commanded to keep Whole with the greatest care; np1 dt np1 vbr av-j vvn cc av-j vvd pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt js n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
224 and upon this union of Members mighty blessings are bestowed, there being scarce any promise of our Lord made to particular Christians, and upon this Union of Members mighty blessings Are bestowed, there being scarce any promise of our Lord made to particular Christians, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 j n2 vbr vvn, a-acp vbg j d n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvn p-acp j np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
225 but with relation to their being parts of his Church. but with Relation to their being parts of his Church. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 3
226 We are earnestly required to endeavour to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace, with all lowliness and meekness, with long suffering, forbearing one another. We Are earnestly required to endeavour to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bound of peace, with all lowliness and meekness, with long suffering, forbearing one Another. pns12 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp j n1, vvg pi j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
227 And the reason of all this is, because there is one body and one spirit, one hope of our calling, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all, And the reason of all this is, Because there is one body and one Spirit, one hope of our calling, one Lord, one faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all, cc dt n1 pp-f d d vbz, c-acp pc-acp vbz crd n1 cc crd n1, crd n1 pp-f po12 n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, crd np1 cc n1 pp-f d, r-crq vbz p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
228 and through all, and in us all. and through all, and in us all. cc p-acp d, cc p-acp pno12 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 3
229 St. Paul beseeches the Romans to set a mark upon them who cause divisions and offences, contrary to the doctrine which they had learned, and to avoid them. Saint Paul Beseeches the Romans to Set a mark upon them who cause divisions and offences, contrary to the Doctrine which they had learned, and to avoid them. n1 np1 vvz dt np1 p-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 n2 cc n2, j-jn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn, cc pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
230 And most pathetically he beseeches the Corinthians, by the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, that they all speak the same thing, And most pathetically he Beseeches the Corinthians, by the name of the Lord jesus christ, that they all speak the same thing, cc av-ds av-j pns31 vvz dt np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cst pns32 d vvb dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
231 and that there be no divisions among them; and that there be no divisions among them; cc cst pc-acp vbi dx n2 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
232 but that they be perfectly joyned together in the same mind, and in the same judgment. but that they be perfectly joined together in the same mind, and in the same judgement. cc-acp cst pns32 vbb av-j vvn av p-acp dt d n1, cc p-acp dt d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
233 He also presseth the Philippians to stand fast in one spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel. He also Presseth the Philippians to stand fast in one Spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel. pns31 av vvz dt njp2 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
234 Nay, with the most powerful and melting expressions that can come from the mouth of a man deeply concerned for their salvation, he entreats them to do nothing through strife, whereby the Unity of the Church may be rent. Nay, with the most powerful and melting expressions that can come from the Mouth of a man deeply concerned for their salvation, he entreats them to do nothing through strife, whereby the Unity of the Church may be rend. uh, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j-vvg n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-jn vvn p-acp po32 n1, pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vdi pix p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
235 If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the spirit, If there be Therefore any consolation in christ, if any Comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, cs pc-acp vbi av d n1 p-acp np1, cs d n1 pp-f n1, cs d n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
236 if any bowels of mercy, fulfil ye my joy, that ye be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. if any bowels of mercy, fulfil you my joy, that you be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. cs d n2 pp-f n1, vvb pn22 po11 n1, cst pn22 vbb av-j vvn, vhg dt d n1, vbg pp-f crd n1, pp-f crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
237 By that solid comfort they had in being redeemed by Christ, by that ineffable joy which did spring up in their souls from their fellowship with the Holy Ghost; By that solid Comfort they had in being redeemed by christ, by that ineffable joy which did spring up in their Souls from their fellowship with the Holy Ghost; p-acp cst j n1 pns32 vhd p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1, p-acp cst j n1 r-crq vdd vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
238 by that satisfaction and pleasure which did proceed from their sincere charity one towards another, he in the most importunate and affectionate manner doth request, that Peace, Unity, by that satisfaction and pleasure which did proceed from their sincere charity one towards Another, he in the most importunate and affectionate manner does request, that Peace, Unity, p-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vdd vvi p-acp po32 j n1 crd p-acp n-jn, pns31 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 vdz vvi, cst n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
239 and Love may be upheld among them. and Love may be upheld among them. cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 3
240 2. Be very careful to do all those things, in which holding Communion with the Church doth consist, 2. Be very careful to do all those things, in which holding Communion with the Church does consist, crd vbb av j pc-acp vdi d d n2, p-acp r-crq vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
241 and which will be true Testimonies of your adherence to it. and which will be true Testimonies of your adherence to it. cc r-crq vmb vbi j n2 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
242 Present your selves constantly to God in his own House, and suffer nothing to divert you from the discharge of those Duties which you are bound to render unto the Lord upon his own day. Present your selves constantly to God in his own House, and suffer nothing to divert you from the discharge of those Duties which you Are bound to render unto the Lord upon his own day. j po22 n2 av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvb pix pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pn22 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 3
243 Bear your part in the Publick Worship, join your Prayers with those of the great Congregation, that by their their united force, they may more powerfully prevail for the Blessings you most need; Bear your part in the Public Worship, join your Prayers with those of the great Congregation, that by their their united force, they may more powerfully prevail for the Blessings you most need; vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb po22 n2 p-acp d pp-f dt j n1, cst p-acp po32 po32 j-vvn n1, pns32 vmb av-dc av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pn22 ds n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
244 frequently receive the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, that Institution of our Dear Master, contrived both to preserve the Memory of his unspeakable Mercies, frequently receive the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, that Institution of our Dear Master, contrived both to preserve the Memory of his unspeakable mercies, av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cst n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1, vvn av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
245 and to confirm and encrease our Spiritual Strength. and to confirm and increase our Spiritual Strength. cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
246 Having therefore confest and bewailed your Sins, and taken up strong Resolutions to forsake them, do not fail humbly to approch the Table of the Lord, Having Therefore confessed and bewailed your Sins, and taken up strong Resolutions to forsake them, do not fail humbly to approach the Table of the Lord, vhg av vvn cc vvd po22 n2, cc vvn a-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, vdb xx vvi av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
247 and with the deepest Reverence and Affection to eat the Bread of Life, and drink the Cup of Salvation. and with the Deepest reverence and Affection to eat the Bred of Life, and drink the Cup of Salvation. cc p-acp dt js-jn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 3
248 And here it may be no improper Place for me earnestly to beseech you, never to omit sending up your Prayers to God in secret, at least the Morning and Evening of every day, And Here it may be no improper Place for me earnestly to beseech you, never to omit sending up your Prayers to God in secret, At least the Morning and Evening of every day, cc av pn31 vmb vbi dx j n1 p-acp pno11 av-j pc-acp vvi pn22, av-x pc-acp vvi vvg a-acp po22 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp j-jn, p-acp ds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 3
249 and that not formally and coldly, but sincerely and heartily, as Persons thoroughly concerned to be infinitely happy in another World. and that not formally and coldly, but sincerely and heartily, as Persons thoroughly concerned to be infinitely happy in Another World. cc cst xx av-j cc av-jn, cc-acp av-j cc av-j, c-acp n2 av-j vvd pc-acp vbi av-j j p-acp j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 3
250 For this Course will wonderfully keep up a vigorous sense of God in your Souls; For this Course will wonderfully keep up a vigorous sense of God in your Souls; p-acp d n1 vmb av-j vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 3
251 it will admirably fit you for the Publick Worship, and make you benefit exceedingly by all the Ordinances of Divine Appointment; it will admirably fit you for the Public Worship, and make you benefit exceedingly by all the Ordinances of Divine Appointment; pn31 vmb av-j vvi pn22 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvb pn22 vvb av-vvg p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 3
252 it will make you perform several the Instances of Christian Duty with much chearfulness, and enable you to bear the sharpest Afflictions with great Patience. it will make you perform several the Instances of Christian Duty with much cheerfulness, and enable you to bear the Sharpest Afflictions with great Patience. pn31 vmb vvi pn22 vvb j dt n2 pp-f njp n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt js n2 p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 3
253 And it is very observable that it is a great trouble to those people, when they come to die, who, notwithstanding their consciences did not allow them to live in any notorious sin, have often, upon slight occasions, neglected their private prayers. And it is very observable that it is a great trouble to those people, when they come to die, who, notwithstanding their Consciences did not allow them to live in any notorious since, have often, upon slight occasions, neglected their private Prayers. cc pn31 vbz av j cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, r-crq, c-acp po32 n2 vdd xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1, vhb av, p-acp j n2, vvd po32 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Image 3
254 How little regard soever they had to the Duty of Prayer in their healthful and youthful days, How little regard soever they had to the Duty of Prayer in their healthful and youthful days, c-crq j n1 av pns32 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
255 yet in their last hours they are very sensible of their base ingratitude to their kindest Friend and great Master. yet in their last hours they Are very sensible of their base ingratitude to their Kindest Friend and great Master. av p-acp po32 ord n2 pns32 vbr av j pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp po32 js n1 cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
256 And the Consideration of these omissions of Duty causes a terrible Consternation in their Minds; And the Consideration of these omissions of Duty Causes a terrible Consternation in their Minds; cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
257 creates many Scruples about the safety of their Condition, and they are most desirous of opportunity and longer time to retrieve their intolerable negligence. creates many Scruples about the safety of their Condition, and they Are most desirous of opportunity and longer time to retrieve their intolerable negligence. vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc pns32 vbr av-ds j pp-f n1 cc jc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Image 3
258 3. Let it be our chief work and design to practice those Christian Graces and Vertues, which are most essential to our Holy Religion, 3. Let it be our chief work and Design to practice those Christian Graces and Virtues, which Are most essential to our Holy Religion, crd vvb pn31 vbi po12 j-jn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi d njp n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr av-ds j p-acp po12 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 3
259 and which will be the great Ornaments of our Lives. and which will be the great Ornament of our Lives. cc r-crq vmb vbi dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 3
260 Let us be humble in our whole Conversation, and never suffer Pride and Ambition to betray us into any deeds of injustice or Revenge; Let us be humble in our Whole Conversation, and never suffer Pride and Ambition to betray us into any Deeds of injustice or Revenge; vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp po12 j-jn n1, cc av-x vvi n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 3
261 let us be meek under the highest Provocations, and break the Rage and Fury of our Adversaries by our Lenity and the sweetness of our Manners; let us be meek under the highest Provocations, and break the Rage and Fury of our Adversaries by our Lenity and the sweetness of our Manners; vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp dt js n2, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 3
262 let us be true to our Word; faithful in all Trusts; grateful for every Kindness; let us be true to our Word; faithful in all Trusts; grateful for every Kindness; vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp po12 n1; j p-acp d n2; j p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 3
263 ready to help all Men, studying how we may compose the Differences, and heal the Breaches, which fill the World with Malice and Cruelty and Bloodshed. ready to help all Men, studying how we may compose the Differences, and heal the Breaches, which fill the World with Malice and Cruelty and Bloodshed. j pc-acp vvi d n2, vvg c-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n2, cc vvi dt n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Image 3
264 Let us treat them gently who are not of our Opinion, putting the most candid interpretation upon each others Words and Actions; Let us Treat them gently who Are not of our Opinion, putting the most candid Interpretation upon each Others Words and Actions; vvb pno12 vvi pno32 av-j r-crq vbr xx pp-f po12 n1, vvg dt av-ds j n1 p-acp d n2-jn n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
265 let us ever be disposed to forgive Injuries, and where we have suffer'd wrong, and have the Offender in our power, to accept of a moderate satisfaction. let us ever be disposed to forgive Injuries, and where we have suffered wrong, and have the Offender in our power, to accept of a moderate satisfaction. vvb pno12 av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n2, cc c-crq pns12 vhb vvn n-jn, cc vhb dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
266 And as I exhort you to pay all Dues and just Services to your Superiors, to treat your Equals with Friendship and Respect; And as I exhort you to pay all Dues and just Services to your Superiors, to Treat your Equals with Friendship and Respect; cc c-acp pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc j n2 p-acp po22 n2-jn, pc-acp vvi po22 n2-jn p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
267 so also I most earnestly beg, that you would never forget the Poor; but as you have opportunity do good unto all needy, distressed, and comfortless Creatures. so also I most earnestly beg, that you would never forget the Poor; but as you have opportunity do good unto all needy, distressed, and comfortless Creatures. av av pns11 av-ds av-j vvi, cst pn22 vmd av-x vvi dt j; cc-acp c-acp pn22 vhb n1 vdb j p-acp d j, j-vvn, cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
268 Have thou patience with a man in poor estate, and delay not to shew him mercy. Help the poor for the Commandments sake, Have thou patience with a man in poor estate, and Delay not to show him mercy. Help the poor for the commandments sake, vhb pns21 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, cc vvb xx p-acp vvb pno31 n1. n1 dt j p-acp dt n2 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
269 and turn him not away because of his poverty. and turn him not away Because of his poverty. cc vvi pno31 xx av c-acp pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
270 Lose thy money for thy brother and thy friend, and let it not rust under a stone to be lost. Loose thy money for thy brother and thy friend, and let it not rust under a stone to be lost. vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1 cc po21 n1, cc vvb pn31 xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
271 Lay up thy treasure according to the Commandments of the most high, and it shall bring theee more profit than Gold. Lay up thy treasure according to the commandments of the most high, and it shall bring there more profit than Gold. n1 a-acp po21 n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j, cc pn31 vmb vvi a-acp av-dc n1 cs n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
272 Shut up Alms in thy store-houses, and it shall deliver thee from all affliction: Shut up Alms in thy storehouses, and it shall deliver thee from all affliction: vvb p-acp n2 p-acp po21 n2, cc pn31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
273 it shall fight for thee against thine Enemies better than a mighty shield and strong spear. it shall fight for thee against thine Enemies better than a mighty shield and strong spear. pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21 p-acp po21 n2 jc cs dt j n1 cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Image 3
274 4. Be sincere in what ever you say or do; 4. Be sincere in what ever you say or do; crd vbb j p-acp r-crq av pn22 vvb cc vdb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
275 whether you go to the House of God, or retire to your Closet to pray secretly; whither you go to the House of God, or retire to your Closet to pray secretly; cs pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi av-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
276 whether you are in a treaty with your Neighbours, or relieving the Poor, let vain Glory have no Influence upon your behaviour, whither you Are in a treaty with your Neighbours, or relieving the Poor, let vain Glory have no Influence upon your behaviour, cs pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvg dt j, vvb j n1 vhb dx n1 p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
277 but sincerely and honestly pursue the honour of God and the good of your fellow Creatures. but sincerely and honestly pursue the honour of God and the good of your fellow Creatures. cc-acp av-j cc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt j pp-f po22 n1 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
278 Diligently enquire into the Obligations God has laid upon eaeh of you; Diligently inquire into the Obligations God has laid upon eaeh of you; av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
279 and when you have discover'd what is fittest and best to be done, undertake it chearfully, and when you have discovered what is Fittest and best to be done, undertake it cheerfully, cc c-crq pn22 vhb vvn r-crq vbz js cc js pc-acp vbi vdn, vvb pn31 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
280 and let nothing in the World put you by the performance of what you are clearly perswaded is your Duty. and let nothing in the World put you by the performance of what you Are clearly persuaded is your Duty. cc vvb pix p-acp dt n1 vvb pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vbr av-j vvn vbz po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
281 And when you are arrived at such a pitch of Resolution, as never to do any thing against your Conscience, And when you Are arrived At such a pitch of Resolution, as never to do any thing against your Conscience, cc c-crq pn22 vbr vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp av-x pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
282 but to secure your Virtue in all your practices; but to secure your Virtue in all your practices; cc-acp pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp d po22 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
283 as you will find unspeakable pleasure in your Minds, and great ease in the discharge of your Christian Duties, as you will find unspeakable pleasure in your Minds, and great ease in the discharge of your Christian Duties, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 njp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
284 so you will both guide and support weaker Christians by your good Example. so you will both guide and support Weaker Christians by your good Exampl. av pn22 vmb av-d vvi cc vvi jc np1 p-acp po22 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Image 3
285 5. Be not discouraged at the Difficulties you sometimes may find in the exercise of your Religion, and the Hardships you may meet with, especially at the entrance of the ways of Virtue. 5. Be not discouraged At the Difficulties you sometime may find in the exercise of your Religion, and the Hardships you may meet with, especially At the Entrance of the ways of Virtue. crd vbb xx vvn p-acp dt n2 pn22 av vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc dt n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 3
286 For what course of Life soever you shall take, it will not be without its troubles. For what course of Life soever you shall take, it will not be without its Troubles. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 av pn22 vmb vvi, pn31 vmb xx vbi p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 3
287 If you devote your selves to the World, or set your Hearts upon Riches, or abandon your selves to the Sins of the Flesh, will you not meet with more disappointments to encounter, fiercer Crosses to struggle with, more Injuries and Afronts to digest; If you devote your selves to the World, or Set your Hearts upon Riches, or abandon your selves to the Sins of the Flesh, will you not meet with more disappointments to encounter, fierce Crosses to struggle with, more Injuries and Afronts to digest; cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp n2, cc vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vmb pn22 xx vvi p-acp dc n2 pc-acp vvi, jc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, dc n2 cc vvz pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 3
288 and more stubborn and implacable Enemies to master than in the Service of God? and more stubborn and implacable Enemies to master than in the Service of God? cc av-dc j cc j n2 p-acp n1 cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Image 3
289 O let it be remember'd, that if you will enslave your selves to the Lusts and Vanities of the World, Oh let it be remembered, that if you will enslave your selves to the Lustiest and Vanities of the World, uh vvb pn31 vbi vvn, cst cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
290 as you must labour harder, meet with disappointments more frequently, and fight more desperately, so, which is worst of all, your endeavours and pains will all prove fruitless in the Conclusion; as you must labour harder, meet with disappointments more frequently, and fight more desperately, so, which is worst of all, your endeavours and pains will all prove fruitless in the Conclusion; c-acp pn22 vmb vvi av-jc, vvb p-acp n2 av-dc av-j, cc vvi av-dc av-j, av, r-crq vbz js pp-f d, po22 n2 cc n2 vmb d vvi j p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
291 for you will reap nothing but Corruption, the Candle of the Wicked shall be put out, for you will reap nothing but Corruption, the Candle of the Wicked shall be put out, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pix cc-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vbi vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
292 and all his Greatness, Glory, and Pleasure shall end in outer Darkness and eternal Death. Moreover you cannot hope for better usage than your dear Lord found upon earth: and all his Greatness, Glory, and Pleasure shall end in outer Darkness and Eternal Death. Moreover you cannot hope for better usage than your dear Lord found upon earth: cc d po31 n1, n1, cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp j n1 cc j n1. av pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp jc n1 cs po22 j-jn n1 vvn p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Image 3
293 but you must expect, as he did before you, by Afflictions, by the Cross, and by Death, to go Heaven; but you must expect, as he did before you, by Afflictions, by the Cross, and by Death, to go Heaven; cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp pn22, p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
294 for the condition of Servants ought not to be better than that of their Master. If sometimes the thoughts of death are terrible, and your faith grows cold and staggers, for the condition of Servants ought not to be better than that of their Master. If sometime the thoughts of death Are terrible, and your faith grows cold and staggers, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd xx pc-acp vbi jc cs d pp-f po32 n1. cs av dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j, cc po22 n1 vvz j-jn cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Image 3
295 so as you begin to suspect your own sincerity, and to fear you have not any true interest in the metcies of God, call then to mind the agony of your precious Saviour, the drops of blood that trickled down his cheeks, so as you begin to suspect your own sincerity, and to Fear you have not any true Interest in the metcies of God, call then to mind the agony of your precious Saviour, the drops of blood that trickled down his cheeks, av c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi po22 d n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 vhb xx d j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 j n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 cst vvd a-acp po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
296 and the earnest prayers he made that the bitter Cup might pass from him. and the earnest Prayers he made that the bitter Cup might pass from him. cc dt j n2 pns31 vvd cst dt j n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Image 3
297 I verily believe the Providence of God did order him to drink so deep of it, to support the spirits of all good people under the sorest distresses, I verily believe the Providence of God did order him to drink so deep of it, to support the spirits of all good people under the Sorest Distresses, pns11 av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av j-jn pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt js n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
298 and that he might be an Example for the encouragement of all desponding Christians, who heartily love and fear God. and that he might be an Exampl for the encouragement of all desponding Christians, who heartily love and Fear God. cc cst pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvg np1, r-crq av-j n1 cc n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Image 3
299 Lastly, Having determined your choice to the service of God, and made some progress in a holy life, permit nothing in the world to stop you, Lastly, Having determined your choice to the service of God, and made Some progress in a holy life, permit nothing in the world to stop you, ord, vhg vvn po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd d n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
300 or to put you out of your way, or to make you look back; or to put you out of your Way, or to make you look back; cc pc-acp vvi pn22 av pp-f po22 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
301 for if you make the shortest stay, or turn never so little on one side, your cares, for if you make the Shortest stay, or turn never so little on one side, your Cares, c-acp cs pn22 vvb dt js n1, cc vvi av-x av j p-acp crd n1, po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
302 and tears, and good resolutions will prove to have been in vain; and tears, and good resolutions will prove to have been in vain; cc n2, cc j n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
303 you will lose the benefit of your past labours and prayers, and perplex your Soul with a multitude of troubles. you will loose the benefit of your past labours and Prayers, and perplex your Soul with a multitude of Troubles. pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 j n2 cc n2, cc vvi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Image 3
304 We have many a time concluded that nothing deserves our hearts but God, and that true happiness is no where to be found but in Heaven; We have many a time concluded that nothing deserves our hearts but God, and that true happiness is no where to be found but in Heaven; pns12 vhb d dt n1 vvn cst pix vvz po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc cst j n1 vbz dx c-crq pc-acp vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
305 and that therefore we would dedicate our selves and all our powers unto his service: and that Therefore we would dedicate our selves and all our Powers unto his service: cc cst av pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 cc d po12 n2 p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
306 but, unhappy creatures, we have been unconstant to our selves, the World has regained our affections, but, unhappy creatures, we have been unconstant to our selves, the World has Regained our affections, cc-acp, j n2, pns12 vhb vbn j p-acp po12 n2, dt n1 vhz vvn po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
307 and we have doted again upon vanity, and wretchedly forgot our God, and our own eternal advantage. and we have doted again upon vanity, and wretchedly forgotten our God, and our own Eternal advantage. cc pns12 vhb vvn av p-acp n1, cc av-j vvn po12 n1, cc po12 d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Image 3
308 May therefore our blessed Lord, who has conquer'd Sin and vanquisht Death by pulling out its sting, May Therefore our blessed Lord, who has conquered since and vanquished Death by pulling out its sting, vmb av po12 j-vvn n1, r-crq vhz vvn n1 cc j-vvn n1 p-acp vvg av po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
309 and disarming it of its terrors, so assist us with his Spirit, so guide us in our duty, and disarming it of its terrors, so assist us with his Spirit, so guide us in our duty, cc vvg pn31 pp-f po31 n2, av vvb pno12 p-acp po31 n1, av vvb pno12 p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
310 and so comfort and uphold us in our sorrows, that we may never again depart from him, and so Comfort and uphold us in our sorrows, that we may never again depart from him, cc av n1 cc vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb av-x av vvi p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
311 and return to our Evil ways. May we imitate him in his Humility, his Love, and his Purity; and return to our Evil ways. May we imitate him in his Humility, his Love, and his Purity; cc vvi p-acp po12 j-jn n2. vmb pns12 vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, cc po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
312 and may we never decline any sufferings, by which we shall promote the Glory of God, and may we never decline any sufferings, by which we shall promote the Glory of God, cc vmb pns12 av-x vvi d n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
313 and serve the Interests of Religion, and preserve the Peace of our own Consciences. and serve the Interests of Religion, and preserve the Peace of our own Consciences. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Image 3
314 May we ever tread in his steps, who is the way, and the Truth, and the Life it self: May we ever tread in his steps, who is the Way, and the Truth, and the Life it self: vmb pns12 av vvb p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pn31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
315 May we ever thirst after him, who is the Fountain of Living Waters, and may all other things appear vile and despicable to us, in comparison of his Love and Favour. May we ever thirst After him, who is the Fountain of Living Waters, and may all other things appear vile and despicable to us, in comparison of his Love and Favour. vmb pns12 av vvb p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, cc vmb d j-jn n2 vvb j cc j p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Image 3
316 And may a God of Infinite Bowels of Compassion, who is ever ready to cherish and refresh all afflicted and disconsolate Souls, have pity on us, And may a God of Infinite Bowels of Compassion, who is ever ready to cherish and refresh all afflicted and disconsolate Souls, have pity on us, cc vmb dt n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j-vvn cc j n2, vhb n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 3
317 and safely conduct us thorough this Vale of Troubles and Tears, unto a State of endless Rest, and Peace, and Joy. FINIS. and safely conduct us through this Vale of Troubles and Tears, unto a State of endless Rest, and Peace, and Joy. FINIS. cc av-j vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvz cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc n1, cc n1. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Image 3

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