_Directions how to lead a heavenly life upon earth._
I. Avoid the hinderances to such a life: 222 1. Live not in any known sin, ibid 2. Be not earthly minded; 223 3. Beware of the company of the ungodly: 225 4. Be not satisfied with mere notions in religion; 226 5. Take heed of a proud spirit, 227 6. and a slothful spirit, 229 7. Nor rest in the preparatives to a heavenly life 232 II. Practise the duties which will promote this life, 233 1. Esteem heaven the only treasure and happiness; ibid 2. Labor to know your interest in it, 234 3. And how near it is; 235 4. Frequently and seriously talk of it; 236 5. Strive in every duty to raise your heart nearer to it; 237 6. To the same purpose improve every object and event; 238 7. Be much in the angelical work of praise; 239 8. Maintain believing thoughts of God's infinite love. 240 9. Observe and cherish the motions of God's Spirit, 241 10. Take due care of your bodily health. 242