First published in 1681, this powerful meditation on death and the afterlife has been a source of comfort and inspiration for generations of readers. Richard Baxter was a Puritan divine and prolific writer who sought to prepare his followers for the inevitability of death. In this book, he reflects on the words of the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Philippians, and offers insights into the nature of eternal life and the challenges of earthly existence. The book includes a moving introductory essay by H. Stebbing, which adds depth and context to Baxter's powerful words. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.